Hello all!
As an experienced nanny with 8 years of experience, I have cared for children ranging from 6 months to 13 years old and have extensive experience with multiples. My approach to childcare is gentle parenting and Montessori. I enjoy reading, doing arts and crafts, and cooking with children, and I can help with...
Azia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
5.0
"I haven't yet met Azia in person but I know how hard it is to sift through candidates and deal with no-shows so I wanted to sing my praises based on our online video interview. Azia was so professional, yet still down to earth. She seems experienced, organized,...
I have more than 2 years of experience babysitting children between 2 and 6 years old. I am an anthropologist from Peru so I speak fluent spanish and can help teaching the language to your children. I m a very calm, down to earth and family oriented person. I enjoy reading books to children, doing arts and crafts and playing...
Adriana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Adriana is very kind and caring towards my children. We developed a good friendship with her and trust her immensely."
Hi there! My name is Lily and I'm a current law student at the University of Michigan.
I'm a very experienced babysitter, having worked full-time for families with children of a variety of ages (1-10) while living in Brooklyn. I am great with homework help, assisting with instrument practice, running around outside, drawing,...
Lilian can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Lily is just wonderful. She's so warm, patient, smart, and, of course, super dependable. My 5.5yo had an amazing sitter right before Lily, so Lily had a high bar to live up to, but my daughter is in love again. My daughter may want to do 10 different pretend...
Hello, my name is Nia. I have over 3 years of experience working with a nanny agency and 7 years as an independent nanny/babysitter. Throughout my career, I've cared for children ranging from infants to preteens. I'm outgoing, nurturing, and passionate about supporting families in any way I can. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY,...
Nia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nia had been babysitting my toddler since he was about 4 months. He took to her right away, and is always happy to see her. Nia is very easy to work with: responds quickly, keeps me updated during the sit, and follows guidelines. I highly recommend her for your...
My first foray into the world of babysitting was when I began mother's helping at the age of 10. My clients were twin 4-year-old boys, and my main duties were to help them learn to read and write, so that was definitely a lot of experience both in teaching and with dealing with young twins. Once I turned 13, I had a regular...
Kathryn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Kathryn babysat for my kids for about 5 years. She was always reliable and responsible. My kids were always super excited to hear she was coming! Feel free to contact me for a more detailed reference."
Hello! My name is Joan. I can speak English fluently. I have had 5+ years of experience working with kids with all different ages from 3months-15 years old as a teacher, teacher aide and as a babysitter\nanny. As a teacher aide my duties are help the kids in their everyday activity in school like how to put on their shoes...
Joan Mae can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
3.0
"Overall Joan was flexible and had a willingness to learn. Didn't have baby experience but picked up quickly. One negative is that she is not very reliable, called out sick 3 times in the one month she worked for us. "
Hi parents!
I appreciate your taking the time to read my profile! I'm a reliable, playful, affectionate, and kind native New Yorker who genuinely loves children! I have cared for both boys and girls, newborn to teenage years, and also have experience working in an in-home daycare and teaching toddler activity classes.
As a...
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were arriving to NYC with a 2 year old and 5 year old straight off a plane from London. We hired Laura to take care of the children at our hotel for 2 nights when staying in New York- I was a bit nervous given the jet lag, etc. Laura was amazing! My daughter...
I have over 10 years of experience tutoring all levels from Elementary to College. I take great pride in helping students develop love for learning and strive for academic excellence. Flexible hours!
5.0
"Marjana is an amazing tutor who made a huge difference in my son's life. She is a wonderful teacher and a very kind and caring person (and exceptionally reliable employee). She's organized, intelligent, and highly motivated to help children and make sure they...
Hi! I am a reliable, committed, and engaging tutor from Queens, NY.
I have worked with students in K-12 and collegiate curriculum. Through both my volunteer and work experiences, I have helped students in English, Religion, Philosophy, Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, Physics, and Math. I recently graduated with a Bachelor of...
5.0
"Maliha is a great tutor! She really takes time ensuring you feel confident and leave understanding the material. I always feel comfortable asking her questions since she's very patient and explains things step by step in an easily understandable way. I highly...
I am an upbeat, interactive, articulate, attentive, fun, and very nurturing woman who has over 10 years experience working as a nanny. I have also been employed as a Hatha Yoga instructor to 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th graders as part of an experimental remedial reading/writing art program. I genuinely enjoy engaging a child in safe,...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lisa was very helpful with our daughter. She helped with her when she was between the ages of 1 and 2.5 years old. Lisa taught our daughter how to communicate from a young age. In particular, she was frequently interacting with her both in one-one conversations and...
Hi my name is Rachel! I am a Pace University alumni and currently studying to go to nursing school. I have experience caring for all ages (newborns and up). I have been babysitting for 10+ years & have many younger cousins who I've looked after since they were infants. I have experience changing diapers, bottle feeding, light...
5.0
"Rachel has been babysitting for our family for many years. She is kind, reliable and honest. Her sweet disposition and love for children was always evident when she was with us. Any family would be so lucky to have Rachel in their employ."
Hello! I'm Celia, an enthusiastic teacher and tutor. With a Bachelor's of Sociology with minors in Psychology, Social Justice, and Gender Studies from Brandeis University, I can aid in an array of subjects from social sciences to statistics. I customize my teaching style to each child and work with them to help them be their...
I've had this joy of caring and growing with children for over 11 years starting at home. Babysitting my siblings also at times my mothers friends children. My first nanny job started with a 3-month-old baby boy. I was his nanny until he was 3 years old and his mom moved to Texas. Being she was single parent I even flew out...
Kathy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"I wish I could of hire Kathy full time but she the first person I call when I need a babysitter. Please don't pass up on a very reliable person that would love your kids and treat them as their weer part of her family."
Hello!
My name is Laura and I am a 27-year-old Australian who is temporarily living in NYC (I am a US citizen). I have 13 years of babysitting/nannying experience and have also been teaching for 2. 5 years.
I was a longtime (10+ years) nanny for a wonderful family of 7 since the eldest was an infant so I am very confident with...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura was more than just our babysitter/nanny for over 12 years, she was the surrogate parent to our five children and is our family's person for everything!
Her skills range from nannying all ages, postpartum and overnight care, remarkable tutoring, organization,...
I have tutored alongside nannying for a couple of years now. Most recently, I developed a theatre education curriculum for a Pre-School gaining accreditation in Panama. Additionally, I have worked as an education intern at the Alley Theatre in Houston, Texas. Love working with kids and education has always been apart of my life.
Hello I'm Julia, a Manhattan-based tutor, passionate about working with kids of all ages. My specialities are History, English, and French, although I also have experience tutoring in Math and Science.
I currently work in higher education for a distinguished university and have great familiarity with how the US and French...
5.0
"Julia has the patience of a saint and is really able to break things down to the basics. She's thorough and fun to hang with as well. She helped me get to where I need to go and built my confidence up on a number of topics. I came out a much better student because...
Hello! I go by Lalo [Lah-low] and I'm a 20-something Fine Arts major in the city. I've got a lot of experience all the way from infants to teens, from camp counselor, to art tutoring, nannying, and arts instructor. I enjoy my work and mesh well into lots of different sorts of family systems. I seek to help foster a nurturing...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren is great with our 2 year old and 5 month old. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for help with their little ones."
I'd describe my personality as respectful, friendly, great person !
Hi my name is Maria, but you can call me Alejandra. I live in Astoria, Queens and I'm CPR certified. I graduated from high school and I studied nursing for a year and a half- my dream job is to one day be a pediatric nurse. I'm 32 years old, I'm bilingual in...
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maria was super friendly and responsive. Great with our newborn girl. "
Hello everyone my name is Lorena, I'm 28 years old. I am bilingual I speak English and native Spanish.
I have a background in Childhood education (worked as a preschool and elementary teacher) I graduated from BMCC in PSY and currently I am finishing my major in Child PSY at CUNY BA.
Besides my experiences as a teacher I...
Lorena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"We loyally LOVED Our babysitter! My Son was thrilled to be with her each time!!"
Hi there! My name is Julie and I'm super friendly and fun. I am the baby of 6 children and an aunt since 4th grade so childcare is second nature to me. I have always been naturally equipped and genuinely enjoy being around & caring for children. Outside of my 14 nieces and nephews, I've been professionally sitting for children...
Julie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Our son is typically shy around new people but Julie is one of those caregivers that walks into the room and instantly wins kids (and parents) over. She is always attentive to our notes and instructions while jumping right into playtime, and we can walk out the...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Forest Hills, NY
Azia E.
5.0
I haven't yet met Azia in person but I know how hard it is to sift through candidates and deal with no-shows so I wanted to sing my praises based on our online video interview. Azia was so professional, yet still down to earth. She seems experienced, organized, communicative, and committed to make...
- Melissa C.
Adriana A.
5.0
Adriana is very kind and caring towards my children. We developed a good friendship with her and trust her immensely.
- Care member
Lilian S.
5.0
Lily is just wonderful. She's so warm, patient, smart, and, of course, super dependable. My 5.5yo had an amazing sitter right before Lily, so Lily had a high bar to live up to, but my daughter is in love again. My daughter may want to do 10 different pretend play scenarios in a half hour, and...
- Amanda A.
Nia C.
5.0
We abruptly lost our childcare and were very stressed out. Nia spent 4 weeks with us and was amazing. Our baby loved her and we felt like we could completely trust Nia with her. She was very attentive for her needs, learned everything extremely quickly and was very flexible with every adjustment we...
- Care member
Kathryn H.
5.0
Kathryn was able to sit for us last minute when another sitter cancelled. She was great. As first time parents we felt very comfortable leaving our newborn daughter with her for the evening, and we would definitely use her again.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Forest Hills, NY
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Forest Hills, NY?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Forest Hills, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $27.00 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 Forest Hills, NY?
Care.com currently has 12 reading tutors in Forest Hills, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Forest Hills, 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 Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills, NY?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Forest Hills, 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 Forest Hills, 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.