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Cathy D.
Long Beach, NY
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Looking For Occasional Or Part Time Work
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a degree in early childhood and elementary education and am a former nursery school teacher and toddler teacher. I've cared for children from infancy through preteen years. I enjoy reading, cooking, crafts and outdoor activities. I enjoy working on craft projects and baking with children and helping them develop their...
Cathy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cathy has been helping me raise my two children for the past 6 years! She is smart, kindhearted, gentle, calm, extremely helpful, has excellent communication skills, and is always on time! My children adore her! We love her and are blessed to wake up to her sweet...
Care member
Amparo R.
Bayside, NY
$40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Welcome to my profile. I consider my self a very responsible, punctual, highly organized and honest person. I speak Spanish and English. I do not smoke. I like to work with children. I have 5 years of experience working with newborns, toddlers and kids around 6-8 years old. I like to play with the kids, helping in theirs...
Amparo can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is a very well prepared and experience nanny. I really wish I would've met her before! You won't regret having your kids with her! She will become a very nice part of your family."
Natalia A.
Patricia O.
Merrick, NY
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
27 Years Experience Working With Special Needs Children And General Education Also
5.0
(1)
Hi, I've worked and presently still am a special needs teachers aide for s school district. I also have worked for a few families over the past 13 years with children ages 6 months thru 16 yrs. My hours in the school district are from eight till 12 noon. I am available after that time. I have many references if needed and thank...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to. She really loves kids and kids love her. Patti built a wonderful relationship with my whole family. We will...
Casey S.
5.0
(2)
I can help a child in grade school with home work and school projects. my strong suit is grammar and essay writing.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at a daycare. I left the daycare now to babysit my granddaughter and a little boy 6 to 3 on Mondays. I also was an aide and also teach Religious Education (1st Grade). I read to them, teach letters, numbers, play activities, and change diapers. I am CPR Certified. I am also fingerprinted.
Was working as babysitter for 8...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"June has watched my kids for me and they adore her, all the kids she watches end up calling her nanny. She's been doing this for a long time and enjoys it. I would recommend her to anyone!"
Kristin E.
5.0
(2)
I've tutored kids in subjects overall and also helped with higher level writing! I also tutor/practice english as a second language with both refugees and mandarin Chinese speakers.
Ilana D.
Merrick, NY
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ilana and I just graduated from SUNY New Paltz with a major in Early Childhood/ Childhood Education and a concentration in English. I have my NYS Initial Teaching Certificate (Birth - 6 grade). In the fall, I will begin earning my Master's Degree, part-time in Special Education at Queens College. I have about 5...
Ilana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside, read books endlessly and did a lot of rainy day puzzles. Hopefully we'll work with her again!"
Callie O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi dear parents,
If you're looking for a caring and experienced babysitter, look no further! I'm passionate about working with children and have enjoyed many wonderful years caring for kids of all ages. I'm reliable, dedicated, and bring a positive and fun energy to every interaction.
I believe in creating a nurturing and...
Margarita can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Margarita to watch our 10-month-old son this afternoon when our regular sitter was not available. We work from home, so we were able to observe her in action. She arrived early, took great care of our son, and went out of her way to be helpful around the...
Laura R.
5.0
(1)
My experience as a tutor has allowed me to open pathways for many children to seek higher academic standards in their levels of difficulty. I am always excited and determined to strengthen students understanding of the material. Seeing improvements makes my job that much more fulfilling.
I am proficient in tutoring elementary...
5.0
"Mabel was very helpful. She would help me with my homework after school and she would explain and make doing homework fun! She has such a great personality I hope to see her again!"
Sharlene V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Jade E. I have over 6 years of experience in tutoring K-12 students including my volunteer work with children throughout high college.
I provide 1-on-1 tutoring in reading, writing, mathematics and science. I focus on offering a personalized academic for each student. I currently hold a bachelors degree in...
5.0
"K. is a 6th grader, she rushes thru reading a passage and does not slow down to pronounce properly. During the reading session Jade was great with her. Jade also tutor her in some math topics."
Kaylee S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I was a Nanny for a family in Lynbrook. I raised twin boys since they were 6 months old and had been with them 10 years. I also worked for another family in East Rockaway for twin toddler boys and their older brother. I am ready to love another family long term. I have my own transportation and I am reliable. I am CPR and First...
Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CNA
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Over the years as I've journeyed from premedical to medical graduate teaching, in one form or another, has always accompanied my medical academic career. Like caring for my patients, I have always found teaching to be a gratifying, fulfilling, and fascinating exercise. Pursuing a career in medicine implies lifelong updating,...
4.0
"Viraj is a great tutor and a nice person to work with. He is knowledgeable in many topics. My eight year old daughter needed extra help with reading comprehension and math. Viraj helped her improve in both subjects and added lessons in science and astronomy. My...
Alexis A.
5.0
(3)
Teacher with 20+ Years of experience!
Fun, energetic, PHD, certified!
Professional writer and strong ELA credentials
Excellent references upon request.
5.0
"Dawn is a great teacher, she's highly experienced in teaching. She utilize different techniques and methods to make lessons enjoyable and engaging. If anybody is looking for an tutor, Dawn is the absolutely the right person."
Louis L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an educator, first and foremost. I have a masters degree in elementary education and I am a certified yoga instructor. I am a former Montessori school teacher with a passion for teaching toddlers to read. As a caregiver, I always take a learning-centric approach. I have had the honor of working with children in different...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Maria looked after my kids during pandemic homeschooling. She is kind, gentle, playful and very respectful of a family's needs. My kids absolutely loved her and if we didn't move away we would still be using her services!"
Pamela M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is caroline. I am most talented in keeping toddler groups engaged. I care for children as young as newborn. I am a former arts and crafts teacher. I've been a cake designer since young and that's allowed me to bring my creativity to children. I am well trained in sleep, potty, and weaning off pacifiers and bottles. I...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Amazing with my twins!!!! Both slept through the night by the end of her 4 months with us. Wouldn’t trust anyone else to be with my babies!! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a first grade teacher and I would love to help your first graders improve on their math or reading.
5.0
"Kimberly is amazing! She know exactly what strategies to use to help my 5 year old. I would definitely recommend her. My child is very shy and refuses to work with me on the basic. He tenses up easily and to avoid the power struggle and tears I decide to give it a...
Khadijah H.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have 3 years of experience in caring for kids. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I'd also be glad to help with homework as I am great in Math, English and business classes. I'd describe my personality as Outgoing, Energetic & Patient.
I like working with kids because I like to become part of...
Chioma can also help with: Meal prep
Taylor K.
Long Beach, NY
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I am currently a full-time certified reading teacher on Long Island. I am always looking for ways to better my educational skills and share my knowledge with students. As for services, I am open to child care as well as tutoring services for any subject up to sixth grade. I am looking forward to helping out in any way that I...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
With years' experience in child care as well as being involved in workshops for children and private art teaching throughout the years I will step in and make an immediate positive contribution in the lives of you and your children! I maintain a flexible schedule with weekend and night availability, and have a history of helping...
Micci can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Merlene P.
Queens Village, NY
$17-50/hr • 14 yrs exp
Hello there
My name is Merlene, I am 46 years old. My background includes being a Health Aid, nanny or babysitter. I have been a nanny for 14 years. I have experience with multiple children at once. I enjoy being around children of all ages, sharing new experiences with them, and teaching them new things while babysitting. I...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Garden City, NY
Cathy D.
5.0
Cathy has been helping me raise my two children for the past 6 years! She is smart, kindhearted, gentle, calm, extremely helpful, has excellent communication skills, and is always on time! My children adore her! We love her and are blessed to wake up to her sweet happy smile during the school year!
- Care member
Amparo R.
5.0
I hired Amparo to help transport my daughter to her swimming practices. She is reliable and trustworthy. I am so glad I found her.
- Joy W.
Patricia O.
5.0
Patti was a wonderful caretaker for our 4 year old son. She's reliable, punctual and has a very calm disposition that any child would respond quickly to. She really loves kids and kids love her. Patti built a wonderful relationship with my whole family. We will miss having her around. We strongly...
- Casey S.
June K.
5.0
June has watched my kids for me and they adore her, all the kids she watches end up calling her nanny. She's been doing this for a long time and enjoys it. I would recommend her to anyone!
- Kristin E.
Ilana D.
5.0
Ilana babysat for us over the summer of 2021. We loved her, and so did our 18 month old son. She took him on long walks, ran around outside, read books endlessly and did a lot of rainy day puzzles. Hopefully we'll work with her again!
- Callie O.
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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 $33.50 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 Garden City, NY?
Care.com currently has 2 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.