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49 reading tutors are listed in Columbia, SC
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Columbia, SC
I have been a substitute teacher in previous years for Lexington School District 4 ranging from elementary school age children to high school. I was hired as a part time /full time child development teacher for several years serving children from birth to after schoolers as lead teacher and/or substitute. My job duties consisted...
Juanita can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Experience:
Full-time Nanny (June-August 2010 and June-August 2011): ages 9 and 12
Part-time Nanny (June-August 2012; June 2014-May 2016): ages 3 months, 3, 6, 9, and 12
Babysitter (2008-present): varying ages
Responsibilities:
-preparing meals
-laundry
-driving to various activities
-looking after pets
-assisting with...
Eleanor can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Claire S.
Columbia, SC
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Claire!
I love working with kids of all ages! I come from a Christian background, love to take walks, read, do homework, and play games, and sing songs!
I nannied for 6 years and then joined the Navy, I am currently stationed here in Columbia! I love pets, I even have turtles of my own!
Michaela C.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Michaela Sophomore At The University Of South Carolina
Hi! My name is Michaela and I am a sophomore at the University of South Carolina. I have a lot of experience in babysitting and working with children ages under 6months-12 years old and am looking for a nannying job this semester. I have reliable transportation and currently have a 4. 0 gpa while double majoring in criminology...
Michaela can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello! My name is Anna and I am 19 years old. My home is in New Hampshire, however I am currently living in Columbia, SC as a student at the University of South Carolina. I grew up in a home with five other siblings. Living in that environment, I watched my siblings babysit and take care of me and my other siblings. Then as I...
Eleanor M.
Columbia, SC
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm the parent of two college students.
I started babysitting as a teenager and have spent many hours over the years volunteering to read to preschool and elementary school children.
I have worked in a preschool as an assistant and as a substitute teacher.
I have worked in an elementary school as an assistant and as a...
Eleanor can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Allison G.
Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hey! So I don't have a ton of experience I can brag about but I've grown up in a big family with 7 other children. When you're one of the oldest you tend to become "parents" to your siblings, which teaches you a lot. I've also babysat all my managers kids, and my nieces and nephews. Most of the time we go to the park, read, or...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Hi I'm Nicole and I have been watching children (ages 2-14) for the last 5 years. I have hands on experience with children that have special needs.
I've been CPR certified for the past 2 years.
I'd describe my personality as humble, ambitious, and creative.
I like working with kids because every kid is different. Babysitting...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Kathleen C.
Columbia, SC
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as creative, silly, and balanced.
I like working with kids because they are the most creative people on earth! I love encouraging young creativity and play. I like to bounce off of their energy, following and supporting their interests to the best of my abilities.
I started working with kids when I...
Kathleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Leia S.
Columbia, SC
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
My name is Leia and people describe me as loving, caring and honest. I am 20 years old, and I understand that this is weird, but I am extremely passionate about working with kids. I love being around kids and taking care of them. I'm looking for a nanny job, which will be more than a job, because by default, I will become an...
Leia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Faith C.
Columbia, SC
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Faith, and I'm passionate about working with children, bringing over five years of experience as a lead preschool teacher for ages 6 weeks to 4 years. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Winthrop University, and I've always been fascinated by early childhood development. Watching children grow,...
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Amanda and I have been a part-time and full-time babysitter/nanny for over 10 years. Throughout high school I took childcare, early childhood development and early childhood education courses. During these years I was also a teacher for the preschool program at my high school where I found my passion for teaching. I...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Kimberly A.
Columbia, SC
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I started working with kids when I was 12 years old. Being the oldest of four, it feels like I have always worked with kids. I have cared for infants, toddlers, as well as older kids up to 12. I was a preschool teacher for 2 years and had 15 students so I have worked with multiple kids as well.
In my spare time, I like to cook...
Emma M.
Columbia, SC
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am an electrical engineering student with years of volunteer and babysitting experience with kids. I am a swim teacher with 4 years of experience. I taught ages 6 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with ADD/ADHD, Autism, Aspergers. I am a certified lifeguard since 2008. I am CPR certified, first aid certified, and...
Khristina E.
Columbia, SC
$30-50/hr • 14 yrs exp
Hi!
I'm looking for a job where I can assist in a child's development through play, nature, and connection. As a teacher for the past 10 years (since the 13-14 school year as a kindergarten, Pre-K, and first grade teacher), I am passionate in growing the whole child but lately I'm not finding this in public education. They've...
Khristina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Carey O.
West Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Columbia Nanny Seeking Full-Time Position
5.0
(1)
Being a nanny has been a really rewarding experience for me. I've had the opportunity to work with children of a variety of ages and help them learn, grow, and develop. I've always loved kids and have been babysitting for family friends and people from my church since I was 12 years old. After high school, I worked in an office...
Carey can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very rarely will you meet someone who knows how to communicate with children and care for them the way that Carey does! She is great with infants and young children and I've gotten to see how her experience has taught her many tricks!
I've learned so much...
Kirstin O.
Tanner G.
West Columbia, SC
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm looking for a job that I can bring my son along with me! He is 14 months and loves spending time with other children. I am a stay at home mom and have very open availability.
I started working with kids when I was 15. I worked at Riverbanks Zoo and was constantly running different camps and education programs! I've worked...
Tanner can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 7 children of my own, ages 20-32, who I've loved, home-schooled and poured my heart and soul into as a full-time mom since 1993. I've experienced quite a lot while rearing my own family and I'd love to offer a helping hand with yours! I am a non-smoker and a Christian. While I love pets of all kinds, unfortunately I am...
Teresa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madyson G.
West Columbia, SC
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I am a biology tutor at Presbyterian College for freshman college students. I will also be tutoring in psychology this fall. I have also spent many hours helping my younger brother with his homework. He is very bright, but struggles with certain subjects and assignments.
Jessi C.
Lexington, SC
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated with my bachelors in exercise science from UofSC last May, and I am currently attending Occupational Therapy school in hopes of becoming a pediatric OT!
I'd describe my personality as caring, responsible, and attentive.
As long as I can remember, I have always wanted to work with kids. I started going to my mom's...
Jessi can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jessi has been around my 4 yo boy and almost 1 yo daughter and is always so sweet with them! She is so patient with them and also loves to help them learn new things! They get so excited to see miss "Essi" !"
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Columbia, SC
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Columbia, SC?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Columbia, SC on Care.com will cost an average of $18.37 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 Columbia, SC?
Care.com currently has 35 reading tutors in Columbia, SC. You can search for candidates by their distance from Columbia 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 Columbia that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Columbia, SC?
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 Columbia 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 Columbia, SC?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Columbia, SC, 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 Columbia, SC 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 Columbia, SC reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Columbia, SC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews of the 49 listed reading tutors.