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60 reading tutors are listed in Portland, ME

The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years

Reading tutors in Portland, ME

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Melissa C.


Portland, ME

$50-60/hr10 yrs exp

Elementary Educator With Masters In Reading Available For Tutoring

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My name is Melissa and I am an elementary school teacher. I live in Portland, Maine and I am looking for in person or virtual tutoring positions with K-6 students. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education and a master's degree in reading. This is my ninth year of teaching. I have experience with all elementary grade...
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Susan N.


Portland, ME

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Storyteller (love To Read To And Create Stories For/with Kids)

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I co-founded the only year-round professional theatre in the Adirondacks. I was Artistic Director which encompassed choosing all of the plays, acting, and coordinating educational programming. I also taught a variety of theatre courses at SUNY Potsdam. We needed a change and love the sea, so we moved to Portland 10 years ago. By...
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Pamela O.


Portland, ME

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

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I have a true passion for teaching children of all ages. I love the outdoors and provide kids with hands on learning experiences. I specialize in early childhood development and elementary education. I am experienced in distance learning. and have provided online and curriculum implementation for for a child who recently...
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Amelia C.


Portland, ME

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced And Creative Tutor

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After working as a nanny for 5+ years, I moved into the field of behavior support and have worked as a BHP for 3 years. I currently work as a special education ed tech for the Portland School district. I have experience supporting students K-8 with a variety of academics and am very experienced with remote learning. Currently, I...
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"Amelia tutored our kids on winter outdoor adventure for our break. Helped them get enthused about skiing, skating, and tubing."

Reviewed by Jen And Aaron B.

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Alexis M.


Portland, ME

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I have been a classroom teacher for 3 years, teaching both middle school and high school. I am certified to teacher 7-12 grade life science, but have passed all necessary PRAXIS exams in math and ELA as well. I would be comfortable teaching many subject areas, but my expertise is in the sciences.
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Shannon C.


Portland, ME

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Certified K-12 Literacy Specialist Available For Tutoring And Private Lessons

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If you are looking for an engaging and knowledgeable teacher, call me to start a discussion. While my students have described me as thoughtful and challenging, they have also found me to be compassionate and fun. I have 15 years of experience from which to draw inspiration, knowledge, and resources. And my roles (high school...
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Elizabeth K.


Portland, ME

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

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Hey there! My name is Liz and I am a fun-oriented, nature-loving lady that tries to spend every moment possible learning! I have worked with kids for the past 8 years in various capacities. I have 7 years of experience as a youth development professional in an experiential education setting as well as several summers' worth of...
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Chriss S.


Portland, ME

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

Proper Practice Makes Perfect

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We all learn at different paces and in different ways. Sometimes it's a matter of organization or prioritizing. I had someone help me with this several years ago and I have done well since. There's more ways to learn than with flashcards or reading. A common mistake is that students try to learn by following traditional or...
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Jordan C.


Portland, ME

$22-28/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher And Tutor Who Is Always Up For A Challenge

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I've tutored students ranging from 5-67 in learning the English language, literature, essay writing, dissertation writing, and grammar. My target is to make learning simple, fun, and collaborative!
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Jenny M.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Engaging And Creative Elementary Tutor

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My name is Jenny and working with children has been my passion for two decades! I started as a camp counselor and preschool aid as a teenager; soon I was the go-to babysitter and nanny for several families. In 2013, I earned a dual Masters degree in Museum Education and General Education from Bank Street College in NYC. For...
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Maggie G.


Portland, ME

$40-60/hr10 yrs exp

Former Teacher Available For Your Tutoring Needs.

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I have been a school teacher for the past 7 years. I have a masters in education and experience teaching students from grades k-12
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Madeleine K.


Portland, ME

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

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Hi! I am currently in school working towards my MSW and am looking to nanny/tutor on the side. I have worked with children as a tutor and nanny for over 10 years. With my school schedule, I am most available in the mornings on Tuesdays and Thursdays and the evenings the rest of the week. I am also available on the weekends. I...
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Madison F.


Portland, ME

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Tutor, Flexible Schedule

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I've been tutoring for two years with a focus on algebra, algebra II, geometry, and pre-calculus, as well as English, especially composition and reading comprehension. I have a lot of experience with elementary-age students having trouble with reading or basic numeracy, as well as middle and high school students struggling with...
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Heidi C.


Portland, ME

$18-35/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic Educator

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I'm a passionate teacher/tutor with a teaching certification and two years of experience as a full time high school English Teacher, as well as a bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts. I love working in small groups or one-on-one, like I did at the University of Illinois, Chicago writing center, as it enables me to learn about my...
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Katie C.


Portland, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Private Elementary Teacher And Tutor

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Hello! I'm Katie, a dedicated and innovative educator with over a decade of experience in primary and early childhood education. I've spent 8 of those years as a classroom teacher teaching kindergarten and first grade in both public and private elementary schools. My educational philosophy centers around child-led, hands-on...
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Stephanie M.


Portland, ME

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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Greetings! I am a full time experiential education teacher residing in Somerville. I teach in-school science enrichment programming to various grades with a hands on approach. I also work with High School students out of school. We grow food in urban gardens, hike, camp, maintain parks, and generally have an awesome time. I am...
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Christina S.


Portland, ME

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Art Course Work & Research Papers

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I have been working in education and childcare the last 20+ years. My education includes a BA in Studio Art, a BA in Social & Behavioral Sciences with a Psychology Minor, and I am currently in graduate school for a MS in Education Psychology: Applied Behavioral Analysis. As a college graduate, I took many courses in education,...
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Hannah E.


Portland, ME

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Student And Substitute Teaching

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After being a Professional Ski Instructor of America (PSIA Certified) for 10 years and graduating from the Theater Education Program at Emerson College. I've subbed and taught theater in Boston Public Schools for middle school and high school students, with my own lessons in poetry and stage combat. I also subbed at North...
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Anna B.


Portland, ME

$25-80/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Tutor With Specialties In Writing And Language

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Hi there! I have been tutoring for years and genuinely love working with kids of all ages to help them not only do the best they can in difficult subjects, but also learn to enjoy those tougher areas of study. I worked as a 7th grade math teacher before attending Columbia Journalism School in 2020 and pivoting to a career in...
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Cora K.


Portland, ME

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

Tutor, Outdoor Sitter, Dog Walker!

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Hi! I'm a recent college graduate with 6+ years of experience in outdoor education and a love for animals. This fall I'll be moving out to the Portland area, and I'm interested in tutoring or childcare (preferably outdoors/remote/distanced, but I'm flexible) and dog walking. I'll be working part-time (remotely) as a research...

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Average Rating4.7 / 5

Reading Tutors in Portland, ME are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 40 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.