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60 reading tutors are listed in Poughkeepsie, NY
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Poughkeepsie, NY
Jennifer V.
Kingston, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Jenn. I'm a foster care caseworker looking to get some extra work in my schedule! I have been caring for children for about 15 years in a variety of settings. I'm passionate about giving children a platform to learn and grow in a safe and comfortable space. Whether that be through a board game, reading a book,...
Jennifer can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
I have worked for 22 years as a teacher. I love children, and I am great at what I do.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey! I'm Sofia, I have 6+ years experience with children different ages. I work with families who has 3 children. I like making up games for kids, for example, treasure hunting, coloring, reading books, building a tent, playing outside. We won't leave a mess after playing, I always try to teach kids how to clean up. I also can...
Sofia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Kelly S.
Newburgh, NY
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have worked with children after school helping with homework, ages 6-13. I have also been a substitute teacher for the past two years and have worked with a wide range of students in both elementary schools and middle schools. I have a bachelors degree for Childhood Education and I am currently working towards my masters...
I have three children in college and one in high school. I was a very hands-on with their schooling. For the last four years I've been tutoring kindergarten and first graders. I'm also a 4-H judge of children's public presentations and an aspiring children's picture book author who is currently looking for an agent.
Neve P.
Kingston, NY
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
All of my first jobs involved working with children. In high school, I helped teach a creative movement dance class, which I thoroughly enjoyed. I was also a wilderness camp counselor for Wild Earth, a program based in the Hudson Valley. Both programs were for children between the ages 4-8. I find working with children to be...
Neve can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I have experience in babysitting 5 children at once, ages ranging from 1-7 years old. I enjoy taking the kids to the park. I also enjoy doing fun, creative and educational activities with children such as reading, teaching them how to read/write, teaching them numbers and their ABC's, teaching them their colors and shapes. I am...
Rocio can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Hi, I'm Mel!
I'm a hardworking, reliable, and friendly individual, and I'd describe my personality as hardworking, reliable, friendly.
I like working with kids because they are honest, they have a different outlook on life, they have an amazing imagination, and they are the future.
I started working with kids when I started...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Sophie E.
Tillson, NY
$36/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, humorous, sympathetic.
I like working with kids because I grew up as an only child attending a summer camp every summer and admired the staff, working with kids is just something I've always wanted to do.
I'm looking for a job that is enjoyable, is rewarding and brings out the best in...
Sophie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
34-year-old daycare teacher with 15 or so years private babysitting and pet care experience. I have my own reliable vehicle. Will do drop off/pick up, carpooling, meal prep, and light housework (laundry, etc). I love arts & crafts, puzzles, the outdoors, music, and heavily encourage reading of all kinds.
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Allie T.
Cold Spring, NY
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with children in a variety of settings and capacities throughout my life including childcare (ages newborn to 18), teaching (pre-school to sixth grade), tutoring (all ages), and elementary education administration (inner-city non-profit and private institution).
Growing up invested in the upbringing of my...
Allie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Nubian M.
Newburgh, NY
$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Nubian. I'm 25 years old and I've been working in the child care industry for eight years. Four of those years were spent working at an elementary school as a site supervisor, while the other years were spent as a daycare teacher and similar positions. I have experience with all ages ranging from six months to...
Nubian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kristy R.
Poughquag, NY
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi I'm Kristy. I have extensive experience (20+years) with children. Many of my years of experience were within in an early childhood setting. I was an infant teacher for 6 years, a preschool teacher for 5 years and pre-K teacher for 6 years. For the past 4 years l've been a nanny for a wonderful family in Milbrook. I enjoy...
Kristy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a High School English Teacher. I have a Teaching background where I taught regular classes on a daily basis for 3 years. In addition to that, I have tutored students in various areas such as in Basic Spanish, English Language, Reading and Elementary Maths. I have also tutored in other subject areas at the Elementary to to...
Paige F.
Clinton Corners, NY
$45-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Special Needs Tutor Specializing In Autism And Learning Disabilities
I am a Special Education Teacher with an M. S. Ed in Special Education and Elementary Education. My experience is teaching children with moderate to severe autism in a 6:1:1 classroom setting.
I have experience teaching students who are nonverbal and emerging verbal. I have had training in PECS, and feel more than comfortable...
Hello ! My name is Maria and I'm happy you're reading my brief bio. I have over 5 years of experience in child care in diverse settings, from nannying newborns to teenagers and I've also had the chance to gain experience as a substitute teacher in kindergarten all the way to middle school, giving me a well rounded perspective on...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Janet J.
Fishkill, NY
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient, Nurturing, Mature Professional Person Seeking Nanny/Babysitting Position
I have had 13 years experience with children ages infant to 13 years old. My first position was for two years with a wonderful family. I lovingly took care of their infant until he was 2 years old. I helped with all aspects of his care. My next two years I was working in a daycare center. I started as an assistant and worked up...
Janet can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Elizabeth W.
New Windsor, NY
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Elizabeth (Lizzie) and I am currently residing in Oregon where I have lived the past ~9 years, but I am moving out to New York in June/July 2024.
I have worked professionally with children as young as 3 months and as old as 5 years. I am CPR certified (including infant/pediatric) and have extensive community...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have experience helping children with their homework, and as a grad school student am qualified to help with English and history and/or essay writing/tutoring.
Courtney D.
Pawling, NY
$25-60/hr
I am a current senior at Mount Holyoke College majoring in Psychology and Education. In college, I have guided my peers with papers and reading comprehension, have coached all age levels for the past 4 years, and taught Sunday School for 2 years. I am comfortable working with all age levels, and have specific proficiency in...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Poughkeepsie, NY
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Poughkeepsie, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $20.94 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 Poughkeepsie, NY?
Care.com currently has 17 reading tutors in Poughkeepsie, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Poughkeepsie 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 Poughkeepsie that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Poughkeepsie, NY?
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 Poughkeepsie 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 Poughkeepsie, NY?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Poughkeepsie, NY, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY 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.