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Katie W.
Scarborough, ME
$40-45/hr
I am studying to become an educator certified in grade 1-6. I have had a lot of experience working with students in a one on one setting within the local community.
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...
Emma C.
Scarborough, ME
$30-75/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am a second grade teacher. I am most knowledgeable with k-3 literacy but would be able to tutor students with any subject k-8.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a career child care provider currently looking for a nanny position beginning around Dec.-Feb., and occasional jobs starting now.
I have a bachelor's in psychology, have completed multiple courses in child psychology, behavior, and development, and I have over 20 years of experience caring for kids aged 0-10. My...
Skills:
CPR
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Elena is a wonderful babysitter, engaged and super responsible."
Samantha S.
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren is a caring individual. She is punctual and also smart."
ted C.
Sophie V.
Portland, ME
$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hello!
I am a graduate of UMaine with a degree in Sociology and I have 8+ years of professional childcare experience. I also have tutored children and can help with remote learning. Additionally I have experience working with the elderly, cleaning, cooking, and assisting with pet care.
My passion in life is helping children...
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.
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, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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.
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
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & 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.
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sophie C.
Portland, ME
$26-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey there!
My name is Sophie and I'm looking for a part time nanny position. I have a tremendous amount of childcare experience. In high school, I taught swim lessons from ages 6 months to 12 years. My current occupation is a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant. My clientele is primarily children on the spectrum. I most...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, my name is Daiane L, and I'm available evenings and weekends.
I'm a very energetic and genuinely happy person who loves to play and keep the kids busy doing things such as going to the playground, reading books, making projects with art and crafts ( I do love it!), helping with homework, and much more.
Daiane can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Abigail G.
Portland, ME
$21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! My name is abbie, just moved to Portland after graduating from UVM and am looking for the occasional childcare opportunity. I have about 10ish years of experience from your typical babysitting gig to elementary after school teacher and mothers helper. I'm comfortable and have experience with ages as young as a few weeks...
Abigail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Jessica S.
Westbrook, ME
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
College Level English (Writing And Reading), History, And French Tutor
I have been tutoring since my sophomore year of high school. I am currently a college-level English tutor at my university. I work with college students and their professors to improve students' reading and writing skills. I attend weekly tutor training sessions to assure that I am certified to do my job.
Emily R.
Portland, ME
$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/part-time Nanny Available For Weekday Position
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am currently a student at USM, pursuing a degree in Media Studies. I have 7+ years of babysitting/nannying experience. I lived in New York City for two and a half years, and while I was there I worked as an after school nanny for two wonderful sisters (ages 4-9). My responsibilities with them ranged from getting them...
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Scarborough, ME
Elena K.
5.0
Elena was a great sitter! I would absolutely hire her again.
- Todd W.
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.
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.
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.
Andrea M.
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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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Scarborough, ME
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Scarborough, ME?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Scarborough, ME on Care.com will cost an average of $23.43 per hour as of February 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 Scarborough, ME?
Care.com currently has 7 reading tutors in Scarborough, ME. You can search for candidates by their distance from Scarborough 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 Scarborough that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Scarborough, 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 Scarborough 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 Scarborough, ME?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Scarborough, 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 Scarborough, 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.