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Maria S.
South Plainfield, NJ
$50-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Elementary School Teacher/Part-Time Tutor
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Maria. I have be working as an elementary public school teacher for 29 years. Currently, I teach second grade. I have also taught grades 1, 3, and 5. I have experience working with Special Education students in an inclusion setting, and work one-on-one with special ed students privately. I am available to tutor...
5.0
"Maria is such an asset to our sons academic growth!!!! He's been coming to Maria for a few years now and we definitely have seen some growth in him. She is great to work with and always accommodating with our schedules. My son never complains to come to see her,...
Elma P.
5.0
(3)
Hello! My name is Laila and I am a full-time 6th grade Language Arts Teacher in Colts Neck, NJ. I live in Matawan, NJ. I am 26 years old and I have experience babysitting for a variety of different ages and needs. I have a love for teaching, learning, and connecting with young minds! I have worked in childcare/education for 7+...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laila was a wonderful caregiver - who was attentive, prompt, responsible, and eager to do a good job. She was so sweet to my kids. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Tutor available for test preparation for elementary school.
Child care available part-time
Dog Walking available part-time
5.0
"Lisa,is a responsible mature woman who loves working with children. She is an educator who has many years of experience dealing with children of all ages and backgrounds. She is educated, caring, friendly, warm and fun loving. She would be an asset to your agency. "
Grace G.
5.0
(23)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Please read my profile before contacting me. Serious inquires only. $30 hour and up
Currently seeking :
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My Early Educator as a teaching assistant, began 2007 to 2012 ages 2 to 5 y. o
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Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very accommodating. She was great with the baby, didn't have any trouble putting her down for naps, spent time engaging the...
Adriana I.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience working with infants and children! I have a great passion for working with, and caring for them! They play a major part in my life! I have four children, which includes twins, and five grandhildren. Most of my free time is spent with them
Kathy can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kathy worked for me and my husband for 3 months in caring for my newborn daughter from literally the day I came home from the hospital until recently when we were able to turn to family for care giving for my return to work. She is incredibly kind and warm, always...
Josephine Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I began tutoring during college as a way to stay connected in the local community (and earn pocket cash). Since then, I've had the pleasure of working with families of different backgrounds and children with ranging levels of academic comfort. Teaching has become a passion of mine.
Specific clients/experience includes:
-3 ESL...
Julia H.
East Brunswick, NJ
$15-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I can tutor students in elementary, middle, and high school topics. During high school, I took a variety of AP courses and scored high enough to earn college credit. I graduated from Fordham University in 2019, where I majored in Philosophy and minored in History. I am currently a student at GW Law.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Tina. I am a mature, responsible, honest & trustworthy adult. I love music, dancing, taking walks and reading a great book. I have 2 adult children, a beautiful granddaughter and a great husband. I have worked in the medical field in an office manager capacity for many years. I have also obtained my NYC teaching...
Tina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had hired Tina to help watch my 2 yr old son and newborn daughter. This was the first time I ever hired help.
She was a pleasure to have. Tina excelled at juggling my two kids different schedules and always came up with ideas to keep them busy. She is very...
Andrew G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Teacher of Early Childhood and Elementary Education with over 30 years teaching experience in public education. My honors include Franklin School Teacher of the Year, NJ Governor's Recognition for Outstanding Teaching, Character Education Director and Greater Somerset County YMCA Leader. I have expertise in...
5.0
"JENNIFER IS AMAZING! She has been tutoring my two daughters in reading/math for the past 2 years. What a wonderful teacher! Patient, super detailed, knowledgeable, caring, and just an all-around fantastic person. Highly recommend!"
David M.
Shalayne V.
Sewaren, NJ
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello,
My name is Shalayne. I am a 38-year-old woman who has been around kids for all of my life. Growing up with 4 younger siblings, I was pretty much my mother's helper with everything. I have been in the child care business for the better side of 20 years working with ages from infant to 20 years old. I was also a preschool...
Shalayne can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Great with children of all ages! Great as an educator and sitter. Has years of experience handling infants to teenagers. Bright and shiny personality - will love and take care of your children as if they were her own! Known her for over 15 years - smart, educated,...
Heather S.
4.9
(39)
Hired by 38 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Amy, a dedicated educator with a Master's in Education and certifications in Pre-K through Grade 6 and secondary education. I specialize in creating engaging, personalized lessons for students of all ages, from early childhood through college, across a wide range of subjects including math, science, reading, and...
5.0
"Amy has been a very flexible and reliable tutor for my son. She covers many subjects and has been very helpful. "
Care member
Reading and playtime, homework help, healthy and fun environment, average cooking skills, entertainment etc. any amount of care your little ones may need, I can contribute.
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
I am mom of 2 kids, and I am a patient, loving and caring person, and enjoy being with kids. I also have a full time job and I am available on weekends and some evenings.
I'd describe my personality as warm, caring and patient.
I like working with kids because I am a mom myself and connect with kids, and kids motivate me.
I'm...
Paige T.
Port Reading, NJ
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
It's always been my passion to work with children. I started babysitting when I was 14. Throughout high school, I babysat for 3 families both part-time and full-time. At 16, I started working at my community center as a babysitter and assistant teacher. I helped with homework and engaged in creative play. In the fall of 2017, I...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I have been babysitting for as long as I can remember. I have always loved being around children, especially since I'm a child at heart! As a teacher, I love reading with children, playing games and other activities that require kids to use their imaginations and problem-solving skills. I'm flexible and easy going, but firm and...
Laura can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
About me:
I have been working at Learning Center, teaching kids how to read, do math, and write. I have five years experience teaching kids ranging from ages three to 15. I like to tailor each lesson to every student because every one has his/her own learning styles. I don't mind having fun in the process but overall, when it...
Janice B.
Scotch Plains, NJ
$28/hr • 20 yrs exp
I've dedicated over 30 years of my life to being a childcare provider because seeing children grow and learn is my passion. In addition to my extensive experience as a teacher, I also have eight grandchildren whom I share very special relationships with. As a certified teacher with early childhood development coursework, I'm...
Janice can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi families!
I'm currently looking for a part-time nannying position with a family in the Denver area. I'm an Elementary school teacher who recently relocated back to CO in December. I have part time availability (Wednesdays & Fridays w/ occasional weekends open) and transportation of my own. I'm very comfortable with pets and...
Gabriella can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Michele G.
South Amboy, NJ
$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as personable, patient, kind.
I like working with kids because it is my whole life! I am a teacher. I teach general education, special education and I am a reading specialist.
I started working with kids 12 years ago.
One thing you should know about me is I have a masters degree in education.
I recently graduated from college with a biochemistry degree. I can help in all areas of science for tutoring. I am very encouraging and have patience for children when they are making mistakes as they learn. I have experience increasing student's performance, and you can count on me to help your child succeed.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Fords, NJ
Maria S.
5.0
Maria is such an asset to our sons academic growth!!!! He's been coming to Maria for a few years now and we definitely have seen some growth in him. She is great to work with and always accommodating with our schedules. My son never complains to come to see her, she's very patient and nice....
- Elma P.
Laila T.
5.0
Laila watched our 18 month old son full time last summer when we had some issues with our previous daycare center. From our very first communication, I was so impressed with her. She’s passionate about kids and has a really pleasant disposition. She is communicative and reliable, followed our son’s...
- Allison N.
Lisa A.
5.0
Lisa,is a responsible mature woman who loves working with children. She is an educator who has many years of experience dealing with children of all ages and backgrounds. She is educated, caring, friendly, warm and fun loving. She would be an asset to your agency.
- Grace G.
Autumn H.
5.0
Autumn watched my 6 months old for 3 days for 4 hours each day. She is by far the best sitter I have ever met. I would hire her again. She is very accommodating. She was great with the baby, didn't have any trouble putting her down for naps, spent time engaging the baby with books and toys. So...
- Adriana I.
Kathy W.
5.0
Kathy worked for me and my husband for 3 months in caring for my newborn daughter from literally the day I came home from the hospital until recently when we were able to turn to family for care giving for my return to work. She is incredibly kind and warm, always on time if not early, and just...
- Josephine Z.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Fords, NJ
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Fords, NJ?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Fords, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $15.00 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 Fords, NJ?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Fords, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Fords 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 Fords that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Fords, NJ?
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 Fords 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 Fords, NJ?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Fords, NJ, 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 Fords, NJ 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.