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Joshua L.

Patient Tutor

Westbrook, ME

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$18/hr
Hi! I am a calm, understanding person who has patience when working with people. I have volunteered for the Big Brother Big Sister program for 3 years, from which I have gained valuable experience mentoring elementary students. I believe my volunteering experience, years of quality education, and organizational skills can help...
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Margaret E.

Recent College Graduate With A Passion For Kids And Education

South Portland, ME

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$20/hr
Currently only working over online! I have tutored in English, basic math, basic french, music, voice lessons, and theater. I am a fast learner and love creative problem solving when working with children. I can't wait to work with you!
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Jocelyn C.

South Portland, ME

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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Jocelyn! I am currently a kindergarten teacher! I would love to watch ages 3-10, and I would be happy to incorporate some reading and summer learning activities! I also love doing fun activities such as sports, games, and crafts! I have always really enjoyed working with children and would love to help with summer...
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Claire S.

Terrifically Talented Tutor

Falmouth, ME

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I am a creative and nurturing older sister with a boatload of patience and 5 years of experience with kids. Growing up in a big family with lots of kiddos running around(and my mum being a teacher), I've learned how to provide a safe, fun and engaging experience for any child.
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Halorie T.

Experienced Tutor

Scarborough, ME

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I ran an innovative education program for high school and college students for 10 years and have tutored and mentored numerous students with a wide variety of learning styles, including those with learning disabilities. I feel comfortable working with all age groups. I always try to make the learning process fun for my students.
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Joanna B.

Laid-off Designer Who Loves Kids!

Cape Elizabeth, ME

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I was recently laid off from my position as a designer/consumer researcher and am hoping to go back to my earlier job as a childcare provider while I continue my job search. I love children and babysat for three kids when I was a teenager. Both of my parents are educators, and I was brought up in the tradition of teaching and...
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Elizabeth Q.

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
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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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Rachel B.

Gorham, ME

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
I am a former nanny and preschool teacher who loves young children. I am currently a stay at home Mom to twin 11-year-olds looking to connect with families in search of child care during school hours. I have one year experience as a full-time nanny, many years baby-sitting experience and have worked with infants, toddlers and 3...

Vania S. says "Really nice woman. Great child care philosophy. Lots of experience."

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Nicole H.

Date Night Sitter- Over 10 Years Of Experience

Hollis Center, ME

4.9(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 15 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I just moved to Hollis and am looking for new families to connect with and help! I worked for Haverhill Public Schools as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant at a elementary school for the past 5 years. Prior to, I taught preschool for 3. 5 years. Throughout all of my official jobs, I have always babysat. I have worked...

Vera E. says "Nicole is very friendly, kind, dependable and caring! My son was very happy when she watched him."

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Isabella R.

Patient And Caring Babysitter With A Passion For Child Development.

Gorham, ME

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$22/hr
2 years experience
I'd describe my personality as loving, patient, and energetic. I like working with kids because I am studying to become an Elementary Education teacher and working with children is so wholesome and fulfilling. I'm looking for a job that can provide a safe and fun environment for children. I enjoy helping children grow and...
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Judith C.

Experienced, Certified Teacher With Patience And A Positive Vibe

Biddeford, ME

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have 12 years experience as an early childhood classroom teacher and have also worked as a Special Education Teacher Assistant with learners on the Autism Spectrum and with learning disabilities. I am patient, caring, have a great sense of humor, creative and love to encourage learners to do their personal best and...
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Karen G.

Former Daycare Owner With Over 10 Years Of Experience With Great References

Biddeford, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello. I have worked in a daycare setting in my younger years in 2000. I opened my own family daycare in my home taking care of a lot of teachers' children, most of my children I had since they were 6 weeks old. I love to start with them as infants and watch them grow, so I have a lot of experience with all ages also in doing...
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Sarah P.

Windham, ME

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I graduated from the University of Maine in 2013 with a degree in Elementary Education and graduated from Tufts University with an M. A. in Child Study & Human Development in 2018. I've had experience working in schools with children from infants up through 8th grade as a substitute teacher/tutor, educational technician,...
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Alicia V.

Imaginative Planner And Happiness Curator

Pownal, ME

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have experience from daycares I've worked in, after-school care, babysitting, and nannying. I love helping people see the possibilities of the world. I'm very patient, and I will work towards solutions with your child. I enjoy learning new things and sharing them in engaging ways. I love making forts or drawing maps. I'm...
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Elise M.

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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Sarah J.

Tutor For Elementary Grades

Old Orchard Beach, ME

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$35/hr
I am a first grade teacher, and I love working with children in and out of the educational setting. If your child needs some support to help them be successful in school, I may be able to help. I am particularly strong with K-2 kiddos, but I am comfortable working with kids K-5 academically. I can come to your home or you can...
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Sarah B.

Old Orchard Beach, ME

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hey there! My name is Sarah, I'm 27, and I am currently a preschool teacher and BHP at a special needs/developmental preschool. However, due to a multitude of reasons, I'm hoping to branch off into nannying either part time or full time. Over the years I have worked as a babysitter, as a counselor in a youth residential setting,...
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Megan L.

Hollis Center, ME

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$10/hr
8 years experience
I am currently about to finish my Early Childhood Education degree. I have taught children from ages 4-12 on riding horseback, worked at summer camps, and worked in a preschool for 2 years. My plan is to home school my children and I have looked extensively at educating techniques and philosophies.
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Landyn B.

University Student Seeking Part Time Tutoring Employment

Biddeford, ME

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$25/hr
Hi there! My name is Landyn, and I am a Maine state-certified Elementary and Middle School Teacher. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in English and an MFA in Creative Writing, along with certification in teaching Writing to both High School and Undergraduate students. While my main focus is English Language Arts, I am certified to...
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Kelsey C.

Full Time Nanny Looking For Some Extra Hours

Buxton, ME

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I worked as a teacher at a Childcare Center from 2018 to 2020. As a former preschool teacher and kid at heart I'm always looking for ways to have fun. I love being outside close to nature with children, there is so much to learn and play with! I graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington in 2018 earning my Bachelor's...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.23/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Portland, ME

Reading Tutors in Portland, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Elizabeth Q.

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

- Laura Lee B.

Rachel B.

Really nice woman. Great child care philosophy. Lots of experience.

- Vania S.

Nicole H.

Nicole is very friendly, kind, dependable and caring! My son was very happy when she watched him.

- Vera E.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Portland, ME

Hiring a local reading tutor in Portland, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $23.23 per hour as of November 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 22 reading tutors in Portland, ME. You can search for candidates by their distance from Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland 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 Portland, 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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