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Robert S.

Tacoma, WA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with English and Music & Drama. I am skilled in math, Counting to Calculus, and I know how to tutor so you will pass that test. I know English grammar, I have a very large vocabulary, I am very picky about spelling and sentence structure, and I can write an essay or a book report on any...
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Lyly L.

Federal Way, WA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi families! I am Lyly and am very excited to be working for a new family! My last nanny family's kids just started school so they no longer need childcare. I have over 15 years experience working with children - 13 years as a nanny for many families and 2 years as a Montessori teacher assistant for University of Washington...

Michelle V. says "Lyly is amazing! She is reliable, punctual and great with children! We love her & wish we didn't have to move."

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Stephanie D.

Steph

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
Throughout my life I have worked with little ones. I have been teaching preschool for the past 16 years as well as nannying. I have my degree in early childhood and elementary education. I love being on a family team, helping each little one explore and nurture their unique growth. I follow creative curriculum, STEAM, trauma...

Allie C. says "Stephanie was absolutely amazing. She took wonderful care of our sweet cat while we were away on vacation. She went above and beyond with care and...

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Ally S.

Lead Teacher Qualified Babysitter

Olympia, WA

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
People who are passionate about their career are best at what they do. Working with children is what I love. I've got six years of experience working full-time in two daycares and as a nanny. I've been doing this since I graduated high school and I've loved it ever since. I work full time as an EMT currently. I have experience...

Amanda L. says "Ally was fantastic with our 4 children. The only reason we had to part ways was because of a family move out of state. I would definitely hire her again....

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Courtney W.

Olympia, WA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I laugh a lot and enjoy an intense game of tag, at the same time I'm a believer in structure. Play hard only after we Work Hard (homework and study). I love to be outside and moving! I'm also a big craft and music lover. I try to find things that children enjoy doing OTHER than watching TV and playing video games. I'm a hugger...

Sarah D. says "Courtney is such a sweet-spirited person and so wonderful to have around. She cared for three of my children, including my infant son. She was very...

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Matthew S.

Former Elementary Teacher, Current Mental Health Counselor Available To Tutor

Yelm, WA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I was previously an elementary school teacher. Now, I work with kids as a mental health counselor. I have my Masters in Social Work from Columbia University. I received my BA from Duke University, majoring in History, and a double minor in Psychology and Education. I specialize in Reading and Math, but I am able to tutor your...
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Emily L.

Outgoing And Exited to Join The Family!!

Puyallup, WA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Emily. I'm new to the area and seeking my next nanny opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the west coast. As the middle child of my siblings, care giving has always been a part of my day to day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...

Loni H. says "Emily has been watching our 1 year old son M-F in the afternoons. She is also very punctual, communicative and outgoing. She is very active with our son....

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Mercy A.

Math Tutor

Tacoma, WA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 year experience in tutoring pre-college and college math, algebra, calculus, etc I have more than 4 months experience in tutoring middle schoolers as well.
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Reisha J.

Olympia, WA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
I was an educational aide. I was a substitute teacher for 6+ years, Boys & Girls Club director and program director. I also have 10+ years experience with children's after school programs.
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Miranda C.

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have experience with newborns to kids 8 years old. I have a car and am CPR/BLS trained. I have been a literacy tutor at an elementary school for the past two years. I am looking to make the transition into being a nanny/ babysitter full time. I enjoy sharing my love of the outdoors, arts and crafts, reading and baking with...

Kathreen E. says "I have known Miranda for more than 10 years and she has proven to be a great person. She is polite, courteous, kind, full of energy, resourceful and...

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Sulamita C.

Adventurous Fun Nanny

Bonney Lake, WA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I previously cared for 2 children since they were newborn for about 5 years. Took care of their everyday needs. I helped them be prepared for school: early reading, numbers, arts and crafts, potty training and even taught them some Spanish!

Ryan G. says "Sulamita is such a kind and attentive nanny! She was great with our nanny share of two 1 year old boys and our 4 year old daughter. She watched them for 6...

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Mary L.

Bilingual Nanny Available In Gig Harbor/UP/Tacoma/Seattle Area, 9+ Years Of Childcare Experience

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I'm a responsible, mature and organized person, and I have been working w/ children over the last 9 years, occasional babysitter, au pair, nanny in-out, I've worked w/ kids from different ages, About myself I'm educated and a psychologist in my home country l'd describe my personality as a patient, caring and responsible...

Care Member says "Mary's such a lovely nanny, who gained my child respect in a couple of minutes, she is fun and smiley, she is a safe driver and took my child to the...

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Tamyra L.

Dupont, WA

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Tamyra and I have been a nanny for 12 years. Nothing brings me more joy than building a strong relationship with a child and their family. I'm a firm believer in fostering imagination and curiosity. I provide this through educational experiences using music, age-appropriate crafts, and interactive community activities...

Tammy V. says "Tamyra nannied for our family in 2019. She was a wonderful care giver to our infant. Had our family not moved, we would still have her caring for our...

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Dipuo S.

Lovely And Caring Babysitter

Federal Way, WA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hey parents!! my name Dipuo also known as Dipsy. I'm currently studying bachelor's in financial accounting. I have been caring for children for 12 years. I'm competent and trustworthy. I genuinely love working with kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and teach. I enjoy playing with kids,...
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Carla C.

One Thing You Should Know About Me Is I'm Hard-working, Organized, And Just Like To Have Fun!

Federal Way, WA

3.7(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
Hi Im Carla . I'm looking for a family that has a loving, open minded , respectful, adventurous , honest and creative family. I started working with kids at 17 years old my first family was two twins ( 2 yrs old) . I'm 25 now and I've worked with a total of 18 families ranging from newborn -13 . I enjoy being apart of the...

Miracle W. says "I enjoyed Carla and felt completely comfortable leaving my children in her care, the first day! My little ones also enjoyed her. She assisted with...

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Carolina L.

Baby Sister

Bonney Lake, WA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi, I am Carolina, a wife and a mother of two awesome boys, 1 and 4yo. I started babysitting at 14, taking care of my nephews, and more recently with my boys, who gave me the experience I was missing. I will be happy to help, change diapers, bathing, feed, cook breakfast, lunch, and dinners. Moreover, I read books (English or...

Jenny B. says "She is a very caring and honest caregiver. I absolutely trust her and know that there will be no other person who could take better care of any of my...

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Shane J.

Tutor

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
I have an BA from UW. I have an MFA in English. I've taught at UMass Amherst; local colleges; Pisa, Italy; Cambridge and Canterbury, England. I'm fluent in Italian. I've tutor all subjects, including math and science for 40+ years. I offer tutoring through video calls and in person. I can help you set up your own home-school or...

Susan M. says "Shane is wonderful. She is upbeat, patient and has helped my 10th grader immensely with geometry. She is reliable and flexible. So appreciative!"

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Shantel M.

Hi My Name Is Shantel I'm 23 And I Am Looking For Date Night And Occasional Sitting Opportunities!

Lacey, WA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personally as profession and caring and fun I like working with kids because it's amazingly to watch them grow into amazing people I'm looking for a job where I can do date nights or occasional sitting and or be a helper for mom/dad I started working with kids when I was 20 I become a preschool teacher and...
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Jodie C.

Tacoma, WA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a certified teacher with 15 years of experience, working with children. I have a bachelors degree in early childhood education and a masters in community art. I am calm, flexible, and have a great sense of humor My biggest strengths are early literacy and social emotional learning. I am looking for a summer...
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Shani H.

Olympia, WA

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$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I am a very creative, outdoorsy & outgoing student. I just graduated with my AAT in interior design and now I go to school for Early Childhood Education. I am Certified in Merit and have my STARS certification. My rate for childcare starts at 25$ per hour. As for experience, • I was a forest school teacher's assistant for 1...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Spanaway, WA

Reading Tutors in Spanaway, WA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Lyly L.

Lyly is amazing! She is reliable, punctual and great with children! We love her & wish we didn't have to move.

- Michelle V.

Stephanie D.

Stephanie was absolutely amazing. She took wonderful care of our sweet cat while we were away on vacation. She went above and beyond with...

- Allie C.

Ally S.

Ally was fantastic with our 4 children. The only reason we had to part ways was because of a family move out of state. I would definitely...

- Amanda L.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Spanaway, WA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Spanaway, WA on Care.com will cost an average of $21.00 per hour as of November 2025. 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.

Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Spanaway, WA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Spanaway 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 Spanaway that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.

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 Spanaway 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.

When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Spanaway, WA, 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.

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.

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