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60 reading tutors are listed in Santa Cruz, CA
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Santa Cruz, CA
I have been tutoring English Language Arts for 23 years, part-time. I have worked with students in small classes and individually. I have experience with a variety of curriculum and grade levels from 2nd grade to high school 12 grade. I have been working with home school charter schools in Monterey County and currently still...
Mali'o K.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Tutor For Children Of All Ages! Science, English, Standardized Tests, And More!
Hello! Thank you for checking out my profile. I love spending time with kids and have extensive experience teaching and mentoring, and am available to help children (aged high school or below) with homework or other tutoring needs. Previously, I taught at and then managed an educational program at the American Museum of Natural...
I have tutored and taught students from 6th grade to college level in essay writing, grammar skills, reading comprehension, and understanding classic literature.
Sydney F.
Santa Cruz, CA
$25-60/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi All!
I thoroughly enjoy teaching and helping kids with schoolwork. The back and forth and the light-bulb moments when students see something they hadn't before is a such a great feeling. I have my degree in Child Development and have worked in classroom settings, one on one and in small groups.
I'm an experienced Bay Area local tutor. I'm currently a PhD student in Clinical Psychology, offering my services virtually to high school and undergraduate students in need of academic support. I graduated with honors/Phi Beta Kappa in biochemistry and worked in cancer research for 2 years. I have over 7 years of experience...
I am available over the summer to provide child care and/or tutor students K-12 in all subjects.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
If you are looking for a responsible, patient, playful, and experienced caregiver, then give me a call! I have extensive childcare and teaching experience. I love outdoor excursions and am very energetic, but also enjoy soft reading time, imaginative play, and crafts.
I have years of baby - toddler care experience, and have...
Rena can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"Rena did an maxing job with our 3 kids. She was very engaged with the kids, including a lot of enrichment activities. Would hire her again in a heartbeat."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I like working with kids because they amaze me with how smart they are! I was very nearly a preschool teacher and I absolutely love watching that age group figure out how things work and problem solve. Older kids are great to work with because they generally want to help out if there's younger kids and if not then we get to just...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely hire her again if we come back :)"
Matilda W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 21-year-old student attending The University of California, Santa Cruz. I am originally from Los Angeles where I have worked in childcare for over eight years. My mother is a preschool teacher, which means I have grown up surrounded by younger children and always had the opportunity to be a helping hand. Every summer...
Channing can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Channing helped me during a very difficult time with my colicky, high needs baby. She was so helpful, sweet, and a joy to be around. She was great with my (at the time) 3 month old. She helped my sanity stay in tact! 😆 Would definitely trust her with your kiddos!"
Caitie A.
Hi, my name is Bridget! I have been babysitting and teaching dance classes to kids ages 2-12 for about 7 years off and on. I love doing fun activities like arts and crafts, dancing, being outdoors, and reading with kids. I can help with homework, housework, and rides/carpooling. I recently graduated from CSUMB with a BS. in...
Bridget can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is Vianey (pronounced V-N-A). I'm
seeking a babysitter work opportunity in Santa Cruz,
California. I promise to be caring, and dependable.
Services And Training:
I have lots of experience caring for kids, (Babies,
toddlers, kids, and adolescents). I also have
experience with play date supervision, afterschool
care,...
Vianey can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello parents my names Cassie! I am a 24-year-old experienced nanny. I love all things outdoors, arts, music, and reading. I have done child care for about 6 years. I have loads of experience working with children from the ages 3 and up. I have worked at daycares, teaching kids how to snowboard, tutoring and co-teaching...
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Nadira D.
Santa Cruz, CA
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently a third year student at UCSC, majoring is Cognitive Science! I love to read, write, hike and play the guitar, as well as staying active with sports. I have been babysitting since my early teenage years; I have experience with mostly toddlers and pre-teens, but also older infants! I am an honor roll student...
Nadira can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Hello, I'm Annie, and I'd love to help you out with your child/ren! Im a mother of 3 adult kids and a Grandma to a beautiful 9-month-old baby girl, so I have years of experience. Im also CPR/ First Aid certified. Im really mellow, friendly, empathetic and understanding, and love helping others. Babies and kids have always really...
Ann can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ana!
I love taking care and sharing moments with kids of all ages. I have experience from caring for my siblings and family members and also from babysitting in the past. Some of my strengths include being patient, creative and organized. I love sharing my creativity and desire for learning with the kids through...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Hello! I'm a nanny with 4 years of experience providing care to children aged 6 months to 12 years. My childcare centers around the emotional wellbeing and development of children, by teaching life skills in an exciting way. Some of my favorite things to do with kids are hands-on art projects, outdoor sports, reading books,...
Claudia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I have been working in preschool for about a 10 years. About a year ago I worked in the infant room at a school. Currently I am working in an elementary class as a 1:1 aide.
I have about 17 years of experience with children. Before I became a teacher, I used to babysit for three boys, two of them from birth up. I can...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a nanny for children ages 1-12 for four years and I love it! I am reliable and am very good at keeping kids occupied through games, crafts, reading, etc. I have received my Associates degree in Communications, and am continuing studying at UCSC in preparation for a career in teaching or social work.
Serena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
a nurturing, attentive, and dedicated caregiver. I am committed to fostering your child's social-emotional and educational growth, I am a trained and certified Montessori teacher with 15 years classroom experience, 5 years directing a Montessori school, and many years working one-on-one with children in their homes.
Children...
Mata can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
Emily N.
Santa Cruz, CA
$22/hr • 2 yrs exp
I just recently moved to Santa Cruz from Northern California and I'm still looking for work to try and save up for school. Hopefully I can get enough to reach my goal which is getting my teaching credentials! A little about me is I have two younger brothers who are 14 and 10 and a cousin who just turned 5. I used to watch them...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Santa Cruz, CA
Rena D.
5.0
Rena did an maxing job with our 3 kids. She was very engaged with the kids, including a lot of enrichment activities. Would hire her again in a heartbeat.
- Care member
Emily K.
5.0
Emily took great care of our 11 months old baby when we were on vacation in Santa Cruz. It felt really safe to leave him with her and we would definitely hire her again if we come back :)
- Matilda W.
Channing B.
5.0
Channing helped me during a very difficult time with my colicky, high needs baby. She was so helpful, sweet, and a joy to be around. She was great with my (at the time) 3 month old. She helped my sanity stay in tact! 😆 Would definitely trust her with your kiddos!
- Caitie A.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Santa Cruz, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Santa Cruz, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Santa Cruz, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $25.26 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
Care.com currently has 27 reading tutors in Santa Cruz, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.