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34 reading tutors are listed in San Luis Obispo, CA
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in San Luis Obispo, CA
Kendall M.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$17-110/hr • 3 yrs exp
Specialized Writing And Reading Tutor/ College Essay Prep
I previously was a clinician and am certified in the Lindamood-Bell method! I can help with Art, Test Prep for SAT verbal and college essays, and creative writing. I can also tutor in history, and math and physical sciences up to 8th grade. As a reading instructor, I can diagnosis your child and meet them at any level of reading...
Jazzlynne A.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Grad Student, Former Teacher, And Coach Ready To Help!
5.0
(2)
Hi there,
In my 20 years working in education, I have collected some pretty diverse experiences. Please take a look below and reach out if you feel we might be a good fit for tutoring, coaching, or even child care.
Here are some of my experiences from 20 years of work experience in education:
- Literacy and basic math...
5.0
"Jazz was awesome with my 5 and 7 year old. She is attentive and fun. She fed them dinner and put them to bed with no problem. I highly recommend her!"
Care member
Delaney M.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$20-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
I attend Cal Poly SLO and am majoring in Psychology and earning my minor in Child Development. I would love to tutor and help encourage your children in the learning field. Aside from tutoring, I am also always happy to babysit and/or nanny!
I have been an elementary educator teaching Kindergarten, First and Third grade in the Bay Area. My experience is with TK-8th grade scholars. I recently moved back to the Central Coast where I work as an Instructional Coach for a local public school district. My specialty is in Reading & Literacy for students, I also have a...
I am a college graduate from Cal Poly SLO with a degree in Kinesiology. English is my primary language and I am semi-fluent in French.
Hi! My name is Katie and I am a recent 2022 graduate from the University of California, Santa Barbara. I graduated with a degree in the biological sciences, and am currently taking 2 gap years to apply to medical school! Throughout high school and college, I have tutored multiple students in subjects including, but not limited...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dedicated tutor with a strong academic background and a passion for helping students succeed. I earned my degree in Biochemistry and Biomedical Ethics from the University of San Diego and then went on to complete UCSD's Post Baccalaureate Premedical Program, giving me a strong foundation in science (biology, chemistry,...
My past experience includes working with my own college peers but also with high school and middle school age groups. I am personally a bit of an English nerd and thoroughly enjoy the subject, and the art of writing and I think this comes through especially when I teach. I love making a connection with a student and watching...
Hi! My name is Heather, I am currently a college student at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and I graduated from Gunn High School in 2020. I would love to help your student stay up to date on schoolwork or even get a step ahead for the next school year! I have experience working as a tutor at the San Mateo County Library in East Palo...
Kathryn K.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$50/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Katy and I am an Education Specialist experienced in working with students aged 5-15. I have been working in public education since 2016. Before that, I worked as a child care provider. I obtained a BS in Communicative Disorders from SFSU and hold a cleared Mild/Mod Ed Specialist teaching credential. I am currently on...
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm a caring, kind, patient, and positive person with a gift of loving small children. I consider working with children to be a privilege. I love their curiosity about the world and their excitement for life. I have experience as a nanny overseas, a babysitter, and a teacher in Early Learning Centers. I believe that children...
Ivy can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We first got to know Ivy through our preschool where she was a floater. Ivy is a wonderful caretaker and also very loving with children. She has a calming presence, and I have always loved her zeal for travel...I feel she brings this curiosity about the world to...
Evelyn G.
I'm a fun loving baby sitter who prioritizes creativity, nature and games. I believe in a child led approach. I am also a trained reading tutor who specializes in dealing with neuro divergent children (especially ADHD). I've worked as an art teacher with bellingham school district, as well as an after school yoga teacher for...
Kendall can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
My name is Katy and I am a special education teacher with experience working with students aged 5-15. I have been working in public education since 2016, prior to that I worked as a child care provider. I obtained a Bachelor's of Science in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences from San Francisco State University and currently...
Kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Taylor J.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/childcare (reliable Tutor, Home Care, Driver, Dog Sitter)
I have a lot of experience with over 10+ families' childcare, laundry/home care, driving, & tutoring needs. I nannied full-time for the sweetest family this summer and had an amazing time!
I have watched a range of children from infant care, toddlers, and older kids as well, so I have plenty of experience with all childcare...
Taylor can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elli G.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have always had a passion for working with children, starting with helping to care for my younger brother. My experience expanded when I began babysitting for a family who had two boys aged 8 and 12, which lasted about a year.
I further developed my skills through the Tiny Tigers program at my high school, where I cared for...
Elli can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Hi! I'm a recent graduate from the University of Arizona, I majored in Nutritional Sciences and Fashion Technology Sciences. I've always loved kids and have had a passion for helping them develop into their best selves. I started babysitting on a weekly basis when I was 14 for a few neighborhood families, and afterward I babysat...
Skills:
First Aid
Natalie T.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$22-24/hr • 6 yrs exp
Nurturing Psychology Student With Nannying Experience
Hi! My name is Natalie and I am a third-year student studying Psychology at Cal Poly. I am passionate about building connections and lifelong learning. I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, camp counselor, tutor, and mothers helper, centering my jobs around working with kids. I love camping, hiking, and getting outdoors so I...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Isabel and I have been nannying children since I was 21 years old. I have a
B. S. in wildlife bio from UC Davis so I love getting kids outside to play and learn about nature. I am a SLO local. I have experience caring for children ages 3 mo. to 15 years of age and have provided child care for up to 4 children at a...
Isabel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Kaitlyn O.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun And Happy Full-time Or Part-time Nanny/babysitter!
Hi! I'm Kaitlyn. I'm in college studying to be a teacher. I have many hobbies I enjoy like photography, reading, coloring, playing video games, and gardening. I actually have my own photography business too!
I've done many babysitting/nanny jobs in the past (10+ years) and have lots of references! Message me so I can give you...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Madison T.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi everyone! My name is Maddy! I have previously worked with children between the ages of 1-8 as an assistant preschool teacher at Newport Children School in Bellevue Washington. I have also done previous babysitting while I was in high school. I am a full time college student at Cal Poly, but with the available time I have I...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in San Luis Obispo, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in San Luis Obispo, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $23.43 per hour as of February 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 San Luis Obispo, CA?
Care.com currently has 23 reading tutors in San Luis Obispo, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in San Luis Obispo, 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in San Luis Obispo, 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 San Luis Obispo, 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.