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525 tutors are listed in Portland, OR
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby tutors is 5 years
Tutors in Portland, OR
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I started babysitting at 12 years old and volunteered and taught Sunday school and vacation Bible school. I have run a children's play musical at our church. In highschool during the summers I would work as a camp counselor for grad school. After I graduated I worked as a preschool teacher in Dundee at the GoodLife preschool,...
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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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Piano lessons: Currently taking new students ( October 2022). My approach to teaching directly reflects the student's goals and interests. I'm an excellent teacher for beginning piano students through intermediate. Whether your child is serious about piano skills, or is looking to add a fun hobby or skill, I am the perfect...
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"We hired Tracy to watch our toddler who is almost 3 years old, and will continue to hire her for weekend babysitting. She is very reliable, and also incredibly fun. She understands what kids of different ages...
Reviewed by Kay C.
Bella H.
Portland, OR
$70-80/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 wanted to find a tutor with some background in...
Reviewed by Dustin C.
Maddalena S.
Portland, OR
$14-30/hr
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I've always been an excellent writer and previously tutored reading. . I loved working with the kids there and was inspired to continue working with adolescents and young adults. My approach to working with others is empathy and patience-oriented. I encourage confidence in others while guiding them to gain the skills they need...
5.0
"Maddalena was on time and walked Blaze for an hour. He listened to her just fine and there were no issues. Overall she did a great job. We will definitely hire her again"
Reviewed by Suraj V.
Lerato Z.
Portland, OR
$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Being an Au pair taught me a lot and I have accumulated so many skills while I was In the program, I'm from South Africa and English is out first language and I used to teach when I was in South Africa and now still doing it as a side hustle
Claire S.
Portland, OR
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have experience teaching a small classroom of children and privately tutoring a child. I taught Spanish in both of those instances. I have also volunteered at the Boys & Girls Club, where I assisted children with their homework very frequently. I feel confident enough to help with most subjects (especially if it's elementary...
5.0
"Claire is my daughter's Spanish tutor. She is very knowledgeable and is great with kids. She is fun and engaging."
Reviewed by Elizabeth S.
Charmaine W.
Portland, OR
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring Occasional And Babysitting Available With 16 Years Experience
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VACCINATED x3. 16 years experience 0 to 14 years. Started when I was 15, was an assistant in daycare center for 2 years, Au pair for 5 years and principal/manager of a daycare for 2 years. Received several pediatric first aid/CPR qualifications over the years since 2005. Very loving, caring person that always puts the needs of...
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"Charmaine cared for our daughter daily from about the age of 8 months to 14 months along with another child a few months younger. She took great care of the kids- I always felt confident they were safe and...
Reviewed by Sarah M.
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I am a natural caretaker. I babysat children while I was in high school and college. I took that a step up when I adopted a special needs pug, who became my entire life. I love caring for people and animals. I'm empathetic and affectionate.
I was a teacher and librarian in underserved communities. It was different than...
5.0
"Courtney is incredible! We hired her to take care of our soon to be 2 year old daughter whom took to Courtney very quickly. This was our first time leaving our daughters care to someone that wasn't Mommy or...
Reviewed by Josh W.
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Hello there, I'm Izzy, I'm a patient tutor, sitter, and helper. I have 6 years of experience tutoring in Math (up to calculus I), Chemistry, Biology, and Essay writing. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Lewis and Clark College. My passion is working with kids and adults alike to help them meet...
5.0
"Izzy's knowledge of biology and chemistry is truly impressive. They have a deep understanding of the subject matter and an ability to break down even the most challenging concepts into manageable,...
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Mamie H.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Careful, Loving, & Intelligent Nanny/Tutor/Housekeeper (Part-Time)
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Greetings! I am a recent graduate from Lewis & Clark College holding an English degree and looking for part time work as a nanny, tutor, housekeeper, child care, or some combination of those. I have paid experience doing all three of these things and would be happy to discuss your needs and see if I could fulfill them.
I am...
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"Mamie has been such a joy to have around; dependable, reliable, and we would definitely hire again. Great with my high energy kiddos. Thank you so much for your help the past month Mamie!"
Reviewed by Amelia A.
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Hi, my name is Lhamo, and I am a nanny with over 25 years of experience, especially providing care for infants and toddlers, with many references available. I've raised three kids on my own: ages 25 at NYU Grad School, 19 at the U. S. Naval Academy, and 15 years old at an immersion high school.
When working with kids, I love...
5.0
"Lhamo is, by a sizable margin, the best childcare professional we've hired to date (with a sample size of 5+).
The children LOVE her, she's attentive, honest, thoughtful, doesn't sit on her phone the...
Reviewed by Joe P.
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Nature loving baby sitter here! I began working with kids in a Nature Preschool and have since worked with ages 3-12. I have a year of experience with kids in fun, energetic, educational outdoor settings.
As an educator, I can do activities, crafts and adventures with kids! I'm also a great cook and can do light housekeeping is...
5.0
"Madeline was awesome! My kids loved her and even my little one who is notoriously grumpy bonded with her over spooky movies. She made a stressful situation with a new sitter really smooth and comfortable. I...
Reviewed by Jenn L.
Kaylee B.
Portland, OR
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Kaylee. I've been working in childcare since I was 15, and am currently enrolled in college majoring in Illustration. I have worked with children of all ages, and have cared for up to 4 children at once. I'm happy to help the older kids with homework and the younger ones with potty training, reading, and safe and...
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"Kaylee has worked for me as a personal assistant, dog walker, and house sitter. She always goes above and beyond. My dog adores her and she takes the time to send pictures of him when she's walking him or...
Reviewed by Megan G.
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Hi! My name is Samantha. I am 29 years old I have been babysitting children since I was about 13 years old. I am currently looking for a few part time jobs. I have watched children from ages newborn to 16. I enjoy watching them grow and watching their skills develop. When I work, I ensure we engage in indoor and outdoor...
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"Samantha truly loves children. She is efficient, hard working, flexible and does a great job communicating with parents. She loves to engage the kids and help them grow. If our needs hadn't changed she would...
Reviewed by Greg E.
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Hi! I'm a retired Air Force veteran, chef, and mother of an autistic child looking to fill some time and help families needing childcare. I have joint custody of my son, so I am able to work from Sunday-Wednesdays, anytime. I can take and pickup kids at school and get them to any other activities. Able to multitask, cook,...
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"Priscilla is great! Kind and generous with my kiddos, up for fun games and activities with them. It is such a help to have her able to get a dinner ready and help out around the house! "
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Worked many years in social services: I have experience working with children and adults who have disabilities or special needs. I am able to play games, can assist w/meals & homework, transportation & outings.
Home w/animals is OK.
* Pfizer COVID Vaccinated & boostered.
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"We live in Eugene and Stephanie watched our kids when we came up to Portland for an event and needed a sitter. She kept the kids engaged and did the nighttime routine with them."
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Katherine G.
Portland, OR
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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As a nanny, I am passionate about providing an enriching and stimulating environment for children to thrive in. I am an experienced and reliable sitter in Portland, Oregon. My main goal is to ensure that children are happy and comfortable in my care. I am comfortable with light housekeeping, running errands, and assisting with...
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"I truly recommend Katherine! she is calm creative, patience, kind and responsible. Always willing to help and enjoys being around kids. Also she speaks English and Spanish which is a plus, always on time. "
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Hi I'm Zoe and I am 23 years old. I am currently a senior year at Lewis and Clark but am taking online classes so I have more flexibility. I am from North Carolina but have found a second home in the Pacific Northwest. In terms of experience I was a live in nanny in France for a family of four. I took care of two kids aged 12...
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"Zoe did a great job with our toddler for a date night! He hasn't had a lot of sitters but she helped him feel comfortable with the transition and have fun before getting ready for bed and he was sound asleep...
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Hi there! My name is Sara. I ran across your ad looking for help for your kiddo and wanted to tell you a bit about myself. I have been taking care of kids since I was little, helping my mom with her daycare. As I got older, I started a cross age tutoring program at the elementary school, then continued as a preschool teacher...
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"Sara was able to fill in at nearly the last minute for us. Her children were wonderful and it was great to be able to rely on her. We can't wait for an opportunity to go on a date night so our kids can have a...
Reviewed by Deidra B.
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Recent tutor reviews in Portland, OR
Tracy G.
5.0
We hired Tracy to watch our toddler who is almost 3 years old, and will continue to hire her for weekend babysitting. She is very reliable, and also incredibly fun. She understands what kids of different ages are ingested in and immediately related to our son.
She did some arts and crafts with...
- Kay C.
Bella H.
5.0
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 wanted to find a tutor with some background in dyslexia, as my daughter's school raised concern that may be the cause. I went to care.com and...
- Dustin C.
Maddalena S.
5.0
Maddalena was on time and walked Blaze for an hour. He listened to her just fine and there were no issues. Overall she did a great job. We will definitely hire her again
- Suraj V.
Claire S.
5.0
Claire is my daughter's Spanish tutor. She is very knowledgeable and is great with kids. She is fun and engaging.
- Elizabeth S.
Charmaine W.
5.0
Charmaine is a wonderful care giver, who bonds quickly and deeply with kids, and clearly loves what she does. She is very attentive, and my kids fell in love with her immediately.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding tutors near me in Portland, OR
In 2024 how much does it cost to hire a tutor in Portland, OR?
Hiring a tutor in Portland, OR on Care.com will cost an average of $21.63 per hour as of May 2024. This rate may vary depending on the experience each tutor has, the subject you need help with, and how often you will require tutoring.
How can I find a tutor near me in Portland, OR?
Care.com currently has 525 tutors in Portland, OR. You can search for tutors by their distance from Portland and compare your options by hourly pay rate, the experience, the subjects they teach, and their availability. You can also see reviews from other families that have used the tutors you're interested in. If you're interested in distance learning, explore your options for online tutors.
What type of tutoring services in 2024 can I find near me in Portland, OR?
The most popular tutoring services that you can find in Portland are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Portland who can teach different grades from high school to elementary school, or even college.
What does a Portland, OR tutor do?
Generally, the term tutor refers to someone who helps students better understand an academic subject such as chemistry, math or English. The responsibilities a tutor can take on can vary. Some may simply help their students with areas of a subject they struggle with by instructing them and others may choose to help with homework or to review projects the student works on. There are 525 tutors near you in Portland, OR that can help with a wide variety of subjects.
Ratings for Portland, OR tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Tutors in Portland, OR are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 207 reviews of the 525 listed tutors.