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122 tutors are listed in Santa Barbara, CA
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby tutors is 5 years
Tutors in Santa Barbara, CA
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Hello, my name is Skyler and I have been professionally teaching and privately tutoring grades K-6th for a total of 8 years now, focusing on subjects such as English, Reading, Writing, Science, Math (in preparation for STEM), Art, Critical Thinking, History, Music, as well as Spanish and Italian.
I am an in-home tutor for...
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"After screening a large number of candidates, we chose Skyler as my son's tutor, three hours a day, for nearly a month now. She has a good artistic and literary education background, is proficient in many...
Reviewed by Zhenggang J.
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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...
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"Alexis was an incredible tutor to both our 6 year and 4 year old. She is bright, engaging, and an excellent teacher. She created high impact sessions to develop key skills. I strongly recommend her."
Reviewed by Michael M.
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I am a certified teacher in grades Pre-K through 6th, Special Education, and 7-12 ELA. I have taught for 6 years in the public and private school systems while also being nanny to a couple of families. I have currently left teaching because of the constraints STAAR puts on an educator's career. I'm passionate about people and...
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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...
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I just graduated from Westmont last May, where I majored in chemistry and minored in biology and art. At Westmont, I loved to volunteer; I captained an intramural basketball team, was the art director for a student theater production, and was an orientation leader for incoming students. During my last three years, I TA'd...
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"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."
Reviewed by Yidan C.
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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...
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"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...
Reviewed by Annelisa R.
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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 :)
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"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!...
Reviewed by Jenna H.
Cielle W.
Santa Barbara, CA
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Cielle! I am an outdoor educator at two outdoor schools and programs in Santa Barbara, and looking to pick up a few babysitting days. I am honest, reliable and caring and I love kids and I have worked as a babysitter for many years. I also have worked as a counselor and guide at an outdoor after school program for...
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"Cielle was on time and very friendly. My daughter liked her instantly. Cielle showed excellent imagination and creativity while playing with my daughter with her toys and outside on the playground. We look...
Reviewed by Sandra V.
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Hi! My name is Sofia. I am a recent UCLA graduate with a degree in Psychology. Working with children is my absolute favorite! I come equip with a joyful spirit, a love for children, a voice for singing and music, and a background in psychology (specific interest in developmental psychology). I took many developmental psychology...
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"Sofia was punctual, friendly, and outgoing. She made us feel comfortable that she could care for our daughter well and quickly developed a good rapport with her. She played and sang with her, and our daughter...
Reviewed by Kimberly H.
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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!
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"I would highly recommend Alyssa for her skills - she was wonderful as she took care of my 5 year old."
Reviewed by Kamaljeet G.
Brooke M.
Santa Barbara, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello. As the oldest sibling and oldest of 16 cousins in my family, I have experience caring for children at a young age. I have a driver's license and can help with pick-ups and drop-offs, errand running, light housekeeping, cooking and preparing meals, pet help, and homework help. I am currently a college student studying to...
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"Such an incredible caregiver. Engaged our kid the minute she walked in, focused and professional in every way. One of the best sitter experiences we have ever had, our 5 year old can't wait to see her again."
Reviewed by Patrick M.
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Hello there! I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny/babysitter with a heart full of love and compassion. I am 20 years old and a student at UCSB, and have a background in care taking at the senior living home where I practiced care taking, patience, communication, and empathy skills. This experience taught me the importance of...
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"Payton is truly amazing! She’s dependable, kind and enthusiastic! She provides a safe and welcoming environment when you are away. Such a wonderful and sweet girl!! "
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Hello, my name is Gabriela (Gaby). I am a Santa Barbara native who has recently moved back after spending 13 years in Denver, Colorado. I have 8+ years of child care experience, working with children 2-10 years of age. I worked at a local community center for 6 years where I was a preschool teacher. I also ran their summer camps...
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"Gaby helped me over Christmas with my 8 month old and I don't know what I would have done without her. She loved my baby just like her own and made everyday fun and exciting. In addition to baby care, Gaby...
Reviewed by Tori C.
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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...
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"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...
Reviewed by Carly C.
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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,...
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"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...
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I am seeking a part time nanny position and have provided a list of my experiences:
Nanny (2010-2011)
Cared for a 2-year-old boy. My responsibilities included working around strict dietary restrictions to ensure that he was well nourished, facilitating cooperative play, encouraging a love of learning through books and reading....
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"Hard-working and thorough. A pleasure to have in my house."
Reviewed by Katy Z.
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Hey! I have always had a passion for tutoring and working with kids. I hope to keep tutoring / working with them as I pursue a career in tech. I maintained a 4. 45 GPA in high school and received perfect scores on the SAT, ACT, and every single AP exam.
My strongest suit is teaching math, cs, or any STEM class but I am open to...
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I have worked in the past as an SAT tutor at Huntington Learning Center and have provided tutoring services in the home for all ages 2nd-12th grade. I have a BA in English literature from Lesley University in Massachusetts and have been teaching in the Santa Barbara Unified School District for 5 years.
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I am currently a teacher with a degree from Westmont College. I can continue tutoring through the school year if you need me too. I'd love to chat more about helping you or your child.
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I have been tutoring professionally in college-level chemistry and biology for 2 years. I have experience in many subjects and am willing to help with the sciences, math, and English.
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Recent tutor reviews in Santa Barbara, CA
Skyler H.
5.0
After screening a large number of candidates, we chose Skyler as my son's tutor, three hours a day, for nearly a month now. She has a good artistic and literary education background, is proficient in many languages, and is very punctual, gentle and patient. She will carefully arrange the teaching...
- Zhenggang J.
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.
Natalie L.
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, accommodating, on time, and understood my...
- Jenna H.
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FAQs for finding tutors near me in Santa Barbara, CA
In 2024 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 $23.19 per hour as of May 2024. 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 122 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 2024 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 122 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 Rating4.6 / 5
Tutors in Santa Barbara, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews of the 122 listed tutors.