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60 reading tutors are listed in Van Nuys, CA
The average rate is $25/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Van Nuys, CA
Lety B.
Los Angeles, CA
$26-28/hr • 20 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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Hello and thank you for taking time in viewing my profile. My name is Lety and I have 26 years of paid experience and 30 years being a mother to both my girls. I love to babysit newborns, twins and toddlers. I love kids and love keeping them busy in activities where they can develop their skills. I am capable of helping them...
5.0
"I am writing this letter with a strong and heartfelt recommendation for Leticia as your next nanny. Leticia has been invaluable to our family for the past 3 and a half years, giving so much love and care to our...
Reviewed by Care member
Sky D.
Burbank, CA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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Hello Parents! My name is Sky and I am a sophomore at Glendale Community College! Growing up I would always take care of the kids around my neighborhood when my neighbors would go on a mini vacation or even just a date night. I love kids and always have a good time playing with them, reading them a bedtime story or even changing...
5.0
"Sky was great with our 2 year old daughter. She was prompt and kept our daughter happy and entertained the whole day. We came home to a very happy baby. We will hire her again."
Reviewed by Nick C.
Melanie K.
Los Angeles, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter, Part-time Nanny Or Last Minute Sitter Who Loves Kids And Pets!!
5.0
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I'm an active sitter that loves engaging children in activities that promote development and ensure a safe, warm, nurturing environment. I enjoy seeing the excitement in their faces when they discover something new or are genuinely having fun! I also love reading, singing, dancing, building fortresses, doing artwork, being...
5.0
"Melanie watched my 8 year old daughter when I needed a sitter at the last minute. Melanie arrived right on time, is very friendly, kept my house tidy (which can be a huge task with my active 8 year old) and...
Reviewed by Kirsten R.
Diana S.
Los Angeles, CA
$26-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
Expert Nanny/Mother Helper/Special Needs For Children Available
5.0
(1)
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I am available for nanny or mother helper. I have been working as a preschool teacher for 13 years. I am educated and I have 15 units of early child development, CPR, First Aid certified, and finger print, live scan approved. I am a mom of 3 children, and a responsible, caring, on time person. I have a reliable car and great...
Vanessa F.
Canoga Park, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi there! My name is Vanessa, college graduate from CSU Northridge with my degree in Kinesiology.
My background for childcare started when I was 14 years old as a summer camp teacher's assistant. It was through this camp that I realized how much I love working with kiddos! During my time in college, I was a part-time after...
5.0
"Vanessa was fantastic with my daughter. She was right on time and got along great right away with my daughter. She came prepped with activities after talking with me about what she likes to do. Will...
Reviewed by Care member
Sydney R.
Pacific Palisades, CA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced And Professional Tutor With Bachelor's Degree From USC (Cum Laude)
5.0
(1)
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I've babysat and tutored children for years! Throughout my time at school, I always received exceptional grades. I graduated Cum Laude from USC with a Major in Cinema Studies and a Minor in Screenwriting. I know how to get kids to focus and zone in on their work, but I also know how important it is to be patient and kind....
5.0
"Sydney helped me rewrite my resume and I got a job shortly after. She's the best"
Reviewed by Lauren G.
5.0
(4)
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A little about me: I am a former elementary education teacher and (current) writer. I have over 15 years of experience working with emergent learners (including general and special education students). I taught using a Common Core curriculum for five years, but am a constructivist at heart. I have a Master of Science in...
5.0
"We needed help with our 2nd grade, 7 year old twins who were participating in distant learning. Ms. Angela responded within minutes of my email to her and agreed to come over and meet us. She arrived at the...
Reviewed by Ronique M.
5.0
(4)
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I have a Bachelors in Education, Communities, and Organizations from the University of Washington where I took extensive coursework in child physiology, child psychology, teaching strategies, and learning application. Two years of experience in a preschool setting as an Assistant Teacher, largely guiding neurologically diverse...
5.0
"Liam is an absolutely amazing guy. He tutored my 7 year old twins all last school year and they learned so much from him. He is someone you want your kids around. An incredible role model in every way....
Reviewed by Kelsey W.
5.0
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Hello! I'm Jasmine & I've been caring for children just under 20 years. At a very young age I began caring for ages 4, 2, & newborn. I worked with this family until college & began a professional career in childcare.
I had the pleasure of working with Springboard Education where I cared for 28 amazing K-2 students. I've also...
5.0
"Jasmine has been watching our 2 year old every Sunday since he was a baby. She is always on time, very responsible, sweet and loving. Our kid loves her and gives her big kisses and hugs when she leaves each...
Reviewed by Gabrielle S.
5.0
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I'm Greg a 37-year-old father of one! On top of my time raising my wonderful daughter, I have 2 years of professional experience tutoring K-12 students in a full-time setting both in person and remotely specializing in comprehension of all things math and science.
5.0
"Gregory has been coming to our home to tutor my son (6 y.o) and my daughter (4.5) for a few months now. Primarily reading and math but we have also explored board games, coding and some science experiments. We...
Reviewed by Katya D.
Jackie B.
Los Angeles, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been babysitting for the past 10 years. My experience is with infants and children ranging in age from 2 months to 12 years old. I am comfortable taking care of multiple children at once. I am a very fun, loving and energetic person. When babysitting, I enjoy planning activities (around napping and eating schedules...
5.0
"Jackie is amazing. She is a diamond in the rough. She is punctual, dependable, caring and she is so wonderful with our little baby girl. She has a strong interest in child development which was important to...
Reviewed by Jess P.
5.0
(2)
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Hello!
I'm a 28-year-old RBT and a current master's student pursuing a license in Marriage and Family Counseling. I have been a second mom to my adorable twin nephews A and S (they are almost 7, time flies!) I am incredibly comfortable with caring for children, and I have years of experience feeding, playing, and bonding with...
5.0
"Kate was amazing , loving , playful , caring and compassionate. "
Reviewed by Maria P.
5.0
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My name is Estela, I m bilingual (Spanish and English) and I love kids. I like spending time with them and play, read and help with homework.
I'm very responsible and have a good work ethic. As the oldest child in my family I grew up taking care of my siblings, which led me to join the babysitting world. I have been babysitting...
5.0
"Estela took care of our six months old when I went back to work. With her sensible and most caring personality, I knew our son was in the best hands. She took so much stress of my shoulders at that time and I...
Reviewed by Barbora D.
5.0
(1)
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I am a creative, fun and caring person. I've been working with children since high-school, either
working as a teachers assistant, summer camp counselor, to date night babysitting and full time nannying. I believe babysitting kids is the one of the most rewarding jobs.
I enjoy singing, dancing, playing games, coloring,...
5.0
"We were lucky to met Gabriela through care.com. She took care of our son for around a year. He loved her. She was very caring and playful with him. She is honest, reliable, good at following parental...
Reviewed by Juan L.
Beatrice R.
Los Angeles, CA
$55-65/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient French, Italian, History And Homework Help Tutor
5.0
(1)
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Hello, I have been tutoring French and Italian for 22+ years in North county San Diego and Pacific Palisades/B. H/Brentwood areas. I also developed art and crafts classes for younger students because it is more fun to learn while developing fine motor skills and being creative.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Estefanía and I am 20 years old. I'm currently at Southwestern College and have a part time job at a restaurant. I speak, read, and write in both English and Spanish fluently. I have a younger brother that I took care of from a young age and have experience taking care of children that are family/friends from...
5.0
"There isn't enough amazing things to say about Steph! The first day she met my girls and I, she had such a warm welcoming and my girls ran into her arms for a big hug. They are normally so shy around people...
Reviewed by Tiffany M.
5.0
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Hello my name is Demet, I am a positive and energetic mother of four. For several years, I worked on and off while having my four children so I completely understand how difficult it is to balance a professional career and home life. At the moment, I am working remotely from home while my children are in school. I am looking to...
5.0
"Demet is one of the best nanny's you can hire. She is reliable, warm, caring, listens well to instructions, and is naturally gifted with kids. Our 9 month old son absolutely loves her. She talks, reads, sings...
Reviewed by Rachel W.
Carolina C.
Los Angeles, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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Good day, my name is Carolina! I have 4 years of experience working as a teacher's assistant, daycare worker, and as a camp counselor. I also have experience babysitting ages 1-12, and I am comfortable with any age. Three words that can be used to describe me would be energetic, bubbly, and patient. I truly believe that nannying...
5.0
"Carolina was amazing! She was attentive and punctual. Her communication was excellent! If she didn’t have to move across the country I would have kept her for as long as I could have!
My son who is on the...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
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Hi there! My name is Molly and growing up in a small town in Michigan, I've been working in childcare since I was a babysitter at 10 years old for the "littles." I have nannied, including travelling with families to provide longer term care. I'm happy to tutor and help with school (although fair warning: I never made it to...
5.0
"Molly has worked with my family many times during Summer and Fall of 2023, and she is a great nanny! Molly is knowledgeable about kids, caring, reliable, on-time, smart, and my son loves her!"
Reviewed by Joseph D.
5.0
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I have 10 years of experience with babysitting and child care, my mom is a kindergarten teacher so I grew up babysitting for her students and I also worked in the nursery back home in Alabama for 4 years! I love reading and teaching so could help with work and read to your kids, also love playing games and am very active so have...
5.0
"very fortunate that she came on such short notice! very polite and professional. knew how to care for my newborn!"
Reviewed by Catherine R.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Van Nuys, CA
Lety B.
5.0
I am writing this letter with a strong and heartfelt recommendation for Leticia as your next nanny. Leticia has been invaluable to our family for the past 3 and a half years, giving so much love and care to our children. We view her as part of our family and all of us will miss her so much.
Leticia...
- Care member
Sky D.
5.0
Sky was great with our 2 year old daughter. She was prompt and kept our daughter happy and entertained the whole day. We came home to a very happy baby. We will hire her again.
- Nick C.
Melanie K.
5.0
Melanie watched my 8 year old daughter when I needed a sitter at the last minute. Melanie arrived right on time, is very friendly, kept my house tidy (which can be a huge task with my active 8 year old) and my daughter loves her. Melanie is a joy to have as someone to watch my daughter. I feel...
- Kirsten R.
Vanessa F.
5.0
Vanessa was fantastic with my daughter. She was right on time and got along great right away with my daughter. She came prepped with activities after talking with me about what she likes to do. Will definitely hire her again!
- Care member
Sydney R.
5.0
Sydney helped me rewrite my resume and I got a job shortly after. She's the best
- Lauren G.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Van Nuys, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Van Nuys, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Van Nuys, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $25.74 per hour as of June 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 Van Nuys, CA?
Care.com currently has 19 reading tutors in Van Nuys, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, 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.
Ratings for Van Nuys, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Reading Tutors in Van Nuys, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.