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60 reading tutors are listed in Walnut Creek, CA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 8 years
Reading tutors in Walnut Creek, CA
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with children in multiple positions including working as a nanny, day care provider, summer camp counselor and babysitter. I understand children very well and enjoy discovering their personal characteristics in order to better provide for them. It is extremely rewarding for me to watch a child learn and grow under...
Thalia D.
Concord, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Thalia, a Psychology student with a passion for childcare. With 5 years of experience as a babysitter, I've had the joy of caring for children from newborns to middle school age. I love engaging in fun activities like playtime, reading, music, dance, and conversation. I'm also happy to assist with homework and teach...
Thalia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Thalia took care of my 10year old and 3year old. Sometimes their age gap can be challenging but she handled it very well and made sure each kids had her attention. She is up beat and always laughing! She helped my oldest with homework daily, and she was SUPER...
Care member
Ana W.
Danville, CA
$17-25/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have helped kids with their homework when I babysat them.
Atusa A.
Oakland, CA
$50-100/hr • 10 yrs exp
FUN Tutor & Coach: ALL SUBJECTS + Test Prep (PSAT, SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT) + Executive Functioning
5.0
(10)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a UC Berkeley graduate with a BA in Psychology, I have been successfully working with students of all ages and developmental backgrounds since 2003.
I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Reading, Writing and Comprehension as well essential critical thinking and executive functioning skills which are prerequisites for...
5.0
"She is flexible with scheduling, Reliable, and extremely knowledgeable of course material. My girls are more confident in their in class since working with Atusa."
Erick G.
Natalie S.
Martinez, CA
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Natalie S., & I'm 26 years old. I have been working with children for about 12 years. I started off as a babysitter for neighbors. I worked with school age children in an after school daycare center on elementary school campuses in two different locations. I then became a preschool teacher for a couple of...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie was a nanny for our family and continues to babysit regularly. Our girls adore her, and get excited to see her when she watches them. Natalie is flexible, responsible, and communicates clearly."
Ashley S.
Heven K.
Oakland, CA
$30-60/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a graduate student pursuing my second Master's degree. With 6 years of dedicated childcare experience, I have cared for children of various ages and needs:
Provided full-time care for an infant from 3 months through toddlerhood (2. 5 years)
Nurtured twins from 4 months to 3 years old
Supported elementary school siblings...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm nathalie i'm very excited to meet you , I have 9years of experience in taking care of kids from newborn to 6-years-old I have experienced taking care of twins from newborn to toddlers. I aIso have aupair experience trained and certified, I am certified with CPR (Infant-kids) and first Aid training and recertify every...
Nathalie Mae can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Nathalie was so friendly and kind with our two year old. It was his first experience with a babysitter and she was wonderful working with him, reading books, playing games, etc. Would definitely hire again!"
Megan M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Lorena, 41, Bilingual, Spanish. Former Spanish teacher in the Bay Area, K- 8th, for over 10 years, and 5 extra years in my country of origin, Ecuador. I also have 7+ years of nanny experience in the Bay Area.
I have a clean driving record and glowing references. Fully vaccinated against Covid.
I love reading,...
Lorena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Lorena is a very thoughtful, knowledgeable, and experienced caregiver. She was with our son when he was a baby and helped us tremendously."
Jennifer W.
Kaitlin D.
Martinez, CA
$60/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(20)
Hired by 35 families in your neighborhood
**Advertised rate reflects overnight newborn care**
Hi! I'm Kate, a certified elementary teacher & NCS. In 2018, I graduated with my bachelor's degree in elementary and special education. I continued my studies and completed my master's degree in childhood and adolescent literacy to become a reading specialist in 2020. I exited...
Kaitlin can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Kate for our first date night in a long time and everything went great! Our kids (7 and 3) reported they had a lot of fun. Will hopefully be working with her again soon."
Sherri And Mike M.
Ngai M.
Concord, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I have been working with children for 4 years now I started with my own babysitting and child transportation for before and after school with neighborhood children and family friends children in 2019. In 2021 I then started working in a daycare for children ages 2-6 where I went from teachers aide to head teacher for 2-3...
Ngai can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Cory S.
Oakland, CA
$35-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello there! I have 8+ years of experience working with children and teaching. I am most passionate about teaching Spanish, Ecology, Biology, and Environmental Science, but I also enjoy English/Literature and Math. I have a diverse educational background and would love to help your children succeed academically. During my final...
5.0
"Great teacher, gave my children confidence and motivation to writing on their own."
Nicole C.
Reina P.
Concord, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
My name is Reina . I'm 32 years old I been Married 11 years ago , I have a daughter 8 years old I have 10 year experience working with, newborns, infants and toddlers,. I absolutely love to look after babies and toddlers, I enjoy take babies on walks to the park , I love reading books, teaching ABC. numbers , colors and shapes....
Reina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Reina cared for our then five month old son for a three month stint and was absolutely phenomenal. She was always prompt and went above and beyond to be helpful. She was engaging, very careful and super attentive with our son. He loved playing with her. She even...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hi there! I'm currently unavailable. Caring for my elderly grandparents. At this time.
I'm Jessi, 36 years old with a 6 and 11-year-old. I've been taking care of children since I was 12. At 17 I started working in a child care center. I worked with every age group but then settled in as the infant room head teacher. I also took...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"You are incredibly lucky if you can have Jessi take care and be a part of your family!
Jessi was our nanny for our two kids under 5 for three years (including during the pandemic). She is caring, attentive, incredibly creative, and an excellent role...
Ashley G.
5.0
(3)
Hello!
If you would like assistance in improving your child's reading, writing, math or musical skills... You've found the right person! I have been tutoring all levels of students for over 15 years and can give your child the savoir-faire to excel in their classes and to improve their overall knowledge.
Skilled in assisting...
5.0
"Hope has really helped my 7-year old gain so much confidence with his reading and comprehension. She is reliable and communicates proactively. She has been great to work with."
Sarah T.
4.7
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a creative, fun, animal-friendly, active, vaccinated, and degreed educator with over 20 years of teaching experience, and four plus years of professional nanny experience. I have been with my current family since March of 2019, taking care of two girls who were 20 months and 3 years old respectively when I started. I live...
Rae can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
4.0
"Professional, reliable, knowledgeable about autism and behaviors. "
Karen D.
Vitoria D.
Concord, CA
$30-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi There I'm Vitoria, I'm 21 Years Old, And I Absolutely Love Kids! I Study Early Childhood Ed.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Vitoria, I'm 23 years old and I absolutely love kids! I have an Early Childhood Ed. and Child Development Associates Degree, and I am currently working on my Bachelor's as well! I am from Brazil, so I am fluent in Portuguese, and English, which is my second language! I love reading and elaborating new...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Vitoria is just wonderful and I am so glad we found her for our 6 year old daughter. She has a very warm and kind personality and is 100% attentive with H. They play games, read books, and go on little adventures around the neighborhood to the park or her school. I...
Caitlin S.
Olinda L.
Concord, CA
$30-46/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I considered myself very lovely and very responsible. I have a lot of patience and I love to take care of children. With my current family we normally take trips to the park, go for walks, go to the library to read books, and I even teach the children some Spanish. I can even organize the house whenever there is down time. I...
Olinda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Olinda is an angel and the most amazing nanny we could ever have imagined. She is a part of our family and will always be! She is punctual, never misses days, very patient, adventurous, a wonderful educator, gets on the floor with our two year old and is constantly...
Katie O.
Sara S.
Martinez, CA
$32-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Loving And Experienced Childcare Worker With 6+ Years Experience.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Sara :)
About me:
I'm an experienced childcare worker of 8 years from Martinez! I have worked with children ages 4 months to teens and aside from nannying, have volunteered in nurseries and was previously employed at a day care.
I supply a fun atmosphere while being sure to meet disciplinary and educational goals for...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Sara is awesome! She's cared for our daughter (now 15 months) for the past year. Sara has all of the foundational attributes you'd want in a caregiver -- she's patient, kind, responsible, trustworthy and has lots of experience with kids. But she goes above and...
Jennifer P.
5.0
(2)
Dear Parents, I am a natural when it comes to teaching as I readily engage students. I pay attention to how each student learns best to discern strategies that work. Students learn best when the process is engaging, meaningful and fun. I have spent much time as a credentialed teacher at the elementary, middle, high and college...
5.0
"I highly recommend Lynn Z. as a tutor.
I hired Lynn as a private tutor for my two daughters (fourth
and first graders, respectively) online here at Care.com.
The interview process was impressive and noteworthy. Lynn exceeded all our
prerequisites in regards...
Jerry J.
Hi! My name is Sarah and I have worked with children most of my adult life. As a substitute teacher, English language tutor, early literacy proctor, and reading tutor, I work with children of all ages. I am patient, kind, enthusiastic, always happy to get down and play or curl up and read a good book with a child. I am...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Walnut Creek, CA
Thalia D.
5.0
My grandchildren had a amazing time with Thalia
She is flexible, always on time and very caring when attending the children’s needs. Highly recommend her childcare services!
- Care member
Atusa A.
5.0
We love Atusa. Our 4-year-old is learning English as a second language and Atusa was very professional and approached things in a methodical fashion; at the same time, she was incredibly warm to N. N. had a lot of fun working with Atusa and she still says she misses her. We were just saying we wish...
- Tanja D.
Natalie S.
5.0
Natalie was a nanny for our family and continues to babysit regularly. Our girls adore her, and get excited to see her when she watches them. Natalie is flexible, responsible, and communicates clearly.
- Ashley S.
Nathalie Mae A.
5.0
A wonderful addition to our household and we and our children love working with her! She has been a total pleasure to work with and is very caring, responsible, pro active and professional.
- Care member
Lorena D.
5.0
Lorena is an absolute gem, and any family to have her help is lucky! We hired Lorena as a teacher/childcare provider for our six-year olds during almost an entire year of distance learning. She managed our pod of 4 boys from 8:30 - 2:30, and she created an environment that was both fun and...
- Andi B.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Walnut Creek, CA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Walnut Creek, CA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Walnut Creek, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $27.38 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 Walnut Creek, CA?
Care.com currently has 13 reading tutors in Walnut Creek, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Walnut Creek, CA?
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 Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek, CA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Walnut Creek, CA, 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 Walnut Creek, CA 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 Walnut Creek, CA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Walnut Creek, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.