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Samantha K.

Elementary/Middle School Reading Tutor

West Hartford, CT

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Throughout my time in the education field I have worked at both the elementary and middle school level teaching fundamental reaching skills. This includes reading comprehension, word recall, and fluency. I have experience with the Wilson and Foundations Reading programs as well. I have a range of experience working with general...
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Shannon K.

Tutor

West Hartford, CT

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Shannon and I'm a recent graduate from the Walker School. I am currently enrolled as a double major in musical theater and political science at the Hartt School at the University of Hartford. In the past I have been a year round babysitter and tutor, as well as a seasonal nanny. I have experience with all ages of...
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Julia O.

West Hartford, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
As a certified PK-4 teacher in the state of Pennsylvania, I am not only highly aware of the standards and objectives that students face in the public school setting, but I am always interested and excited to help students grown beyond the typical requirements of a standard classroom. Over my four years of teaching in...
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Jacquelyn M.

Certified Teacher Looking For Tutoring Opportunities In The Summer

West Hartford, CT

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$22/hr
7 years experience
I am an elementary special education teacher in West Hartford. I am looking for summer tutoring opportunities to earn some extra money. If it is a good fit this can possible extend into the fall.
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Hannah S.

Flexible Tutor!

West Hartford, CT

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hi, my name is Hannah and I am a college graduate from the University of New Hampshire. I graduated with a B. S in neuroscience and behavior and a minor in psychology. I received magna cum lade honors in college and was in the top 10% of my grade in high school. I have tons of experience working with kids and tutoring students...
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Maria C.

Literacy Tutor

West Hartford, CT

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$40/hr
9 years experience
Hi , my name is Maria! I am a certified special education and elementary education teacher. Currently, I am a literacy and mathematics associate instructor at an elementary school. I specialize in small group instruction and modify and differentiate my instruction as the lessons progress. On the first day, I will administer a...
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Nicola N.

West Hartford, CT

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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hey! I'm a college student in West Hartford, looking to work part time and I would love to work with your Kids and provide them with a safe environment. I'd describe my personality as caring, patient and loving. I like working with kids as I have also babysit my neighbor's child mostly since he was a toddler till he was 5 years...
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Emma D.

Fun Babysitter Seeking Summer Job (potential To Be Ongoing)

West Hartford, CT

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$24/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
meal prep
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Hi I'm Emma! I'm a senior at Smith College, coming back to West Hartford to get a masters degree in Early Childhood Education. I have been working with kids for nearly 9 years. I have worked as a tutor, summer school T. A., daycare T. A., babysitter, nanny, and camp counselor. I have experience with all ages, but have most...
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Eliza M.

Babysitter

West Hartford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
COVID Update: I have been living in CT with my family for the winter working remote, I will be moving back to DC full time May 1st and will be fully vaccinated at that time. Hi! I'm Eliza, I live in Washington DC and work at an Environmental Health and Safety consulting firm in Communications. I enjoy date night and weekend...
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Mishaela L.

Meet Mishaela

Farmington, CT

5.0(0)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Mishaela! I am 26 years old. I have my bachelors degree in Early Childhood/Special Education from Arizona State University and my Masters degree. I have been babysitting for 10+ years, worked at a daycare as a summer job through all 4 years of college, been a full time nanny for a 6-month-old baby, and I have taught...
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Melinda R.

Spirited, Fun, Reliable, Outgoing Care Taker!

Berlin, CT

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! Let me briefly introduce myself, My name is Melinda and I am 27 years old. I live in East Hampton, CT and currently finishing my Social Work Degree. While in school I have been very fortunate to work and create wonderful relationships with many wonderful families providing my services being either a Nanny or Babysitter....

Andrea L. says "Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly bonded with both...

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Marisa L.

Outgoing And Upbeat Sitter!

Wethersfield, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I have a lot of experience, starting at age 12, working with many different children! I have worked in classroom's, kid's camps, and churches. Since I was 12, I started babysitting for multiple different families. All of these families had varying numbers of children I was caring for at a time, and children of various...

Chelsea I. says "Marisa was our first non-family babysitter and her demeanor and approach to playing with our toddler instantly put us at ease! She kept the schedule we...

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Dianne R.

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Weatogue, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
I have years of experience as a teacher and mom, starting as a head day care teach in NY. After moving to CT, to raise a family, I worked with children who had learning differences for 12 years, and now substitute teach. I am fully vaccinated, boosted, and stay physically fit. I took the CPR and first aid class at the Red Cross....

Care Member says "Dianne is amazing. She is responsible, honest, and very kind. She can play a make believe game with one child, while building a serious road for monster...

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Amy R.

Dependable, Punctual, And Kind Nanny Available Now!

Windsor, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
As a childcare worker for over a decade I started off working in Public Schools as a Before/After School Program Leader along with working as a STEM teacher in summer camp. Next I worked in daycares as both a Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher and as a Floating Teacher. Most recently I was a Math/Reading Interventionist, giving...

Care Member says "Amy is super friendly and dependable. Our son adores her and my husband and I feel our son is in the best care while with Amy. Highly recommended as a...

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Dianne R.

Weatogue, CT

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a degree in education and psychology. I have been a substitute teacher after having been employed as a resource tutor (working with children who have learning differences) for over 12 years, with the Farmington school system. I am comfortable tutoring elementary school age children.
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Amber R.

Newington, CT

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Amber and I'm a student at Montclair State University studying Psychology in hopes to become a school guidance counselor! My love of children comes from my experience working with them throughout the summers as a lifeguard at my home pool in Connecticut. I have served as a lifeguard for six years and supervisor at...
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Catherine M.

Reliable, Fun Babysitter!

Berlin, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Cathy and I would love to be your child's/ children's new babysitter! I'd love to take care of your child, making sure they are safe and feel relaxed and comfortable with me. I love to read, play, do crafts, outside play, anything that will make them happy! I have 30 yrs experience taking care of over 40 children...
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Catherine D.

Experienced Certified Teacher Who Makes Connections To Students

Newington, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 32 years of teaching experience in a variety of grades and content areas. My focus in Language Arts/English (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking) and am very knowledgeable with state standards. These same standards can be taught and practiced in Social Studies/History. Most of my career was spent in middle school, but I...
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Rachael C.

Rocky Hill, CT

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Rachael, and I'm a fourth-year medical student with extensive babysitting experience and a strong passion for working with children of all ages. I'm energetic, patient, and love engaging kids in activities like arts and crafts, reading, and outdoor play. I'm also happy to assist with homework, meal prep, or...
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Vanesa S.

Tutor Assistance

Newington, CT

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I am a senior in college this year, I have completed all of the core requirements and am actively working on research projects. I have tutored college statistics courses and have been part of a writing center on campus. In high school I completed multiple AP courses including AP US History, AP English, and AP Government.
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.11/hr as of June 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in West Hartford, CT

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

Melinda R.

Melinda is an amazing babysitter that wish I would have found earlier. She came to our family after having a bad experience and instantly...

- Andrea L.

Marisa L.

Marisa was our first non-family babysitter and her demeanor and approach to playing with our toddler instantly put us at ease! She kept the...

- Chelsea I.

Dianne R.

Dianne is amazing. She is responsible, honest, and very kind. She can play a make believe game with one child, while building a serious road...

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in West Hartford, CT

Hiring a local reading tutor in West Hartford, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $23.11 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 9 reading tutors in West Hartford, CT. You can search for candidates by their distance from West Hartford 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 West Hartford 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 West Hartford 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 West Hartford, CT, 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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