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We have 60 reading tutors in Pleasanton, CA! Compare and hire the best reading tutor to fit your needs.
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Find reading tutors in Pleasanton, CA that you’ll love
60 reading tutors are listed in Pleasanton, CA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in Pleasanton, CA
Jacqueline P.
Palo Alto, CA
$35/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there:) my name is Jacqueline but you can call me Jackie. I am a happy mother of 2 and a grandmother as well. A safe, healthy, fun and full of love environment it's a must that I like to provide to my children and those that are trusted under my care.
As a nanny, I'd like to encourage reading, healthy eating habits and...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie has been taking care of my baby for almost 6 months, starting at 5 months of age. Jackie is the most loving, caring, dependable and responsible nanny we could have hoped for. As busy working parents, we feel really lucky to have Jackie. We completely feel...
Wenjing Z.
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
"Our son has some challenges and has struggled with reading. At one point a teacher told us he would not learn. A friend told us about Ms. K. After assessing what he knew, she began patiently teaching him. She tells him she understands his struggles and she will not...
Ja C.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Mariela (Mari) for short. I am a mother of three my oldest is 14, my middle child is 4 and my little one is 2. I worked 11 years at Redwood high school. I did the teenage mothers program where we helped the girls finish and graduate high school and teach them child development. I stayed at that position for 5...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Megan H.
Castro Valley, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as friendly, energetic, and patient.
I like working with kids because they make me smile on a daily basis with their humor, empathy, and little wins!
I started working with kids when I was in high school babysitting my neighbors. After graduating undergrad as ASL interpreter, I worked in the dorms...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very nice and helpful. Kid took to her quickly."
Philip L.
Melanie W.
Union City, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been working with kids for 15 years. I first started babysitting when I was a teen and working in my Church daycare on Sundays. Professionally, I have been a swim instructor (ages 2-12), I have been a nanny for various families. I was the program manager for a middle school afterschool program, I have worked with children...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Melanie is a great babysitter. She's always been great with my 6 year old and now with my 6 month old daughter. I feel very comfortable leaving my kids with Melanie because my son loves her and she has a great attitude. I will definitely continue to hire her in the...
Gladys M.
5.0
(1)
I have tutored before, best with grades 1st - 9th. I also have worked at elementary school for 12 weeks.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a passion to take care new born and teach children to read and write start at the ages of 2. I was teacher for four years in Indonesia and I went to Hong Kong worked as a nanny for six years. In 2001, I came to the U. S. and continue my skills as a prof nanny. I teach children ABC's, 123's, rhymes. Through song and...
Eny can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Eny has been wonderful with our son, who she started watching when he was 6 months. He always smiles a big smile when he sees her, and she is able to make him laugh easily. She is very caring and loving with him, and works hard to take good care of him. Eny is...
Dianna J.
Heven K.
Oakland, CA
$30-60/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a graduate student pursuing my second Master's degree. With 6 years of dedicated childcare experience, I have cared for children of various ages and needs:
Provided full-time care for an infant from 3 months through toddlerhood (2. 5 years)
Nurtured twins from 4 months to 3 years old
Supported elementary school siblings...
5.0
(3)
My bachelor's degree is in child and adolescent development with a concentration in teaching. I have graduated from USC with my Masters of Arts in Teaching and am an elementary school teacher. I am in my fifth year of teaching. During the beginning of the pandemic, I tutored students from 1st-8th grade virtually. I have a great...
5.0
"Alyssa is wonderful with my daughter. She makes her homework fun and my daughter always looked forward to her session with Alyssa. We have noticed my daughters attitude change towards school and homework and grades got a lot better since Alyssa."
Sonya R.
Are you looking for an amazing tutor for your little reader?
I have been in early childhood education and a nanny for 30 years, I know how to help your toddler to pre-teen become excellent readers.
I'd describe my personality as fun, happy, and smart
I'm looking for a job that I can inspire and instill great reading...
Blancaestea P.
Santa Clara, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a nanny are that I am very responsible, reliable and caring person.
I have over 15 years of childcare experience.
I have an excellent communication, great multitasking, speaking Spanish and English.
Assisted with...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lizette F.
San Leandro, CA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lizette & I am currently attending SJSU majoring in Child and Adolescent Development to pursue a career in education.
I love working with young children because I get to help them learn and grow as individuals. I first started volunteering in an elementary classroom and loved my experience. I later worked as a...
Lizette can also help with: Light cleaning
I'm from the beautiful country of Brazil. During my teenage years at church, I took care of children, engaging them in activities like reading, theatrical performances of Bible stories to make learning dynamic and fun. Additionally, I was a vocal coach, primarily teaching kids.
Recently, I've gained nearly 2 years of experience...
Thais can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hello my name is Ms. Jennifer and I have been a Professional Nanny for the past 25yrs and taught Preschool for 3.
I love working with children of all ages. I specialize in newborns, preemies, infants, toddlers, and twins. I also have experience with school aged children and children with special needs.
I believe in reading...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
I am a mother of two grown children, grandmother of 4 children, and a school teacher. I volunteer in a school classroom, and in a reading program for adults.
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Agnes M.
Oakland, CA
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello!
I have a degree in Psychology from Brazil and am currently taking an online graduate course. With five years of childcare experience, I've cared for children from newborns to teenagers, including those with special needs, and I'm CPR certified. My experience includes full-time nannying, babysitting, and working in an...
Agnes can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Dolores Z.
San Jose, CA
$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I'm a professional female adult who has worked with children for over 15 years. I've worked for school districts , privately for families and Respite companies. I am knowledgeable in areas with standard care giving as well as teaching fundamentals such as reading and writing. I've worked with children of all ages and many with...
Fatima M.
San Leandro, CA
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Bilingual Babysitter On Weekdays /FT I Like To Read, Hike/work Out On My Free Time.
I've worked with kids from the ages of 0-6 years old.
My activities were from feeding them to taking them to their after school activities and also teaching them Spanish with basic learning book/ activities.
I been living in the Bay Area for about 8 years, previously I lived in Durango Mexico for 15 years. I'm 23 years old; I...
Skills:
CPR
Paige C.
Fremont, CA
$30/hr • 16 yrs exp
Babysitter/ Tutor/ Private Instructor With Background In Education And Psychology
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I recently graduated from Mills College with my Masters in Business Administration and Public Policy. In undergrad, I majored in Chemistry with minors in Engineering and Education. I took over 30 hours of Education and Psychology classes. I have babysat for almost 16 years.
Most recently, I worked for one family who was almost...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Cecily.
I recently graduated from CSUEB with a Liberal Studies degree. I am a substitute teacher during the school year and am looking for a summer part time job. I also do date nights!
I have worked with kids for about 7 years now, and hope to become a teacher.
A little bit about me: I am 23 years old. I...
Cecily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Trustline Certified
CPR
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Pleasanton, CA
Jacqueline P.
5.0
Jackie has been taking care of my baby for almost 6 months, starting at 5 months of age. Jackie is the most loving, caring, dependable and responsible nanny we could have hoped for. As busy working parents, we feel really lucky to have Jackie. We completely feel that our baby is well taken cared of...
- Wenjing Z.
Sharon K.
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 consistently to develop their skills....
- Denise G.
Megan H.
5.0
Very nice and helpful. Kid took to her quickly.
- Philip L.
Melanie W.
5.0
Melanie is a great babysitter. She's always been great with my 6 year old and now with my 6 month old daughter. I feel very comfortable leaving my kids with Melanie because my son loves her and she has a great attitude. I will definitely continue to hire her in the future.
- Gladys M.
Eny D.
5.0
Eny has been wonderful with our son, who she started watching when he was 6 months. He always smiles a big smile when he sees her, and she is able to make him laugh easily. She is very caring and loving with him, and works hard to take good care of him. Eny is also very friendly and easy to talk...
- Dianna J.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Pleasanton, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Pleasanton, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Pleasanton, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.50 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 Pleasanton, CA?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Pleasanton, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Pleasanton 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 Pleasanton that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Pleasanton, 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 Pleasanton 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 Pleasanton, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Pleasanton, 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 Pleasanton, 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.