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I've volunteered at an inner city missions in Pittsburgh for nearly 11 years now and I have been tutoring children and teenagers (ages 5-18) in English, mathematics and Spanish. I've also worked with kids at my church in the same areas.
I'm pursuing a minor in Spanish and was enrolled into a 13-year program throughout...
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently filling a full time position. Best of luck!
Hi! I'm a Yankee/Southerner, with family in Connecticut, Missouri, & Texas. I have 20 years of overall experience with children. I have a passion for arts and crafts and used to teach ceramics to children 2-14-year-olds for 3 years. As a teenager I babysat children of...
Catherine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Catherine (Caty) Zocco about three and a half years ago to take care of our children, now 16 and 13. Caty's main responsibilities during the school year included picking them up from school and driving them to after-school activities. Caty managed their...
Jayashree S.
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, pleasant, inquisitive, and down to earth.
I spend most of my spare time either doing some form of exercise, or with my friends. If possible, I love to spend time outside.
I like working with people of all ages, and I'm looking for a job that offers me a lot of flexibility regarding...
Alicia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Alicia was great with my kids. She was very interactive and kept up with my rambunctious boys! Alicia also kept communication with me through the night."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I truly love spending my time with children and consider it a privilege to help them on their growing journey! I have 20 years of experience with children of all ages, both as a nanny and as an early learning teacher.
I also have two kids(23&20)of my own, so I can often rely on my motherly instinct! I consider raising happy,...
Brandy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brandy was a wonderful addition to our family and her experience helped us in so many ways. Brandy was always kind, patient and engaging with our daughter and also worked with us on nutrition, safety and age appropriate activities/education. She really does it all,...
Christine S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 5 years experience as a paid tutor for grades pre-k to graduate school. My strengths include math, science and computer programming the latter of which I know and can teach over 12 languages. While those are my strengths I can also tutor a wide variety of other subjects. I went to PSU main campus and graduated in...
5.0
"So lucky to have found Ben! He is a godsend. We first hired Ben last minute to help my oldest child study for an AP Calc test. Since then, he has helped all of our children in a variety of their courses. He has worked most closely with our son who has ASD. Ben is...
Michelle S.
With four years of in-classroom experience as a certified educator, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for teaching and childcare. I absolutely love theatre, reading, and travel, and I incorporate these interests into my approach to education when working with kiddos. My passion for theatre allows me to create...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Kaitlin F.
McKees Rocks, PA
$16-18/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As an experienced, certified teacher, now stay at home mom, I am skilled at providing care for children of all ages. My patient and friendly demeanor allows me to connect with children, for all sorts of activities such as; games, puzzles, arts and crafts, reading, outdoor play, and more. I believe in open communication with...
Kaitlin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am available to tutor students in kindergarten through grade eight. I can come to your home or meet at a library. Ilook forward to hearing from you!
My love of children from a young age has given me the opportunity to teach as well as care for children of all ages for 18 years. I have degrees in both early childhood and elementary education as well as many years experience as a babysitter and nanny. I have worked with children ranging in age from newborn to 11+ years old. I...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
I tutored a student for 2. 5 years in high school chemistry, biology, and algebra. I am also familiar with and have performed well in calculus and English writing.
Susan K.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked for two tutoring agencies, Sylvan Learning Center in Boston, MA for three years and the Huntington Learning
Center in Pittsburgh, PA for 1. 5 years. Itutored math and reading in both agencies. I was also an English tutor in college for 5 semesters.
Rebeca M.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring and reliable
I have worked professionally with kids since 2021 at a day care facility as a float teacher and have recently began working at a school district as a title 1 reading tutor. I graduated in December of 2023 with an early childhood education major and minor in human...
Rebeca can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Abigail L.
Pittsburgh, PA
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have loved being around kids all of my life and just playing with them and watching them smile and laugh and have a great time. I grew up being the helper with my mom and tutoring both my siblings and their friends, even at a young age! I look forward to working with you and your kiddos!
I am a Lego alum and current DePaul University grad student attending virtual classes from my living room in Mt. Lebanon. I am an animation student with a minor in Spanish currently working toward my Masters degree. I enjoy tutoring children and helping them with classes, and I understand many parents are looking for tutors to...
I'm great with children of all ages! I come from a very large family, so I'm comfortable and experienced with children of all ages. I've been babysitting since I was in middle school, and I now professionally work with high school students teaching German, which is a lot of fun! I like playing games, doing crafts, reading...
Francesca can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Dinazhia. I am a kindergarten teacher from Pittsburgh! I attended Slippery Rock and Point Park University. I am currently seeking some summer/part time work doing what I love, which is working with children. I have been teaching for five years now but have worked with children for as long as I've been able to....
Dinazhia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Tamara S.
Pittsburgh, PA
$25-34/hr • 8 yrs exp
I worked as a baby sitter and nanny for longer than 6 years on part time an full time jobs, as Spanish tutor for the past 4 years and as a teacher for an international foundation. I have a bachelor in nutrition. I like to be outdoors, to go out on walks and runs but also like to read and bake. I can cook almost everything if I...
Tamara can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have my bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and master's in teaching English as a Second language. I'm in my third year of teaching ESL at a local elementary school. Tutoring is an extra job that I truly love doing. Getting to know my students abilities, then tailor our sessions to meet theirs needs is what I strive...
I graduated in 2022 with a bachelor's in Elementary Education. Since then I have taught 5th grade math and Kindergarten. I have experience being a private tutor.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked as the long term nanny for 10-month-old twin boys and their 2-year-old sister, 3 brothers between 8 and 13, two sisters ages 4 and 6, as well as occasionally for every age starting at 3 months! I love children, and am always happy to play, read, and craft with them! Much of my family work in education, so I'm...
Lillian can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Lillian was amazing!! We were in town for fashion week and a sitter we had didn't show up. She responded and came immediately. She was super loving, playful, just fantastic energy for my toddler son. He loved her. She worked for us a few times that week and even...
Bridgetta T.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Oakdale, PA
Catherine Z.
5.0
Caty is a professional nanny. Reliable, trustworthy, on time, honest and flexible. She would do light housework, prepare meals, pick up the kids and take them to their activities and send us lots of videos of their activities, prepare dinner, read, help with homework, and get them ready for bed....
- Roshni F.
Alicia L.
5.0
Alicia was great with my kids. She was very interactive and kept up with my rambunctious boys! Alicia also kept communication with me through the night.
- Care member
Brandy B.
5.0
Brandy was a wonderful addition to our family and her experience helped us in so many ways. Brandy was always kind, patient and engaging with our daughter and also worked with us on nutrition, safety and age appropriate activities/education. She really does it all, I highly recommend her!
- Christine S.
Ben W.
5.0
So lucky to have found Ben! He is a godsend. We first hired Ben last minute to help my oldest child study for an AP Calc test. Since then, he has helped all of our children in a variety of their courses. He has worked most closely with our son who has ASD. Ben is so kind, personable, and has a way...
- Michelle S.
Lillian M.
5.0
Lillian was amazing!! We were in town for fashion week and a sitter we had didn't show up. She responded and came immediately. She was super loving, playful, just fantastic energy for my toddler son. He loved her. She worked for us a few times that week and even recommend her friend who sat twice...
- Bridgetta T.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Oakdale, PA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Oakdale, PA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Oakdale, PA on Care.com will cost an average of $10.00 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 Oakdale, PA?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Oakdale, PA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Oakdale 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 Oakdale that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Oakdale, PA?
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 Oakdale 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 Oakdale, PA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Oakdale, PA, 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 Oakdale, PA 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.