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118 reading tutors are listed in Pittsburgh, PA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Pittsburgh, PA
I am an elementary and special education teacher. I have long term sub experience in 3rd, 4th, and 11th grades, as well as 3 years of tutoring experience at Huntington Learning Center, working with kids of all ages. I am most comfortable tutoring in reading and math, and am familiar with the common core curriculum.
I've spent the last two years working in classrooms with kids with special needs to ensure they remain on task and get their work done, adapting as needed per the needs of each individual child. I would love to put this experience to work in one on one tutoring sessions with your kiddos, adapting to their needs specifically.
I worked as an English tutor throughout college. I primarily tutored 8th and 9th graders one-on-one. I helped the students with writing assignments, reading comprehension, strengthening vocabulary and grammar.
Growing up,. Babysitting helped fuel a fire I had for children at a young age and since then I have always found a joy spending time with children. I babysat all through middle and high school and went to Grand Valley State University and studied Elementary Education with an emphasis in Language Arts. When I graduated college in...
Hello! I am a recent college graduate that majored in Child Development & Education and received my Early Childhood Education teaching certification (PreK-Grade 4). I have a wide range of experience with children of all ages! Throughout my college career, I completed seven internships in local school districts ranging from...
Lacy B.
Pittsburgh, PA
$10-15/hr
I only have experience helping children with homework. Although I did graduate high school with 4. 0 GPA and graduated with honors in Psychology from Case Western Reserve University.
Erika W.
Pittsburgh, PA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Special Education, Math, Reading and Writing Skills. I have 9 years experience working with learning disabled students and 10 years working in a middle school general education classroom.
Laura H.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Although I am new to care. com I have tutored other students in high school and college. I am comfortable helping people with school work up to 12th grade, although when it comes to math I am not proficient past trigonometry. I am highly proficient in science, English, writing, and Spanish. Very adept at navigating online...
Hello! My name is Gabi and I'm a recent graduate of Otterbein University. I was a Biology and Zoo and Conservation Science double major on the pre-veterinary track. Obviously, I love science but in high school my favorite subject was actually English! I love to write and edit papers, and I speak intermediate Spanish as well. I...
Abigail L.
Pittsburgh, PA
$18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have loved being around kids all of my life and just playing with them and watching them smile and laugh and have a great time. I grew up being the helper with my mom and tutoring both my siblings and their friends, even at a young age! I look forward to working with you and your kiddos!
I am a registered nurse who has home-schooled my three children from K through 8th grade. I have experience teaching children with dyslexia, and have a passion for identifying learning styles in children and helping them to foster a love of learning. I have experience using multiple curriculum including the K12 curriculum,...
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Hi there! I am a fun loving former teacher with 9 years of consistent experience working with ages 1-18. I have worked full time as a nanny for the last 2 years for a 2 and 5-year-old (11 months and 3 years old at the start). Prior to that, I taught high school for 3 years, I worked part time as a music/dance teacher for 7...
Bailey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Bailey is wonderful with the kids! She entertains them and engages their imagination to play. The house stays neat while she is here even though my kids will try to take out everything at once. She's also very patient and caring with a fussy baby. Our kids...
Sarah C.
Chelsea K.
Pittsburgh, PA
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Part-time Caregiver Available - Great With Kids Of All Ages!
5.0
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Hi all! I am 25 and have just graduated with my doctorate degree in physical therapy. I have a few months before I start my job at a physical therapist and would love to babysit/nanny in the meantime. I have worked with children for years and have worked for Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh and Pediatric Physical Therapy...
Chelsea can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Chelsea did a great job caring for my grandma! She was kind, patient, compassionate and very attentive. My grandma absolutely loved Chelsea and couldn’t stop raving about the care she gave! "
Care member
4.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chloe and I am so excited to work with you!
I am a Point Park University education (with a dual certification in special education) graduate! I love art, reading, and most importantly playing! I adore working with children and learning about their interests and ideas! I look forward to the opportunity of working...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chloe was very responsive to messages/texts. She was great with my toddler and put us at ease. We will definitely hire Chloe again."
Ashley M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I am a recent pre-law graduate from the University of Pittsburgh. I am searching for part time positions in the Pittsburgh area for winter/spring 2024! I am an energetic person and I have been babysitting/ nannying for almost 10 years. I have a wide range of experience caring for children, from new born infants to teenagers....
Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ellen was very helpful with the kids and their school work, played fun activities with them and took care of chores around the house. We enjoyed having Ellen with us, the kids were happy!"
Lisa S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Being a mother myself, I know how helpful an extra set of hands can be. My husband is a teacher and we have 3 children. I am comfortable with multiples. Ideally would like a child older than 18 months. I graduated with a double major in Marketing & Fashion Merchandising. My passions are reading, baking, fashion, and being...
Katlyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Katlyn is so great with my children who are 9, 5 and 3. She is very fun, affectionate, warm and really plays with your children. My children absolutely adore her. In fact my 3 year old son calls her his best friend!"
Tina B.
Rachel S.
Pittsburgh, PA
$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for the past 17 years & worked for some wonderful families. I've watched up to 6 children at a time from newborn up to high school age. I also have special needs experience. I used to work for a nanny agency & loved helping families find their perfect fit.
Whether it's helping a new mom transition back to...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel has been an incredible addition to our family over the last year. We have a 4 year old son and a 1.5 year old daughter. Both kids absolutely love Ms. Rachel and look forward to every day she cares for them. Rachel is dependable, flexible and such a joy to...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I truly love spending my time with children and consider it a privilege to help them on their growing journey! I have 20 years of experience with children of all ages, both as a nanny and as an early learning teacher.
I also have two kids(23&20)of my own, so I can often rely on my motherly instinct! I consider raising happy,...
Brandy can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Brandy was a wonderful addition to our family and her experience helped us in so many ways. Brandy was always kind, patient and engaging with our daughter and also worked with us on nutrition, safety and age appropriate activities/education. She really does it all,...
Christine S.
5.0
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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as responsible, empathetic, and kind.
I like working with kids because childcare is very rewarding and fun!
I started working with kids when I was a teenager by babysitting family friends' children. I continued to babysit off and on throughout my schooling at PennWest California. After graduating...
5.0
"This was our first time using a sitter for our toddler. We were extremely nervous, but after meeting Michelle, we were at ease! Our kiddo took to her immediately! He was so happy and playful and wouldn’t leave her alone :) Michelle was very responsive,...
Maressa G.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently filling a full time position. Best of luck!
Hi! I'm a Yankee/Southerner, with family in Connecticut, Missouri, & Texas. I have 20 years of overall experience with children. I have a passion for arts and crafts and used to teach ceramics to children 2-14-year-olds for 3 years. As a teenager I babysat children of...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Catherine (Caty) Zocco about three and a half years ago to take care of our children, now 16 and 13. Caty's main responsibilities during the school year included picking them up from school and driving them to after-school activities. Caty managed their...
Jayashree S.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Pittsburgh, PA
Bailey L.
5.0
Bailey is wonderful with the kids! She entertains them and engages their imagination to play. The house stays neat while she is here even though my kids will try to take out everything at once. She's also very patient and caring with a fussy baby. Our kids always beg to have her come back, and...
- Sarah C.
Chelsea K.
5.0
Chelsea shows kindness and patience beyond what you would expect. She is always so encouraging and will always greet you with a smile. She worked in my home with both of my parents and with my pets. I could not ask for anyone better. My dad lights up whenever she comes over.
- Care member
Chloe T.
5.0
Chloe's was great! She took care of my dog even though she didn't need to and also helped around the house without us asking! Would 100% recommend!!
- Kayla E.
Ellen M.
5.0
Ellen has been the biggest blessing our family has ever had in the world of caregivers! She is so caring, kind, fun and genuine. She is punctual and extremely reliable. She is the BEST of the BEST. She has worked with our family for 3+ years now and I would adopt her if I could. We met via...
- Kristen D.
Katlyn S.
5.0
Katlyn is currently our nanny and we love her! She is wonderful with the children, aged 4 months and 2 years when she began. She plays games, takes them on outings, and in general keeps things very eventful for them. She is also very helpful around the house; keeping the house tidy and helping...
- Alexis T.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Pittsburgh, PA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Pittsburgh, PA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Pittsburgh, PA on Care.com will cost an average of $19.99 per hour as of February 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
Care.com currently has 118 reading tutors in Pittsburgh, PA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh, PA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.9 / 5
Reading Tutors in Pittsburgh, PA are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 118 listed reading tutors.