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215 reading tutors are listed in Portland, OR
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 6 years
Reading tutors in Portland, OR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as laid back, creative, and understanding
I've been working with kids for as long as I can remember, I been an older sister, Sunday school teacher, camp counselor, babysitter, nanny, as well as a mom for two years now.
I have always loved working with children (their more fun than adults anyhow)...
Chiara M.
Portland, OR
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Art & Craft Teacher/Bilingual Babysitter -nanny Available ( Italian-English)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Chiara. I'm 41 years old and I'm Italian. I was born and raised in Milan and moved to NYC at the age of 20. I have relocated from NYC to Portland couple of years ago and I love it!
I'm an artist, yoga teacher, roller-skater. I have been taking care of children, newborns, and teens for the last 20 years and I...
Chiara can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Chiara is wonderful in every way. She’s warm and kind and brings such a lovely energy to our home. She is organized, prompt, and a great communicator when it comes to scheduling. We love coming home to see the cute activities she and our toddler got up to while we...
Care member
Hello to all the amazing families out there! My name is Makoura and I am excited to get the opportunity to work with all the families. I love working with kids. I have experiences as a daycare worker, school teacher assistant, a para-educator (special education), and a general babysitter in the community. I love to read, cook,...
Makoura can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Sarah G.
Portland, OR
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I'm Sarah and I'm looking for occasional babysitting on nights and weekends. Open to caring for 1 or 2 children! I have 10 years of childcare experience, mostly being a nanny and preschool teacher! I am currently a nanny here in Portland! My most recent job was as an Early Interventionist, and have the knowledge that goes...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I have about 7 years of experience working with kids of all ages---babysitting, nannying, and teaching dance. I have recently finished my undergraduate at PSU, and would like to continue working with kids and families in need of a caretaker.
I love outside time at parks, finding fun activities/places to go with the kids,...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Kalycia H.
Portland, OR
$26/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello - My name is Kalycia and I am a recent graduate from Northwestern University. I started babysitting at around the age of 12, and honestly it is one of my favorite things to do! I used to watch my teacher's or coach's children until they extended me as a babysitter to their friends and family. I love baking, reading, music,...
Kalycia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a 30-year-old college graduate with a bachelors degree in Art History and German Studies and a masters degree in Teaching Elementary Education. I am looking for a part-time recurring gig on my weekends. I love being active, being outside, playing the piano, going to museums, reading, and learning new things.
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Phoebe and I just started my senior year of college at the University of Oregon. I have experience babysitting babies and children, ages 6 months to 13 years old, during my previous summer and winter breaks. I hope to work with children in the future as a speech pathologist and look forward to spending...
Phoebe can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi families!
I am looking to help those with the occasional date night or summer care.
I have over a decade of early education experience and bring curiosity and wonder to my teaching and caregiving. I have over three years of experience developing and writing curriculum for children 12-60 months, and over seven years of...
Maura can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Sage S.
Portland, OR
$23-24/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sage. Here is a little about me and my experience..
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, present. In my spare time I like to hike, read, and do anything creative.
I started working with kids through babysitting when I was 12. After graduating college, I began nannying for two year. Then I became a...
Sage can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Karly C.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have over 10 years of childcare experience. I have worked with infants to teenagers, my specialty being with toddlers and early childhood education. I have over five years experience working as a nanny and babysitter. I have experience with disabilities and neurodivergent children. I teach theater camps and have created a...
Karly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have a decade of childcare experience. I've worked in several different preschools, giving me experience with RIE, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf, and Montessori philosophies. I also ran my own kindergarten pod during the covid lockdown - phew! I've worked as a nanny and I'm now getting my master's degree and teacher certification in...
Rebecca can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
I am a kind and responsible person looking to work as a temporary sitter before starting nursing school this fall. Mainly available on weekdays. Past camp counselor and youth outdoor educator, current CNA and future nurse with a passion for lifting up others. I like encouraging play and fun with the kids I babysit, whether...
Lizbeth R.
Portland, OR
$26/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm outgoing, understanding and loving Preschool Teacher! I'm currently working on obtaining my Child Development Associate (CDA), and during the weekdays I work as a Child Care Provider. I have worked in Certified Center and Certified Homes, and continuous training to bring the best to my classroom! I am also registered in the...
Lizbeth can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hello, I'm Gwen. I'm a professional actor/theatre artist/teacher passionate about working with little ones. I live in the Concordia neighborhood in NE Portland, I have a safe vehicle and a clean driving record. I have 10 years experience working as a nanny for children from 3 months to age 13, as well experience teaching...
Gwendolyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sophia A.
Portland, OR
$18-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Sophia. I am 28 years old. I have worked with children teaching English, Spanish, Art, Ukulele, Dance & Gymnastics in professional settings. I have also worked as a nanny of 3; school drop off/pick up, excursions ie, the pool and park.
With children I love to encourage activities such as dancing, helping them...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as caring, firm but fair and I love to play
I like working with kids because they tell you exactly what they are feeling and most of them just want someone to listen to them.
I'm looking for a job that is close to home, not full time, mutually respectful and pays me what I am worth.
I started...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Homeschool Mom Providing Care for Other Families
I'd describe my personality as down to earth. artistic, and adaptable.
I like working with kids because kids are the center of my universe! I love being a mom and a teacher to young children. I learn from them every day and they bring me so much joy.
I started working with...
Phoebe can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families,
I have worked with children for 17 years doing a variety of jobs. Nannying, working at a daycare, teaching preschool and teaching in Portland Public Schools. I am also a mama of two. My son N is 5 years old and my daughter A is 3 years old.
I am a really positive, fun, and caring person and I enjoy spending time...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Elizabeth S.
Portland, OR
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Mon - Fri For A Regular Daytime Nanny Job & Regular Dog Walking Gigs
I graduated from CSUCI with a BA in Liberal Studies for teaching and currently full time Substitute Teacher during the school year. I'm a big reading enthusiast, love doing arts and crafts projects, enjoy taking children to the park, and really love day trips to the local museums, the beach, and more. Lastly, I am great with...
Elizabeth can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
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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 $23.21 per hour as of March 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 Portland, OR?
Care.com currently has 215 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 Rating4.9 / 5
Reading Tutors in Portland, OR are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 125 reviews of the 215 listed reading tutors.