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Hello there! My name is Tommy and I would love to be able to watch your children. Over the past 6 years, I have done various babysitting and working in PreK/School Age daycare centers. For the past two years I have been teaching Kindergarten as a fully certified teacher here in Virginia. Being that I am a teacher I'm available...
Thomas can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Lauren E.
Portsmouth, VA
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lauren and I am a First Grade teacher in Charlottesville with an Elementary Education degree from UVA! I am energetic, joyful, and communicative and have a passion for affirming and caring for kids! I have been a nanny for four summers during which time I cared for children ages 1 to 15, transported them to...
Lauren can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Hi! I'm Maddie. I've worked as a writing tutor at my former university for two years. I'm also experienced working with younger kids in an educational setting. I love helping kids in any way that I can, especially when it comes to writing and English!
Lynne R.
Yorktown, VA
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked in the NNPS system for over 40 years in elementary education, 1st through 5th. I currently work at an elementary school 5 days a week. I would like to continue working with children this summer, but only part time. I enjoy teaching reading and writing. I have worked with a few students in math also. I love working...
Hello! I hold a Master's Degree in Elementary Education (Pk-6) and currently have 7 years of experience in the classroom (grades 2 & 3). I also have tutoring experience with current and former students and believe in promoting conceptual understanding.
Hello! I am a certified EMT-B, as well as a certified CPR instructor for AHA (I can provide documentation upon request!). I have 5 nieces and 2 nephews who I have helped raise and love more than anything in the whole wide world. I am currently trying to get my degree in teaching and I am attending school at TNCC to hopefully...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi my name is Ashley and i'm from yorktown, VA. I've been babysitting since I was 15! It started with jobs here and there around my neighborhood. When I was 16 I started long term sitting for my volleyball coach and his wife. They had one boy who was 4 and shortly after had another baby boy. So I spent a lot of time on the...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Hi! My name is Heidi and I am a current undergraduate student at American University. A little bit about me: I speak three languages currently Spanish, English, and German and I am in the process of becoming fluent in Portuguese. I enjoy taking care kids of all ages (0-15), and have also tutored in the areas of: math, history,...
Hello! My name is Haley, and I am 24. I graduated with a bachelors of science at Old Dominion University and volunteer with the Virginia Beach Rescue Squad as an EMT. I enjoy playing with every child I come in contact with because they always show a joy for life that can be lost as you grow older. I have experience with...
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Valentina A.
Fort Eustis, VA
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi My Name Is Valentina, I'm 24 Years Old, I'm From Colombia And I'm Looking For Good Position
I'd describe my personality as organized, active, social
I like working with kids because I enjoy spend my time with them, my personality is so active that I consider like a kid, I'm in a process where I'm learning more about the language and I've realized that the best way is with the children since they teach me and they're...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Heidi, and I am a current undergraduate student at American University in Washington DC. A little bit about me, growing up, I've always loved to be around children, and spending time with them. I am experienced with infants, toddlers, and children up to 13 years old. Taking care of young children comes at...
Heidi can also help with: Craft assistance
Hello! My name is Chloe, I'm currently 23 years old and would love the opportunity to help your family! I have 2 and a half years of teaching Preschool experience with kiddos ranging from ages 2 years old - 5 years old. I also have 2 years of professional nanny experience, after school nannying, and full weekends / date nights....
Chloe can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Kwanzaa M.
Newport News, VA
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
I have been a tutor for 6 years, and have tutored in math, reading, writing, English, history, and Spanish for elementary to middle school kids. My math experience includes arithmetic, algebra I and II, pre-calculus, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics (please have textbook). Students I have helped were able to raise their...
I have worked for Child Care Development Centers in the San Jose California as a Teacher. I work an after school program tutoring children ages kindergarten to 6th grade. I was employed there 3 years and just recently relocated to Texas. I have been a teacher for 15 years and I have taught children 3 years to 13 years old. I am...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have volunteered to help out in an intro to neurobiology course in college, and casually have helped friends and classmates to understand difficult material. I really love teaching people about biology and helping them to understand it. Now that I'm graduated, I actually miss academics, and a great way to get back into it is...
Karen M.
Williamsburg, VA
$20-70/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 32 years of teaching experience and have high expectations for my students. I think learning should be fun and engaging. I love encouraging students to read and helping them to find the right book. Teaching math and finding fun tricks and ways that math works is another thing that I enjoy about teaching. I believe math...
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My name is Noelle. I have been working in childcare for over 10 years. Some of my experience includes full-time nannying, tutoring, building and delivering developmentally appropriate curriculum, being a camp counselor, and working in a child development center.
A bit about myself-my favorite things to do are craft and...
Heather M.
Newport News, VA
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
College Student And Pre-service Teacher With Experience
Thank you for visiting my profile! I am 23 years old and a graduate student at William & Mary's School of Education. I am working toward an ESL teaching licensure. Due to COVID, I know that many families are looking for additional childcare or online/in-person tutoring for their children. I have a limited schedule because of...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all! My name is Rachel. I currently have availability for tutoring, both virtually and in-person. I enjoy working with people of all ages, helping them to succeed academically and otherwise. My specialty is science, as I am currently a licensed teacher in secondary Biology & Earth Science. However, I have mostly tutored in...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Smithfield, VA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Smithfield, VA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Smithfield, VA on Care.com will cost an average of $16.50 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, VA?
Care.com currently has 2 reading tutors in Smithfield, VA. 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, VA?
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, VA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Smithfield, VA, 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, VA 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.