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60 reading tutors are listed in Colonial Heights, VA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 10 years
Reading tutors in Colonial Heights, VA
Melissa G.
Colonial Heights, VA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Melissa. I am a mother of two young adults, ages 16 and 20. My passion for caring for children began at a young age while babysitting my five younger brothers. I enjoy taking walks, reading, listening to music, dancing, and playing fun, silly board games.
With over 10 years of experience as a teacher...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Ms. Randa, and I have nearly four years of experience in early childhood education and childcare. I began my career in 2021 at The Goddard School, where I worked as an assistant teacher and floater. In 2023, I decided to expand my expertise and transitioned into full-time nannying. Since then, I have had the...
Saranda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My 2 year old absolutely adores Ms. Randa. When Ms. Randa started as our nanny in August we were all trying to figure out a structure and comfort level since she was out first nanny, but my little one loved Ms. Randa from the beginning. It took me a little by...
Justina A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children since I was about 9 years old. I have experience working as a nanny and at daycare facilities. I am comfortable with all ages and also caring for more than one child at a time.
As an educational studies graduate, I am very enthusiastic about practicing what I learned! I enjoy being able to...
Amire can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Amire is a wonderful nanny! She is so sweet and I would describe her as very responsible. Our son loved her. I felt she took her position very seriously, finding ways to ensure our son had appropriate activities to keep him stimulated. Many times I came home from...
Christine H.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Heidy and I absolutely love caring for children! I have 10 years of experience working with kids from many different age groups infants-school aged. I'm a very creative person, and love doing arts, and crafts . Some of my favorite activities to do with children are reading stories, playing games, teaching and...
Heidy can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"She's awesome! Let's you know here availability just in case you may need her."
Khadijah M.
Diana C.
Richmond, VA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi - my name is Diana and I am an incoming freshman at Stanford University. I love engaging with kids and I'm looking forward to working this summer before I enroll in the fall.
I have over five years experience babysitting and tutoring children ages 4-12. I have tutored multilingual students in a variety of subjects such as...
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Fielder W.
Chester, VA
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Fielder - a fun, creative, and reliable babysitter who loves helping kids learn and play. I'm currently a special education teacher with a background in behavior therapy, and I've worked with kids of all ages and abilities for over 8 years.
I believe in creating a warm, engaging environment where kids can be...
Fielder can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I am currently a graduate student at JMU studying applied psychological research. With my current degree and past education I have mastered skills in math/statistics, reading and writing, biology/science, and psychology. I have tutored children between the ages of 6-16 in the subjects of math, science, and reading. Additionally,...
Brieanna F.
Chester, VA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with homework, cooking, travel and many other things. I am trained in CPR and first aid but am not currently certified though I am actively looking into getting my certification. I love to sign and some of my hobbies include sketching, reading books and playing with my cats! I may not have...
Brieanna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have tutored and have graded papers for about 5 years for a college professor until he retired from college. I work fulltime in a hospital but can work around your needed schedule. Please dont hesitate to reach out if you need my services. I look forward to working with you and getting rhe job done.
5.0
(1)
I am a VCUarts alumni living, creating, and nannying in Richmond, VA. I have a lot of experience with kids of all ages. My father owned a TaeKwonDo school and I grew up teaching and looking after the students and their siblings. In addition to this, I've had multiple nanny and babysitting jobs where I've looked after multiple...
Veronica can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Veronica is my younger sister and one thing I can say with absolute certainty is that she is wonderful with kids. She's had a lot of experience with all different ages and types of children and I am always impressed with her. She's responsible, has lots of energy,...
Ana E.
Matilda B.
Richmond, VA
$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I try to focus on the sense of wonder and satisfaction that comes with learning. I have worked closely with kids of all ages throughout my life, so I know the importance of communicating with everyone in a respectful way rather than talking down to them, listening carefully to their concerns, and having patience.
Connie L.
Richmond, VA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time (That Might Work Into Full-Time) Baby Sitter, Errand Runner, Homework Helper
4.0
(1)
I substitute to teach preschool children, ages infant to 4 years and taught two sessions of summer camp for 4-year-olds. I drive a 5-year-old child weekly for 9 weeks to ballet and gymnastics. I babysit frequently for 15 great nieces and nephews ranging from 4 months to 14 years.
Most recently, I have been a nanny for an infant...
Connie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
4.0
"Connie has been a wonderful reliable sub for the Preschool for several years. She has always been available at a moment's notice. She comes to school prepared to help out in any classroom. Our ages range from 8 months to 5 years. She is willing to jump in and is...
Becky M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
(Dog/cat allergy: medium/Large shedding dogs)
I am an experience child care giver of children ages 0-11 years as well as twins. I have worked with child care centers where I was an infant teacher ages 10-16 months up to 5year old's. I have been a live-in nanny, served as a lead coordinator for my church nursery for 12...
Jemima can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I knew Jemima through her mom. She is a wonderful lady and very respectful and very responsible.
She is reliable and she is in charge of the nursery at church "
Susan S.
Jeniffer H.
Midlothian, VA
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible Caregiver With 20+ Years Of Professional Experience In Midlothian.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an energetic, highly caring, responsible, positive, "kid-magnet" with many years of experience with children of all ages looking for nannying, babysitting or care in my home.
I've been a counselor to at-risk children as a qualified mental health professional for 8+ years, recently running a business for virtual...
Jeniffer can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
" We were fortunate to have Jen when our three ladies were very young. The time she spent with them reading and teaching them arts and crafts was beyond valuable. She was part of our family and my ladies still love her. My oldest graduating high school this...
John S.
Taylor C.
Midlothian, VA
$13/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I often go into my mom's classroom to help her out and do simple classroom tasks and occasionally will help with kids. I have also worked at an autistic kids camp, so I have experience with special needs children. In high school, I did a program where I went into classrooms and...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I could not have asked for a better nanny for my girls than Taylor! She is kind, dependable, and handles anything thrown her way. My girls and I adore her."
Kimberly D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I love working with children and helping them learn and grow. I've been taking care of children since 2018. I am currently a full time nanny to two lovely kids, and was a part time nanny for 4 years, along with being an infant teacher for 3. I have worked with kids ages newborn-elementary age. I am CPR/First Aid certified...
Casey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Casey was truly amazing with my 4 year old daughter. My daughter warmed up to her from the minute she walked in. She was very kind, patient, and professional. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone in need of childcare. She also did great with my animals!"
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Cleshaundra C.
Richmond, VA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm motivated by my love of helping children grow, learn, and thrive. I have a creative and imaginative personality, and I enjoy playing games, reading stories, and exploring the outdoors with children.
I have a...
Cleshaundra can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was a delight to work with so respectful and timely my boys absolutely love her. I still keep in touch from time to time. "
Sarah W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent college graduate with a lot of informal experience with tutoring in classes and at some of my jobs. I was always the person in High School that people would come to with questions, and that continued through college. I have been a TA in 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 6th grade classrooms at Sunday School and have worked with...
5.0
"Aaron is an excellent teacher and caregiver. I have seen him adapt his teaching style to fits the needs of children, special needs children, and adults. He is patient and friendly."
Melissa B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Rebecca. My passion is, and always has been, to make a difference in the lives of children. It is so rewarding to fully engage with children in creative activities that stimulate and strengthen their growing minds. I enjoy arts and crafts, reading, teaching, games, outdoors and having fun! My job responsibilities also...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We hired Rebecca for a one time job while in Richmond for a family wedding. She was punctual and absolutely fantastic with our 3 kids! She entertained them in a hotel room for an afternoon and evening. The kids told us how much fun they had and how much they loved...
Katelyn F.
5.0
(1)
I am a current Master's Degree student in Social Work and have previously earned a Master's in Business Administration. My Undergraduate degree was in both Business and English Literature. I have experience tutoring elementary-aged students through Undergraduate college students in math (including Algebra, Statistics, and...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Colonial Heights, VA
Saranda O.
5.0
My 2 year old absolutely adores Ms. Randa. When Ms. Randa started as our nanny in August we were all trying to figure out a structure and comfort level since she was out first nanny, but my little one loved Ms. Randa from the beginning. It took me a little by surprise when she let Ms. Randa pick her...
- Justina A.
Amire J.
5.0
She's dependable. I can call her anytime and try to setup care for my child and she's there. She helped with my son's transition to daycare. Even though we haven't seen her for a long time, when my son sees her, he has no hesitations to go and greet her. That tells a whole lot of how she treats him...
- Gerry B.
Heidy V.
5.0
Heidy is the BEST! She is one of the only people we feel comfortable with taking care of our son. She has such a calming presence and he loves her. She's a mama herself and is such a sweet person. We'd recommend her to anyone!
- Anna F.
Veronica T.
5.0
Veronica is my younger sister and one thing I can say with absolute certainty is that she is wonderful with kids. She's had a lot of experience with all different ages and types of children and I am always impressed with her. She's responsible, has lots of energy, is super fun to be around, and is...
- Ana E.
Connie L.
4.0
Connie has been a wonderful reliable sub for the Preschool for several years. She has always been available at a moment's notice. She comes to school prepared to help out in any classroom. Our ages range from 8 months to 5 years. She is willing to jump in and is warm and loving in her approach to...
- Becky M.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Colonial Heights, VA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Colonial Heights, VA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Colonial Heights, VA on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 per hour as of April 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 Colonial Heights, VA?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Colonial Heights, VA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Colonial Heights, VA?
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 Colonial Heights 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 Colonial Heights, VA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Colonial Heights, VA, 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 Colonial Heights, VA 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.