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Debbie M.

Full Time Nanny

Thorndale, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Debbie and I am currently looking for a full time or part time nanny position. I have a very flexible schedule and am available to work anytime Monday-Friday 7a-7p with the occasional Saturday. I have 40 years of experience being a nanny. Being a nanny is my passion. I love children and treat every child I have...

Elizabeth E. says "Debbie was our sons nanny and we couldn’t recommend her more highly. She was so kind, caring, and consistent and really loved him like her own. We...

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Nanny Who Teaches Art and Pottery

Exton, PA

4.9(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I created the Art and Pottery after-school program currently running at the Community Arts Center in Wallingford, PA where I taught children of all ages for over 10 years. I taught as a substitute and pottery teacher at Media Providence Friends School and as an acting teacher at Hedgerow Theater. I began my training in childcare...

Eva S. says "Sage was very reliable and dependable. She was with us for 5 years. She was great with our 2 children and caring for our 3 puppies. She would also help us...

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Special Education Teacher & Reading Specialist

West Chester, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Amanda and I am a Penn State graduate with a B. S., M. Ed in Special Education and Curriculum Development. I am currently a Reading Specialist, as well as a former teacher. I have worked as a babysitter/ tutor for 6+ years with kiddos of all ages! I am looking to babysit and/or tutor after school in the West...

Nianda R. says "Amanda is caring, punctual, kept the kids safe and entertained during a tough time where they were confined to the home. She was able to supplement caring...

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About Me!

Kennett Square, PA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi! I'm a fourth year student at Northeastern University in Boston. I'm studying Neuroscience and Art, and I love working with kids. I have experience caring for children from 6 months to early teens, and I have tutoring experience through elementary and middle school levels in math, English, and history. I have experience...

Ryan G. says "Maddy has been an amazing help to our family! Both kids absolutely love her and have had a blast with her. She is very communicative, punctual, and above...

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Child Care Experience

West Chester, PA

5.0(1)
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$8/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have an abundance of child care experience, starting from an early age (I have 14 nieces and nephews!). I am currently a middle school Reading Specialist, and have been working as a teacher for 25 plus years. I enjoy working with children and their families so much that I have been consistently employed part-time as a...

Care Member says "We highly recommend Lisa! She was great with my 3 children. They loved her for her balance of fun and discipline! She was flexible and very dependable....

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If Your Happy And You Know It, Share The Joy!

Downingtown, PA

5.0(1)
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$12/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am fun-loving, energetic, and I love children! I enjoy playing outside, doing crafts, and teaching kids new ways to have fun, but most importantly, I'm not afraid of getting messy or of bugs. For the past three years, I have served as a student-intern, under the leadership of a certified teacher, for elementary level students...

Jeannine G. says "We have known Rachel for many years and have had her in our home, both as friend and babysitter many times. She is bright, cheerful, lots of fun and...

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Nurturing Teacher With A Wealth Of Experience

Downingtown, PA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience
With over 19 years of teaching experience ranging from the 6th grade to college level, I am chomping at the bit to get back to helping students polish their writing and reading comprehension. With a deep background in technical writing as well as a variety of software applications, I have decided to return to my educational...

Frank R. says "Sue is a wonderful teacher and helped my daughter with her college essay. She's been accepted to 2 great universities. She received grants amounting to 50%...

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Summer Elementary Tutor- PA Certified PK-8!

West Chester, PA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, thank you for taking the time to review my profile and qualifications! I graduated with honors from West Chester University where I earned a degree in Elementary Education and Theater. I hold three Pennsylvania Teacher Certifications in Grades PreK-6 and 7-8 Social Studies. I have more than six combined years of...

Keynard E. says "Mary Kate worked with our daughter for 6 months and helped her make significant progress. She was always on time and very flexible. She connected well...

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Special Education Teacher & Reading Specialist

West Chester, PA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, Welcome to my profile! I am currently a Reading Specialist in Chester County, as well as a former special education teacher. I have taught early elementary grades-high school in learning support, autistic support, and life skills classroom settings. I received both my undergraduate/graduate degrees from Penn State...
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Retired Teacher

West Chester, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a retired teacher. I taught for 34 years, grades K-6th grade. As a youngster I did a lot of babysitting which set me up for my interest in becoming a teacher. Very organized, dependable and good at multi-tasking. Have been settled in this area for 22 years. Active with interacting with the children. Have tutored kids also,...
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Mother's Helper, Babysitter, And Nanny

West Chester, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'm a rising senior at Texas Christian University who is home for the summer in West Chester! I'm the middle of 5 children, with 5 younger cousins, so I have years of experience watching over kids. Additionally, I have tutored middle schoolers and worked at kid's art camps. I love animals, and I value imagination, nature, and...
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Coatesville, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello families! I have a background as an elementary elementary teacher. I have a BA in Elementary Education, MS in Curriculum and Instruction and will have a MA in English Language Learning. I love doing crafts, reading, homework, playing games, doing outdoor activities, and going places with kids. I have my own transportation...
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West Chester, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have taught for five years and currently stay home with my four children. I have been babysitting children since I was 12 years old and have tutored in reading and math over the years. My oldest two just graduated from high school. So, I have an 8th and 9th grader at home. I have been home schooling my kids for the past 15...
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Hello, My Name Is Cheyenne

West Chester, PA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, patient, and friendly! I like working with kids because I am an Education Major! I have recently graduated from my local community college and will be continuing my studies at West Chester University in PA. I have grown up babysitting, including my cousins since they were newborns. I'm...
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Caregiver With Summer Availability

West Chester, PA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a fun loving nanny looking to enrich the lives of children through reading, music, imaginative play, and exploration! My experiences in childcare include preschool and kindergarten teaching, assisting students with special needs, babysitting, and both live in and live out nannying.
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Positivity & Dedication

Downingtown, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mother of 2, now empty nester. Looking for part-time jobs to earn some extra spending money. Lots of experience, cleaning my own home and others' homes. Detailed and efficient, at a very affordable price. Trustworthy and dependable. Can give references if wanting.
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West Chester, PA

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! I am currently home for the summer from Drexel University as a nursing major and I am looking for a nice summer babysitting/nannying job. I have volunteered in my church's nursery for over 5 years, helping watch over groups of kids ranging from newborn to the age of 6 or 7. I would occasionally help out family...
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Done

Coatesville, PA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a college graduate with an associate in elementary education I love working with children of all ages, based on my experience in childcare I will be a great asset to your family in helping you out with your child. I love the outdoors, arts& crafts, board games and reading. I will always make sure the children are always...
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Exton, PA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have had experience tutoring and interacting with children at all different ages. I specialize in reading and writing help, but can also tutor in basic math as well as humanities such as history.
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Passionate About Literacy

Coatesville, PA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
I graduated from West Chester University in 2005. I substituted for several years in various local schools. I graduated from Eastern University with a Master's degree in reading in 2019. I have spent the last 5 years working as a reading/English tutor for a residential boys home. The only thing I love more than teaching reading...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Thorndale, PA

Reading Tutors in Thorndale, PA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Debbie M.

Debbie was our sons nanny and we couldn’t recommend her more highly. She was so kind, caring, and consistent and really loved him like her...

- Elizabeth E.

Marie K.

Sage was very reliable and dependable. She was with us for 5 years. She was great with our 2 children and caring for our 3 puppies. She...

- Eva S.

Amanda W.

Amanda is caring, punctual, kept the kids safe and entertained during a tough time where they were confined to the home. She was able to...

- Nianda R.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Thorndale, PA

Hiring a local reading tutor in Thorndale, PA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of June 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 1 reading tutors in Thorndale, PA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Thorndale 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 Thorndale 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 Thorndale 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 Thorndale, PA, 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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