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Delaney M.
Cortland, NY
$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Am 20 Years Old Going Into My Junior Year At Suny Cortland Majoring In Early Childhood Education!
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, and outgoing!
I like working with kids because kids are so much fun! I'm going to school to become a teacher, and it is so rewarding watching children grow over time and really find their own personalities.
I started working with kids when I was about 12 years old. I've always had...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a teacher in the Syracuse City School District. I am currently a math interventionist and have taught for 10 years. In addition to my years teaching, I also babysat throughout high school and college for many families. During college I also worked as a teacher's aid in a kindergarten class. Over the summer, during college,...
Michaela can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"She also cleaned. Was great at bed time routines."
Brian D.
I'd describe my personality as caring, encouraging, supportive.
I like working with kids because I believe that kids hold so much love and joy that everyone needs to be reminded of. I also love supporting kids in unlocking their potential.
I started working with kids when I was in high school and through college with various...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My goal is to empower kids to be curious and respectful, and to give them as much independence as possible. I have > 9 years of professional experience caring for and educating kids. I worked with kids from diverse backgrounds and ages (5-18) as a STEM and Education Specialist for the Boys and Girls Club for 6 years. I was...
Savannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months! "
Erica M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am CPR and First Aid certified, and have over 10 years of child care experience. For almost five years I worked as a lead Preschool/ School age teacher and have managed rooms with children ages varying from 3 months to 15 years in the past. I worked for several years in direct therapy for children with Autism and...
Tess can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My two children and I absolutely love Tess, she is by far the best babysitter we have ever had! I highly recommend Tess to anyone looking for a sitter. With her your children are in fantastic hands."
Rebekah M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS!
After recently graduating from Cornell University with my MS, I took a step back from my career as a laboratory scientist to focus on what I love: working with students one-on-one. As a private tutor, I find it especially rewarding to work with neurodivergent students and those who...
5.0
"Chloe is wonderful she tutored my 10th grader in Algebra II and explained and helped her understand the algebraic concepts. She is a patient, kind, thorough tutor and she went above and beyond! I highly recommend her!"
Laura H.
Hello! I am currently a student at Ithaca College and work part time at Panera Bread. Originally, I'm from Buffalo, NY. Go Bills!
I adore working with kids! For the past two summers, I have worked as an overnight camp counselor. I've cared for kids ranging from age 5 to age 16. My campers have always loved me for my energetic...
Larissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Anna and I'm a PhD candidate in anthropological archaeology at Cornell. Outside of my work, I love reading, knitting, running, yoga, and animals. I love to travel and speak fluent Spanish. I have experience working in a childcare center at a resort and have organized and run several outreach programs teaching...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
I'm a Mom of three (18, 14 and 11) and a public school music teacher looking to supplement our income over the summer. I love to make music, knit, hike and read.
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
[NOT CURRENTLY IN THE ITHACA AREA] Hi! I'm Serena. I've always loved kids and pets, and I am looking to spend more time around them. I have experience babysitting for over 5 years, and I was a camp counselor at Frost Valley. I like spending time outdoors and indoors, arts and crafts, board games and reading. I can help with...
Serena can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Andreia F.
Ithaca, NY
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am currently a PhD candidate in Chemical Engineering at Cornell, following an undergraduate in the same field at Princeton. Being very familiar with the academic rigors of undergraduate institutions, I am committed to teaching, mentoring, and supporting students in both science as well as in English. For the past three years,...
Hi! I'm a rising senior staying in Ithaca for the summer. I'm also fluent in Arabic, French, and Gaelic. I come from a large family and have cared for kids ever since I could hiccup. I was a junior counsellor with the Vacation Bible School programme at Saint Dominic's School in Beachwood, Ohio. Then after two years, I became a...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Graduate student at Auburn University. Currently only able to provide short term or date night care as I will be traveling for about a month beginning August 27th. I have extensive childcare experience through Camp Marannook and Montgomery Area Non-traditional Equestrians (MANE) in Montgomery, AL. I have 4+ years experience...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Mary to watch our 14-month old son and immediately knew how lucky we were. She was so sweet taking care of him, feeding him, going on walks, etc. She definitely made my wife and I confident in our decision. "
Care member
Hi there! I am an enthusiastic, patient, and creative educator looking to help out with any English and/or writing concerns you may have. I have 2 years of experience teaching English classes, and over 6 years of higher education studying English and/or writing. Most recently, I earned my MFA in creative writing from Cornell...
I have 6 years of experience babysitting and I would be glad to help with anything you need around the house. I also have two years of tutoring experience. I am currently a sophomore in college and I have a car. If your kids love to read, sing, or play pretend, I would probably be a great babysitter for you. I love working with...
Daniel can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Experience tutoring all ages elementary through college including college Algebra, Calculus I, Physics I, Chemistry I & II, and MATLAB. In addition, I have 4+ years experience lifeguarding and teaching swim lessons for pre-K through adult. I have been peer tutoring since middle school! Previously worked for Auburn University...
Erin F.
Ithaca, NY
$15-20/hr
Tutoring experience in Elementary and middle school math and high school science. Some English tutoring volunteering.
I'm a special education teacher who has worked in the field for the past 9 years. I'm passionate about helping all kids learn and grow. I worked with elementary schoolers at a behavioral school, so patience is my middle name! I have experience with children from kindergarten through 8th grade. As a teacher, my availability is...
Hi! I am a student studying early childhood education at SUNY Cortland and an infant substitute teacher at Cornell Child Care Center!
With my semester starting up again, I am looking to watch children on the weekends! I like to bring books to read with the children, bubbles, and more! I am flexible and comfortable with any...
Hi I'm Mia, an energetic and responsible individual with a passion for nurturing young minds. With years of experience in childcare, I have babysat for around 3 years now, I took an early childhood development class for 2 years at BOCES, I've worked as a summer camp counselor at Greater Ithaca Activity Center for many...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Cortland, NY
Michaela F.
5.0
She also cleaned. Was great at bed time routines.
- Brian D.
Savannah P.
5.0
Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months!
- Erica M.
Tess L.
5.0
You won't be disappointed with hiring Tess for your care needs! She is very outgoing, knowledgeable, fun, nurturing, and energetic. Tess always provides exceptional service!
- Elizabeth A.
Chloe S.
5.0
Chloe is wonderful she tutored my 10th grader in Algebra II and explained and helped her understand the algebraic concepts. She is a patient, kind, thorough tutor and she went above and beyond! I highly recommend her!
- Laura H.
Mary C.
5.0
We hired Mary to watch our 14-month old son and immediately knew how lucky we were. She was so sweet taking care of him, feeding him, going on walks, etc. She definitely made my wife and I confident in our decision.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Cortland, NY
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Cortland, NY?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Cortland, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $10.00 per hour as of November 2024. 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 Cortland, NY?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Cortland, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Cortland 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 Cortland that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Cortland, NY?
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 Cortland 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 Cortland, NY?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Cortland, NY, 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 Cortland, NY 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.