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60 reading tutors are listed in Downingtown, PA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Downingtown, PA
5.0
(1)
With over 19 years of teaching experience ranging from the 6th grade to college level, I am chomping at the bit to get back to helping students polish their writing and reading comprehension.
With a deep background in technical writing as well as a variety of software applications, I have decided to return to my educational...
5.0
"Sue is a wonderful teacher and helped my daughter with her college essay. She's been accepted to 2 great universities. She received grants amounting to 50% of the tuition,"
Frank R.
I have 2 years of experience teaching. I can help with Elementary Math, Reading and Writing. I have experience designing lessons using differentiated instruction methods to address the academic needs of students.
I have 19+ years of classroom experience and have taught Pre-K (6 Yrs), K (1), 2nd (1 Yr), 3rd (7 Yrs) & 4th (4 Yrs) in a variety of learning environments. I have a Dual BA degree in Psychology and Elementary Education and my Master's in Education. I have worked with students of all ages with varied challenges such as ADD, ADHD,...
Along with my years of experience in childcare, I currently volunteer tutor inner-city middle school studentss in Philadelphia through the AVID program.
James, Jr. C.
Downingtown, PA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With years of experience in schools combined with training in a Masters of Education program, I can help your child with what they need to learn.
For the past two years, I have worked as an instructional assistant for elementary and middle schools in English, Math and Special Education. I am currently tutoring a 9-year-old,...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mother of 2, now empty nester. Looking for part-time jobs to earn some extra spending money. Lots of experience, cleaning my own home and others' homes. Detailed and efficient, at a very affordable price. Trustworthy and dependable. Can give references if wanting.
5.0
(1)
I am fun-loving, energetic, and I love children!
I enjoy playing outside, doing crafts, and teaching kids new ways to have fun, but most importantly, I'm not afraid of getting messy or of bugs.
For the past three years, I have served as a student-intern, under the leadership of a certified teacher, for elementary level students...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"We have known Rachel for many years and have had her in our home, both as friend and babysitter many times. She is bright, cheerful, lots of fun and does a great job picking up after the evening. She is an excellent choice for caring for your child/children!"
Jeannine G.
Hailey M.
Downingtown, PA
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hello! I am a junior in nursing school and am CPR certified, as well as trained in basic first aid skills. I have many years of home health, babysitting, and pet sitting experience. I have three years of tutoring experience for SAT prep and most basic high school classes, including math up through pre calc.
I'd describe my...
Hailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ashlyn D.
Downingtown, PA
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
If I had to describe my personality in three words it would be: caring, open-minded, and empathetic
I started working with kids during my sophomore year of high school. My senior project was to help teach kids soccer with my old soccer coach at FC Delco. I loved it so much that I completed 20+ more hours than what I needed...
Ashlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
(2)
For more than 12 years, I home educated my four children. In addition to providing home education, I have assisted in choosing and teaching curriculum for various local cooperative education communities. For the past 20 years I have participated in several educational opportunities I was employed at Faith Christian Academy,...
5.0
"If you are looking for a warm, loving, competent, creative and energetic tutor for your child, you can't do better than Sheri Stehr. I have known Sheri for more than 20 years, as a friend and fellow teacher. I am currently her ESL Mentor for a global ESL tutoring...
Karen J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Amanda and I am a Penn State graduate with a B. S., M. Ed in Special Education and Curriculum Development. I am currently a Reading Specialist, as well as a former teacher.
I have worked as a babysitter/ tutor for 6+ years with kiddos of all ages! I am looking to babysit and/or tutor after school in the West...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Amanda is caring, punctual, kept the kids safe and entertained during a tough time where they were confined to the home. She was able to supplement caring for the kids with grade appropriate school lessons and activities. I highly recommend her!"
Nianda R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have an abundance of child care experience, starting from an early age (I have 14 nieces and nephews!). I am currently a middle school Reading Specialist, and have been working as a teacher for 25 plus years. I enjoy working with children and their families so much that I have been consistently employed part-time as a...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lisa is a gem. She has become a part of our extended family - and the kids love her. Her background as a reading specialist has been invaluable because she understands teenagers, respects them and relates to them very well. I have continued to have Lisa stay...
Darlene M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Debbie and I am currently looking for a full time or part time nanny position. I have a very flexible schedule and am available to work anytime Monday-Friday 7a-7p with the occasional Saturday. I have 40 years of experience being a nanny. Being a nanny is my passion. I love children and treat every child I have...
Debbie can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Debbie is the sweetest! Our childcare needs changed unexpectedly and we ended up not needing to hire her but I would fully trust her with my kids. I wish our plans didn't change and she could have been our nanny. HIGHLY recommend."
Erin G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
Welcome to my profile! I am currently a Reading Specialist in Chester County, as well as a former special education teacher. I have taught early elementary grades-high school in learning support, autistic support, and life skills classroom settings. I received both my undergraduate/graduate degrees from Penn State...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, thank you for taking the time to review my profile and qualifications! I graduated with honors from West Chester University where I earned a degree in Elementary Education and Theater. I hold three Pennsylvania Teacher Certifications in Grades PreK-6 and 7-8 Social Studies. I have more than six combined years of...
5.0
"Mary Kate worked with our daughter for 6 months and helped her make significant progress. She was always on time and very flexible. She connected well with our daughter and built a great rapport with her. I would hire her again."
Keynard E.
I have extensive experience working with and supervising kids of various ages. I've tutored, taught and done babysitting. I'm responsible, reliable, patient and very creative. I like to inspire and motivate kids to do better and believe in themselves. I'm currently in graduate school part-time getting my Masters degree in...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, patient, and friendly!
I like working with kids because I am an Education Major! I have recently graduated from my local community college and will be continuing my studies at West Chester University in PA. I have grown up babysitting, including my cousins since they were newborns.
I'm...
Cheyenne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ashley R.
Coatesville, PA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello families! I am a third year teacher in Reading School District. I have a BA in Elementary Education, MS in Curriculum and Instruction and will have a MA in English Language Learning. I love doing crafts, reading, homework, playing games, doing outdoor activities, and going places with kids. I have my own transportation and...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired teacher. I taught for 34 years, grades K-6th grade. As a youngster I did a lot of babysitting which set me up for my interest in becoming a teacher. Very organized, dependable and good at multi-tasking. Have been settled in this area for 22 years. Active with interacting with the children. Have tutored kids also,...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Wendy M.
West Chester, PA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taught for five years and currently stay home with my four children. I have been babysitting children since I was 12 years old and have tutored in reading and math over the years. My oldest two just graduated from high school. So, I have an 8th and 9th grader at home. I have been home schooling my kids for the past 15...
Wendy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Downingtown, PA
Susan S.
5.0
Sue is a wonderful teacher and helped my daughter with her college essay. She's been accepted to 2 great universities. She received grants amounting to 50% of the tuition,
- Frank R.
Rachel K.
5.0
We have known Rachel for many years and have had her in our home, both as friend and babysitter many times. She is bright, cheerful, lots of fun and does a great job picking up after the evening. She is an excellent choice for caring for your child/children!
- Jeannine G.
Sheri S.
5.0
If you are looking for a warm, loving, competent, creative and energetic tutor for your child, you can't do better than Sheri Stehr. I have known Sheri for more than 20 years, as a friend and fellow teacher. I am currently her ESL Mentor for a global ESL tutoring company, and I know her to be a...
- Karen J.
Amanda W.
5.0
Amanda is caring, punctual, kept the kids safe and entertained during a tough time where they were confined to the home. She was able to supplement caring for the kids with grade appropriate school lessons and activities. I highly recommend her!
- Nianda R.
Lisa R.
5.0
We highly recommend Lisa! She was great with my 3 children. They loved her for her balance of fun and discipline! She was flexible and very dependable. If our current life circumstances were different she'd still be with us!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Downingtown, PA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Downingtown, PA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Downingtown, PA on Care.com will cost an average of $23.00 per hour as of March 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 Downingtown, PA?
Care.com currently has 9 reading tutors in Downingtown, PA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Downingtown 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 Downingtown that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Downingtown, PA?
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 Downingtown 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 Downingtown, PA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Downingtown, PA, 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 Downingtown, PA 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.