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My name is Allia. I'm 18 years old. And currently going to college. i'm fun to be around and I love tutoring kids when they need help with math or any kind of subject! I will have your child smarter than ever!
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I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I am not going to be teaching in a traditional classroom this year due to Covid. I am being very careful with Covid 19 precautions. I wear a mask whenever I am in public, and limit going...
Arianna R.
South River, NJ
$24-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
Graduate Student Looking For A Dynamic Family To Assist.
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I'd describe my personality as attentive, flexible and creative
I like working with children because they are an adventure; there's always something to learn from them and I love being an influence in their formative years to help them evolve into well-rounded people.
I'm looking for a job that wants a dynamic, well educated...
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Becca B.
South River, NJ
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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My name is Becca, I'm 21 years old and I've been a daycare teacher for 3 years and I've nannied for 2 years before I went into daycare. So in total I have 5+years of experience working with children!! I love arts and crafts, playing outside, reading, baking and caring for infants. I do currently work at a medical spa but...
Jennifer K.
Dayton, NJ
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I experience as a caretakers for kids from 2 to 13 years old since I was in college. My tasks involved. Picking up the kids from school, dropping them off at after school activities, working on homework, going out for fun bringing them to the movies , friends, taking them showers, cleaning, preparing meals. Reading books with...
4.0
"Jennifer worked for us, helping with our son in the morning, and some afternoons. In the end, it wasn't a fit personality-wise (not an unusual occurrence for our son), we but we can still recommend...
Reviewed by Rafi L.
5.0
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Hello my name is Francis, and in addition to both pet and elder care, I am also very skilled in child care. For the last three years, I cared for a 5-year-old girl, bringing her to doctor's appointments, administering medication, transporting her back and forth to school, preparing meals, and caring for general well being. I...
5.0
"Frances is the most caring person I know. She came to work for us in late August when my Mom got out of the hospital. France's would make my Mom's meals, drive her to Dr. appointments when needed. I trusted...
Reviewed by Karen T.
5.0
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Hi, my name is Gabrielle! I'm currently a sophomore at the University of Connecticut majoring in sociology and human rights. On my free time I love to be active like walking, running, doing crafts, reading, and writing. I like to make sure that I stay productive!
I love when I have the opportunity to spend time with younger...
5.0
"We had a wonderful experience with Gabby. She worked with our family for almost three weeks in June 2023, caring for our two children. She was energetic, responsible, warm, flexible, and had a positive...
Reviewed by Shubha C.
5.0
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I have experience with caring for and tutoring elementary/middle schoolers, and helping with distance learning. As a college graduate, I have a ton of experience with writing, reading, and math subjects. I love children and helping as much as I can.
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"Natalia is currently providing tutoring, writing and reading, to my 8-year-old. She is excellent with my son, who can lose focus easily. She is kind, patient, and allows him to take the lead in lessons, in...
Reviewed by Mary D.
4.9
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I am not available to take on new families at this time.
I am a fun and creative person who loves working with kids. I enjoy being active and like to encourage the children to do the same. Since I am creative, I can easily come up with fun activities like games and arts and crafts to get children involved and keep them...
5.0
"Danielle has been an incredibly wonderful babysitter for our family. She is responsible, thoughtful, and adapts easily into a new environment. She is also flexible, and the first time she babysat for us she...
Reviewed by Jennifer P.
Maria S.
South Plainfield, NJ
$50-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Elementary School Teacher/Part-Time Tutor
5.0
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My name is Maria. I have be working as an elementary public school teacher for 29 years. Currently, I teach second grade. I have also taught grades 1, 3, and 5. I have experience working with Special Education students in an inclusion setting, and work one-on-one with special ed students privately. I am available to tutor...
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"Maria is such an asset to our sons academic growth!!!! He's been coming to Maria for a few years now and we definitely have seen some growth in him. She is great to work with and always accommodating with our...
Reviewed by Elma P.
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Hello! My name is Laila and I am a full-time 6th grade Language Arts Teacher in Colts Neck, NJ. I live in Matawan, NJ. I am 26 years old and I have experience babysitting for a variety of different ages and needs. I have a love for teaching, learning, and connecting with young minds! I have worked in childcare/education for 7+...
5.0
"Laila was a wonderful caregiver - who was attentive, prompt, responsible, and eager to do a good job. She was so sweet to my kids. "
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Hi my name is Tiffany ! I use to work with The Learning Experience, I was with them for almost 3 years. I love teaching ages 3 and up. I am also experience with taken care of infants as well and know how to change a diaper. I have been working with kids for about almost 5 years (including how many years I have been with the...
5.0
"Very dependable, high energy, great sitter. We would work with her again in a heart beat."
Reviewed by Leslie T.
3.7
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Serious Inquires Only. Amilly has obtained a BA from Rutgers University as well as her Bachelor Degree in Social Work/Psychology. Throughout her career she has focused on childcare, education, & child development. Amilly is Nurtured Heart Approach Certified. She has provided Child Care, Personal Assistance, & Personal Shopping...
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"I hired Amilly because her background in education and social work makes her a brilliant nanny. She taught my children things they may have never learned from anyone else, and at the same time built a...
Reviewed by Collin J.
Caitlyn P.
Monroe Township, NJ
$37/hr • 5 yrs exp
Confident/fun Babysitter Available Mon-Friday Afternoons Starting At 1pm.
5.0
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Hi I'm Caitlyn. I'm 25 years old and I have a license and car. I have previously babysat 3 boys (ages 2, 5 and 7.) I loved reading books to them and doing activities outside like riding bikes or playing catch. I would do house chores like cleaning up around the house, do the dishes and/ or making the kids dinner. I also have...
5.0
"Caitlyn is responsible, dependable, trustworthy and punctual. Caitlyn took care of my two children (9 year old boy and 7 year old girl) after school everyday. She made them do homework, gave them food, drove...
Reviewed by Divya A.
Felicia S.
Franklin Park, NJ
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Overnight Newborn Care Specialist Or Part- Time Day Nanny Available May 2024
5.0
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I have a Bachelor's in Human Development and 16 years of professional childcare experience. I am proficient in caring for newborns to children 12-years old. Over the years I have had the pleasure of leading & directing classrooms, sleep training infants, encouraging development in children & managing households. I am also a...
5.0
"Felicia was an absolutely wonderful and professional nanny. If you are lucky enough to get the chance to work with her, take it! She will bring positive energy, order, and joy to your home and your little ones...
Reviewed by Caroline R.
Alyssa M.
Somerset, NJ
$20-22/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Available For Weekend Babysitting Jobs
4.3
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My name is Alyssa and I absolutely love caring for children! I been working with children for the past five years in the position of babysitters, nanny, daycare assistant, preschool teacher. I have worked with all ages from newborn to 10 years old. I enjoy playing dress up, reading stories, arts and crafts and playing games. In...
5.0
"I recently hired Alyssa for the weekend and was blown away by the experience! Finding someone trustworthy to care for a baby isn't easy, but this nanny was absolutely amazing. She was incredibly attentive,...
Reviewed by Ahmed A.
5.0
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I'd describe my personality as energetic, responsible and warm.
I like working with kids because I see them as little interesting people, the way their minds work is intriguing. They are also very honest.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to also be a part time student.
I started working with kids when I was 10 and my...
5.0
"Solay was an amazing babysitter. I am my younger brother's guardian and she took great care of him. She even helped out around the house knowing that I have a lot
of things on my plate. She is so considerate...
Reviewed by Macy P.
Taryn L.
Highland Park, NJ
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Taryn! I grew up in New Jersey and recently moved back from Maryland where I was working in a childcare center teacher preschool. I taught at this center for 7 years and worked with all ages ranging from infants to 5 years old. I love to read in my spare time and be outside as much as I can!
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"Taryn is AMAZING! She has cared for my two children many times. She is loving, patient, reliable, and trustworthy. Both my children are high energy, have food allergies, and my son has a language impairment...
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5.0
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I am a first grade special education teacher with my Masters in early childhood, special Ed and iSTEM. Are you looking to keep your child educated during the summer so that they do not lose the progress they've worked so hard on this year? Does your child benefit from a strict routine? Please reach out to me for any questions! I...
5.0
"We are very lucky to have Kelly come to our son L for fun activities, like drawing, play dough, dancing, reading, learning how to count, colors, shapes, animals, etc. She's a talented teacher! Very caring and...
Reviewed by Natalie K.
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Hello and thank you so much for reading my profile! I am a 33-year-old experienced nanny having taken care of newborns and toddlers and older children up to 14 years old. I am a former assistant teacher at the Early Childhood Center. I am a very loving and caring person and I am great with children! I have a car so I am able to...
5.0
"We ALL love, love, LOVE Eveline! If you're lucky enough to have her watch your kids, you'll love her too! She's just wonderful!!"
Reviewed by Stephanie B.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in South River, NJ
Jennifer K.
4.0
Jennifer worked for us, helping with our son in the morning, and some afternoons. In the end, it wasn't a fit personality-wise (not an unusual occurrence for our son), we but we can still recommend Jennifer.
Jennifer is a pro. She showed up on time, every time, and did exactly as she was asked....
- Rafi L.
Frances L.
5.0
Frances is the most caring person I know. She came to work for us in late August when my Mom got out of the hospital. France's would make my Mom's meals, drive her to Dr. appointments when needed. I trusted her with giving meds when needed. Most of all she was a friend to my Mom and she would look...
- Karen T.
Gabrielle D.
5.0
We had a wonderful experience with Gabby. She worked with our family for almost three weeks in June 2023, caring for our two children. She was energetic, responsible, warm, flexible, and had a positive attitude. Our whole family loved her. I would hire her again in an instant and I highly recommend...
- Shubha C.
Natalia G.
5.0
Natalia is currently providing tutoring, writing and reading, to my 8-year-old. She is excellent with my son, who can lose focus easily. She is kind, patient, and allows him to take the lead in lessons, in order to hold his interest and attention. I hope she can continue tutoring for us for a long...
- Mary D.
Danielle F.
5.0
Danielle has cared for our 20 month old a few times now and has been consistently fantastic! Most recently, my daughter had just come down with a cold and was particularly clingy/tearful and Danielle handled it beautifully. Highly recommend!
- Caitlin D.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in South River, NJ
How much do reading tutors charge near me in South River, NJ?
Hiring a local reading tutor in South River, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $17.25 per hour as of May 2024. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has, how often you will need them to help your child with reading and the age of your child.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in South River, NJ?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in South River, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from South River and compare your options by hourly rate, the experience each reading tutor has and the specific skills they can teach. You can also see reviews from other families in South River that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in South River, NJ?
The goal of hiring a reading tutor is to improve your child's grades and vocabulary. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each reading tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in South River have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their reading tasks. Your child may only need a few tutoring sessions or long-term help with their reading that could require the tutor to stay with them the entire school year.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in South River, NJ?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in South River, NJ, we ask all reading tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck (look for a badge on their profile that shares when they had this background check run). However, to safely hire a reading tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.
What types of reading tutors near me in South River, NJ can I hire?
With the help of Care.com, you can find the best reading tutors for your child. You can find tutors for reading at all levels. From learning how phonics work to improving reading comprehension. Once your child gets older, you may even want to switch to a writing tutor who can help them develop their writing skills alongside their reading comprehension skills.