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Rachele M.

Tutor Through Online Or In Person In Writing/Reading

Portland, OR

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$24/hr
Hello families! I'm tutoring for elementary and middle school students in English Language Arts, basic math, and computer skills (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, etc.). I'm experienced, patient, and focus on helping students understand at their own pace. Available for in-person or virtual sessions. CPR certified and fully...
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Cameron G.

Educator | Writing Expert | Critical Thinker

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
While completing my MFA in Creative Writing & Literature at Stony Brook University, I was lucky enough to serve as a T. A. for the department head in her undergraduate Essay-Writing and Memoir course. I became proficient in assessing and grading student work according to rubrics. Behind the scenes, I gained insight into what...

Augustus S. says "I wholeheartedly recommend Cameron as a reading tutor for your child. Cameron's exceptional dedication, patience, and enthusiasm have transformed my...

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Sophia R.

Private Educator Available

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$100/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Now booking summer enrichment. Group and private sessions available. I'm an Executive Functioning Coach and private educator trained in five major pedagogies, with over a decade of experience supporting diverse and neuro divergent learners. My approach is strengths-based, creative, and rooted in the belief that students thrive...

Elissa B. says "Sophie is fabulous. She is committed, dependable, and smart. Best of all, she has a great rapport with our 15 year old son. While Sophie helps him in...

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Jillian H.

Doctor Of Physical Therapy With A Passion For Teaching

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi there! I'm a young neurological physical therapist looking to supplement my clinic hours with some teaching or childcare. I am CPR/BLS trained. My goal is to one day work both in the clinic and be a doctoral-level professor. I previously tutored young children in several subjects all throughout undergraduate, and I was the...

Elizabeth S. says "Jillian is friendly, energetic and reliable! She was one of the first sitters we were comfortable leaving our baby and toddler with. We ended up...

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Jo Claire G.

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
Through past babysitting and nannying jobs, I have aided in children's learning primarily through reading with them. I love to guide kids through books and words and, depending on their age and reading level, have them read to me as I encourage them and work alongside them to build up their confidence in their ability. I also...
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Beverly B.

Available, Experienced, In-person Teacher With SPED And Distance Learning Expert

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am an experienced nanny, educator and caregiver specializing in working with children with ADHD, autism, and other learning or sensory challenges. I am also well versed in early childhood development and education. I have been particularly successful teaching reading. I am a Portland native and graduated from The University of...

Samantha Y. says "It was a pleasure to work with Beverly (Annie). Our daycare fell through and she came in last minute to watch our 1 year old for the day. She was very...

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Lucinda Z.

English and English as a Second Language Tutor

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am retired teacher who taught English and English as a Second Language in California and Michigan. I have over 35 years of teaching experience and have taught students of all ages from 6th grade through adults. I love to work one-on-one with students and have tutored in many different situations. Please allow me to help...

Care Member says "She is very kind and knowledgeable. I’m very excited to have my kids starting the tutoring with her. I would have my kids learning with her as long as...

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Kelly M.

Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello! From August- June I work as a full-time special education teacher. Over the summer I like to work in a 1:1 social recreational capacity. I have experience with individuals ages 5-30 in a range of different needs. I consider myself responsible, professional, creative, and fun! I love to engage with individuals in different...
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Isabel K.

English And MUSIC Tutor

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
I have a bachelor's degree in Professional and Technical Writing from the University. I scored extremely well on my English standardized testing (ACT, SAT, AP) in high school and have been tutoring peers and the children I nanny in English, history, geography, and the ACT/SATs for the last 7 years. I am also a music teacher for...
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Bella H.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$70/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I specialize in providing reading interventions using strategies to create engaging, hands-on learning for struggling readers. I have worked with students both inside and outside of the traditional classroom setting. Prior to tutoring full time I was a K-6 special education teacher. I have experience working with a wide...

Dustin C. says "My 6yr old daughter had been struggling with reading/writing all through Kindergarten. Would seem to learn something new, but have trouble retaining it. I...

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Allison E.

Going To School, Need A Part-Time Job

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
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$21/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Allison, I am 27 years old and located in Milpitas. I graduated my vocational school 6 years ago, in dental assisting. In my spare time, I like to draw and paint murals. I graduated from high school in 2012 and did well in all subjects. My strong academic subjects are Music, Art, and English. I played in my school...
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Jenna S.

Virtual Learning Got You Down? Preschooler Making WFH Impossible? I Can Help!

Portland, OR

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Through middle and high school, I tutored Elementary students in my community. I supported their spelling, math, reading, you name it. Our goal was to support the whole child. In high school I also participated in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America as a mentor and continued working in after school and summer school...
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Heather P.

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I worked as a title one aide for a little over a year, with focuses mainly on math and reading! I also ran an after school program for elementary students, where I would provide homework help for any students who needed it.
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Sarah R.

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I recently graduated from Reed College and I am interested in pursuing a career in education. I am passionate about meeting students where they are in their learning and coming up with creative approaches that inspire curiosity and fun. I have experience tutoring high school students, working as an assistant teacher with...
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Hannah C.

Advertising And Marketing

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I work at an advertising agency remotely. I have experience tutoring middle and high school students in writing, english classes, lit/comp, and business clases.
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Bianca C.

Tutor Available!

Portland, OR

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$16/hr
2 years experience
I am available as a tutor for English/Writing skills for children grades K-12. I can tutor math for ages K-5. I can tutor history from ages K-8. I'm very patient and understanding of the various struggles that children have in educational subjects. I'm very open to learning more about your child and will accommodate to the...
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Regan D.

University Spanish Student Spanish Tutor

Portland, OR

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$19/hr
Hi all! My name is Regan and I am currently a student at Linfield University. I am double majoring in international relations and Latin American studies and minoring in education with a hope of becoming a high school Spanish teacher as Spanish is my biggest passion. I have been studying the language for nine years and have gone...
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Mackenzie W.

Energetic Engaging Encouraging Tutor

Portland, OR

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm kenzie. I'm a sophomore at Pacific University majoring in elementary/middle school education. I am the oldest of many siblings and have been helping my younger siblings for many years now. I would love to help you educate your little ones with the upcoming fall semester
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Jacqueline S.

Summer Tutor

Portland, OR

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$22/hr
I'm someone who loves working with people, especially when it comes to helping them feel confident and capable. With a background in psychology and a lot of hands-on experience working with kids and teens, I'd love to help support your child reach their goals. I studied psychology at UC San Diego and before that, I was at San...
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Abby J.

Licencsed Elementary Teacher

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I have been teaching since 2009, mainly substituting for grades kindergarten through sixth grade and occasionally seventh through 12th grade for the metro-Portland area. During the 2011-12 school year, I had the privilege of teaching 4th grade in a School District. I am looking for a positions that work well with my teaching...
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  • 216 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.32/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 4.8

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Portland, OR

Reading Tutors in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 84 reviews of the 216 listed reading tutors

Cameron G.

I wholeheartedly recommend Cameron as a reading tutor for your child. Cameron's exceptional dedication, patience, and enthusiasm have...

- Augustus S.

Sophia R.

Sophie is fabulous. She is committed, dependable, and smart. Best of all, she has a great rapport with our 15 year old son. While Sophie...

- Elissa B.

Jillian H.

Jillian is friendly, energetic and reliable! She was one of the first sitters we were comfortable leaving our baby and toddler with. We...

- Elizabeth S.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Portland, OR

Hiring a local reading tutor in Portland, OR on Care.com will cost an average of $23.32 per hour as of July 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 216 reading tutors in Portland, OR. 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, OR, 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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