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Hello! I am the mother of a 15-year-old boy and a dachshund, Ziggy. I am currently a substitute teacher. I have also worked as a day care provider as well as in home care for an infant.
My volunteer passion is being a part of the education team at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. I also enjoy reading and watching Nat Geo.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am currently a student teacher, working towards my teaching license in Middle Childhood Education (grades 4-9). I have also babysat younger children as young as 2. I am willing to help with homework and clean the house. I started babysitting when I was 11 years old and I have numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins whom I have...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Megan to watch our 2-year old daughter. Our request was last-minute, but Megan was able to accommodate and was very responsive to help us get the details worked out quickly. She showed up early and stayed late. She was incredible with our daughter and...
Phil G.
Marilyn L.
Westerville, OH
$60/hr • 10 yrs exp
Christian, Responsible, Dependable, Eager To Help Young Moms!
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently available Wed/Thurs/Sat days only, for in-home parenting consults. $90 per 1 1/2hr visit.
Stay-at-Home Mom, You are my favorite! I am eager to help build your confidence in training your children by modeling simple successful training techniques in obedience, self-control, patience, respect, etc. I also offer...
Marilyn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Marilyn is our nanny during the school year. She's wonderful, kind and loving. Not only is she great with my daughter but is excellent at managing aspects of my household...we depend on her heavily. We will be wanting her back at the end of the summer!!!"
Chea N.
5.0
(1)
I have experience tutoring individuals from all grade levels. Given my education, Math & Science are my focus however I am open to helping with other subjects. I am able to offer beginner and intermediate help with Spanish courses. My objectives are to provide a safe and judgment-free environment. With students the goal is to...
Joann S.
Westerville, OH
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Joann. I graduated with a bachelor's in Middle Childhood Education in the areas of math and science at The Ohio State University. I am a full time math teacher! I have 5 siblings that are younger than me that I have been tutoring in reading and math for a couple years, so I can be very helpful with school work and...
Joann can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Joann has watched my infant on multiple occasions. She is amazing with children and I fully trust her with my daughter! My daughter adores her. I highly recommend her!"
Tori B.
Kristen S.
Westerville, OH
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Former Lifeguard, Girl Scout Camp Counselor And Troop Leader
I started working with kids when I became a lifeguard and water safety instructor at 15. From the ages of 15 to 19 I was in charge of teaching swim lesson for groups of up to 15 kids. The youngest kid I have taught was 3 years old and the oldest kid was 17. I also have experience with mommy and me swim lessons with infants and...
Kristen can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah S.
Columbus, OH
$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have had the joy of nannying 2-year-old twins in Germany, as well as, working at a year round camp with kids ages 7 - 17, among various individual baby-sitting jobs including infants under 12 months. I love getting to see kids experience the world around them and learn to grow and explore. I enjoy reading to the younger ones,...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
I like working with kids because I love building connections with them and seeing the positive impact I can make. They inspire creativity, teach me patience, and give me a sense of purpose. It's rewarding to create a supportive space where they can be themselves and grow.
I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours that fit...
Aaliyah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!! My name is Veronica and I have lived in Sunbury for 4 years. I moved here from the sunshine state (FL!) and I'm so excited to start a new chapter here in Ohio. I've been working with kids since I was 13 and I love it. I started with my nieces and nephew and then began babysitting for the neighborhood kids. I love being with...
Veronica can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as kind, creative, and responsible.
I started working with kids 4 years ago through babysitting as well as tutoring.
In my spare time, I like to read, sew, and spend time with family.
Melina H.
Westerville, OH
$16/hr • 1 yrs exp
Children happen to be some of the easiest to get along with, they just need to be heard. I admire working with children because I make sure they start the day with a smile and end the say with another as well! When it comes to working, a good work environment is amazing to be around! Being surrounded by positivity can easily...
Melina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Elizabeth L.
Westerville, OH
$25-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
I am a Montessori teacher in a 3-6 classroom in Brooklyn, NY.
I received my masters in early childhood education/special education, with a Montessori accreditation, through Concordia College and West Side Montessori School - Teacher Education Program.
I graduated from Otterbein University near Columbus, Ohio, where I studied...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been teaching elementary education for 3 years, with experience in both primary and intermediate grade levels. I feel very comfortable teaching a variety of learners and have experience teaching students who are ELL, and students with disabilities and varied needs. I am very passionate about teaching and especially...
I have my Early Childhood Education certification and have tutored in several subjects in the past for children of various ages.
Grace R.
Westerville, OH
$17-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Grace and I live in Westerville, OH. I graduated from the University of Cincinnati with my bachelors in Early Childhood Education last spring. I'm currently a Pre-K teacher at a daycare in Lewis Center.
When I'm not working with kids, I like to read, walk/hike with my dog "Moose", and watch football (Go...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Arianne and for the past 4 years I have been teaching Kindergarten, Frist Grade and special needs preschool. Before that I was a preschool teacher for two years at an enchanted care facility. In 2011, I graduated from Otterbein University with a degree in Early Childhood and a concentration in special needs. I...
Arianne can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Monica M.
Westerville, OH
$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi!! My name is Monica, thank you for taking the time to read this and get to know me a bit! I am 20 years old and I come from a family of 8 kids (second oldest), and grew up with a lot of responsibilities around the house taking care of them and their well being. I graduated High School in 2021, and have just been working since...
Kialynne B.
Columbus, OH
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently looking for babysitting jobs in the Columbus, OH area. I am a 2x graduate from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and a Master's degree in Special Education. I have over six years of experience working with individuals of all ages with developmental and intellectual...
Kialynne can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a 21-year-old college student looking for a summer nanny position! I have experience with kids of all ages as I am an oldest child/ oldest grandchild/ oldest cousin so because of that I have grown up taking care of children all my life. I also have babysat for multiple families within my neighborhood! I am currently an...
Madelynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! My name's Rachael and I've been a Public Librarian for 13 years but am now substitute teaching, while working on my alternative license to be a school librarian. I have a 5-year-old daughter with my husband, Chris, and we have 2 cats.
I love working with children and substitute teach in grades PreK-5th. I'm looking for...
Rachael can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Galena, OH
Megan P.
5.0
We hired Megan to watch our 2-year old daughter. Our request was last-minute, but Megan was able to accommodate and was very responsive to help us get the details worked out quickly. She showed up early and stayed late. She was incredible with our daughter and jumped right in and started playing...
- Phil G.
Marilyn L.
5.0
Oh my goodness I truly do not have enough amazing words to describe Ms. Marilyn! She has changed our lives for the better in terms of organization, running the household, behavior techniques, household chores, running errands and teaching/encouraging us how to be the biblical parents God created us...
- Samantha S.
Joann S.
5.0
Joann has watched my infant on multiple occasions. She is amazing with children and I fully trust her with my daughter! My daughter adores her. I highly recommend her!
- Tori B.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Galena, OH
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Galena, OH?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Galena, OH on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 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 Galena, OH?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Galena, OH. You can search for candidates by their distance from Galena 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 Galena that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Galena, OH?
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 Galena 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 Galena, OH?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Galena, OH, 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 Galena, OH 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.