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I'd describe my personality as bubbly, caring and funny. I love cars, trucks. And I love to build forts and I love makeup and skincare and boy bands. I like working with kids because I think they are funny, they do a lot of crazy and interesting stuff. I'm looking for a job that is welcoming and supportive and willing to help me...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been an educator for 31 years and I have taught children in grades 2-8. I am looking for some tutoring work during the summer months. (could possibly go longer) I have tutored many children in a variety of subjects.
Josefa T.
Tacoma, WA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm Very Professional And Will Provide Exceptional Care For Your Children.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of 4 wonderful boys who are all grown up with ages ranging from 16 to 25 years old and love to be around children who are in need of my attention and loving support.
I have experience in early childhood education teaching up to 20 children in a classroom environment.
I'd describe my personality as fun, friendly,...
Josefa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I'd describe my personality as persevering, sincere and compassionate
I like working with kids because in the first years of life, it is where children learn more easily, by integrating activities based on play, music, art and the love of reading, they will allow the development of capacities and skills, security, self-esteem...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Gabrielle T.
Tacoma, WA
$39/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun, kind, thoughtful.
I like working with kids because they teach me how to be more present and have fun in life.
I'm looking for a job that works well for the me and more importantly the child and their family.
I started working with kids when I was in highschool.
In my spare time, I like to...
Gabrielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Dawn A.
Fox Island, WA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 50 years old and have been working with children since the age of 12. Babysitting, working and teaching at a daycare, helping children feel comfortable in the dental office, and volunteering at an orphanage in Calcutta, India.
Children have always been a big part of my life. I have my own set of twins which has been a joy...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I worked at Northeast Elementary for a year helping groups of 4-6 children improve their reading skills. We would partake in reading books, reading activities, spelling, word definitions and anything else the children needed support in.
Tutor with experience in psychology, writing, English, language arts, biology, and anatomy.
I believe in evidence-based practices and strive to create a positive, welcoming learning environment.
Hello! My name is Kate, and I live on the Gig Harbor area. During the week I work with students who have special needs as a pediatric occupational therapy practitioner for a local school district, and in an outpatient pediatric clinic over summer breaks. Prior to becoming an OT practitioner, I was a career nanny for 20+ years,...
Kate can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have been working in childcare for the past nine years. My experience started in a daycare as a teacher, and I started nannying shortly after! I have worked with children of all ages, and have experience caring for multiples as well as children with special needs. As an employee I am punctual, clean, and reliable. As a nanny,...
Becky can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I graduated from California Lutheran University with my Bachelor's degree in Communication and am currently in graduate school pursuing a Master's in Elementary Education. I am also in my second year of teaching Pre-K.
Thank you for checking out my profile! My name is Chelsea, I am 35 years old and I have more than 15 years of experience raising and caring for children of all ages. Previously I worked as a full time nanny for an amazing family with 2 kids ages 1&3. As a teenager I worked as a nanny and as an assistant pre school teacher. I...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Hey! I'm Sam, I am currently a student at CWU studying sociology with a minor in psychology with a GPA of 3. 9. I have an associates degree from Wenatchee Valley College and expirience tutoring both high school and elementary kids, mostly as volunteer work. My favorite subject is math and obviously any social classes but I'm...
Hayley P.
Lakewood, WA
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello my name is Hayley , I have 3 years experience working with children ages 1-10. I've worked in a kindergarten class in the past but currently, I am working at a daycare as a lead teacher in a preschool classroom. I love outside time, arts and crafts, reading and helping with skills like math when needed. I have my own...
Hayley can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Megan B.
Tacoma, WA
$25-40/hr • 7 yrs exp
Adaptive Tutor And Child Care Provider - School Psych Grad Student
Hello! I'm Megan, and I live in Tacoma with my husband and our three pets. I my Bachelor's in Journalism and PR in 2016 and spent a little over six years in the eCommerce and tech industry as a business and marketing consultant. I'm currently making a career shift and attending UW-Tacoma for a graduate degree in School...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a hands-on, child-centered educator who loves to do crafts, read books, nurture a child's imagination, and rock a baby to sleep. After successfully launching my two homeschooled children, I have continued to be an educator and caregiver. I have recently cared for two infants and have excellent references available from both...
Denine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
I have a lot of experience babysitting; infants to tweens with varying numbers of kids at a time. I am also a teacher so I am equipped to tutor students in grades K-6.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a state certified teacher. I spent a couple of years substitute teaching and tutoring students while obtaining my teaching degree. I currently teach 6th grade ELA. I have experience working with all grade levels and a variety of subjects as well as AP/SAT test prep. Hope I can help!
Bethany M.
Lakewood, WA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have tutored one-on-one or in small groups in years past through Kid Reach or friends working with their kids. I currently am a teacher with over 15 years of experience working with a whole class, small groups, and one-on-one differentiating instruction to meet the various needs of the learners I work with. I have also taught...
Abby R.
Tacoma, WA
$15-20/hr
I am a certified elementary teacher with experience tutoring in grades K-9. I am familiar with elementary level curriculum, state and national standards, as well as standardized tests.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in University Place, WA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in University Place, WA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in University Place, WA on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of March 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 University Place, WA?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in University Place, WA. You can search for candidates by their distance from University Place 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 University Place that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in University Place, WA?
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 University Place 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 University Place, WA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in University Place, WA, 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 University Place, WA 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.