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60 high school tutors are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average posted rate is $35/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby high school tutors is 3 years
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Hello, I'm Hoorig and I specialize in tutoring Biology (and related classes) for all ages/levels. I graduated with a Bachelor's in Biology/minor in Chemistry from California Poly Pomona. I went on to earn my PhD from UCLA in Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular Genetics. My research experience continued through my postdoctoral...
Hi! I'm a dedicated tutor with 3 years of experience working with students from elementary to high school, and even some college learners. I specialize in English Language Arts, Math, Science, Special Education, Test Prep, Art, and Computers. Whether your student needs help improving their grades, preparing for tests, or...
Elizabeth B.
Stanford, CA
$20-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an incoming PhD student at Stanford with a BS in Biochemistry and MSE in Bioengineering. I have a passion and talent for teaching complex concepts to students with different learning styles and needs. Throughout my undergraduate and graduate experiences, I tutored peers in subjects ranging from Multivariable Calculus,...
Megan L.
Redwood City, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Dedicated Educational Professional Supporting Students Of Various Ages And Backgrounds
I have 2 years of experience tutoring Anthropology and math up to Intermediate Algebra in the College from 2015 to 2017. Just recently, I helped high school students as a Summer Teaching Assistant in Psychology. In other nontraditional educational settings, I led classes as a Latin-based dance fitness Zumba Instructor and...
I have always provided mentorship and encouraged the love of learning with students that I work with. I excel in writing, language, and history, but am also adept in the sciences. I have designed my own curricula for ESL courses that I taught and provided tutoring in after-school programs.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a compassionate, friendly college student with experience tutoring students of all ages. One of my strengths is encouraging children to learn in a positive environment while making learning fun. In addition, I have volunteered at a preschool where I taught students transitioning from preschool to kindergarten how to...
5.0
"Katherine babysit our 7 and 3y.o. kids. She arrived on time and brought some board-games. At the end my son asked me to go out again, so Katherine can come over and play with them:) Will definitely reach out to Katherine for future needs. Highly recommend!"
Maxim G.
I studied Spanish from 9th grade in High School through to the end of college (8+ years). I spent a semester abroad in Seville, Spain, where I lived with a Spanish family and onl spoke Spanish, as well as took classes in Spanish. I tutored for a semester for college students in Spanish 102 & 105 classes.
Hello!
I'm an experienced elementary school teacher! I've been teaching for 10 years. I've taught second grade third grade. I absolutely love helping students excel and build on their reading and math skills during the summer. I also have my master's degree in reading and literacy.
4.9
(20)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
"Children must be taught how to think, not what to think."
A native English speaker, originally from the Midwest. I have been a K-12 Tutor for over 10 years. I have a Bachelor of Secondary Education and a Master of Arts in Business Management with an emphasis in Leadership.
I strive to meet the needs of each of my students...
5.0
"Thank you for your hard work in supporting my daughter as they develop. Your patience and commitment to supporting my child has mean a lot to our family."
With your guidance, my daughter has developed into a confident and capable child. Thank you for being such an...
Preethi R.
5.0
(1)
I have tutored before, best with grades 1st - 9th. I also have worked at elementary school for 12 weeks.
5.0
(3)
My bachelor's degree is in child and adolescent development with a concentration in teaching. I have graduated from USC with my Masters of Arts in Teaching and am an elementary school teacher. I am in my fifth year of teaching. During the beginning of the pandemic, I tutored students from 1st-8th grade virtually. I have a great...
5.0
"Alyssa is wonderful with my daughter. She makes her homework fun and my daughter always looked forward to her session with Alyssa. We have noticed my daughters attitude change towards school and homework and grades got a lot better since Alyssa."
Sonya R.
5.0
(4)
TUTORING
I have worked in elementary education for the past 8 years, first as a teacher, then as an assistant principal coaching reading and math. I currently train school leaders. I am available to tutor:
-Kinder to 5th reading and writing
-Kinder to 2nd grade math
PET CARE/SITTING
Previously I have owned a medium sized dog,...
5.0
"Vanessa is amazing and has patience when teaching."
Elizabeth G.
Casey L.
San Jose, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Casey! I am a Mechanical Engineering Student at Santa Clara University. I love math and physics. In high school, I took AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics, and AP Computer Science A. I have taken 3 college calculus that covered material from single variable to multi-variable calculus. I have taken 2 college...
5.0
"Casey tutored my 11th-grade daughter mostly in Physics/Math and some English/History. She was a pleasure to have as a tutor. She was very punctual and patient with my daughter. I would definitely hire Casey again."
Richard C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
for more than 15 years and became full time tutor as I love to teach and mentor. I am offering professional tutoring services in the following subjects- Math(Common Core, Algebra, Pre algebra, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Calculus), Science, Physics, and financial education. I also work with special needs supporting their academic...
5.0
"The math tutoring with Mamta has helped tremendously. It has helped my 10-yr old better understand the mathematical concepts she typically had difficulty with. I often struggled when trying to help my daughter with her math assignments, resulting in frustration...
Len L.
Jacqueline C.
Santa Clara, CA
$25-30/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Jacqueline although everyone calls me Jackie. I am a fourth year undergraduate biomedical engineering student studying at San Jose State University. Im looking to make some extra cash to pay for school. Some of my hobbies include soccer, arts and crafts, painting, working out, and cooking. My favorite subject is math. In...
5.0
"Jackie is a great tutor! She enjoys teaching kids and is good at motivating them. My kid is shy, but Jackie is cheerful and makes the studying more fun. She is also clear on communication and reliable. I highly recommend Jackie as the best tutor!"
Sachiko G.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Sandra and I am a CA multiple subjects and single subject (Home Economics) credentialed teacher. I have lots of experience with tutoring and helping youth of various ages with their needs. I have tutored elementary to high school aged students. I have a now 15-year-old son and have taught him to read. I believe in...
5.0
"Sandra is an extremely thoughtful and compassionate person. She constantly strives to do her best and learn more about her job."
Mallory G.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a high school math teacher who is bilingual in English and Spanish. I have been teaching math for more than 10 years.
My greatest joy is to help students learn and seeing them be successful!
This year I will only do virtual tutoring. If you have any questions feel free to send me a message.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had a fulfilling career as a high school English teacher for 15 years. More recently, I have served as as an education director for a tutoring center and worked with pre-k students up to college aged students. I have helped prepare students for standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT, and TOEFL. I especially enjoy...
5.0
"When we lived in another state, we had this amazing helper - Marilyn that arrived on time and almost floated in with her super human cape on --- to fix things, make it better. Finally I found someone here in the bay area that is similar to her. That person?...
Jill C.
Paula W.
San Mateo, CA
$35-100/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time To Full-Time Tutor, Caregiver And Family Assistant
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a positive and energetic 32-year-old college graduate and certified holistic nutritionist and private chef. Ever since I was a teenager, I have been babysitting and tutoring children, especially children 4 years and older. I do have some experience with toddlers too. I tutor in all subjects, but especially Math, English,...
5.0
"My 4th Grade daughter was struggling with organizing herself during pandemic distance learning on top of a newly identified math-related learning disability. I have a full time job so cannot take the time out during the day to support her. I hired Paula to come to...
Christina H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am glad I got a degree in Education and appreciate every subject part of the curriculum. I love knowledge and finding ways to use everything I learned in school as a tool to help others. Pursuing higher education made me further acknowledge why learning is important. Whenever I had time off from college, I made the choice to...
5.0
"Wensea did a fantastic job in working with my 10 yr old grandson in English and Math. My grandson didn't like reading and writing, but Wensea worked at making it fun and rewarding. Within two sessions, Wensea had my grandson completing reading comprehension....
Rebecca I.
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Recent high school tutor reviews in Palo Alto, CA
Katherine C.
5.0
Very easy to communicate with; good with my twin girls and tutored them in maths and writing. Kids like her a lot :)
- Linda G.
Christina P.
5.0
We started looking for a reading tutor when we noticed our 6 yr old was having trouble learning to read. I interviewed a number of candidates and what struck me was how much time Christina took to get to know my kid as an individual, rather than assigning a curriculum or a method to him.
We've been...
- Care member
Alyssa R.
5.0
Alyssa is wonderful with my daughter. She makes her homework fun and my daughter always looked forward to her session with Alyssa. We have noticed my daughters attitude change towards school and homework and grades got a lot better since Alyssa.
- Sonya R.
Vanessa E.
5.0
Vanessa was very patient and devoted to her work. Seems as if she was always ready to tackle whatever came her way. It was always appreciated that she was well-tempered and responsible in the manner she spoke and presented herself. Definitely no regrets!
- Leo A.
Casey L.
5.0
Casey tutored my 11th-grade daughter mostly in Physics/Math and some English/History. She was a pleasure to have as a tutor. She was very punctual and patient with my daughter. I would definitely hire Casey again.
- Richard C.
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FAQs for finding high school tutors near you in Palo Alto, CA
How much do high school tutors charge near me in Palo Alto, CA?
The average hourly rate for a high school tutor near you in Palo Alto, CA is $35.80. This is just an average though and the actual rate you’ll pay for high school tutoring will vary due to a couple of different factors. For example, the experience level of the tutor, the subject your child requires assistance with, and the level of classes your child is taking can all impact the rate a high school tutor charges.
Where can I find an experienced high school tutor near me in Palo Alto, CA?
If you’re looking for tutors for high school students near you in Palo Alto, CA, you can use Care.com to simplify your search. You can start by filtering available high school tutors by their location and rate. From there you can read their profiles to learn more about their experience and to check out reviews from other clients.
What types of high school tutors near me in Palo Alto, CA are available to hire?
You can find a wide variety of high school tutors near you in Palo Alto, CA. From English to writing, to high school math tutors, you can cover all of the basics. You can also find high school tutors who can help your teen study for college entrance exams like the SATs. Some high school tutors even specialize in niche subjects like organic chemistry, biology or calculus.
How can I safely hire a high school tutor for my child near me in Palo Alto, CA?
When you look into hiring a high school tutor for your teen, safety is something that is likely top of mind. To help you find a high school tutor safely near you in Palo Alto, CA, we ask all tutors for high school students listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck. You will find a badge on a tutor’s profile that shares when they had this background check run if they completed it. That being said, to safely hire a high school tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research. This can be done by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.
What questions should I ask when interviewing a high school tutor near me in Palo Alto, CA?
Again, interviewing a handful of high school tutor candidates near you in Palo Alto, CA is a good idea. Being good at tutoring for high school students depends on their background and teaching preferences. You can ask high school tutors where they learned their area of expertise, what teaching techniques they tend to use, and what subject matter areas they feel most comfortable teaching.