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Amy G.

Tacoma, WA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
I'd describe my personality as energetic, optimistic, and creative I like working with kids because they teach me new things. Every child is unique and brings their own challenges. Not only does it challenge me, but it build my problem solving skills, and the outcome is always satisfying knowing you were able to help. I'm...
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Things About Me :)

Tacoma, WA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'd describe my personality as fun, reliable and hardworking! I like working with kids because they are amazing humans who are so fun and creative! I love helping them learn and challenge them to grow! I started working with kids about 4 years ago, I worked at a family friend's daycare after school. Then I worked for other...
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Tacoma, WA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 10 years of childcare experience. I have worked with infants to teenagers, my specialty being with toddlers and early childhood education. I have over five years experience working as a nanny and babysitter. I have experience with disabilities and neurodivergent children. I teach theater camps and have created a...
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16 Years' Experience With Children, ECE Credits, BA In Social Work, M.A. Counseling

Tacoma, WA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I love children and I love people (dogs are people too)! I ran a licensed daycare/ECEAP out of my home for 16 years, took care of 6 to 10 children at a time 0-12 yrs old. I have 10 years of ECE credits, a BA in social work and a Master's in counseling. I worked for a private agency as a case manager for 4 years, working with...
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Weekend Babysitter

Tacoma, WA

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am the mother of three grown children, and grandmother to four, ages 5, 4, 2 1. I babysit my grandchildren during the week, preparing meals, driving to pre-k and and providing love and attention with enthusiasm and patience. I am a former school librarian and English teacher, now retired. I enjoy reading, fitness walking, and...
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Happy Sitter

Gig Harbor, WA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I recently graduated from WWU with a bachelors in psychology. I am currently going to massage therapy school in Tacoma, WA. Working as a prior dance teacher, I have learned to understand children's energies, and help them flourish as individuals. I love being around children and doing what I can to bring out the best in...
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Lakewood, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I am a stay-at-home mom with a 12-year-old son, whom I home school. When we are not schooling, we like to play indoor and outdoor games, read, cook/bake, and listen to audio books/stories. I am a Christian who loves children and teaches Sunday school.
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Tacoma, WA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Worked as a nurse in a classroom and was able to help the teacher read to the kids and assist them with small projects.
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An Elementary Teacher Looking For A Summer Gig!

Tacoma, WA

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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a second grade teacher who just exited the classroom to start her own business! While creating my business plan, I'm looking for a part time job! I love singing along to Disney movies, reading beautiful picture books, and having lunch in the park! I'd describe my personality as hard working, reliable, and empathetic. I...
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Babysitter

Puyallup, WA

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have had some experience tutoring elementary and middle school aged children in science and math and absolutely loved it.
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Fun And Experienced Nanny

Lakewood, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education and a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I have experience teaching children ages 2-18 in school and volunteer settings. I worked as a preschool teacher in 2011-2014 and 1 year from 2019-2020 (I had my own classroom then). I've worked in public...

Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I have 7 years of teaching experience. I can help with Elementary Education and Special Education. I have my teacher certification with endorsements in Elementary and Special Education. I also have experience with middle school and highschool students and math tutoring.
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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
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Caregiver, Nanny, Petsitter +

Federal Way, WA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
7 years experience
I'm a very dependable, patient, compassionate, & thoughtful individual who has over 7 years of tutoring and homeschool experience. I pride myself on my integrity, reliability, being organized, sincere, conscientious, & a diligent multi-tasker. I'm CPR certified, have dependable transportation, love animals, and am a non-smoker....
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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
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
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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Roy, WA

5.0(1)
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$37/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm a mother of 3 girls looking to add more laughter to my daily life and make a little extra. Because I already have three little kids, I'm looking to stay home and watch another kid at my house. Before having kids of my own, I had experience watching 3 siblings (newborn to 10 years old) for 7 years along with other occasional...

Karla B. says "It is my great pleasure to recommend Kelsey. She cared for our daughter intermittently from 3 to 13 months old ending when we moved to the Tri Cities in...

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Fun Sitter And Laugh Enthusiast!

Auburn, WA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Gillian, I am 26 years old, located in the Bonney lake area, and a kid at heart. Previously, I was a Lead Teacher at Rainbow Connection for a classroom of 3-year-olds for two years. Currently, I am a barista and love it, but I miss the kiddos! Getting down on their level and being able to act like a kid again is what...

Care Member says "Gillian is dedicated and caring for both our dog and daughter! She always has a smile and extra TLC when needed. Gillian is reliable, respectful and...

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Kent, WA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a preschool teacher that loves kids. I have been watching children in my house or others homes for 3 years. I nanny weekly for 3 little boys 3years, 2years, and 4 months old. I love to playing games, reading books, painting, singing and dancing. I am comfortable giving baths and putting children down for bed. Making healthy...

Sarena W. says " Cindy was do nice and pleasant comfortable with meal prep and when my mom got my daughter she was clean and fed. While my daughter napped Cindy helped me...

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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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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

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

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in University Place, WA

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

Sulamita C.

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...

- Ryan G.

Carla C.

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

- Miracle W.

Kelsey A.

It is my great pleasure to recommend Kelsey. She cared for our daughter intermittently from 3 to 13 months old ending when we moved to the...

- Karla B.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in University Place, WA

Hiring a local reading tutor in University Place, WA 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 University Place, WA. You can search for candidates by their distance from University Place 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 University Place 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 University Place 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 University Place, 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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