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Angela E.

Teacher/Tutor

Thornton, CO

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I am a Mild Moderate teacher. I work with students in special education to get them caught up or give them strategies to help them in the classroom from k-6th grade curriculum. I also tutor and like giving students strategies to make them feel more confident and successful in their learning.
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Mackenzie B.

I Am A Fun, Bubbly And Energetic Babysitter. I Love Kids And Find Joy In Seeing Them Smile!

Thornton, CO

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Errands. I am comfortable with transportation and also caring for pets. I have taught dance for three years, so am very comfortable and loving toward children. Additionally, I have young nieces and nephews who I love to take care of. I love learning and...
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Natalya M.

Thornton, CO

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello my name is Natalya I'm 21 years old and want to get back into working with children. My two years of experience caring for children aged newborn to pre-teen have solidified my desire to positively impact their lives. I am patient, creative, and approachable, and I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational...
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Melissa B.

Compassionate, Engaging, And Mature Child Caregiver With Teaching Experience

Thornton, CO

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a nurturing, compassionate, and engaged caregiver with recent experience teaching first grade and working as a paraprofessional supporting a 5-year-old child on the autism spectrum. I create a calm, encouraging environment where children feel safe, supported, and confident being themselves. I enjoy incorporating...
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Emma B.

Experience Maker

Broomfield, CO

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi! My name is Emma and I'm excited that you are reading this bio! I have experience working from 3mo-17yr of age, I have my bachelor's degree in psychology, and I currently work full time as a Speech Language Therapy Facilitator for Denver Public Schools. My favourite part about caring for children is seeing the development as...

Douglas M. says "My daughters have loved Emma’s visits, she is very interactive with them."

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Maria V.

Spanish Tutor

Lafayette, CO

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
I'm an AP level Spanish student and native speaker. I'm proficient in speaking, reading and writing.
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Cindy O.

Denver, CO

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Cindy I am 20 years old and I was born and raised in Colorado along with my five siblings. I am currently working full time as an infant nanny but munch is very social and ready for daycare! On my free time I enjoy being active, getting in touch with nature and healing my inner child, reading, writing, and hanging...

Marijke J. says "Cindy has been taking care of our daughter for the past 6 months. (Age 3mo-8mo) She has been very loving with our girl coming up with a bunch of age...

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Sydney R.

Sitter, Nanny, Tutor

Denver, CO

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified elementary, middle school, and high school tutor through Varsity Tutors with 6 years of experience! I have tutored a multitude of students in subjects including reading, writing, math, science, and test prep. Additionally, I worked as a TA and tutor for the University of St. Thomas Biology Department. My goals...

Maritza D. says "Sydney is amazing! In just a short period of time, our daughter's scores in 7th grade math went from barely passing to a B. And she got an A on her...

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Shantel Q.

Part-Time Nanny

Broomfield, CO

4.3(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I love spending time with kids; whether we are reading, playing with new toys, or walking and playing outside. I have been caring for children since I was 14. I have experience mostly with infants and toddlers. I do not have children; my parenting style is yours. My goal is to create a seamless experience for your family. I love...

Alex G. says "Shantel is an amazing professional! My wife trusts very few people to take care of our toddler without any supervision, but she loves Shantel. That's...

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Rhead S.

Licensed Teacher For Individual And Group Tutoring

Broomfield, CO

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have an active Colorado Teaching License with Secondary Science endorsement, and I have tutored students in all branches of science, History, Geography, and Language Arts at the secondary and university level. I have tutored students since I was a college student myself, on and off during my 20 year teaching career in middle...

Kate H. says "Rhead tutored our son in AP Bio. His background makes him exceptionally well qualified but I was most impressed that he started by evaluating our son's...

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Leann G.

Patient, Encouraging, Educated Tutor

Broomfield, CO

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have helped tutor 3 different children from care . com I provide a non-judgemental space. I have the ability to explain things in a way to get the individual to understand what they're trying to learn.
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Abigail L.

Commerce City, CO

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello and welcome to my profile! My name is Abby and I have several years of childcare experience with children of all ages. I grew up helping raise my little brother who is almost 10 years younger than me, which taught me a lot about childcare at a very young age. I also babysat two girls from 2014 to 2017. One was an infant,...
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Kelly Z.

Arvada, CO

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I am looking for a morning family with preschool or elementary school age children. I have worked as a Nanny is Denver for 16 years. I have raised 2 amazing daughters who are in their 40's . I am a grandmother of 14-year-old twin boys. I have taught preschool, and a reading tutor, middle school teacher, and a now a Nanny. Most...
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Elizabeth S.

My Name Is Elizabeth! I Am A Teacher By Day But Would Love To Work With Your Family In My Free Time.

Denver, CO

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as friendly, caring, optimistic. I like working with kids because they always surprise me! I love building rapport with children and getting to know the unique quirks about their personalities. As a teacher, I also love having a hand with fostering the next generation. I started working with kids...
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Frances Z.

Brighton, CO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I've taken care of children since I was 13. I love children of all ages and enjoy watching them grow and develop in the world around them. I have worked for a few ECE centers but find it rather unhealthy for the child and would prefer to work with kids in a non-stressful environment.
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Vanesa T.

Denver, CO

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Fostering children's curiosity and supporting their development is what drives my passion for childcare. I have four years of experience supporting families and providing responsible, reliable care tailored to each child's specific age-related needs. My background in early childhood development, combined with my teaching...
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Kaley K.

Nanny

Broomfield, CO

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
A LITTLE ABOUT MYSELF I am from Michigan and moved to thee colorful Colorado almost 2 years ago! I moved here for more sunshine, more outdoor adventures and new opportunities to grow. I love music, the mountains, plants, going to the beach, reading, cooking and learning about anything health related. I also love children and...
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Lauren H.

Denver, CO

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$26/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Lauren! I recently moved to the Denver/Twin Lakes area, and am available for all your occasional childcare needs! Date night? Evening out? Random weeknights/weekends? I'm here to support you & your family! I recently graduated with a degree in Child Development! Additionally, I have experience as both an infant &...
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Jan C.

Lafayette, CO

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$11/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have nannied in Denver and Erie for over 11 years. I especially love infants and toddlers. I have been a foster parent, have done nannying for families, and I sincerely love children. We reach developmental milestones through floor play, reading, rocking and just plain communicating. We go on exploration walks daily. I enjoy...
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Iyana S.

Brighton, CO

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$23/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm Iyana! I'm an 18-year-old former preschool teacher's aide and nanny with experience caring for toddlers (1-3yrs) - elementary (5-10yrs) in both classroom and one on one settings. I'm CPR & First Aid certified and love creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment where children can learn through play. I enjoy...
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  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of October 2026

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Thornton, CO

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

Emma B.

My daughters have loved Emma’s visits, she is very interactive with them.

- Douglas M.

Cindy O.

Cindy has been taking care of our daughter for the past 6 months. (Age 3mo-8mo) She has been very loving with our girl coming up with a...

- Marijke J.

Sydney R.

Sydney is amazing! In just a short period of time, our daughter's scores in 7th grade math went from barely passing to a B. And she got an...

- Maritza D.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Thornton, CO

The average cost for a reading tutor in Thornton, CO as of October 2026 is $20.00 per hour. Rates can vary based on the tutor’s experience, education level, and the type of support needed. Tutors with specialized training in literacy, early education, or learning differences may charge higher rates, while group sessions or recurring schedules may offer more consistent pricing.
Reading tutors in Thornton, CO help students develop key literacy skills such as phonics, vocabulary, reading fluency, and comprehension. Depending on the child’s needs, tutors may focus on early reading fundamentals, improving confidence, or helping with school assignments and test preparation. Sessions are often tailored to the student’s grade level and learning style.
To find a good reading tutor in Thornton, CO, many parents compare profiles based on experience, teaching approach, and reviews from other families. It’s helpful to ask about the tutor’s methods, familiarity with your child’s curriculum, and experience working with similar age groups. Scheduling an initial session can also help determine if the tutor is a good fit.
Parents in Thornton, CO often consider hiring a reading tutor when a child is struggling with reading skills, falling behind in school, or lacking confidence. Early support can help build strong foundational skills, while older students may benefit from targeted help with comprehension or academic performance. Tutors can also support children who simply want to advance their reading abilities.
Many reading tutors in Thornton, CO have experience supporting students with learning differences such as dyslexia or attention challenges. Some tutors specialize in structured literacy approaches or individualized learning plans. It’s important to ask about a tutor’s experience and training to ensure they can effectively support your child’s specific needs.
Before hiring a reading tutor in Thornton, CO, consider asking about their teaching experience, approach to instruction, and familiarity with your child’s grade level. You may also want to discuss goals, expected progress, and how sessions will be structured. Understanding how the tutor tracks improvement and communicates updates can help ensure a successful experience.

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