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223 reading tutors are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Portland, OR
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I have six years of experience as a tutor and nanny with a rich academic background and a wide variety of skill sets. I have tutored and nanny with several families in California, as well as families in Honduras and Uganda.
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I have a lot of childcare and babysitting experience. If you need someone to video call with your kids to assist with homework / their remote curriculum, let me know! (Not comfortable doing in person tutoring due to COVID). I did Spanish Immersion at Ainsworth Elementary and did Full IB at Lincoln High School (both in Portland)....
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I am a stem major at Western Oregon University. I am great at teaching and enjoy the subjects that stereotypically aren't as fun. I am willing to come to help your student get that hands-on learning experience that they lack while having to stay home due to COVID!
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Hi! My name is Allegra and I have 4+ years of experience in babysitting and 1+ years of experience in tutoring. I have a BA in English Literature from California State University, Northridge.
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I am a college student at Southern Oregon University, looking to help younger students with subjects in which they struggle. My specialties are in science and history, as I took advanced classes in those subjects in high school and continue to take classes in College for fun. I can also confidently help with reading, writing,...
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I have a great passion for teaching and finding ways to support my students so that they can be successful. I find it easy to relate to students who find school difficult, as that was my experience, and I hope that I can provide a learning environment where they feel valued and supported. I am well versed in developing,...
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Every student struggles at some point in their school career. For me, it was learning math and science, so I would have never thought that three years into college I would be studying neuroscience. Through teaching as a STEM + Arts instructor, serving as an undergraduate teaching assistant, and a volunteer reader, I have come to...
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I have been a writing tutor for eight years at three different universities and have taught college composition for two years. During this time, I have worked with students who are non-native English speakers or students with learning disabilities. With these students, I like to build up their skills, starting by identifying...
Brenna B.
Portland, OR
$25-65/hr
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I am currently a tutor/mentor for high schoolers with the Step Up program. I work with my students in all subjects, both core classes and electives.
Prior to working with high schoolers, the majority of my experience tutoring and working with youth has been in elementary schools. I worked for Rigler elementary SUN program for...
Aivy N.
Portland, OR
$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Tutor For Any Elementary School Subject, Piano/Guitar/Ukulele, And Art
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I can help teach your child(ren) any subject in elementary school. I have been in home teaching as well as online since the pandemic and would love to assist you by breaking down subjects that are difficult to your child in ways they could quickly and easily understand.
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with English. Held a reading endorsement and love kids. Was an Educator for 30 years. Retired and need an activity that uses my skills. Can work well one on one.
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Hello! I am a teacher and youth worker who has been living in Portland for two years now. I received my Master's of Education from the University of Minnesota, as well as undergraduate degrees in English and Youth Studies. I have been doing a combination of nannying, tutoring, coaching, and now teaching for over 10 years now....
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I have been teaching for the past 8 years in public schools and have also provided child care in different capacities for the past 15 years. In my early twenties, I worked as a swim instructor, volunteered as a teacher's aide in a bilingual class, taught subjects in Spanish at a summer school in the Dominican Republic, student...
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I am new to Care but I have extensive experience working with kids. I have been a nanny, babysitter, ESL tutor, and TEFL teacher. I am currently a workshop instructor trying to navigate online coursework so I completely understand the experience families are having at the moment. I have experience working with babies to adults,...
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I have 5 years of experience teaching a diverse group of students including, but not limited to: english as a second language, students on the autism spectrum, and students with add and adhd. I have taught both first grade english language arts and K-8 visual arts.
My teaching pedagogy focuses on teaching the whole child by...
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I have tons of experience! I have been a lead teacher in a classroom of 2yo, infants, preschoolers & summer/after-school programs. In these classroom settings, I was responsible for creating an age appropriate curriculum and safe learning environments. I also have a ton of infant and toddler experience and I have also nannied,...
5.0
"Jessica watched our two kids for a couple days and was great!"
Reviewed by Ashley P.
Jamie P.
Portland, OR
$27-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Dependable, Patient, Loving, Former Secular Homeschool Mom
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I am reliable, patient, and heart-centered.
I enjoy working with kids because they're joyful, creative, and loving. They promise to keep the day interesting and playful with just enough challenge.
I'm looking for loving families that enjoy the outdoors, walks, making crafts, playing games, reading, and value kindness.
In...
5.0
"Jamie has been our full time nanny for the last 18 months and I am pleased to recommend her. She has been a gift to our family. Our twin boys have grown so much since she started with us. Developmentally and...
Reviewed by Virginia M.
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Hi everyone! I am an Elementary Special Education teacher with 7 years of experience in the classroom and almost 15 years of experience with babysitting. I am a very involved babysitter and enjoy craft projects, trips to the park, reading, and baking.
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"Very professional, communicative and attentive. My kids felt very comfortable with Abby from the beginning, they had a great time. Thank you! 💖"
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Hello! I'm a certified birth and postpartum doula with a focus on childbirth education and lactation.
Hobbies -
I'm an oil and gouache painter and recently taught myself how hand embroidery. I also enjoy gardening, canning and cooking. Any free chance I get, I'm usually reading on a porch or exploring in the mountains. My...
5.0
"Celina was a wonderfully charismatic babysitter for our three girls (11, 9 and 6). She was willing to be active with them and engage in imaginative play. I am a parent educator and am a self-proclaimed...
Reviewed by JJ B.
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I have been working with children for a large portion of my life. I began babysitting when I was 12 years old. I continued babysitting throughout high school and nannied my way through college. It was always the best job, from my perspective!
I have been a supervisor for an after-school daycare, taught swim lessons...
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"Rachel taught at the preschool we sent our son to as well as watched him on numerous occasions. She goes above and beyond to spend quality and intentional time with kids in fun and educational ways. She has an...
Reviewed by Riane S.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Portland, OR
Jessica T.
5.0
Jess cared for our child from the time I went back to work, when our baby was 7 months old. I went back to work at this time and had anxiety surrounding leaving our child with a caregiver. Jess has a calming presence and experience that quelled all of my anxieties. She was able to easily get him...
- Caitlin S.
Jamie P.
5.0
Jamie has been our full time nanny for the last 18 months and I am pleased to recommend her. She has been a gift to our family. Our twin boys have grown so much since she started with us. Developmentally and emotionally - they are well supported with her care and concern. She is WONDERFUL. What I...
- Virginia M.
Abby N.
5.0
Wonderful sitter! My daughter adored her. Her teaching experience was a huge plus for us as she completely understood our 4 year old's needs and what we prefer as parents. She got our kiddo to sleep easily and was super prompt, friendly, and communicative. Our daughter has already asked when her...
- Care member
Celina C.
5.0
Celina was a wonderfully charismatic babysitter for our three girls (11, 9 and 6). She was willing to be active with them and engage in imaginative play. I am a parent educator and am a self-proclaimed "babysitter snob". I have very high standards for the care of my children and Celina passed my...
- JJ B.
Rachel L.
5.0
Rachel is absolutely wonderful! She babysat consistently for us and was engaging, fun and great with the kids!
- Kristin D.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Portland, OR
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Portland, OR?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Portland, OR on Care.com will cost an average of $22.22 per hour as of May 2024. 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, OR?
Care.com currently has 223 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.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Portland, OR?
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, OR?
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.
What types of reading tutors near me in Portland, OR 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, OR reading tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Reading Tutors in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 121 reviews of the 223 listed reading tutors.