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Find reading tutors in Scarborough, ME that you’ll love
60 reading tutors are listed in Scarborough, ME
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby reading tutors is 5 years
Reading tutors in Scarborough, ME
Matthew P.
Scarborough, ME
$35/hr • 1 yrs exp
Student At RPI, Patient And Well-Rounded, Working For Your Success
5.0
(2)
I recently graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with my Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering. I excelled at Math and Science in school, but I can help in many other subjects. I've had to have great time management and study skills as I was a student athlete at RPI.
I began tutoring in 2020 during the Covid-19...
5.0
"During the first year of the pandemic when my boys (elementary and middle school) were doing remote learning, Matt came over several days a week to tutor them. He really connected with my boys and came up with creative ways to get my stubborn non-writer to write....
Genevieve G.
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.
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, light cleaning, meal prep
Rachel H.
Scarborough, ME
$29-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a career child care provider currently looking for occasional caregiving jobs (I am employed full-time during the week).
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 child care...
Skills:
CPR
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: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
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 amazing with children of all ages, from infants to school age. Sophie has phenomenal communication skills between parents and children, patience and always obtains the most wholesome activities and lessons! Her nurturing and caring self will provide...
Letta O.
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, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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
(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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, 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.
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, 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am certified to teach grades K-8, and am currently a 4th/5th grade teacher living in Saco. I majored in Elementary Education in college, and I also have a Masters in Bilingual and Multicultural Education. I lived abroad in Madrid, Spain for 3 years while teaching English to Spanish-speaking students. I also speak Spanish and...
My passion is to modeling for children openness to life's opportunities for joy and learning that we are all gifted every day.
I have 6 years under my belt as a childcare provider, from art classes to after school groups to nannying. I'm experienced with children of all ages, from newborns to teens. I'm very comfortable...
Shanti can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have been at Wheelock College studying Elementary Education. I have taken my Math MTEL already and have had experience in the past working with elementary aged students with their homework, studying as well as completing projects.
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Scarborough, ME
Matthew P.
5.0
Matt helped my kids while they were in online school last year. He was very patient with both of them. Especially my daughter who was in 2nd grade. Matt kept them both engaged and focused. My son who was in 6th grade was very grateful for the guidance Matt provided. Matt was always on time and did...
- Rupam G.
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.
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.
Alison I.
5.0
Alison was friendly and fun with the kids. Definitely having her back!
- Valerie T.
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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 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 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.