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60 reading tutors are listed in Mercer Island, WA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in Mercer Island, WA
Katherin V.
Seattle, WA
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm A Teacher, And I Likeintegrate My Skills As An Educator Into My Passion As A Childcare Provider
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I've worked in childcare for three years now. I have experience with kids from 4 months to teenagers. I'm very loving, caring, patient and kind. I enjoy working with kids of all ages and like to get involved and have a positive impact on their lives. One of the reasons I love caring for children is their curiosity and...
5.0
"I used Katherin a few times for backup care when my daycare closed and for date night. She was always punctual, dependable, and pleasant. She got along with my daughter well and even washed dishes and helped around the house."
Salvatore M.
4.4
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've had the honour of caring for children over the last 10 years, starting with friends & family, then creating new families as I grew. I'm easy going, patient with an eccentric personality and eclectic taste/interests; which have allowed me to bond & build all kinds of relationships. Being bilingual has been beneficial, so I...
Anacani can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ana has cared for my 3 boys for over 3 years. I think the highest compliment I can give her is that she truly loves my children, and they love her as well. Over the years she has become like family. She is loving, caring, goofy and fun and she instills in my boys...
Erica B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for 19 years, camp counseling for 6 summers and working as an after school teacher for 4 years. Roles include Site Director at YMCA, assistant camp director, and lead after school teacher. When I babysit, I like to play with toys and games, play sports outside, and do fun projects. I have scootered with...
Jeremy can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I needed a sitter for my 8, 5 and 4 year old children (1 boy and 2 girls) and Jeremy was the perfect fit. He showed up on time and made my sometimes shy children feel immediately at ease. He was very professional and made sure that he was aware of emergency...
Jamie P.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I'm a Seattle-based elementary school educator with experience teaching students in all subjects, grades K-5. I'm also experienced in teaching ELL learners in small group and 1:1 settings and am endorsed in Elementary Education and Special Education. I have spent a majority of my teaching career in kindergarten and am...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Meiko is capable, outgoing, very hands-on, takes initiative and has a strong work ethic. She has worked as a volunteer in my elementary classroom, and has always been a star! Children love her gentle, intuitive, nurturing nature. (She's a lot of fun, too!) She has...
Jennifer W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely love children and I get along very well with all ages. I recently moved back home from college and I am looking for part-time employment. I am currently nannying for a family Tuesday through Thursday during the week, and occasional Monday's. 8am-5 p.m. are the hours I will be working those days. So, I will be...
Ellesse can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Ellesse is a great! She is reliable responsible and the kids love her. She always engages the kids in fun activities as well as making sure things are cleaned up when we get back. The other thing we really appreciate is the great communication. When we get back she...
Eli W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi Everybody!
I've been working with kids for 8 years and have babysat for the past 5 years. I've cared for many families, mostly in date night roles, with kids aged 1 and up. In addition to date nights, I've helped with weekends, overnights, and full-time babysitting in the summer. My main jobs are teaching math and coaching...
Tanner can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tanner was punctual, and our kids had a blast with him!"
Kelly P.
Daniela B.
Seattle, WA
$35-45/hr • 4 yrs exp
Experienced And Enthusiastic Nanny Ready To Take Care Of Your Little Ones
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Daniela and I have four years of experience as a nanny and I'm a mother of two and grandmother of four. I'm currently looking for a part-time position. Besides being a nanny I'm also the lead Italian teacher for the Italian Cultural Association where I teach to children and adults. I moved to Seattle from Italy...
Daniela can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"She is a wonderful person, gets along really well with our kids. We prefer her speak Italian to our kids so they learn a different language and they are doing really good. Also, she is very creative with arts and crafts and kids really like it. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Graduate student at University of Montana with 7 years of experience caring for children from the ages of 4 to 12 and two years experience working as a tutor. CPR/First Aid Certified. Lover of the outdoors, crafting and reading. I currently live in Capitol Hill, Seattle.
Alexa can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I had Alexa as a student for two years. She was a fabulous student! She was responsible and organized. Alexa was always willing to help her peers. She is a hard worker and really cares about the job she does. I would I highly recommend her."
Nicole H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My previous experience is working with infants. I have watched an 11-month-old for the majority of the daytime before with no trouble. I also have worked with first and second graders and helping them learn to read by reading to them. I have also done this with fourth and fifth graders. Though I am new, I am very confident in my...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Molly is an exceptionally responsible Babysitter. Our 5 year old son adores her.
"
Amy M.
Kenadi K.
Renton, WA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there I'm Kenadi! I've had a lot of experience with kids infant-10 years old! I love doing energetic activities, sports or games, and reading with kiddos. I'm an animal lover so I have no problem with pets! I love to hike and be outdoors in my free time. I am a teacher and am looking for part time work like a weekly date...
Kenadi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
5.0
"Kenadi has been our after school and date night babysitter for two years. She is super responsible, always on time, friendly and sweet. My two girls love her! Anyone would be lucky to have Kenadi take care of their little ones!"
Kate S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Emma, I am 26 years old, and I am originally from the Pacific Northwest, I have lived in a few different places in the last few years but you really just can't beat the PNW! I have a dog who is my best friend, I love being outside, reading, running, hiking !
I have lots of experience with children ranging from...
Emma can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emma has been amazing for us! Always on time, good communication regarding availability and times that she is needed. Plays well with the kids and is a pleasure to have working for us! "
Julia T.
Camila R.
Seattle, WA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Camila, I live in Central District, Seattle. I'm currently a nanny to a 8-month-old baby and 8-year-old boy and have been working with them for about 2 years and a half!
My experiences:
1- full time nanny to twin boys (3 y/o).
2- morning babysitter/driver to two girls (7&11 years old).
3-- afternoon nanny to...
Camila can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Camila has been providing wonderful care (play, feed, change, sleep, etc) for our 15 month daughter for the last 6 months on an ad hoc basis. Would gladly recommend Camila!"
Emily M.
5.0
(21)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with children for close to 30 yrs. The fun all started when I was 12 yrs old as a babysitter for my 6th grade teacher. Once I started college I continued working with children as a nanny for 4 years. Over the last 30 years I have had the privileged of partnering with over 31 families. Between babysitting, being a...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Margaret is such an incredible nanny! We were very fortunate to have her as our nanny for our 4 month old daughter and we couldn’t have imagined anyone better caring for her. Margaret is incredibly reliable, caring, playful and trustworthy. She is very professional...
Care member
4.9
(12)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny in the past. I am the mother of a set of twins and a single, all boys. They are now all graduated from high school, so I feel I have had practice with all ages, plus as a teacher of middle school kids, I have had plenty of practice with different behaviors. I am patient, kind and warm. I am smiley and laid...
Jane can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Jane was great. Very caring and attentive to our child. Was on time, flexible, kind and did an amazing job. Would definitely hire again and recommend her to anyone!"
Richard K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm looking to consolidate my schedule from working with multiple part time families to a single full-time family.
I currently nanny a 13 mo. old, 18 mo. old, 19 mo. old and 3. 5-year-old but have experience with 6 mo. plus.
About me - I have a preference of a Montessori style of teaching/learning/playing and adapt to...
Jazmyne can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Jazzy was by far our favorite nanny. She took care of my little ones for over a year. She is genuinely a sweet girl who goes above and beyond to make sure our babies are safe, happy, and well cared for. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi!
I am a current pre-dental student at the University of Washington looking to help parents out on weekends or weeknights! I have 2 1/2 years experience as a restaurant server and 2 years of office assistant/dental assistant experience. I've done a lot of volunteering with American Red cross and currently have CPR...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Hannah went above and beyond! We needed someone short notice for childcare and she was very accommodating. She was on-time everyday, made sure the kids had outdoor playtime, and also cleaned up around the house when she had extra time (even though we told her it...
Fran R.
Breanna P.
Seattle, WA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with kids and providing them with fun memorable experiences! I worked as a Disney Princess entertaining at birthday parties, as well as tutored with Kumon Learning Center and the America Reads Challenge throughout my undergraduate degree. I'm committed to childhood education and most importantly childhood fun! I'm...
Breanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
" She worked for me for three years. She was a princess for my princess party company and tutored my daughter. She's reliable, dependable, sweet, kind, and caring. I wish you were back in Pennsylvania I miss her dearly "
Julie D.
Julia O.
Seattle, WA
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a creative and compassionate tutor and nanny based in the Seattle, here to assist your family in the education and care of your child(ren). I come from a large family, many of whom are successful teachers, giving me a deep appreciation for both family and education. I am distinguished in Art, Music, English and...
5.0
"Julia did an incredible job with my two young daughters aged 7 and 10. Not only did Julia get my kids through a year of at-home pandemic schooling, but she also kept the kids active, doing activities outside with them between classes.
Julia is kind, caring,...
Kirk M.
5.0
(2)
Hi all! My name is Ellary, I'm 29 years old and though I currently work as a pastry chef, I have years of childcare experience working with a variety of age ranges. I worked at a children's summer camp, spent 4 years working as a 4th and 1st-grade after-school reading teacher, and was a long-term nanny for two amazing young...
Ellary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ellary is a fabulous young woman with years of experience working with children. She has taught them science and music and has the ability to connect with children of all ages and temperaments. My boys love her dearly. She is patient and kind, enthusiastic and...
Tolly S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids for seven years now. I consistently work at a church once a month for the first four years. Within my years of experience, I have worked during the summers with families of all ages and sizes. This includes a family of one boy (11) and girl (9), another family with two boys ages 6 months, 6 years...
Starr can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Starr did an amazing job taking care of my little one for a date night. She was professional, punctual, and very caring toward my little one. I highly recommend Starr and would love to hire her again."
Lauren T.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Mercer Island, WA
Katherin V.
5.0
Katherine is a really nice caregiver, trustworthy and on schedule and will always notify me in advance if she will be absent.
- Xi C.
Anacani C.
5.0
Ana was amazing at helping us out when our preschool closed unexpectedly. She took our son out for lots of outdoor time, played with him patiently, and was easy to communicate with. I'd definitely recommend her and have her back when we need help in the future!
- Care member
Jeremy W.
5.0
Jeremy was great with my son and daughter. He had activities planned and was very engaging. My kids had a blast and I would definitely hire him again.
- David M.
Meiko N.
5.0
Meiko is capable, outgoing, very hands-on, takes initiative and has a strong work ethic. She has worked as a volunteer in my elementary classroom, and has always been a star! Children love her gentle, intuitive, nurturing nature. (She's a lot of fun, too!) She has worked with children of varying...
- Jennifer W.
Ellesse S.
5.0
Ellesse is a great! She is reliable responsible and the kids love her. She always engages the kids in fun activities as well as making sure things are cleaned up when we get back. The other thing we really appreciate is the great communication. When we get back she tells us what activities they did...
- Eli W.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Mercer Island, WA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Mercer Island, WA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Mercer Island, WA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of February 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 Mercer Island, WA?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Mercer Island, WA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Mercer Island 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 Mercer Island that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Mercer Island, WA?
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 Mercer Island 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 Mercer Island, WA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Mercer Island, WA, 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 Mercer Island, WA 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 Mercer Island, WA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Reading Tutors in Mercer Island, WA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.