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108 tutors are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby tutors is 4 years
Tutors in Santa Barbara, CA
5.0
(1)
I have tutor experience teaching English and elementary education abroad, and as an older sibling am a natural and patient homework helper!
Nancy S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
One On One Personal Instruction And Tutoring For Any Age
5.0
(1)
Have been tutoring since I was an undergrad at Cal State Northridge. Have worked with children, adults and seniors.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am currently getting my Master of Business Administration degree at Antioch University, Santa Barbara. Got Bachelor's in teaching. Worked with children, teenagers and youth. Helped a local family with 5 kids under 5 (5, 3, 2-year-olds and newborn twins) for 1, 5 years as a family assistant, nanny, and a homeschool tutor. I...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My friends and family would describe me as kind, patient, and self-motivated. I served as the President and Vice President of my elementary school and worked in leadership throughout middle school. In high school, I transferred to online learning to pursue my dream of becoming a professional ballerina. With my rigorous dance...
5.0
"I hired Alexis to tutor my 14 year old son and she has been nothing short of spectacular in getting his grades up, his assignments complete, and his understanding of subjects improved. Truly a lifesaver during Covid distance learning. I can't imagine a better...
Joshua K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have two wonderful boys, now thriving adults. We raised them with kindness and encouragement. I love children and would be very happy to be of service for a pod of up to 7 kids.
I have a degree in International Relations from UCSB. I taught Montessori preschool and infant swimming. I also worked for Lehman Brothers for 12...
Bailey M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Energetic And Creative Babysitter/Tutor/Personal Assistant
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Bailey!
I recently graduated from Westmont (23') where I majored in chemistry and minored in biology and art. I love the outdoors, being active, sports, and creating art. Throughout college (and after) I held many different positions: Chemical Researcher, Teacher's Assistant, Orientation Leader, customer service roles at...
Bailey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"She is punctual and reliable girl, and will do what you asked. she is quiet girl , I asked her reading for my kids a lot."
Yidan C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Macy and I am a recent UCSB Graduate with a major in Pharmacology! I am a pre med student currently taking classes online and working part time before applying to medical school next year. I love kids and have experience working with children with Special Needs and children of all ages. I have previously worked as a...
Macy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Macy was so flexible and professional on a really stressful day with the kids. She was an absolute life saver during a wedding we needed childcare for during the ceremony. The kids loved her!"
Hannah A.
Nancy S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Tutor - Teacher - Respite Support For Children And The Elderly
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Credentialed CA state security cleared teacher. Have extensive behavior management experience. I have multiple years of working with children with Cerebral Palsy, Autism, as well as many other disabilities as I am a Moderate to Severe Credentialed teacher. I also have live-in experience, working with the elderly and for those...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sarah, and I am a Westmont College alum with 10 years of experience caring for infants, youth, students, and pets. I come from a sports background, so I love being active and engaging with kids! I am also a certified swim instructor, and would be happy to teach your kids how to swim :)
My Strengths Finder top 5...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is amazing. She was a regular babysitter for our 3 kids until she moved to go to college (which we were all very sad about). She was and still is, hands down, our kids' favorite sitter. She always kept the kids busy playing games, drawing, coloring ect. She...
Avena Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am from Ukraine and have been residing in the states for 8 years now.
Taking care of kids is more than a job to me; it is a commitment to be a helpful partner to parents + to invest in children, help them thrive in day-to-day situations and grow in character and excellence.
I have worked with kids in non-profit...
Liudmyla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Luda provided child care for my son from age 2 to 10 months and has been such an important part of his life! Luda is very kind and has a calm demeanor which would translate well into any work she does. When I went back to work when my son was young, I always felt...
Carly D.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jamie. I love working with children, especially babies and toddlers! Creating close, meaningful connections is very important to me, so working one-on-one with children and their families is a perfect fit. I have been caring for children for 20 years, including 8 years teaching preschool. I'm very responsible,...
Jamie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"For the past twenty-odd years Jamie has made caregiving her profession as well as her passion. My son and I have gotten to know her very well over the past decade. From the time that he was three until he was eight or so, Jamie cared for my son over 100 times. He...
Kevin F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am s special education teacher in the Santa Barbara school district and have been working with children for over 15 years. I have experience as a nanny, tutor and teacher and love working with kids in every capacity. If you are looking for a trustworthy care provider you have found one here!
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I would highly recommend Alyssa for her skills - she was wonderful as she took care of my 5 year old."
Kamaljeet G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have experience working with kids, both as a babysitter as well as with my former jobs as a tutor and as a children's gymnastics coach. I love working with kids; I am attentive, caring, and compassionate, and I would be grateful for any and all opportunities to help out you and your family! Prices and hours negotiable :)
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
"Our family was vacationing in Santa Barbara for the month. We were looking for someone to watch our 3 and 6 year olds so we could have a couple of date nights. Natalie was everything our family needed and more! She fit in perfectly, she was kind, playful,...
Jenna H.
Camille V.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
I have just graduated from the University of Redlands, where I earned my B. S in Psychology to become a Behavioral Therapist for children with Autism.
I have been babysitting for several years and am an RBT with experience in clinical, school, and home settings. I believe in hands on, exciting interaction and hope to...
Camille can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Camille was a calm and caring nanny for us 2 times a week. She washed her hands when she arrived and gave us updates throughout the day. She was in tune with our child and picked up on his cues to meet his needs. We would hire again in a heartbeat"
Jonathan M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, friendly, and giving.
I like working with kids because they bring me joy, I like helping them learn and I enjoy being imaginative with them.
I'm looking for a job that brings me happiness and is rewarding.
I started working with kids when I was 13 years old.
In my spare time,...
Ariana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Ariana is the babysitter of your dreams! She is the most trustworthy, responsible, timely, caring, loving babysitter we’ve ever had! I found her on care.com and at first I was a bit skeptical about using an app to find someone, but I am so glad I did. She really...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a grad from the University of Pittsburgh for my Doctorate of Occupational Therapy. I am working in Santa Barbara on a travel contract. I recently cut back my hours to 4 days a week so I have some spare time! I am currently working in a pediatric clinic - I love working with children!
I have childcare experience of 10+...
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Melanie was wonderful with my son. She was very intentional during her time with him. He really enjoyed her and was always happy when she would arrive. I felt very comfortable with her being with him! I would recommend her!"
Kerri A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Hannah and I am a 23-year-old college student. I started babysitting as soon as I possibly could at the age of 13. I have worked with kids in various professional settings since I was 14, watching up to 15 kids at a time, including as a camp counselor every summer since 2016. I held two nanny positions in 2020 and...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Mistea S.
Santa Barbara, CA
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am a 25-year-old undergraduate at SFSU studying physics with the hopes of earning a Ph. D someday. Since I am quite good at math and the sciences I could even help tutor your child during my visits. My current job is unfortunately undergoing repairs for the next couple months due to a fire that occurred last week so I...
Mistea can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"We needed last minute care and Mistea came through and saved the week! She's kind, attentive, and smart. My 15-month-old loved her. Thank you so much, Mistea!"
Nychelle R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Hannah, and I am a Chico State graduate with Bachelor degrees in both Child Development and Psychology.
I have been working with children professionally for 10 years, including within preschool settings (in which I planned, developed, and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum), Day Camp...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah took care of our 1 and 3 year old boys for 3 evenings while we were visiting Santa Barbara. She took great care of the boys - played with them, gave them dinner, and put them to sleep. She went above and beyond by bringing toys and activities, which she...
Carly C.
Samantha P.
Santa Barbara, CA
$28/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced K-6 Tutor Specializing In Reading Intervention And Academic Success
I specialize in tutoring elementary aged students in reading, math, and science. With 7 years of experience, I also have expertise in reading intervention using the 95% curriculum. I create personalized lessons to suit each child's learning style, making learning fun while building confidence. My goal is to help students reach...
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Recent tutor reviews in Santa Barbara, CA
Alexis R.
5.0
I hired Alexis to tutor my 14 year old son and she has been nothing short of spectacular in getting his grades up, his assignments complete, and his understanding of subjects improved. Truly a lifesaver during Covid distance learning. I can't imagine a better tutor.
- Joshua K.
Bailey M.
5.0
She is punctual and reliable girl, and will do what you asked. she is quiet girl , I asked her reading for my kids a lot.
- Yidan C.
Macy W.
5.0
Macy was flexible, arrived on time, and was amazing with our little. She even ran last minute errands for me with our little in tow. Super trustworthy, kind, patient, and easy for my toddler to trust. I plan to hire her again for our next event!
- Annelisa R.
Sarah G.
5.0
Sarah is amazing. She was a regular babysitter for our 3 kids until she moved to go to college (which we were all very sad about). She was and still is, hands down, our kids' favorite sitter. She always kept the kids busy playing games, drawing, coloring ect. She really spent time with the kids,...
- Avena Z.
Liudmyla K.
5.0
Luda is a great nanny! My son was having a bad day when she arrived but by the time I got home he was in a great mood, sleepy, and easy to put down for bed. 10/10 would hire again!
- Alice Z.
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FAQs for finding tutors near me in Santa Barbara, CA
In 2025 how much does it cost to hire a tutor in Santa Barbara, CA?
Hiring a tutor in Santa Barbara, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $24.85 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
Care.com currently has 108 tutors in Santa Barbara, CA. You can search for tutors by their distance from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara, CA?
The most popular tutoring services that you can find in Santa Barbara are usually private tutoring classes in subjects such as math, chemistry, reading, English, or Spanish. On Care.com, you'll find tutors in Santa Barbara who can teach different grades from high school to elementary school, or even college.
What does a Santa Barbara, 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 108 tutors near you in Santa Barbara, CA that can help with a wide variety of subjects.
Ratings for Santa Barbara, CA tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Tutors in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews of the 108 listed tutors.