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60 reading tutors are listed in Somerville, MA
The average posted rate is $26/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Somerville, MA
I am a third grade teacher within Cambridge Public Schools and have my graduate degree in elementary education. I am currently available to provide tutoring/education support services over the summer.
I am a licensed Special Educator. I am trained in behavior and social-emotional learning as well as academics. I am strongest with grades k-3 literacy and math.
I am available for daytime tutoring in the summer.
Hi! I am looking to help tutor students in elementary school. I have worked at a school for students with dyslexia for the last couple of summers. We would work on reading, writing, and math and then transition to a fun camp afternoon. I love kids and love learning and feel like combining the two would be a great summer...
Elizabeth G.
Somerville, MA
$25-49/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Elizabeth and I am currently a high school special education teacher. I graduated from the Neag School of Education at UConn with a Master's degree in May 2021. I have a wide variety of experience working with kids from infants to teenagers. In addition, I have over 10 years of experience babysitting for kids which...
During the day, I work as a case manager. I am often helping clients with organizational skills and executive function. I am available to help students with a variety of subjects, to learn the material and find a studying process that works best for them.
I have an undergraduate degree in psychology and am currently obtaining...
I spent four years working as a math and literacy tutor in an elementary school in Boston. I have also substitute taught middle school and high school. My skills include leading educational games, homework assistance, creating tailored assignments, and leading a classroom. I love kids and learning and try to make sure they have...
Hi there! I am a special education teacher in the Acton-Boxborough school district. I have a masters degree in special education and 4 years of hands-on experience working with students in grades 2-6. In my role, I create personalized instructional plans to meet individual learning needs and maximize student growth. This summer,...
Hello! My name is Aaliyah, I'm a 24-year-old Massachusetts native living in Somerville, MA. I am seeking a part time babysitting role as I am currently studying for the LSAT in pursuit of attending law school next fall. Throughout my teenage years and early 20s, I've been a babysitter, a nanny, a tutor, and have even worked at a...
Esther J.
Somerville, MA
$30-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.9
(18)
Hired by 44 families in your neighborhood
My name is Esther and I am passionate about caring for children. I am a Certified infant/toddler/preschool teacher, fluent in English and French, and conversational in Spanish. Currently, I work as a Kindergarten Associate Teacher in Somerville, MA. I have experience caring for multiple children at once, having managed up to 10...
Esther can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Look no further, book Esther! She watched our 8 month old while we were visiting from out of town. She is everything you’d ever want and more in a babysitter — creative, kind, educational, thoughtful, present and sincere. She sent photo updates throughout the night...
Care member
Madeline S.
Somerville, MA
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Responsible Babysitter To Put On Your List For Date Nights!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Preferred name: Isabel
I started working with kids when I was a freshman in high school. I joined a neighborhood mothers online group and from then on I was booked every weekend! I received CPR and First Aid training so that I would know what to do in an emergency. I did taught a class of underprivileged high schoolers SAT Prep...
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Isabel was AMAZING - I’m so thankful I found her for a trip our family was on! Cannot recommend her enough! "
Kate B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated educator with a passion for working with children of all ages. With eight years of experience teaching young children and 5 years working with middle and high school students, I thrive in creating engaging and interactive activities that spark joy and learning. I bring energy and...
Tanya can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Tanya for any job working with children. She has been an excellent role model for my kids and a kind, nurturing babysitter. Tanya is not only excellent with children, she is also a responsible babysitter who remains calm in a crisis situations....
Elizabeth C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
With over 15 years of experience in child care, including 8 years in a classroom setting, I am a dedicated and passionate caregiver committed to fostering the growth and development of children. My most recent role as a Lead Infant Teacher in the South End in Boston has equipped me with extensive experience working with infants,...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Amazing person connects with the kids very well and kids love her. Teaches the kids games and reading and songs. More than punctual always arrives an hour or earlier before time required. Very kind and polite. Caring loving ,very patient .would highly recommend. "
Hellen K.
Angie H.
Somerville, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! I Was An Au Pair For Two Years In The Us. I'm A Lovely, Fun And Patient Caregiver
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm from Colombia, I'm 24, I love to travel and I'm a very extrovert funny person. I've been in Boston for almost 3 years
I'd describe my personality as fun, extroverted, loving.
I like working with kids because they're fun, they are always teaching you something new and they are usually pretty cute :)
I started working...
Angie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Angie was great! Our daughter was very happy when Angie visited and hung out with her! We were very happy Angie’s care, communication, and punctuality! "
Care member
Hi there! I am an elementary school teacher in the Acton-Boxborough School District. I have taught 2nd, 3rd, and now 5th and 6th grades in special education. I have over. 10 years of babysitting experience for children 0-14 years old and a few years of tutoring experience. Additionally, I have worked at two different preschool...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Elizabeth H.
Somerville, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have been babysitting professionally since I was 13. Throughout high school and college, I taught swim lessons, lifeguarded, and tutored students of all ages. Most recently I tutored organic chemistry in the fall. I graduated from college in 2023 with a degree in biomedical engineering, and I work as an engineer in the medical...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Hi, my name is Tammy and I am a bilingual educator who loves hanging out with children. They are so full of energy, curiosity, and a joy to be around. I have worked with children for the past 8 years in many different capacities, ranging from a camp counselor to daycare assistant, tutor, site coordinator, and teacher....
Tammy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hannah S.
Somerville, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Energetic, Experienced Babysitter Dedicated To Creating Fun, Safe Experiences For Children
Hi there! I'm Hannah, and I love spending time with kids! With over 13 years of babysitting/childcare experience, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from toddlers to pre-teens, as a teacher, camp counselor, and babysitter. My goal is to create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where kids can play, learn,...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Madison and I have been nannying for about 9 years now, varying ages from newborn to 13 years old. Throughout my 9 years experience of working with children, I have been a substitute teacher for grades K-4, a summer counselor, after school student aide, special education summer aide, tutor for elementary and...
Madison can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Natalia L.
Somerville, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I started out caring for my cousin in England. My aunt had just had her baby and my mom wanted me to have an experience abroad, learn a foreign language and responsibilities. I then went to England when I was 17 years old, took care of my infant cousin FULL TIME for one year and got paid for that so that I could learn how to use...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
have professional experience as a Health Specialist at Hospital . My background in psychology and health, and education (America Reads tutor) combined with my hands-on caregiving experience for kids 4 years and above equips me to provide exceptional care and support for children. I am passionate about a creative, fun and...
Aishwarya can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Somerville, MA
Esther J.
5.0
On time, full of enthusiasm and competence, and great with our 8 month old and 3 year old. We appreciate you, Esther!
- Care member
Madeline S.
5.0
Isabel is fantastic. I knew she was the right helper for us when I peeked into the yard and saw her next to my nine month old with her legs up in the next to her. She was timely, warm, focused on details and easy going. My daughter loved her, and we’d highly recommend her.
- Care member
Tanya H.
5.0
I highly recommend Tanya for any job working with children. She has been an excellent role model for my kids and a kind, nurturing babysitter. Tanya is not only excellent with children, she is also a responsible babysitter who remains calm in a crisis situations. She is a certified expert in first...
- Elizabeth C.
Jennifer M.
5.0
Amazing person connects with the kids very well and kids love her. Teaches the kids games and reading and songs. More than punctual always arrives an hour or earlier before time required. Very kind and polite. Caring loving ,very patient .would highly recommend.
- Hellen K.
Angie H.
5.0
Angie was great! Our daughter was very happy when Angie visited and hung out with her! We were very happy Angie’s care, communication, and punctuality!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Somerville, MA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Somerville, MA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Somerville, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $26.94 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 Somerville, MA?
Care.com currently has 47 reading tutors in Somerville, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Somerville 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 Somerville that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Somerville, MA?
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 Somerville 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 Somerville, MA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Somerville, MA, 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 Somerville, MA 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.
Ratings for Somerville, MA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Somerville, MA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.