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Mariah B.

Harpswell, ME

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I've been working in childcare for 9 years and it is truly my passion to work with children! Here is some information about me- -I have many certifications including CPR/FirstAid -I have worked in childcare centers, provided in home care, and worked at a summer camp! -I have been the director and lead teacher in...
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Bath, ME

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Nadine and I am 36 years old and a mother to an amazing 12-year-old boy. I love being around kids and am sadly getting done with the family I have been a nanny for, for almost three years. I am reliable, patient, creative, and a positive role model. I am comfortable with up to 4 kids depending on the age ranges. I...

Greta T. says "Nadine truly enjoys her time with children. She treats my daughter as if she were her own. She is super reliable and is always willing to watch my daughter...

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Part Time Caregiver

Brunswick, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Taylor and I am looking for part time nannying jobs or babysitting opportunities. In my junior year of high school, I completed a class in Early childhood, in which I taught in a Preschool for a year, completed a 6 week student teaching position in a kindergarten classroom. I attended school for 2 years, making...

Kendra B. says "Taylor has such a sweet, kind personality. Always extremely patient with my children. She can handle all 3 of them at once! Amazing!"

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Part-Time Care Giver

Brunswick, ME

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a local health care professional (Audiologist). My other passions include theatre, reading, and kids! Before moving here, I was a toddler classroom leader at my church's nursery, tutored middle school children, and was a nanny/date night sitter throughout graduate school. I was responsible for: Knowing the developmental...
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Hi, My Name Is Kayleigh! I Can't Wait To Work With You! Down Below Is A Little Bit About Me.

Bath, ME

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Hi my name is Kayleigh! I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun and very kind! I started working with kids when I was 13. I first started babysitting right after I got my CPR certificate. I babysat until I was 15. Then, in high school I helped kids read at the elementary school. I also worked as a daycare teacher where I...
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Tutor

Brunswick, ME

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I have a dual degree in Elementary Education and Learning Differences. ( Learning Disabilities) I have 16 years of teaching experience in a classroom environment. I have 5 years of teaching home schooled children and tutoring. I have 3 years experience substitute teaching from K-12. I am happy to supply a resume and references...
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Experienced Nanny Available At All Times.

Brunswick, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years experience caring for children of all ages, including newborns. Overseeing their daily care and activities as well as ensuring their safety. I've worked as an in-home nanny and also cared for children as an after-school caregiver. Many of these positions lasted for over a year and others were part time....
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Tutor Available

Bath, ME

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Through my experiences in after school babysitting, I've gained some experience helping younger students with homework, specifically grades 1-6. However, I aspire to be a teacher in the future and am looking for more work tutoring. I graduated from Waynflete with a 3. 7 GPA and am a strong student in every subject.
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Yarmouth, ME

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
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My name is Emily, and I am a pre-medical student at Baylor University. I am currently a sophomore and in my free time I enjoy volunteering at the hospital, along with line dancing, hiking, hanging out with my friends and reading! I am CPR certified, as well as Red Cross certified. Additionally, I am certified in basic first aid....
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Whole Child Tutoring

Freeport, ME

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a Bowdoin graduate with 8 years of education experience. I've led classes from KG-3rd grade and worked 1-on-1 with students. I am fluent in Spanish and can offer enrichment and immersion. At Bowdoin, I ran a curriculum-based leadership program for middle school girls and tutored students at the elementary and middle schools....
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Babysitter

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I began babysitting around age 13, and have loved working with kids ever since. I have extensive experience working as a camp counselor, teacher, and mentor. One of my favorite experiences working with children was at an elementary school as a tutor. I am happy to help with homework, housework, pick-ups from school, and am...

Todd W. says "Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again."

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Child Care With An Artful Twist

Gray, ME

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a mother of one and was able to spend wonderful quality time with my child as I owned my own business and worked from home. As a result, I have an incredible relationship with my daughter. I believe that I have made a difference in some of my nieces' and nephews' lives by showing them patience and creating joyful memories....

Laura Lee B. says "We love Elizabeth! She is so gentle and sweet with our one year old daughter. Our daughter just loves her!"

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South Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Cora. I am from South Portland, Maine. I'm one of four children in my family and started babysitting when I was 15 years old. I worked at my fathers restaurant for 19 years and learned lots of valuable skills that have helped me in my babysitting. I'm very outgoing, organized, and responsible. I enjoy hiking,...

Valerie T. says "My kids love Cora! She's come twice to babysit them, and they've asked when she'll come back. Both times, Cora arrived on time, with lots of energy,...

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Lisbon, ME

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have been babysitting for over 10 years for local families in their homes. I have cared for children between the ages of 4 weeks and 15 years old. My responsibilities have included preparing meals, changing diapers, bed-time routines, bathing, reading, homework help and playing with children both indoors and out. Hours have...

Care Member says "Caitlin is wonderful! She was a full time nanny for our daughter from age 3 months to 14 months and provided back up care for our three year old when he...

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Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I started nannying in 2012 and have babysat since 2009. I have copious experience in childcare of all ages (new borns to late teens), including nannying, occasional date night sitting, working as a teacher's assistant in a day care. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with the little ones and teaching them how to grow their...

Suzanne M. says "Delaney was a full-time nanny for my family for about two years for my son when he was 3 months-2 years as well as our dog. She was an amazing addition...

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Experienced Tutor, Keen & Compassionate

Boothbay, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've tutored high school kids who were in danger of not graduating, and got them to the finish line! I've also substitute taught all ages, and consider myself very skilled in listening and being an encouraging presence. I was always an "A" student, myself, and have a BA in English, graduating with honors. I've also tutored ESL...

Jewel C. says "Having known Karen S. for the last 20 years, I often admirably change the spelling of her name to Carin'...a short form of "caring", because that so truly...

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Helping Little Minds Grow!

Cumberland Foreside, ME

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Passionate about having fun, while being a positive role model, I believe in more time spent reading, outside, and being creative. I am currently an occupational therapist working in pelvic health. Through this journey, I have gained a lot of experience with little ones! I have nannied full time for two families, completed an...

Sirena S. says "Danielle is incredibly reliable and dependable. She always gives clear communication about her availability and schedule, and my kids love her! I highly...

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Part Or Full-time Nanny/Babysitter

South Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
am looking to pick up babysitting hours, whether that is consistent after-school help or for a spontaneous night out. I am also open to a short-term more full-time nannying for younger kids not yet in school. A bit about me: *I have over 8 years of experience babysitting, nannying, coaching, and tutoring for kids of all ages; I...

Valerie T. says "Alison was friendly and fun with the kids. Definitely having her back!"

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Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience
*currently looking for a full time summer nanny position* Hello! I am a graduate of UMaine with a degree in Sociology and I have 10+ years of professional childcare and educational experience. I also have tutored children and can help with remote learning. Additionally, I have experience working with children with special...

Benjamin W. says "Working alongside Sophie, I got to know how kindhearted and selfless she is. We worked together at a small home school, with kids who came to us...

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Off-duty Teacher, On-duty Caregiver

Westbrook, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello, families of Portland! My name is Becket, and I am an early childhood music teacher. I love working with kids, so I thought care. com would be a great resource for some fulfilling work between semesters. I'd describe my personality as optimistic, energetic, and patient. I like working with kids because they make the...

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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Harpswell, ME

Reading Tutors in Harpswell, ME are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Nadine S.

Nadine truly enjoys her time with children. She treats my daughter as if she were her own. She is super reliable and is always willing to...

- Greta T.

Taylor L.

Taylor has such a sweet, kind personality. Always extremely patient with my children. She can handle all 3 of them at once! Amazing!

- Kendra B.

Elena K.

Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again.

- Todd W.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Harpswell, ME

Hiring a local reading tutor in Harpswell, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of June 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.

Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Harpswell, ME. You can search for candidates by their distance from Harpswell 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 Harpswell that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.

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 Harpswell 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.

When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Harpswell, ME, 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.

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.

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