Find Trusted Reading Tutors Near Me in Watertown, MA

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Special Ed. Teacher Looking For Tutoring

Watertown, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Rachel and I am looking for tutoring positions. I have a teaching license in Special Education and a masters in Reading Intervention. I currently work as a special education teacher for the Charleston County School District. I use a wide range of teaching approaches and materials. I look forward to hearing from...
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English Teacher/Tutor

Watertown, MA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Dedicated and student-focused teaching professional, who is committed to providing a supportive, hands-on learning environment for students of all ability levels. Capable of creating original lesson plans and units which focus on Gardner's Multiple Intelligence Theory. Proficient at tailoring lesson plans to incorporate diverse...
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Summer Caregiver Available

Watertown, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am 44 years old and have over 20 years of experience working with children in public education. I began my career as a behavior therapist and am now a licensed special education teacher in Massachusetts. I have experience supporting students with diverse learning needs and teaching reading and math in small-group settings. I...
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Experienced Child Caregiver/teacher

Watertown, MA

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Looking for summer part-time position! I have 15 years of experience caring for children in a babysitting/nanny setting. I have excellent references from local families as well as teacher colleagues. I hold a Masters of Reading Education, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. I have a car with a safe driving...
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Watertown, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
I have worked with kids for about four years. I worked as a preschool teacher for two summers in a row and have nannied for two wonderful girls in the past! In my spare time, I love to make art, read, and spend time outside! My skills include patience, organization, and understanding. I love working with kids because they can...
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Watertown, MA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Greetings potential employers; as a mom of six myself, I have solid experience in the many facets of caring for the needs of the little ones so precious to us. My experience is consistent with Lots-of-Love and patience while tending to multiple infants/toddlers (both twins and triplets), feedings and food preparation, diaper...
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Experienced And Loving Babysitter Looking For Full-Time Opportunity

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
Responsible babysitter with experience in early childhood education. Fluent in Mandarin, willing to teach Mandarin and Chinese culture. Skilled in creating educational and engaging activities while prioritizing children's safety. Enjoys cooking healthy food. Trusted by parents, affectionate toward all cared-for...

Care Member says "Julie is amazing with our son and he loves spending time with her. I don’t know where we’d be without her and her exceptional care. "

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Responsible Smile Guardian

Lexington, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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Hello, I'm Qinqiong, you can call me Juliet. I hold a bachelor's degree in China. I have 6 years of experience in caring for children, 2017 to 2022 in China and 2023 in the US. I looked after children aged from 5 months to 12 years, totaling over 50 kids, include independently managing children's daily lives, playing with them,...

Jen B. says "Excellent job with my needy puppy. She was patient and understanding of her needs. Definitely will use again."

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Super Experienced Sitter

Arlington, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
I have watched and cared for children of all ages, from real little ones to older elementary and adolescents. I have a masters in counseling/psychology from Lesley University and a Bachelors of Art in Elementary Education from Lasell College. I have about 20 years of work experience with children that exhibit challenging...
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Child Care Provider/Educator/Personal Chef

Jamaica Plain, MA

4.4(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Hello! I am looking for a full or part-time position in which I might support your family with both childcare/teaching and cooking, or just one or the other. I have a Masters in Education with 30 years experience teaching 4-10-year-old children in schools and summer programs; I spent many years as well caring for toddlers in...

Lydia S. says "We worked with Susan for a year when she took care of our three children two days a week for before and after school care. Susi was wonderful with our...

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Baby-Sitter & Tutor ~ Love Children!

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hello! My name is Sabrina! I live in Boston, MA. I have a Bachelors degree in Journalism & Business. I graduated from college with Honors and was Salutatorian of my high school class. I tutor children on mainly core subjects. I know ASL as well and have performed with the San Diego Symphony and have taught children's ASL classes...

Martha S. says "Sabrina is friendly, caring, and professional. She is a wonderful teacher and my kids loved having her work with them. She is great at planning...

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Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I'm from Mexico and I hope to be your new nanny. I'm currently working in a family daycare. Sometimes we go to the aquarium and the children's museum, the library, the park and a local free playgroup where we do arts and crafts projects together. We also play at home reading books, dancing and exploring the house. We sing songs...

Tara H. says "Fernanda has been with our family for a year and we're so happy with all she's done to support our daughter's development (walking, talking including...

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Experienced Early Childhood Educator Seeking A Position As Nanny/Household Manager

Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hola! My name is Julissa. I have been an Early Childhood Educator for over 16 years and love playing with and teaching little ones! For the past 12 years, I have been an Infant/Toddler Teacher and I am also a proud mother of 3 children. As a teacher, I manage a classroom of 8-9 children by sticking to a daily routine,...

Lisa C. says "Julissa was my nanny for three years and is absolutely great! She is very kind and caring as well as easy to reach at all times, punctual and responsible. I...

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Part-time Pre-school/Elementary Tutor Available

Brighton, MA

5.0(0)
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$75/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm Elaina, and I am looking for summer tutoring opportunities for elementary-aged learners. I have a BA in Psychology from Hendrix College and an ME in Elementary Education from Lesley University, and have been an elementary classroom teacher since February of 2023. I also have years of experience with children in various...
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Target Teaching Is Tantamount To Scholar Success

Newtonville, MA

5.0(1)
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$65/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of experience tutoring (K-12 and College Level) and 3 years teaching in a classroom setting (Algebra). I have a Masters degree in Secondary Education Mathematics and I am able to modify lessons for the individual scholar. I continuously encourage each scholar to achieve more than they thought they could....

Clyde A. says "Loise does a great job tutoring my kid. She helps him work on his math homework. Loise makes sure he understands his math homework and let him solve the...

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Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm a recent graduate of MIT where I studied mathematics. I have many years of experience as a math and science tutor. I was teaching assistant at MIT for three years, as well as a math mentor for middle school girls for the past year. In high school, I tutored for math, science, and English comprehension, as well as SSAT...

Nicholas C. says "I highly recommend Sophie! She is a wonderful tutor, extremely communicative and makes her student feel comfortable."

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Childcare/Tutor/Cook

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
Hello! I am looking for a position in which I might support your family with childcare, tutoring and/or cooking. I have a Masters in Education with 30 years experience teaching 5-12-year-old children in schools and summer programs. My particular areas of skill are the language and visual arts. I spent many years as well caring...
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MSN

Charlestown, MA

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
10 years experience
I am a former teacher and higher ed professional with 12 years experience. I have a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education and Psychology and a Masters in Special Education. I had experience as a TA and tutor in biology and statistics.
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ELA Specialist. College Selection Coach..

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$75/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am in BOSTON I have a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction. My teaching experience is as follows: 3 Northeastern University as an Adjunct Lecturer in the Law Department; 4 years in Boston Public Schools grades 6-12 ELA, volunteer as ELL, and currently part-time in Special Ed. I love teaching, especially reading and writing....

Care Member says "I am so happy with Lisa as my daughter’s tutor. She is kind, patient, and very knowledgeable. She really helped improve My daughter's reading and...

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Experienced Teacher Offering Academic, Creative, And Performance Lessons

Dorchester, MA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
8 years experience
I earned my master's degree from Emerson College in Theatre Education. Priorly, I earned my bachelor's degree from Lebanon Valley College in English Literature and Secondary Education, where I graduated with departmental honors and Magna Cum Laude. I am certified to teach Theatre (all levels) and English (5th-12th) in the state...

Care Member says "Rachel was my student teacher when I was in high school- she was engaging, enthusiastic, and creative. Her dedication and passion were evident through...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of October 2026

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Watertown, MA

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

Xiangyang C.

Julie is amazing with our son and he loves spending time with her. I don’t know where we’d be without her and her exceptional care.

- Care member

Qinqiong X.

Excellent job with my needy puppy. She was patient and understanding of her needs. Definitely will use again.

- Jen B.

Susan A.

We worked with Susan for a year when she took care of our three children two days a week for before and after school care. Susi was...

- Lydia S.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Watertown, MA

The average cost for a reading tutor in Watertown, MA as of October 2026 is $23.67 per hour. Rates can vary based on the tutor’s experience, education level, and the type of support needed. Tutors with specialized training in literacy, early education, or learning differences may charge higher rates, while group sessions or recurring schedules may offer more consistent pricing.
Reading tutors in Watertown, MA help students develop key literacy skills such as phonics, vocabulary, reading fluency, and comprehension. Depending on the child’s needs, tutors may focus on early reading fundamentals, improving confidence, or helping with school assignments and test preparation. Sessions are often tailored to the student’s grade level and learning style.
To find a good reading tutor in Watertown, MA, many parents compare profiles based on experience, teaching approach, and reviews from other families. It’s helpful to ask about the tutor’s methods, familiarity with your child’s curriculum, and experience working with similar age groups. Scheduling an initial session can also help determine if the tutor is a good fit.
Parents in Watertown, MA often consider hiring a reading tutor when a child is struggling with reading skills, falling behind in school, or lacking confidence. Early support can help build strong foundational skills, while older students may benefit from targeted help with comprehension or academic performance. Tutors can also support children who simply want to advance their reading abilities.
Many reading tutors in Watertown, MA have experience supporting students with learning differences such as dyslexia or attention challenges. Some tutors specialize in structured literacy approaches or individualized learning plans. It’s important to ask about a tutor’s experience and training to ensure they can effectively support your child’s specific needs.
Before hiring a reading tutor in Watertown, MA, consider asking about their teaching experience, approach to instruction, and familiarity with your child’s grade level. You may also want to discuss goals, expected progress, and how sessions will be structured. Understanding how the tutor tracks improvement and communicates updates can help ensure a successful experience.

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