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60 reading tutors are listed in Westwood, MA
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 7 years
Reading tutors in Westwood, MA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My goal is to provide a positive and successful educational tutoring experience for K-5 students. I love teaching children and helping them to grow in knowledge and the ability to solve problems. My strengths are asking questions to facilitate learning or encouraging students to overcome a challenge. Children thrive on positive...
Xiangyang C.
Brookline, MA
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced And Loving Babysitter Looking For Full-Time Opportunity
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Responsible babysitter with experience in early childhood education. Fluent in Mandarin, willing to teach Mandarin and Chinese culture. Skilled in creating educational and engaging activities while prioritizing children's safety. Enjoys cooking healthy food. Trusted by parents, affectionate toward all cared-for...
Xiangyang can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Julie was wonderful! She took great care of our baby and was able to jump in immediately to help. She was attentive to our baby's needs and very caring. Thank you so much, Julie! We are happy to have you back anytime!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Megan and I am a research tech who loves spending time and caring for kids. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 13 and have loved being able to continue outside my 9-5. Since graduating from Boston College in May 2022, I work in biomedical research at the Whitehead Institute in Cambridge. I am CPR/ First...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Megan to watch our children so we could have a night out. She was very sweet and patient with my children. She was understanding of my daughter's special needs, and she was able to get both kids to bed on time- which isn't an easy task! I highly recommend...
Jessica K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a nanny with 7 years, 30+ families & 75+ kids worth of experience.
As a Wellesley College student I have taken classes in neuroscience & anthropology-preparing me for all backgrounds & developmental abilities-& medical school one day!
I am both CPR certified & have worked as an EMT for 2 years responding to 911...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She was great! The kids had so much fun with her and was even asking if she was coming back the next day. Very polite and punctual. Would definitely hire her again."
Care member
3.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Erin. I'm 24 and I've been baby sitting and pet sitting for 9 years. I also taught as an assistant daycare teacher working with ages 2 month to 5 years old for a year. Until I switched to exclusively baby sitting and pet sitting while I go to school to get my associates degree. I also have a cat & dog of my own and...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"Erin was great with my kids. They enjoyed spending time with her. She let us down by giving us a 30 min heads up and put my husband and I with no one to babysit our kids. We liked Erin, but we will not be hiring her again!"
Olga B.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
With over 20 years of experience working with children from newborns to 8 years old, I bring a warm and dedicated approach to childcare. I am CPR and First Aid certified, fluent in both Spanish and English, and have extensive experience in family daycare settings, caring for children of multiple ages throughout the day. Managing...
Chantelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chantelle has been a terrific sitter for our 3 school aged children. She is always willing to help with the kids and around the house. Enthusiastic, energetic, and very reliable. "
Kara R.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a warm, patient, loving well educated caregiver and know how to manage a busy household. I have years of experience caring for infants through teenagers and pets. I enjoy playing games, reading, creating art and checking homework. Very flexible and happy to help with whatever you need including light cooking and cleaning,...
Joan can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Joan is such a wonderful caregiver for kids and dogs! She is dependable and sends updates which I really appreciate! We only leave our kids and pets in the care of Joan because she's the best! Always on time and always super positive and friendly. Thanks, Joan! We...
Shevaughn M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've tutored generally in Math and Science however I am also very proficient in English. I am a master's student attending Boston University and studying Biochemistry. I know what it takes to get a good score and I am very good at teaching difficult subjects and breaking the concepts down. From personal experience, I was not...
5.0
"She's an awesome Chemistry tutor and helped me get an A on my test the next day!"
Star P.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Lucy, and I just moved to Bed-Stuy in May after graduating from Barnard College with a degree in English and creative writing. I have 10 years of babysitting experience from toddlers to pre-teens and have also spent several summers as a performing and visual arts camp counselor for ages 7-15. I'm a creative and...
Lucy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Lucy was great to work with and our son really enjoyed his time with her. She worked with us for a few weeks helping with camp pick up and bringing him home 2 miles away. She was excellent at communicating with us, checking in and giving us updates, talking through...
Sarah H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a graduate with degrees in Mathematics, Gen Sci, and Education, I work as an educator for Boston Public Schools and spent a significant amount of time in post grad, working in various spaces to help students with everything from math problems to editing papers. The students I've worked with have earned strong grades. Many no...
5.0
"I Hired Lani a few weeks ago to Tutor my Daughter is Mostly Math. I have Never met Anyone so Caring, Patient and Really wanting to help My Daughter Thrive. I wish we found her sooner. She is a Gem,"
Amy M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been teaching Special Education at the Elementary school level for two years and LOVE working with children. I am looking for some extra work over the summer while school is out.
5.0
"I hired Kelly to assist me with improving my child's reading skills over the summer. Kelly was personable and competent. My child looked forward to their sessions. She was very helpful in assisting my child. I would recommend her to others and rehire her if the...
Dorothy P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a position in which I might support your family with childcare, tutoring and/or cooking. I have a Masters in Education with 30 years experience teaching 5-12-year-old children in schools and summer programs. My particular areas of skill are the language and visual arts. I spent many years as well caring...
Rachel S.
Dorchester, MA
$40-100/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher Offering Academic, Creative, And Performance Lessons
5.0
(2)
I earned my master's degree from Emerson College in Theatre Education. Priorly, I earned my bachelor's degree from Lebanon Valley College in English Literature and Secondary Education, where I graduated with departmental honors and Magna Cum Laude. I am certified to teach Theatre (all levels) and English (5th-12th) in the state...
5.0
"I had Rachel as a student teacher in my freshmen English class and she quickly became a favorite of mine. Although our actual English teacher wasn’t the kindest nor the most proficient at teaching and didn’t always give Rachel the most helpful resources to teach...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am certified in Advanced Child Care Training with Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED and as a Home Health Aide. I have been working with children since I was 15 years old. My experience includes caring for children from newborn to 12 years old as a teacher's aide, a nanny and a babysitter. I know how to prepare bottles with formula...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Excellent caregiver for our 1 year old boy!"
Michael C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Shreece & I hold a BA degree in Early Childhood Education.
My background in childcare ranges from taking care of my nieces and nephews, professional settings (infant toddler teacher) and nannying with occasional babysitting. (6+years).
The age range I've cared for started as young as 3 months and as old...
Shreece can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shreece did an excellent job taking care of our toddler. She was very professional and friendly and seemed very at ease with the logistics of taking care of a toddler. She checked in and maintained good communication. We're looking forward to working with Shreece...
Sarah G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a mom, have a BS in Early Childhood Education and have a portfolio to share that will include lots of written recommendations/references and other credentials. I have recently ended a 4 year childcare position for a lovely family who recently moved out of state.
Anyhow I know it's hard to weed through all of the...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"We had the pleasure of meeting Lisa shortly after our daughter was born summer 2018. We knew as soon as we sat down in person, she would be an excellent fit for our family.
We were incredibly impressed not only with her experience in childcare and preparedness...
Blake W.
Hello! I'm a K-12 math tutor and former high school mathematics teacher with a degree in Math for Secondary Education. I have had a few babysitting and tutoring jobs in the past few years. I am currently a law student in the area, so while my background is in math I can certainly help with English homework assignments as well. I...
Katarina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Miya P.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Young, Working Professional With 6+ Years Experience Working With Children Who's Available Weekends!
Hello! I graduated from Connecticut College with a double major in English and Government. I was also the captain of the Varsity Sailing Team and served as the team's DEI Specialist.
In my spare time, I like to create things! Over the summer, I taught myself how to crochet, and I also freelance art commissions from time to...
Miya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hi! My name is KellyAnne and I am a 23-year-old recent college grad looking for babysitting jobs as I apply for full-time work in my field of study. I love kids of all ages, and am excited to engage in activities like crafts, board games, going to the park (practicing social distancing measures), and reading with your kids! I...
Kellyanne can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
I am currently working for a nonprofit in Quincy MA while I pursue my masters degree in social work! Prior to my current position I taught 4th grade reading teacher for a public school in Jacksonville Florida . I also have experience working as a tutor and mentor for City Year. Prior to my move to Florida I was a daycare teacher...
Meghan can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Westwood, MA
Xiangyang C.
5.0
Xiangyang is really patient and she really loves playing with child. My son had a great time with her.
- Care member
Megan M.
5.0
We hired Megan to babysit our 2 year old couple of times. She was able to keep our toddler engaged in games and coloring for the time we were gone and was able to do his sleep routine to put him to bed on time.
- Megha G.
Alexandra K.
5.0
She was great! The kids had so much fun with her and was even asking if she was coming back the next day. Very polite and punctual. Would definitely hire her again.
- Care member
Erin F.
3.0
Erin was great with my kids. They enjoyed spending time with her. She let us down by giving us a 30 min heads up and put my husband and I with no one to babysit our kids. We liked Erin, but we will not be hiring her again!
- Olga B.
Chantelle C.
5.0
Very attentive and nurturing. Always teaches children self sufficiency skills
- Care member
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Westwood, MA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Westwood, MA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Westwood, MA on Care.com will cost an average of $18.33 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 Westwood, MA?
Care.com currently has 3 reading tutors in Westwood, MA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Westwood 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 Westwood that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Westwood, 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 Westwood 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 Westwood, MA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Westwood, 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 Westwood, 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.