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Find reading tutors in Santa Cruz, CA that you’ll love

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

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Lila B.


Ben Lomond, CA

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a professional nanny for five years. I started working with children when I was 15 and got my AS in Early Childhood Education last year from Cabrillo. I've worked with children of all ages. I've been with the same family for four and a half years, the kids are for five nine and 10. I have been a nanny and babysitter...
Lila can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Lila has been caring for our infant since she was 5 months old. Working with her for the past 5+ months has been wonderful. I completely trust her and know that our daughter is in good hands when my partner and I are at work. Lila is punctual, adaptable with our...

Cassandra G.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Erika and I'm from Brazil. I am a full-time student at Cabrillo College - majoring in Early Childhood Education. My daily activities with kids consist of feeding, playing, reading, dancing, singing, bathing, nap time, drop off/pickups from school/activities, cleaning/meal preparation and laundry for kids, etc. I...
Erika can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Erika took care of our two children (toddler and infant) on multiple occasions, they always had a wonderful time with her. She's reliable and very loving towards the kids. We highly recommend her!"

Mariana R.

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Hannah S.


Capitola, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/ Tutor

Hello, my name is Hannah. I am a certified elementary school teacher in California with a Masters in Education. Prior to my masters, I received my bachelors degree in Liberal studies with an emphasis in teacher preparation followed by a multiple subject teaching credential at Dominican University of California. While my primary...
5.0
"Hannah is fabulous! She is smart, experienced, kind and a great communicator! (She provides numerous letters of recommendations and her prior family loved her! Their kids returned to private school and that is the only reason Hannah is available.)....

Whitney H.

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Sierra L.


Aptos, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Out Of Season Camp Councilor

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I've been a babysitter since I was 13 and can provide numerous positive referrals. I love kids and encouraging them to explore, create, and interact with the world around them in positive and meaningful ways. I have two degrees one in Sociology, and another Social Justice and Cultural Studies with a minor in theatre. I've been a...
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sierra is a lovely gal! Super fun and attentive. Super flexible. Great at engaging little ones. Definitely the first person I call when I need a sitter."

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Christy A.


Campbell, CA

$61/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Christy! For the last 20 years, I have been a career nanny to families all over the Bay Area. My experience includes meal prep, driving to and from school/sports, play dates, engaging children in age appropriate activities, infant care, toddler care, and caring for twins. Over the last 4 years I have had the...
Christy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Christy is beyond personable - she is fantastic! She is very patient when it comes to caring for someone's child and her personality and demeanor with children is quite remarkable. She is punctual and willing to help where needed too. Anyone looking to hire a Nanny...

Sonia W.

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Masoumeh T.


Cupertino, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Kids Are Angels And I Like To Spend Time With Angels

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience of teaching at different preschools and daycares. I've also worked with many families and I can provide many references. I also have multiple recommendations letter from preschool. working with kids is so much fun and I enjoy doing different activities with them such as reading stories , teaching...
Masoumeh can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Masoumeh took excellent care of our two year old when we needed a babysitter quick during spring break. She engaged and played with him, read books and had him napping well. We'd definitely hire her again."

Ravi R.

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Elizabeth V.


Saratoga, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had a fulfilling career as a high school English teacher for 15 years. More recently, I have served as as an education director for a tutoring center and worked with pre-k students up to college aged students. I have helped prepare students for standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT, and TOEFL. I especially enjoy...
5.0
"When we lived in another state, we had this amazing helper - Marilyn that arrived on time and almost floated in with her super human cape on --- to fix things, make it better. Finally I found someone here in the bay area that is similar to her. That person?...

Jill C.

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Serene W.


Los Gatos, CA

$30/hr20 yrs exp

Energetic And Fun Sitter

Hired by 27 families in your neighborhood

I have over 25 years of experience teaching and working with children. I am the oldest of 4 sisters so being a care taker has always come naturally! I've worked for Challenger and Stratford schools in their preschool/Pre K and kindergarten programs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I'm great with dogs...
Serene can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Serene was a great find when we needed someone to pick up our two children after school(s) and bring them home. She juggled the logistics like a pro and made sure they were fed and happy by the time we got home. Would definitely recommend! "

Care member

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Dianna Z.


Saratoga, CA

$49/hr10 yrs exp

Math Tutor Available

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I offer in-person and remote tutoring. I have a bachelor's degree in Biology from Stanford, and have been teaching informally and formally since I was in junior high myself, when I used to help my sister and classmates with their math questions. I am known for being very approachable, and for making math accessible to students...
5.0
"Dianna is simply a lovely person. She is punctual, responsible, caring, and always taking note of the situation to see if she can improve upon anything or make things better."

Karen G.

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Carissa K.


San Jose, CA

$30-47/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Homeschooling Mom Looking For Full-Time/Part-Time Position

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

**Currently unavailable for full-time as I am working part-time for another family but my schedule is sometimes open for date nights, mornings and one-time babysitting.** I am a 50-year-old mom to three sons, ages 24, 22 and 20. I stayed home with my children for 14 years and home schooled them until they went to high school....
Carissa can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I have known Carissa for well over three years now and I can vouch that she is one of the most upstanding and amazing people I have ever known. She is generous, dependable, honest and one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. She is also an outstanding caregiver...

John D.

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Jenny W.


Capitola, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Preschool Teacher

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

In addition to raising my own two children, I have worked as a preschool teacher for over 20 years in the El Dorado Hills area. I love watching children learn, grow, and blossom with their own unique potential. Kids of ALL ages have always been my passion. I love ALL things active and outdoors. I also love arts and crafts,...
Jenny can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"If we could have one nanny for the rest of time - it would be Ms. Jenny. She came into our lives as our nanny but quickly became more than that. She is a bright spot in our family. Ms. Jenny is fantastic with children- engages them, teaches them, makes them...

Kymberly H.

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Sandra K.


Los Gatos, CA

$75/hr10 yrs exp

Tutor Available

Hi my name is Sandra and I am a CA multiple subjects and single subject (Home Economics) credentialed teacher. I have lots of experience with tutoring and helping youth of various ages with their needs. I have tutored elementary to high school aged students. I have a now 15-year-old son and have taught him to read. I believe in...
5.0
"Sandra is an extremely thoughtful and compassionate person. She constantly strives to do her best and learn more about her job."

Mallory G.

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Shadi M.


San Jose, CA

$75-80/hr10 yrs exp

Pre-K - 3 Tutor Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have recently retired after 20 years as a kindergarten teacher at Challenger School. I have teaching and tutoring experience with pre-k through 3rd grade level material. I dedicated my life to crafting young, bright minds, and would love to continue to do so in my retirement.
5.0
"We began working with Shardi, (Mrs M) 2 years ago and she quickly became an essential part of our son's education and our family. Shardi saved us. Our son is bright but due to a less-than-stellar school experience he was missing all core skills. Enter Shardi-...

Estelle M.

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Dinah O.


San Jose, CA

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Dinah! I am new to care. com but I am not new to childcare. I have 1-+ years of childcare experience and have been around children helping my mom take care of my younger siblings and her daycare. In addition, I have worked with children of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds. Not only have I tutored in the past,...
Dinah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Hannah T.


San Jose, CA

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

My name is Hannah and I am 18 years old Reliable and responsible high school student with over three years of babysitting experience. I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. My Education Branham High School, Graduation: June 2025 My Babysitting Experience Various Families, June...
Hannah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kristen P.


San Jose, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Available

I am a California State Credentialed Teacher. I have baby sat since I was 10 years old. I am very excited about art, computers, reading and writing. It is important to have a firm, consistent, safe structure in order to have fun!
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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James M.


Campbell, CA

$30-50/hr3 yrs exp

Retired Teacher Will Tutor During Babysitting.

I'd describe my personality as punctual, loyal, & humorous. I like working with kids because it's my gift! I'm looking for a job that allows me to work one-on-one with kids instead of 30+ students in a classroom. I started working with kids when I was 15. In my spare time, I like to dine out and watch movies with my girl...
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Gabby D.


Campbell, CA

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Gabby, I'm 26 years old and I have some experience with young children (2-5 yo) and tutoring experience. During college I was a tutor at Mathnasium and taught math to kids grade 1-12. I love animals and don't mind light housework. Also, I drive a Honda CRV. In my spare time I love reading and watching Greys Anatomy....
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Carolina C.


San Jose, CA

$27-50/hr3 yrs exp

About Me :)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi : I'm from Brazil and I'm 23 years old and I'm graduated as a Teacher for early education in Brazil! I believe in the positive education approach and I follow the Montessori method! I'm happy to follow directions from the parents and I'm always ready to learn and help! I'm great at multi tasking and I love to be proactive!...
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Ariana A.


Campbell, CA

$17-24/hr4 yrs exp

Responsible, reliable, and punctual is how I'd describe myself. I'm looking for a parent that needs assistance. Where I can help lessen the load and provide a safe fun environment. Whether it's meal prepping, doing housework, playing with children and helping them do homework. I like keeping routine to make sure all tasks are...
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent reading tutor reviews in Santa Cruz, CA

Lila B.

5.0

Lila has been caring for our infant since she was 5 months old. Working with her for the past 5+ months has been wonderful. I completely trust her and know that our daughter is in good hands when my partner and I are at work. Lila is punctual, adaptable with our schedules/routines, and has even...

- Cassandra G.

Erika M.

5.0

Erika has been the best addition to our lives! She is so attentive and loving and is so great at taking the kids out on daily adventures, reading lots of books and singing songs. We couldn’t recommend her more!

- Care member

Hannah S.

5.0

Hannah is fabulous! She is smart, experienced, kind and a great communicator! (She provides numerous letters of recommendations and her prior family loved her! Their kids returned to private school and that is the only reason Hannah is available.). Unfortunately, our needs did not quite align...

- Whitney H.

Sierra L.

5.0

10/10 would hire her again. She arrived on time, took charge of the situation, and day one it felt like she had been babysitting for us forever. She is proactive, kind and fun. My three little ones had a blast with her and I was super impressed.

- Jocelyn S.

Christy A.

5.0

Christy is beyond personable - she is fantastic! She is very patient when it comes to caring for someone's child and her personality and demeanor with children is quite remarkable. She is punctual and willing to help where needed too. Anyone looking to hire a Nanny should scoop her up fast. We miss...

- Sonia W.

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Reading Tutors in Santa Cruz, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.