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Hello! I am a third year triple major in college. I major in sociology, criminology, and political science. I have maintained an overall 3. 8 average throughout college. I am also a supplementary instructor for Introduction to Statistics. This entails creating one hour lessons a week to help students currently enrolled in the...
Hello! Thank you so much for taking the time to view my profile! I am currently a 1st grade teacher here in WNY. I graduated with my bachelors degree in May of 2022 and my masters degree in August of 2023! I have a strong passion for learning and love to do so through play! I am a big animal lover and enjoy spending time...
I have been an educator for over 30 years. I am a high school and College Professor. I have tutored children with reading and simple Math. I have a strong Grammar background. I have degrees in Theology but I have assisted new immigrants and refugees with their English.
Hi!! I am currently an elementary reading teacher looking to help out some families this school year with reading help! I am also certified in grades Birth-6th, so I can help out in other areas too!
I'd describe my personality as funny, outgoing, and caring.
It has always been my dream job to be a teacher and now I am! It's...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been in childcare for over 27 years, I also worked with autistic children. I had my own licensed daycare for 17 years and taught preschool. Some activities I enjoy doing with children are reading, arts and crafts, cooking, singing, and spending time outdoors. I also have experience cleaning. I have 8 years experience as a...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"She is an asset and loves what she does "
Felicia D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Former daycare infant lead teacher, nanny, and live-in au pair turned birth and postpartum doula! A doula is a professional support person for parents going through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
*** I'm currently available for birth support, overnight doula support, as well as date night babysitting (one slot) ***
My...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie was our summer Nanny for our 3 children for 3 years from 2013, as well as for many date nights and shorter school vacation breaks, and she has been super! Our family adores Jamie and I would highly recommend her as a babysitter/nanny. We have known Jamie...
Zendi F.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I've taught reading, math, and art the last 10 years. I work with kids ages 2-6 but also experience with infants and middle schoolers. I am filled up Monday-Friday 10-4 p.m. I'm available evening or weekends or holidays when schools are closed. Start at 26/hr. I also provide behavior help.
My focus is humor, positivity,...
Whitney can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"I hired Whitney M. in November 2013. Like others on this site,Whitney has a graduate degree in Education and a lot of babysitting experience, but was looking for part-time work with children which she could do along with school. As a result, she was hugely...
Pete V.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My child care philosophy is to provide a nurturing and loving atmosphere with as many learning opportunities as possible. I love to watch children experience new things and learn and grow in the process.
I have worked with children for over 20 years. My education includes a BSW from Buffalo State College. I worked with teen...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amy has been great with our almost 2 year old twins. She spends quality time with the kids. She reads to them, does arts and crafts and spends lots of time outdoors. Our twins love her too."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a sixth year teacher in Buffalo. I have enjoyed years of babysitting and nannying for friends in my community and church. As the oldest sister of 6 and a teacher, I have lots of experience with children of all ages! I love reading and spending time outside and believe both are important for children's development.
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Kara has been great as a 1st grade reading tutor for my son. She is kind and patient and has a good rapport with my son. She is very organized, comes prepared with ideas of what to work on with him, and always shows up when she says she will! "
Care member
5.0
(2)
I am a full time teacher, with flexible availability. 1 on 1 tutoring avail. My focus is early phonics and literacy, math (early foundations - high school), and behavior training involving family and child.
I focus on modeling positive behavior and academic strategies in order to help guide children to gain skills and feel...
5.0
"Whitney has tutored my daughter since the start of Covid. She is great with my daughter and very professional. They have developed a wonderful relationship and my daughter has improved greatly in all areas, especially reading. With Whitney's help, my daughter went...
Lisa N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, enthusiastic and creative.
I like working with kids because they are like little sponges, always ready and learn and grow. They ask the most interesting questions, and are excited to experience the world because everything is new to them.
I started working with kids when I was in...
Meredith can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Susanne W.
Buffalo, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Susanne. I have 2 grown sons 32/30 both are married. My oldest son is Deaf therefore, I know sign language. I have been working in the medical fields since 1983. I am certified in CPR, First Aid, I was a Certified Nursing & Dental Assistant. I have worked in Nursing homes, hospitals, offices & love caring for...
Susanne can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Susanne is the sweetest, kindest, most warm-hearted person we have worked with. She laughs with my daughter and goes around creating people with a huge grin! She brings beautiful framed photos of my daughter. Susanne is a treasure!"
Shoshanna Z.
5.0
(1)
Happy Summer! I am a retired elementary school teacher with vast experience in working with special education students of all abilities. If you are interested in keeping some academics going this summer, I would love to help your child and you to maintain learning over the warm months. My schedule is flexible and ready for some...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of other individuals for most of my work life. I started out as a teachers aide taking care of children 5-10 years old for a year. Now, I take care of adults with disabilities. My current job is being a supervisor for my current group home so I have an idea of how a home is run. I learned how to cook,...
Argenis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Argenis was very good with my little ones. He followed the routine and they had fun with him! "
Delia D.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a special education teacher certified to teach kids of all ages and subjects. I have been teaching for 23 years. I am a mom of two. I own a private tutoring company; TopNotch Tutoring, and my specialty is math and reading however, I can handle science and social studies. Former Director of Education at Sylvan Leaning.
Lori can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
speaks 4 languages / cooks, great with kids, fun, help kids with homework, likes to go out for walks.
Plamedie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Erin W.
Buffalo, NY
$22-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi! I am a certified teacher with a Master's degree in Literacy. I have 8+ years of CPR/AED and life guarding certification, with the ability to teach swim lessons. I can tutor in K-6 subjects as well as any household duties. I love children and have worked with them for a decade in various roles. I am currently a fifth grade...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hey! I'm a preschool teacher, and I adore messy play and being outside. I've taught for over 10 years, working with kids from two months to 12 years old. I live in Cheektowaga with my husky and cat, and when I'm not working, you'll find me reading or exploring nature. I love the outdoors! Hope to hear from you soon!
Alicia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
I am currently studying History Education at the University at Buffalo with a minor in Psychology. I have had previous experience in tutoring History and English education at the middle and High School levels. I like to engage with students in a light hearted and stress free manner that encourages healthy learning.
I currently have a bachelor's degree in childhood education with a concentration in mathematics, as well as a grade 7-9 math extension. I currently am working at a school as a 7th grade math teacher.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Tonawanda, NY
Linda L.
5.0
Linda is wonderful with our 11 year old son who has autism. So patient, kind and dependable. She has so much empathy for our family. We are so fortunate to have her working with our family. We just love her!
- Kimberly D.
Jamie Y.
5.0
Jamie is a wonderful nanny! She has been with us for over 6 months and we would highly recommend her. She is engaging, loving and attentive to our high-energy one year old. Jamie has been with our family through various milestones and transitions. She showed encouragement and confidence with Baby...
- Stephanie S.
Whitney M.
4.0
Whitney is very creative and loves kids
She comes up with different ways to keep kids busy and entertained
- Shama G.
Amy L.
5.0
Amy is a caring, thoughtful and creative caregiver. Always finding different ways to engage with my sister in her Alzheimer’s journey.
- Care member
Kara S.
5.0
Kara has been great as a 1st grade reading tutor for my son. She is kind and patient and has a good rapport with my son. She is very organized, comes prepared with ideas of what to work on with him, and always shows up when she says she will!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Tonawanda, NY
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Tonawanda, NY?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Tonawanda, NY on Care.com will cost an average of $18.25 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 Tonawanda, NY?
Care.com currently has 4 reading tutors in Tonawanda, NY. You can search for candidates by their distance from Tonawanda 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 Tonawanda that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Tonawanda, NY?
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 Tonawanda 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 Tonawanda, NY?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Tonawanda, NY, 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 Tonawanda, NY 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.