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Hi! My name is Katie and I am a Fourth Grade teacher. I started to tutor when I was in college for children that were in 1st grade up until 6th grade. I have tutored children in multiple subject areas including test prep for the state tests in grade 3, 4 and 5. I also have tutored children who need extra support in reading...
Nicole I.
Garden City, NY
$50-75/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently a 1st grade special education teacher working in the NYC DOE. In the last few years I have taught 2nd grade, Kindergarten, 5th grade and 6th grade. I love working with kids and would love to help your child succeed!
Working with children has been my dream and lifestyle for as long as I can remember. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and tutoring local kids in my hometown for their middle school education since I was 14! For all four years of high school I taught religious education to first graders. I also work at a...
Joanna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(1)
I am currently a Kindergarten teacher in Flushing, NY. I have experience with children from 1 year to 13 years of age. I absolutely love what I do and always make it a goal to keep children entertained, well-fed, clean, and most importantly, safe. It is vital to create a comfortable relationship with the child and families,...
Mabel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mabel was recommended to me through a family friend when I needed someone to watch my two year old daughter after my mother in law moved out of state. Let me start by saying she is very warm and nurturing, my daughter took to her immediately! I could tell within...
Kyara M.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
During my community service in High School, I volunteered at an Elementary as an after-school care helper. I helped care for kids with Special Needs and, on a regular basis, every day I would assist in caring for a class of 20 kids ranging in age from 5 to 7 years old kids. I totally loved the experience of sharing in their fun...
Maribel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Be lucky if you can have Maribel spend time with your little ones! She is the absolute best! We wish we could take her with us everywhere we go!"
Josh D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Diana, I am 25 years old and I am a nursing student! I began babysitting when I was 15 years old and I love it so much. I am super creative, energetic, loving and I love to have fun with the kids! I have experience with babysitting children and coaching children. I have taught gymnastics for kids ages 2-16. I can...
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very reliable and punctual . She helped out a lot when I was trying to give the kids less screen time. Always followed house rules. Kids love her cooking ."
Ileana R.
Zaira H.
Westbury, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Nice to meet you, let me tell you a little bit about myself. I work at a school, I mostly babysit on my free time. After graduating from high school 10 years ago I started working at a daycare and since then working with kids has been my passion.
I'd describe my personality as understanding, patient, caring
I started...
Zaira can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Zaira was so helpful with my 10 month old daughter. She's very sweet and patient. Would recommend 10/10."
Pawanjeet K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi! After working in a daycare for 6 years and at an afterschool program teaching "young entrepreneurs" I have opened my eyes to a whole new world! From assisting with meals and homework to working with children of different backgrounds, I have grown to love working with children. Currently I'm looking to find work that fits...
Nailah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She was punctual and very patient with J and she’s not easy to deal with. She was very clear as far as communicating on how J was doing and keeping me updated. I was able to spend time with my family and me and my husband got a much needed break I am very...
Brittany W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a well educated, citizen, responsible and good care provider. I have over 9 years of experience of babysitting from infants to toddlers. So for, I worked with 7 families. I can do pick ups and drop offs children from school. I can help with their homework, read to/with them, and play with them. Light housekeeping and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Very responsible, reliable and great help around the house as well."
Pressy T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Colleen and I am 30 years old. I am in my eighth year of teaching as an elementary school teacher. I have babysat since I was in high school for families with children ranging from 6 months to school-aged children. I also have tutored numerous children over the years in reading and mathematics. I am a very...
Colleen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Ms. Colleen! We initially hired Colleen to help us with childcare so I could attend multiple Doctor's appointments, and have since hired her for date nights and even in home care while I get things done around the house. Colleen is incredibly joyful,...
Michelle G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Scott M, MSW. I graduated with my Master's of Social Work from Fordham University in May 2019. Prior to obtaining my Master's, I graduated from Farmingdale State College in December 2015 and started my teaching career. I am a certified Teaching Assistant. I worked at Hempstead High School for 2. 5 years working with...
5.0
"Mr.Scotty , as my son calls him, is an amazing tutor. The tutoring sessions for my 5 and 11 year old went amazing. His ability to hone in on their individual learning styles helped make the sessions enjoyable for them and made the material easier for them to...
Miriam L.
Marlenys B.
Baldwin, NY
$20-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
I Am Beyond Excited To Start Caring For Your Little One(s)!!!!
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as honest, compassionate and trustworthy
I like working with kids because there is something so special about each different kid I work with. All kids are not the same and I love seeing how their personality's are all quite unique.
I started working with kids when I was about 12 years old. I would...
Marlenys can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marlenys was an outstanding babysitter for my 2 boys. As a single parent it gets a bit hectic sometimes but Marlenys was able to provide great care. She’s very understanding and reliable. I would hire her again if my schedule did not align with my kids schedules!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a an enthusiastic, friendly, dependable worker with a variety of talents and interests including reading, writing, baking, arts and crafts, ballroom dancing, horse back riding and fencing. I am certified by New York State Department of Education as a Teaching Assistant and have 8 years experience working with infants,...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Courtney has watched my son on several occasions now. Keeps him engaged for my long work hours. Arrives on time and flexible with her hours that she is available, which makes her ideal for us."
Danielle C.
5.0
(2)
I have worked as an Assistant Teacher for over 2 years and a Head Teacher for 6. I enjoyed supporting students & their parents in making the necessary strides in education that they could not just be satisfied with, but proud of accomplishing.
Many of my students have gone on from my classroom to earn great success, because of...
5.0
"That she goes over and beyond to your children to succeed!"
Tanya J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a 43-year-old preschool teacher who worked in Scarsdale for 19 years. I taught 2s, 3s and 4s as well as elementary school aged children. I have been a nanny for many years as well. I have been babysitting for 30+ years and I am experienced with children from newborns to preteens. I was a Girl Scout leader for many years. I...
Caren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Caren is the most loving, patient and trust-worthy babysitter you will ever find. My children adore her! She give them her full-attention at all times. She jumps right in and can handle everything from newborn care, helping kids with homework, playing games on the...
Kerry H.
Stella L.
Levittown, NY
$44/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a patient and highly reliable person with many years of experience working with new born, toddlers and young kids. I used to be a preschool teacher aide in my hometown. love children and I love babysitting. I babysit children from 0 Old months and up. I like to do crafts, play games, art drama, cook and read books with the...
Stella can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ruth is a reliable trustworthy individual who cared for my mother for 6 months. I recommend her for any caregiver position."
Wanda Q.
5.0
(1)
I am a NY State certified teacher. I have over 15 years of experience and I have extensive tutoring experience in a variety of fields. I have tutored in reading as well as math. I have helped students learn to improve their reading skills through phonemic awareness and helped students navigate through the complexities of math...
4.7
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
GREAT REFERENCES
EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE
CPR AED BLS CERTIFICATION
I have over 10 years experience.
I have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, preschooler and preteens.
My services will include:
In-Home or Your home Childcare from a provider who is patient, loving and skilled.
Excellent driving record and have a safe...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria is very warm, great communicator and always on time. She loves to play games with the kids, read to them and she will even speak Spanish to them. Excellent addition to any family."
Michelle H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mature, loving caregiver with a college degree, with 18 years experience of child care. My job experience included, among other things, healthy meal preparation. grocery shopping and other household necessaries, tutoring and assisting in homework and school projects. My area of tutorial is on subjects of Elementary Math,...
Brigida can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brigida takes seriously her job and she puts her ward on top priority"
Saifuddin L.
Maliha R.
Jamaica, NY
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Sarah A.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Garden City, NY
Mabel G.
5.0
Mabel was recommended to me through a family friend when I needed someone to watch my two year old daughter after my mother in law moved out of state. Let me start by saying she is very warm and nurturing, my daughter took to her immediately! I could tell within the first few minutes watching their...
- Kyara M.
Maribel G.
5.0
Maribel is helping us with house cleaning and childcare once per week. We have known her for almost 2 years now and we couldn't have been happier with her. She is very meticulous in her work always leaving the house not only clean but also organized and looking amazing. She is also great when it...
- Nikoletta V.
Diana A.
5.0
She is very reliable and punctual . She helped out a lot when I was trying to give the kids less screen time. Always followed house rules. Kids love her cooking .
- Ileana R.
Zaira H.
5.0
Zaira was so helpful with my 10 month old daughter. She's very sweet and patient. Would recommend 10/10.
- Pawanjeet K.
Nailah S.
5.0
She was punctual and very patient with J and she’s not easy to deal with. She was very clear as far as communicating on how J was doing and keeping me updated. I was able to spend time with my family and me and my husband got a much needed break I am very appreciative of her
- Brittany W.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Garden City, NY
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Garden City, NY?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Garden City, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $29.00 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 Garden City, NY?
Care.com currently has 3 reading tutors in Garden City, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Garden City 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 Garden City that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Garden City, 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 Garden City 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 Garden City, NY?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Garden City, 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 Garden City, 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.