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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Haley, and I bring over 12 years of experience working with children. I've worked with kids in a variety of roles- babysitter, swim coach, camp counselor, behavioral therapist, and more. I also have a bachelor's degree from Tulane University. I have experience with children of all ages, from babies to tweens, as well...
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
4.5
(2)
I have about 10 years of experience working with children. My roles range from being a nanny (infant/toddler/child), tutor, after school mentor, student teacher, and substitute teacher. I enjoy reading stories, doing art, exploring nature, cooking, and giving homework support. Feel free to ask my any questions you may...
Jan can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jan has provided child care for my two young children a couple times and I just want to share what a great job she does! Jan is easy going and competent. She played games with my children and provided crafts that were beyond my expectations. My children connected...
Adair P.
4.6
(7)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
I choose to be nanny because I love kids. I have experience looking after them for more than 5 years. I am compassionate, reliable, trustworthy. I volunteered teaching to small kids (primary school level). I enjoy their company, spending time with them doing activities like playing, drawing, reading books, teaching them, taking...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We had Kalsang as a nanny to our daughter full time for 3 months, before starting daycare. Our daughter was just 3-6 months old at the time. Kalsang was quickly part of the family! She was caring, attentive, and patient with our daughter. I felt she did everything...
Amy W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there ' My name is Katherine I'm 33years old. I have 13 years of experience working with children. I am fluent in Spanish. I have affiliated myself with various families. I was teaching at a bilingual preschool mix with Playbass / Montessori do to Covid-19 I had no choice but to give my position up. I love working with...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"She's super charismatic and such a kind person. She always has a positive attitude and a great skill she has is that she is always willing to learn a new skill."
Karen G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nakya, but you can call me Kya, it's easier to remember! I have a ton of experience working with children, starting with the fact that I'm the eldest of 5 ;). I'm originally from the Bay Area and worked for two years with the East Oakland Youth Development Center teaching math and language arts for kids aged 5-12,...
Nakya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Kya to watch our 5-month-old baby girl for the day and she was great. On time (early actually), immediately comfortable with our girl (and our dog), and did a lot of activities with her: singing, reading, playing, going for a walk. It was only for one day,...
Robert S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Lorena, 41, Bilingual, Spanish. Former Spanish teacher in the Bay Area, K- 8th, for over 10 years, and 5 extra years in my country of origin, Ecuador. I also have 7+ years of nanny experience in the Bay Area.
I have a clean driving record and glowing references. Fully vaccinated against Covid.
I love reading,...
Lorena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lorena is honest, well organized and dependable. She has worked as an elementary school teacher in Ecuador and as a Spanish teacher to elementary school students in the US. She has much experience as a child care provider. I have known her for more than 15 years."
Ralph S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Mercedes. I have been dedicated to the care of children for over 18 years and at one time, I was a foster mother. I love working with children because they are sincere, tender and adorable. I have my driver's license in California and a good record at the DMV. Besides, I am a mother and I mean I can care for...
Mercedes can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth has worked as the full-time nanny for our twins for the past two years since they were six months old. We could not be happier having hired her or more satisfied with her work, and we are so pleased she is a part of our twins' lives.
We knew from the...
David S.
Kaitlin D.
Martinez, CA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(20)
Hired by 35 families in your neighborhood
**Fully vaccinated for COVID, flu, & Tdap!**
Hi! I'm a certified elementary teacher. In 2018, I graduated with my bachelor's degree in elementary and special education. I continued my studies and completed my master's degree in childhood and adolescent literacy to become a reading specialist in 2020. I exited the classroom in...
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We hired Kate for our first date night out, leaving our 3.5 month little baby with a non-family babysitter. I found her experience on Care.com impressive, and when talking to her on the phone she sounded very mature and responsible.
When she got to our house,...
Christina S.
5.0
(4)
Hello! Thank you for the opportunity to share a little about myself. I am a 38-year-old stay at home mom to a very sweet, 31-month-old! I am looking to welcome another child to watch from our home. I am also open to watching your child/children in your home, if you are comfortable with my daughter being there! I have extensive...
Malia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I have known for many years, we meet at work so I have had the privilege of knowing Malia professionally as well as a dear friend.
Professionally I would describe Malia as hard work, devoted and always offering a helping hand. She was a great team member and...
Courtney M.
5.0
(2)
I have experience tutoring elementary and middle school math, and all levels of writing. I have taught English to English Language Learners and can also help planning and writing college essays.
5.0
"Alissa is a wonderful caretaker! She is kind, compassionate and intelligent."
Isabel D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Born & raised here in the East Bay, I have lots of caregiving and teaching experience with children, including infant care to care for teens locally and overseas. I love children and am a proud auntie of many cutie pies! :)). Quality time with children are the best! I believe in good people care because I value people and...
Annette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have been so happy with Annette taking care of our little 8 week old angel pie : )
Annette really brings the sunshine into the home with her bright disposition, gentle nature, and love for little ones. She's also incredibly attentive to the details.
We are...
Beau B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a full or part-time nanny for over 15 years! I am also a top of the line mother's helper. I am currently seeking a family to start now, I can be responsible for children's laundry, children's meals, bath time. Generally, I spend lots of time playing with the kids, reading, getting out to the park or...
Susana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Susana cared for our child from 1/23 - 5/23 and were sad to see her go. Susana is a natural with children. My child connected with her quickly and loved the singing and learning. As a parent, I appreciate Susana's communication, receptiveness, and demonstration of...
Care member
Sara S.
Martinez, CA
$32-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Loving And Experienced Childcare Worker With 6+ Years Experience.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sara :)
About me:
I'm an experienced childcare worker of 8 years from Martinez! I have worked with children ages 4 months to teens and aside from nannying, have volunteered in nurseries and was previously employed at a day care.
I supply a fun atmosphere while being sure to meet disciplinary and educational goals for...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sara has a been a great nanny to our daughter who loves having Sara around. Sara is really playful and shows a ton of affection to our daughter. She takes our daughter to the playground, accompanies her on play dates, does arts & crafts, feeds her meals, etc. Sara...
Vina H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been a professional nanny for over 10 years now. I am a mom to three well-educated and successful adult children, and a former elementary school teacher (over 10yr, including time as a substitute teacher at Golestan preschool, Berkeley). My native language is Persian, and I read, write, and speak well in English. As a...
Marzieh can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marzieh helped us bridge a gap in childcare for our 18 month old daughter. (Our previous nanny had to leave for a family emergency, and we needed two weeks of M-F 9-5 coverage before her new daycare began).
We could not have been luckier in hiring Marzieh. Our...
Greg M.
Carmen M.
Oakland, CA
$40-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Carmen, and I am 27 years old. I began my childcare working with kids in special needs education at Castro Valley High School my sophomore year until I graduated in 2014. During that time I was also a part time nanny for various families in the evenings. After high-school I immediately began working as a...
Carmen can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Carmen is a premiere childcare provider! Very familiar with terminologies relating to care styles, such as BLE and attachment parenting. conversation was very comfortable and had a natural flow. Experience is impressive and I recommend her to anyone looking for...
Joe M.
Monicalaire P.
Oakland, CA
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.4
(26)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have 9 years of professional experience working with kids ranging from newborn- teenagers along with senior care.
Over the past 9 years, I have worked for over 40 families. Special needs background and experienced night doula.
Certified nurse assistant . HOME AIDE Registered. COVID vaccinated.
Cosmetologist, cook,...
Monicalaire can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Monica really came through for us. We were in a pinch and she agreed to stay on board to continue helping us a couple days a week. The kids really like her."
Yvonne M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, dear family!
My name is Rose, and I'm 29 years old with over 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I hold a degree in education from Brazil and worked as a preschool teacher for 3 years, caring for infants and toddlers. I was also an au pair in the U. S. for 2 years, where I took care of an infant and...
Rose can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Rose babysat for us for a couple of days a few months ago. She followed directions well and our boy enjoyed playing with her. She worked as an Au pair for our child's friend, so we are familiar with her and would see her at the park. She was always attentive and...
Wanwan X.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! I'm a professional contract Nanny and have worked with families of many sizes and ages for over 15 years. So, I have seen and done it all!
What I do:
-Development milestones
-Early childhood education
-Speech and language development
-Potty training
-Sensory development
-Feeding transitions
-Repetitive scheduling...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Sarah is an absolutely amazing Caregiver. She is punctual, patient, and has a wealth of experience. My wife is disabled and we had 1/yo twin girls when we first hired Sarah. She has been with us for almost 3 years now, and I wholeheartedly recommend her for any...
Chris P.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Avianna, and I am a registered nurse looking to help families while I figure out what direction I want to pursue with my license. I've been a nurse for 2 years, and in college I worked frequently in both child and senior care. I love to work with the young because we teach each other!
My resume reads /serves...
Avianna can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Avianna has all the qualities you would want in a person caring for your child. She is responsible, enthusiastic, and able to relate to children of different ages and needs very well. We have had her care for our children regularly for over a year and have had...
Anne C.
Briana G.
Berkeley, CA
$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Briana, and I am a recent graduate from the University of California, Berkeley, where I studied International Relations and Global Poverty Practice. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. Aside from caring for children, I have also tutored elementary students in Mathematics...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Briana is an incredible caretaker and all-around good human. She cared for our children (age 4mo to 7yrs) for 1.5 years and only stopped when it was time to move for college. I can't recommend her highly enough. She's an incredible role model, sweet and loving with...
Corinne M.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Orinda, CA
Jan G.
5.0
Jan has provided child care for my two young children a couple times and I just want to share what a great job she does! Jan is easy going and competent. She played games with my children and provided crafts that were beyond my expectations. My children connected with her instantly and she already...
- Adair P.
Kalsang N.
5.0
Kalsang was great with our 1 year old daughter. She helped us for several full days while we were at work during a time our regular nanny was on vacation. She is intuitive with children and cares deeply about her work. Highly trustworthy and responsible.
- Chad A.
Katherine A.
5.0
Katherine was able to teach my kid Spanish. She is punctual and very caring. She took my kid out to the park and did different activities with him. I also have a baby that she was able to watch when I needed a sitter. One thing I appreciated was that she had a background with working with kids at...
- Karina L.
Nakya L.
5.0
We hired Kya to watch our 5-month-old baby girl for the day and she was great. On time (early actually), immediately comfortable with our girl (and our dog), and did a lot of activities with her: singing, reading, playing, going for a walk. It was only for one day, but we would have her back in a...
- Robert S.
Lorena D.
5.0
Lorena is an absolute gem, and any family to have her help is lucky! We hired Lorena as a teacher/childcare provider for our six-year olds during almost an entire year of distance learning. She managed our pod of 4 boys from 8:30 - 2:30, and she created an environment that was both fun and...
- Andi B.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Orinda, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Orinda, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Orinda, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $28.00 per hour as of January 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 Orinda, CA?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Orinda, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Orinda 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 Orinda that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Orinda, 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 Orinda 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 Orinda, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Orinda, 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 Orinda, 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.