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Alexandra L.
Westfield, NJ
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a recent graduate of the University of Toronto, Canada's top university, and have an Honors BA in English and Art History. I am currently a professional tutor at a learning center, where I teach elementary school level English, Reading, and Math, as well as test prep for the ACT and SAT. I am patient and caring, and am...
4.0
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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...
5.0
"Indrani has been with my family for several years. I highly recommend her! She is reliable, dependable, more than punctual (usually early in fact), a good driver who has taken my kids to school and after school...
Reviewed by MIRIAM J.
5.0
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Hi I'm Cassie, I have been caring for children for about 6 years. I give a fun approach while keeping things in order. I love teaching children new things, reading to them, and helping them explore the world. Past families I have worked for I have helped with homework, read to children, played games with them, driven to...
5.0
"Cassie is great with my kids. She plays with them the whole time & is fully engaged with them. They love having her over!"
Reviewed by Cherise M.
5.0
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I have been working with one family from Care. com since August 2018 and that job is coming to an end this August. I have been a full time ABA therapist for a now 5-year-old child with down syndrome as well as her 7-year-old sister. I have been caring for children as a nanny since the age of 12. I have cared for families with...
5.0
"Melissa cared for our special needs child for several years, managing her daily schedule, development, therapies (and specialty therapists), feeding, and education. She helped our child obtain valuable skills...
Reviewed by Chad H.
Mariana P.
Plainfield, NJ
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced And Compassionate Educator Offering Personalized Care And Learning Support
5.0
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I'm a creative, caring, upbeat teacher. I graduated with a focus on children. I'm very passionate about my job. My favorite activities with kids are: reading, music, arts and crafts, and sports. I do tutoring as well.
5.0
"I have seen first hand just how wonderful Mariana is with kids and know how passionate she is about teaching. Friendly demeanor and genuine personality I would highly recommend."
Reviewed by Stephanie Z.
5.0
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I'd describe my personality as energetic, responsible and warm.
I like working with kids because I see them as little interesting people, the way their minds work is intriguing. They are also very honest.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to also be a part time student.
I started working with kids when I was 10 and my...
5.0
"Solay was an amazing babysitter. I am my younger brother's guardian and she took great care of him. She even helped out around the house knowing that I have a lot
of things on my plate. She is so considerate...
Reviewed by Macy P.
Sherese P.
Newark, NJ
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Loving Childcare Provider Who Loves To Read And Enjoy Outdoor Activities
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Sherese is an excellent caregiver. She is punctual, reliable, communicative, caring and responsible. Sherese has a calm, patient and gentle nature. I highly recommend her."
Reviewed by Alexandra G.
Jason S.
Springfield, NJ
$50/hr • 10 yrs exp
NJ Certified Teacher With Over 20 Years Of Experience Working With Children Of All Ages
5.0
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I have over 20 years of experience working with children and students of all ages and abilities in many different environments including public school, private school, elementary school, middle school, high school, religious school and camp. I have State of New Jersey issued certificates in Elementary Education, Special...
5.0
"I have worked with Jason for over 3 years now. He has proven himself to be an honest, loyal and trustworthy person. He works well with children and gets along wonderful with his peers.
Not only have I worked...
Reviewed by Justine T.
Brianna C.
Millburn, NJ
$80/hr • 10 yrs exp
Elementary Tutor, Specializing In Math, Science, Technology, And Engineering!
5.0
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I have been in education for over eight years. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education (K-6 all subjects) and iSTEM, with specializations in K-8 Science, Math, and K-12 Technology/Engineering. I have two Master's Degrees; one in Educational Technology and one in Administration. I am punctual, patient, reliable,...
5.0
"Brianna was a tutor with our middle schooler this Spring. From the beginning, her professional and positive approach helped my son improve academically. Brianna helped him organize his assignments and break...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(2)
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Hi everyone! Teaching and caring for children is both my passion and my purpose. Working as an Elementary School Teacher for the past 7 years, plus over 10 years of childcare experience has opened my eyes and heart to children's needs-- academically, socially, and emotionally. I absolutely love my job and wish to broaden its...
Tamisha W.
Hillside, NJ
$10-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Tutor/Mentor Who Wants Your Kids To Do Well In School And Life
5.0
(3)
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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.
5.0
(2)
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Hi everyone! Teaching and caring for children is both my passion and my purpose. Working as an Elementary School Teacher for the past 7 years, plus over 10 years of childcare experience has opened my eyes and heart to children's needs-- academically, socially, and emotionally.
I absolutely love what I do and wish to broaden...
5.0
"Corinne has done an outstanding job as a home educator for our family. She is a consummate professional, who loves children and teaching. Her commitment, dedication and love of our twin daughters has helped...
Reviewed by Darryl H.
Tayla B.
Hillside, NJ
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm used to caring for more than one child at a time, preparing meals, helping with homework, giving baths, reading stories and putting children to sleep. I'm also fully vaccinated with booster and CPR/First Aid Certified.
5.0
"Tayla was WONDERFUL. We're so happy we hired her. She was punctual, extremely responsible to messages prior to babysitting and most importantly, our second grade son really liked her.
We'll definitely be using...
Reviewed by Christy E.
5.0
(2)
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Hello! Thank you for taking the time to read this. I am a certified teacher for grades k-8 with 7+ years in child care/education. Kids are my absolute favorite because they're always honest and see things for what they really are. With me, your kids are in safe hands as I treat all my students/kids with nothing but kindness and...
5.0
"Yasmin is absolutely wonderful. She's always on time, attentive with the kids, and makes sure they're always having a good time. She taught my kids some Spanish phrases and some Spanish dances. I would...
Reviewed by Allison R.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 use a mixture of traditional and new teaching methods to...
Reviewed by Audrey G.
Victoria C.
Colonia, NJ
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I'm Victoria! I am 25 years old and have been babysitting since I was 13. I have worked in daycare for two years and I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have experience with ages 3 mos. to 13 years and with up to four kids at a time. I believe a babysitter / nanny plays an important role in a child's life, I will always...
5.0
"I cannot say enough about Victoria! We LOVED her! She was our full-time babysitter for our two kids (3 and 6 years old). Victoria is extremely dependable and fit in with our family right away. She was always...
Reviewed by Theresa L.
5.0
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Hi! I am an incoming college student at UIUC - a top engineering and computer science university - where I am majoring in mechanical engineering and minoring in computer science. I am a straight-A student knowledgeable in most school subjects (including math up to Calculus II). I have received outstanding scores in standardized...
5.0
"Humble ,good listener and reliable."
Reviewed by Sharon P.
5.0
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I love working with kids! I am an Early Childhood education teacher. I would love to watch your little munchkin for you, and tutor if needed
5.0
"Very sweet with my boys. Always a few minutes early. She's saved me for this summer! Would absolutely think of her any time I need a babysitter."
Reviewed by Andrea K.
4.2
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I am a full time, professional nanny with 6 years of experience. I started caring for a 6-month-old and I have experience with children up to 15 years old!
I am very big on sensory play for the younger ages. Also, reading, singing, coloring, any fun learning activites to keep your child reaching milestones!
For the older...
5.0
"I can't say enough good things! From the very first day Jasmine met our children, she connected with them, and quickly developed a reliable routine that kept the kids happy, healthy, and engaged/ entertained....
Reviewed by Stephanie H.
5.0
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I am a Certified Teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education with over 30 years teaching experience in public education. My honors include Franklin School Teacher of the Year, NJ Governor's Recognition for Outstanding Teaching, Character Education Director and Greater Somerset County YMCA Leader. I have expertise in...
5.0
"JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed, knowledgeable, caring, and just an all-around fantastic...
Reviewed by David M.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Westfield, NJ
Indrani D.
5.0
Indrani has been with my family for several years. I highly recommend her! She is reliable, dependable, more than punctual (usually early in fact), a good driver who has taken my kids to school and after school activities without any issues, and trustworthy. My kids love her like a second mother and...
- MIRIAM J.
Cassandra T.
5.0
Cassie is great with my kids. She plays with them the whole time & is fully engaged with them. They love having her over!
- Cherise M.
Melissa B.
5.0
Melissa cared for our special needs child for several years, managing her daily schedule, development, therapies (and specialty therapists), feeding, and education. She helped our child obtain valuable skills and adapt to physical and developmental difficulties. Melissa was very accommodating and...
- Chad H.
Mariana P.
5.0
I have seen first hand just how wonderful Mariana is with kids and know how passionate she is about teaching. Friendly demeanor and genuine personality I would highly recommend.
- Stephanie Z.
Solay C.
5.0
Solay was an amazing babysitter. I am my younger brother's guardian and she took great care of him. She even helped out around the house knowing that I have a lot
of things on my plate. She is so considerate and got along very well with my brother.
- Macy P.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Westfield, NJ
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Westfield, NJ?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Westfield, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of May 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 Westfield, NJ?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Westfield, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Westfield 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 Westfield that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Westfield, NJ?
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 Westfield 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 Westfield, NJ?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Westfield, 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.
What types of reading tutors near me in Westfield, NJ 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.