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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Helping families by tutoring their kids for about 7 years now. I started in 2010 after graduating from high school. I continued tutoring in college and now in graduate school. I've tutor grades from 1st to 8th grade.
5.0
"Kipcia has been tutoring our 1st grader for a little over a week now and we have already seen an improvement not only in reading and math, but overall excitement about learning. Our daughter looks forward to her coming every day! Would definitely recommend to any...
Devin S.
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Natalya. I am 20 years old. I have been babysitting/ nannying for 6 years. I have worked with children 4 and older. If I can describe my personality I would say very caring, compassionate, responsible and fun. I love working with kids because I can approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow and...
Natalya can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Natalya is a hard working nanny/babysitter she will go the extra mile just to make sure that your kids are well taken care of and are having fun at the same time I highly recommend her services she’s very responsible and always on time she is very helpful "
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Nataly, an experienced babysitter and nanny with over 9 years of childcare expertise, and an elementary school substitute teacher with Alhambra Unified School District. I've cared for children of various age groups and have a background in psychology, including a Bachelor's degree from UCLA and a Master's degree from...
Nataly can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am the fun, creative, outgoing, energetic and playful-spirited person you want to assist with your childcare.
I have over 15 years of experience in childcare. With 1 year of experience in being an assistant to a preschool teacher.
I've cared for children ages newborn to 15 years old. . With most of my years being with ages...
Ebony can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Ebony was absolutely amazing! She was great with our newborn and even helped around the house. She meal prepped for us when either my wife or myself didn’t have time.
We loved that she read our baby stories and kept her laughing and learning all day!
We know...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Currently, I am a part time nanny and during the COVID I am tutoring the kids online to make sure they stay academically up to date.
I tutored at the Huntington Learning Center from 2014-2017, working with students ages 6-17 both one on one and in group settings in the areas of reading, writing, phonics and math. With younger...
5.0
"Lovely lady! 1st one to respond and was available same day, really helpful and sweet, we were comfortable with her in minutes
Highly recommend working with Angela :)"
Lina W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have taught English as a Second Language (ESL) to young adults and adults in professional and residential settings. I have additional teaching experience that is related to my former employment working for the State of California. I am bilingual in Spanish, conversational in French, and some Italian.
5.0
"I spent my time with Kimberly about a month. It was great experience for me. She tried to taught me a lot especially because she studied linguistics. She helped me a lot,supported with what I was doing, preparing the exam. It was lucky for me that I met her as my...
Dongyup L.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Relevant skills: -High school and college graduate -Homework help/tutoring -Non-smoker -Has a car and clean driving record -Special needs experience/ADHD experience -Pet friendly -Loves the outdoors -Enjoys reading -Crafty/artsy -Can do small household chores -Light meal preparation -Music experience (flute and piano) -CPR...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm a 31-year-old comedy writer and screenwriter living in Los Angeles. I am currently developing a feature with Hulu and a book with MMQLIT. Outside of that, I am a research assistant for Harvard Kennedy School.
I've been a Minds Over Matter tutor where I helped my mentee apply to college through test prep and college...
Meghana can also help with: Carpooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love kids. 2 is actually my favorite age, though at times challenging, I find it fun & heart warming. I'm a mother of 3 crazy/ brilliant children (14 12yr old girls & spirited 3yr old boy). My youngest have high functioning Asperger's, so I am familiar with sensory issues & can be a good fit for some children who may be...
Jackie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Growing up as the oldest child, I had the advantage of taking care of my younger siblings. I had also been given the opportunity to take care of my younger cousins. I am very close to my younger siblings and cousins, so I love being surrounded by younger children. I love being outdoors and taking the children outside to play. I...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! With my skill set, experience in babysitting, and passion for providing care and support to children, I believe that I would be a valuable asset to your family!
I have always had a natural affinity in working with children and creating a safe and engaging environment personalized just for them. I love going to the park,...
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Hello! My name is Alexis and I am currently looking for a part-time or full-time job as a nanny - preferably in the mornings and early afternoons. I am also interested in babysitting opportunities.
I have been a toddler teacher at a preschool for the last 6 years. Some of the tasks this job included playing with, teaching,...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Elizabeth and I am interested in helping you and your family with Child Care. I graduated with a BS in Human/Child Development and a minor in Chicano/a studies in June 2017. I also hold a master in Public Health and I am a PhD student in Cancer Epidemiology at USC. As a part-time opportunity, I have decided to start...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Ashley W.
Pasadena, CA
$20-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Individualized Care For Children From Engaged Caregiver (STEM Background)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Ashley and I love helping children of all ages grow to be the best possible versions of themselves. I provide individualized attention to each child while keeping an eye on schedules and chores so I can accomplish what needs to be done each day. It is easy to find common ground with different children, as I have many...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello Parents! I enjoy doing a wide range of activities with kids from outdoor games/ sports, play games, creative projects; going to museums, the park, movies, the pool, anything that keeps them engaged. I like to read stories and help children with their academic work. I am very patient, nurturing, fun yet organized, reliable...
Skills:
CPR
I have 8 years of experience working in education and care. I have been a teacher, nanny, and behavior therapist for young children to adults. I am a bubbly person who loves to read and play games! In my free time I like to crochet, read, watch movies, and spend time outside. I want to continue working in this field because I...
I have previously tutored in English, science and math with an eleventh grade student who had learning disability diagnoses. I am an eager and passionate student, and a patient compassionate teacher.
Emily S.
Pasadena, CA
$75-100/hr • 7 yrs exp
Former Elementary School Teacher Available For Tutoring! (MA In Teaching)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a former elementary school teacher with a Masters degree in Teaching English. I have taught in both public and private schools, but enjoy working one-on-one with elementary school children the most! I cater lessons to each individual students' needs and interests in order to make learning fun and maximize students'...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a social worker and experienced sitter who takes pride in providing attentive, consistent and developmentally-appropriate care - all while having plenty of fun. I'm in my last year of a PhD program and am looking to provide evening/weekend childcare while I complete my research. Prior to that, I worked for over 10 years as a...
Ivy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
I tutor students in middle school through college/graduate school in all aspects of English, writing, and psychology. I have an advanced tutoring certification from the National Tutoring Association and am currently employed as an online tutor by the California Pacific Charter Schools. Privately, I also tutor online students,...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Altadena, CA
Kipcia Z.
5.0
Kipcia has been tutoring our 1st grader for a little over a week now and we have already seen an improvement not only in reading and math, but overall excitement about learning. Our daughter looks forward to her coming every day! Would definitely recommend to any family looking for a bit more help...
- Devin S.
Natalya R.
5.0
I had hired natalya because I needed a babysitter for my son. This was my first time ever hiring anyone to babysit my son and sometimes he can be a handful with his energy and also being a first time mom I don’t trust just anyone to take care of my son. Anyway, she eased my nerves because she was...
- Care member
Ebony M.
5.0
Ebony was absolutely amazing! She was great with our newborn and even helped around the house. She meal prepped for us when either my wife or myself didn’t have time.
We loved that she read our baby stories and kept her laughing and learning all day!
We know exactly who to trust when we need a...
- Care member
Angela H.
5.0
Lovely lady! 1st one to respond and was available same day, really helpful and sweet, we were comfortable with her in minutes
Highly recommend working with Angela :)
- Lina W.
Kimberly K.
5.0
We hired Kimberly to tutor our daughter in high school Spanish. She is great! She is warm, very dependable, caring, and related so well with our daughter. She was very accommodating with our daughter's busy schedule and truly helped her improve in the class. We can't say enough good things about...
- Elizabeth V.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Altadena, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Altadena, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Altadena, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $26.25 per hour as of March 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 Altadena, CA?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Altadena, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Altadena 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 Altadena that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Altadena, CA?
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 Altadena 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 Altadena, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Altadena, CA, 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 Altadena, CA 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.