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Find reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA that you’ll love
279 reading tutors are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA
Ellen B.
Philadelphia, PA
$8-50/hr • 14 yrs exp
Experienced Educator And Coach With A Flexible Schedule. Kind, Funny, And Detail-oriented!
I am a long time educator with experience at both boarding and day schools. I hold all school/state required certifications for child safety and well being, including CPR. I have coached multiple sports at both the middle school and high school levels, so I'm a great fit for a family with active kids who want to practice or need...
Skills:
CPR
VALERIA O.
Philadelphia, PA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dear Family:
I am Valeria , and I am an experienced, bilingual (Spanish/English) nanny with a strong background in early childhood education and hands-on care. I recently completed a rewarding position caring for three wonderful children in Philadelphia and am now looking for a new opportunity with a family who values...
VALERIA can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Conchetta Q.
Philadelphia, PA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello there! My name is Conchetta, and I am a patient and compassionate 21-year-old. I have 3 years of child care experience as I have worked both as a babysitter to ages 1-2 and a substitute teacher to ages 3-13. This past fall, I was a long term substitute teacher for 2nd grade where I communicated to parents daily, planned...
Conchetta can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Melinda and I am an educator. I currently work as a high school classroom aide in the School District of Philadelphia and last year I was a classroom aide in a sixth grade math class and I led an after-school homework help program for sixth graders. I am also a swim instructor--happy to help with homework or...
Melinda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sydney M.
Philadelphia, PA
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I started working with kids when I was in college and took an intro to teaching course. Since then, I have worked in volunteer and paid positions and have even taught abroad in the Peace Corps.
In my spare time, I like to paint, bake, and read.
My skills include crafts and art, tutoring, and baking.
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced with and enjoy children of all ages. Energetic and fun and well-liked by children!
Love to play games, read, take walks. I give children lots of attention and consider all moments teaching moments as I try to help them learn new skills as we spend time together.
Can help with occasional babysitting, sick day care...
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hi! My name is Sarah and I reside in Philadelphia. I am a mom, teacher, and tutor. I am also the Founder and Owner of Empowering the Youth LLC. I have my degree in Early Childhood, Elementary and Special Education. I have my Masters Degree in Reading, and I am a certified ESL Specialist and Reading Specialist. I have been...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Kirsten R.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Teacher Looking For Spring/Summer Opportunity (tutoring/child Care)
Hi all! I am offering summer enrichment sessions for local school aged children at the Roxborough Library, Kendrick Recreation Center, and Gorgas Park this summer .
About me - I've lived in the area for almost 10 years and recently bought a condo in Manayunk where I live with my husband and large Ragdoll cat .
I work in a...
Kirsten can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! I have a Bachelor's and Master's degree in education and absolutely love working with children. I am a classroom teacher during the year and have enjoyed previously working as a summer camp counselor, inner-city volunteer, tennis teacher, and reading tutor. I look forward to meeting you!
Alison can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Kelsey V.
Philadelphia, PA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi there! My name is Kelsey and I'm a 4th grade teacher. I've taught 2nd grade, 4th grade, and special education students. I have over 10 years of experience between babysitting, nannying, and teaching. I love being outside, reading, crafts, and more! I'm available after school and nights until the school year ends, then I will...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Hello! My name is Jueun :)
I am a compassionate and caring person in search of a family to help care for their kid(s). As the oldest of 3, I have always been a part of the day-to-day caregiving. So providing children with care is like second nature to me.
I have 4 years of healthcare experience that ranges from Emergency...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Cameron F.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, My name is Cameron I have been working in child care for 11 years both professional and personal. I am currently a nanny for a 1-year-old boy and previously worked at a daycare. I am currently going to school for Psychology to become child psychologist. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have experienced and am comfortable...
Cameron can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Naimah D.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi, I'm Naimah! I'm currently a sophomore International Sales and Business Development major with a minor in Event and Entertainment Management at Temple University. My experience working as an after-school aide for the YMCA and babysitting for families in my hometown has taught me a great deal about working with children,...
Naimah can also help with: Craft assistance
Stacy H.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi,
My name is Stacy. I have 20 years of experience working with children and their families. I am Pa Certified Teacher, and I can tutor as well. I enjoy going for walks, reading, crafts, and baking.
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Yawa. I'm 31 years old and a college graduate in business administration( hospitality) . I have been a nanny/babysitter for 10 years. I was an instructional aid for a year, and a PCA for a year. I speak fluent French. I have excellent knowledge of multicultural education and childhood development. I love...
Yawa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
WCU 2020 Grad
4th grade math and science teacher in Philly
K-8 Tutor (study skills, organization, math(k-4/5), science, technology, reading, writing, and history)
Experience caring for 6 wk-16-year-old
Reliable transportation
Up-to-date clearances and CPR/First Aid training
As a teacher, I am great at planning fun and...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a former school teacher. I have worked in Philadelphia for six years. I changed careers because I felt that I could do more good helping a family. I would love an opportunity to help you and your child. I have been a nanny for the last six years and have worked with all ages of children. I've been working in the Special...
Renee can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Atara S.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a current Drexel senior studying Global Studies and Economics. I am a Philly area native and absolutely love the city.
I have a classes M-Th, but would love to spend mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends helping take care of your kids in whatever capacity would be helpful.
I like working with kids because they are...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families!
My name is Ann, and I'm excited to introduce myself as a reliable and enthusiastic babysitter who is committed to creating a safe and fun environment for your children.
I recently graduated with dual bachelor's degrees in Biology and Biomedical Physiology. I am a certified Medical Assistant, which means I have...
Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hello! A little bit about me: I moved to the Philadelphia area six years ago from Seattle, and spent the three years working in a trauma-informed, strengths-based GED and job training program for 14-21-year-olds. After that, I worked as a nanny for about 4 months before transitioning to a full time role as a community organizer....
Lily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Philadelphia, PA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Philadelphia, PA on Care.com will cost an average of $21.70 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 Philadelphia, PA?
Care.com currently has 279 reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Philadelphia, PA?
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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, PA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Philadelphia, PA, 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 Philadelphia, PA 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.
Ratings for Philadelphia, PA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Reading Tutors in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 141 reviews of the 279 listed reading tutors.