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60 tutors are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average posted rate is $31/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby tutors is 5 years
Tutors in Palo Alto, CA
5.0
(1)
Hi! I've tutored kids of all ages in math, English, science, piano, and swimming lessons. I'm currently applying to medical school and also have experience tutoring college-level biology, chemistry, and physics courses. Happy to help where needed!
5.0
"Austin is kind, thoughtful, patient and responsible. He has a positive and gentle style that puts my elderly mother at ease as he was spending time with her. His intelligence and kindness shines through his engagement with her."
Mary Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a learning specialist with extensive experience in education. I focus on proving academic support by using a variety of research-based learning strategies, as well as an innovative approach to help students learn the material. I am a credentialed middle school teacher and hold an M. S in Special Education.
5.0
"Nina has made distance learning so much easier for my daughter. A real gem."
Susan H.
Suhani S.
Palo Alto, CA
$40-60/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I started working with children my freshman year of high school as a volunteer at the YMCA and starting working there shortly after. At the start of the Pandemic, we were all laid off and I was eager to continue teaching children. I started working at a Tutor company early this year and am continuing through the end of summer...
Gabriela T.
Palo Alto, CA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Tutor, Camp Counselor, Language Assistant, Mentor, And In-class Aide Experience
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My first job was as a camp counselor at CMT in Palo Alto and I have since then been a tutor here in California and in Massachusetts while I was in college. I have also been an in-class aide and a short-term nanny for a family in San Francisco. Most recently I taught English to students aged 5-12 abroad in Spain. I am creative,...
Gabriela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabriela is amazing. She worked with us one summer and our 3 year old son loves her! Even now from time to time I ask her for part-time help. She is GREAT and any family will be lucky to have her!"
Anu H.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My name is Christine, and I am a Preschool Teacher who works for a high-quality childcare center in Los Altos. I have a BA in Child Development from SJSU, and am First-Aid and CPR certified. I am fluent in English and Spanish. I have 15+ years of experience working in the childcare field as an infant/toddler teacher, preschool...
Christine can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
4.0
"Christine worked with my 2.5 year old daughter while I was at home spending some one on one time with my son, keeping her entertained and happy, which takes some skill. My daughter never complained or looked for me while she was with Christine. She also took both...
Heather D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 5+ years working which kids all over the Bay Area from newborn to high school students in tutoring, day care, academics, piano and sports.
I have experience with taking care of dogs. I have a 5-year-old Husky.
Please let me know how I can help! :)
Tiffany can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I am very happy with Tiffany's piano lessons for my children (9 and 6). She is knowledgable, patient, and connect well with the kids!"
Paisa S.
3.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Mariela (Mari) for short. I am a mother of three my oldest is 14, my middle child is 4 and my little one is 2. I worked 11 years at Redwood high school. I did the teenage mothers program where we helped the girls finish and graduate high school and teach them child development. I stayed at that position for 5...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Andrea R.
Palo Alto, CA
$45-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Customized, Quality, Private Language Arts Tutor,specialized In Primary Grades
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A former classroom teacher with 20 years of private language arts tutoring, I have worked with students from K-High School including children diagnosed with dyslexia, ADD/ADHD and speech disorders. Each lesson I provide is individually tailored to the child's learning style, where I employ a multi-sensory approach with a focus...
Rauf O.
Palo Alto, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Online Tutor For Computer Science, Programming, ESL, Science(Biology And Chemistry)
With over 10 years of experience as a tutor, I have built a remarkable track record in teaching a wide range of subjects, including Math, Computer Science, Programming, Robotics, Science (Biology & Chemistry), and ESL. My demanding yet supportive teaching approach enables students to learn faster and excel beyond expectations...
Hello, my name is Leticia and I was born/raised here in the Bay Area. I'm fluent in Spanish and English. I have a successful experience working with kids of all ages and needs. I currently work full time in the health care industry as a scheduler for top executives. I have a remarkable ability to work well in a fast paced...
I speak Spanish fluently, and took Spanish classes all through high school (passed the Spanish AP exam). I have also taken several university-level Spanish courses. I am available to tutor students of any age in Spanish. I am also available to tutor elementary aged children in phonics, linguistics, reading, writing, math, art,...
I've am a very good motivator and math teacher for the younger grades. Math is one of my favorite subjects and I have the most experience teaching it to younger grades. I do not have a degree in Math specifically, but I did get a degree in aeronautical science and went up to calculus III on my own.
Piano is an instrument that I...
A language teacher with 28 working experience is confident with English chinese and maths tutoring for elementary school level. Can also tutor AP Chinese. Very approachable and patient
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Kathryn W.
Palo Alto, CA
$75-100/hr • 8 yrs exp
I am a long-time educator with a certification in 5-8th grade English. I am now a journalist working freelance and am highly experienced at teaching writing and reading skills. I tutored during the pandemic in all subjects for four 3rd graders.
I am available to tutor in writing and reading for any age, as well as college...
Hi! My name is Fanny and I'm from Brazil! I have two children, and I live in Milpitas.
I've been living in California for 6 years, and I've been working with children 0 to 8 years old since I got here in US. I have no degrees from US, but in Brazil I did Early Child Development and Physical Education.
I worked as a PE teacher...
Haijie J.
Palo Alto, CA
$30-60/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am currently assistant teacher at Chinese after school . I am Mandarin tutor at non-speak Chinese households. I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, passionate, honest, happy, kind, easygoing, and cheerful.
I like tutoring because I have 36 years of teaching experiences and enjoys working with kids.
I'm looking for...
Eva G.
Palo Alto, CA
$35-57/hr • 2 yrs exp
I am interested in tutoring for the connection with the child and to help them grow! A little about me is I have ADHD which if your child is struggling with that I can provide support and encouragement. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
Tashi T.
Palo Alto, CA
$27-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Passionate Sports & Fitness Professional | Strength, Conditioning & Wellness
With a strong background in physical training and wellness, I specialize in helping individuals achieve peak performance through customized fitness programs, strength training, and injury prevention. I have experience working with diverse age groups and fitness levels, including athletes and active seniors.
My approach combines...
Maya L.
Palo Alto, CA
$26-31/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Maya. I am looking for a tutoring job. I have 2 years of experience tutoring 6th grade to 12th grade students in English and lower level science.
As a former Middle School Science teacher, I have hands on experience with guiding young people to solve problems through curiosity. I have tutored all ages Reading, Math & Science. I am also an avid Salsa dancer and fluent Spanish speaker. I have taught Spanish classes and English as a second language classes to adults. I've...
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Recent tutor reviews in Palo Alto, CA
Austin Y.
5.0
Austin is kind, thoughtful, patient and responsible. He has a positive and gentle style that puts my elderly mother at ease as he was spending time with her. His intelligence and kindness shines through his engagement with her.
- Mary Y.
Nina H.
5.0
Nina has made distance learning so much easier for my daughter. A real gem.
- Susan H.
Gabriela T.
5.0
Gabriela is amazing. She worked with us one summer and our 3 year old son loves her! Even now from time to time I ask her for part-time help. She is GREAT and any family will be lucky to have her!
- Anu H.
Christine L.
4.0
Christine worked with my 2.5 year old daughter while I was at home spending some one on one time with my son, keeping her entertained and happy, which takes some skill. My daughter never complained or looked for me while she was with Christine. She also took both kids to our local school. She...
- Heather D.
Tiffany Y.
5.0
I am very happy with Tiffany's piano lessons for my children (9 and 6). She is knowledgable, patient, and connect well with the kids!
- Paisa S.
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FAQs for finding tutors near me in Palo Alto, CA
In 2025 how much does it cost to hire a tutor in Palo Alto, CA?
Hiring a tutor in Palo Alto, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $31.78 per hour as of April 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each tutor has, the subject you need help with, and how often you will require tutoring.
How can I find a tutor near me in Palo Alto, CA?
Care.com currently has 50 tutors in Palo Alto, CA. You can search for tutors by their distance from Palo Alto and compare your options by hourly pay rate, the experience, the subjects they teach, and their availability. You can also see reviews from other families that have used the tutors you're interested in. If you're interested in distance learning, explore your options for online tutors.
What type of tutoring services in 2025 can I find near me in Palo Alto, CA?
The most popular tutoring services that you can find in Palo Alto are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Palo Alto who can teach different grades from high school to elementary school, or even college.
What does a Palo Alto, CA tutor do?
Generally, the term tutor refers to someone who helps students better understand an academic subject such as chemistry, math or English. The responsibilities a tutor can take on can vary. Some may simply help their students with areas of a subject they struggle with by instructing them and others may choose to help with homework or to review projects the student works on. There are 50 tutors near you in Palo Alto, CA that can help with a wide variety of subjects.
Ratings for Palo Alto, CA tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Tutors in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed tutors.