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60 reading tutors are listed in Van Nuys, CA
The average rate is $24/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Van Nuys, CA
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If you are looking for a super engaging, energetic, and bright tutor I'm your gal! I am currently a teacher at a private school in the valley. I work with students in the afternoons. I specialize in keeping kids on task and planning fun after-school activities. I have over 10 years of early childhood education experience and...
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"Lauren is simply wonderful. She is intelligent, articulate, caring -- and I recommend her without hesitation. When she worked in my household, she was reliable and dependable and my stepson adored her."
Reviewed by Robert S.
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Hello! I'm an energetic, caring, reliable, and responsible recent graduate from UCLA. I graduated magna cum laude with a psychology degree and in the honors college. While at UCLA, I took various classes that apply to my work as a sitter. Classes include developmental psychology, the psychology of emotions, perceptual...
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"Just interviewed Ana, she seemed passionate and knowledgeable. We are looking for someone longer term but still enjoyed hearing about her experience. School schedule makes it difficult for us because we want...
Reviewed by Ethan D.
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I've been babysitting for the past 15+ years. I offer math tutoring, homework help, play time and arts & crafts. I love anything involving being outdoors. Hiking, playing sports, being active, board games, reading, dancing, singing, playing dress up, and helping children explore the world around them are just a few things I...
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"Yalda did very well with our daughter and we felt very comfortable hiring her for a date night! She was very prompt whenever I checked in with her for updates and she did a great job following...
Reviewed by Alexis O.
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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...
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"We hired Liam to help lead a group of five 1st graders when public schools went to remote learning due to Covid. I cannot say enough good things about how great Liam is. He was structured, organized, and...
Reviewed by Chris R.
Lety B.
Los Angeles, CA
$26-28/hr • 20 yrs exp
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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...
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"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...
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Hello! My name is Mary Rose and I'm 26 years old. I just graduated from UC San Diego for my MFA in acting. I absolutely LOVE my job as a nanny, take it very seriously, and specialize in infant care! I am CPR certified for infants and children.
A tiny bit about me: I'm from San Francisco, I am a spin instructor and...
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"Mary Rose is so wonderful! We are so thankful we found her. She's entirely trustworthy and really loves kids. We only wish she were around during the school year so we could use her more often. :)"
Reviewed by Courtney C.
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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...
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"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.
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I absolutely LOVE children and have TONS of experience caring for them starting with my own brothers at age 12 when I spent an entire summer "being a mom" to my youngest brother who is 11 yrs. younger; my other brother is 5 yrs younger, so I was running a daycare, so to speak. I've cared for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and...
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"Sheila was a fantastic nanny for our two children. She was the kind of caregiver that every parent desires in that she approached her job with love, fun, compassion, and just the right amount of discipline. We...
Reviewed by Nicole H.
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Marianna resides in Los Angeles. Just completed working as a nanny in the afternoons for a family of a 2 children in Venice. (Have been with the family for 3 years). Has been working as a nanny full-time in Los Angeles for over 10+ years. In the past has also taught piano, been an executive assistant, worked at a nursing homes,...
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"Marianna is a reliable great nanny. For the past two years she has done pick up /drop off, playtime, dinner, and bath for my now 7 and 5 year old. She plays games, listens to music with them, swims in the pool,...
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Hello there! I have been steadily working as a nanny for the last 9+ years, from infants to teenagers, multiples and twins, occasional babysitting, tutoring and full-time for several years with the same family, even traveling out of state to provide care in unique environments. I believe in the Montessori approach for young...
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"Evea helped us during a crisis period, when our daycare was closed due to Covid. She created a wonderful rapport with our two kiddos, ages 5 and 21 months. Among her greatest strengths are her imagination and...
Reviewed by Lori M.
Arielle C.
Burbank, CA
$25-35/hr
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I have years of experience as a tutor at an afterschool facility. There I have tutored all age ranges from kindergarten to high school in all subjects related. I also have experience teaching English to Chinese-speaking students.
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"I’m the principal and owner of A+ Academy Tutoring Center in Monrovia. Over last two years Miss Arielle worked in my business. She’s very patient and knowledgeable in English /Math, and an excellent instructor....
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Gabby H.
Los Angeles, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi there! I'm a mature, responsible, fun-loving 25-year-old. I am new to LA and looking for part time work, as I primarily work in film but the industry is on hold currently. I love to read, write, and cook. I graduated from NYU in 2020, where I majored in Drama. I was a part time nanny for all four years of college, and have...
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I love working with babies and children and pull from my years of experience as a Mom, Preschool Teacher and Preschool Director. Safety is most important next to having fun. I'm a hands on care taker who loves helping babies and children reach developmental milestones through play. Taking children out doors, art projects,...
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"I couldn't recommend Kathy any higher! We hired her to watch our 6 month old baby girl for us while I went back to work for a 10 week stint. However, she only worked for 3 days before the Coronavirus became a...
Reviewed by Stacy S.
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Hi nice to meet you I am Ashley I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a child's life I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in Los Angeles I love bringing out the best in kids by keeping them engaged with activities like playing games, going outside & crafts! I have experience with various ages. I...
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"I recently hired Ashley for a couple of days and all I can say is she is great with kids very friendly, and I know that I will always have her as a back up! I usually never leave reviews, but she was great if...
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Hi there! Joshua here :) I'm an oldest son in a family of five with a lot of childcare experience. Beyond taking care of my younger siblings growing up, I volunteered for 5+ years as a childcare worker at church and watched children from ages 3 through 12, as well as teaching theatre to kindergarten through 5th grade for a...
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"Josh has patience and is able to bring out gifts and understanding for people he teaches and mentors."
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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...
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"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.
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I tutor all subjects students need help in. ***ONLINE TUTOR***
Top 2% of 2010 California Distinguished High School Class.
2014 UCLA Graduate = B. A. International Development; Minors: Education & Public Affairs.
Work Experience:
Masters - Financial Accounting, Public Health Administration, Research Papers, Statistics
College -...
Alma L.
Panorama City, CA
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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have worked for 29 years as a Pre-School Teacher Camp Counselor and a Nanny. I work well with all ages from newborns, infants, toddlers to preteens. I have a clean record and reference upon request. Your kids safety is my number one priority, and I have been around children for many years and have learned to work and get along...
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"Alma is great. She's friendly, flexible, easy to work with, and she even helped my kids learn Spanish! She's a preschool teacher as well, so she's very comfortable working with big families and lots of kids...
Reviewed by Tiana M.
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I have been a private tutor since freshman year of high school. I started out tutoring family friends in K-8 subjects as a volunteer. As I gained more experience, I placed advertisements to get paid tutoring. I tutor mostly all K-12 subjects and biology and science are my best subjects.
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I believe that every moment is a teachable moment. I teach through play. I've been taking care of children since I was 10 years old. I raised my sibling. I helped my sister through babysitting her children. I raised my own 3 children. They are young adults with careers and are living on their own. I started working at a Head...
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"Arminda has taken care of my son who is aged 4 since he was 4months. So thankful for Care for allowing me to connect with her. She has been a blessing to us. She is extremely kind, loving, calm and very hands...
Reviewed by Care member
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Van Nuys, CA
Lauren M.
5.0
Lauren is simply wonderful. She is intelligent, articulate, caring -- and I recommend her without hesitation. When she worked in my household, she was reliable and dependable and my stepson adored her.
- Robert S.
Ana B.
5.0
Ana looked after our son (2yo) for a day last week. Our son was immediately comfortable in her presence and she kept him busy and entertained all day long. We would be supremely comfortable having her help again!
- Hugo A.
Yalda H.
5.0
Yalda is extremely reliable & trustworthy. It’s hard to find people like her!
- Care member
Liam B.
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. Kind, patient, funny and smart. He went above and beyond to make sure they were always...
- Kelsey W.
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
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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 $24.95 per hour as of April 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 20 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 Rating4.7 / 5
Reading Tutors in Van Nuys, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.