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Find reading tutors in Portland, ME that you’ll love
60 reading tutors are listed in Portland, ME
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
What others are saying about reading tutors in Portland, ME
Nicole is very friendly, kind, dependable and caring! My son was very happy when she watched him.
Review for Nicole H. by Vera E.
We love Elizabeth! She is so gentle and sweet with our one year old daughter. Our daughter just loves her!
Review for Elizabeth Q. by Laura Lee B.
Always reliable and on time, my daughter liked her a lot. She was very flexible with my schedule
Review for Aliya S. by Kishara N.
Reading tutors in Portland, ME
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...
Julia C.
South Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello families! My name is Julia (She/Her) and I'm hoping to become your new nanny! I currently work in childcare in a class room with kids 1-2 (I have worked with children 1-12) and thanks to this experience I have gained so much knowledge and experience as well as CPR, health and safety, and many other trainings regarding...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I'm a college student at William & Mary in Virginia. I'm from Cumberland, Maine and I'll be home for the summer. I'm currently working towards my Bachelor's Degree with a major in Government and a minor in Economics. Math was always a strong suit of mine, as I graduated high school having completed an AP Calculus course. In...
Julia B.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I worked for year tutoring with a reading program in Indiana. It was a Migrant Education program, providing reading and homework support to first generation english learners.
As a writer/poet myself and artist (watercolor). My tutoring specialities are in english, writing, reading comprehension and art.
Allison O.
Scarborough, ME
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently in the Honors Program as a Biology major at the University of Southern Maine with a 4. 0 GPA. I have had experience tutoring middle schoolers as part of my past few nannying jobs. I have also tutored high schoolers as part of the peer tutoring program in my high school. My favorite areas to study and tutor...
Rachel H.
Scarborough, ME
$29-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a career child care provider currently looking for occasional caregiving jobs or consistent hours (4-8 hours) on Mondays.
I have a bachelor's in psychology, have completed multiple courses in child psychology, behavior, and development, and I have over 20 years of experience caring for kids aged 0-10. My child care...
Skills:
CPR
Megan S.
Falmouth, ME
$40-60/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! I am a 2nd grade teacher at Yarmouth Elementary School and a State of Maine certified K-8 teacher. I have tutoring experience with students in 2nd, 5th, and 9th grade in a variety of subjects. My goal is to make tutoring a fun and engaging learning experience for all children! Please reach out to me if you are interested...
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.
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.
I work in Sharon two days a week so I have experience tutoring children.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
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...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole has been amazing with our 2.5 year old daughter and our 11 year old dog. She is friendly, reliable, easy to talk to and both of our girls absolutely adore her! We feel so lucky to get to work with her."
Portia B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
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....
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We love Elizabeth! She is so gentle and sweet with our one year old daughter. Our daughter just loves her!"
Laura Lee B.
Aliya S.
Biddeford, ME
$24/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Aliya. I'm very experienced nanny. I am energetic and positive person who will provide full care, safety and development of any child ages 1 through 10. I teach my baby skills of self-service, writing, spelling, reading, drawing. I can properly organize the daily routine of the child: walks, cooking and feeding,...
Aliya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
5.0
"Great personality, good with the kids
Older and toddlers.
Very personable."
Sylwia S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Alicia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Patty H.
Windham, ME
$20-50/hr • 15 yrs exp
I Look Forward To Meeting You & Your Family! (I Also Do Dog Sitting!)
I'd describe my personality as fun, energetic, and kind!
I like working with kids because children are the most honest of people and they keep you humble. I always wanted to work with children because I want to make a difference & be a positive role model in their lives.
I started working with kids when I was 20 I had my...
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Here is a little bit about me: My name is Mona. I am 29-year-old woman. I'm originally from Thailand and have moved to the US over 5 years. I am currently a full time student in a master degree piano pedagogy at USM. I am a caring person who likes to play sports, read books, play the piano, sing and do arts and crafts. I love...
Mona can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Kelsey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hello! I have been babysitting since 2014 and nannying since 2019 for children as young as 4 months old. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education and a master's degree in math education. For babysitting/nannying, I love engaging in many activities with children including sensory play, exploring outside, taking walks,...
Noelle can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I love children, especially engaging in a lot of reading and games and play with them!
I was a teacher before I began my family and have stayed home to homeschool my children, which I have loved! I'm still homeschooling my youngest, who is an 8th grader. She works with me in our preschool and nursery department at our church...
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Portland, ME
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Portland, ME?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Portland, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $22.19 per hour as of May 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 Portland, ME?
Care.com currently has 27 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.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Portland, ME?
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.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Portland, ME?
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.
What types of reading tutors near me in Portland, ME 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 Portland, ME reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Reading Tutors in Portland, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors.