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60 reading tutors are listed in Akron, OH
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Akron, OH
Patricia C.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I am a reliable, patient, and fun person. I have previously worked as an overnight camp counselor. Additionally, I have experience working with people of all ages with disabilities. I strive to teach kids to respect others as well as help guide them to be more independent while still having fun. I also have lots of ideas for...
Patricia can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Asiaona D.
Barberton, OH
$18-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I love to do arts & crafts, go on walks, cleaning/ organizing and reading books. I've been involved in childcare for 7 years. I have a child development associate credential in infants/ toddlers but I have worked with ages newborn to 9. Im a caring, patient, &...
Asiaona can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Alesha D.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Teacher Looking To Help Other Students On The Side :)
I have a degree degree in education. I am currently a kindergarten teacher. This is my 3rd full year teaching and I have taught 1st and 3rd as well. I have tutored in my summer months and am looking for some extra jobs to fill my time through the school year and more short term in the summers.
Hello! I am a middle childhood education major who specializes in English, Math, and Special Education. I have had 3 years of experience in working with children of varying ages in multiple content areas. I pride myself on creating a positive and encouraging learning environment for my students. I am willing to provide anything...
Krista R.
Kent, OH
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Provider Looking for Full-Time Work Starting Late Spring/Summer
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a very responsible with 15+ years' child care experience. I have also taken training courses for house management and tutoring. It makes me happy to know that I am helping people so they can go to work with the peace of mind that their children are having fun and staying safe. I have experience cooking, feeding, bathing,...
Krista can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Krista and she entertains them with creative activities. I come home to all sorts of artistic creations, from cards to paper fruits. We enjoy her."
Loucile P.
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dedicated and hardworking individual with a wide range of experience including working in schools, working as a private nanny, private tutoring, a behavior therapist for children with autism spectrum disorder, and most recently as a certified reading tutor for children K-8. I have extensive education and experience working with...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Was very nice, she was early for our interview and very courteous. Was interviewing several people and one of the others seemed to be a better fit for our family, no fault of Anna's"
Jessica S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience teaching in PreK-grade 4 classrooms. Many of my references are from the many more years I have tutored individual students. My favorite moments are watching a child progress and inspiring that motivation to learn. I can help with Math, English, Reading, Fine Motor Skills, Kindergarten Readiness...
5.0
"My son has spent the past 5 months with Katie as a tutor. She has done a great job of helping him with the areas he has been struggling in at school. She has helped him progress in his reading, writing and phonics through games, activities and reading with him. She...
Julia J.
Monica P.
Wadsworth, OH
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny For A Sweet Newborn That Family Has To Move! Available June 14th
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently looking to serve a family who would appreciate my genuine LOVE for children. The families I have served were delighted that I enjoy reading & singing, & especially, floor time is appreciated because it encourages cognitive play! I will tidy up & prep dinner:
swimming, crafts, & tutored. I teach piano &volunteer...
Monica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
5.0
"Very kindhearted and just a genuine person. She loves life and people!"
Cindy M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Kristina. I graduated from Malone University in May 2016 with a BS in both Special and Early Childhood Education. Growing up, I helped take care of my 5 nephews and niece. This spawned in me a love for children. I enjoy teaching them and watching them grow. And now I have been teaching as a 2nd/3rd grade Special...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was great with my kids and they really liked her."
Karlene P.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have watched children for more years than I would like to admit (almost 30 years). I have a Bachelor's degree in Education. I work part-time at a Public Schools teaching reading in grades K-3. I have cared for newborns when mothers have come home from the hospital, and have taken and watched children in my home overnight, from...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer is a very loyal, compassionate, and dependable care giver. She provided amazing care to my twin infants, whom she cared for overnight. My twins had medical needs and Jennifer was very prompt and punctual in her care of their needs. She also was wonderful...
Amanda J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a tutor at the elementary level, teaching math. I also was the director of a licensed childcare center where we helped students with home work daily. I was a mentor in reading at an elementary school for many years. I have an Associate's degree in Education and have been employed as a teacher's aide for 4 years.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have tutored for years- college math, high school math, middle school math, and elementary math. I have also tutored high school Chemistry and English, as well as Math, Chemistry, and English at the college level. I was an academic tutor at a vocational school for three years, and I am currently a special education instructor...
5.0
"Amy tutored my oldest son over the summer for ACT prep and is tutoring my youngest son as needed for geometry. We are so happy to have found her. She has a sweet disposition, is very accommodating, and has definitely been helpful academically. We have not...
Michelle I.
I'd describe my personality as caring, gentile, smart.
I'm looking for a job that has unique hours because I'm a student.
I started working with kids when I was 16. I started with teaching swimming lessons and I currently work at a church nursery.
In my spare time, I love to read and work on my school work, and spend time...
Lillian can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lilly was our neighbor and in high school when I asked her to tutor my elementary school daughter in reading. She came one day a week for an hour and the two years that I had her my daughter met all of her reading goals and even surpassed some other goals in other...
Heather G.
I have been babysitting since I was 13, once in high school and college I started long term babysitting for the same families for years. I am now a teacher full time and also available for tutoring, specializing in teaching reading.
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello my name is Jillian K., and I'm a certified ELA teacher for grades 6-8. My passions include crafting, reading, and writing. In addition to care-taking, I am happy to help with homework and reading comprehension skills.
Jillian can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
I am currently a Second-Grade teacher and have also taught Fourth Grade. I am certified to teach K - 5 and have the Ohio Reading Endorsement.
I love taking the kids outdoors to play and learn as often as possible. Technology is second nature for me so I can let them beat me at games and I have access to great games for...
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe myself as reliable, resourceful & optimistic!
My skills include adaptability, patience & compassion.
One thing you should know about me is that I am a medical student with a flexible schedule (studying for boards exam).
I am the oldest of 5 children. I started working with kids about 11 years ago as a Bigs &...
Liyanna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ariana W.
Massillon, OH
$16-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
My name is Ariana, and I'm 26years old. My first job was babysitting. I babysat after school and on weekends. I then graduated in 2017 and continued babysitting. I currently just finished working in a child care facility, as it was only seasonal. I love being around children. I have a total of 13 nieces and nephews, so I have a...
Ariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as energetic, creative, and kind. During the school year, I teach 7th grade math! I'm looking for a summer job tutoring kids in math or reading! I have a bachelor's degree in middle school education specializing math and language arts, and I am currently working on a master's degree in curriculum and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I like working with kids because I know that I am helping to teach the next generation. Helping them grow their creativity and also teaching them to work well together as a team/with other kids as well as by themselves to help grow their imagination.
I started working with kids when I was about 10 years old, watching kids...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Akron, OH
Krista R.
5.0
Krista has only been with us a few weeks, but we are so happy to have her.
She is reliable, energetic, creative and caring. She is the first sitter that our daughter is excited to have come over to play.
- Stacey G.
Anna S.
3.0
Was very nice, she was early for our interview and very courteous. Was interviewing several people and one of the others seemed to be a better fit for our family, no fault of Anna's
- Jessica S.
Katie E.
5.0
Katie E is an amazing tutor. She comes up with unique ways to teach the children. My kids are always excited to go see her! She makes learning fun!
- Nicole B.
Monica P.
5.0
Very kindhearted and just a genuine person. She loves life and people!
- Cindy M.
Kristina J.
5.0
The kids love her, and keep asking for us to have her back.
- Robert R.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Akron, OH
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Akron, OH?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Akron, OH on Care.com will cost an average of $20.09 per hour as of January 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.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in Akron, OH?
Care.com currently has 33 reading tutors in Akron, OH. You can search for candidates by their distance from Akron 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 Akron that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Akron, OH?
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 Akron 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 Akron, OH?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Akron, OH, 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 Akron, OH 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.