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Maddy L.
Watchung, NJ
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I was a lead preschool teacher in Manhattan for 10 years, and have worked as an early childhood consultant for 4 years. I have my masters in early childhood education, specializing in early and pre-literacy. My passion is reading, art and creating FUN learning experiences! This includes fine motor and sensory activities, early...
Marianne T.
Watchung, NJ
$20-50/hr
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I'm a 57-year-old mother of five wonderful successful kids and a grandmother to two beautiful grandkids.
I have been living in Watchung, New Jersey since 2004.
I am a very responsible person and I am very good with children.
I am fluent in three languages. I cam read, write and speak English, French and Arabic.
I have raised...
Mariana P.
Plainfield, NJ
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Educator Offering Personalized Care And Learning Support
5.0
(1)
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I'm a creative, caring, upbeat teacher. I graduated with a focus on children. I'm very passionate about my job. My favorite activities with kids are: reading, music, arts and crafts, and sports. I do tutoring as well.
5.0
"I have seen first hand just how wonderful Mariana is with kids and know how passionate she is about teaching. Friendly demeanor and genuine personality I would highly recommend."
Reviewed by Stephanie Z.
3.7
(7)
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Serious Inquires Only. Amilly has obtained a BA from Rutgers University as well as her Bachelor Degree in Social Work/Psychology. Throughout her career she has focused on childcare, education, & child development. Amilly is Nurtured Heart Approach Certified. She has provided Child Care, Personal Assistance, & Personal Shopping...
4.0
"I hired Amilly because her background in education and social work makes her a brilliant nanny. She taught my children things they may have never learned from anyone else, and at the same time built a...
Reviewed by Collin J.
5.0
(1)
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I'd describe my personality as energetic, responsible and warm.
I like working with kids because I see them as little interesting people, the way their minds work is intriguing. They are also very honest.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to also be a part time student.
I started working with kids when I was 10 and my...
5.0
"Solay was an amazing babysitter. I am my younger brother's guardian and she took great care of him. She even helped out around the house knowing that I have a lot
of things on my plate. She is so considerate...
Reviewed by Macy P.
5.0
(2)
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I have been working with one family from Care. com since August 2018 and that job is coming to an end this August. I have been a full time ABA therapist for a now 5-year-old child with down syndrome as well as her 7-year-old sister. I have been caring for children as a nanny since the age of 12. I have cared for families with...
5.0
"Melissa cared for our special needs child for several years, managing her daily schedule, development, therapies (and specialty therapists), feeding, and education. She helped our child obtain valuable skills...
Reviewed by Chad H.
5.0
(2)
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Hi everyone! Teaching and caring for children is both my passion and my purpose. Working as an Elementary School Teacher for the past 7 years, plus over 10 years of childcare experience has opened my eyes and heart to children's needs-- academically, socially, and emotionally.
I absolutely love what I do and wish to broaden...
5.0
"Corinne has done an outstanding job as a home educator for our family. She is a consummate professional, who loves children and teaching. Her commitment, dedication and love of our twin daughters has helped...
Reviewed by Darryl H.
5.0
(23)
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Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $30 hour and up
Currently seeking :
* Pet sitting in your home.
* Occasional sitting weekend/overnights
*Travel Nanny w Passport and local events (weddings etc.)
My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o
Promoted to Lead...
5.0
"Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very accommodating. She was great with the baby, didn't have any...
Reviewed by Adriana I.
5.0
(2)
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Hi everyone! Teaching and caring for children is both my passion and my purpose. Working as an Elementary School Teacher for the past 7 years, plus over 10 years of childcare experience has opened my eyes and heart to children's needs-- academically, socially, and emotionally. I absolutely love my job and wish to broaden its...
Taryn L.
Highland Park, NJ
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hello! My name is Taryn! I grew up in New Jersey and recently moved back from Maryland where I was working in a childcare center teacher preschool. I taught at this center for 7 years and worked with all ages ranging from infants to 5 years old. I love to read in my spare time and be outside as much as I can!
5.0
"Taryn is AMAZING! She has cared for my two children many times. She is loving, patient, reliable, and trustworthy. Both my children are high energy, have food allergies, and my son has a language impairment...
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Victoria C.
Colonia, NJ
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Hi, I'm Victoria! I am 25 years old and have been babysitting since I was 13. I have worked in daycare for two years and I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with ages 3 mos. to 13 years and with up to four kids at a time. I believe a babysitter / nanny plays an important role in a child's life, I will always...
5.0
"Victoria is a very sweet, caring, patient and intelligent young lady. She is prompt and very responsive and we appreciate her attention at all times. She takes proper care of our active 3 years old son and from...
Reviewed by Leila A.
5.0
(1)
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I have experience with caring for and tutoring elementary/middle schoolers, and helping with distance learning. As a college graduate, I have a ton of experience with writing, reading, and math subjects. I love children and helping as much as I can.
5.0
"Natalia is currently providing tutoring, writing and reading, to my 8-year-old. She is excellent with my son, who can lose focus easily. She is kind, patient, and allows him to take the lead in lessons, in...
Reviewed by Mary D.
5.0
(5)
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Hello.
I am available for online tutoring or proofreading. I have years of experiencing teaching English and proofreading papers.
I'm happy to help you with your English needs via online learning. Currently my students range from 6th & 7th graders to adults including business professionals who want to improve their English...
5.0
"Encouraging, patient & thorough! Highly recommend!"
Reviewed by Jax F.
5.0
(1)
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Hi I'm Cassie, I have been caring for children for about 6 years. I give a fun approach while keeping things in order. I love teaching children new things, reading to them, and helping them explore the world. Past families I have worked for I have helped with homework, read to children, played games with them, driven to...
5.0
"Cassie is great with my kids. She plays with them the whole time & is fully engaged with them. They love having her over!"
Reviewed by Cherise M.
5.0
(1)
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I am a Certified Teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education with over 30 years teaching experience in public education. My honors include Franklin School Teacher of the Year, NJ Governor's Recognition for Outstanding Teaching, Character Education Director and Greater Somerset County YMCA Leader. I have expertise in...
5.0
"JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed, knowledgeable, caring, and just an all-around fantastic...
Reviewed by David M.
5.0
(4)
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Hi! I am an incoming college student at UIUC - a top engineering and computer science university - where I am majoring in mechanical engineering and minoring in computer science. I am a straight-A student knowledgeable in most school subjects (including math up to Calculus II). I have received outstanding scores in standardized...
5.0
"Humble ,good listener and reliable."
Reviewed by Sharon P.
Alyssa M.
Somerset, NJ
$20-22/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Baby Sitter Available For Weekend Babysitting Jobs
4.3
(25)
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My name is Alyssa and I absolutely love caring for children! I been working with children for the past five years in the position of babysitters, nanny, daycare assistant, preschool teacher. I have worked with all ages from newborn to 10 years old. I enjoy playing dress up, reading stories, arts and crafts and playing games. In...
5.0
"Alyssa has been an incredible babysitter for my kids, they adore her. She has brought crafts and fun art projects for them to do, and always brings such a positive energy with her! As a parent, Alyssa...
Reviewed by Steve S.
5.0
(1)
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I have 35 years of teaching experience. I am a retired language arts teacher and reading specialist. I have taught elementary school language arts and math and middle school language arts. Please contact me to discuss how I can help your child improve in school.
5.0
"Heidi helped my son immensely after he fell behind. She does a great job of breaking down complex subjects in a way he can understand and at his level. He has fun learning when he is with her and is always...
Reviewed by Care member
4.9
(7)
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I am not available to take on new families at this time.
I am a fun and creative person who loves working with kids. I enjoy being active and like to encourage the children to do the same. Since I am creative, I can easily come up with fun activities like games and arts and crafts to get children involved and keep them...
5.0
"Danielle is awesome! She babysat our 1-year-old daughter while we were in between nannies. Now, our daughter is a TOUGH kid to babysit. She wails whenever we leave the room. Danielle handled it incredibly well,...
Reviewed by Chris H.
Jason S.
Springfield, NJ
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
NJ Certified Teacher With Over 20 Years Of Experience Working With Children Of All Ages
5.0
(1)
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I have over 20 years of experience working with children and students of all ages and abilities in many different environments including public school, private school, elementary school, middle school, high school, religious school and camp. I have State of New Jersey issued certificates in Elementary Education, Special...
5.0
"I have worked with Jason for over 3 years now. He has proven himself to be an honest, loyal and trustworthy person. He works well with children and gets along wonderful with his peers.
Not only have I worked...
Reviewed by Justine T.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Watchung, NJ
Mariana P.
5.0
I have seen first hand just how wonderful Mariana is with kids and know how passionate she is about teaching. Friendly demeanor and genuine personality I would highly recommend.
- Stephanie Z.
Amilly C.
5.0
This woman was great working with! She was on time, and she genuinely connected with My children. She assisted them with reading and comprehension, as well as keeping them on track with school work. Not only was she fun but she also was responsible. I would definitely rehire her if I hadn't moved!
- Genesis W.
Solay C.
5.0
Solay was an amazing babysitter. I am my younger brother's guardian and she took great care of him. She even helped out around the house knowing that I have a lot
of things on my plate. She is so considerate and got along very well with my brother.
- Macy P.
Melissa B.
5.0
Melissa cared for our special needs child for several years, managing her daily schedule, development, therapies (and specialty therapists), feeding, and education. She helped our child obtain valuable skills and adapt to physical and developmental difficulties. Melissa was very accommodating and...
- Chad H.
Corinne B.
5.0
Corinne is absolutely a wonderful person and caregiver. She helped take care of our 7 year-old during remote schooling--making sure our daughter logged in to her various classes, helping with schoolwork, and playing together during breaks. Ms. Corinne is an absolute joy--kind, thoughtful,...
- Jo-anne S.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Watchung, NJ
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Watchung, NJ?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Watchung, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $27.50 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 Watchung, NJ?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Watchung, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Watchung 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 Watchung that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Watchung, NJ?
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 Watchung 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 Watchung, NJ?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Watchung, NJ, 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 Watchung, NJ 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.