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Nicole J.
Scotts Valley, CA
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Kind & Creative Sitter (Former Chef & Barista)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a 34-year-old hospitality professional who is making a career change and is looking to fill in some time caring for kids! For background, I have two goddaughters, currently 8 and 10 years old, but I lived with them and their parents for 6 years and have often been their main caregiver, often caring for them for up to a week...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Erika M.
Aptos, CA
$35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Babysitter Available Three Days A Week And A Few Nights & Also On Weekends
5.0
(18)
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
Early Education
CPR
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
Megan H.
Aptos, CA
$28/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! Let me introduce myself My name is Meg!
I have years of experience with kids as I have been a Kayak Guide/Naturalist, Art Camp Instructor, Babysitter, and Tutor. I have babysat and taught kids of all ages through my jobs. Hanging out with kiddos is truly something I enjoy, and my goal is to create a fun experience for...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Megan has been a part time nanny for my 4 year old twins for the past year and we've had a great experience! She's always on time, very reliable and responsive. The kids have a great time playing games with her at home as well as going on adventures on their bikes...
Kimi R.
5.0
(5)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Sira, I have lived and raised my family here in SC 50 years. I have been a full time Nanny for the last 2 years working with several families as needed. I have done drop in care, overnight care, newborn care, morning and afternoon care with kids all age, full day care I have 40 years of experience with caring...
Sira can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sira was very reliable and flexible, which is what I needed with my varying work schedule. She helped with getting my two kiddos ready for school in the mornings and dropping them off. I was definitely at ease knowing they were in her care, and the my kids found...
Care member
4.3
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I currently work as an instructional assistant in public schools: working directly with children in classrooms, aiding in their learning.
I've spent the last year teaching scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia! Before that, I was teaching Marine Biology and scuba diving to kids 10-17 on Catalina Island! In the...
Zareah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My children and I love Zareah. She always goes above and beyond what is expected of her. I would highly recommend her to all who need a sitter."
Kyle M.
5.0
(5)
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: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Rena did a fantastic job caring for my two children! My daughter has been anxious about being away from us and Rena stepped right in and was able to make my daughter feel comfortable. She did such a great job, my daughter was asking when I would go on a date so...
Care member
Jocelyn F.
Santa Cruz, CA
$31/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kind, patient, fun, nurturing nanny that has been helping families thrive internationally since 2014. Different ways I have provided care are doing laundry, preparing healthy meals, cleaning and organizing, helping with homework, giving baths, running errands, transportation to events, activities, school and appointments...
Jocelyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Jocelyn has been an incredible full time nanny for our now 1.5 yo for the past year. She's calm, patient, fun, and very loving. Our daughter has absolutely thrived under her care. She spends lots of time reading, playing, and adventuring in nature with our daughter...
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
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
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
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.
5.0
(2)
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...
5.0
"We could not have done our year of homeschooling without Lynette's expertise in language arts and social science. Not only did my boys survive the year, Lynette helped our learning pod thrive. Thanks to Lynette, we had a successful year of learning and growth. I...
Layla F.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a firm belief that children are a true gift to this world! Therefore, I have always loved being around children and have a special gift in working with them. I have a very alive inner child that quickly and easily connects and bonds with children and teens of all ages. I have a very alive imagination and I love to play,...
Karen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I had to move out of my house after 17 years living there. It had a two car garage and three bedrooms filled with the possessions of a 4-person family. Karen swept in and immediately helped clear the place psychically as well as physically. The move was...
Rick R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a 22-year-old graduate from 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. I have also...
Channing can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Channing helped with kids after school, driving them to activities, and playing. She was responsible, engaged, timely and lovely. "
Amy B.
5.0
(1)
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.
I am a recently retired elementary school teacher who is looking for a part-time nanny position. I mainly taught 2nd grade but majored in Early Childhood Education. I enjoy engaging children in thought provoking activities and always bring a bag of activities with me to keep children focused and entertained. Some activities...
Stacey can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Cloey P.
Santa Cruz, CA
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Early Childhood Educator, Available All M-F.
Hi there, I'm Cloey! I am a Santa Cruz local with a passion for supporting the families in my community. I currently work as a mental health counselor, though I have spent the past 10 years caring for children aged 3 months to 10 years as both a preschool teacher and nanny. I truly miss working with kiddos, and I am ideally...
Cloey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 10 years of experience working with children (infants to 12 years). I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, teacher's aide, and camp counselor. I love watching children learn and develop new skills. I am very patient, kind, and honest. I enjoy being creative with various art projects, music, theater, reading and...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Scotts Valley, CA
Erika M.
5.0
Erika nannied for us when our nanny was gone for an extended period of time, where I dropped my 1.5 year old off for a nanny share. She was so great with her, and my daughter was excited to be dropped off each day. She made sure that both my daughter and I felt welcome and safe, and she did fun...
- Care member
Megan H.
5.0
Megan has been a part time nanny for my 4 year old twins for the past year and we've had a great experience! She's always on time, very reliable and responsive. The kids have a great time playing games with her at home as well as going on adventures on their bikes and to the nearby park. I feel safe...
- Kimi R.
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.
Sira T.
5.0
Sira was very reliable and flexible, which is what I needed with my varying work schedule. She helped with getting my two kiddos ready for school in the mornings and dropping them off. I was definitely at ease knowing they were in her care, and the my kids found her to be very kind and were...
- Care member
Zareah H.
5.0
My children and I love Zareah. She always goes above and beyond what is expected of her. I would highly recommend her to all who need a sitter.
- Kyle M.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Scotts Valley, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Scotts Valley, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Scotts Valley, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $19.00 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 Scotts Valley, CA?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Scotts Valley, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Scotts Valley 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 Scotts Valley that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Scotts Valley, 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 Scotts Valley 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 Scotts Valley, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Scotts Valley, 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 Scotts Valley, 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.