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60 English tutors are listed in Palo Alto, CA
The average rate is $29/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby English tutors is 5 years
English tutors in Palo Alto, CA
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- 7+ years of experience teaching and taking care of kids ages 0-5.
- Passionate about child development.
- Focused on respectful and gentle parenting.
- Adaptable to routine changes.
- You can always count on my flexibility.
- Always open to learning new ways to do things, always considering the parents' wishes.
- Bilingual...
5.0
"Thalita is a treasure. She is warm, genuine, and eager to get to know each child. I have three very different kids (ages 10,7, and 3) and they all look forward to spending time with her! She is organized and...
Reviewed by Heather O.
5.0
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Hi, My name is Jazmin & I am 25 years old, & a Current CNA & fully COVID vaccinated.
I live in Redwood City & speak fluent Spanish & English.
I have experience in Nannying for Infants as young as 3 months.
I am a very responsible person but also like to have fun! I love to do outdoor activities, (parks, libraries, outings, etc)...
5.0
"We happily hired Jazmin after our very first meeting! We value her knowledge from nursing school (first aid, cpr, etc) and her experience with a wide range of kids. When we first hired Jazmin our kids ranged...
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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Hello! My name is Christina and I have been a part-time tutor for 4+ years now teaching basic math, algebra 1/2, and geometry. I've worked many jobs in the past such as a swim coach, nanny, band instructor, engineer so I bring a lot of experience from many different fields of work! Currently, I work as a product designer for a...
5.0
"I have been working with Christina for my own Algebra tutoring needs. As an older college student, it can be hard to not "get" something and admit you need extra help. Christina has been great to work with,...
Reviewed by Elisha M.
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I have been a proven first class certified Reading Specialist for over 20 years and use the following methods in my work: Orton-Gillingham Multi-Sensory Program, Lindamood-Bell Visualizing and Verbalizing, Step-Up-To-Writing, Barton Reading and Spelling Program, and Wilson Reading Program. (In addition, I've taught Kindergarten...
5.0
"Our son has some challenges and has struggled with reading. At one point a teacher told us he would not learn. A friend told us about Ms. K. After assessing what he knew, she began patiently teaching him. She...
Reviewed by Ja C.
Lisa W.
Sunnyvale, CA
$90/hr
5.0
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I have over 20 years of experience teaching kids cognitive, play and social skills, and speech and language in school and private settings.
Katherine B.
Belmont, CA
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been an elementary school teacher for prekindergarten to 6th grade, for over 11 years. This includes years of special resource teaching and tutoring. I really prefer a more personal one-to-one or small group approach. My favorite grades to teach in classroom settings are first, second, and third grades. I have been a...
5.0
"Katherine has been very helpful and is quite capable as a tutor. Highly recommended."
Reviewed by Robert L.
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My name is Wendy, and I live in Sunnyvale. I have about 10 years of experience working with children in many different roles, including tutoring, nannying, volunteering at daycares, and supervising online classes. I specialize in working academically with elementary school children. I can tutor grammar, comprehension, math,...
Miriam C.
Mountain View, CA
$49/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Miriam. I am a friendly person and I always like to give my best, responsible, hardworking, honest, and I like to follow the rules. The most incredible thing about my experience is that I have knowledge in early stimulation, with a foreign degree as a Physical Therapist. I been working as a teacher in a preschool...
5.0
"She is always on time.
Took care of my 3 year old daughter.
She became part of our family."
Reviewed by Carlos O.
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Hello there: my name is Olga . Native country of Guatemala I obtained a preschool teacher degree and worked in the field for 3 years in my country. I came to the Bay area 20 years ago and I've been working as a nanny since then. Currently, I've been working for the family for the last 15 years they have 2 daughters (13 and 9...
5.0
"Olga is trustworthy, responsible, and overall a great caregiver. She is able to form connections with children that foster their growth and development."
Reviewed by Estefania A.
Carlla S.
San Carlos, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello families, my name is Carlla. I'm from Brazil and I've been living in the united states for 3 years. I came as an au pair and have worked with children ranging from 3 months to 10 years old. My responsibilities transporting the kids to and from school, activities and playdates, changing diapers, preparing meals, doing arts...
5.0
"Carlla is very good with kids of all ages. She helped me out with my toddler and was able to match her high energy, but you can tell she is a kid magnet in general. Carlla took time to understand each...
Reviewed by Lina P.
5.0
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I have experience lesson planning, and early readers' development. I currently hold a tutoring position with a family as of one year ago.
5.0
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I'm majoring in Environmental Science which is a multidisciplinary path. I'm currently about to complete this fall my A. A in Biology and Chemistry.
Therefore, I can help in general topics of Biology and Chemistry.
Similarly, I can provide tutoring in Biotechnology: Lab Skills and Introduction, English writing, Critical...
5.0
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Please see my review and contact me for questions about reading and English language tutoring for your young children.
5.0
"Miss Elaina is simply fantastic. We are new parents and took very seriously our search to find the right person to watch our 10 mo baby, as we had never left him with anyone besides family before. Elaina was...
Reviewed by Leah M.
Karen M.
Redwood City, CA
$30-52/hr • 13 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! I am Karen, I have been working with children for over 12 years now with Private Families as well as Infant/Preschool/Toddler Teacher. I have experience with kids of all ages from newborns up to teenagers since I am a mom myself of toddler and a teenager. I am a very responsible, dependable and caring nanny, I love being...
5.0
"Karen joined our family in 2017 and was a full time nanny for our 2 year old daughter. She then continued as our full time nanny for our 6 month old son and daughter. She is truly the best nanny we have ever...
Reviewed by Michelle G.
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Hello, my name is Sonia I am a pre-school teacher and nanny. I am looking for a full time position with hours varying between 40 to 45 hours a week. I have been working in this field for more than 30 years. I have experience working with new borns up to 11 years old's. I have an Associate's Degree in child development and have...
5.0
"Sonia has been a blessing for our family. She has been so much more than just a nanny to us; she's become a family friend.
She joined us when our son was 6 months old and has been with us for more than 1.5...
Reviewed by Kruti S.
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Hi! My name is Rahsaan, and I'm an undergraduate studying Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University. As a developing Engineer, I leverage my tutoring aptitudes to increase students Math & Science grades by an average of 25 percent.
With four years of paid tutoring experience, I provide students with structured and...
5.0
"Rahsaan was a great fit for our tutoring needs. I checked both his references (which were stellar). He was open to viewing quizzes prior to each session to cover relevant word problems with my son. They met...
Reviewed by Andrea M.
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With 10 years teaching classes related to reading and writing at an after-school and 13 years of private English tutoring, I have extensive knowledge of how to help students achieve their potential.
A few years ago, my C. E. L. T. A. teaching certificate (The University of Cambridge) provided the hands on experience I needed,...
5.0
"Sabrina helped my son with his writing skills in preparation for ISEE. She also reviewed the materials for the verbal reasoning and reading comprehension sections. She is professional and reliable and we were...
Reviewed by Ellen G.
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I feel that I would be a great choice for your family. I'm a pet lover, and used to being around dogs and cats, guinea pigs, hamsters, reptiles, and other animals. I used to raise small rodents for sale, and I have kept reptiles, amphibians, insects, and fish, as well. I'm an avid non-smoker, science-music-arts person, and very...
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"Katherine is excellent. A skilled educator and VERY reliable, very dedicated Jill-of-all-trades. She has worked with our family for 3+ years in a variety of capacities - primarily tutor and housekeeper - and we...
Reviewed by Brian B.
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I have four years of childcare experience. I also took a child development course and first aid training during my undergraduate journey. Some of the activities I like to do to entertain kids are coloring, playing board games, reading books, doing crafts, and playing outdoors. I can also help with...
5.0
"Kind, genuine, trustworthy, and very patient with our three year old. Litzia has helped us out tremendously for the past 8 months with regular weekly babysitting. My daughter loves spending time with her....
Reviewed by Joon K.
Gari C.
Menlo Park, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have over 20 years of experience as a preschool teacher. I have experience teaching reading, math, writing, art, and phonics to children ages 3 to 6.
5.0
"Gari has done a wonderful job working with our son, focusing on teaching him letter and word recognition and early reading. From the beginning she made excellent progress with our son, and we are very happy...
Reviewed by Alexandra G.
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Recent English tutor reviews in Palo Alto, CA
Thalita K.
5.0
Thalita has provided wonderful care to our now 3 year old for the past year. She has several years of experience caring for children and this was apparent right away. She is patient, energetic, engaged, and self-motivated. She takes initiative to plan age appropriate craft and music activities...
- Maggie M.
Jazmin C.
5.0
Jazmin was our youngest son’s full time nanny from when he was 3 months old to four years old. She is responsible, reliable, and trustworthy. We were so lucky to have Jazmin as our nanny for so many years. Now that my kids are older, she still watches them a few hours a week and on date nights....
- Care member
Christina C.
5.0
I have been working with Christina for my own Algebra tutoring needs. As an older college student, it can be hard to not "get" something and admit you need extra help. Christina has been great to work with, encouraging and tailoring our sessions to my specific needs and learning style. I would...
- Elisha M.
Sharon K.
5.0
Sharon worked with my twin sons, age 7, on basic phonics and prereading skills. Both have learning differences and challenges with attention. While each of my sons have very different profiles, Sharon adjusted to each of their needs. She worked diligently and consistently to develop their skills....
- Denise G.
Katherine B.
5.0
It seems I've finally found the right tutor for my daughter. Katherine is great!
- Valerie Z.
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FAQs for finding English tutors in Palo Alto
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire an English tutor in Palo Alto, CA?
Hiring an English tutor in Palo Alto, CA on Care.com will cost an average of $29.92 per hour as of May 2024. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has and the type of assignments you or your child need help with.
How can I find an English tutor near me in Palo Alto?
Care.com currently has 36 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.
What questions should I ask a potential English tutor in Palo Alto?
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.
Ratings for Palo Alto, CA English tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
English Tutors in Palo Alto, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed English tutors.