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60 reading tutors are listed in Portsmouth, VA
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in Portsmouth, VA
Hello, my name is Lindsay. I've been in the education field for over 10 years. I have worked as a special education teacher for the past 4 years. I'm very knowledgeable in helping students grasp math skills they need to succeed from basic math to geometry. I'm also experienced in teaching students to read.
Lindsay can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Mckenzie F.
Chesapeake, VA
$13-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love teaching English. Before graduating, I volunteered for three years with the organization Project Reading, teaching adults to read and write. After graduation, I taught English to seventh and eighth grade students, teaching them to love reading and writing. When my children were born, I decided to stay home full-time. But...
For 3 years I have tutored at an Elementary School in Greensboro, NC in math, science, English (reading and writing) and history/social studies. I am also a recent graduate of North Carolina A&T State University and have tutored some of my peers in history and English (helping to revise their papers).
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a high school testing coordinator with a previous background as a high school special education teacher, for nine years. I love being around kids, which is why I went into education. I've been tutoring in Geometry for 6yrs now and Reading for three.
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I'd describe my personality as funny, kind, and caring
I like working with kids because I like making a positive impact on children and their families.
I'm looking for consistent or sporadic work babysitting, house sitting, pet sitting, and/or tutoring.
I started working with kids when I was in high school for a family...
Aiden can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have 2 years experience in caregiving. I have worked with children of various ages, providing support and companionship tailored to their unique needs.
I am passionate about creating a nurturing environment, fostering independence, and promoting well-being. I am working on becoming CPR certified and more first-aid trained. My...
Kaylee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Julia. I am 26 years old. I am a fun, responsible, and experienced babysitter. I've been babysitting for 10 years, and I love it. I've babysat for four families of boys and girls ranging in age from two to 10. I also have two younger sisters. I love pets, and I have a dog myself. I love having fun and playing games,...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
In high school, I naturally loved nurturing people like my brother, sister, and children I babysat.
I studied History and Data Science in school; but with a love for education and compassion, I helped an educational technology company teach youth and college students how to prevent abuse for three years as a Data...
Margaret can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Marianny A.
Chesapeake, VA
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm passionate about caring for people. I studied nursing in my home country for 3. 5 years. And I've been taking care of kids for over 7 years now.
I'm very active and adventurous person, so I'll be rolling in the grass, doing sports, swimming, jumping and running around with the kids. But I also appreciate downtime with...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
One year of experience with at-risk youth in a variety of subjects. Ages range from 5-18.
My name is Arianna and I excel very far in English. I am a very creative writer and have been tutoring students in English for about five years now. I am very talented in writing poetry, essays, a stories of all kinds. I am also able to tutor for orchestral instruments and can help a bit in all other subjects.
Hi! My name is Blake. I am currently a STAHM with my newborn but have been a special education teacher for 7 years. I have experience in a variety of school settings including private day centers for Autism, middle school self contained classrooms for the emotionally disturbed, self contained classrooms within public schools,...
I'd describe my personality as caring, confident, fair.
I like working with kids because I love the honestly of children and being able to influence them to be creative and to learn while experiencing life.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to become an extended village while allowing children to thrive.
I started...
Gayon can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Erica R.
Chesapeake, VA
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
For the past eight years, I have been a stay-at-home mom of two boys, ages (almost) eight and four. Now that my oldest son is in school during the day, and my younger son will be in half day preschool, I am looking to take on another child to watch alongside my 4-year-old in my home. I am excited to offer this opportunity to...
Erica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Judith D.
Norfolk, VA
$12-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 15years teaching experience in US. I taught elementary and middle school
Level. . I can help with Special Education, Reading and Math. I can speak a little of Spanish, English , and Filipino. I like to teach writing as well.
Coming from a family of eight, I have always loved kids. I helped my mom with schooling as well as watching my siblings from a young age. In addition, I took every chance I could to babysit for neighbors and family friends.
More recently I care for 2-3 kids on a weekly basis. We love taking walks, playing in the yard, reading...
Joye can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a positive, organized and reliable current pediatrics resident with over 6 years of experience tutoring elementary, middle, high-school and college students in Science, English and Math subjects. I am very open to new challenges in learning and I believe everyone can master a subject given the right guidance and resources....
Hey there! My name is Erica and I'd love to connect. I am a Kindergarten teacher and am interested in part-time opportunities this summer. I graduated with a Masters in Elementary Education from the University of Mary Washington in 2021. I have a current Virginia teaching license for grades K-6. Ive also gained childcare...
I have my master's degree in elementary education pk-6. I taught kindergarten for a year. Taking a step back from the classroom for now, but would enjoy tutoring.
Hello! I hold a Master's Degree in Elementary Education (Pk-6) and currently have 7 years of experience in the classroom (grades 2 & 3). I also have tutoring experience with current and former students and believe in promoting conceptual understanding.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Portsmouth, VA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Portsmouth, VA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Portsmouth, VA on Care.com will cost an average of $17.50 per hour as of January 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 Portsmouth, VA?
Care.com currently has 8 reading tutors in Portsmouth, VA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, VA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth, 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.