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Mariah B.
Harpswell, ME
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello! I've been working in childcare for 9 years and it is truly my passion to work with children! Here is some information about me-
-I have many certifications including CPR/FirstAid
-I have worked in childcare centers, provided in home care, and worked at a summer camp!
-I have been the director and lead teacher in...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Nadine S.
Bath, ME
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Nadine and I am 35 years old and a mother to an amazing 11-year-old boy. I love being around kids and am sadly getting done with the family I have been a nanny for, for almost three years. I am reliable, patient, creative, and a positive role model. I am comfortable with up to 4 kids depending on the age ranges. I...
Nadine can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Nadine truly enjoys her time with children. She treats my daughter as if she were her own. She is super reliable and is always willing to watch my daughter whenever I ask!"
Greta T.
It's so nice to meet you! I'm Ivy.
I have almost 10 years of experience working with kids as a babysitter for children ages 3 months-10 years old. I'm CPR certified with my own transportation, and am happy to help with errands or light cleaning.
A little bit about me... I'm from Manhattan Beach, CA (love the beach) and am a...
Ivy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a local health care professional (Audiologist). My other passions include theatre, reading, and kids!
Before moving here, I was a toddler classroom leader at my church's nursery, tutored middle school children, and was a nanny/date night sitter throughout graduate school.
I was responsible for: Knowing the developmental...
Ayris can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Kayleigh G.
Bath, ME
$23/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Kayleigh! I Can't Wait To Work With You! Down Below Is A Little Bit About Me.
Hi my name is Kayleigh! I'd describe my personality as outgoing, fun and very kind!
I started working with kids when I was 13. I first started babysitting right after I got my CPR certificate. I babysat until I was 15. Then, in high school I helped kids read at the elementary school. I also worked as a daycare teacher where I...
Hello! My name is Taylor and I am looking for part time nannying jobs or babysitting opportunities. In my junior year of high school, I completed a class in Early childhood, in which I taught in a Preschool for a year, completed a 6 week student teaching position in a kindergarten classroom. I attended school for 2 years, making...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! My name is Julia, I am a college Junior Nursing Major, home for the summer, looking for some babysitting jobs. Please reach out with any questions!
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, easygoing and friendly
I like working with kids because they always teach you something new and have such creative imaginations !
I'm...
Julia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have a dual degree in Elementary Education and Learning Differences. ( Learning Disabilities) I have 16 years of teaching experience in a classroom environment. I have 5 years of teaching home schooled children and tutoring. I have 3 years experience substitute teaching from K-12. I am happy to supply a resume and references...
Through my experiences in after school babysitting, I've gained some experience helping younger students with homework, specifically grades 1-6. However, I aspire to be a teacher in the future and am looking for more work tutoring. I graduated from Waynflete with a 3. 7 GPA and am a strong student in every subject.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a Bowdoin graduate with 8 years of education experience. I've led classes from KG-3rd grade and worked 1-on-1 with students. I am fluent in Spanish and can offer enrichment and immersion. At Bowdoin, I ran a curriculum-based leadership program for middle school girls and tutored students at the elementary and middle schools....
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a College graduate with a bachelors of science from the University of Connecticut with a minor in human development and health sciences. I have extensive management experience, and I have been a full time teacher in Thailand for math, science, and English. I am certified with both my TEFL and my TESOL. I have taught from...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Colin M.
To whom it may concern,
I have been acquainted with Lauren C. for five years. First as a co-worker at Terra Luna Restaurant and most recently as a personal yoga instructor. During this time Lauren has conducted herself in a most professional manner...
Colin M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again."
Todd W.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
This past May I received my Master's in Early Childhood Education with a focus in Social Emotional Learning. I also have a B. A. in Spanish and a minor in Film from Colorado College. Aside from my interests in languages and film, I also have a background in music (harp) and theater. I love to be outdoors as well as stay indoors...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great caregiver! I definitely recommend her."
Jennifer W.
Cora L.
South Portland, ME
$25-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Cora. I am from South Portland, Maine. I'm one of four children in my family and started babysitting when I was 15 years old. I worked at my fathers restaurant for 19 years and learned lots of valuable skills that have helped me in my babysitting. I'm very outgoing, organized, and responsible. I enjoy hiking,...
Cora can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"My kids love Cora! She's come twice to babysit them, and they've asked when she'll come back. Both times, Cora arrived on time, with lots of energy, creativity, and good cheer. She drew a hopscotch on the driveway that literally had 100 boxes on it, because the...
Valerie T.
4.9
(19)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I thrive on working with and caring for young children. I have an extensive background in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education and am a certified BHP (Behavior Health Professional). I am a hands-on, nurturing, engaging and caring Nanny with years of experience.
I work with children of all ages and am adept in caring...
Pamela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Pam was the full time nanny for our daughter from ages 8 months - 2.5 years. She took wonderful care of our daughter, and we really valued her warmth, engagement, and complete focus on her. Pam came up with developmentally appropriate activities and art projects;...
Leslie P.
Caitlin H.
Lisbon, ME
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting for over 10 years for local families in their homes. I have cared for children between the ages of 4 weeks and 15 years old. My responsibilities have included preparing meals, changing diapers, bed-time routines, bathing, reading, homework help and playing with children both indoors and out. Hours have...
Caitlin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Caitlin is wonderful! She was a full time nanny for our daughter from age 3 months to 14 months and provided back up care for our three year old when he was home sick from school. She was caring, organized, patient, and flexible - our daughter adored her! She...
Care member
Delaney P.
Portland, ME
$30-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Delaney can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 to our family! She is a positive, loving person and took great care of my baby. She loves to have fun and will...
Suzanne M.
Deborah B.
North Yarmouth, ME
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Homeschooling Mother Of 5 With Over 20 Yrs Experience
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an enthusiastic and very patient caregiver, with a particular joy in working with little ones. I have worked in daycares, taught co-op classes to home schooled students of all ages, and raised five children of my own. I also ran a licensed day care in my home for 3 boys ages 18 months, 2 and 4 yrs. I have expertise in...
Deborah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Debbie has cared for our (now 15 month-old) daughter for several months now, and has been a wonderful caregiver for her. The moment we met Debbie and she met our daughter, we knew that she would be a caring, engaging, gentle, and intelligent addition to our...
Bethany K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've tutored high school kids who were in danger of not graduating, and got them to the finish line! I've also substitute taught all ages, and consider myself very skilled in listening and being an encouraging presence. I was always an "A" student, myself, and have a BA in English, graduating with honors. I've also tutored ESL...
5.0
"Having known Karen S. for the last 20 years, I often admirably change the spelling of her name to Carin'...a short form of "caring", because that so truly describes her!!! Whether offering loving support to a friend, or compassionately leading elders through...
Jewel C.
Andrea M.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Andrea and I am a college graduate who is 37 years old. I graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington with a BA in Psychology as well as many completed credit hours in the Early Childhood program offered at the school. I participated in numerous practicums on campus which included interacting with children...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Andrea was very professional and communicative. I am sorry that we did not have the opportunity to hire her after we met. She was extremely warm and friendly and would have been a great care provider!"
Johanna W.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Harpswell, ME
Nadine S.
5.0
Nadine truly enjoys her time with children. She treats my daughter as if she were her own. She is super reliable and is always willing to watch my daughter whenever I ask!
- Greta T.
Lauren C.
5.0
Lauren is a nurturing person and is sensitive to others needs. She is warm and comfortable with children and animals (especially dogs). Lauren is a perfectionist and takes pride in her work, she will be an asset to any family.
- Linda D.
Elena K.
5.0
Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again.
- Todd W.
Julia P.
5.0
Great caregiver! I definitely recommend her.
- Jennifer W.
Cora L.
5.0
My kids love Cora! She's come twice to babysit them, and they've asked when she'll come back. Both times, Cora arrived on time, with lots of energy, creativity, and good cheer. She drew a hopscotch on the driveway that literally had 100 boxes on it, because the kids were having so much fun. We'll...
- Valerie T.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Harpswell, ME
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Harpswell, ME?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Harpswell, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of January 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 Harpswell, ME?
Care.com currently has 1 reading tutors in Harpswell, ME. You can search for candidates by their distance from Harpswell 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 Harpswell that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Harpswell, 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 Harpswell 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 Harpswell, ME?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Harpswell, 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 Harpswell, 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.