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Joshua L.

Patient Tutor

Westbrook, ME

5.0(1)
from
$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...

Elizabeth B. says "Joshua is professional and punctual and is very sweet with C."

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Bonnie T.

Summer Tutor K-8

Westbrook, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience
My qualifications include: * Certified Maine teacher K-8 (general education and special education) and K-12 (ESL and multiple/severe disabilities) * 20 years of special education experience; 36+ credits in SpEd * have worked with students with a variety of mental and physical disabilities (e. g. AD(H)D, dyslexia, autism, Down...
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Megan S.

Teacher On Summer Break

Westbrook, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a 1st grade teacher. I have taught kindergarten and 2nd grade as well. Before I worked as a classroom teacher, I was a Title1 reading teacher for grades k-5. I love children and I love teaching!
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Danielle B.

Helping Little Minds Grow!

Cumberland Foreside, ME

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Passionate about having fun, while being a positive role model, I believe in more time spent reading, outside, and being creative. I am currently an occupational therapist working in pelvic health. Through this journey, I have gained a lot of experience with little ones! I have nannied full time for two families, completed an...

Sirena S. says "Danielle is incredibly reliable and dependable. She always gives clear communication about her availability and schedule, and my kids love her! I highly...

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Delaney P.

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I started nannying in 2012 and have babysat since 2009. I have copious experience in childcare of all ages (new borns to late teens), including nannying, occasional date night sitting, working as a teacher's assistant in a day care. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with the little ones and teaching them how to grow their...

Suzanne M. says "Delaney was a full-time nanny for my family for about two years for my son when he was 3 months-2 years as well as our dog. She was an amazing addition...

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Sophie V.

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience
*currently looking for a full time summer nanny position* Hello! I am a graduate of UMaine with a degree in Sociology and I have 10+ years of professional childcare and educational experience. I also have tutored children and can help with remote learning. Additionally, I have experience working with children with special...

Benjamin W. says "Working alongside Sophie, I got to know how kindhearted and selfless she is. We worked together at a small home school, with kids who came to us...

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Elena K.

Babysitter

Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I began babysitting around age 13, and have loved working with kids ever since. I have extensive experience working as a camp counselor, teacher, and mentor. One of my favorite experiences working with children was at an elementary school as a tutor. I am happy to help with homework, housework, pick-ups from school, and am...

Todd W. says "Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again."

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Alison I.

Part Or Full-time Nanny/Babysitter

South Portland, ME

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
am looking to pick up babysitting hours, whether that is consistent after-school help or for a spontaneous night out. I am also open to a short-term more full-time nannying for younger kids not yet in school. A bit about me: *I have over 8 years of experience babysitting, nannying, coaching, and tutoring for kids of all ages; I...

Valerie T. says "Alison was friendly and fun with the kids. Definitely having her back!"

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Matthew P.

Student At RPI, Patient And Well-Rounded, Working For Your Success

Scarborough, ME

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
1 year experience
I recently graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with my Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering. I excelled at Math and Science in school, but I can help in many other subjects. I've had to have great time management and study skills as I was a student athlete at RPI. I began tutoring in 2020 during the Covid-19...

Rupam G. says "Matt helped my kids while they were in online school last year. He was very patient with both of them. Especially my daughter who was in 2nd grade. Matt...

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Susan N.

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

Portland, ME

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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Daiane L.

Super Fun Nanny Looking For A Job :)

Portland, ME

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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi there, my name is Daiane L, and I'm available evenings and weekends. I'm a very energetic and genuinely happy person who loves to play and keep the kids busy doing things such as going to the playground, reading books, making projects with art and crafts ( I do love it!), helping with homework, and much more.
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Patty H.

I Look Forward To Meeting You & Your Family! (I Also Do Dog Sitting!)

Windham, ME

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$20/hr
15 years experience
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...
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Quinn H.

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello, My name is Quinn and I am a recent graduate of Merrimack College with a degree in Human Development. I am currently pursuing my Early Childhood Teaching Certification and am passionate about working with young children, particularly in grades 1 and 2, as I work toward a career in elementary education. I have extensive...
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Jenny M.

Engaging And Creative Elementary Tutor

Portland, ME

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$20/hr
10 years experience
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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Pamela P.

Full-Time Nanny Available

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years of child care experience with ages ranging from newborn to 12. I hold a master's degree in mental health counseling and for the past 5 years have worked as a mental health clinician for children and teens with trauma. Prior to that I was a full time nanny for over 5 years, and have been babysitting as a side job...
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Carla S.

After School Tutoring

Portland, ME

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I have tutored students after school in all major school subjects (4th-8th grade.) I am well versed in both elementary and middle school age subjects, as well, due to teaching grades K-3 and 6th. Originally from and taught in Lexington, Massachusetts; moved to Northern California for 4 years (where I taught K-3 grade levels) and...
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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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Cora K.

Tutor, Sitter, Dog Walker!

Portland, ME

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$24/hr
6 years experience
Hi there! I'm a 26-year-old artist and writer living in South Berkeley. I've been working with children since I was 14, primarily in outdoor education, nannying, and tutoring. I graduated from Middlebury College in 2020 with a degree in Sociology and Environmental Studies, and love tutoring in all subjects! After graduating, I...
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Michaela C.

Creative Helper

Portland, ME

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello! I'm a caring, reliable, honest, and creative helper. Along with being a live-in nanny for one year, caring for three children in France, I have also worked as a part-time nanny for three children in Washington D. C. In 2019 I was a volunteer at the Toddler and Infant Program at a School for the Blind in Watertown MA....
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Julia C.

South Portland, ME

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
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...
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  • 60 reading tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.33/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated reading tutors is 5.0

Recent reading tutor reviews from local parents in Westbrook, ME

Reading Tutors in Westbrook, ME are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed reading tutors

Joshua L.

Joshua is professional and punctual and is very sweet with C.

- Elizabeth B.

Danielle B.

Danielle is incredibly reliable and dependable. She always gives clear communication about her availability and schedule, and my kids love...

- Sirena S.

Delaney P.

Delaney was a full-time nanny for my family for about two years for my son when he was 3 months-2 years as well as our dog. She was an...

- Suzanne M.

FAQs for finding reading tutors in Westbrook, ME

Hiring a local reading tutor in Westbrook, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $19.33 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 3 reading tutors in Westbrook, ME. You can search for candidates by their distance from Westbrook 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 Westbrook 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 Westbrook 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 Westbrook, 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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