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I have around 3 years of experience with kids between 0 - 14 years old. I love handcrafts, playing with kids, walking and reading with them. I speak Spanish and English, I would love to teach them Spanish.
I love pets, I have my own car.
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"She is the best! My kids love her and request to spend more time with her. She is engaged in playing/ reading with them but also manages to help with snacks/meals and always leaves our space better than she...
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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....
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"Lisa is amazing, as an advocate and a tutor. My son is about to graduate high school, but needed some assistance with his work and some encouragement. Lisa provided both. We also need someone to advocate...
Reviewed by Leslie L.
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Hello. I have worked for families with children of different ages - from infants to toddlers. I love children, so I give them all my heart, and they can feel my affection. My goal is to provide stimulation in their development in a warm, loving, and safe environment. I have a very friendly, kind, and warm personality. I have...
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"Lida took care of our 3 month old son and provided wonderful service. She is highly dependable, thoughtful, and caring."
Reviewed by James S.
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Hello! My name is Rachel R. I have been caring for children since I was a teen, but have been teaching art professionally in Boston Public Schools for over 10 years. I am currently taking a break from teaching full time and will be starting a part time adjunct position in the fall. I have years of experience with children with...
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"Rachel is our part time babysitter for around 2 months. She is very responsible and easy to work with. Just like others said she has the thing that kids just love! My son loves playing with her and always asks...
Reviewed by Mutian R.
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Hi, my name is Rae-Anna, I love school and am currently in my senior year of high school. I am 18 years old. This past year my GPA was a 4.0 all year, I love math and sciences the most, but all subjects interest me. I am currently out of school, my school year has ended and I will be graduating in May of 2013.
Lexi B.
Brighton, MA
$30-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi! I am a patient and reliable graduate student who has a passion for teaching. I have three years of experience as a Teaching Assistant at Ithaca College, as well as 1 year of experience tutoring a third grader through remote learning. My teaching spans all ages - elementary through college aged students - and is bolstered by...
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"Kind, patient, thoughtful, and dedicated are just a few of the many possible attributes to choose from that define Lexi.
Lexi spent the 2020/21 school year in our home providing educational support to our...
Reviewed by Lynne R.
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Hi! My name is Megan and I am a research tech who loves spending time and caring for kids. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13 and have loved being able to continue outside my 9-5. Since graduating from Boston College in May 2022, I work in biomedical research at the Whitehead Institute in Cambridge. I am CPR/ First...
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"We hired Megan to watch our children so we could have a night out. She was very sweet and patient with my children. She was understanding of my daughter's special needs, and she was able to get both kids to bed...
Reviewed by Jessica K.
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I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated tutor who loves working with kids. I am an elementary school special education teacher in Concord. While I currently work with fourth grade students I also have extensive experience tutoring students from kindergarten through sixth grade. I am about to finish my 21st year at my school.
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"Beth has worked with one of my son's for the last several years. He has dyslexia and actually Beth was the first person to figure out what his reading problem was. She has been incredibly helpful, whether it...
Reviewed by Heather B.
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My name is Cassia . I am from Brazil. I am dynamic, my greatest passion is caring, giving love and affection to children. I have experience and reference. I like to encourage reading, this is fundamental to the development of the child. I do not have a beautiful voice to sing, but I like to teach rhythmic songs, I find the...
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"Cassia became part of our family when she cared for my special needs son and later my typically developing daughter. Cassia is bilingual and can teach children Portuguese and English. The thing that immediately...
Reviewed by Taylor S.
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After college, through work as a poet/teacher, I became skilled at engaging elementary through middle school students based on their developmental needs. Later, when I had my own daughter, I relished her daily changes and new words, read to her constantly, and loved making her laugh. It has been a privilege to help her grow into...
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"Karen was a great candidate for our position. In the end, we did not hire her but it was a very close decision. Karen loves the outdoors and is passionate about the environment. Also her ability to provide a...
Reviewed by Jose Anabell J.
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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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Hi! I'm Rachel. I'm a licensed Reading Specialist with a Masters in Reading. I love to motivate students and create lessons that are fun, engaging, & meaningful! I have a passion for teaching reading online and have completed 1000+ online sessions with K-2nd grade students. I use an Orton Gillingham approach and align lessons...
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"I couldn't ask for anyone better! Rachel has all that it takes to virtually teach! She has been amazing! The education she carries behind her definitely shows. She is so very well organized, has great resources...
Reviewed by Amber K.
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Hello! To know a little about me, I have been an English, Math, and Art tutor since middle school. In eighth grade, I volunteered to teach kids how to read at my local library. In high school, I tutored middle and elementary students in Math, English, and History, and I also was the president of my high school's academic team....
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"Ayo is a great tutor and helped my son concur his multiplication tables."
Reviewed by Tanya R.
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I have tutored Elementary School and Middle School students in all subjects for many years. I use games and art to help kids remember patterns and strategies. My experience in dance and theatre education, as well as gymnastics coaching, informs my teaching methods with much success.
I have also helped High School students with...
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Hi! I'm a 3rd (almost 4th) year medical student at BU and 2020 Duke grad. I'm looking for intermittent, flexible work to help pay for school expenses.
I love playing sports, cooking, & reading. Not a huge TV girl, I enjoy coming up with activities to occupy kids outside of tv . Previous families describe me as imaginative,...
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"Noelle was wonderful with our 6 month old son and 4 year old niece. I highly recommend her to any family looking for a fun, upbeat, friendly and nurturing caregiver."
Reviewed by Corinne A.
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**Please note I'm only available evenings and weekends at the moment.**
Are you seeking a reliable & experienced babysitter for your children? Look no further!
Hi, I'm Maddie, a seasoned babysitter with 10 years of experience. As a compassionate, patient & attentive caregiver, I prioritize the safety, well-being, & happiness...
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"We had Maddie watch our 1.5yo during the day and we really liked her. She was very good at communicating and I appreciated that she was reliable. My little guy had fun with her!"
Reviewed by Megan I.
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Hi! Through working at a Montessori School for two years I fell in love with seeing children learn! I enjoy seeing children thrive in a beautiful and prepared environment. Nature walks, sensory play and arts and crafts are among some of my favorite activities to do with children. I have experience teaching: Spanish,...
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"She was excellent with our 9 month old: attentive, careful, engaging. Would definitely hire her again. And so should you."
Reviewed by Dany B.
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Hello, I love working with children and have been caring for and teaching children for over 10 years now. I am a licensed teacher in Massachusetts, licensed to teach elementary school, middle school science, and I'm currently working to earn my ESL license at graduate school part time (while working as a full time ESL teacher...
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"Helen took care of our daughter of 11 months for two evenings in a row while we were in Boston for holidays. She is very careful and professional."
Reviewed by Lieselot V.
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I am an experienced educator, tutor, nanny and mother of three successful grown children. I ONLY PROVIDE CHILDCARE/TUTOR CHILDREN AGE 3+. I have a B. A. in English (Smith and Dartmouth Colleges), and MA in Education (Boston College and Harvard Graduate School of Education) and have completed all coursework to be a certified MA...
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"Nan is a very dedicated, creative and passionate caregiver. Our children adore her. She always shows up with a plan for the day with books, projects and meets the kids where they are. She plays and engages them...
Reviewed by Karen M.
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My goal is to provide a positive and successful educational tutoring experience for K-5 students. I love teaching children and helping them to grow in knowledge and the ability to solve problems. My strengths are asking questions to facilitate learning or encouraging students to overcome a challenge. Children thrive on positive...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in West Newton, MA
Andrea O.
5.0
She is the best! My kids love her and request to spend more time with her. She is engaged in playing/ reading with them but also manages to help with snacks/meals and always leaves our space better than she found it. She has been working with us for 5 months and I recommend her highly without...
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Lisa M.
5.0
Ms Lisa knows how to tutor the kids by tailoring their interest and level. She is one of the best teachers to work with.
- Qiqing W.
Lydija P.
5.0
Lydija is the most wonderful person. She was helping us with our son from around 12-17 months. Always punctual, caring and able to help, we knew our son was in great hands with Lydija!
- Niels V.
Rachel R.
5.0
Rachel is our part time babysitter for around 2 months. She is very responsible and easy to work with. Just like others said she has the thing that kids just love! My son loves playing with her and always asks when he will see her again. She is really energetic with the kids, also really cautious -...
- Mutian R.
Lexi B.
5.0
Kind, patient, thoughtful, and dedicated are just a few of the many possible attributes to choose from that define Lexi.
Lexi spent the 2020/21 school year in our home providing educational support to our son while our local schools were virtual. She approached our son on his level and built a...
- Lynne R.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in West Newton, MA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in West Newton, MA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in West Newton, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $26.20 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 West Newton, MA?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in West Newton, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from West Newton 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 Newton that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in West Newton, MA?
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 Newton 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 West Newton, MA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in West Newton, MA, 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 West Newton, MA 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.