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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother and grandmother myself, and have been a full time child care provider for over 10 years. I have taken care of children newborn to 10 years of age. Working with children is a passion of mine. I enjoy teaching and encouraging the development of young children. From potty training to ABC's and basic reading skills, I...
Shelia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have a Bachelor's degree in Biology, and a Master's in Teaching Early Childhood Education. I taught high school and middle school science for 2 years, and have been in early childhood education for the past 8 years. I have taught and have experience with all age groups, and am currently teaching a 3rd/4th grade combination...
Caring, Compassionate and loving.
I'd describe my personality as a caregiver who is caring and compassionate in providing care for the adults and children.
I like working with kids because I have been doing this since I was 9yrs old. I naturally love children.
I'm looking for a job that the family also love to recieve...
I tutored for 3 years and absolutely fell in love with it!! But before I became a tutor, I was the oldest sister and was always helping my little sisters out with their homework or school projects. It's a challenge and after putting in all the hard work, right there with the kids, it is so rewarding to watch them achieve their...
Kelli W.
Columbus, OH
$20-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Most recently I have nannied for a few families, I have also worked in a daycare for about 3 years and have had experience watching children since I was 15. I've kept kids busy while mom needed time to get things done as well as date nights and while parents were at work. I've had experience with children in ages ranging from 4...
Kelli can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My vision for high quality summer childcare would be to offer a mix of fun, physical activity, playing games, reading books, and any tutoring that a parent would like their child to have. I graduated from Worthington Christian High School in 2019 and I am getting ready to finish up my sophomore year of college at Cedarville...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Penny and I'm a 21-year-old, third year college student looking to work as a babysitter or nanny during the summer.
Due to college I haven't been working as a sitter lately, but I did have several baby sitting jobs through out high school. I have experience with children age 2 to 12 and, in addition to...
Penny can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Julianna but I go by Jules, I'm starting school in August to become an elementary teacher it's been my dream since I was in elementary school. I love working with kids they bring me so much joy and laughter. I'm a good cook and I don't mind cleaning while working at all. I'm good at handling tantrums in a calm manner...
Nancy P.
New Albany, OH
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello, I am a happy, patient and understanding person. I have been babysitting for approximately 7 years and I can say that I really enjoy it and I do it with a lot of love, I am married and have a beautiful 8-month-old daughter.
I'd describe my personality as honest, loving and patient
I like working with kids because I...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Hello, My name is Avantaea. I am currently a junior at Denison University. I have a passion for working with kids and helping them unleash their inner creativity. I have worked with kids for 7+ years in many different environments. I enjoy being outside and being active! I also love crafts and building things. I am a non-smoker...
At college, I currently work in our library on campus as a course-based tutor. When covid first happened, I homeschooled two kids ages kindergarten and fourth grade. During my nanny positions, I have planned some activities and lessons.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a counselor and instructor for children ages 2-18 at summer camps and gymnastics classes, as well as coaching volleyball for 10 years.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Communication, and am currently attending school to continue my education and become an RN. I work as a Public Information Specialist, and spend most of...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting when I was in middle school for a family friend. Since then I have babysat for multiple different families, with children of all different ages.
I have worked with both school aged students and young children at various schools and summer camps around the Columbus area. I currently work at Primrose School...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Sara G.
Westerville, OH
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have done homework help and tutoring both with family member and the children I babysit with. I have a 3.6 GPA, and I love children.
I am a retired English and theatre teacher. I have raised my own children, grandchildren, and mentored more than 2, 000 high school students. Being a child should be fun, so I enjoy providing creative play and experiences for children. I enjoy reading, crafts, creative play, outdoor adventures, walks, and bike rides. I am happy...
Valerie M can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Tyrena! I'm an experienced nanny with 3 years of experience and 2 years in a licensed childcare center. I'm CPR and First Aid certified and pursuing a degree in childhood psychology. I follow Montessori teaching styles and value each child's individuality, using developmentally appropriate activities and crafts to foster...
Tyrena can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 20 years of experience working with and teaching children of all ages. I earned both a B.S. and an M.S. education degree in human and child development. I provide a safe atmosphere where children can learn and have fun and am dedicated to making this service affordable. I am willing to take subsidized payments. I provide...
Tashianna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 31-year-old certified teacher and mom. I have a bachelor's degree in Communications Sciences and Disorders and a minor in Communications, and I have my masters in Elementary Education. I was a lifeguard for 9 years in college. During that time I was in charge of swim lessons for children ages 1-13. I have had a lot of...
Lindsey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lindsey was wonderful with both my
Boys. This year has been crazy and her diversity in being able to handle such a large age gap was impressive. She was kind and showed my kids important life skills!"
Natalie C.
Maddalena S.
Columbus, OH
$14-30/hr
5.0
(1)
I've always been an excellent writer and previously tutored reading. . I loved working with the kids there and was inspired to continue working with adolescents and young adults. My approach to working with others is empathy and patience-oriented. I encourage confidence in others while guiding them to gain the skills they need...
5.0
"Maddalena was on time and walked Blaze for an hour. He listened to her just fine and there were no issues. Overall she did a great job. We will definitely hire her again"
Suraj V.
Andrea K.
Columbus, OH
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
***CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE FULL TIME***
Hi!
My name is Andrea. I am currently a graduate student of couples and family therapy looking for part-time work as a nanny/sitter while I am in school. I have over five years of experience working with kids as a nanny, sitter, and early education teacher in addition to 3 years of mental...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Andrea is great with kids of all ages! She is an awesome pre-school teacher and babysitter. We will definitely hire her again and recommend her as well. "
Brad B.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Galena, OH
Lindsey D.
5.0
Lindsey was wonderful with both my
Boys. This year has been crazy and her diversity in being able to handle such a large age gap was impressive. She was kind and showed my kids important life skills!
- Natalie C.
Maddalena S.
5.0
Maddalena was on time and walked Blaze for an hour. He listened to her just fine and there were no issues. Overall she did a great job. We will definitely hire her again
- Suraj V.
Andrea K.
5.0
Amazing! Would absolutely hire again! She was excellent with our kids. She communicated things very well and the kids responded well to her.
- Jordan V.
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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 February 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.