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Find reading tutors in Shelton, CT that you’ll love
60 reading tutors are listed in Shelton, CT
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 4 years
Reading tutors in Shelton, CT
As a certified Elementary Education teacher with 9+ years experience (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 6th grade) and extensive experience and education in special education, I understand and identify that all students learn in a variety of ways. For some they need extra help and support and others need just a little guidance. Learning through...
Nokwanda M.
Shelton, CT
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
I Am An Experienced Babysitter Looking For A Job For Date Nights On Weekends
I am a caring, loving, kind and energetic person. I love looking after children since from a very young age I used to look after my cousins and my baby sister. I have gained a lot of child care experience from my past jobs and willing to gain more. I love interacting with children. I have experience working with infants,...
Nokwanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
With over 6 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 8 years old, I bring a nurturing, patient, and reliable approach to my role as a nanny. I am dedicated to supporting children's development in all areas-emotional, social, and intellectual-while helping them achieve important milestones. My approach includes...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Heather H.
Shelton, CT
$17-30/hr
Hi- my name is Heather. I'm looking for part time babysitting. I've babysat for families with age ranges from 3 years old-11 years old. I enjoy reading, teaching and being outdoors.
I also love all animals. I have had a dog for 3 years.
I work well with people and have patience/ compassion.
1.0
(1)
My name is Kimberly and I absolutely love caring for children! My husband and I recently moved down from New York, I began working with children as an Assistant Teacher in daycare and I've been working with kids for 4 years. I enjoy playing outside, arts and crafts, reading, and creative play. I believe the children should have...
Raymari can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Amanda K.
Shelton, CT
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Part-time Tutor And Caregiver Available Any Time On Mondays & Tuesdays; Thursdays After 3:30PM
I absolutely love helping others achieve their academic goals and have fun while doing it! I tutored elementary school kids for several years in college and have been part of peer-to-peer tutoring programs since high school.
Hello! My name is Claire and I could be the perfect sitter for you! I am an energetic sophomore nursing major at Fairfield University! Additionally, I am CPR and First Aid certified and I am a certified lifeguard and swim instructor. I have spent the past 3 years working at the YMCA teaching swim lessons to kids of all ages and...
Claire can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Antonette and I have been a Nanny for 21 years. I presently work for a family in Westport Ct for the last 10 years. I take pleasure in caring, teaching, grooming, most of all protecting the children I care for. I prepare and serve meals with balance nutrition, ensuring food safety for those who have food allergies....
Antonette can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Antonette has worked for us for five years. She started with us when our kids were 6, 4 and 3 months old. She has rarely missed a day of work in five yrs. She is extremely reliable, responsible and accountable. We trust her with our money, cars, home and most...
Jennifer D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a certified elementary education teacher currently teaching 4th grade. I can assist with reading, writing, math, science and social studies!
Sherley C.
Trumbull, CT
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Sherley. I'm 40 years old and have 20+ years of experience in working with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. I also had great experiences in working with children as a teacher's assistant and as a nanny. I have my teaching certificate in early childhood education and I am also CPR certified. I am fully...
Sherley can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Sherley is a loving caring person she goes above and beyond to help others especially children. I had the pleasure to experience her work with children and it was absolutely beautiful to see how she takes time with children as if they were her own. Sherley is a...
Monica S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I live in the Edgewood neighborhood in New Haven. I am a Family Advocate at a local day care. I am available for long-term hire for the afternoons and evenings, and am also available for one-time hire on the weekends. I love kids and they love me! I have over 10 years experience in child care; I have worked as a...
Joy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Joy is a really affectionate, fun, loving, and extremely engaging babysitter. She took care of my daughter many times when she was between 4 and 7 years of age. Mariana not only loved her but she has been asking to see her, talk to her and she was so sad when Joy...
Constantina P.
Rebecca C.
Ansonia, CT
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Early Childhood Education Major With 3 Years Of Experience, Looking For Babysitting Opportunities.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Since I was 15, I have been caring for children ages 7 and under. I've been a babysitter, tutor, a counselor and teachers-aide in a preschool. I am currently a assistant teacher. I love reading, singing, and doing crafts. I
have a bachelor degree in early childhood education, as well!
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Becca was great with our baby! She showed up early, comforted our fussy little boy and got him to nap almost immediately (we can never get him to nap), was super attentive and relaxed/easygoing, and a pleasure to speak with and have over. Also very responsive to...
Emily L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'd like to tell you about myself and my experience with children. I was a certified teacher assistant for 15 years in the NY school system ( K-8th). I was a nanny for several wonderful families throughout the years. I also worked as a lead teacher at the Goddard daycare. I truly enjoy working with children of all ages. I...
Anita can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Miss Anita is absolutely exceptional. She is a seasoned professional with incredible natural instincts for what kids need. She really respects what the parents want - my son was always napped right on schedule, fed, safe, and incredibly loved under her care. She is...
Care member
Kristie S.
Monroe, CT
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Creative Caregiver Looking For Part-time, Or Short Term Full Time Position
5.0
(2)
My name is Kristie. I was a post-doctoral student until recently. I'm older than most childcare providers (mid-forties), but this also gives me more experience. I really enjoy being with kids as they are full of life & I can share my experiences with them. For over 20 years, I have worked with newborns to teenagers. My goal with...
Kristie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kristie was my MVP assisting a mother with 5 kids. Errands, laundry, homework and light meal prep really saved my life.
Kristie is first aid/cpr certified. She is able to follow epilepsy, allergy, and asthma action plans.
Five stars!"
Sabrina M.
Jacqueline P.
Milford, CT
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Pre-K Head Teacher -Weekends/Nights/Summer/Caring/Loving Experienced (30+years)
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Mom of 3 w/30+ years of experience. Masters degree in Teaching and Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education/Special Education. Certified Pre-K Head Teacher w/New Haven Public Schools for 4 years. Assistant Pre-K teacher 5 years in New Haven.
Previously-Assistant Teacher Childcare Center at School of Medicine. Assistant Teacher...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Jacki was our almost 2 year old twins' this past summer, and she was everything we had hoped for in a caretaker/nanny and more. She was warm, competent, creative, playful with our kids and reliable. Jacki was also flexible when we asked for extra hours on the...
Care member
Beverly I.
Milford, CT
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher/Paraprofessional Available To Tutor All Subjects, Grades K-12
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have tutored since I was a high school student, in French, Spanish, English, Reading, Study and Organizational Skills, ELL. I have been teaching for over 30 years. Currently I teach high school full-time. I have worked with students of all ages, K - 12 and college-aged. I've taught at both private and public schools and...
5.0
"Beverly is fabulous! We have worked with her almost the entire school year (after the 1st quarter) and she has helped our teenage son go from a C to an A- in Spanish. Our son has a slight language disorder and she explains things in a way that he is able to retain...
Sarah K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Regina I'm from Colombia. I would love to help you! I am very reliable, punctual, flexible and responsible. I love kids and working with them. I have experience as babysitter for more than eight years, especially with newborns and toddlers. In 2016 I took care of a two and a half month old baby boy up until he...
Regina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Regina for 11 years, she is a very responsible, punctual and honest person who loves working with children, her experience of more than 5 years taking care of children and her qualities as a person make her a great babysitter"
Angela T.
I have proven experience driving children to and from sports practices and games & have reliable transportation for pick up/drop offs. I'm available for homework, meal prep and cleaning. In the past, I worked as a nanny for 3 years, after school and summer (from infant to middle school). I am very interested in and encourage...
Racheal can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
I'd describe my personality as very respectful, responsible, and driven
I like working with kids because I like to be helpful and to make kids happy
I'm looking for a job that helps me to prepare for life a little better, and something that I like doing
I started working with kids when I was younger because of family that...
Madisyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Nelly G.
Stratford, CT
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi There ! I am currently attending Eastern Connecticut State University majoring in Early Childhood Education and Sociology. I have experience working with children as young as 2 years old to high school aged. I have worked as a head teacher for a early learning center and for an after school program. I enjoy the outdoors,...
Nelly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Shelton, CT
Antonette M.
5.0
Antonette has worked for us for five years. She started with us when our kids were 6, 4 and 3 months old. She has rarely missed a day of work in five yrs. She is extremely reliable, responsible and accountable. We trust her with our money, cars, home and most importantly our kids. She becomes part...
- Jennifer D.
Sherley C.
5.0
We hired Sherley to take care of our infant and she was great with her. She's very professional, gentle and a good communicator. She's always on-time. We would definitely love to have her again.
- Joelvito V.
Joy M.
5.0
Joy is so amazing with our son, who is now 2.5. She's got an early childhood education background and I notice L is super engaged with Joy - she's not just a passive caregiver. She's reliable, great at communication, on time, and has been a great fit for our family.
- Allie O.
Rebecca C.
5.0
Becca was great with our baby! She showed up early, comforted our fussy little boy and got him to nap almost immediately (we can never get him to nap), was super attentive and relaxed/easygoing, and a pleasure to speak with and have over. Also very responsive to communication and got right back to...
- Emily L.
Anita S.
5.0
Miss Anita is absolutely exceptional. She is a seasoned professional with incredible natural instincts for what kids need. She really respects what the parents want - my son was always napped right on schedule, fed, safe, and incredibly loved under her care. She is super active and always taking him...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Shelton, CT
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Shelton, CT?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Shelton, CT on Care.com will cost an average of $21.57 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 Shelton, CT?
Care.com currently has 7 reading tutors in Shelton, CT. You can search for candidates by their distance from Shelton 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 Shelton that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Shelton, CT?
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 Shelton 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 Shelton, CT?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Shelton, CT, 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 Shelton, CT 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.