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Kristy A.

Hi, I'm Kristy!

Rutherford, NJ

5.0(1)
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$100/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am currently a full-time teacher in the Harrison Public School district and have been teaching for over 10 years. I also revise curriculum for my district and am the lead Kindergarten teacher for my grade-level. I have attained my MAT degree in Early Childhood Education and am trained in Orton Gillingham by the Dyslexia...

Helen R. says "Kristy has done a wonderful job tutoring my son. He fell behind during the pandemic and wasn't able to catch up with just the virtual learning model....

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Keaira D.

Tutor And Sitter

Maplewood, NJ

4.0(0)
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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hey there! My name is Keaira, and I am a current Biology major attending St. John's University. I am a full-time Surgical Prosthodontist Assistant, and I am also a part time STEM tutor. I have experience in all aspects of the STEM field, and have experience in tutoring students between grades K-12.
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Valerie C.

Belleville, NJ

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Valerie. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I've listed some of my qualifications and would be happy to discuss any others or any questions you have. * Certified K-8 teacher/special education teacher/masters in education * Certified trained in Orton Gillingham reading program * 18 years...

Chinwe E. says "I hired Valerie late 2019 to early 2020. She worked with my then 3year old daughter, who had mild speech delay. She was good with her, very attentive,...

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Yafrany G.

Patient, Caring And Fun Teacher At Your Service!

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello mommies, daddies, and caregivers! I'm Frannie, a 33-year-old bilingual, 4th grade teacher. I've been a teacher for 7 years now with experience from grades 2 to 4. Prior to teaching, I nannied and tutored. I have tutored for both language arts and mathematics. The children I have tutored have ranged from kindergarten...

Audrey G. says "In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she is willing to...

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Brianna C.

Fun Tutor With Great Results!

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have an Associates Degree in Early-childhood Education and Child Psychology, and my bachelor's degree in the same two majors with a 3. 9 GPA. I have 6+ years of tutoring and daycare teaching experience. I also offer full homeschool sessions! I'm a positive, patience and understanding teacher for children of all ages. Do you...

Care Member says "She’s patient and dedicated! "

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Coco B.

Cranford, NJ

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have been blessed with over 10 years of experience as a K-6 Elementary Classroom Teacher across a wide range of settings. Since transitioning from the classroom in 2020, I have had the incredible opportunity to work directly with families in their homes providing virtual learning support and fully customized homeschool...
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Katie N.

Teacher/Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Summit, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Katie. I'm a 30-year-old female living and working in Brooklyn. For the past year, I was working at an after-school arts program. Currently I tutor children with special needs in one-to-one settings while I am finishing my masters. I would like to be a teacher/caregiver since I enjoy working with children in a...
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Alison A.

About Me

Springfield, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'm a very young at heart mother of 6 with 2 grandchildren of my own. Have always had a great relationship and bond with children. I've taught and tutored over the years. Love the spirit of children as well as their curiosity. I am very reliable as well as creative. I love reading , painting, doing crafts and of course...
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Evena F.

Happy And Outgoing

Bloomfield, NJ

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Skills Meal preparation Childcare Patience Classroom management Public Speaking Recreational activities Communication Lesson Plans Experience April 2020 - July 2020 Babysitter- Maplewood NJ Coordinated different type of activities to enhance physicaland intellectual development fo the child. Balanced playtime and limited screen...
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Kira A.

Enthusiastic Babysitter

Clifton, NJ

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
My name is Kira. I am 18 and I've accumulated hundreds of hours watching, reading to, tutoring, and caring for children 3-12 and some special needs children. I do especially well with autistic children or children with Aspergers. I've helped with birthday parties and am talented in keeping children entertained. I love what I do...
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Leonor B.

Summit, NJ

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
I like working with children because I can teach them and I can help with some homework. I like that children are always learning something like reading, or play with things they can learn. I am a person that I do not agree that children spend time playing in the computer because I believe that children are lonely, I like that...
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Edwina G.

Full Or Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny And Mother's Helper

Pine Brook, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Thanks to my two older sisters and twin sister, I have over 10 years of experience as a mother's helper/babysitter. I have a total of five nieces and six nephews and I've had the privilege of taking care of each and every one of them at some point, whether it be feeding, changing, bathing, reading, helping with homework, or...
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Cynthia G.

Experienced Babysitter Ready To Care For You!

Newark, NJ

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Cynthia, and I'm an experienced babysitter who's passionate about caring for children. With over 5 years of experience, I specialize in looking after children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I've been babysitting and pet-sitting since I was 16, and I've developed strong skills in keeping kids entertained,...
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Lindsay R.

Livingston, NJ

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Lindsay and I offer both babysitting and tutoring services for families seeking a reliable, nurturing, and educational caregiver. With 5+ years of experience working with children of all ages, I create a safe, fun, and structured environment that encourages creativity and learning. I specialize in: -Engaging activities...
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Kim G.

Reliable, Respectable, And Responsible Babysitter

Montclair, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
Hi, Mommy's/ Daddy's! Looking for a fun and reliable nanny? Search no further, because I am ready for the job. With over eight years of experience in nanny and daycare roles, I will step in and make an immediate positive contribution to the lives of you and your children. Are seeking someone who can take nanny requests at a...
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Alexandria T.

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weekdays

Caldwell, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Ali and I am 26 years old. I am currently working as a special education paraprofessional in North Caldwell. I have tutored and babysat children of all ages. I love animals. I enjoy outside activities and reading!
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Daisy L.

About Me

Clifton, NJ

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$27/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello, I am 28 years old with a degree in Molecular biology, I attended Montclair State University. I am fluent in both English/Spanish. My nieces and nephews were my starting point to what caused me to love working with kids. That then lead me to work at a school where my sister currently teaches. I love arts and crafts,...
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Michelle A.

Responsible And Dedicated Childcare Professional

Roselle Park, NJ

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello Families! I'm Michelle, a passionate childcare professional with experience in various roles, such as babysitter, paraprofessional in a classroom preschool and volunteer work with toddlers. I have a bachelor's degree in Communications from Kean University, as well as a Nanny Certificate and CPR/First Aid certification. I'm...
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Llarsania G.

Wallington, NJ

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Llarsania, and I'm a passionate and reliable babysitter with a diverse cultural background. Born and raised in the U. S. with Dominican and Puerto Rican roots, I bring warmth, creativity, and a global perspective to my babysitting work. Recently I worked as an Assistant English Teacher in Spain and am...
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Alexa M.

Pine Brook, NJ

2.5(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for over 15 years for children of all ages. I started as a camp counselor and then became a lead preschool teacher for four years. I was in the infant and toddler classrooms. I also have experience with older children as well while working in two public schools. I am fully vaccinated! I have my own...

Alecia B. says "Alexa applied for our part time Position but was looking for more full time hours. We wish her luck."

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.14/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

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

Reading Tutors in West Orange, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Kristy A.

Kristy has done a wonderful job tutoring my son. He fell behind during the pandemic and wasn't able to catch up with just the virtual...

- Helen R.

Valerie C.

I hired Valerie late 2019 to early 2020. She worked with my then 3year old daughter, who had mild speech delay. She was good with her, very...

- Chinwe E.

Yafrany G.

In order for tutoring/education to be effective, she truly believes it is necessary to develop a relationship with her students. Also, she...

- Audrey G.

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 $25.14 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 7 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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