*Part-time only for the summer!! I will not have a consistent set schedule every week. I can definitely work things out - I just won't be able to do full time.
I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, and passionate.
I like working with kids because kids are incredible little individuals and I love getting to know each of...
Jolina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
I have tutored middle school students all four years of high school at the Singapore American School. I tutor math and science for middle and high school students.
I am fluent in Greek and English as well as intermediate in Spanish. I grew up in Greece and as a young adult I taught English to children 6-15 years old.
I am also able to teach biology and chemistry (inorganic and organic) as well as molecular biology. I have been a TA for several of these disciplines.
I have been a preschool teacher, an early intervention specialist, an art teacher, a child photographer and most importantly the mother to my two children who are now teenagers. They are both in school now, and I am looking for a nanny position. I LOVE children, especially babies and toddlers and little's. I have experience with...
Phyllis can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Collette
PROFILE
Professional social worker with 25 plus years,
Now retired. I have raised 3 children with some special needs. I am calm, empathetic, well spoken, an excellent driver, and enjoy helping people.
I have had my CPR and standard first aid for years, though just let it lapse in 2/17.
Have taught private swim...
I am a recent graduate from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a B. S. in Psychology on the Neuroscience Track, and implement this knowledge in my care. Working with children is something I am incredibly passionate and excited about! I love witnessing a child's growth and development, and consider it a privilege to be...
Lena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
My name is Maryn! I am Freshman at UMass Amherst, originally from Montana. I have a car on campus, a clean driving record, and am CPR and first aid certified. I am an older sister with 2 younger brothers and 3 dogs, so I perform well under a bit of chaos. I started babysitting when I was in 6th grade, but growing up I was always...
Maryn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
I kick started my professional journey in childcare in 2019 at the People's Institute, a daycare center in Northampton, MA. I've been actively involved in providing exceptional care to children of various ages. My responsibilities at the center included not only supervising and engaging the kids but also delivering medical care,...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
I am currently a student at Umass Amherst. For as long as I can remember I have been tutoring and helping students with their schoolwork; even if it was not payed work, I am always the person people can rely on when it comes to needing help with school. I love helping people to finally understand topics they have been struggling...
I'm a speech-language pathologist with four years experience working with high school students with disabilities. I've also worked part-time at an outpatient speech center 1:1 with pre-school and elementary age students. I am interested in connecting with families as a private speech-language pathologist for families looking to...
My children have entered school this year, and I am looking to figure out what's next. Might it be helping out you or your family? Since 2002, I have worked as a teacher in various ways-- as a camp group leader, as an English professor at Brooklyn College, as a babysitter, and as a museum educator. I love all of the arts,...
I love helping younger students find their confidence in math and science. I am going back to school myself for physical therapy, and am studying science myself at the moment, although my background is in English from college.
I bring expertise in helping young students develop fine and gross motor skills, organize and regulate themselves for work, and adapting/modifying work for students to succeed. I work in the area of related services/special education and have extensive experience with special needs/neurodiverse students. Prior to this, I was a...
I've worked in schools for seven years and have served multiple roles in the classroom, for in-classroom support to running my own classroom. I've worked with various grade levels from Early Childhood to High School.
I gained most of my tutoring experience when I volunteered as a tutor in high school, helping middle school students to complete their homework. I also have worked as a TA in an Introductory Biology class at UMass, so I have experience helping students understand more advanced material as well.
I am currently a college student in my second year of school, majoring in Nursing. My strongest subject in school is English, and Math. I love working with children and have helped my little brothers with school work since they were young. I also have helped other children through my high school
Connecting with children has always been one of my greatest strengths and passions. I began at 13 and have gained valuable experience since: I've worked in a variety of roles ranging from babysitter to substitute/after school teacher. My strengths are versatile as I enjoy all sorts of play and activities; physical/outdoor,...
HI! I am a former classroom and special needs teacher, then became a home school mom and now am looking to help and support other families. I love to read books and explore the world whether it be a pretty rock or a beautiful river. I can help with homework and provide tutoring as well and create fun learning activities if you...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
I am currently a reading specialist. I have experience with private tutoring, and have worked as a nanny for many years for children between ages 3 and 13. I am passionate about teaching and love working with children.
Hi! My experience includes being the lead infant teacher and supervisor at a preschool for 4 years, half of the time with infants (8 weeks to 18 months), the other half with toddlers (18 months to 3 yrs old). I am first aid and CPR certified. I am ECE and infant care certified, and safe sleep trained. I was then a nanny for 2...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Northampton, MA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Northampton, MA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Northampton, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $19.80 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 Northampton, MA?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Northampton, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Northampton 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 Northampton that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Northampton, MA?
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How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Northampton, MA?
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What types of reading tutors near me in Northampton, MA 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.