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Hello!
A little bit about myself... I am currently a 2nd grade teacher in San Francisco holding a cleared teaching credential in both the state of California and Connecticut. I've been at my current school for 5 years teaching both Kindergarten & 2nd grade. I studied Early Childhood Education with a special education...
Caitlin J.
Menlo Park, CA
$50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Education Graduate Student Tutor: Fun, Engaging And Caring
I am in graduate school currently at San Francisco State University in a multiple subject credential/masters program. I co-teach Tuesday's and Thursday's in a 1st grade class while I am in school and worked in Kindergarten-4th grade. I absolutely love working with children and have also worked as a Camp Director at Mountain Camp...
Inga A.
Mountain View, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 10 + years of experience in teaching Art and can be super helpful in tutoring that as well as an early age educator for kids. Active. Play pickleball, sweem and run. As a caregiver have a big experience of taking care for people with different health condition. This experience includes help with personal hygiene,...
Shafia N.
San Bruno, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Seasoned Tutor, Babysitter, And Care Provider Of Various Age Groups And Subjects
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have been a tutor, nanny, housekeeper, babysitter, personal assistant, and have helped with errands/ meal prep for over 15 years; at schools, libraries, and homes. My very first student, went on to attend SOTA in San Francisco. I have helped students prepare for finals and essays. I have helped adult learners of...
5.0
"Shafia has been dependable and punctual and has consistently been able to help our son through all the homework we ask her to do with him."
Andrew C.
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.
Brianna M.
Hayward, CA
$40-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there!
My name is Brianna and I am a recent college graduate. I have just received my Masters in Chemistry from UCLA and am working full-time for a company in Livermore. However, I genuinely enjoy helping students with math and essay writing as well as working with kids and early high schoolers in my off-time. I make an...
5.0
"I recently hired Brianna to tutor both my soon to be fifth grader and soon to be first grader. She is helping them improve their skills with Math, reading and other subjects as needed. She is always punctual, patient, efficient, kind, very dependable and always...
Khaliah 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.
Devanshi P.
Fremont, CA
$55-75/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hi, my name is Devanshi. I have grown up playing teacher teacher and turned it into a career in teaching. I have a degree in Teaching from SJSU and have been teaching since the last 10 years. I love being around kids and aspire to provide an enjoyable learning experience for my students which is accompanied by activities that...
5.0
"Devanshi, or "Banshi" as my kids would call her, is one of the kindest people my family has ever encountered. She quickly became a family friend.
Our two girls were Devanshi's first babysitter job. She had her hands full with a toddler and infant but she always...
Angelo R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Farhana and teach Language Arts, Social Studies and Arts and Crafts to kids, youth, and adults. I have 25 years of teaching experience and taught at various learning environments, from homeschooling classes to private schools. My classes are engaging, interactive, and fun with games and drawings.
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
"Mamta was great with my very stubborn child and really changed her attitude and helped her catch up with Math in a matter of weeks. I would recommend Mamta to everyone."
Kseniya B.
Nathaniel B.
Hayward, CA
$25-30/hr
5.0
(1)
I'd describe my personality as reliable, dedicated, and genuine.
I like working with kids because of the different personalities I get to meet. I love discovering what each child is adept at and how their excitement carries their random thoughts into genuine passions. The joy they exhibit during that journey is not something...
5.0
"I feel so fortunate to find Nathaniel to tutor my son. My son didn’t have the motivation to do math. Nathaniel was so kind, patient, and encouraging. He took time to explain the math problems in detail and really connected well with my son. My son had looked...
Michelle L.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I offer in-person and remote tutoring. I have a bachelor's degree in Biology from Stanford, and have been teaching informally and formally since I was in junior high myself, when I used to help my sister and classmates with their math questions. I am known for being very approachable, and for making math accessible to students...
5.0
"Dianna is an excellent Tutor. We initially hired Dianna to help our son in 7th grade math. She is able to easily connect with our son and he enjoys working with her. Dianna is able to work with him with his school director work or to provide/find additional...
Joyce E.
Gloria S.
Los Gatos, CA
$25-30/hr
I have been a tutor for the last 10 years. My degree is in Chemistry with an emphasis in Elementary Education. I have been a teacher in Private schools and also have been apart of many science outreaches for elementary and high school students. I have experience teaching piano, violin and ukulele.
Alyssa D.
San Jose, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Business and English, math, science reading and writing. I am also a swim instructor and can help with private lessons. I can also help with the guitar. I am an excellent baby sitter and house cleaner. I have been babysitting since I was 13 and I'm now 38.
Michelle O.
Burlingame, CA
$35-150/hr • 10 yrs exp
Portuguese Literacy Lessons - Tailored To Your Needs!
Hi! I'm Michelle, a dedicated educator with 17+ years of teaching experience and a strong background in pedagogy, neuroscience, and multilingual education. I offer personalized Portuguese literacy lessons for children and adults, using engaging and structured methods to build reading, writing, and comprehension skills. My...
Nysha M.
Santa Clara, CA
$26-31/hr
I have experience working with kids and assisting with homework help and studying In daycare and as a private nanny. I have exceptional writing skills. I took college level English classes in high school and excelled in all English classes there and in college. Can assist with some other subjects for younger ages.
*BA & MA in English Literature @ Stanford (Graduated cum laude in 1997-8 with outstanding undergraduate honors thesis award), but also a side love of math and science!
*MS & HS English teacher for nationally ranked private school The Head-Royce School (Oakland, CA) from 1999- Present (Various teaching recognitions & 2011...
Hayley C.
Fremont, CA
$30-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi! I just graduated college with a BS in biology. I am a lifeguard and swim instructor with my first aid and CPR certifications. Taught multiple private swim lessons from infant-adult as well as children with special needs (also Special Olympics swim coach). Worked in church nursery infant-youth, youth group, VBS, Sunday...
Hi! This is Jenny, I'm a doctoral student studying classical music Opera, I graduated from the Shanghai Conservatory of Music and I have my master's degree from the Mannes School of Music in New York. My personality is responsible, patient and optimistic. Each child is the shining star of the family. I am willing to treat this...
I have over 20 years of experience working for a public school district in both special education and mainstream classrooms K-5. My district has provided me with extensive ongoing certified training and continued support in working with each of the grades. The training provided by the district includes tutoring and behavior...
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Recent private tutor reviews in Palo Alto, CA
Shafia N.
5.0
Shafia is a great math tutor. We are working on improving my 5th grader son's test scores and only after 2 sessions we have already seen improvement. Shafia does a great job explaining concepts step by step and is patient.
- Maria V.
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
Brianna M.
5.0
I recently hired Brianna to tutor both my soon to be fifth grader and soon to be first grader. She is helping them improve their skills with Math, reading and other subjects as needed. She is always punctual, patient, efficient, kind, very dependable and always wears mask. We will miss her so much...
- Khaliah C.
Paula W.
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 our house several times a week to...
- Christina H.
Devanshi P.
5.0
Devanshi is currently working with our child. We love the mixture of philosophies that she brings to her unique teaching style. Our child loves the activities and books Devanshi shares during their sessions together. They are actually working on stringing together sounds to form 2-3 letter words,...
- Sukhvir K.
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FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Palo Alto, CA
How much do private tutors cost near me in Palo Alto, CA?
The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Palo Alto, CA is $37.50 as of March, 2025. The actual rate your chosen private tutor charges can vary depending on the subject you require help with and how experienced the tutor is.
How do I find a private tutor near me in Palo Alto, CA?
To find a private tutor near you in Palo Alto, CA. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Palo Alto and can compare your options by subject expertise, their hourly rate, and how experienced they are. For example, you can narrow your search to a private English tutor, private Spanish tutor, or even to private SAT tutoring services.
What types of private tutoring services are available near me in Palo Alto, CA?
The most popular private tutoring services that you can find near you in Palo Alto, CA are usually for complex subjects such as chemistry, reading, or calculus. On Care.com, you can find private tutors near you who can teach a wide range of subjects for all grade levels, from elementary school to college.
How can I safely hire private tutoring near me in Palo Alto, CA?
When hiring private tutors for children, parents are rightfully concerned about safety. To help you find a private tutor safely near you in Palo Alto, CA, we ask all private tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck. You can look for private tutors who have a badge on their profile that indicates they completed this background check. However, to safely hire a private tutor near you in Palo Alto, CA, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references and running an independent background check.
What questions should I ask when interviewing a private tutor near me in Palo Alto, CA?
When interviewing private tutors near you in Palo Alto, CA, it’s a good idea to ask them questions about how they gained their area of expertise, how they best engage with students, and what their instruction style is. You can also ask them to provide you with references from current or former clients who can attest to their skills.