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5.0
(2)
Hello there! I am a music teacher and special educator with 7 years of experience in NYC schools. I recently resigned from my teaching position with the intention of working for families in their homes, given the state of today's world and COVID-19. My work can include home school consulting, assisting with virtual learning,...
5.0
"Mary is one of the most talented educators I know. She can related to any type of learning style and adjust curriculum accordingly. She helped my son transition to high high school and the challenging environment seamlessly. Mary is also a dream for a parent....
Care member
4.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a children's librarian, I bring a love of books and reading to every home I work in. I use songs and finger plays to comfort and entertain while actively playing by spending most of my time on the floor engaged in mat & tummy time, pretend play, blocks, LEGO, games, and puzzles.
With toddlers and preschoolers, I make my own...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Elizabeth cared for our daughter from ~9 months old to ~19 months old. Elizabeth entertained her, cared for her, taught her, read to her, went to outdoors music class/the library and our daughter was in perfectly capable hands. We had no doubt our daughter was safe...
Melina C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jacquelin. I was born in Colombia. I have several years of experience with children of all ages. I love children and love to help them to learn. I'm a very active nanny, and I love outdoors activities.
I love to read books , and do arts and crafts with children. I'm very responsible and punctual.
I know Spanish, and...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She's so helpful with the kids and the house. We worked together for about 10 weeks when my full time nanny needed some time off for medical reasons and Jacqui was great! We still work with her on the weekends and I am fully available to field any questions."
Erica M.
Natasha O.
New York, NY
$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced professional tutor in K-12! Also experienced tutor/mentor of high school students in college prep programs (Matriculate, Questbridge). Before college, I was a volunteer tutor in general subjects (math, history, English, science).
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced babysitter. I have watched up to three children at once, and feel comfortable working with young children of all ages and abilities. In addition to working as a caregiver, I have been teaching 3rd grade for 3 years. I enjoying playing outside, engaging in dramatic play, creating artwork, and reading with my...
Tori can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Tori is very responsible, patient, and fun. She made an obstacle course for the kids to complete! I loved that she was involved with them and didn't just use a screen to keep them busy! "
Amy S.
Lisa L.
New York, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Interactive, Athletic, Articulate, Fun, Patient, Highly-Responsible & Nurturing Nanny W/ Over 10 Yrs Exp {6 Wks-11 Yrs}
5.0
(11)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
I am an upbeat, interactive, articulate, attentive, fun, and very nurturing woman who has over 10 years experience working as a nanny. I have also been employed as a Hatha Yoga instructor to 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th graders as part of an experimental remedial reading/writing art program. I genuinely enjoy engaging a child in safe,...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Lisa was very helpful with our daughter. She helped with her when she was between the ages of 1 and 2.5 years old. Lisa taught our daughter how to communicate from a young age. In particular, she was frequently interacting with her both in one-one conversations and...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With a Masters degree and 20+ years of classroom and private tutoring experience, I never get tired of seeing students grow and develop in ways they thought were impossible. I set the bar high but with hard work, laughter, and a lot of smiles, I have the honor to see students develop and learn in a variety of subjects both...
5.0
"Creativity with kids! Helping them fulfill their unique potential. Tailor program to them. Use arts and fun and make learning across the curriculum."
Lukasz L.
Agnes L.
Wallington, NJ
$28-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am 31th year old very happy person with a positive attitude to life. Working with children is my passion. I have been around the kids my whole life. I enjoyed playing with my younger cousins and interacting with them. I have found very rewarding being a part of their adventures and experiencing new things in their life. That...
Agnes can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Having Agnes as a nanny was the biggest blessing. My daughter learned a lot from her and enjoyed being with her. I was so nervous about going back to work, but having Agnes as our nanny was the biggest relief. The hardest decision I had to make was to take a new...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Livia. I'm 39 years old and have been working with children for 6+ years. Teaching and caring for children is my passion - it gives me the opportunity to work with kids and make a difference in their lives. My undergraduate degree is in Pedagogy. I worked in an International School in Brazil like a teacher for 6 years...
Livia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"LÃvia has a great personality, and she is a very reliable person. We really enjoy her services because she goes the extra mile to help. "
Mirella D.
Stephanie F.
New York, NY
$40-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Stephanie and I am an elementary school educator, working with students with unique academic and social needs.
I spent 4 years teaching 1st and 2nd grade math, reading, writing, and social studies. I am a fully certified teacher with experience teaching students with specialized learning needs, including those with...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"Stephanie was amazing. She takes advancing the kids academically very seriously while still being fun and engaging. They just adored her. I would hire her back in a second. Highly recommended. "
John F.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi parents!
I am an enthusiastic & attentive caretaker with 9 years of experience working with children ages 0-12, and people with special needs ages 5-22. I have experience in roles such as live-in nanny, substitute teacher, babysitter, daycare assistant, special needs aid, camp counselor, housekeeper and more. I have CPR and...
Malka can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Absolute best care and attention was given to our baby by Malka who understood exactly how to communicate and connect with our baby which made the experience very comforting and delightsome"
Care member
Kaley B.
New York, NY
$25-45/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an optimistic and upbeat tutor! With years of experience in childcare and tutoring, I have met all different types of children, personalities, and learning styles. I believe what makes me a great tutor is that I truly enjoy being around children and helping them. Whether the child is excited about school but needs a little...
5.0
"Our family cannot be happier with Kaley. She has been a great help to our daughter who is in middle school. Kaley is punctual, patient and enthusiastic. We look forward to her continuing to work with our daughter. "
Christopher G.
5.0
(1)
I was a stay at home mother of two children, while caring for my own children I cared for my friends baby for the first year of his life, in 2004 when my kids were in school I applied to Little Falls School #3 (3-4 grade) as a Lunch Aid/substitute School Secretary, in 2007 I applied to Little Falls School #2 as a Teachers Aide...
Kelli can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelli looked after my 2 kids full time for 2 years, until my youngest started kindergarten. She's incredibly punctual and helped my youngest learn the skills he needed to be ready for school. Recently my kids were making bracelets at a bead store and the woman who...
Natalie P.
Mayerli R.
Newark, NJ
$25-32/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Mayerli from Colombia. I am responsible, patient, creative, playful, and energetic. I have been taking care of kids since I was 16 years old. When I was in Colombia, I worked part-time taking care of kids from 4 months to 13 years old. Currently, I live in the country for 3 years working as a nanny.
I like...
Mayerli can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
5.0
"My children LOVE her. she actually plays with the children!"
Ijeoma H.
Kristin M.
Clifton, NJ
$15-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Tutor Specializing In All Subjects Pre-K-12 Certified SAT/ACT
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kristin and I am a fifth grade teacher with the Local Board of Ed. I have a Master's in Elementary Education and Special Education. I started tutoring several years ago and have had a proven track record of success. Many children need more time to take in new information and do not process it "right away" like others...
5.0
"She is very patient with my kids and is always on time."
Mayra R.
Yaquelin V.
Union City, NJ
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Yaquelin, and I have been a nanny for 15 years and a sitter for a long time. I want to care for a family that I could be with them for a long term or at least for a couple of years and give them the best quality and care they deserve. I love to engage with all children and teach them extracurricular. I speak...
Yaquelin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Children easily get attached to her and she's always punctual."
ERIK S.
Michelle W.
Brooklyn, NY
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With 10 Years Plus Experience With Young Children
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Looking for a nanny with experience with infants, toddlers and young children, caring and dependable?
I am an early childhood care provider with an extensive background working with infants and toddlers. I have worked with diverse families and taught in several childcare/learning centers that are accredited by the...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Michelle is my weekend nanny. My son smiles as soon as she enters our home. She takes him to the park and other classes that I can't take him to due to my demanding work schedule. Michelle shows up on time. She has taught my son baby sign language. She does arts...
Amy B.
4.6
(11)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 years of experience with newborns to when they are old enough to go to school. I take children on play dates, take them to music classes, and the park. I teach them colors and the alphabet. I also follow any other activities the parents want me to do with the child. I follow the rules the parents give to me.
Rosa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She's a loving, warm, punctual, professional and a caring nanny. She has watched both my kids and I keep calling her back for date nights and weekends."
Care member
Georgia F.
New York, NY
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a patient, easy going, and bubbly person, and I am always able to match the child's energy. I have a strong imagination and love playing games and being silly with kids, while also being confident in my careful and responsible supervision.
I have extensive childcare and teaching experience. I have worked in a...
Georgia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Ashley, and I bring over 8 years of experience, rooted in love, responsibility, and a genuine passion for helping children grow. My journey started at age 10 when my little sister was born I became her daily caregiver, learning how to feed, bathe, teach, and love a child as she developed into the amazing young...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley watched over my 3 kids over the summer 2021 and she was amazing with them, she took them to the theater, the park, the beach and so many other places over the summer. I never felt unsafe with them in her care she would always keep me updated as-well as make...
Sarah S.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Kearny, NJ
Mary G.
5.0
Mary is one of the most talented educators I know. She can related to any type of learning style and adjust curriculum accordingly. She helped my son transition to high high school and the challenging environment seamlessly. Mary is also a dream for a parent. Guiding me along the way with her...
- Care member
Elizabeth W.
4.0
Elizabeth cared for our daughter from ~9 months old to ~19 months old. Elizabeth entertained her, cared for her, taught her, read to her, went to outdoors music class/the library and our daughter was in perfectly capable hands. We had no doubt our daughter was safe and loved when they were together.
- Melina C.
Jacqueline P.
5.0
She's great with the kids. My son is in love w her. We use her part time and on weekends now that our full time nanny is back. Energetic and open to feedback.
- Gregg B.
Tori D.
5.0
Tori is very responsible, patient, and fun. She made an obstacle course for the kids to complete! I loved that she was involved with them and didn't just use a screen to keep them busy!
- Amy S.
Lisa L.
5.0
Lisa was very helpful with our daughter. She helped with her when she was between the ages of 1 and 2.5 years old. Lisa taught our daughter how to communicate from a young age. In particular, she was frequently interacting with her both in one-one conversations and she was often reading books with...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Kearny, NJ
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Kearny, NJ?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Kearny, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $30.80 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 Kearny, NJ?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Kearny, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Kearny 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 Kearny that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Kearny, NJ?
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 Kearny 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 Kearny, NJ?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Kearny, NJ, 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 Kearny, NJ 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.