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60 reading tutors are listed in Torrance, CA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 7 years
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I am originally from Wales/Scotland UK. I am a well travelled British nanny (65 countries). I am not a traditional nanny in that I cant sit in front of the TV or be inside too much! I love to adventure and take the little ones on educational outdoor outings to different museums, aquariums, and so forth.
I also really enjoy...
5.0
"She is an absolute professional who is so good with kids. She is patient and firm at the same time. Sian has a caring personality and she is also practical which makes her a great choice for working with kids....
Reviewed by Es M.
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From 2010-14, I have been a caregiver for children ages 1-4 as a teaching assistant for the Head Start program at the Irvine Early Childhood Learning Center. In this position, I have experiences teaching and supporting children with reading, writing, languages, music, and outdoor activities. From 2014-17 as a college student, I...
5.0
"Easy to communicate with, and very responsive. Showed up early. Was a great babysitter."
Reviewed by Gregory S.
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Morgan is a family support trained nanny, who graduated from California State Long Beach with a BA in Sociology and an AA in Early Child Development, in which she received awards and honors for both degrees. Possessing her educational experience of creating a non-profit working with future educators and families, along with 10...
5.0
"I can't say enough nice things about Morgan. She was the nanny for our baby when I went back to work. Morgan is flexible, fun, professional, compassionate, trustworthy, and best of all, my son loved her and I...
Reviewed by Kimberly D.
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(3)
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I was born and raised in Manhattan Beach and I love the South Bay. I was fortunate enough to be a Marine Biologist for LA County until I retired to be a full time Mom. I have successfully raised my one son who is a college graduate and so now I have time to help you with your kids.
I am available to help you out with day time...
5.0
"I have hired Katie many times to stay in my home overnight to dog sit and take care of my kids. She is very dependable and trust-worthy with a happy disposition. My kids really like it when she comes because...
Reviewed by Ashley B.
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I'm a former pre-school teacher and I love teaching and molding the minds of children. I thrive with kids between the ages of 5-12. I do not have much experience tutoring but I did spend a summer helping three kids with their summer work. I also have Early Childhood Education classwork under my belt.
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I have 10 years of experience as a nanny. I love children and enjoy working with them and I am taking my responsibility very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity.
I am bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish languages.
I am certified in CPR and First Aid.
I'm a foster mom too
I work well with all personality...
5.0
"Maritza was the first full time caregiver that we hired for our first born daughter when she was three months old. After a thorough search and interview process we found her through Care.com. I appreciated...
Reviewed by Jennifer G.
Edith L.
Long Beach, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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For 20 years I have been babysitting and have two school-aged children of my own. I enjoy taking the kids to the park and beach, reading, playing, etc. I have reliable transportation, CPR and First Aid certifications, a degree in Child and Adolescent Development, an early Childhood associate teacher certificate and a true love...
5.0
"What a gem of a person! Edith has been sitting my two boys for the past 2 years and she has become like family to us. Being a mother of two kids herself, I have always felt like she looked after my kids like...
Reviewed by Amelia W.
Bronte B.
Gardena, CA
$20-21/hr • 9 yrs exp
Graduate Student With 7 Years Of Babysitting Looking For Child Care Work!
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hello! I have nine years of babysitting experience. I acknowledge that babysitting plays a crucial role in a child's life and I believe I will make a great fit for your child and their needs because I will play a very active, nurturing, and stimulating role in their life. I love read books, sing songs, dance, play with them,...
5.0
"Bronte has been such a blessing to my family, has been with us for over 2 years. She truly is an amazing person to trust with your little one - Bronte is fun, patient, dependable, kind and loving. From...
Reviewed by Care member
Dawn S.
Lomita, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Development Teacher With Psych Degree Available To Tutor Or Teach Online Or In Person
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I have tutored children in all subjects at the primary level Pre K thru 6th grade. My specialty is preparing children to meet state guidelines for elementary school and Kindergarten prep. I have a Child Development Teachers Permit as well as an AA in Early Childhood Education and a BS in Psychology. I have worked part time at a...
5.0
"Dawn is wonderful with kids! She is so patient and always knows how to keep them engaged. The kids have so much fun with all the different learning activities that she has planned. Dawn has so much knowledge on...
Reviewed by Rachel W.
Alyson D.
Manhattan Beach, CA
$15-17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi my name is Aly and I'm looking for a family to babysit/nanny every once in a while! I have my license and a car so I am available to drive and I've been babysitting for 10 years and nannying for 5 and I have experience teaching kids of all ages gymnastics! I love arts and crafts, playing outside, going to the pool, and...
5.0
"I cannot possibly write enough to depict how much we love Aly!! She is so dependable and trustworthy and treats your children as if they are her family. If she applies to care for your children, don't...
Reviewed by Lacey H.
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Hi there! My name is Sofia and I have been working professionally with children since 2012. I started out as a nanny and then spent 8 years as a preschool teacher, primarily in child-led and nature-based settings.
I have a degree in Child Development from CSULB and a certificate in Infant & Toddler Development from Irvine...
5.0
"Sofia took care of our daughters, for about three years, taking them from school to home, tutoring them, taking them to their educational and recreational activities. She created a very strong bonds with our...
Reviewed by Katerina S.
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I have taught children with special needs in Los Angeles for 20 years. I have a bachelor's degree in human development, and a master's degree in special education. I am a mom of two amazing sons, and an avid marathoner. I am very passionate about working with children, and I pride myself on being patient and kind to those I have...
5.0
"I absolutely adore Nicole. She is so personable and relatable. I have twins and one of them suffers from severe ADHD. Nicole is always very patient with my son during his difficult moments. She thinks outside...
Reviewed by Care member
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Hi, my name is Amy and I would love the opportunity to become your caring, loving and energetic nanny. My past and present experience has given me the knowledge and understanding of what it takes to care for little ones and I will go above and beyond expectations for the child in my care. I'm an outgoing person who likes being...
5.0
"Our family highly recommends Amy, we had the pleasure of being with Amy for 3.5 years helping me raise our son from age 1.5 and our daughter from birth. Amy, while taking care of both our children, continued to...
Reviewed by Ashleigh H.
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Are you looking for someone who is reliable, caring, fun loving and dedicated with experience to care for your child or children? Look no more, I have over 20 years of experience as a pre-school teacher for ages 2-5. I have also cared for children after school ages 2- 11. Picking them up from school taking them to sporting...
5.0
"My husband and I have known Carol for the last 6+ years. Before we had enrolled our daughter, then 3, Miss Carol was getting rave compliments from Mommy & Me parents with other children in the preschool. We...
Reviewed by Justina K.
Sarah W.
Los Angeles, CA
$100-111/hr • 10 yrs exp
Tutor For Children With Reading Challenges, Learning Differences, Special Education
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Hi, I'm Sarah! I am a learning specialist with 10+ years of tutoring/teaching experience. I work exclusively with children who have dyslexia, reading challenges, resistance to learning, ADHD, autism, and Down syndrome.
I have a MA degree in Psychology and am trained in the Orton-Gillingham method of phonics-based reading...
5.0
"My name is Carolina, my son Jonathan is in special education. I feel very happy to be working with Sarah, she’s a very dynamic person who takes initiative. She has been able to attract my sons attention despite...
Reviewed by Care member
3.7
(3)
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I possess a profound dedication to nurturing and supporting children's development, backed by 2 years nanny position in Palisades, plus 11 years of experience in babysitting for various families. Additionally, I have a robust educational background, having served as a special education teacher for three years. My skills extend...
5.0
"Keylee is a very warm and caring person. It's comforting to know that also as a mother and for her profession, you can tell that she truly does care about children. We have had her care for our son a few times...
Reviewed by Reena D.
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Hello Fabulous Families!!! I am a National Board Certified Elementary School teacher with 18 years of experience. I believe in meeting children where they are and building from their strengths. Facilitating children's learning, while fostering their educational needs is what I do best and I am flexible in offering support...
5.0
"Melani gets to know children as learners. She sees them as individuals that have different needs. She takes children where they are academically and grows them, understanding that one size does not fit all....
Reviewed by Sandra H.
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(4)
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Hello,
I am a Childhood Development major living in the Atlanta area. I'm originally from Long Beach, California.
A little bit about my experience: I absolutely adore children. Lots of experience w/ infants, lots of toddlers & kinders. My favorite has to be the little ones (1-4-year-olds.) People have always mentioned that I...
4.0
"I only got a chance to interview Andrea. She seemed nice and knowledgeable. Very good communication over messages and text. "
Reviewed by Sivhun L.
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*I am currently available as an occasional afternoon/evening and weekend sitter.*
Hello! I have watched and cared for children for essentially my whole life, whether it was my own siblings, neighborhood children or families from church. While in college, I cared for children of many different families in my neighborhood, as...
5.0
"My boys absolutely loved Shannon! My youngest has never been away from mom and dad but she was so great and he didn't even miss us. She's absolutely wonderful."
Reviewed by Neontae W.
5.0
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I have 5 years of experience tutoring and assistant teaching. Currently teaching credential in English/language Arts is in progress as well as 30-day substitute teaching certificate.
5.0
"Very knowledgeable and friendly towards my son. He took the time to help learn how to read to be successful in life!!"
Reviewed by Krystina A.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Torrance, CA
Sian O.
5.0
Sky is kind and enjoys working with kids, even spending her weekends working kids’ parties.
Sky was always punctual and reliable. She was up for any task we gave her, from driving to light kid-related housework.
Sky was relatable and got along well with our kids, ages 11 and 13. They looked...
- Care member
Mahima V.
5.0
Mahima was a very cheerful and enthusiastic caregiver for my 3-month-old daughter. She was very attentive to her needs and always eager to inform me of the enjoyable time she had spending with her. Will hire again in the future.
- Kate W.
Morgan W.
5.0
I can't say enough nice things about Morgan. She was the nanny for our baby when I went back to work. Morgan is flexible, fun, professional, compassionate, trustworthy, and best of all, my son loved her and I know how much she cared for my son. I'm so happy we hired her, and who ever works with...
- Kimberly D.
Katie W.
5.0
Katie has been with us the last year and the only reason we're having to part ways is because we're moving to Ventura county. I am still trying to convince her to come with us because the thought of losing her makes us cry. She has been watching our son since he was 8 months and he's now 19 months...
- Brianna R.
Maritza V.
5.0
The basics about Maritza are that she is reliable, trustworthy, kind and smart. The great things about Maritza are innumerable! I would hire her back in a heartbeat, but our schedule needs aren't compatible. She was a wonderful communicator, with adults and my kids, a toddler and a kindergartner at...
- Kelly B.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Torrance, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Torrance, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Torrance, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.64 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 Torrance, CA?
Care.com currently has 14 reading tutors in Torrance, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Torrance 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 Torrance that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Torrance, CA?
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 Torrance 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 Torrance, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Torrance, CA, 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 Torrance, CA 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.