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60 private tutors are listed in Boston, MA
The average rate is $35/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby private tutors is 5 years
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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 prep. I particularly enjoy and...
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"She was very helpful to my daughter. She worked with her on history and English class. I really appreciate her patient"
Reviewed by Hadi A.
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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 breaking it down into...
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'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 personal experience, I was not...
5.0
"She's an awesome Chemistry tutor and helped me get an A on my test the next day!"
Reviewed by Star P.
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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 Introduction to Computer...
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 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.
I've since started working full...
Mary P.
Jamaica Plain, MA
$20-45/hr • 8 yrs exp
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10+ both online and in person: Math (Arithmetic through Calc I / AP AB, statistics) - 8 years; Essay Writing (high school and college level) - 3 years; Spanish - 3 years; Economics (Micro, Macro, Econometrics, Development Economics) - 2 years; SAT / ACT prep - 1 year
I am looking forward to working with you and your family. I...
5.0
"Mary Lou tutored my daughter in Algebra. Mary Lou's encouragement and patience really helped her to gain confidence and do better on tests and in her class. Additionally, Mary Lou worked with me in the tutoring...
Reviewed by Yvonne T.
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I'm Nicole. I'm a certified Elementary educator with 9 years experience as a first grade teacher and 4 years experience as a tutor. I specialize in personal reading and math instruction for grades k-3.
I have experience with students with disabilities, gifted students, and students who struggle in school.
I offer online...
5.0
"During COVID 19 I hired Nicole to help tutor our 9 year old. Our son has an IEP in place, and needed some extra support. Once school closed down due to the pandemic, my husband and I knew our son would need...
Reviewed by Nicole C.
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, Language and Literature. I...
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"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.
Lani V.
Newton Center, MA
$70-100/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Educator & EL Teacher Available For Private Tutoring (PreK-Grade 8)
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Offering the following:
*Private, remote individual or group tutoring conducted virtually online
*In person tutoring in Newton, Needham, Wellesley, Weston, Dedham, West Roxbury, or Brookline Massachusetts (other areas considered on a case by case basis)
Over 20 years experience in education, and also the parent of two kids...
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Helped students with essays and structuring papers.
Assisted students with understanding how sentence structure works, and how to take their papers to the next level.
Developed course syllabus, curriculum and teaching materials.
Bailey R.
Newton, MA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Dance Instructor Available!
I have been dancing since I was a child and have extensive experience choreographing and performing! I have given many private lessons and have also worked as a high school dance coach. I love working with children and teens, spreading the love for dance!
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My name is Georgia and I am a Kindergarten teacher at a private school in Chestnut Hill. I live in Boston and am enjoying my summer vacation so far. I am getting a little stir crazy so looking for something to do a few hours each day, or once or twice a week for most of the day. I am also available to run errands, do laundry,...
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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 just accepted a position to start as a Learning Specialist at an independent middle/high school in September 2024.
I am fully vaccinated with the card for verification. I prefer to meet the at a Library for tutoring services, but I am open to meeting you in your home. I offer babysitting services, summer nannying...
Maria A.
West Roxbury, MA
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have Been Teaching For 15 Years Before I Switched To Administration.
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I have a quirky personality, equally funny and strict, but above all, helpful. I find joy in tutoring because I believe everyone can excel with the right guidance. And now, I want to bring teaching back into my life! Fun fact: I started tutoring when I was just 14 years old!
When I'm not busy helping others, I love to spend...
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Passionate Tutor Available! Hello, my name is Lesley. I worked for the school system for 5 years in Florida as an assistant teacher. I helped several elementary students with their reading, writing and math skills. I've worked with autistic children as well as boys and girls with emotional and behavior disorders. I'm a prompt,...
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I have experience tutoring children and adolescents aged 6-13 on a regular basis, both through after school programs and privately within the home. I am also a full time high school English & Language Arts teacher/former U. S. History teacher (grade 12) and can tutor high school students in the English and History fields...
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I have participated in Group prep for NCLEX including board games, matching, memorization, summary. I passed in the first attempt with the min # of questions. Gifted in teaching, collaborating, and serving. 7+ years experience in long term geriatric, adult subacute, pediatric private duty, and school nursing.
High proficiency in...
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I am a Harvard graduate with a masters in education and 20 years as an educator. I have taught Math, Science, English, History and College Preparatory courses in grades 5 - 12. As a private tutor for the SSAT, SAT, SAT II and ACT I've maintained a 100% success rate helping students to improve test scores, course grades and...
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Hi all! My name is Grace B. I currently work as an online tutor for college students for Spanish, Physics, Chemistry & STATS Mon-Fri. Over the weekend I would love to tutor kids as well. I am great with kids & have a lot of patience in teaching. I am a native Spanish speaker as well which helps me tutor Spanish from a more...
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Recent private tutor reviews in Boston, MA
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.
Starlette P.
5.0
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 in person. I trust her completely to head a classroom of young students, and her ability...
- Michael M.
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.
Mary P.
5.0
Mary Lou has been tutoring my daughter for the past 2 years and she is amazing. She is very knowledgeable and understanding of my daughter's needs. Since my daughter been tutoring with Mary Lou, she has improved a lot in Math, and we are so grateful for her.
- Baheja R.
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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 $35.00 as of May, 2024. 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.