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60 reading tutors are listed in Redwood City, CA
The average posted rate is $29/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Redwood City, CA
5.0
(11)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Following 17 years at IBM, I enjoyed 15 years of tutoring my two children from learning to read through Advanced Placement high school classes. They often brought their classmates home so that I could also help them understand material. I tutored a neighbor's grammar school children 3/days per week for a year until their grades...
5.0
"We feel incredibly lucky to have found Carolyn. She is the best tutor imaginable. She has tutored our children for years.
Carolyn is versatile, teaching many subjects (e.g., reading, writing, handwriting, math, geography, science) to students ranging from...
Care member
5.0
(1)
With 10 years teaching classes related to reading and writing at an after-school and 13 years of private English tutoring, I have extensive knowledge of how to help students achieve their potential.
A few years ago, my C. E. L. T. A. teaching certificate (The University of Cambridge) provided the hands on experience I needed,...
5.0
"Sabrina helped my son with his writing skills in preparation for ISEE. She also reviewed the materials for the verbal reasoning and reading comprehension sections. She is professional and reliable and we were happy with her. My son says she is laid-back and that he...
Ellen G.
My educational background is in child development. I have tutored for several families.
I have been working with children for the last 8 years, and for the last 2 years I have been a 3rd grade teacher. I am well versed in each of the school subjects, however I specialize in reading and writing. I love working with students and I take a creative and fun approach when teaching so that my students both have fun and...
Hello! My name is Karrine. I am a current honors student at ASU. During high school, I was a volunteer tutor through the National Honors Society. I also worked at Mathnasium in 2020 before they closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Most of my experience is with children younger than 5, but I am able to tutor middle school as...
Issabella L.
Redwood City, CA
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
I am a fun and caring 25-year-old woman looking to help out any family! I am reliable, sufficient, and smart. I tutor, nanny, and am also a great assistant.
Lea W.
Redwood City, CA
$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Stanford Grad And Experienced Tutor Willing To Work With All Ages
Hi! I'm Lea. I recently graduated from Stanford University with a Bachelor's in Mathematical and Computational Science and will be retiring in the fall for a Master's in Computer Science.
I have four years of experience tutoring students on a one-on-one basis. I have tutored all ages: from elementary school homework help to...
Heidi J.
Redwood City, CA
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Certified In NC and LA (K-6) Teacher Available For Tutoring
I have worked with students after school to further their understanding of concepts learned during the day for the 12 years I have been teaching.
In my 25+ years of babysitting/nanny experiences I also tutored children in subjects that needed additional reinforcement.
Although I don't have much experience as a paid tutor. I have been apart of school tutoring at my high school Summit Prep. I can tutor in English, Science, History, and a bit of Math. Math isn't my strongest subject but I will try my hardest to make sure whoever I'm tutoring gets an understanding. As a school tutor I would sit...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a loving mother of a wonderful 6-year-old, with childcare and Preschool teaching experience and an educational background in Psychology and Child and Adolescent development. I have worked with many families, as well as establishments such as the YMCA with children ranging from the ages of newborn to 13 years of...
I have always provided mentorship and encouraged the love of learning with students that I work with. I excel in writing, language, and history, but am also adept in the sciences. I have designed my own curricula for ESL courses that I taught and provided tutoring in after-school programs.
4.6
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
hello
my name is Lilian but Families call me lily!!
I am a responsible, energetic and cheerful person. Background checked, CPR certified, and have 10 years experience working with children. I love to read, sing, dance play and teach them Spanish. I also like to go to the park, walk and library! I am working a part time...
Lilian can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Lilian was very kind and sweet, understanding and patient with my girl who is in a cry-baby phase! She is well trained and knowledgeable."
Ashley C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As the General Manager I ran 43 daycares for 16 years. With over 30 years working with children I have taught many subjects and done many unique and fun things. I teach infants the basics using music and dance to throwing paint and teaching infants as well as children to swim.
I have knowledge in baby led weaning and other...
JoElla can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"JoElla looked after our 6 month old son for a few days. She did an amazing job with him - she sung to him, read to him, and made him laugh so much! She is very dependable, and has a lot of experience with kids. She was able to provide us with helpful insights about...
Brian C.
Michelle V.
Redwood City, CA
$27/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, social, and creative. I started working with kids when was 15. I am currently 21. I like working with kids because I love seeing kids learn and develop social skills. I'm looking for a job with a set time. I would also prefer to have set instructions on what to and not to do. In my spare...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is great with my baby. I just returned to work from maternity leave in May and Michelle has been babysitting my son since. As a mother it's reassuring when someone taking care of your baby follows all instructions and my baby is happy. I know that when I...
Care member
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I have 4 years of experience taking care of family members consisting of a younger brother, cousins, and nieces. I currently work at Greene Middle School as a behavioral technician for kids with extensive needs. I can help with travel and light housekeeping, as well as...
Daniel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Elizabeth S.
Redwood City, CA
$21-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Liz and I'm a recent graduate from UC Berkeley. I have nannied for two different families in the past and worked as a camp counselor for several summers. I have also participated in tutoring and mentorship programs with elementary school students. I love playing board games, reading books, doing crafts, getting outside,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Ana D.
Redwood City, CA
$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love teaching ABC's, counting, shapes, colors and reading, play board games. I am mature, responsible and trustworthy. I have previous experience in cleaning as a housekeeper I can provide excellent references.
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as kind, sweet and friendly
I like working with kids because is a very interesting job where you are able to spend time with little ones and help families.
I'm looking for a job that is compatible with my schedule and times.
I started working with kids when I was 21. I have been working with 3...
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Nadia and I'm 35 years old. I'm a mother of two wonderful boys who are 7 and 2 years old. Before being a mom I was a nanny for 10 years where I took care of infants, toddlers, nanny shares etc.. I went to school where I graduated as a preschool teacher back in 2011 and durning pandemic I certified myself as a newborn...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Trustline Certified
Edith G.
Redwood City, CA
$29-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Parents. My name is Edith, I speak English and Spanish. I'm 33 yrs. old and I've been a nanny for 10yrs. Their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible, fun, and energetic. I took care of kids from 4months and up.(twins and well) I would take them to school, make sure...
Edith can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Edith has been with me for over a year and if I wasn't moving to southern California she likely would watch my kid for a long time. She has watched my youngest since she was 5 months old and does a wonderful job interacting with her, showing her love, and being...
Ashika B.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Redwood City, CA
Carolyn H.
5.0
We feel incredibly lucky to have found Carolyn. She is the best tutor imaginable. She has tutored our children for years.
Carolyn is versatile, teaching many subjects (e.g., reading, writing, handwriting, math, geography, science) to students ranging from preschool to high school....
- Care member
Sabrina A.
5.0
Sabrina helped my son with his writing skills in preparation for ISEE. She also reviewed the materials for the verbal reasoning and reading comprehension sections. She is professional and reliable and we were happy with her. My son says she is laid-back and that he enjoyed working with her.
- Ellen G.
Lilian B.
5.0
Lilian was very kind and sweet, understanding and patient with my girl who is in a cry-baby phase! She is well trained and knowledgeable.
- Ashley C.
JoElla O.
5.0
JoElla looked after our 6 month old son for a few days. She did an amazing job with him - she sung to him, read to him, and made him laugh so much! She is very dependable, and has a lot of experience with kids. She was able to provide us with helpful insights about baby led weaning, good books, and...
- Brian C.
Michelle V.
5.0
Michelle is great with my baby. I just returned to work from maternity leave in May and Michelle has been babysitting my son since. As a mother it's reassuring when someone taking care of your baby follows all instructions and my baby is happy. I know that when I go to work leaving my son with...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Redwood City, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Redwood City, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Redwood City, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $29.65 per hour as of December 2024. 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 Redwood City, CA?
Care.com currently has 23 reading tutors in Redwood City, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Redwood City 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 Redwood City that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Redwood City, 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 Redwood City 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 Redwood City, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Redwood City, 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 Redwood City, 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.
Ratings for Redwood City, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Redwood City, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.