Find Trusted Reading Tutors Near Me in Los Altos, CA
We have 60 reading tutors in Los Altos, CA! Compare and hire the best reading tutor to fit your needs.
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Find reading tutors in Los Altos, CA that you’ll love
60 reading tutors are listed in Los Altos, CA
The average posted rate is $32/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Los Altos, CA
Alejandra M.
Menlo Park, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello lovely families!
My name is Alejandra, I have been working with children since 2003 and appreciate it extremely much.
I am a prior preschool teacher with an Early Childhood Education degree.
I'm a very lovely individual and caring.
I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, and outdoor activities.
I'm very passionate...
Alejandra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Alejandra is punctual, professional, and friendly. We have hired her twice babysitting our 2.5 years old. They had a good time playing together."
Care member
4.9
(13)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nadia and I'm 36 years old. I'm a mother of two wonderful boys who are 7 and 2 years old. Before being a mom I was a nanny for 10 years where I took care of infants, toddlers, nanny shares etc.. I went to school where I graduated as a preschool teacher back in 2011 and durning pandemic I certified myself as a newborn...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Nadia as our night nanny during the early months with our newborn daughter. Her reliability and commitment were outstanding—always punctual and attentive to our needs as new parents.
Nadia just seemed to have a special way...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, hopefully I can be your perfect fit! I have been babysitting since I was 10 years old and I absolutely love it. I have taken courses at De Anza College for Early Childhood Education and am also CPR certified. I have cared for children aged 2 months old through 14 years old including multiples. Some of my favorite...
Tammy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Tammy was easy to communicate with and seemed to enjoy playing with my little guy. It made it easier for me to leave my infant with her knowing he was in good hands. She was even okay with me texting her while I was out to check in to keep me worry free."
Gayle H.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Experienced and reliable nanny with over 15 years of experience. I love my job as a nanny, and I have worked with many great families in the bay area. I have several years of experience working with new borns, infants and toddlers since 2005. I have a nursing degree in my native country which makes me feel competent to provide...
Paola can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Paola has worked with our family for a little over 6 months caring for our son who will be two in January. She was referred to me by a coworker who labeled Paola as the best many she'd ever had!
Paola takes good care of our son and has been incredibly helpful...
Nicole M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Botta. I am a preschool teacher with 12+ years of experience working alongside infants, toddlers, and young children/child up to age 10. My hobbies include: biking, hiking, camping, traveling, trying new food, reading, and arts and crafts. I want to be able to provide parents with comfort and security of having...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Botta helped me with the care of my son, who was around 7 months old. I got extremely lucky when I found Botta after a long search. It was a pleasure working with Botta and she went above and beyond in ensuring that my son was well taken care of. Her experience as...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Rahsaan, and I'm an undergraduate studying physical oceanography at Stanford University. I complement my aptitude for the natural sciences with a minor in American Studies, a leadership role in Stanford's first Nature Photography Club, and a distinction as the first-year winner of the Hoover Institution's...
5.0
"Rahsaan has definitely helped our 4th grader with improving her math skills. She went from not passing to now earning a B. He has been such an asset and I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a patient, smart and reliable tutor."
Mary P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had a fulfilling career as a high school English teacher for 15 years. More recently, I have served as as an education director for a tutoring center and worked with pre-k students up to college aged students. I have helped prepare students for standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT, and TOEFL. I especially enjoy...
5.0
"When we lived in another state, we had this amazing helper - Marilyn that arrived on time and almost floated in with her super human cape on --- to fix things, make it better. Finally I found someone here in the bay area that is similar to her. That person?...
Jill C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Or! Having worked in various camp and school settings, it's a pleasure creating fun and educational environments. Getting to know students and children I work with and building connections is on the top of my priorities priority maintaining their safety and overall well being. I've worked with children...
5.0
"Or helped my kids and our family to navigate the very challenging times of online schooling. He provided support to my second grader and my 5th grader with logging in, keeping on top of assignments, advancing their knowledge, and last, but not least, engaging them...
Ioana T.
Gabriella V.
Menlo Park, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Gabriella or Gaby for short. I have over 13 years of experience working with kids. I enjoy every minute of it. I have worked with 6 different families in the last 13years, I cared for infant twin and all other ages groups ranging from 0-9 years old. most recently I worked for the school district in the Special Ed...
Gabriella can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, honest, and uplifting
In my spare time, I like to read. I enjoy reading all kinda if books but I like reading about history and fashion
One thing you should know about me is I'm available 24/7. I have a very flexible schedule.
My skills include cleaning, teaching, cooking.
Roberto can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families,
My name is Jessica I am experienced working with children ages NB-5yrs of age . I am a Bay Area native looking to have a career in the nanny field .
I offer childcare, pet care, and light cleaning / laundry services for the families I work for.
I love to do art, I love to help with children's homework, read...
Skills:
CPR
I'd describe my personality as lovely, energetic , I love to help people , charismatic
I love kids. I like to teach children using didactic elements, I like them to learn through play
I'm looking new opportunities and because I like to help new mums
have three years of experience taking care of newborns and toddlers.
In...
Bibiana Maria can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sakina A.
Mountain View, CA
$27/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Sakina! I love being friend with kiddos, helping learn and doing activities, reading stories, playing games , singing music. I also work closely with families to support each child's development. I am currently taking a teacher qualification class and working as a teacher with infants and toddlers, focusing on...
Yenifer H.
Mountain View, CA
$27-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Yenifer. I have many years of experience taking care of babies of all ages. I really like babies. I like to play with them, learn with them, teach them new things, for example to walk, to talk, etc. I am a very patient and loving person. I like to see how children learn new things. I like to do many activities...
Yenifer can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring, lovely and friendly nanny who has over 6 years of experience with children from newborn to 12 years old.
I am a mother of two.
High-energy nanny who enjoys playing, dancing, singing, reading book, outdoor activities.
Use creative, interactive and engaging teaching methods to encourage development learning...
Milagritos can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, I am babysitter, I have experience at home and child care centers for more than 7 years old. I have experience with newborns, babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, I have a CPR certificate, I have a clean record, I can provide references.
I am energetic, fun, creative, adaptable, positive, responsible, outgoing, flexible...
My name is Sundus I have love for kids and will have great time with them. I have been babysitting since I was 6 years old. I have attached my resume so you know more about me. I am 27 years old very responsible, I am a very good cook and know how to clean the house and do laundry. I have a master degree in law, worked as a...
Hello, my name is Emily.
I am a full time college student who has been working with kids since I was 13. As the years have passed, I've worked and volunteered with kids in diverse backgrounds.
Teaching and volunteering have been what has given me the experience that I have with kids and is often what I do when I have the...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a mother of two grown children, grandmother of 4 children, and a school teacher. I volunteer in a school classroom, and in a reading program for adults.
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a loving mother of a wonderful 6-year-old, with childcare and Preschool teaching experience and an educational background in Psychology and Child and Adolescent development. I have worked with many families, as well as establishments such as the YMCA with children ranging from the ages of newborn to 13 years of...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Los Altos, CA
Alejandra M.
5.0
Alejandra has been a great asset to our family. She is in tune with my son’s needs and my needs as a mom too. She engages with my son well, gets on his level and helps him have so much fun. I recommend her!
- Care member
Nadia N.
5.0
We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Nadia as our night nanny during the early months with our newborn daughter. Her reliability and commitment were outstanding—always punctual and attentive to our needs as new parents.
Nadia just seemed to have a special way with kids. Our baby loved being...
- Care member
Tammy H.
5.0
Tammy was great. My daughter loved her when she worked for us. She still remembers her as "the best sitter" she had. :-)
- Elizabeth B.
Paola S.
5.0
Paola has been great with my 2 year old. She immediately bonded with my kid and made sure my child was well cared for, and also took my kid for walks in the neighborhood and to the park. She is very responsive and kept us updated on all the activities. Highly recommend her for any nanny/babysitting...
- Care member
Botta U.
5.0
Botta helped me with the care of my son, who was around 7 months old. I got extremely lucky when I found Botta after a long search. It was a pleasure working with Botta and she went above and beyond in ensuring that my son was well taken care of. Her experience as a preschool teacher makes her...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Los Altos, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Los Altos, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Los Altos, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $32.20 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 Los Altos, CA?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Los Altos, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Los Altos 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 Los Altos that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Los Altos, CA?
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 Los Altos 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 Los Altos, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Los Altos, CA, 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 Los Altos, CA 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.