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Reading tutors in Santa Maria, CA
Laura H.
Santa Maria, CA
$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm a college student and have a lot of classes under my belt. Please let me know what you need help with and I can be there!
Rebekah C.
Santa Maria, CA
$15-20/hr
I am a theatre professional with experience with children. As an Assistant Camp Director for a professional theatre's summer camp, I was trained with Southwest Autism Resource and Research Center, organized classes, and planned/led weekly crafts with the campers. I am organized and can help your student in almost any subject. If...
Jessica A.
Santa Maria, CA
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I enjoy finding fun ways to help students learn! I like to mix visual, audio, and hands-on projects when tutoring students. That way, it keeps them engaged and motivates them to study and learn.
I currently tutor a 7th grader. I have tutored a 6th grader in math.
I currently lead an after-school homework help club year for 8...
Catalina M.
Nipomo, CA
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Catalina, but go by Cat :) I am a Sonoma State graduate in psychology, currently pursuing my masters degree ! I have always loved working with children & am a teachers assistant at a local school. I enjoying laughing, reading, coloring, and baking. I look forward to finding a fun fitting family to become close...
Catalina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Desirae H.
Arroyo Grande, CA
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(14)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Desirae. I have nearly 15 years of experience as a professional Nanny of all ages, as well as 3. 5 years of preschool teacher experience. I also have completed 33 units worth of early childhood education course work. I will serve as a loving, nurturing and trustworthy companion to your child or children. I am a gentle,...
Desirae can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is great with our 2 year old! Highly recommend. "
Care member
Hayley S.
Arroyo Grande, CA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with kids since my sophomore year of high school. I volunteered for a program called Reading Partners where I worked one on one with a student who needed help developing their reading and writing skills. Since then I have also worked one on one with some other children where I have assisted in different...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Santa Maria, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Santa Maria, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Santa Maria, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $16.33 per hour as of April 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 Maria, CA?
Care.com currently has 3 reading tutors in Santa Maria, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Santa Maria 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 Maria that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Santa Maria, 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 Maria 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 Maria, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Santa Maria, 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 Maria, 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.