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Austin Y.

Part-time Tutor Available

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
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$70/hr
6 years experience
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!

Mary Y. says "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...

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Nina H.

Experienced Tutor

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$70/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.

Susan H. says "Nina has made distance learning so much easier for my daughter. A real gem."

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Christine L.

Experienced Babysitter In Sunnyvale

Palo Alto, CA

4.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
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...

Heather D. says "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...

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Mariela C.

Full Time / Part Time What Ever Is Needed.

Palo Alto, CA

3.5(0)
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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Gabriela T.

Tutor, Camp Counselor, Language Assistant, Mentor, And In-class Aide Experience

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
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,...

Anu H. says "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...

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Silvia C.

Kindergarten Lead Teacher/Nanny

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Silvia speaks Spanish and English. has 30 years of exp. Has teacher, childcare, and caregiver. Has taken care for new born to tenegers. Her core values are Patience, Care, Friendliness, Kindness, and Cheerfulness. Some of her interests include Anthroposophy, Eurythmy, and Waldorf Education.
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Viri V.

Part Time Sitter Available On Weeknights

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
I am a First Aid + CPR certified nanny with 9+ years of experience caring for little ones from the ages of 1 mo - 8 years old. I enjoy engaging them in music, reading, arts and crafts, as well as outdoor activities to help keep them active! I worked in the healthcare field as a medical assistant in the pediatric department for 2...

Joanna L. says "Viri was our daughter's nanny for ~4 months (from 12-month-old to 16-month-old) and we were super thankful to have her! Viri is very patient and gentile...

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Dalia P.

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a career nanny with over a decade of experience caring for children ranging in age from newborns to 15-year-olds. My passion is working with infants and toddlers and helping them achieve developmental goals and learn about the world around them. I have worked with several families from different backgrounds and prioritize...

Leslie L. says "Dalia was incredibly easy and pleasant to interview. Her connection with our kids was the same and immediate. She's a great communicator who kept me in...

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Olga M.

Hi Families!

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm Olga, a Spanish 24-year-old girl who is living the experience in the US! I have four siblings (they are currently 11, 12, 13 and 14 years old), so that means I'm the oldest one! I have always taken care of them since they were born, so I could say that I've been a mom, a sister, a friend and a teacher. I also...

Care Member says "Olga was very sweet, attentive, and caring. Our 2-year-old loved her."

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Leena H.

Palo Alto, CA

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$26/hr
2 years experience
I'm Leena , a dedicated college freshman at UCLA majoring in Psychobiology with a minor in Spanish. My passion for education and helping others has driven me to accumulate diverse tutoring and leadership experiences. During my time with Youth Promise, I tutored children, creating engaging lesson plans, assisting with homework,...
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Jenilee C.

Enthusiastic High School Student

Palo Alto, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I am a High School graduating senior looking to find a temporary tutoring job before leaving mid-June for travel. I have experience tutoring, as I am currently tutoring an 11-year-old in multiple subjects: math, science, language arts, history. I love working with kids and helping them learn, and have vast experience and a...
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Riley G.

Palo Alto, CA

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$28/hr
I am currently attending college, finishing my BA in Psychology! As somebody who has worked in an elementary school setting for 3 years, and as a nanny, I am well aware of the work students are completing. I consider myself somebody who takes school seriously. I am very strong in english and writing. I am comfortable tutoring...
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Lanying S.

28 Year Teaching Expereince

Palo Alto, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
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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Andrea R.

Customized, Quality, Private Language Arts Tutor,specialized In Primary Grades

Palo Alto, CA

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Eva G.

Palo Alto, CA

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$35/hr
2 years experience
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!
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Kathryn W.

Palo Alto, CA

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$75/hr
8 years experience
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...
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Haijie J.

Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
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...
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Layla M.

My Experience And Teaching Mindset

Palo Alto, CA

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$50/hr
3 years experience
Hi there, I'm Layla! I'm a rising freshman in college and comfortable helping students K-12 in Math, Science, English, and History. I love learning and I'm happy to share that passion with others. School can be challenging but, with support and persistence, everyone can make great progress. I love how my students make me...
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Ana R.

Palo Alto, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience
I have experience teaching Spanish to both young children and teenagers. Throughout my work, I've had the opportunity to support language development at different stages, adapting my teaching style to fit the age, needs, and learning pace of each student. I am familiar with a variety of language teaching strategies that promote...
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Tashi T.

Passionate Sports & Fitness Professional | Strength, Conditioning & Wellness

Palo Alto, CA

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$27/hr
3 years experience
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...
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  • 60 English tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $33.33/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated English tutors is 4.6

Recent English tutor reviews from local parents in Palo Alto, CA

English Tutors in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 60 listed English tutors

Austin Y.

Austin is kind, thoughtful, patient and responsible. He has a positive and gentle style that puts my elderly mother at ease as he was...

- Mary Y.

Nina H.

Nina has made distance learning so much easier for my daughter. A real gem.

- Susan H.

Christine L.

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...

- Heather D.

FAQs for finding English tutors in Palo Alto

Hiring an English tutor in Palo Alto, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $33.33 per hour as of June 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has and the type of assignments you or your child need help with.

Care.com currently has 42 English tutors in Palo Alto, CA. You can search for candidates by their distance from Palo Alto or hourly pay rate. From there, you can compare the experience each English tutor has working with kids, and the specific skills they can help you with. You can also read reviews from other families in Palo Alto that have worked with the tutors you're interested in.

The right English tutor for your child will be able to improve their grades and writing skills. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each English tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Palo Alto have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their English assignments. Your child may need only a few sessions to get on track, or long-term help that could require an English tutor staying with them the entire school year.

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