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Eileen H.
Lebanon, CT
$17-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as calm, patient and kind.
I like working with children because I have dedicated my life to helping children find the best in themselves and to grow as people in our world. I find joy in their excitement about the little things in life.
I started working with children as a nanny in college for 3...
5.0
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Hello, I have been teaching at the elementary level for 22 years. I have taught all subjects and have tutored students in reading and math, ages 7 to 12. Additionally, I am a certified TESOL teacher with experience teaching decoding and reading skills to speakers of other languages. I have worked with diverse groups of children...
5.0
"Beth has been caring for my two elementary school-aged sons for the past year in my home, and has been absolutely wonderful. My sons love spending time with her because she is fun-loving, funny, creative,...
Reviewed by Jessica W.
Jillian C.
Willington, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been working with children for 18 years. I was the head preschool teacher at a small daycare facility. I have my head teaching certificate and taught a full preschool program for many years. My circle time consisted of learning the alphabet, and counting 1 through 10. I had them also learn the months of the year, and days...
5.0
" I have known Jillian for ten years as one of the Head Teachers at Kids Express Day Care and Learning Center. My granddaughter was in her care for those years. I cannot say enough about the care and molding...
Reviewed by Nancy D.
Ginger H.
Willington, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...
5.0
"Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!"
Reviewed by Amanda N.
5.0
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Hi, I'm Kaitlin! I am in the process of getting ready to leave my current nanny position and am looking for my next adventure! My previous job as a preschool teacher (10 years) gave me the tools and skills I needed to provide meaningful experiences for children on a one-to-one basis. I have worked in many of the different...
5.0
"I CANNOT say enough good things about Kaitlyn. She loves my 2 kids (3 and 4) like her own. She's very engaging and brings activities, both educational and fun that my kids enjoy. They are so intelligent and...
Reviewed by Meagan K.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Jewel. I am originally from Los Angeles but moved to Connecticut in 2018. I currently work full-time as a technician for the American Red Cross and I am available for childcare work in my time off. My schedule typically leaves me open on weeknights, weekends, and holidays, with additional availability on...
5.0
"Jewel was very reliable and had a lot of great questions and ideas. My son liked her right away and had fun. "
Reviewed by Kelly S.
Faith T.
Oakdale, CT
$16-27/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I have extensive experience caring for children of varying ages. The children I have worked with have brought me great happiness. I love seeing their smiles when I show up. Helping them with their homework, make a snack, play outside, complete a craft or read a book are some of the many things we have done. References are...
5.0
"Faith is so kind and caring. She was wonderful at calming our daughter when she was upset we were leaving. By the time we returned home, they were thick as thieves. "
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I have been a professional Nanny for over 20 years and love what I do! I have cared for many families in my time. I have been with 6 families and have cared for 4 kids at a time. I have experience with newborns through high school age children. I generally stay with a family from birth till kindergarten.
5.0
"Consider your family incredibly lucky if your children are entrusted into Tracy's care. She is not only punctual, she's early for her shifts; she's kind, patient, energetic, creative... all the traits anyone...
Reviewed by Eveann M.
5.0
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I've been caring for children of all ages in childcare centers and as a nanny for over 30 years. I also have 4 grown sons of my own including twins. I absolutely love children. I am a caring, patient, and attentive nanny who enjoys playing, teaching and being on the go. I have extensive knowledge of child development and age...
5.0
"Trish is amazing with children of all ages and she is such a pro! We have had Trish babysit for our children as well as the children of friends and relatives who have visited our home and she handles every...
Reviewed by Christopher T.
Kirstin T.
East Hampton, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Caregiver Who Thinks Working With Children Is The Most Rewarding Thing She's Ever Done.
5.0
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Hello, I am the Co-Director and Head Teacher at a child care center. I work there full time co-teaching our Preschool class with the Director of the program, and then being the Head Teacher of the After School program. I have experience with children ages newborn to 16 years of age. I've babysat overnights, and managed to feed...
5.0
"Kira is AMAZING! She is by far my kids favorite sitter. When she is here I don't have to worry about anything. She plays with them the whole time and even brings activities. The last time she sat for them...
Reviewed by Ashley M.
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I love kids and pets! I have two dogs of my own. I've been caring for kids since my little brother was born and I've been a free babysitter for my mom! I currently work at my college as a tutor in a program called homework heroes! I help kids grades k-12 finish their homework and improve their grades as well as play with kids...
Elise G.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Teacher With Masters Degree Seeks Tutoring Or Nannying Job
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Hello! My name is Elise and I have been working in education for 10+ years.
I am a certified middle school teacher who is looking for a fun family to work with this summer! I have been an eighth grade teacher in Connecticut Public Schools for the past 7 years. I hold a masters degree in secondary education with a focus in...
Jennifer K.
Manchester, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Assistant Principal And Certified Reading And Special Needs Teachers For Tutoring Needs!!
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Hello! I am assistant principal in a K-2 school for 3 years now. Before that I taught special needs for 11 years. I am certified in special needs k-12, elementary education k-6 and reading K-12. I am here to help kids who need an extra hand and more support in academics.
Melissa C.
Vernon Rockville, CT
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello!
I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours and is part-time. I am reliable, punctual, and I pride myself in providing high quality care for children!
I am patient, compassionate, and loving! In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, read, and enjoy the outdoors!
One thing you should know about me is I am...
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Hello! I'm a 22-year-old student currently studying Medical Anthropology, Nutritional Biochemistry, and Child Policy at University. I have experience with children ages ranging from newborn - teen aged; as well, I am well versed in children with autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and am comfortable administering...
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I'm a senior at Springfield College and I'm home for the summer looking for a job. I'm reliable, punctual, and take pride in all my work! I also have about 4-5 years of paid experience working with children. I currently work for an organization called Art-Ventures that does after school and summer programs. I work with kids ages...
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Hi there! (I know that my profile says I am in DC, but I just moved back to CT!) I have a lot of experience, starting at age 12, working with many different children! I have worked in classroom's, kid's camps, and churches. Since I was 12, I started babysitting for multiple different families. All of these families had varying...
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My name is Robin. I am a retired public school teacher with endorsements in ESOL and Adult Education, I have over 17 years experience tutoring for the elementary levels and over 10 years experience tutoring for high school and adult education students.
I ran the before and after school tutoring program for 3 years at the...
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Hello! My name is Maddy, and I am so excited to have the opportunity to work with your young learners. I am currently studying to become an elementary school teacher with a minor in English at Lesley University in Cambridge, MA. As a part-time nanny for approximately three years, I have grown to love children and their youthful,...
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I have worked with kids since the age of 10. I have worked with children as young as 6 months to as old as 17 years. I love animals and am great with pets. I also have an experienced background with arts and crafts, and I love to read and write so I can help with homework! I graduated from the University of Vermont this past...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Willimantic, CT
Beth M.
5.0
Beth has been caring for my two elementary school-aged sons for the past year in my home, and has been absolutely wonderful. My sons love spending time with her because she is fun-loving, funny, creative, active, warm, and flexible. Any family would be fortunate to have her care for their...
- Jessica W.
Jillian C.
5.0
Jillian started volunteering at Kids Express Learning Center, LLC in 1999. She was excellent with the children and enjoyed spending time interacting with them. She was officially hired in Feb. 2001. Jillian initiated earning her Head Teacher certification with the State of CT. Her experience...
- Cheryl Y.
Ginger H.
5.0
Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!
- Amanda N.
Kaitlin M.
5.0
I CANNOT say enough good things about Kaitlyn. She loves my 2 kids (3 and 4) like her own. She's very engaging and brings activities, both educational and fun that my kids enjoy. They are so intelligent and ahead of the game at this point and a great deal of that is because of Kaitlyn. She is...
- Meagan K.
Jewel M.
5.0
Jewel was very reliable and had a lot of great questions and ideas. My son liked her right away and had fun.
- Kelly S.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Willimantic, CT
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Willimantic, CT?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Willimantic, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $17.20 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 Willimantic, CT?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Willimantic, CT. You can search for candidates by their distance from Willimantic 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 Willimantic that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Willimantic, CT?
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 Willimantic 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 Willimantic, CT?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Willimantic, CT, 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 Willimantic, CT 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.