Find Trusted Reading Tutors Near Me in Philadelphia, PA
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356 reading tutors are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average rate is $21/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA
Rachel W.
Philadelphia, PA
$21-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Rachel - Elementary/Middle School Reading/Writing Tutor
I am a PA certified teacher for grades 4-8 and would love to help your child develop their reading, writing, and/or math skills! I'm passionate about engaging students and making learning fun! I currently have eight years of experience teaching elementary/middle school.
I am willing to make my teaching certification and/or...
Hello! I am a Reading Specialist at a K-8 Philadelphia charter school, where I work with students in K-3 to improve their literacy skills. I have a recent M. Ed. in human development, education, and literacy. I love building warm, positive relationships with students and supporting them as they persevere through whatever is...
In high school I was a member of National Honor Society and one of our duties was to provide tutoring services to all high school and middle school students. I am most comfortable with reading and writing, but I can also help with math classes up through Calculus I as well as any social studies class.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have tutored my younger sister in many subjects such as math reading and writing. I can also help with learning Spanish.
Hello! I am passionate about helping students learn and grow academically, socially, and emotionally. I have 8+ years of experience working with children ages 6 months-10 years. Prior to graduating college, I worked at a child development center. For the past 6 years, I have been teaching reading, writing, math, science, and...
I adore being around kids. My brother is 11 years younger than me so I've been responsible for children since I was 11. I feel that children require more understanding than discipline. They need encouragement and patience.
Currently I am attending CCP to earn a degree in teaching the middle grades. I worked at a science summer...
Makiya can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I teach fourth grade, but have also had experience teaching 3rd grade, pre-k and first grade. I'm comfortable with all subjects, though my favorite to teach is math. That common core can be tricky for kids!
5.0
"Julie is an excellent teacher and a role model for kids. She is very professional, patient and focused. She manages to create an atmosphere of trust and focus on the subject at hand."
Vera S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Alexis. I'm 27 and I have moved around a lot in my short life--even to Buenos Aires! Moving has led me to have various jobs and trades. With my Bachelor's degree, I taught English in Philadelphia for years to refugees, immigrants and students. Through care. com, I began caring for a young man with autism 2020-end of...
5.0
"Alexis is a responsible, dedicated, and caring person. She is very quick to respond, showed outstanding communication, and is flexible and understanding."
Irene W.
Meaghan K.
Philadelphia, PA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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4th Year Medical Student who has many years of science background. Experience includes being a TA/Tutor in Chemistry in college as well as tutoring middle school children in all subjects during my High School years.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience in and out of the classroom. I am currently a social skills teacher for grades K - 8. I have also taught reading, writing, math, and spelling to elementary aged students.
In my teaching career I have worked with...
5.0
"I so appreciate Yuan coming into our lives. She's been truly helpful, organized, and honest. She's been on target with the supports that she has been providing my daughter over the past couple of months. Her communication has always been timely and helpful. I would...
Stacy T.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Molly, and I am a 22-year-old recent graduate of Wesleyan University with a degree in Psychology and Education. In the Fall, I will be starting a Master's in Social Work program at the University of Pennsylvania with a specialization in Child Wellbeing and Welfare. I have been tutoring children ages 5 - 13 in...
5.0
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I'm a recent graduate of Brown University looking for tutoring jobs. I'm patient, reliable, and flexible. I'm a firm believer in positive reinforcement and creative problem-solving.
In college, I tutored high school students in environmental science and while completing a fellowship for the Schuylkill Center for Environmental...
5.0
"Dylan is an amazing babysitter and tutor. She cares for my 9 year old daughter while I am out running errands with my 8 month old son. She picks my daughter up from school, helps with her homework and feeds her dinner and snacks. Dylan is a wonderful math tutor,...
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5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Over 15 years Teaching and Leadership Experience.
Ready to enrich lessons, and/or provide specific instruction in most subjects, however English Language Arts is my area of expertise.
With the uncertainty of the future school year, and what our children lost during 2020, I'll provide what they need to catch up, continue on...
Colleen C.
Philadelphia, PA
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
College Graduate W Instructing And Babysitting Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm currently a full-time special education support teacher for autistic and intellectually impaired K-5 kids and am looking for some work until the school year starts back up! In that position, I teach a social skills class, help with reading and math in small groups, and help create a safe and accepting environment for all...
5.0
"She is a great tutor and helped our son a great deal through his virtual learning."
Gabrielle L.
Shefali B.
Philadelphia, PA
$35-51/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have close to 3 years of experience in tutoring and I also have a masters in biomedical sciences. I have tutored topics such as biology, chemistry, algebra, and others. I have worked with a wide age range of students and enjoy helping others learn.
I am a certified tutor in over 15 subjects and have been teaching for over 17 years as a substitute and permanent teacher. I am currently a Substitute Teacher in elementary education. I am also a former Business Instructor who taught adults and was a Director of Education until the school closed.
I work at Villanova as a Writing Center tutor. In this position, I teach students how to edit their own papers. I also teach students the foundation of writing college essays. I focus on grammar, structure, and quality of content. Unofficially, I have taught students how to write their college admission essays and have helped...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a rising senior at USC currently working from my home in Devon, PA. I worked as a volunteer peer tutor through my last two years of high school, interned at a local elementary school, and have led multiple peer study groups during my time in college. I would love to chat and see where I could be of service to a...
I am 24 years old and right out of college with a political science degree and a focus in linguistics as well. Unfortunately, I did not know I wanted to pursue education until later in my college career so I do not have as many qualifications as others, but I am currently working on getting experience to become a certified...
Erin M.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am an Honors Program sophomore student at Arcadia University with a 3. 9 GPA. I am studying History and English! I have many years of experience tutoring elementary and middle school students. I genuinely enjoy seeing children succeed! Have a medical condition that prevents me from being fully vaxxed. Will mask if requested.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Philadelphia, PA
Julie F.
5.0
Julie is an excellent teacher and a role model for kids. She is very professional, patient and focused. She manages to create an atmosphere of trust and focus on the subject at hand.
- Vera S.
Alexis S.
5.0
Alexis is a great tutor. she is punctual, dedicated with great communication.she has great knowledge in many languages, she is a tutor for me English and Spanish languages. allover she is great teacher. thanks Alexis
- Care member
Yuan T.
5.0
I so appreciate Yuan coming into our lives. She's been truly helpful, organized, and honest. She's been on target with the supports that she has been providing my daughter over the past couple of months. Her communication has always been timely and helpful. I would truly recommend her.
- Stacy T.
Dylan L.
5.0
Dylan is an amazing babysitter and tutor. She cares for my 9 year old daughter while I am out running errands with my 8 month old son. She picks my daughter up from school, helps with her homework and feeds her dinner and snacks. Dylan is a wonderful math tutor, She explains things very well and...
- Care member
Colleen C.
5.0
She is a great tutor and helped our son a great deal through his virtual learning.
- Gabrielle L.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Philadelphia, PA?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Philadelphia, PA on Care.com will cost an average of $21.01 per hour as of July 2024. 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 Philadelphia, PA?
Care.com currently has 356 reading tutors in Philadelphia, PA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Philadelphia, PA?
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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, PA?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Philadelphia, PA, 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 Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Reading Tutors in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 121 reviews of the 356 listed reading tutors.