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I graduated high school out of my childcare academy. I have my Rhode Island Early Learning Standards certificate and am currently enrolled in college as a health science major so I am able to tutor in English, Reading, and Science. I also used to be a kids kickboxing instructor.
I have an Elementary Special Education Certification and have taught in multiple environments and districts. I currently teach at the high school level but have experience at the elementary level K-5 and at the Middle School level 6-8 grades.
Katelyn L.
Smithfield, RI
$17-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
My name is Katelyn, I live in Smithfield RI and available to help families with child care, tutoring/homework help, light housekeeping/organizing home, and running errands. I have 6 years experience with children in elementary school, I have worked in homes and in schools throughout RI. In my previous jobs babysitting, I helped...
5.0
(2)
Hello! I am a 1st grade teacher available for summer tutoring! If you're in search of an energetic, reliable, creative tutor, I'm your gal! I have taught 1st, 3rd, and 4th grade, and have been a reading interventionist and nanny as well. I have worked with children of all ages and needs. I have a vast knowledge of child...
Tracy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Tracey is a gift to our family. She is able to entertain and engage all three of my children (ages 5, 9 and 11), and they adore her. Tracey not only is able to relate to kids of all ages, but she also straightens up the house and is always willing to help. She is...
Lisa T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience caring for children. I can also add that I am now a mom to a sweet little boy. My first nanny position was taking care of four children. I cared for them until they all started going to school. My job would consist of preparing meals and snacks, reading lots of stories, helping with potty...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
5.0
"Kayla is my twin sister, she has been taking care of children for more than 10 years. She is very thoughtful and takes the time to plan fun holiday events and crafts when the holidays come up, like planning a small Easter egg hunt when Easter is around the corner....
Kourtney C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Melanie and I am a reliable, loving, and engaging caregiver with many years experience. In my care, your child's overall development will be intentionally supported and strengthened. I love engaging children in interest-led activities, the outdoors, pretend play, interactive play, reading, physical movement,...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"As a single mother of two and new to the area, Melanie was a blessing! She is extremely professional and my girls absolutely love her."
Jayme H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Ashley, and I would like to thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I began babysitting children on a regular basis at a very young age. My goal is to help children grow, learn and meet their full potential. It is my passion to work with the families and parents to create growing opportunities for...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley has been nannying for our three children for the past two years. Throughout her time with us, their ages ranged from 6 months to 7 years. She quickly became part of our family and has always been respectful of our parenting style. She is excellent with...
Bethany F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was so fortunate to have been a Nanny to 4 beautiful little boys since they were babies. Two sets of Twin Boys! They are now 9 and 11 years old and I enjoyed every moment of it! Teaching them to walk, talk, color and pretending. Teaching social interaction with others, making friends, riding bikes. Driving to soccer,...
Nannette can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I've know Nan for over 7 years during which time she was a nanny for two sets of twin boys and babysit my two children. She is extremely creative and loving! I would highly recommend her as a caregiver without hesitation. She adds so much to the families she...
Jessica B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm from Brazil. I have one kid myself. I'm very patient, loving and active person.
I have a Degree in Spanish.
I love playing with the kids, teaching, always giving them attention, because I believe that's important.
I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. I always worked at daycares, preschools or...
Thalita can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Thalita was amazing! Easy-going, but jumped right in and kids took to her instantly. She also cleaned up, made them lunch, and they were happy as ever when we came home. She is amazing!! "
Care member
Hannah P.
Millville, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Hannah! I have experience tutoring children ages 6-12 in all subjects. I am very patient and usually can come up with fun ways for kids to learn or study so they look forward to learning. I can confidently offer help with any subjects from grades Kindergarten to middle school!
That being said, I am a full time...
3.0
(2)
Private Teacher offering help in your home during this upcoming school year for K4-2nd Grade! I am available Monday-Friday from 8am-4 p.m. I am a firm believer that should be in a comfortable environment when learning because it takes away stress and anxiety for your child. I have had experience teaching and helping to mold...
5.0
"Ms. Dee has done a superb job working with my 9th grade son this past school year! She’s patient, understanding, and has excellent communication with not only my son but with me as well. My son has ADHD and Social Anxiety due to this he’s had a difficult time...
Care member
Madison R.
North Scituate, RI
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Enthusiastic Sitter Who Plans On Teaching In The Fall!
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience working in a classroom. Throughout my experiences in student teaching, I enjoyed helping students with reading, arts and crafts. I can also help with travel and carpooling. I have a younger sister with autism and am also able to help children with disabilities.
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
5.0
"Madison is wonderful and amazing with children. She is a kind and patient person willing to be her best every day. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a creative, outgoing, communicative nanny with a love of the outdoors and arts. I have lived all over the world and love to travel. After majoring in art therapy in college, I moved to RI and taught private 1-on-1 art classes from 2013 to 2019. I also began full-time nannying in 2014, working with multiple families for both...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is a fantastic sitter. She did very well in the interview and managed to impress our family panel of interviewers. We hired her to care for my 6 and 4 year old boys while I was working. She was punctual and very flexible with our changing schedule. My kids...
Craig B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been blessed for most of my life with the privilege of being a caregiver. I began babysitting as a teen in high school. In college, I earned a BA in Early Childhood and Psychology. After graduation, I spent the following 20 plus years in a variety of Early Childhood teaching and administrative positions.
My field of...
Tammy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tammy is beyond fantastic! She has taken great care of my three children for over three years! My kids absolutely adore her! She is always punctual, dependable, and helpful bringing my children to all of their extracurricular activities. I honestly can't say...
Meredith D.
5.0
(3)
Hi, I'm Mariah! I have experience with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children from nannying and being a preschool teacher. I also have experience working as a behavior technician in ABA therapy with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
I hold a bachelor's degree in elementary education, and have completed...
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Mariah watched our 3 children (ages 6,3,1) for over a year. She is a hard worker, always on time, flexible, dependable, and honest. Our children did (and still do) adore her! She had a great balance of structure and consistent/clear expectations, while constantly...
Krystle L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood
My philosophy with children is simple: Children need an abundance of love and that should be given freely, but not at the expense of structure, boundaries (which provide a sense of security), learned manner, and sense of responsibility for others. I believe reading is very important and frequent trips to the library are healthy...
Pamela can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Pamela is absolutely fantastic. She always has a wonderful day planned for our daughter, from music in the morning to reading in the afternoon with a homemade meal in between! She's also incredibly easy to work with - she accommodates my crazy physician schedule...
Jessica D.
HI! My name is Julia and I am 19 years old. I go to the University of Rhode Island for communication disorders, and I hope to become a child Speech Pathologist. Along with babysitting for a few years, I also have experience being an overnight camp councilor. some fun facts about myself; I am a classically trained singer, I...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Nathaly C.
Manville, RI
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hey! My name is Nathaly and I'm currently residing in New Jersey. I'm a Virtual Transaction Coordinator specializing in real estate. I do have my own transportation and available for interviews/immediate hire (I am currently available M-F). Please feel free to message me. I have very good experience with kids of all ages. I am...
Nathaly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Molly. I am a recent college graduate who is between schooling. I graduated with a bachelors in biology so I would love to help with any school or tutoring needs. I have 3 years of childcare experience from working at camps running activities in sports and art. I also love pets!
I'd describe my personality as...
Angeline B.
Blackstone, MA
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I've been working with children since I was 16, and teaching since I was 18. I have the most experience with children 3-9, but I enjoy all ages! I love to sing, dance, make crafts, read, and generally be creative and silly. I love pets, and enjoy doing house work (especially organizing and laundry; I'll admit I'm a neat...
Angeline can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Smithfield, RI
Tracy A.
5.0
Look no further, Tracy is the jackpot! Tracy represents a rare combination of practicality, creativity and
diligence we've not found in many young adults. She is the only non-family
member we have felt comfortable leaving our children with during overnight
trips and at times has accompanied our...
- Barbara C.
Kayla C.
5.0
Kayla is my twin sister, she has been taking care of children for more than 10 years. She is very thoughtful and takes the time to plan fun holiday events and crafts when the holidays come up, like planning a small Easter egg hunt when Easter is around the corner. She is always going above and...
- Kourtney C.
Melanie T.
5.0
I reached out to Melanie through Care.com as I was searching for a sitter for our son while we were on vacation in Massachusetts. She was punctual from the time I first messaged her, to the interview over zoom, to the 2 nights she watched our son. Melanie was incredibly professional, kind, and very...
- Tess L.
Ashley B.
5.0
Ashley has been nannying for our three children for the past two years. Throughout her time with us, their ages ranged from 6 months to 7 years. She quickly became part of our family and has always been respectful of our parenting style. She is excellent with maintaining behavior expectations and...
- Bethany F.
Nannette T.
5.0
Nan was everything we were looking for. She was wonderful with our 10 month old. She was great at incorporating all the things that were important to us into the daily routine; nutrition, learning play, adventure and above all safety. Any family would be lucky to have her! We wish would could have...
- Whitney S.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Smithfield, RI
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Smithfield, RI?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Smithfield, RI on Care.com will cost an average of $15.67 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 Smithfield, RI?
Care.com currently has 3 reading tutors in Smithfield, RI. You can search for candidates by their distance from Smithfield 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 Smithfield that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Smithfield, RI?
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 Smithfield 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 Smithfield, RI?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Smithfield, RI, 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 Smithfield, RI 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.