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Alexandra Q.
Harrisonburg, VA
$12-17/hr • 8 yrs exp
Fun Baby Sitter And Friend/role Model To Hang Out With
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Alex Q and I'm 19 years old. I am a sophomore at James Madison University and I'm a psychology major. I have 8 years of experience babysitting all different ages from children under 1 years old to 15-year-olds. I absolutely love kids and have full time nannied before picking children up from school and making...
Alexandra can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a Newborn Care Specialist for preterm infant twins. I've been caring for children since I was a child myself, babysitting my first infant at age 13. I volunteered over 1, 000 hours at a childcare center through high school and college. I have a Bachelor's degree with concentrations in Education and Spanish. I've studied...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We are so happy we hired Leah! Our 2.5 year old daughter adored her and she took wonderful care of her. We highly recommend Leah to others for her understanding of child development and well thought out activities with our daughter. She also always cleaned up after...
Erin S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mother of five children with an elementary education background. I also have all of my clearances and references to provide you with.
My life has been dedicated to teaching, coaching and nurturing little ones. I have experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I strive to provide...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Brittany has been an amazing caregiver for our family. She watched after our little one between 10 -18 months during the day at our home between 8-5 . She was able to provide our son with a caring loving and nurturing environment while allowing him to develop into...
Ken A.
I am a nursing major at University and am willing to tutor in science, anatomy, chemistry, math, and much more! Message me with any questions
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a retired teacher of 26 years. I have a Bachelor's in Education and a Master's as a Reading Specialist from Radford University. Going forward I Pursued My Masters Degree In Special Education And Psychology At THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIIA . I have Taught In A Psychiatric Hospital where The Education Department Had It's...
Sherri can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am a licensed former special education teacher. I taught special education for five years; three years at the high school level and two years at the middle school level. I taught 7th and 8th grade English in the collaborative setting, 7th grade history in the collaborative setting, and US history in the collaborative...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've extensively studied child development and learning strategies through my college education and experience in teaching Pre-K through fourth grade. I have experience in curriculum design and instruction in one-on-one, small group, and whole group settings. I'm trained and fluent in Spanish interpretation. I'm also musically...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an NJ certified teacher for K-8. I'm also certified K-12 for special education, bilingual Spanish and English as a second language. I have about 10 years of teaching experience, but have not worked full-time since 2001. Since then, I have raised my now 20-year-old daughter and have volunteered extensively in 4-H for 15...
I am a college graduate and I got my B. A. in Spanish with a minor in Secondary Education. I also have my Masters in Special Education and I love working with any age student. I have patience and a passion for working with children. I have tutored during high school and a few times during college, including one of my close...
Emma S.
Waynesboro, VA
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
I like working with kids because they are, at times, the most joyful creatures on the planet and the next the worst. You never know what you're going to get, learn, experience, or enjoy when working with children of any age.
I started working with kids when I was still a child myself. I swam year round, but I enjoyed the summer...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I want to work with kids because they are our future! Kids are so much smarter & kinder than we give them credit for & getting to watch them grow is such a privilege.
As the oldest daughter of 4 my siblings referred to me as, "vice mom," & I took it seriously! I started helping my mom with my siblings & kids she babysat as...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Chris C.
Shenandoah, VA
$17-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for many children over the years & have raised 3 kids of my own. Pets are like family & are included in any caregiving role. I enjoy reading, music, games & make believe as imagination is key. I enjoy outdoor activities. Infants find me gentle, caring & warm. I bond quickly to ensure they feel safe. I follow safe...
Chris can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I don't even know where to begin with telling anyone how truly amazing Chris has been to our family! First of all, you will never find another man capable of loving your children as much as he loves his own! Chris is more than reliable, more than dependable, more...
Amy P.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Penn Laird, VA
Leah D.
5.0
We are so happy we hired Leah! Our 2.5 year old daughter adored her and she took wonderful care of her. We highly recommend Leah to others for her understanding of child development and well thought out activities with our daughter. She also always cleaned up after play time and kept the house...
- Erin S.
Brittany W.
5.0
Brittany has been an amazing caregiver for our family. She watched after our little one between 10 -18 months during the day at our home between 8-5 . She was able to provide our son with a caring loving and nurturing environment while allowing him to develop into an independent toddler.
- Ken A.
Chris C.
5.0
Chris worked for our family in a full-time capacity for almost 2 years and essentially helped to raise our daughter, who was about 8 weeks old when he started as our Manny. Chris is incredibly professional and helpful- he would do housework and laundry during downtime, and really helped to keep our...
- Rachel B.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Penn Laird, VA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Penn Laird, VA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Penn Laird, VA on Care.com will cost an average of $16.00 per hour as of September 2024. 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 Penn Laird, VA?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Penn Laird, VA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Penn Laird 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 Penn Laird that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Penn Laird, VA?
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 Penn Laird 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 Penn Laird, VA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Penn Laird, VA, 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 Penn Laird, VA 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.