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60 reading tutors are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average posted rate is $34/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Palo Alto, CA
Connie M.
Newark, CA
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny Specializing In Infant/Toddler/Preschooler Care-Will Consider Nanny Share Positions
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Peace of mind is what I can provide any parent who leaves their child(ren) in my expert care. Using both my innate and experience related skills, I can assure that your child will thrive in a safe, nurturing and educationally stimulating environment. My expertise lies in the care of infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children....
Connie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Connie is great! She watched our two kids (1 years, 5 years) for several days, when they couldn't attend preschool/daycare. I was super impressed by her punctuality and she got along with the kids very well. Would hire her again any time."
Christian P.
Jona B.
Sunnyvale, CA
$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(13)
Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Jona, I am a mother of three children, 24-year-old girl, 22 and 14-year-old boys. I have more than 15 years of experience working with newborns, infants, toddlers and teens. I can provide exceptional service and make sure your little one can get all the attention, keeping them safe, nourished and well...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jona is amazing! I'm so glad we found her. She is loving, caring and punctual .
Our 8yo son stayed with Jona for a week while we were working, and now he keeps telling us how cool Jona is.
He had a lot of fun with her. She cooked delicious meals and was a good...
Elena M.
Sundus B.
Redwood City, CA
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Sunny and I am excited about the opportunity to babysit for your family. I have always loved being around children-there's a part of me that never outgrew the joy and creativity of childhood! I find so much fun in engaging with kids of all ages, whether through play, reading, or learning activities.
I have been...
Sundus can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
5.0
"Sundus stepped in for a week of early morning kid prep and school drop-off in a pinch. Reliable and developed rapport with kids and adults involved :) Very positive experience and we would recommend Sundus."
Bryan W.
4.6
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
hello
my name is Lilian but Families call me lily!!
I am a responsible, energetic and cheerful person. Background checked, CPR certified, and have 10 years experience working with children. I love to read, sing, dance play and teach them Spanish. I also like to go to the park, walk and library! I am working a part time...
Lilian can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lilian was a lifesaver in a week that I had a gap in coverage. She was prompt, incredibly responsible, and a total self-starter (she just got there and could see what needed doing - dishes, etc). She was super fun and engaging with the kids and they both asked if...
Christy L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
It's time for the toddler that I am taking care of to attend preschool, and I am now looking for my next family, as a full term (40-50 hours) nanny position.
I have raised my own two children thar are now young adults in grad school. I love to take care of children, and I believe that they are the most...
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Lucy is a wonderful, exceptional nanny. She took care of our daughter with so much love, patience, and care. Lucy is very reliable and was always so helpful and responsive to our needs. She was with us for about a year starting when our daughter had just turned...
Care member
Karen M.
Redwood City, CA
$30-52/hr • 13 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am Karen, I have been working with children for over 12 years now with Private Families as well as Infant/Preschool/Toddler Teacher. I have experience with kids of all ages from newborns up to teenagers since I am a mom myself of toddler and a teenager. I am a very responsible, dependable and caring nanny, I love being...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Karen joined our family in 2017 and was a full time nanny for our 2 year old daughter. She then continued as our full time nanny for our 6 month old son and daughter. She is truly the best nanny we have ever had. She engages with the kids continuously, is very...
Michelle G.
5.0
(1)
I love taking care of and helping children. I've grown up taking care of children from different ages, doing so with family members, friends, and neighbors. I was a preschool teacher for 4 years and been a nanny for multiple families within the Bay Area. I enjoy doing outside activities like play sports or go to the park. Arts...
Gabriella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Gabriella is great with our 4 yr old and always so accommodating/flexible in terms of her schedule. She is our go to babysitter when we want to go out and our daughter loves playing with her. We completely trust Gabriella and would recommend her to any parents....
Jason M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Or! Having worked in various camp and school settings, it's a pleasure creating fun and educational environments. Getting to know students and children I work with and building connections is on the top of my priorities priority maintaining their safety and overall well being. I've worked with children...
5.0
"Or is thoughtful, dependable, and responsible. He connected well with my children and they enjoyed learning Hebrew from him over the course of several weeks. I would be glad to hire him again and am happy to answer any questions you might have."
Libby T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced childcare provider and spent the last year earning my Montessori teaching credential (I have a B. A. in early childhood education) while working in a local preschool.
I am available starting immediately until the end of September, before my next commitment begins. I am also open to one-time opportunities...
Laura can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Laura is amazing! Amazing with our two young kids- they were so comfortable with her and also learned a lot from her. She was able to encourage them to try new things and to have fun while doing it. They're always so happy when she arrives. She also amazes me by...
Katie Q.
Gari C.
Menlo Park, CA
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a BA in child development. I was a preschool teacher for 20 years. I have been doing teaching and tutoring for 5 years. I have experience helping with homework, teaching reading, math, writing, art, and phonics to children ages 3 to 9.
5.0
"Gari has done a wonderful job working with our son, focusing on teaching him letter and word recognition and early reading. From the beginning she made excellent progress with our son, and we are very happy we hired Gari.
Dan"
Alexandra G.
5.0
(4)
I am a proven first class certified Reading Specialist for over 20 years and use the following methods in my work:. In addition, I've taught kindergarten through 6th grade and homeschooled my daughter and son through 8th grade. I'm proud to say they both have their master's degrees. The first step is to provide the parent with a...
5.0
"Sharon worked with my twin sons, age 7, on basic phonics and prereading skills. Both have learning differences and challenges with attention. While each of my sons have very different profiles, Sharon adjusted to each of their needs. She worked diligently and...
Denise G.
5.0
(1)
With 10 years teaching classes related to reading and writing at an after-school and 13 years of private English tutoring, I have extensive knowledge of how to help students achieve their potential.
A few years ago, my C. E. L. T. A. teaching certificate (The University of Cambridge) provided the hands on experience I needed,...
5.0
"Sabrina helped my son with his writing skills in preparation for ISEE. She also reviewed the materials for the verbal reasoning and reading comprehension sections. She is professional and reliable and we were happy with her. My son says she is laid-back and that he...
Ellen G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
- 8+ years of tutoring experience
- scored in the 99th percentile on PSAT and ACT, 4. 14 GPA
- main subjects of expertise: algebra, geometry, pre calculus, calculus, biology, chemistry, reading and writing skills from elementary school to college level, standardized test prep, college admission process + essay writing
- college...
5.0
"Professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable in a variety of subject matters. Would highly recommend for future positions."
Susan H.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents! My name is Arantxa. I have been working with kids (infants toddlers, school age) for 7 years now. I have experience in daycare, preschools, nannying, and I even taught art to elementary school children for 3 years.
I obtained my Associates degree in Child Development from Foothill College. I am also certified...
Arantxa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love babies. They are intelligent and curious I always take care of children as if they are my own. I use ASL as way to communicate with babies, as well as Rie and Montessori methods. I am fluent in Spanish and am able to teach the children. I am constantly reading my books about mental and cognitive development for kids. I...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ana D.
Redwood City, CA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love teaching ABC's, counting, shapes, colors and reading, play board games. I am mature, responsible and trustworthy. I have previous experience in cleaning as a housekeeper I can provide excellent references.
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nadia and I'm 36 years old. I'm a mother of two wonderful boys who are 7 and 2 years old. Before being a mom I was a nanny for 10 years where I took care of infants, toddlers, nanny shares etc.. I went to school where I graduated as a preschool teacher back in 2011 and durning pandemic I certified myself as a newborn...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Trustline Certified
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I think I've spent more time babysitting in my life for me to remember. Would I trade any of it? Nope! I'm 21 years old, and currently in school for a Nursing degree. I enjoy reading whenever I get the chance, and spending time with kids. I also like walks and practicing on the piano. (P. S. I'm still learning). I'll ensure your...
Tala can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Lea W.
Redwood City, CA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Stanford Grad And Experienced Tutor Willing To Work With All Ages
Hi! I'm Lea. I recently graduated from Stanford University with a Bachelor's in Mathematical and Computational Science and will be retiring in the fall for a Master's in Computer Science.
I have four years of experience tutoring students on a one-on-one basis. I have tutored all ages: from elementary school homework help to...
Samita C.
Sunnyvale, CA
$35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm 29 years old, From Thailand
- Thai (Native), English (Advanced), Chinese (Intermediate)
- Social Work : Clinical Social Work
- Currently Registered Nurse's student @De Anza
- Infant Qualified
- I was a rescuer in Thailand, so I know first aid and CPR
- Strong driver (US Driver's License)
- Love being outdoors:...
Samita can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Palo Alto, CA
Connie M.
5.0
My wife and I have never hired a caregiver and were definitely particular about who we thought would be a great fit for us and our 1 year old baby girl.
So I looked up top rated caregivers in my area of Newark and Connie populated among the top candidates. I reached out to her through the site and...
- Gary B.
Jona B.
5.0
Jona is amazing! I'm so glad we found her. She is loving, caring and punctual .
Our 8yo son stayed with Jona for a week while we were working, and now he keeps telling us how cool Jona is.
He had a lot of fun with her. She cooked delicious meals and was a good friend for our son. We are so lucky...
- Elena M.
Sundus B.
5.0
Sundus stepped in for a week of early morning kid prep and school drop-off in a pinch. Reliable and developed rapport with kids and adults involved :) Very positive experience and we would recommend Sundus.
- Bryan W.
Lilian B.
5.0
Lilian was very kind and sweet, understanding and patient with my girl who is in a cry-baby phase! She is well trained and knowledgeable.
- Ashley C.
Lucila Z.
5.0
Lucy is a wonderful, exceptional nanny. She took care of our daughter with so much love, patience, and care. Lucy is very reliable and was always so helpful and responsive to our needs. She was with us for about a year starting when our daughter had just turned one. Our daughter loves Lucy and still...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Palo Alto, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Palo Alto, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Palo Alto, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $34.54 per hour as of March 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 Palo Alto, CA?
Care.com currently has 13 reading tutors in Palo Alto, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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.