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I have 8 years of experience teaching in different settings. I am currently helping families homeschool their children and providing private tutoring. I hold a degree in Special Education with endorsements in English and math. Educational support is a great way to help children and parents gain confidence. I am a vendor for the...
I have taken up to calculus in math and have tutored many peers in Algebra, Geometry, and even basic math.
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!
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.
I'd describe my personality as funny, kind, and caring
I like working with kids because I like making a positive impact on children and their families.
I'm looking for consistent or sporadic work babysitting, house sitting, pet sitting, and/or tutoring.
I started working with kids when I was in high school for a family...
Aiden can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Have been a substitute and full-time teacher. Before now did informal tutoring after school and during planning periods.
I am a 35-year-old female, college educated, who loves kids. I have worked in the care giving industry for almost 10 years now. I have also most recently headed the art program at an all girls camp and I've been a theatre educator working with children and adults. My experience is with children ages newborn to 13 and I've worked...
Jenny can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am a mom and teacher with a heart for kids and families. I have 30 plus years experience as a camp counselor, Christian educator, Elementary school teacher, preschool teacher and mom. I am active fun and love children and learning!
Ashley R.
Portsmouth, VA
$15-20/hr
My experience is teaching Prek-5th grade. I played the violin growing up and my favorite subject is history! I can help with any common core subjects for elementary students.
Hello! My name is Lauren and I just graduated from UVA with a degree in Elementary Education! I am in the Hampton Roads area for the first half of the summer until I move back to Charlottesville to be a 1st-grade teacher this fall. I just completed my student-teaching in 1st and 5th grade classrooms this school year, teaching,...
Ashley H.
Rescue, VA
$14-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello and thanks for taking the time to read. I know this area is saturated with people offering childcare. So why choose me? First and foremost my prices are fair I don't do this for the money I do it because it's hard out here and parents have to be away from home in order to provide in this economy. Children need someone...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
I have my master's degree in elementary education pk-6. I taught kindergarten for a year. Taking a step back from the classroom for now, but would enjoy tutoring.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have my Bachelor's in English, Language Arts 6-12 and Master's of Education. Both were obtained from Christopher Newport University in Newport News, VA. I taught 7th grade English for 2 years in Virginia and then moved to Mandeville, LA where I taught reading and writing to grades 6-8. I have my postgraduate teaching...
I have a Bachelor's in Music Education and Vocal Performance, with classroom hours and K-12 tutoring completed as a part of my degree requirements. I have individually tutored students grades K-8, in core subjects such as English, Science, and elementary level math. I also offer private vocal instruction and beginning piano.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Montessori trained and MA licensed teacher working in Haverhill, Ma. I teach all subjects to 4th, 5th, and 6th graders. I love teaching math, writing, science, and reading. I have experience working with children ages 2-15 either in a school or camp setting. I enjoy creative projects, being outside, cooking, baking and...
Leset can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Leset has been coming over for babysitting my toddler and she was great. She is a Montessori elementary school teacher so she knows how to guide play time with teachable moments. I have been using Leset for week day date nights and occasionally during the day on...
Sonja M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name's Dominique! I'm 26 years old & I was born and raised in Hampton Roads. I have a total of 6 years of childcare experience ranging from teaching programs at the Youth camp, to being a preschool teacher in a 2yo class, to being a nanny. I have worked with children ranging from 6 weeks old to 11 years old. I am...
Dominique can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dominique has been such great help and such a lovely person. My girls adore her and I can see how much they enjoy being around her. They light up when I mention she'll be stopping by. She's been so helpful with school work and keeping my girls on a schedule. I...
Carolina R.
Debra C.
Newport News, VA
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available for Weeknights and Weekend Babysitting Jobs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I was born in Portsmouth, Virginia where Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is located. My father served in the armed forces as a Naval Officer for 30 years and my mother was a homemaker for my two younger brothers, one older sister and myself. I graduated from high school in Virginia and later moved to Texas where I was married. I...
Debra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She still works for us and we love her!"
Mandi R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a fun-loving, creative, calm, organized person whose calling in life is to help people in any way I can. I love to play, read, write, sing, teach, cook, clean, laugh, and have fun, while teaching boundaries, emotional regulation, life skills, empathy, and all sorts of academic skills. I am the ultimate big sis - I...
Charity can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"It was a joy to have Charity watch our two children. She is a good communicator, friendly, and dependable. And our children enjoyed their time as well! Can't wait to use her again for our next night out."
Whitney R.
5.0
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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I have my Master's Degree and 17 years of experience teaching in all subjects. I am experienced in teaching all core subjects: Math, Science, English and History. I enjoy making learning fun and interesting. I do tutoring, homework help, test prep, and study skills. My rates are negotiable, depending on the services you require....
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"As the mother of child with special needs (i.e., ADHD, ODD & Severe General Anxiety Disorder, along with Dysgraphia and moderate emotional problems, I know that Sam was given to me by Divine intervention. I could not ask for a better mentor, not only in a...
Deborah H.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Suffolk, VA
Leset S.
5.0
We hired Leset to watch our kids (5 year old and baby) and she is reliable, kind, and incredibly patient. The kids had a blast playing with her and we are grateful for her time. We look forward to having her again!
- Lindsey P.
Dominique R.
5.0
Dominique has been such great help and such a lovely person. My girls adore her and I can see how much they enjoy being around her. They light up when I mention she'll be stopping by. She's been so helpful with school work and keeping my girls on a schedule. I absolutely recommend her if you're...
- Carolina R.
Debra C.
5.0
She still works for us and we love her!
- Mandi R.
Charity N.
5.0
First time getting a babysitter. Charity connected instantly with our 4 y/o shy daughter. She had a hard time when I was leaving but Charity handled it amazing and provide her with emotional support! My daughter now loves her! Recommend her 100%
- Rafael G.
Samuel H.
5.0
He is an excellent tutor. He has tutored my high school-aged son for almost two years and has helped him to excel. I highly recommend him.
- Patricia L.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Suffolk, VA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Suffolk, VA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Suffolk, VA on Care.com will cost an average of $16.00 per hour as of February 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 Suffolk, VA?
Care.com currently has 6 reading tutors in Suffolk, VA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Suffolk 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 Suffolk that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Suffolk, 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 Suffolk 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 Suffolk, VA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Suffolk, 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 Suffolk, 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.