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Find reading tutors in Downey, CA that you’ll love
60 reading tutors are listed in Downey, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Downey, CA
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I taught elementary school for over 35 years and am recently retired. I love children and enjoy teaching them.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I watched 3 children for 3 years while they were in school and I took them to the library everyday after school. I did homework with them. I love kids and I love helping them to learn.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Marleni. My objective is to find a good family to work with that offers good relationship, trust I can respect and appreciate his individuality, and provide care to their kids doing my best and teaching them my experience.
I am responsible, organized and trust person.
Enthusiastic and cooperative.
I like to provided a...
Marleni can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a college student and work as a Spanish tutor. I am able to tutor in speaking, reading, and writing. I can also tutor in English reading, writing, and speaking.
5.0
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I was trained as a tutor at UCLA where I helped athletes in multiple subjects including, but not limited to English, Writing, Earth Science, and History. I also worked with an after school program at an elementary school where I provided homework help in a variety of subjects. I have also been a special education teacher and...
5.0
"She was an excellent tutor! My daughter has dyslexia and she is the only one among 4 tutors we had, who patiently helped my daughter. Because of her good personality, kind, friendly, and very passionate for her job my daughter and Ms Joy clicked and they enjoyed...
Chuck C.
Tiffany W.
Alhambra, CA
$40-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Credentialed Teacher Available For Tutoring!
5.0
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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tiffany. I'm 32 years old and a graduate student at UCLA going for my doctorate in Education. I am also a former teacher (in special education and English Language Development). I have worked with and taught students in K-12, as well as adult learners and student teachers!
I am a very patient teacher, and have...
5.0
"Tiffany is a very loving and patient teacher. She has been helping my daughter fifth grade English for more than a year. My daughter improved a lot with her writing and reading comprehension. Now she is very confident and ready for sixth grade. We are very grateful...
Tiffany L.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm originally from the Santa Barbara area, and after having gone away for college and living in SE Asia for a few years, I've settled Norwalk, CA. A little about me: I graduated from UC Berkeley in 2018 with a degree in Linguistics and a minor in Education. During my 4 years in Bay Area, I taught elementary, middle...
Fatima can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
I'm Aaryn, I'm 24 and from Rosemead, CA. I am a college student seeking for new adventures and being able to impact children in a positive and most engaging way possible. I study chemistry at CSULA. I work at an elementary afterschool program that teaches kids science, math, arts and crafts, stability, stress relievers, and...
Aaryn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
I am a recent graduate of USC with 10+ years of babysitting experience. I am reliable, patient and fun and will create a safe and stimulating environment for your children! I am fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, as well as English and am able to help with homework, light housework, etc. in addition to babysitting. During the day...
Carmen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Ellen W.
Los Angeles, CA
$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Ellen and I would love to hang out with your kids. I am currently a Resource Specialist at a high school, working towards my SPED and Multiple Subject teaching credentials. My background is in social work and I have years of experience working with children and adolescents between the ages of 3-18.
Some...
Ellen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have years of experience with a wide variety of ages with children, sometimes many ages at once!
I am creative, love to play pretend, read books, build forts, and complete art projects! I love getting to know a child and finding out what their favorite activities are. Alongside professional nannying, I have also been a youth...
Veronica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Erika M.
Compton, CA
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a dedicated and compassionate nanny with experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I am passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I have worked with kids for 4 years now as a teacher, assistant for kids with special needs, and a...
Erika can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Karla M.
South Gate, CA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Caregiver/Tutor/ Run Errands Available Monday-Friday All Day
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Karla. I have experience in different spaces such as instructional assistant, teaching assistant, mentorship coordinator/peer counselor, and after school volunteer. I have 5 years of experience as a 1st grade teacher. I am CPR certified.
My main role in these spaces was a facilitator of learning who focused on...
I am charming, reliable, energetic, and responsible. I am here to help you raise your baby. My priority as a nanny is to work with your baby on their emotional, social, linguistic, and cognitive development. I can offer age-appropriate activities. My native language is Spanish, and my English is basic. However, we can...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
I'm Aaryn, I'm 24 and from Rosemead, CA. I am a college student seeking for new adventures and being able to impact children in a positive and most engaging way possible. I study chemistry at CSULA. I work at an elementary afterschool program that teaches kids science, math, arts and crafts, stability, stress relievers, and...
Karen S.
Long Beach, CA
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have been a home school teacher and a tutor for years. I have a very friendly personality and great communication skills. I am very patient, committed, and organized. I enjoy working with a diverse group of students and through my tutoring I have seen significant improvement in my students' academics.
Maria M.
La Mirada, CA
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi, I'm a Charismatic, Spanish speaker, patient and fun nanny. 6+years experience with baby's 0-12 months and older children. Ability to transport children to their different activities. I maintain a close relationship with the parents to report any irregularities.. I am known for organizing reading sessions and educational...
Audrey O.
Lakewood, CA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello my name is Audrey and I have my BA in child development and family life education. I'm currently pursuing my teaching credential to become a resource specialist in special education. I have taught preschool and work academically with kindergarten- 5th grade.
Michele M.
Buena Park, CA
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am 25-years-old. I have previous experience as a daycare/preschool teacher and years of experience as a nanny. I am CPR/First Aid Certified. I can help with light housekeeping. I'm comfortable with pets. I can do some help preparing meals. I can do laundry just for kids. I love outdoor activities. I enjoy doing crafts and...
Michele can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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My name is Dominique. I graduated with a BA in Liberal Studies and completed my multiple-subject teaching credential. I am now in my fourth year in the classroom, teaching 2nd grade full-time. Additionally, I am pursuing my Master's in Education at...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Downey, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Downey, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Downey, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $23.11 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 Downey, CA?
Care.com currently has 9 reading tutors in Downey, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Downey 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 Downey that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Downey, CA?
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 Downey 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 Downey, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Downey, CA, 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 Downey, CA 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 Downey, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Reading Tutors in Downey, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.