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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 • 4 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, 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
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Hired by 24 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, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Laura is extremely reliable, proactive and pays great attention to detail. I highly recommend her. She is also a pleasure to have around!"
Care member
5.0
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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
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)
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 needs and the elderly, cleaning, cooking, and assisting with...
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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....
Benjamin 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & 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.
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, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Delaney worked for us the summer of 2013 and did a great job with our two children, ages 4 and 6 at the time."
Christine L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! Thank you for reading my profile. I have over 30 years of experience caring for, educating, and nurturing children. I come from a big family with over 30 first cousins, so being with children is a natural experience for me. I am also a proud and loving mother to my 11-year-old son who absolutely lights up my life! I...
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Brenda arrived cheerful every day and was happy to offer help around the house beyond Walmart was asked, which was a huge help. My son did well with her and we would use her again in the future. "
Shayla W.
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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
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...
Hi! As of September 2024, I will not have any availability to tutor. Best of luck in your tutor search! Warm regards, Juli
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...
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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Scarllett C.
Cape Elizabeth, ME
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
I'm 26 Years Old, I'm From Peru And I Am Very Excited To Meet You!
I'd describe my personality as happy, responsible and empathetic
I like working with kids because I am passionate about being part of a person's growth from such a young age, they can teach us so much despite their young age.
I'm looking for a job that makes me feel safe, trustworthy with my employers, a good work environment...
Scarllett can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
1.0
(1)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Emma, I am a Montessori toddler teacher. I have been a professional nanny to infants and elementary age children for years, and am currently in a grad program for my Montessori credentials at MI-NE while teaching. I went to school for early childhood education, and have always been drawn to working with...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
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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.
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.
Delaney P.
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 actively play with you kids while...
- Suzanne M.
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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 $25.00 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 Saco, ME?
Care.com currently has 4 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.