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Since I was a child, I have adored children. I would write stories and put on puppets shows for the neighborhood. When it came time for college everyone knew I would go into elementary education and my master's degree is in special education. I can offer you: a creative tutoring experience, punctuality, commitment, a fun-loving...
I am 35 and finishing college to become a history teacher. I am currently a student at CSU San Bernandino by way of Santa Monica College with a 3. 75 GPA. Like your students, I am always learning and am able to engage with students in a way that causes understanding instead of memorizing. I was an AVID tutor in the Santa...
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...
I have experience teaching kids in a classroom setting(I do not have an education degree). Other than teaching kids, I have also helped learn to study efficiently. I also have experience with helping with homework.
Cassandra H.
Palm Desert, CA
$25-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
4 years experience tutoring elementary school kids as volunteer work in high school as well as experience with care. com. I can help with math, english, and art!
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She was so wonderful with our 3 month old. She is calm and was able to soothe him and take great care of him. She was also flexible with our schedule and helpful in all ways. Would highly recommend. "
Care member
4.9
(13)
Hired by 6 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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
Early Education
CPR
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....
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 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
5.0
"Sydney was wonderful! Excellent communication, very kind and patient."
Care member
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, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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
$19-30/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, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Therese L.
La Quinta, CA
$17-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have experience raising my own children as well as nannying young children in recent years. I love contributing to the well being and development of children. I can help to enhance and maintain a family's life with carpooling, homework, meal prep, kids crafts, reading, errands, swimming supervision.
I am married, have a...
Therese can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
John F.
Indian Wells, CA
$25-45/hr • 1 yrs exp
Supportive Tutor Able To Build Confidence And Independence
I have years of experience helping students with ELA and Math. My goal is to give them the confidence and tools to understand the material and continue learning independently.
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.
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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Kaitlyn G.
Coachella, CA
$16-33/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, honest, loving.
I started working with kids when my baby cousins were born and it made me want to take care of kids.
In my spare time, I like to read, or cook. I'm a workaholic, so I barely have time for myself sometimes but I also do homework.
One thing you should know about me is I'm...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kalyn G.
Coachella, CA
$16-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
My Name Is Kaitlyn, I'm A Psychology Major In College, Ask Me Anything!
I'd describe my personality as honest, determined, ambitious.
I like working with kids because I am always surrounded by them, family and in general. I am also a psychology major so I learn a lot about how kids tend to do things and why they do it. I also don't mind tutoring or giving help with schoolwork, I obtained a...
Skills:
CPR
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...
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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
Sydney M.
5.0
Sydney was wonderful! Excellent communication, very kind and patient.
- 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.
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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 $24.60 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 Palm Desert, CA?
Care.com currently has 5 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.