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60 reading tutors are listed in Branford, CT
The average posted rate is $31/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Branford, CT
My name is Emily, I am 22, and I have my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. I am going back to get my masters in birth-3rd grade. I am looking to help tutor students as a part-time job. I am very passionate about teaching and working 1 on 1 with children and building positive trusting relationships.
I am a certified elementary and special education (K-12) teacher. I have experience planning lessons for each student that are aligned to the child's interests and the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). I believe learning should be engaging and fun. I utilize research-based, multi sensory instructional approaches (e. g.,...
Mary J.
Branford, CT
$45-60/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am a literacy interventionist with 8 years' experience teaching in public elementary schools. There is no greater joy to me then helping a child ! .
Some services I offer include:
-administration of literacy assessments and structured literacy lessons developed based on your child's specific reading needs
-comprehension...
Julia A.
Branford, CT
$30-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a second grade teacher in New Haven. I have been taught all of the proper skills and ways for teaching elementary students. I have been tutoring for years and have plenty of experience. I have references if necessary!
I am currently a Special Education teacher in a local school district for grades K-4. I have taught in various school settings from early childhood through high school for the past five years. I have tutored students off and on since high school. I have completed Foundations of Reading Training. My strengths are reading, writing...
5.0
(1)
I have been caring for children of all ages for 10+ years. My most recent experience was as a nanny for 3 summers for two boys. Although my most recent care are with younger children, have cared for all ages (infant to 13+) I also have experience with children who need special care. I graduated from the University of Connecticut...
Jocelyn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Jocelyn! Jocelyn cared for my two active boys for three summers and they loved her. She showed up on time, helped the boys with their reading and made sure they made it to all of their activities. Jocelyn also made the summer fun for the...
Katie B.
I love children! I have been a 2nd grade teacher since 2012 and have also worked as a nanny, daycare teacher, and camp counselor throughout my career.
I have degrees in elementary education and special education and I have my masters degree in remedial reading.
I have two young children of my own. In my spare time, I enjoy...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sofia D.
Branford, CT
$20-21/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Sofia and I'm 22 years old. I have been working with children since I was about 13 years old. My 9 years of child care experience includes babysitting ages 0-12, daycare teacher ages infant-3 , and preschool/pre-k teacher ages 3-5. In highschool I volunteered at my local library to help run the children's music...
Hello! I am a third grade teacher, and am eager to continue supporting students in any way I can over the summer. I have been teaching for two years, but have worked with kids in various capacities for about 10 years. I have worked as a camp counselor both at a summer camp and a Montessori school, and I also worked as a nanny...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I'm Cassie, an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) at Alice Peck Learning Center. I work with kiddos (from ages 3-5) with autism, speech and language delays, emotional disturbances and intellectual disabilities. Before this, I taught at the Foote School for four years as an associate teacher in fourth and fifth grade....
Cassandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Cassie very quickly got to know my kids. She was very engaging, goofy, and fun, and played with them. She was punctual and able to balance being playful with being the authority figure, ensuring the rules were followed. Avoided screen time and had the kids outside...
Alice G.
Spencer K.
New Haven, CT
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience as a babysitter and 5 as a nanny taking care of families with children ages 9 mo to 13 years. I am looking for a new full or part-time position starting in January of 2021. I love working with kids, doing crafts, reading books, and singing along to Disney musicals! I have experience with online...
Spencer can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Spencer is an energetic, responsible, loving, patient Nanny. She is just great with kids - if she could manage my son when he was little, she can certainly handle most kids:-)"
Noelani S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! 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 numbers of children I was caring for at a time, and children of various...
Marisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Marisa was our first non-family babysitter and her demeanor and approach to playing with our toddler instantly put us at ease! She kept the schedule we set out, and gave us a run down when we returned of how the night went. Looking forward to using Marisa again and...
Chelsea I.
4.1
(9)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I directed shows with hundreds of kids in Ct. Babysitter for an architect in Guilford, Cardiac Lab Specialist in Branford, Yale Doctor etc. Arts and Humanities Trainer with Y-USA. I am a volunteer with numerous educational organizations. Philosophy of care is attention and support of whole child and family. Focus on play,...
Gina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Only interviewed because we decided to go with something involving other kids instead of traditional babysitter. Liked her a lot and would have hired if we went with this strategy."
David H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Antonette and I have been a Nanny for 21 years. I presently work for a family in Westport Ct for the last 10 years. I take pleasure in caring, teaching, grooming, most of all protecting the children I care for. I prepare and serve meals with balance nutrition, ensuring food safety for those who have food allergies....
Antonette can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Antonette worked for us for years and years, and she is like family. The kids (although grown now) love her - and us parents do too! We have known her over 15 years and still keep in touch. I highly recommend her!"
Vicky F.
Tessa W.
North Haven, CT
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents! I am a mature candidate who has worked with children of all ages, as a nanny, a public school tutor, para professional, camp director, riding instructor and more. I have a degree in Education with a teaching certificate (expired). I am experienced with special needs children and English as a Second Language...
5.0
"Tessa is an extremely reliable, nurturing and flexible childcare provider. Although she has been looking after my newborn twins only for a month or so, she has already become an invaluable source of support to me, the babies and in managing dynamics with my toddler...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I live in the Edgewood neighborhood in New Haven. I am a Family Advocate at a local day care. I am available for long-term hire for the afternoons and evenings, and am also available for one-time hire on the weekends. I love kids and they love me! I have over 10 years experience in child care; I have worked as a...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joy is a really affectionate, fun, loving, and extremely engaging babysitter. She took care of my daughter many times when she was between 4 and 7 years of age. Mariana not only loved her but she has been asking to see her, talk to her and she was so sad when Joy...
Constantina P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Allison, a graduate student at Yale working on my degree in Public Health.
I babysat in high school and occasionally through college. I also spent a summer as a camp counselor for ages 4-13. I'm great with crafts and games that will keep your child entertained.
I can also help with schoolwork and reading. I used...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allison did a great job with my two kids both elementary age. She was punctual, courteous, kind, patient, fun and dependable. Most importantly she was involved and my kids enjoyed spending time with her and look forward to her watching them again! Would absolutely...
Erin D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I started babysitting 10 years ago and worked primarily with one family for four years. The children were 2 and 7 years old and I was responsible for feeding them, changing the little one's diapers, tucking them in at night and supervising them. I then took care of children from a variety of age groups when I finished...
Halley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Halley is the BEST and we could not possibly recommend her more highly. She looked after our son two days a week for more than a year (between 6 months & 2 years) and he adores her. She is incredibly kind, compassionate, creative and just bought so much joy into...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a Mom of two young men in college. I have been caring for children since 1982. I am infant and adult CPR certified. My childcare experience ranges from being a Mom, babysitter, caregiver, nanny, personal home assistant, infant and toddler church volunteer and certified pre-k teacher. I find extreme joy and...
Shannon can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shannon was our nanny for over 4 years - initially with our first born and as our family grew with our second child. Shannon is a loving, dependable person and became an extension of our family. The kids loved her and we miss her dearly now that our kids are a...
Jonathan F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 28 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies.
Experience:
I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 2 months - 14 years old. I've worked as a camp counselor, and as a social skills group facilitator for kids with Autism and...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel has been wonderful with our 15-month-old daughter! We needed a nanny for five weeks and she has been very caring and thoughtful with her. She’s an excellent communicator and has been flexible with us. So happy to have found her!"
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Branford, CT
Jocelyn G.
5.0
I highly recommend Jocelyn! Jocelyn cared for my two active boys for three summers and they loved her. She showed up on time, helped the boys with their reading and made sure they made it to all of their activities. Jocelyn also made the summer fun for the boys. As a parent, I fully trusted...
- Katie B.
Cassandra S.
5.0
Cassie very quickly got to know my kids. She was very engaging, goofy, and fun, and played with them. She was punctual and able to balance being playful with being the authority figure, ensuring the rules were followed. Avoided screen time and had the kids outside playing or inside crafting the...
- Alice G.
Spencer K.
5.0
Spencer is an energetic, responsible, loving, patient Nanny. She is just great with kids - if she could manage my son when he was little, she can certainly handle most kids:-)
- Noelani S.
Marisa L.
5.0
Marisa was our first non-family babysitter and her demeanor and approach to playing with our toddler instantly put us at ease! She kept the schedule we set out, and gave us a run down when we returned of how the night went. Looking forward to using Marisa again and getting to know her more!
- Chelsea I.
Gina T.
5.0
Only interviewed because we decided to go with something involving other kids instead of traditional babysitter. Liked her a lot and would have hired if we went with this strategy.
- David H.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Branford, CT
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Branford, CT?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Branford, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $31.67 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 Branford, CT?
Care.com currently has 9 reading tutors in Branford, CT. You can search for candidates by their distance from Branford 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 Branford that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Branford, 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 Branford 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 Branford, CT?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Branford, 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 Branford, 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.