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60 reading tutors are listed in Westwood, MA
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 7 years
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Most of my tutoring or mentoring experience involves the arts. I have been a camp counselor for multiple summers and have participated in many educational activities with my campers. I am very passionate about teaching and helping children in any way that I can. Lots of my learning comes from hands-on experience, so I try to...
Fiona M.
Westwood, MA
$20-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a sophomore. I am majoring in elementary education as well as mathematics. I have experience in mostly all subjects involving math. I have taken Calculus, Algebra, Statistics, and Fundamentals of Mathematics.
Emily H.
Westwood, MA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Emily. Teaching is a passion of mine, seeing a students progress socially, emotionally, and academically is so rewarding. I graduated from Westfield State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education, and I am currently in the application process for my masters degree. I work as a teaching and learning...
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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...
5.0
"Karen is an exceptionally considerate, punctual, and kind person. She has been taking care of my son for this year and she always gives me a heads up with reminders and checks in to make sure there haven't been...
Reviewed by Michael D.
Sheila M.
Westwood, MA
$20-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
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Older mom of 5 grown children and grandchildren. Looking for nights and weekend work.
I'd describe my personality as energetic, friendly and knowledgeable
I like working with kids because I raised my 5 kids and love being with my grandchild. I taught religious education for over 10 years and very active in my community.
I'm...
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I have a ton of experience working with children. I have an Early Childhood Education teaching License with an SEI endorsement. I am also finishing my Masters degree as a Reading Specialist from Lesley University in Cambridge, MA. I have worked as a Kindergarten Teaching and Learning Assistant in Newton, MA for the past 5 years,...
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Hello! My name is Arielle. To start off, I would like to tell you a little about myself both personally and professionally.
I hold both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree from Lesley University. My bachelor's degree is in Elementary Education and English, and my master's degree is in Special Education. This will be my...
5.0
"Arielle is fantastic. She is very responsible, dependable and easy to work with. My two little girls (22 months and 5yrs old) really bonded with her. They had a great time with her and most importantly they...
Reviewed by Claudina S.
5.0
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Hello!
My name is Shreece & I hold a BA degree in Early Childhood Education.
My background in childcare ranges from taking care of my nieces and nephews, professional settings (infant toddler teacher) and nannying with occasional babysitting. (6+years).
The age range I've cared for started as young as 3 months and as old...
5.0
"Shreece did an excellent job taking care of our toddler. She was very professional and friendly and seemed very at ease with the logistics of taking care of a toddler. She checked in and maintained good...
Reviewed by Sarah G.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Lucy, and I just moved to Bed-Stuy in May after graduating from Barnard College with a degree in English and creative writing. I have 10 years of babysitting experience from toddlers to pre-teens and have also spent several summers as a performing and visual arts camp counselor for ages 7-15. I'm a creative and...
5.0
"Lucy was great to work with and our son really enjoyed his time with her. She worked with us for a few weeks helping with camp pick up and bringing him home 2 miles away. She was excellent at communicating with...
Reviewed by Sarah H.
4.4
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Hello! I am looking for a full or part-time position in which I might support your family with both childcare/teaching and cooking, or just one or the other. I have a Masters in Education with 30 years experience teaching 4-10-year-old children in schools and summer programs; I spent many years as well caring for toddlers in...
5.0
"We were fortunate to have Susi lead a study pod for our first grader son and his friend from school. The two boys were not the most cooperative when it comes to following the schedule and staying focused with...
Reviewed by Svetlin K.
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Hi, I have been working with children for 25 years. I am currently working at the Global Montessori School in Belmont. I am the Lead teacher for 9 toddlers with an assistant. I also do the after Care program for the parents that have to work late. I am very musical and I enjoy singing with the children. I also enjoy reading...
5.0
"We picked Susan to babysit for our kids on one of our rare date nights. The kids 2 1/2 and 3 1/2 had a great time. Susan brought her music talents and singing skills and kept them engaged. Many Thanks...
Reviewed by David G.
Kathleen H.
Norwood, MA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny, House Manager, Babysitter, Pet Sitter & House Sitter
4.0
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My name is Kate. I'm 42 years old and live in Norwood, MA. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old for children of all ages and needs, from infants to early teens. I've been working as a professional nanny and babysitter for over 12 years now. I have also worked for a center with children and adults with special needs. I...
5.0
"I can't say enough positive things about Kate (or Katie as we call her!). We hired Katie to care for our then 12-week-old son when I was going back to work after maternity leave. I was absolutely terrified to...
Reviewed by Chonel P.
Arianna L.
Randolph, MA
$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! Childcare has always been a passion of mine. I've invested many years into learning all there is to know about children and caring for them. I graduated from Bridgewater State University with a bachelors in sociology with a concertation in education and a reading minor. I worked at a daycare for 6 years as a floater and lead...
5.0
"Arianna is great ! She's so caring, kind and really gets the kids engaged. She's respectful and always has great activities planned for the kids. She's punctual and has great communication !"
Reviewed by Lila A.
5.0
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Hello! I'm a recent seminary graduate and Boston transplant seeking babysitting and tutoring work. I love reading to children, guiding them through arts and crafts, and taking them on trips to libraries, parks and museums. The nurture and formation of the whole child, socially, creatively, and academically, is my passion. I've...
5.0
"She was great with our very energetic toddler who had little experience with non-family baby sitters. "
Reviewed by Shannon A.
Hillary C.
Wellesley Hills, MA
$35-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Elementary Special Educator Available For Tutoring
5.0
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I am currently a 4th grade special education teacher in Framingham Public Schools. I have experience with grades 1-5 and have worked with students of diverse needs. My biggest strength is with differentiating instruction in literacy and mathematics. I graduated Providence College with my Masters in Special Education.
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I have been teaching Special Education at the Elementary school level for two years and LOVE working with children. I am looking for some extra work over the summer while school is out.
5.0
"I hired Kelly to assist me with improving my child's reading skills over the summer. Kelly was personable and competent. My child looked forward to their sessions. She was very helpful in assisting my child. I...
Reviewed by Dorothy P.
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Hi! My name is Talia and I am a graduate student at Boston College studying Clinical Social Work with a concentration in Children, Youth, and Families. I have over 10 years of experience as a babysitter, and I have mentored youth ages 5 to 18 for the past 8 years. I have also worked as a teacher's assistant and a reading, math,...
5.0
"Talia was an excellent provider. I would definitely recommend her. Our daughter was very excited to spend time with her!"
Reviewed by Argentina C.
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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....
5.0
"Ayo is an incredible instructor. Patient, thoughtful and creative!"
Reviewed by Angela R.
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I have 10 years of child care experience as an assistant teacher, tutor, babysitter, preschool volunteer, and more. I am happy to babysit in the Wellesley/Natick/Needham area. I like to cook, read, travel, and play sports. I love pets. I speak French, Spanish and English. I'm energetic, organized, adaptable, and responsible....
5.0
"Giselle is very punctual, reliable and great with my girls (7 and 12). They had a great time together!I should hire her again for sure!"
Reviewed by Natalia B.
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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,...
5.0
"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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Recent reading tutor reviews in Westwood, MA
Karen D.
5.0
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 language perspective to my children was very appealing. We were brainstorming the...
- Jose Anabell J.
Arielle B.
5.0
Arielle is fantastic. She is very responsible, dependable and easy to work with. My two little girls (22 months and 5yrs old) really bonded with her. They had a great time with her and most importantly they were safe with her. She was here in the mornings to get my 5yr old ready for camp and take...
- Claudina S.
Shreece J.
5.0
Shreece did an excellent job taking care of our toddler. She was very professional and friendly and seemed very at ease with the logistics of taking care of a toddler. She checked in and maintained good communication. We're looking forward to working with Shreece again.
- Sarah G.
Lucy N.
5.0
Lucy was great to work with and our son really enjoyed his time with her. She worked with us for a few weeks helping with camp pick up and bringing him home 2 miles away. She was excellent at communicating with us, checking in and giving us updates, talking through how his day went, and anything...
- Sarah H.
Susan A.
5.0
We worked with Susan for a year when she took care of our three children two days a week for before and after school care. Susi was wonderful with our kids - my kids have very different personalities and she was able to adapt and tune her interaction with each child accordingly. My youngest in...
- Lydia S.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Westwood, MA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Westwood, MA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Westwood, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.83 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 Westwood, MA?
Care.com currently has 6 reading tutors in Westwood, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Westwood 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 Westwood that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Westwood, 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 Westwood 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 Westwood, MA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Westwood, 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 Westwood, 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.