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60 reading tutors are listed in Westwood, MA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 8 years
Reading tutors in Westwood, MA
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...
5.0
(13)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
As a career nanny with a Bachelor's in Child Psychology, I have a genuine passion for helping children learn and grow. My two years of experience at a Montessori School have deepened my love for creating environments where children can thrive. I especially enjoy nature walks, sensory play, and arts and crafts, which are among my...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rose was fantastic to work with and looking forward to hire her again to watch our 2 year old daughter. Thank you Rose!"
Care member
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...
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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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.
Rachel K.
Brookline, MA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Professional With A Degree In Social Work, And 4 Years Of Child Development Education!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Rachel! I am an elementary school librarian looking for a summer nanny positions and occasionally or one time babysitting opportunities. I have an experience with children birth- high school aged working as a teacher, social worker, and nanny. I have a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Library Science in...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Rachel is a wonderful sitter. My two younger children love the activities she plans for them. We always look forward to her coming over. "
Eleanor R.
Beth M.
Brighton, MA
$22-36/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Just move backed to the Boston area after 12 years working with children in Colorado. I worked in a small licensed daycare with infants 2 months to 3 years. I also babysat for many of the children including their older siblings (often times graduates of our program). Getting down on the floor with the kids, reading, doing simple...
Beth can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
" Beth was an Infant/Toddler teacher for my childcare program for six years. I highly recommend her for any childcare position. She was cheerful and pleasant and the children all adored her. She was always able to use her experience and knowledge about child...
Kathy R.
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Penelope N.
Dedham, MA
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Penelope, I am 58 years old and I live in Dedham. I have been a senior caregiver for 7 years and an elementary school teacher for 15 years. I am a caring compassionate mother, of two wonderful daughters, who are in college now. I am reliable, honest and responsible. Along with raising my own two daughters, I...
Penelope can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Gloria D.
West Roxbury, MA
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experience Babysitter Available Two or Three Days a Week.
I worked for an Early Intervention Program for seven years as a teacher assistant working with children with special needs, working with them on play therapy, art projects , reading books, etc. I have been a babysitter for almost two years for two wonderful families watching two kids ages 1, 2 and 4. I also have kids of my...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Meghan M.
Roslindale, MA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as fun hard-working and patient
I like working with kids because it's fun! I'm always learning from my students and it's rewarding to see them grow.
I've always worked with children! As a teenager, I was a babysitter, tutor , camp counselor
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my own child...
Meghan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Amelia M.
Dorchester, MA
$30-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
I'm a highly experienced and creative childcare provider with a passion for nurturing young minds. My 15 years of experience have taught me that every child is unique, so I tailor my approach to meet their individual needs. I'm skilled at encouraging children's creativity and imagination through play and educational activities....
Emily H.
Brookline, MA
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Recent Graduate Of Boston College, Experienced Babysitter And Nanny, Sports Enthusiast
I'd describe my personality as organized, creative, and kind.
I like working with kids because I had awesome opportunities when I was growing up with a nanny or babysitter to play games, spend time outside. I'm happy that I can now step into that role.
I'm looking for a job that allows me the flexibility to work alongside my...
I have cared for children from ages newborn-teen (15). I am available and willing to help out while parents are in the home, drive children to and from activities, or plan fun, age appropriate activities for children. I have over 20 years of childcare experience, and have cared for multiple children of differing ages. I am also...
Becky can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Marisa and I am a preschool teacher! I have experience working with children of all ages: infants through grades school! I love arts and crafts, reading, and being outside!
Marisa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Katherine D.
Roxbury, MA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a blilingual public school teacher with 5 years of education experience and 15 years working with children. I have experience tutoring in Spanish and providing instruction in Phonics, Reading, Math and Social Studies for grades K-6. I would look forward to working with your child either in your home or in the community.
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Hi! I'm a recent Bowdoin college graduate who's been babysitting since I was 15 years old. My responsibilities have included cooking, car transport, crafts, tutoring, and even ran my own soccer camp.
I love to read, craft, and be outside! I also am French and have experience tutoring English as a second language.
Maia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am Brighid and I am a first grade teacher in Boston.
I have been a full-time nanny for the past four summers for two families, caring for children between 2 months and 14 years. I also currently babysit for a family of five children (aged 3 to 12) part-time.
Previously, I worked with children as a tennis and reading...
Brighid can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Westwood, MA
Rose L.
5.0
Rose was fantastic to work with and looking forward to hire her again to watch our 2 year old daughter. Thank you Rose!
- Care member
Rachel S.
5.0
Rachel was my student teacher when I was in high school- she was engaging, enthusiastic, and creative. Her dedication and passion were evident through the work she did with my class.
- Care member
Shreece J.
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 again.
- Sarah G.
Lisa M.
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 for the interview, but also the...
- Blake W.
Rachel K.
5.0
Rachel is a wonderful care giver. Working with our 2year old, she was always attentive and encouraging. Rachel was always punctual and was helpful around the house. Our daughter was always excited to see Rachel open the door. They had fun together, but Rachel helped her grow so much at the same...
- Brian P.
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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 $21.25 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 Westwood, MA?
Care.com currently has 4 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.