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60 private tutors are listed in Boston, MA
The average rate is $39/hr as of December 2023
The average experience for nearby private tutors is 5 years
Private tutors in Boston, MA
Melissa E.
Boston, MA
$50-100/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Educator With 3 Years Tutoring In Private Households
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Hi, I'm Melissa! With extensive experience as a private tutor through Tutors International, a Fulbright Teaching Fellowship, and time with Teach for America, I'm passionate about helping students succeed. I hold an M. Ed with a focus on Curriculum Design and create personalized lesson plans to cater...
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I have been teaching in the Boston area since 2011. I studied Studio Education and Painting at MassArt. During my time in undergrad I was a mentor at Artists for Humanity, gave gallery talks at the Institute of Contemporary Art, and started my student teaching at Dorchester Academy. After graduation...
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Hello! Bonjour! I'm Julia, an energetic, patient person with three years of teaching and tutoring experience, as well as working with children with IEPs/learning challenges. I grew up speaking French and taught in three elementary schools in the suburbs of Paris, and I now work in the administration...
Emily S.
Boston, MA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have volunteered at a local NJ family success center tutoring grade school children for 2 years and have privately tutored high school kids throughout my time in high school as a member of the National Honors Society.
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Hello! I'm a passionate educator and a current 2nd-grade teacher right here in Brookline, MA. I'd like to introduce myself and offer my tutoring services to your family.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Point Park University, where I graduated in 2020. I'm not only...
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Hi! I am an educated and creative person with a good sense of humor living in downtown Boston. Growing up I loved baby sitting in the summers and working in the church nursery and Sunday school. I have 10+ years experience working with children of various ages including teaching communication skills...
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5.0
Betty worked for me for about 2 years, she is punctual, has excellent customer service, excellent people skills, connects well with others. She is dedicated, driven and a pleasure to work with.
Reviewed by Kelli S.
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I am soon to be a secondary education graduate student at Lesley University, with a focus on English education. I have been a nanny and a tutor for several years to elementary and middle school-aged kids. I work at Boston Children's Museum and am skilled at interacting with and working with...
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I am a licensed MA teacher and I have over 5 years of tutoring. For the past three years, I have worked in the Boston Public Schools in grades K-10. Some of my favorite parts of being a teacher were the aspects that allowed me to be creative and build personal relationships with the students. I...
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Having attended college at the age of 15, my joy for learning and enthusiasm has led me to tutor students of all ages. I believe excellence is driven by hard work, and fueled with creativity.
My degree focuses on elementary, and my experience branches to young adults preparing for business school...
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Hi there! I'm Aliza and I am a student at Northeastern! I have ample experience with kids in both a personal and an educational/professional setting. I am comfortable with kids of all ages and would be happy to help out with schoolwork and household tasks as well. I have experience working with...
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Hi! My name is Easton and I have been a tutor for 3 years! I primarily tutor Math, English, and Test prep. :) I love being a tutor because it allows me to engage with people that encourages them to love learning as they develop new skills that enhance their understanding. I am a firm believer in...
Marie S.
Boston, MA
$45-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Tutor for Elementary Students and Part Time Caregiver Available.
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I am a retired teacher with experience teaching first, second and third graders. The topics I have tutored are Reading, Writing and some Mathematics. My degrees are in Elementary Education. During my last three years of teaching, I was using the methods of Reading Recovery for first graders who...
Shayna C.
Boston, MA
$125-150/hr • 5 yrs exp
Personalized Tutoring By A Former Special Education Teacher!
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Hello! My name is Shayna and I am a former special education teacher with a passion for education and helping students reach their full potential. I bring a unique understanding of diverse learning needs and the ability to tailor instruction to individual students.
Through my experience, I have...
Marie W.
Boston, MA
$10/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello, I'm Marie! Currently, I'm pursuing my Ph. D. in Physics. I've had the privilege of tutoring math, physics, and chemistry at both high school and college levels, and I'm enthusiastic about helping students of all ages reach their academic goals. While physics is my passion, I'm also a...
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Hello! I am a seminary graduate seeking after school and weekend tutoring work in the Boston area. I worked as a tutor in my college writing center for four years and assisted clients with their academic papers, business writing, and fiction. I particularly enjoyed helping clients with their...
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5.0
Sarah was amazing! She tutored our 6 year old son once a week. She gave him the confidence he needed to start reading. He loved when she came!! She was so kind and caring and wonderful with children!
Reviewed by Sarah F.
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Hello there! My name is Sook-Hee and I'm very excited to work with you and your family as a tutor! I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Tufts University with a B. S. in Data Science and a minor in Engineering Management. While at Tufts, I found a passion for teaching when I started out as a TA for the...
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5.0
Sook-hee has been so helpful for my senior-year daughter. She had been struggling in math, which had led to a lot of anxiety. After a few sessions with Sook-hee her next test grade vastly improved. We have an...
Reviewed by Lisa M.
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I have bachelor degrees in Mathematics and Education and a master's degree from USC in Higher Education. I have over 10 years of professional tutoring experience both in group settings and private one-on-one settings. I've worked with students ranging from 6th grade through college, including GRE...
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Torrie was absolutely amazing at tutoring my son. She was very personable and always showed up when scheduled. When she was working with my son his grades we're raised from failing to C's and B's. I truly...
Reviewed by Felicia B.
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I am a 2022 graduate from Tufts University and an incoming teacher at the Loomis Chaffee School with a love for mathematics. When I tell people I love math, I normally get a confused look in response. For me, math is not solely numbers and theorems. Math is about looking at a challenging problem and...
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5.0
Andrew tutored my son (10th grade) during the '21-'22 academic school year. He is always extremely organized, patient, and prepared for his tutoring sessions. Andrew also makes the tutoring sessions fun which...
Reviewed by Ed B.
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I graduated from the Berklee College of Music with a degree in performance and am a working professional musician. I've taught piano, drums, and vibraphone privately for over 10 years and most recently worked as a piano and drum instructor, a music school based in Wellesley, Weston and Newton....
Jennifer H.
Brighton, MA
$20/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Jennifer. I'm 24 yo and I'm originally from Colombia. I have a degree on chemical engineering and attending to College in Boston. I have experience with kids of all ages. I have babysat since I was 15 years old. I am very active and responsible person. I do speak Spanish and English....
Valentina S.
West Roxbury, MA
$25-75/hr • 5 yrs exp
Biology PhD Student Offering Online And In-Person Tutoring!
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I'm a biology PhD student who is passionate about meeting your child's individual learning needs. I have experience with different learning techniques and have a lot of tips and tricks for studying effectively! For high schoolers- I am offering tutoring in Biology and English, including AP Biology,...
Recent review:
5.0
Valentina was very helpful with tutoring my daughter in Biology. My daughter really related to her teaching style, and she was able to improve her grade as a direct result of receiving this help.
Reviewed by Patricia F.
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I've tutored generally in Math and Science however I am also very proficient in English. I am a master's student attending Boston University and studying Biochemistry. I know what it takes to get a good score and I am very good at teaching difficult subjects and breaking the concepts down. From...
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Starlette has an extremely positive attitude and is very professional. Due to COVID circumstances this year, Starlette was thrust into an SSAT teaching position for 10 weeks that I was no longer able to attend...
Reviewed by Michael M.
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I've taught algebra and private music lessons! I am happy to help out those struggling in their math (levels up to pre-calculus) and science studies (anatomy and physiology, biology) as well as organizing and preparing for tests! Available to tutor online outside of the hours I posted and willing to...
Joshu A G.
Cambridge, MA
$25-45/hr • 1 yrs exp
Strings & Strums: Private Beginner Guitar Lessons With Josh
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Hello! I'm Joshua, an experienced guitarist with over 10 years of playing and performing in professional settings. I'm thrilled to offer private beginner guitar lessons through my program, "Strings & Strums."
Throughout my musical journey, I've had the opportunity to refine my skills through weekly...
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After 5 years of experience in both private and public high schools in Massachusetts, I have retired from teaching to pursue applied math but still am looking to teach math in my spare time. I love the profession and have had great results with teaching my students all levels of high school math.
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I have a Masters Degree in Theater Education from Emerson College, and love doing private acting, voice, and audition coaching for any age. I am also an excellent cook, and can teach you easy recipes for the whole family, and work with younger students on the basics. If you need driving lessons for...
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I will be the person I needed when I was a senior for your current student. I got accepted to and attended my number 1 choice college, Emmanuel College, due to a great entry essay.
Kendra H.
East Boston, MA
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a teacher looking with lots of experiences in tutoring students privately. I can help with reading, math, science, social studies, or anything else! I also have medical experience if someone happens to need help with that.
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I am a patient person who hopes to help your child in understanding concepts. I have worked as an economic tutor in college but feel capable of tutoring in multiple subjects based on difficulty level.
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Hello! My name is Davide Murillo and I am a student at Tufts University. I am double majoring in International Relations and Spanish and specialize in Spanish and the Humanities (I am completely equipped to tutor in others subjects upon request as well). For the last 3 years, I have worked as a...
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Recent private tutor reviews in Boston, MA
Betty L.
5.0
Betty worked for me for about 2 years, she is punctual, has excellent customer service, excellent people skills, connects well with others. She is dedicated, driven and a pleasure to work with.
- Kelli S.
Sarah G.
5.0
Sarah was amazing! She tutored our 6 year old son once a week. She gave him the confidence he needed to start reading. He loved when she came!! She was so kind and caring and wonderful with children!
- Sarah F.
Sook-hee E.
5.0
Sook-hee has been so helpful for my senior-year daughter. She had been struggling in math, which had led to a lot of anxiety. After a few sessions with Sook-hee her next test grade vastly improved. We have an ongoing relationship right now, our daughter feels really comfortable with her and...
- Lisa M.
Torrie L.
5.0
Torrie was absolutely amazing at tutoring my son. She was very personable and always showed up when scheduled. When she was working with my son his grades we're raised from failing to C's and B's. I truly cannot recommend her enough!
- Felicia B.
Andrew W.
5.0
Andrew tutored my son (10th grade) during the '21-'22 academic school year. He is always extremely organized, patient, and prepared for his tutoring sessions. Andrew also makes the tutoring sessions fun which helps keep my son engaged in the lessons. My son grew academically this year with Andrew's...
- Ed B.
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FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Boston, MA
How much do private tutors cost near me in Boston, MA?
The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Boston, MA is $39.50 as of December, 2023. 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 Boston, MA?
To find a private tutor near you in Boston, MA. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Boston 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 Boston, MA?
The most popular private tutoring services that you can find near you in Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA?
When hiring private tutors for children, parents are rightfully concerned about safety. To help you find a private tutor safely near you in Boston, MA, 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 Boston, MA, 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 Boston, MA?
When interviewing private tutors near you in Boston, MA, 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.