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Mariah H.
Trumbull, CT
$22-27/hr • 2 yrs exp
My degree is in English Literature. I am currently in graduate school for school counseling, and looking for work as a nanny/tutor. I often edit papers, and tutored friends throughout college in English and Literature, as well as writing and public speaking.
I have been an elementary school teacher for over 30 years. I have taught children from ages 3 to teenagers in a number grades and schools in Bridgeport, New Haven, and West Haven, Connecticut. In addition, I have worked with special needs children as a paraprofessional in a classroom setting and as an assistant care giver on a...
Patricia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
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My name is Kimberly and I absolutely love caring for children! My husband and I recently moved down from New York, I began working with children as an Assistant Teacher in daycare and I've been working with kids for 4 years. I enjoy playing outside, arts and crafts, reading, and creative play. I believe the children should have...
Raymari can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hi all! My name is Dana, and I am a caring, responsible, and dependable sitter with five-plus years of babysitting, childcare, and tutoring experience with pre-K to high school-aged children. I am a current junior at NYU studying Linguistics, Anthropology, and Speech Pathology, but when I am not in classes, I work part-time as a...
Dana R can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
State certified special education teacher seeking part time work as a tutor. I will be certified in TESOL in May of 2025. Specialize in Emotional Disturbance, ADHD, ASD, and ELL.
As a certified Elementary Education teacher with 9+ years experience (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 6th grade) and extensive experience and education in special education, I understand and identify that all students learn in a variety of ways. For some they need extra help and support and others need just a little guidance. Learning through...
I have spent a summer tutoring children in math during their summer school so that they could avoid being left behind.
Giovanna D.
Monroe, CT
$19-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Giovanna I am 27 and I have been taking care of kids since I was about 12 I'm very good at making healthy meals and homework help. I can give baths and read books and keep up any schedule. I have been a nanny more than once and I have worked in a daycare as well. I look forward to hearing from you!
Giovanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Vanessa H.
New Haven, CT
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Vanessa. I'm A 25-year-old Babysitter Who Loves Kids.
I started working with kids when I was 20 years old. I have 8 years experience and counting.
In my spare time, I like to read watch movies
One thing you should know about me is I am a fun and loving person when it comes on to other people kids. I enjoy playing dress up games with girl and soccer/ football with boys, I plan...
Elyse N.
Bridgeport, CT
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny With Background In Special Needs Education
In the past, I have worked as an as-needed babysitter, as well as spending a summer as a nanny for a 6-year-old girl, where my duties included some basic tutoring in reading skills and also looking after her two older brothers (8 and 10) when they arrived home from camp. Other duties included transportation to art classes for...
Elyse can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I very much enjoy caring for infants, toddlers, and small children. I am a mother of two boys. I enjoy teaching little ones relational skills and life skills through songs, books, crafts, and play. My youngest is seven and he is currently attending school. I love watching my sons grow and also love teaching them about...
Mariela can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I grew up in in a house where reading, writing and grammar where of the utmost importance. My mother is an English Professor and I went on to complete a double major in English Literature and Sociology at Warren Wilson College. I do not have formal experience as a tutor but have worked for several years as a lower school...
As a dedicated certified elementary teacher with a graduate degree in elementary education from Relay Graduate School of Education, I bring over 5 years of classroom experience to my tutoring sessions. I take pride in achieving outstanding results, with more than 80% of my students consistently scoring above average on their...
Hilary can also help with: Craft assistance
Dustina A.
Ansonia, CT
$20-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a tutor in Math and Spanish for a number of years and great relationships with my students. I also give piano and voice lessons out of my home. I am a seasoned musician who sings and plays the keyboard.
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for a numbered of years now. I started in middle school, and now in college I still continue to work with children. I have tutored and babysat children from infants to adolescents. I was a camp counselor for two years at ESF in Greenwich, CT and worked with children of all ages. I currently...
Tanisha can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
I am a new licensed daycare provider in West Haven. I am a triplet mom & 2yr old. I am a certified teacher, CPR cert, pedi first aid cert, and medication administration cert. I offer breakfast lunch and snack, outdoor play, field trips
3 words to describe me would be organized, flexible, intentional
I like working with kids...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
With over 6 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 8 years old, I bring a nurturing, patient, and reliable approach to my role as a nanny. I am dedicated to supporting children's development in all areas-emotional, social, and intellectual-while helping them achieve important milestones. My approach includes...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Nelly G.
Stratford, CT
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi There ! I am currently attending Eastern Connecticut State University majoring in Early Childhood Education and Sociology. I have experience working with children as young as 2 years old to high school aged. I have worked as a head teacher for a early learning center and for an after school program. I enjoy the outdoors,...
Nelly can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello! I am a substitute teacher and experienced caring for children ages six months and up. I love reading and doing arts and crafts, as well as baking and spending time outside. I am available every week day after 2:30 p.m. and on weekends! I am open to finding a long term family to help out, or just some date nights and as...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Erin A.
Milford, CT
$20-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have tutored and assisted with remote learning in all subjects. My strengths are in language arts, Spanish, history, and mathematics. I enjoy making lessons easier for students through learning goals drafted specifically to the student I am working with. By tailoring goals to each student, I believe success is achievable.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Derby, CT
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Derby, CT?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Derby, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $18.50 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 Derby, CT?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Derby, CT. You can search for candidates by their distance from Derby 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 Derby that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Derby, 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 Derby 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 Derby, CT?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Derby, 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 Derby, 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.