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My name is Megan and I recently moved to the area . I have an undergraduate degree from University of Dayton in Elementary Education (graduated in 2003) and a Master's Degree in Special Education & Reading (graduated in 2009), as well as being Reading Certified. I have been a Special Education teacher for 18 years and am...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I would describe my personality as Honest, Fun, Caring, & Trustworthy.
I like working with kids because they are smart, it's gratifying & I enjoy being a caregiver. I do this part-time, so I am more of a backup nanny when you need assistance, a break, child is sick, last minute event or would like to go out on a...
Jamila can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
5.0
"Jamila is fantastic. She took care of my 2 year old and 6 year old boys. She fed them, dressed them, played with them, and even picked them up from school. She was caring and loving towards them. When she didn’t know where something was or what product to use on my...
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5.0
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Mira and my husband and I have lived in the Tampa area since 2003. My husband and I are home owners and we have no children of our own. I am 42 years old and am a professional nanny in the Tampa and surrounding areas for more than 10 years. I provide care during the day time hours and am also available for date...
Mira can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We absolutely love Mira! She is so amazing and wonderful with helping to care for our 1 year old son. She helps watch him for date nights and on some weekends. She has a lot of experience and is so lovely to be around. She is the best!"
Merrill K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Experienced, certified paraprofessional/ private tutor, available to provide help with tutoring, homework, babysitting, and transportation. I was previously employed at a school for emotionally disturbed, mentally challenged children and have also worked with a mainstream population. I've recently held a position as a Learning...
5.0
"I would highly recommend Ms.Trish. It's very clear that she thoroughly enjoys tutoring, and was able to personalize each lesson.
It took no time at all for my children to warm up to her. What a difference she's made in their math and reading skills!"
Denis D.
Melissa M.
Gibsonton, FL
$17-22/hr
I've been babysitting since I was young for neighbors and family friends. I have experience carpooling for kids with busy schedules such as school, tutoring, dance classes and softball practice. I'm a safe driver and enjoy running errands. Personally, I love to do crafts and all types of art. I can also help with homework. A...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Theresa Metel S.
Apollo Beach, FL
$10-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Kind Caring With A Compassionate Heart Caregiver That Will Love To Assist
I have over 20 years of experience with caring for bundles of joy of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. I am a mother of my own and I take pride in loving and cherishing all angles on earth as if they were my own gifts sent from above. I am a Surgical Assistant and I am now Studying Anesthesia and I was also employed for the...
Theresa Metel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I have a bachelors in pharmacutical sciences and a doctorate degree in Pharmacy I am able to tutor children
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of babysitting experience, from having a little sister and watching over her friends and neighborhood children. I spent last summer as a camp counselor working with children 3-6 and 8-10 and 3 years as a counselor in another camp working with a variety of age groups. While I was in High School I mainly...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nia L.
Wimauma, FL
$19/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hey there! I'm Nia, a 20-year-old caregiver and tutor with a big heart and a love for making every moment fun and educational!
Since 2021, I've been privileged to serve as a trusted babysitter, creating a warm, safe, and playful environment for children. I cherish every gig, whether it's reading stories, playing games, or...
Nia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hailey A.
Sun City Center, FL
$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi!! I am currently in college to become an elementary school teacher, and I hope to also get a degree in speech pathology :).
I like working with kids because since me and my little brother have an 11 year age gap, I have so much experience with children and I often feel working with kids is so much easier than with adults....
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Breya, I am a 25year-old babysitter/Nanny with over 8 years' experience working for families with children of all ages and even more as an older sister of 10. I enjoy cooking, reading, writing and theatre. I am reliable, responsible and a great communicator. Light cleaning and washing up after the kiddos is not a...
Breya can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
I am a Christian babysitter with one year of experience.
I offer a range of services to ensure the well-being and happiness of your children. From cooking and cleaning to helping with homework, I am dedicated to providing a nurturing environment while you are away. I am also more than happy to handle pick-ups and drop-offs and...
Keila can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
10 plus years teaching in Florida at Public Schools. English teacher certified grades K-12, ESOL and elementary teacher.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I love to take care of children, I miss those days when my own kids were little. I have two boys and three girls but they are all grown up now. That's why I love to work as a Nanny! I took care of a 2-month-old baby until she was 3 years old. I taught her how to sing and recite nursery songs and rhymes, taught her to read and...
Helene can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Trustline Certified
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Helene is simply the BEST! From day one, the care and love she has provided for our son and family as a whole has been outstanding. We are so grateful for her, and we couldn’t ask for a better caregiver. The only reason we are moving on is because our son is...
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Devon M.
Saint Petersburg, FL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.3
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am an experienced nanny with experience with all ages. I have experience with Infants and am very comfortable. I am familiar with developmental milestones. I love to read with children of all ages. I am a former 2nd grade teacher from MD. I am currently looking for a part time tutoring and/or childcare position. I am MD...
Devon can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Devon is kind, caring, and communicative. She looked after our infant when we needed some part time help. We knew our daughter was well cared for and Devon was kind enough to send us cute pictures and videos during the day as well. We highly recommend her!"
Patricia T.
Abigail P.
Bradenton, FL
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Abbey and i'm currently a medical assistant, just looking for weekend gigs I'm just a phone call away :) I started babysitting my little cousin when I was 16 years old, eventually started babysitting for kids in my neighborhood. I've worked primarily with toddlers and preschoolers. I love working with kids. Whether...
5.0
"We have used Abbey multiple times since my son was born and he is 2.5 years old now. He absolutely adores her! She gets on his level to play and he loves it! She is dependable and trustworthy. She followed our instructions to a T and we really felt at ease with her...
Claire P.
Connor C.
Saint Petersburg, FL
$30-37/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Connor, I'm 25 years old, and looking forward to working with you. I have two years of experience as a paid tutor at the Sanderlin Community Center; there I worked with children aged 6-12. Prior to the community center, my focus was reading, enrichment and counseling for at risk children between the ages of 8-15....
Connor can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Connor becomes part of the family. He is trustworthy, patient, kind, and genuinely cares. He has cared for our 12 year-old twins for almost 2 years, at a critical time in their life. He has also cared for our home while we traveled and tutored the kids. He just...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Francesca. I am an alumni of Stetson University with a Bachelor's degree of Science in Health Science. I have babysat children ranging from ages 1 to 12, including children with special needs such as autism. I love caring for children- I can tutor, play outside with them, prepare meals, read bed time stories, sing...
Francesca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Francesca babysat with my 2 year son and my 4 year old daughter at least 2x a week at night. She was always early, so energetic and so available. She was always responsive and flexible. Whoever Francesca sits for us lucky!"
Kate V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Elizabeth and I am a 26-year-old, passionate educator with experience in professional Nannying and Teaching. As a first-year K-8th grade Art Teacher, I aim to foster choice-based art projects in my classroom. With several years experience in Nannying, I hope to model for your little ones love, compassion,...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Elizabeth served as the nanny for our one-year-old son for seven months in 2022. She has been the best possible care giver we could have imagined, going above and beyond to provide loving, consistent, and stimulating care for our son. Elizabeth is wonderful with...
Elena M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Connor , I'm 25 years old, and looking forward to working with you. I have two years of experience as a paid tutor at the Sanderlin Community Center. There I worked with children mainly between the ages of 6-12. Prior to the community center, my focus was reading enrichment and counseling for at risk children...
5.0
"I can not say enough about how amazing Connor is. He showed up on time and even stayed later sometimes without hesitation. My daughter who is 10 absolutely loved him. He is extremely patient and praised my daughter when she got something right which was so...
Amber C.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Ruskin, FL
Jamila G.
5.0
Jamila is AMAZING!!! She is so good with my babies, they absolutely love her and she’s become like part of our family now! She’s always on time, super friendly, caring and fun! Even last minute she has accommodated me and moved other things around to be able to babysit for me! I’m so grateful for...
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Mira O.
5.0
Mira is very sweet and gentle. I have a hard time having anyone to watch my baby and Mira is the 3rd person besides my husband and my own mother that I have trusted with my child.
- Edona P.
Trish D.
5.0
No words exist to express the gratitude I have for Ms. Trish. My daughters math and reading grade improved drastically. She had a plan for her and would challenge her. My daughter was very engaged and enjoyed her weekly tutorings. If we could take her with us to our new state we would !! We are...
- Enmeri B.
Helene E.
5.0
Helene is simply the BEST! From day one, the care and love she has provided for our son and family as a whole has been outstanding. We are so grateful for her, and we couldn’t ask for a better caregiver. The only reason we are moving on is because our son is starting preschool, otherwise, we...
- Care member
Devon M.
5.0
Devon has been an invaluable part of our family's journey for the past 18 months. She has been entrusted with the care of our son 3 days a week since he was 3 months old. Her patience, genuine care and nurturing nature have been instrumental in creating a safe and loving environment.
Devon's...
- Katie B.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Ruskin, FL
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Ruskin, FL?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Ruskin, FL on Care.com will cost an average of $30.00 per hour as of March 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 Ruskin, FL?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Ruskin, FL. You can search for candidates by their distance from Ruskin 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 Ruskin that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Ruskin, FL?
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 Ruskin 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 Ruskin, FL?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Ruskin, FL, 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 Ruskin, FL 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.