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My name is Cheyenne. I am a Penn State graduate looking to help out with your tutoring needs. I have 10+ years of tutoring experience with my own siblings and also with other families who have entrusted me with their children's education. I have experience as a tutor for children as young as 5 with learning to read, all the way...
Heather H.
Palm Desert, CA
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a BA in Communication & Psychology from the University of San Francisco. 10+ years experience tutoring kids of all ages. Specialize in Humanities/English/Literature.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Candyce
I accepted a position in the kindergarten in the Desert Sands Unified School District in 2021. I retired in June of 2024 and have been substituting for Palm Springs Unified School District and Springs Charter Schools, the first school where I began working in the desert. I taught TK- Grade 2 from 2016 until 2021.
I...
Candyce can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Valerie, and I'm currently attending University online to complete my Bachelor's Degree in environmental science. I hope to contribute to saving our environment and planet. In the mean time, I like to spend my time reading and writing. I work here on Care. com to pay for my expenses. I've always loved working with...
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Valerie is a terrific nanny. She helped me balance the needs of my 1 year old baby, while I tended to my older toddlers. She is kind, responsible and caring. I would definitely recommend her."
Paul L.
4.9
(13)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello :) My name is Destiny and I have a heart for children. I have experienced caring for children between the ages of 0 weeks through 17 years old. In my experience I have fed, bathed, read to, sleep trained, helped W/ homework, behavioral intervention, carpooled to/from school, and did light cleaning in the home. I also have...
Destiny can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Destiny cares for our 18-month-old twins, and we feel like we hit the lottery with her. It was obvious to us right away that she has a lot of experience with children and has a legitimate background in early childhood development. Our kids definitely love her,...
Chad H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
*Currently unavailable for the rest of the 2018 season, please check back for schedule availability* My experience starts with being a stay at home mother of four boys. On a daily basis we would play, learn, laugh and love. We spent a lot of time outside at parks, beaches, and tennis courts. When indoors, we would read,...
Monica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Monica is a trustworthy and reliable person. She is also a hard worker with great work ethics. She is great with kids and adults alike and has a bright positive disposition. I would highly recommend Monica as a caregiver!"
Antoinette A.
Bridget A.
Indio, CA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm 45 years old and I'm a mother of two kids ages 12 and 16. I live in San Jacinto and I have been a nanny for four families kids aging from newborn to teenagers. My kids were both born prematurely so I have preemie experience and my daughter has right sided cerebral palsy so I have experience with kids with disabilities...
Bridget can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience as a Babysitter and almost two years as a Nanny. I am also CPR and First aid certified! I absolutely love working with children and am in college to become an elementary school teacher. When I'm not at work I enjoy baking, reading and hanging out with friends. I am currently working with a family...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I come from a family of four, so many siblings. I have a younger sister, whom I help take care of all the time because my mother works full time. I also help take care of my niece when my brother or sister in-law have something to do. My older sister has a lot of friends who have children, so I get to be around them a lot and...
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Rachel T.
Indio, CA
$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have tutored children through elementary ages. but have experience in caring for all ages. I have experience in tutoring for Science, Art, Math, English, and Sports. I especially love helping kids read. I have helped coach volleyball at a Fellowship of Christian Athletes camp in UCLA for over 1, 500 kids. I also have aided in...
I graduated high school with a 4. 0 gpa and am currently attending college for my early childhood education degree. Can provide tutoring in your home or mine. Can provide transportation if necessary.
I am a 3rd year English Linguistics Major and can help in multiple subjects.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am CPR Certified and TB negative. I was a teacher for 17 years in a public school in Thailand. My family owns a preschool and kindergarten back in Thailand so I have a lot of experience taking care of children, ages newborn to 6-years-old. I get along with children very well. Playing games or spending time for many hours with...
Punchakarn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"We are incredibly grateful to have found Pam! From the very beginning, she established a loving and nurturing bond, always ensuring a safe and engaging environment filled with fun activities that support learning and development. Her reliability and attentiveness...
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Dana T.
Palm Springs, CA
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a Mom with two incredible kids! I have a passion for teaching and teach music therapy as well as I'm a sound bath practitioner, Reiki Master Teacher and meditation/Mantra practitioner and Massage therapist for the last 25years. I love helping parents adjust and feel that it's my job to create a holistic environment...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dana was great with our 14 month old. She came prepared with lots of toys. She even took the initiative on figuring out dinner while we were in an unfamiliar place so I could enjoy my night. She has a very warm energy"
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Daisy M.
Palm Springs, CA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Daisy, and I am a dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with extensive experience working with children of all ages. Over the years, I have honed my skills through various roles, including babysitting, tutoring, and working as an autism behavioral technician. My background includes experience as an...
Daisy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Adam G.
Salton City, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Effective And Well-Educated Credentialed Teacher - Seeking Tutoring Work
I have been working in Education since March of 2000. Tutoring students has been one of my most favorite and rewarding jobs. I love teaching, but tutoring truly helps students, without the red-tape. I am a Special Education Teacher because I possess a passion and love for helping students achieve their goals, or to simply assist...
Jenni S.
Palm Springs, CA
$40-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Rated, Experienced, And Empathetic Private Educator/Homeschooling
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist, with most of my clientele being children and teens with special needs. For over 15 years, I have taught language, executive functioning, play, social, and life skills to kids with ADHD, Autism, CP, Pandas, and other diagnoses. In addition to doing private behavioral therapy, I have...
Irlanda C.
Palm Springs, CA
$20-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Would Take Care Of Your Kids Like They Where Part Of My Family
In any job that I had I take thing really seriously and I am really passionate about the things I do, I love doing art things or crafts so I would entertain the kid and teach them things, I love reading . I would take care of them like they are part of my family, I have take care of my cousins, friends kids or neighbors kids...
I live with a big family including my boyfriends 2 nieces. One is 12 and the other is 7yrs old. They always have homework and during the summer I tutor them! I am most skilled in Math, English, and History. We also do a lot of arts and crafts, also love to draw and paint.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Palm Desert, CA
Valerie R.
5.0
Valerie is a terrific nanny. She helped me balance the needs of my 1 year old baby, while I tended to my older toddlers. She is kind, responsible and caring. I would definitely recommend her.
- Paul L.
Destiny R.
5.0
Destiny was so great with our 2 year old grandson. She not just played with him but taught him and even taught my daughter some tips on handling him if he was upset about not being able to do something he wanted to do. Also he spoke more words when she was there. Our only disappointment is that...
- Care member
Monica P.
5.0
Monica is a trustworthy and reliable person. She is also a hard worker with great work ethics. She is great with kids and adults alike and has a bright positive disposition. I would highly recommend Monica as a caregiver!
- Antoinette A.
Punchakarn V.
5.0
We are incredibly grateful to have found Pam! From the very beginning, she established a loving and nurturing bond, always ensuring a safe and engaging environment filled with fun activities that support learning and development. Her reliability and attentiveness gave us peace of mind, knowing that...
- Care member
Dana T.
5.0
Dana was amazing with our 10 week old son who can be quite fussy.,She engaged with him and got him to sleep each night so we could have some evenings out for our vacation. She is warm, calm and was never flustered. I’d hire Dana as my nanny if I lived in the Palm Springs area.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Palm Desert, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Palm Desert, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Palm Desert, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $26.33 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 Palm Desert, CA?
Care.com currently has 3 reading tutors in Palm Desert, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Palm Desert 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 Palm Desert that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Palm Desert, 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 Palm Desert 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 Palm Desert, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Palm Desert, 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 Palm Desert, 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.