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Allison O.
Scarborough, ME
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I am currently in the Honors Program as a Biology major at the University of Southern Maine with a 4. 0 GPA. I have had experience tutoring middle schoolers as part of my past few nannying jobs. I have also tutored high schoolers as part of the peer tutoring program in my high school. My favorite areas to study and tutor...
Ava G.
Scarborough, ME
$10-37/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Ava G. I'm currently a junior at Holy Cross in Worcester where I am studying economics and environmental studies.
I have been babysitting since I was 12 ( so going on 10 years). I have experience with children aged 6 months to 12 years.
I also work as a substitute teacher at my high school (Maine).
I am the...
Ava can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
I am a first grade teacher, and I love working with children in and out of the educational setting. If your child needs some support to help them be successful in school, I may be able to help. I am particularly strong with K-2 kiddos, but I am comfortable working with kids K-5 academically. I can come to your home or you can...
I have had experience tutoring grades elementary through high school, as well as in person classroom experience grades 1-4 teaching English, history, and geography. I also have foreign language experiencing teaching beginner Chinese mandarine.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
First off, I love children! I have 14 years of teaching and tutoring experience in diverse settings in the Boston Area. For the past 18 months, I have been teaching reading, math, and speech intervention one -on -one to students with special needs at LindaMood-Bell in Newton, MA. I also have 7 years of nannying experience, which...
Sandra R.
Biddeford, ME
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I'm Sandra! I was most recently a nanny to ur wonderful children, aged 18 months, 2 1/2, 4, and 7. The family I worked for was transitioning to a live-in nanny to support their travel schedule. I have four years experience of full time childcare and the typical babysitting experience before that. I've cared for...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
I work in Sharon two days a week so I have experience tutoring children.
I ran an innovative education program for high school and college students for 10 years and have tutored and mentored numerous students with a wide variety of learning styles, including those with learning disabilities. I feel comfortable working with all age groups. I always try to make the learning process fun for my students.
4.8
(21)
Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood
I love animals, baking, gardening, being active outside and reading. I am CPR and first aid trained and love caring for every stage, newborn, toddler, preschool, and school age kiddos! I have 3 wonderful children and love being a mom! My oldest daughter is a teacher and younger two sons are both in college so I'm looking forward...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura took wonderful care of our 9-month old. Highly recommend her for your childcare needs. "
Caitlin K.
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again."
Todd W.
Sophie V.
Portland, ME
$22-28/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
*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...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophie is a very inspiring person. She is a hard worker and a problem solver. Sophie is always on time and ALWAYS displays positive behavior/outlook. Sophie is also very adaptable which has proven very handy!"
Jacob M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Alison can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Alison was friendly and fun with the kids. Definitely having her back!"
Valerie T.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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.
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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Delaney is a delight! She watched our active toddler for 5 hours a day this summer, and was full of energy and able to keep him occupied (no small feat) all summer long. She responds well to communication, and is prompt. We like her quite a bit, and highly...
Marianne B.
Hello, families of Portland! My name is Becket, and I am an early childhood music teacher. I love working with kids, so I thought care. com would be a great resource for some fulfilling work between semesters.
I'd describe my personality as optimistic, energetic, and patient.
I like working with kids because they make the...
As the oldest of seven children, I have extensive experience in caring for children of all ages from infants to teens. Additionally, I have been working as a private babysitter and nanny for the last 14 years. I am also experienced in caring for multiple children at once and children with special needs such as Autism Spectrum...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Julia C.
South Portland, ME
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Elizabeth K.
Portland, ME
$20-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there! My name is Liz and I am a fun-oriented, nature-loving lady that tries to spend every moment possible learning! I have worked with kids for the past 8 years in various capacities. I have 7 years of experience as a youth development professional in an experiential education setting as well as several summers' worth of...
Kelly B.
Portland, ME
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Throughout college, I tutored for one year at an elementary school, helping with any subjects they may need. Additionally, I volunteered at an after school program where I helped the students with their homework. This past year, I was living in Chile, where I worked for a non-profit. My job included mentoring youth (ages 8-18),...
Matthew H.
Portland, ME
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified K-8 Teacher With Master's Degree In Literacy Education
Hello! My name is Matt and I'm an early childhood teacher. I have almost 20 years of classroom experience. Most of my classroom experience is in Kindergarten, although I've also taught first and second grades. I also spent a few years as a K-5 Literacy Coach and worked with many teachers and children on ways to optimize...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Saco, ME
Laura O.
5.0
Laura took wonderful care of our 9-month old. Highly recommend her for your childcare needs.
- Caitlin K.
Elena K.
5.0
Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again.
- Todd W.
Sophie V.
5.0
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 because they do not function well in the public school system. We had some kids that I found difficult to work with. Not explicitly, rather through her...
- Benjamin W.
Alison I.
5.0
Alison was friendly and fun with the kids. Definitely having her back!
- Valerie T.
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 Saco, ME
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Saco, ME?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Saco, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $25.60 per hour as of April 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 Saco, ME?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Saco, ME. You can search for candidates by their distance from Saco 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 Saco that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Saco, 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 Saco 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 Saco, ME?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Saco, 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 Saco, 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.