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60 reading tutors are listed in Lakewood, NJ
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Lakewood, NJ
5.0
(7)
Covid has placed parents in a position where they often find themselves in the dual role of parent and teacher. NJ is staying with remote learning for an unknown period of time to protect both children and school staff from possible spread of the virus. Fully licensed middle school/elementary education/special education teacher...
5.0
"I have observed Kathleen teaching regularly, as well as parenting her own children and caring for her pets. Keenly sensitive to the needs of others, absolutely responsible, unquestionably trustworthy, totally reliable (always), directly communicates (no hedging)...
mark M.
I have been working in the Mortgage industry for more than 20 years. I started from the bottom and worked my way out. I was a single Mom of two very young children. My dreams were always included being a caretaker. My career included making decisions, math, computer work and multi-tasking. I am looking to follow my dreams at...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With over 40 years of experience, and as a mother of a sophomore at the University of Delaware and a graduate from Penn State, I can definitely help you.
I have worked with newborns up to teenagers and 12 sets of twins. I am very attentive with all ages, especially babies and will continue to implement your schedule. I have...
Kerri can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lauren O.
Howell, NJ
$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd be happy to help your elementary, middle, or high school student develop a better understanding by working with them to discover and implement study techniques that engender academic success!
5.0
"Lauren has an extremely positive and outgoing personality and has been really flexible with our family's needs.
Working full time with kids remotely in school is a new one for all of us but Lauren has brought a lot of relief to our family. We know our kids are...
Scarlett H.
Marianne V.
Lavallette, NJ
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
I Would Love To Meet You To Go Over Your Needs And What You Expect From Me. I Am Available Most Days
5.0
(1)
A little about me
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, energetic patient and kind.
I like working with kids because they are always teaching me something everyday! It also brings out my playful side and it's fun to watch them grow and develop.
I'm looking for a job that will be fun and will enrich me as well as the...
Marianne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marianne was a nanny for our 4 year old and 2 year old kids. She was absolutely outstanding. She was so sweet and kind, responsible, punctual, flexible, and she truly loved our kids. She really brought out the best in our kids by playing with them, teaching...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified K-6 and special education teacher. I have 15 years of tutoring experience and absolutely love the one-on-one instruction with children. I will tutor your child with engaging educational strategies so they have fun while learning. I am a very caring and passionate educator and very dedicated to helping children...
5.0
"Kelly was an outstanding tutor to my two children over a two month period this past summer. My seven year old struggled with reading in first grade, and we wanted to help him prepare for second grade so his confidence would be strong. Kelly knocked it out of the...
Kelly B.
Kimberly M.
Brick, NJ
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher Offers Safe Summer Fun/ Lessons/ Care For Your Children
5.0
(3)
summer
looking for summer nanny or caregiver position-- end of June to last week of August or early September
I am a NJ Certified teacher and an ELA/ Ed Specialist w/ grown children. I love working with children of all ages. I enjoy playing games/ modeling a good influence/ and providing a safe and engaging environment.
Over...
Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kim is a Very kind, thoughtful and nurturing person. She is always looking a way to teach and help kids."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was born in Brooklyn, New York, and I find myself always returning. At around the age of 5, my family moved to Honduras to look after my grandmother who had fallen ill. It was here I discovered my natural love for caregiving. I love spending time outdoors, practicing self-care activities like yoga and meditation. I also have a...
Molly can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Molly is such a joy to have around my girls. My girls took to her very well and always asks for her to come back. She is very friendly and attentive to them and even cleaned up the kitchen a bit when they made cupcakes. I would definitely hire Molly again."
Rhiannon Z.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a retired NJ Special Education teacher. I began teaching preschool-aged students with autism, and then tutored . For the last 17 years of my career, I was a public school Resource Room teacher . I have a great deal of experience teaching special learners and typical learners. I have availability if you're looking for a K-5...
5.0
"Miss Rani is fantastic. My son loves her, she is very patient with him and is very accommodating to our schedule. She is very knowledgeable about children with different learning abilities. I highly recommend her."
Christine G.
Katie P.
Belmar, NJ
$20-37/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My passion has always been to work with children. I am a graduate of York College and am currently an instructional coach in an elementary school. This is my tenth year working in education from teacher, to administration. I love being with children and keeping them entertained whether it be reading a book and playing games or...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Katie did a wonderful job helping us with our 1 year old son. She was punctual, flexible, and very understanding of the schedules we had to balance. Most importantly, our son loved being around Katie!"
Christin G.
Hi, I am Jamie. I have 8 years of experience with children ages 8 months - 12 years old. Things I can help with include housework, meal prep, transportation, homework help, and bedtime. I love to keep the kids active and engaged - bringing them outside, to the park, on walks, doing crafts, and read books together. Pets are...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
NEED A TUTOR?!
Hi! I'm Lyndsey, a certified k-6 teacher and currently using it to teach 1st grade.
I am a certified soccer referee.
I currently train soccer starting at age 3.
I taught English in Israel for two summers.
I tutored at a kumon center.
I worked at a Montessori preschool.
I taught 3rd grade reading during the COVID...
Lyndsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Meghan B.
Belmar, NJ
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Meghan! I am a patient, creative, and trustworthy caregiver with 10+ years experience working with children. I have my BA in English as well as degrees in Elementary Education, Teacher of English, and Teacher of English as a Second Language. I was a classroom teacher for 4 years before deciding to change careers and...
Meghan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Diane D.
Toms River, NJ
$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have had the pleasure of working in all elementary grade levels. I have quite a bit of experience with drama also. In addition to an elementary certification, I am also certified in speech and theater. I love to infuse drama into my lessons.
Hi! I have worked as a substitute teacher in a K-8 for the last few years, I have decided to go back to school and am in the process of getting my Masters degree with which I will teaching Biology. I am currently working as a High School Aide in a Science classroom and am able to help with related work! I am also comfortable...
Hello! My name is Catie and I am 26 years old. I am currently working towards completing my certification to become a teacher. I am comfortable around kids of all ages and currently work with school age kids K-5. I have 8 years of paid experience with babysitting. I have been told I am very caring, patient, and compassionate. I...
Catie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello Amazing families! I have over 20 years experience in childcare! I have my Bachelors I. Sociology and minors in Psychology and Early Childhood Education. I am the center director to an early learning center currently! I am energetic, fun, and absolutely love kids! I have two teen boys of my own! I love arts and crafts,...
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I have over 18 years of experience working with children and absolutely love it! I am certified in elementary/special education and have worked as an intervention instructor to improve reading/math skills, worked with children who have special needs, and I also have experience working with children in the general...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a substitute teacher mostly for elementary grades. I love the elementary students since they are so willing to learn and can absorb so much material presented to them. I am looking to tutor in science, reading and/or English.
Hope to hear back,
Maria
Palma G.
Belmar, NJ
$16-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! In my previous babysitting job I cared for two elementary and middle school girls. I picked them up after school, gave them their snack and supervised homework. In their free time we played, did crafts and read. I would stay with them until mom and dad returned from work.
Palma can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Lakewood, NJ
Kathleen L.
5.0
Kathleen is both hardworking and well organized. I am pleased to recommend her without reservation, for any position requiring hard work, initiative, loyalty and dedication.
- Colleen M.
Lauren O.
5.0
Lauren has an extremely positive and outgoing personality and has been really flexible with our family's needs.
Working full time with kids remotely in school is a new one for all of us but Lauren has brought a lot of relief to our family. We know our kids are learning and are in good hands...
- Scarlett H.
Marianne V.
5.0
Marianne was a nanny for our 4 year old and 2 year old kids. She was absolutely outstanding. She was so sweet and kind, responsible, punctual, flexible, and she truly loved our kids. She really brought out the best in our kids by playing with them, teaching them, and making them feel safe and...
- Care member
Kelly H.
5.0
Kelly was an outstanding tutor to my two children over a two month period this past summer. My seven year old struggled with reading in first grade, and we wanted to help him prepare for second grade so his confidence would be strong. Kelly knocked it out of the park. She was kind but assertive and...
- Kelly B.
Kimberly M.
5.0
Kim is a Very kind, thoughtful and nurturing person. She is always looking a way to teach and help kids.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Lakewood, NJ
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Lakewood, NJ?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Lakewood, NJ on Care.com will cost an average of $27.50 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 Lakewood, NJ?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Lakewood, NJ. You can search for candidates by their distance from Lakewood 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 Lakewood that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood, NJ?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, 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.
Ratings for Lakewood, NJ reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Lakewood, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.