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I received my undergraduate degree from Mount Saint Mary College with a degree in special education and general education. I received my masters degree in Literacy from SUNY New Paltz. I am currently working as a reading teacher during the school day. I have a wide range of experience as I am moving into my 9th year of teaching....
Kathryn F.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$35-51/hr • 10 yrs exp
I was a classroom English teacher for 5 years before moving into museum education for another 7 years. My museum job was at the New-York Historical Society, where I taught history and art. My MA from NYU is in English Education, and I'm currently a PhD Candidate in Art Education.
I have over 22 years of experience teaching students of various ages and backgrounds. I excel in teaching reading, English language and early math skills. I have had the opportunity to work with several Albanian students.
Kelly M.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I am a full time stay at home mother of three interested in pursuing a teaching degree. I have worked extensively with my own children this past year on their reading, writing, and grammar, and all of my children are above reading level in their respective grades. I have a Master's degree in English. I would love the...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Marissa. I am 27 years old, I live in Poughkeepsie with my boyfriend. I have my associates degree in elementary education but I am currently enrolled in a school to receive my interior design certifications as well. I have been working with children for almost 10 years now. I have worked as a babysitter and a...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Do you know that studies show children regress in the summer months. I am a Teaching Assistant with a Level III Certificate. I would love to tutor your child in the summer months. I believe in activities that are hands on and fun. I know that the summer time should be a fun time but with the way the curriculum is changing you...
Rachel F.
Poughkeepsie, NY
$22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi everyone! I'm Rachel. I'm 23 years old and have been a full-time nanny for the past three years. I recently went back to school to pursue a career in teaching. Now, I'm looking for a part-time position.
A little about me: I started working at a daycare in 2020 as an assistant teacher in the toddler room and absolutely fell...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
I am an occupational therapist by profession and a mom by occupation. I have a specialty in tutoring children with school projects that involve multiple skills, materials, and subjects, as well as teaching English, writing papers, and essays. I believe in a multi-sensory learning style, which is particularly beneficial for...
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Olivia. I have my Masters in Childhood Education and am a NY state certified teacher in grades 1-6. I have over 15 years of childcare experience, from teaching, to tutoring and nannying. I have experience with children of all ages (infants-teens), genders, and abilities.
For fall 2024, I am seeking...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olivia is a dream child-care provider - any parent would be lucky to have her caring for their child. She watched my son from 14 months to over 2.5 years old, and we know our son has grown into the happy, curious boy he is largely due to her care. Olivia is...
Lauren M.
5.0
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've have been nannying for over 10 years and have experience with special needs, newborns and teaching in a learning setting. I have graduated nursing school, CPR certified and currently in school for NutrItion. I currently work in the NICU at AMC as a feeding technician. I am fully vaccinated against COVID and follow all...
Catherine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Catherine watched our 1 year old son while we attended a wedding in the Catskills. He immediately warmed up to her and barely noticed when we left. She took amazing care of him, and communicated with us well throughout the evening. I would highly recommend her!"
Nicole M.
5.0
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Mia and I am currently a graduate student at SUNY New Paltz studying Speech-Language Pathology. I've been working with kids since I was 14 and absolutely love it. I started babysitting families that I knew and then started working in daycares. I worked primarily with babies, toddlers, and young school-age children...
Mia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mia is very dependable and absolutely amazing with children. She is very engaged and always wears a smile."
Tara G.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I absolutely love taking care of children. I love to hear them laugh with joy while playing. I have some experience babysitting for family members in the past and professionally. I have 3 months babysitting experience with two children. I also have experience taking care of a newborn. I have a 12-year-old, a 10-year-old and a...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Joy was a wonderful caregiver, my children loved her! The only reason we are not still using her is because I lost my job, but if the need for a caregiver arises in the future, and if she is available, we will be using her again. She was always on time and never...
Michelle W.
Sam N.
Ulster Park, NY
$20-30/hr
5.0
(1)
As a nanny for a family, I always help the kids with their homework after school. I am looking to help students who are struggling in school. School can be such a difficult time in a young persons life between finding the balance between friends, self-esteem, and academics. I want to help students bring out the best in...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Hope and I have around 5 years of childcare experience for children of all ages. Ranging from 3 months to 14 yrs old. I strive in building not only a relationship with the children but the entire family. My personality can be described as creative, warm hearted and bubbly. I love to teach the children new things,...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Hope it’s a very empathetic, patient, highly educated child care professional.
She currently cares for our two young children ages five and three with a gentle nurturing disposition and confidence.
I would highly recommend Hope, she is reliable, extremely kind,...
Sarah M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a child care provider for over 20 years. I am married live in the town of Newburgh and have 3 adult children. I have had many children in my home while raising my own, in the past few years I have had the pleasure to be involved families in their home. My past 2 jobs have been temporary and the previous job was for 3...
Stacy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Stacy has been our nanny for over a year. For my wife and I it is and was about "fit" and how she became apart of our everyday life. She really did an awesome job seeing how we parent our two kids. We have a 3 year old active, vibrant son and a 1.5 year old girl....
Melissa R.
I am a 26-year-old reading teacher with extensive experience in tutoring and caring for children.
I have cared for children newborn to age 14 including special needs and multiples.
I am currently a middle school academic intervention service reading teacher.
Prior to this, I taught 5th grade in the Bronx for 2 years in an...
Alanah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Woodley B.
Clinton Corners, NY
$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
Spiritual And Intellectual Teacher With A Passion For Life And Working With Kids
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Dear parents and families, hi! ... I'm Woodley! I am a Bioethicist intern, drummer, and spiritual guide looking for a part-time caretaking and / or tutoring position. My passion is for life and all it has to offer but I especially love philosophy, learning, and teaching. I have experience teaching middle school kids and as a...
Woodley can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm Emma and I'm recent grad from Brown, home for the summer in Hopewell Junction. I started as a babysitter and mother's helper in my early teens and have worked in childcare ever since: nannying for my neighbors, working as a paraprofessional for high schoolers with special needs, leading camping trips for younger...
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Woodley B.
Clinton Corners, NY
$40-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
MS: Tutoring In Academic Essay Writing (all Levels), Philosophy, And, Reading
I have experience as a teaching assistant, an after school teacher, and, a camp counselor. As a TA, I co-taught an undergraduate philosophy course -- which meant giving lectures, and also tutoring a Buddhist monk in western philosophy on the side. Later in my career as an after school teacher, I designed and taught philosophy...
Lavender W.
Wappingers Falls, NY
$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Responsible And Respectful Caregiver Looking For A Full/Part Time
I have watched kids and helped raise my nieces and nephews. I love children and provide the best care possible. I have experience with children ages 5months to teenage years. I also help with light house work ie; cook, clean and help with the kids' laundry. I help kids with their homework and make sure that they get the best and...
Lavender can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Highland, NY
Olivia H.
5.0
Olivia is a dream child-care provider - any parent would be lucky to have her caring for their child. She watched my son from 14 months to over 2.5 years old, and we know our son has grown into the happy, curious boy he is largely due to her care. Olivia is attentive, smart, compassionate, creative...
- Lauren M.
Catherine I.
5.0
Catherine watched our 1 year old son while we attended a wedding in the Catskills. He immediately warmed up to her and barely noticed when we left. She took amazing care of him, and communicated with us well throughout the evening. I would highly recommend her!
- Nicole M.
Mia V.
5.0
Mia is warm, extremely engaging, fun and caring towards my children. She is also very bright and responsible. She has a lot of experience working with children and my kids just adore her. Mia has maturity and judgement beyond her years with the energy, joy and creativity that kids love in a college...
- Emily F.
Joy R.
5.0
Joy was a wonderful caregiver, my children loved her! The only reason we are not still using her is because I lost my job, but if the need for a caregiver arises in the future, and if she is available, we will be using her again. She was always on time and never hesitated when I needed her to come...
- Michelle W.
Hope K.
5.0
Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above & beyond. She regularly sends pictures & videos throughout the day (which I really appreciate). She has done crafts with my son & has been teaching him sign...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Highland, NY
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Highland, NY?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Highland, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of January 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 Highland, NY?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Highland, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Highland 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 Highland that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Highland, 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 Highland 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 Highland, NY?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Highland, 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 Highland, 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.