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Latifa H.

West Orange, NJ

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$15/hr
I can help young kids struggling with math and English classes because I was a peer tutor at my high school and I passed both my Advanced Placement classes in these course.
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Ashley W.

Sweet Educator

West Orange, NJ

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$50/hr
9 years experience
I have tutored a 3-year-old who was reading before starting kindergarten, 5-year-old twins who needed assistance with reading, fourth grade all subjects, seventh grade all subjects and math ranging from elementary school to high school. I have a Masters in the Art of Teaching. I currently teach Kindergarten.
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Hailey A.

Engaging Study Helper

West Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am currently a student at the University of Rhode Island. I have three years of experience tutoring grades 3-12 and some college courses. I am proficient in mathematics and science, and can help improve critical thinking.
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Mikela A.

West Orange, NJ

3.0(0)
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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
My name is Mikela . I have 26-year-of experience babysitting and nanny I enjoy feeding the kids and play with them and reading and saying the ABC and counting teaching the color. I enjoy playing with kids kids give me joy when I playing with the kids I go down to there level on the floor I love to hear kids talk and laugh I make...
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Merry Jessica V.

I Am CHHA With 10 Years Of Experience Caring For Kids And Seniors, Keeping Them Safe And Happy

West Orange, NJ

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Patient Compassionate Reliable I like working with kids because I like helping them learn, grow, and feel happy and safe I'm looking for a job where I can help others, grow my skills, and make a positive impact I started working with kids when 10 Years ago, helping them learn, do homework, superse play, and keeping the...
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Jacqueline S.

West Orange, NJ

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a 36-year-old teacher from Pittsburgh, Pa and moved here recently for teaching. I have a master's degree in Elementary education. After getting my teaching certificate, I finished grad school at DePaul University and taught for 8 years in the chicago public school system. More recently, I decided to begin teaching...
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Deirdre P.

West Orange, NJ

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have been a West Orange resident for 20 years. My children were educated in the school system where I was a class Mom for years and a member of the PTA. I have been a substitute teacher in West Orange for the past 3 years serving both the elementary and middle school grades. My personality as entertaining, trustworthy and...
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Eszter A.

Child Care Provider

West Orange, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hello, My name is Eszter but my friends call me Eszti. I have been a full time Orthodontic assistant for over 20 years. I interact with kids of all ages on a daily basis, and I love it. I enjoy reading with kids, doing craft projects, puzzles and playing games. I have been a volunteer Sunday school teacher for over 10 years,...
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Maria R.

Babysitter

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Maria, I am 45 years old . I have a son 16years old. I am Covid vaccinated. I babysat since I was 23 years old , it is something I love to do. I have also experience working as an assistant teacher in Montessori schools , and one year working in a special School Hellen Keller in Uruguay. I like to play...

Laura B. says "Maria has been with us full time since December. Beyond being punctual and dependable she is truly caring and loves working with children. She and my...

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Sherese P.

Fun Loving Childcare Provider Who Loves To Read And Enjoy Outdoor Activities

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I am a special education teaching. Currently, working with 3rd graders. The past 2 years I taught 2nd grade. Prior to teaching I was a paraprofessional for 7 years. I enjoy working and caring for children. Prior experiences with families includes preparing meal, schedule play dates, assist with homework, and light housekeeping...

Alexandra G. says "Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle nature. I...

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Indrani D.

Babysitter/Nanny

Irvington, NJ

4.2(1)
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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
From 1995-2000, I was a stay at home mom with my son for five years. I taught him to read and write. From 2001-2007, I worked at an elementary school as a teacher's aide. From 2007-2008, I worked at a daycare center as a teacher and caretaker of 2 to 3-year-old toddlers. From 2008-2011, I worked at a preschool as a teacher and...

Care Member says "Indrani is absolutely amazing! She has been with our family for almost three years now. She is patient, good-hearted, and responsible. Our little one...

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Meghan K.

Funny, Certified Teacher W/ Tons Of Experience And Patience

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Taught public school grades 7-adult for for 12 years. Taught grades 3 thru college outside of public school setting. Member of Folger Shakespeare Workshop Professional Community, Lead Teacher for Non-Profit Prep Program, Pathways to College (5 years) - Coached HS Varsity Boys Soccer for 5 years - developed individual weight...

Shahid B. says "My daughter needed some help with English at school. I messaged a few tutors in the area and Meghan was the first one to respond. She listened to our...

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Karen M.

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$34/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
Hello lovely families! I am a certified teacher seeking a summer job. My career began when I taught preschool for three years. Two years in a head start program and one year in Hoboken. During that time, I primarily worked with Pre-k students ages 3-5years but also taught 2-year-olds. I also worked as an Instructional Coach for...

Rosalie T. says "Karen has been an amazing sitter for my 2 girls (ages 2 and 4). She used to work at their daycare as a teacher in the preschool room and she currently...

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Anna B.

Child Care

Harrison, NJ

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm Anna and I am a creative, reliable, energetic childcare provider and tutor with several years of experience supporting families with children, ages 6-16, in both the US and abroad.. I am also a children's author-illustrator, a children's rights advocate, and hold a Masters in Childhood Studies . I am available for...

Care Member says "Anna was so great with our daughter, tutoring her throughout middle school. She helped her organize her time and structure her studies. She was patient...

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Marla G.

Livingston, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
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Hello! I'm Marla, it's a pleasure to meet you! I'm energetic, extroverted, and love to explore and try new things! I have a B. S. in Economics, and an MBA in Supply Chain Management from Seton Hall University. My hobbies include traveling, reading, theatre and museums. I'm from Livingston NJ and have extensive childcare...

Jennifer S. says "My children absolutely love Marla. She has such an upbeat personality that is contagious. They enjoy spending time with her in my absence."

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Tatyana H.

Energetic Polite College Babysitter

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Tatyana! I am 25 years old and I have 5+ years of experience with babysitting/nannying, which also involved tutoring sometimes as well. I have my Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice and Masters of Public Administration, both from Rutgers University with Summa Cum Laude honors distinction. I am from Newark, NJ...

Balasia M. says "Tatyana has helped my child tremendously with Algebra. According to my son, she "makes learning fun" and always rewards him when he brings back good test...

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Star G.

Paterson, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Star. I am currently a public school teacher and nanny extraordinaire. . . I have previously worked at daycares, elementary schools, tutored and of course, I have been a nanny for several beautiful families. I have experience with newborns as young as 6 weeks old, toddlers, grade schoolers, preteens, and young...

Rose B. says "She has a passion for kids. She works well will all ages and temperaments. She is very energetic and always ready to lend a helping hand."

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Stephania G.

Tutor Available-All Year Round!!!

Caldwell, NJ

5.0(0)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I hope my profile finds you safe and well! My name is Stephania and I am a Special Education teacher and part-time tutor and sitter. I have worked with children ranging from the classroom to nannying, to tutoring in-home and virtually, day-care to camp counselor and everything in between! I consider myself to be patient,...
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Tamisha W.

Experienced Tutor/Mentor Who Wants Your Kids To Do Well In School And Life

Hillside, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a certified substitute teacher who's certified to teach Pre-K to 12th grade. I work in the New Jersey public school system and I love what I do. I also, mentor kids in my spare time.
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Kelli P.

Caring, Married, Mother Of 2 Adult Children,

Little Falls, NJ

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I was a stay at home mother of two children, while caring for my own children I cared for my friends baby for the first year of his life, in 2004 when my kids were in school I applied to Little Falls School #3 (3-4 grade) as a Lunch Aid/substitute School Secretary, in 2007 I applied to Little Falls School #2 as a Teachers Aide...

Natalie P. says "Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.89/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 4.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in West Orange, NJ

Reading Tutors in West Orange, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Maria R.

Maria has been with us full time since December. Beyond being punctual and dependable she is truly caring and loves working with children....

- Laura B.

Sherese P.

Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle...

- Alexandra G.

Indrani D.

Indrani is absolutely amazing! She has been with our family for almost three years now. She is patient, good-hearted, and responsible. Our...

- Care member

FAQs for finding reading tutors in West Orange, NJ

Hiring a local reading tutor in West Orange, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $25.89 per hour as of December 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 Orange, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from West Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange, 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.

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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