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Find reading tutors in Acton, MA that you’ll love

60 reading tutors are listed in Acton, MA

The average posted rate is $42/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 8 years

Reading tutors in Acton, MA

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David B.


Acton, MA

$55-60/hr5 yrs exp

Teacher Specializing In Writing And Reading

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I'm a high school English teacher specializing in literature analysis and writing. I'm also a freelance writer, so I have experience both writing and helping those who want to be clearer and more efficient writers. I'd love to help you or your child with writing assignments or college application essays.
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Dawn D.


Acton, MA

$75/hr4 yrs exp

Multi-sensory Reading Specialist Tutoring Services

I have expereince as a first grade teacher where teaching reading is imperative. I am currently employed as a reading specialist, and have experience tutoring students K-6th grade with both diagnosed and undiagnosed reading disabilities and challenges. I have a Masters in Early Education, an additional Master Degree in Reading,...
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Jacqueline W.


Acton, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced high school special education teacher

First, I love children and sharing my love of learning with them. I have 13 years experience of teaching elementary, middle, and high school L. D. special education students. Although it is a challenging position, I have proven my expertise throughout my career. I worked with juniors and had to administer the state-wide tests,...
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Myra Z.


Acton, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking for up to 15 hours of work, in Acton or close to Acton. 1 child . I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with crafts, cooking with children, reading, outside play. Mom, former teacher, camp counselor, Girl Scout leader, babysitter. Am vaccinated and boosted. be able to hear children if Excellent references....
Myra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
4.0
"Myra watched my son and was always thinking about his interests and what she could do with him. She brought him books and puzzles for their time together based on his interests. Myra was communicative and reliable. She was reflective and thoughtful about what...

Amy W.

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Suzi S.


Acton, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Social Worker With My Own Adult Children

As a retired social worker and former preschool teacher, I'm excited to share my knowledge and experience with your family. My own children are now adults. I have a graduate degree in social work and have taken coursework in early child development. I'm comfortable caring for up to four children at a time (although my hourly...
Suzi can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Ashley M.


Acton, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter In Leominster Available Part-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ashley. I'm a second grade teacher and have my Master's degree in elementary education and my CAGs as a reading specialist. I have been teaching for 11 years and have been babysitting since I was 12. Before I became a teacher, I was a nanny for newborn twins full-time for almost a year. I love working with...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ashely came to our house to meet our family - she was punctual, responsible, and very friendly. She was a great communicator and the kids enjoyed her company. She is a great catch for a family looking for an experienced capable nanny. We preferred to work with...

Hannah B.

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Laura J.


Billerica, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Dual-licensed Elementary Educator Looking For Summer Odds + Ends!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi - I'm Laura! I'm a dual-licensed educator with a Masters degree in Integrated Elementary and Special Education. I've been working with children for over 10 years in a a variety of ways - teaching, Early Education director, nanny! I'd describe my personality as easy going, flexible, and fun! I like working with kids because...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Laura has worked for us for 5 months, taking care of our now 11-month-old son for 15 hours a week. She is always on time, arrives with a smile, and spreads that smile to the whole family while she is with us. She is intuitive with young children - locks eyes...

Cate K.

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Aletha D.


Maynard, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Educator Available For Various Babysitting Needs

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, reliable, and passionate early-childhood educator with 25+ years paid experience in the field, and have 3 teenage children of my own. My favorite activities to do with children are exploring the outdoors, playing games (both indoor and out!), reading, cooking and crafts. I am able to assist with homework,...
Aletha can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes...

Branwen C.

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Diana A.


Stow, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Thanks for reading my profile! I am 44 years old. My first language is Spanish and my second is English. I have been working with kids for the last 15 years. I love to work with kids. I'm fun, very responsible and enthusiastic. I am always willing to teach new things and enjoy all their activities. I have excellent references...
Diana can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Diana has been helping me for many years and is very reliable."

Tricia H.

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Jennifer C.


Groton, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher Nanny

I am an empty nester teacher, looking to spend a fun summer exploring with some kiddos. You get a big bang for your buck because I am a teacher and could incorporate reading, writing and math into our days! Would prefer to work 3-4 days per week, but I have flexibility. I am excited to meet your family!
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jennifer is absolutely amazing! Our little one is a handful and nonstop energy. He needs a lot of redirection and attention. She has endless patience and kindness. She’s his favorite person. "

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Christina G.


Lowell, MA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Nanny Available!

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I work full time as a teacher at an elementary school, this is my fifth year teaching, and I love children! I recently completed my Master's in Early Childhood education and I am very passionate about education. In my spare time I like to read and spend time outside when it's nice. I have some weekday availability (after 4/5...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We had a great experience with Christina and look forward to hiring her again!"

Care member

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Teresa G.


North Billerica, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Evening/Weekend Babysitter/Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children between the ages of 6 weeks and 9 years old over the last 13 years. I graduated from Hofstra University with a degree in Early and Elementary Education in 2015. I have worked as a babysitter (13 years), daycare teacher (6 years), and a nanny (7 years) in my career. Currently, I am a nanny...
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Teresa has been an amazing babysitter for my son. She is always on time to pick him up and is extremely responsible. She has been very flexible and accommodating to my schedule and always so willing to help my family. Teresa is going back to school in September,...

Katie C.

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Catherine W.


North Chelmsford, MA

$49/hr10 yrs exp

Reading Teacher/Literature/Study Skills.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified teacher who has been working the past 20 years as a reading intervention teacher/reading teacher grades K-5. I delight in helping children learn phonics, become confident readers, and enjoy literature. I'm trained in the Fontis and Pinnel reading program (Fundations phonics program) used by most schools. My...
5.0
"My daughter and I consider ourselves very lucky to have found her a wonderful teacher - Ms. W ! My intention was to foster a love for reading and literature in a world taken over by technology. I am happy to see that my dream is being fulfilled , with every day my...

Rajeswari C.

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Catherine W.


North Chelmsford, MA

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Tutoring/Childcare Combination

I have provided after school care for elementary children in four families in the last 10 years. When my school day ended I continued to enjoy engaging children in learning, supervision of homework and helping to prepare for tests. There was usually plenty of time to have fun outdoors, play games, bake or read and enjoy books....
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kaelyn H.


Westford, MA

$18-24/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hi! My name is Kaely and I am a responsible and experienced babysitter looking for a summer job while I am home from college. I have been babysitting for around 5 years and have a year of experience as a substitute teacher as well. I am patient, reliable, and trustworthy. I love spending time with children and enjoy playing...
Kaelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
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Josephine H.


Sudbury, MA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Joyful, Bilingual Part-time Sitter

I will complete my BS in journalism and psychology at Northwestern University in March 2025 - looking for part-time work in the months of April and May near campus. I have 3 years of experience tutoring K-5 Evanston students in reading and math through the Books & Breakfast program. I love to sing, dance, read, and cook!
Josephine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
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Alaina D.


Bedford, MA

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I am currently working as a reading interventionist for Chelmsford public schools. I am hoping to spend my summer break nannying or tutoring. I have nannying experience with children ages 2-6 as well as 5 years of teaching experience with elementary aged students.
Alaina can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

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Brooke A.


Littleton, MA

$18-40/hr7 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a licensed elementary teacher who teaches second grade during the school year and will be nannying part time this summer! I am a well organized, caring educator and it is of the utmost importance to me that children feel happy and safe. I have five years of teaching experience, and have been babysitting and...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily S.


Westford, MA

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time: Easygoing, Loving, Kind Nanny!

Hello! My name is Emily! Here is a little about myself and my history with child care. I have much experience with children even since I was a child myself. When I was 12, I helped my Grandmother run the child care nursery at our community church as well as taking care of my little cousin. During high school, I worked for a...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent reading tutor reviews in Acton, MA

Myra Z.

4.0

Myra watched my son and was always thinking about his interests and what she could do with him. She brought him books and puzzles for their time together based on his interests. Myra was communicative and reliable. She was reflective and thoughtful about what works for my son, who has a...

- Amy W.

Ashley M.

5.0

Ashely came to our house to meet our family - she was punctual, responsible, and very friendly. She was a great communicator and the kids enjoyed her company. She is a great catch for a family looking for an experienced capable nanny. We preferred to work with someone who lives closer to us - it...

- Hannah B.

Laura J.

5.0

Laura has worked for us for 5 months, taking care of our now 11-month-old son for 15 hours a week. She is always on time, arrives with a smile, and spreads that smile to the whole family while she is with us. She is intuitive with young children - locks eyes with them and plays instinctively....

- Cate K.

Aletha D.

5.0

Aletha is an amazing caregiver! I cannot say enough positive things about her. She has been working with our family for over a year and my son, now 4, adores her. She keeps up with his imagination and insatiable questioning and desire to learn. She always goes above and beyond what I would expect -...

- Branwen C.

Diana A.

5.0

We had the pleasure of working with Diana this past year to care for our one year old son and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. As new parents, we were unsure about working with a nanny. But Diana demonstrated a genuine passion for working with kids and put our minds at ease with her...

- Care member

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