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60 reading tutors are listed in Berkeley, CA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in Berkeley, CA
4.5
(2)
I have about 10 years of experience working with children. My roles range from being a nanny (infant/toddler/child), tutor, after school mentor, student teacher, and substitute teacher. I enjoy reading stories, doing art, exploring nature, cooking, and giving homework support. Feel free to ask my any questions you may...
Jan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jan has provided child care for my two young children a couple times and I just want to share what a great job she does! Jan is easy going and competent. She played games with my children and provided crafts that were beyond my expectations. My children connected...
Adair P.
Sheryle B.
Martinez, CA
$25-41/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny with a M-F Part Time Nanny Position For Twin Girls.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Sheryle. I'm a mother of 7 ( 4 adopted), grandmother of 6. Currently I am a Nanny in Pleasant Hill for a family. I started working for them in March 2011 when the twins were 6 weeks old. They will be going to first grade this August and my job will be ending. They are like grandchildren to me though and the...
Sheryle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We love Sheryle and have her watch our kiddos whenever we get the chance! She’s truly great. "
Megan B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mercedes. I have been dedicated to the care of children for over 18 years and at one time, I was a foster mother. I love working with children because they are sincere, tender and adorable. I have my driver's license in California and a good record at the DMV. Besides, I am a mother and I mean I can care for...
Mercedes can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"Elizabeth has worked as the full-time nanny for our twins for the past two years since they were six months old. We could not be happier having hired her or more satisfied with her work, and we are so pleased she is a part of our twins' lives.
We knew from the...
David S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nakya, but you can call me Kya, it's easier to remember! I have a ton of experience working with children, starting with the fact that I'm the eldest of 5 ;). I'm originally from the Bay Area and worked for two years with the East Oakland Youth Development Center teaching math and language arts for kids aged 5-12,...
Nakya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We hired Kya to watch our 5-month-old baby girl for the day and she was great. On time (early actually), immediately comfortable with our girl (and our dog), and did a lot of activities with her: singing, reading, playing, going for a walk. It was only for one day,...
Robert S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified Postpartum Doula, Youth Worker and Child Care Provider. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I support play based learning and have extra training around social and emotional growth in regard to behavioral health and other emotional or...
5.0
"We hired Rose as a temporary aide for my wife, who needs help with daily exercises and activities of daily living as a wheelchair user with MS. We understand Rose is usually a childcare provider, and that's very evident. She's very kind, patient, and adaptable. My...
Adam D.
Carmen M.
Oakland, CA
$40-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Carmen, and I am 27 years old. I began my childcare working with kids in special needs education at Castro Valley High School my sophomore year until I graduated in 2014. During that time I was also a part time nanny for various families in the evenings. After high-school I immediately began working as a...
Carmen can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Carmen is a premiere childcare provider! Very familiar with terminologies relating to care styles, such as BLE and attachment parenting. conversation was very comfortable and had a natural flow. Experience is impressive and I recommend her to anyone looking for...
Joe M.
4.9
(10)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been working with children for 15 years. The last few years I've work primarily with infants and toddlers but I like to take care of kids of all ages. I'm a loving Woman who adores children. I have work with children from birth to 13 years old.
I truly enjoy working with children and watching them grow and discovering their...
Ana can also help with: Travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Ana Maria took great care of our son when he was 12-18 months. She was very reliable and provided a loving environment for him. We always knew he was in great hands. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a professional nanny for over 10 years now. I am a mom to three well-educated and successful adult children, and a former elementary school teacher (over 10yr, including time as a substitute teacher at Golestan preschool, Berkeley). My native language is Persian, and I read, write, and speak well in English. As a...
Marzieh can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marzieh has been with my family since my daughter (now 5yr) was 6m old, and has supported me and my husband as we expanded our family with a second child. She is a loving, loyal, experienced nanny and an all-round wonderful woman. I trust her implicitly with my...
Azra N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a nanny/teacher who is very trustworthy, highly reliable and very experienced with little ones from newborns, twins, infants to toddler age/kindergarten, and school aged children. Do you need help in the care/mentoring/tutoring or babysitting with your child(ren) at home/school or daycare, overnight stay or occasional...
Marianne can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"We enthusiastically recommend Marianne as a nanny and caretaker for children of any age including infants. Marianne began caring for our daughter when she was 4 months old. For the last 1.5 years she has cared for our daughter full-time. Now that our daughter is...
Amy P.
Karessa I.
Oakland, CA
$15-30/hr • 15 yrs exp
Social Work Clinician Seeking Part-Time Babysitting Position
5.0
(15)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am looking for opportunities for winter break, spring break and summer break.
Please reach out if I can assist at this point with your family.
My name is Karessa. I am a trained clinical social worker and I live in Oakland, CA.
A little bit about what I am looking for:
I am currently open to provide some one-time care...
Karessa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Karessa was an amazing sitter for my son and his best friend during a preschool shut down. She explored new adventures for them, basing her choices on what the boys expressed and liked. My son still talks about the story time they went to together.
She was...
Kevin M.
Kaitlin D.
Martinez, CA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(20)
Hired by 35 families in your neighborhood
**Fully vaccinated for COVID, flu, & Tdap!**
Hi! I'm a certified elementary teacher. In 2018, I graduated with my bachelor's degree in elementary and special education. I continued my studies and completed my master's degree in childhood and adolescent literacy to become a reading specialist in 2020. I exited the classroom in...
Kaitlin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Kate for our first date night in a long time and everything went great! Our kids (7 and 3) reported they had a lot of fun. Will hopefully be working with her again soon."
Sherri And Mike M.
4.6
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm from Lima-Peru and I have been living in San Francisco for the last 20 years. I am a mother of two wonderful young adults. I graduate at San Francisco State University furthering my education in child development and completing my degree in psychology. My hobbies include cooking, dancing, reading, arts and crafts, and...
Delia can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Delia is excellent with kids . I have seen her play with my child games that develop their learning and expand their knowledge. She has a background in Early Child development and psychology. She is very value."
Celinda V.
Halima A.
San Francisco, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Nanny And Family Friend With Customized Childcare Methods
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a mother of three children and 10 years experience in specialized child and infant care, I consider myself as a professional nanny with progressive goals and specific methods in childcare. I have a culinary background and use my own nutritional recipes as long as the parents approve of them. I encourage and teach etiquette...
Halima can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Halima has worked with us since Nov 2016 caring for her daughter and friend's son (10 & 12 Mon at the time). She is an integral part of our family and cares for our babies as much as we do. Halima has a calm, strong presence about her that our children respect and...
Sommer M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Greetings Parents! My name is Lai I'm in search of Nanny position in areas of (Oakland, Alameda, Berkeley, Castro Valley, San Leandro Emeryville) I am reliable, punctual, trustworthy. I cared for an infant since she was 5 months old until she was 4. 5 yrs old, I also recently care a toddler for 9 months they have moved back to...
Lai can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"If I could give an extra star for review on this app, I definitely would. Auntie Lai went above and beyond and treated my daughter like her own and me and my husband like her family. She taught my daughter a lot, such as alphabets and colors. She also cooked for...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, dear family!
My name is Rose, and I'm 29 years old with over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I hold a degree in education from Brazil and worked as a preschool teacher for 3 years, caring for infants and toddlers. I was also an au pair in the U. S. for 2 years, where I took care of an infant and...
Rose can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rose babysat for us for a couple of days a few months ago. She followed directions well and our boy enjoyed playing with her. She worked as an Au pair for our child's friend, so we are familiar with her and would see her at the park. She was always attentive and...
Wanwan X.
Donia M.
Oakland, CA
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
An Experienced Teacher Willing To Take Good Care Of Your Kids
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!!!
I'm Donia, 34 years old, Bilingual (Spanish and English). I have a bachelor and master degree in education and I've been a teacher in Elementary Schools for about 12 years in Colombia. I was an AuPair in 2012 in a family of 5 kids and the backup teacher for Viva el Español at the same time.
I am looking for a part-time...
Donia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Donia is amazing. She always shows up early and stays late to make sure the place is left cleaner than when she arrived. She is the first babysitter / nanny we've ever used for our 13 month old son and she has set a very high bar. I couldn't recommend high enough....
Heather O.
5.0
(1)
Formerly employed as a multi-subject one-on-one middle and high school teacher. Prior to and since teaching, I've provided a great deal of study support and tutoring, elementary to high school level, as a nanny. I have more than 10 years experience working with children of all ages and abilities.
Sara S.
Martinez, CA
$32-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Loving And Experienced Childcare Worker With 6+ Years Experience.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sara :)
About me:
I'm an experienced childcare worker of 8 years from Martinez! I have worked with children ages 4 months to teens and aside from nannying, have volunteered in nurseries and was previously employed at a day care.
I supply a fun atmosphere while being sure to meet disciplinary and educational goals for...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sara was our nanny from November 2016 to June 2018. At the time my son was one year old and my daughter was 6. She was punctual and reliable plus great with the kids. I kept her busy by asking for household help when the kids were napping. She would help with the...
Linda R.
Jacqueline M.
San Francisco, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Engaging/encouraging/bright Wellesley Neuro Grad To Enhance Your Child's Educational Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Jackie, a Wellesley College Neuroscience alum, with background in Childhood Development; the Psychology of Learning, Teaching, and Motivation; Cognition; and Memory.
As a kiddo, learning multiplication was grueling and disheartening experience, until the perfectly patient, encouraging, and motivating tutor came along...
5.0
(4)
Hello! Thank you for the opportunity to share a little about myself. I am a 38-year-old stay at home mom to a very sweet, 31-month-old! I am looking to welcome another child to watch from our home. I am also open to watching your child/children in your home, if you are comfortable with my daughter being there! I have extensive...
Malia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known for many years, we meet at work so I have had the privilege of knowing Malia professionally as well as a dear friend.
Professionally I would describe Malia as hard work, devoted and always offering a helping hand. She was a great team member and...
Courtney M.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Berkeley, CA
Jan G.
5.0
Jan has provided child care for my two young children a couple times and I just want to share what a great job she does! Jan is easy going and competent. She played games with my children and provided crafts that were beyond my expectations. My children connected with her instantly and she already...
- Adair P.
Sheryle B.
5.0
We love Sheryle and have her watch our kiddos whenever we get the chance! She’s truly great.
- Megan B.
Mercedes F.
5.0
Elizabeth has worked as the full-time nanny for our twins for the past two years since they were six months old. We could not be happier having hired her or more satisfied with her work, and we are so pleased she is a part of our twins' lives.
We knew from the her first interview that she was an...
- David S.
Nakya L.
5.0
We hired Kya to watch our 5-month-old baby girl for the day and she was great. On time (early actually), immediately comfortable with our girl (and our dog), and did a lot of activities with her: singing, reading, playing, going for a walk. It was only for one day, but we would have her back in a...
- Robert S.
Rose L.
5.0
We hired Rose as a temporary aide for my wife, who needs help with daily exercises and activities of daily living as a wheelchair user with MS. We understand Rose is usually a childcare provider, and that's very evident. She's very kind, patient, and adaptable. My wife and I loved having her here....
- Adam D.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Berkeley, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Berkeley, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Berkeley, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $26.18 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 Berkeley, CA?
Care.com currently has 40 reading tutors in Berkeley, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Berkeley 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 Berkeley that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Berkeley, 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 Berkeley 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 Berkeley, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, 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.
Ratings for Berkeley, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Berkeley, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.