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17 reading tutors are listed in Ithaca, NY
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in Ithaca, NY
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS!
After recently graduating from Cornell University with my MS, I took a step back from my career as a laboratory scientist to focus on what I love: working with students one-on-one. As a private tutor, I find it especially rewarding to work with neurodivergent students and those who...
5.0
"Chloe was fantastic. She worked with our teenage daughter with ADHD twice weekly during the school year and was incredibly helpful in both tutoring, SAT prep, and strengthening executive functioning skills. She was professional, caring and thoughtful, and gave...
Sara C.
Erin F.
Ithaca, NY
$16-20/hr
Tutoring experience in Elementary and middle school math and high school science. Some English tutoring volunteering.
Andreia F.
Ithaca, NY
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am currently a PhD candidate in Chemical Engineering at Cornell, following an undergraduate in the same field at Princeton. Being very familiar with the academic rigors of undergraduate institutions, I am committed to teaching, mentoring, and supporting students in both science as well as in English. For the past three years,...
Hi there! I am an enthusiastic, patient, and creative educator looking to help out with any English and/or writing concerns you may have. I have 4 years of experience teaching English classes at the undergraduate level, and over 6 years of higher education studying English and/or writing. Most recently, I earned my MFA in...
Hi! My name is Avery I'm 24 years old and I'm in my second to last semester at Rutgers, getting my Masters in Business and Science with a concentration in personal care science. I have always loved school and have done tutoring here and there in the past, but would love to have a more regular schedule with it. I work in retail...
I am a certified teacher and tutor in three states. I am also a certified coach with a great deal of experience in personal training. I am very experienced at creating tutoring assessments, tools, and materials. I have a great deal of experience with students with disabilities, ESL students, and advanced placement classes. I...
Nicole B.
Ithaca, NY
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Upbeat Creative Nanny & Teacher & Tutor With Almost 20 Years Of Experience!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Currently looking for 6-10 hours/week. Weekday afternoon preferred but can be flexible. With almost 20 years of experience as a babysitter, nanny, house manager, tutor, and teacher, I am an enthusiastic, organized, present, and loving caregiver. I love to take kids on adventures like the park, playground, museums and use those...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Nicole is an amazing, kind, artistic, and patient person. She was a perfect fit for our family (she worked for us when our son was 2-3 and our daughter 5-6) and we were so sad when she moved away. Nicole always took initiative and loved to be outdoors with our son...
Damian G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My goal is to empower kids to be curious and respectful, and to give them as much independence as possible. I have > 9 years of professional experience caring for and educating kids. I worked with kids from diverse backgrounds and ages (5-18) as a STEM and Education Specialist for the Boys and Girls Club for 6 years. I was...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months! "
Erica M.
Hello! I am currently a student at Ithaca College and work part time at Panera Bread. Originally, I'm from Buffalo, NY. Go Bills!
I adore working with kids! For the past two summers, I have worked as an overnight camp counselor. I've cared for kids ranging from age 5 to age 16. My campers have always loved me for my energetic...
Larissa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I'm a rising senior staying in Ithaca for the summer. I'm also fluent in Arabic, French, and Gaelic. I come from a large family and have cared for kids ever since I could hiccup. I was a junior counsellor with the Vacation Bible School programme at Saint Dominic's School in Beachwood, Ohio. Then after two years, I became a...
Caroline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
[NOT CURRENTLY IN THE ITHACA AREA] Hi! I'm Serena. I've always loved kids and pets, and I am looking to spend more time around them. I have experience babysitting for over 5 years, and I was a camp counselor at Frost Valley. I like spending time outdoors and indoors, arts and crafts, board games and reading. I can help with...
Serena can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
I have 6 years of experience babysitting and I would be glad to help with anything you need around the house. I also have two years of tutoring experience. I am currently a sophomore in college and I have a car. If your kids love to read, sing, or play pretend, I would probably be a great babysitter for you. I love working with...
Daniel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi I'm Mia, an energetic and responsible individual with a passion for nurturing young minds. With years of experience in childcare, I have babysat for around 3 years now, I took an early childhood development class for 2 years at BOCES, I've worked as a summer camp counselor at Greater Ithaca Activity Center for many...
Hello! My name is Vivian and I am a current student at Cornell! I have several years of babysitting experience, and am comfortable with all ages! I am the second of four kids so I often take on a babysitting role at home! I previously volunteered as an elementary school track coach and a coding tutor. In my free time I love to...
Vivian can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as caring, encouraging, supportive.
I like working with kids because I believe that kids hold so much love and joy that everyone needs to be reminded of. I also love supporting kids in unlocking their potential.
I started working with kids when I was in high school and through college with various...
Delaney M.
Cortland, NY
$16/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Am 20 Years Old Going Into My Junior Year At Suny Cortland Majoring In Early Childhood Education!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, and outgoing!
I like working with kids because kids are so much fun! I'm going to school to become a teacher, and it is so rewarding watching children grow over time and really find their own personalities.
I started working with kids when I was about 12 years old. I've always had...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! I am a student studying early childhood education at SUNY Cortland and an infant substitute teacher at Cornell Child Care
I am looking to watch children on the weekends! I like to bring books to read with the children, bubbles, and more! I am flexible and comfortable with any child's routine as well!
I like working with...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Ithaca, NY
Chloe S.
5.0
Chloe is wonderful she tutored my 10th grader in Algebra II and explained and helped her understand the algebraic concepts. She is a patient, kind, thorough tutor and she went above and beyond! I highly recommend her!
- Laura H.
Nicole B.
5.0
Nicole was the best! She was our first hired babysitter through Care.com and she made the whole process really easy. Right from the get go she was responsive, mature, responsible and most importantly confident and kind caring for our 8 month old. She's a real pro and would definitely use her...
- Alexis L.
Savannah P.
5.0
Savannah has been fantastic with our twins! She's timely, communicates well, and reliable! She has helped them grow and explore the world around them over the last few months!
- Erica M.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Ithaca, NY
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Ithaca, NY?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Ithaca, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $24.64 per hour as of March 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 Ithaca, NY?
Care.com currently has 14 reading tutors in Ithaca, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Ithaca 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 Ithaca that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca 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 Ithaca, NY?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca, 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.
Ratings for Ithaca, NY reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Ithaca, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 17 listed reading tutors.