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Madeline R.

Dorchester, MA

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$50/hr
3 years experience
I have a masters degree in Speech Language Pathology with 3 years of clinician experience. I currently work at a pediatric private practice in Hingham. I have skilled training in the areas of articulation, receptive/expressive language, literacy (reading/writing), social-communication, and executive function disorders. I have...
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Kaidyn P.

Tutoring From A Current College Student!

Dorchester, MA

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$20/hr
Hello! I'm willing to help tutor your child! I work over the summer as an academic tutor for elementary aged children and we focused on ELA, Math and SEL activities School is very important to me and I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to access resources if they need additional help and I am willing to provide...
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Cassidy S.

Dorchester, MA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Tutoring is a passion of mine I have recently found. I am a fourth grade teacher while earning a Masters degree in Elementary Education. I have begun tutoring several students in my class this year and have seen first hand how every child is their own unique learner. Not everything is going to come easy, but every student...
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Tatum S.

Knowledgeable Tutor With Teaching Experience

Brookline, MA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
5 years experience
I am a Boston College graduate with a passion for teaching English Language Arts, dance, and field hockey. I aim to help students reach their full potential. Credentials: Experience in ELA classrooms from the elementary level to the high school level Experience tutoring for the SAT and ACT through PanProf Experience tutoring...

Jenny M. says "My daughter loves Tatum. Tatum is so patient and kind and explains everything so well to my daughter. We are so happy we found her!"

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Mary P.

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
10+ both online and in person: Math (Arithmetic through Calc I / AP AB, statistics) - 10 years; Essay Writing (high school and college level) - 3 years; Spanish - 5 years; Economics (Micro, Macro, Econometrics, Development Economics) - 3 years I am looking forward to working with you and your family. I tutor because I believe...

Baheja R. says "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....

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Betty L.

Educated And Creative Tutor, Sitter, And Social Coach

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
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 to adults with autism. While...

Kelli S. says "Betty worked for me for about 2 years, she is punctual, has excellent customer service, excellent people skills, connects well with others. She is...

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Starlette P.

College Tutor

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$49/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Michael M. says "Starlette has an extremely positive attitude and is very professional. Due to COVID circumstances this year, Starlette was thrust into an SSAT teaching...

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Jennifer H.

Revere, MA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
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. In Colombia I was a teachers...
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Valentina S.

Biology PhD Student Offering Online And In-Person Tutoring!

West Roxbury, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Patricia F. says "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...

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Evan K.

SAT Tutor

Somerville, MA

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$50/hr
7 years experience
I have tutored for two boutique tutoring companies and have been a private tutor for many years. I have roughly 1200 hours of teaching experience, mainly in advanced high school STEM subjects, most done online . I have also done some SAT work as well for private clients. I would love to tutor for any middle school or high school...
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Ilana G.

Part Time Private Swim Instructor

Westwood, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I am CPR and First Aid certified. I've worked with kids ages 2-10 for the past five years as an assistant swim lesson instructor and assistant recreation swim team coach. I also do private swim lessons on my own. I travel to the families home and work on what the parents would like the child or children to work on and what I...
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Elyse M.

Elyse M. - Experienced English Tutor & College Consultant

Arlington, MA

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$85/hr
10 years experience
With 10+ years of experience in both the classroom and private tutoring, I specialize in reading comprehension, writing skills, and analytical essay writing. I also serve as a College Consultant, guiding students through the entire admissions process: from school selection and essays to hitting submit! What sets me apart is my...
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Charlotte M.

My Love For Music Motivates My Love For Teaching.

Watertown, MA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have 15+ years of professional and private music experience, both as a student, teacher, and professional musician. I have multi-instrument experience, including violin, viola, cello, and piano, as well as experience in sight-reading, solo performance, and theory. I'd describe my personality as punctual, motivated, and...
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Bailey R.

Watertown, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
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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Maria M.

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
I have extensive experience as a private tutor in the French language. Having studied at a French school my entire life, I possess a deep understanding of the language and culture. I am passionate about teaching French and strive to make the learning experience enjoyable and engaging for my students. My goal is to instill a love...
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Dennis H.

Tutor For All Subjects, K-7, With Special Ed Experience And More!

Newton Center, MA

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$60/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Dennis! I am a licensed educator in the state of Massachusetts. After years of teaching in both public and private-school settings, I became a tutor so I could better help students who are falling behind in various subjects. I have an extensive amount of experience helping ESL's (English-Language Learners) and...
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Mary D.

Private Educator Pre-K-High School

Arlington, MA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Hello! My childcare background includes 19 years of providing child care to children aged newborn to teen. My personal education background consists of courses in child development and a B. A with a major in History and minors in sociology and education from Lesley University. I can provide 1 on 1 support to assist with...
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Aria P.

Private STEM Tutor

Brookline, MA

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$60/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Aria and I'm a current MD/PhD student studying Biomedical engineering. I've been tutoring privately since college and am really passionate about getting and keeping girls involved in STEM fields. I particularly enjoy teaching high school biology, math, and chemistry, and really focus on real world applications of...
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Alex P.

K-12 Math/Test-Prep Tutoring

Somerville, MA

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$40/hr
1 year experience
My name is Alex and I love tutoring K-12 students in math, economics, and test-prep! I enjoy tutoring because I get satisfaction from seeing someone maximize their potential and truly understand a concept they were struggling with. My strengths are building mathematical foundations and explaining the "why" behind certain...
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Chloe C.

Private Swim Instructor

South Boston, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I have 5 years of experience teaching kids and adults swim lessons! From getting them comfortable with the water to teaching them different strokes, I can teach a variety of skill levels.
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  • The average post rate is $28.33/hr as of June 2025

Recent private tutor reviews from local parents in Dorchester, MA

Private Tutors in Dorchester, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed private tutors

Tatum S.

My daughter loves Tatum. Tatum is so patient and kind and explains everything so well to my daughter. We are so happy we found her!

- Jenny M.

Mary P.

Mary Lou has been tutoring my daughter for the past 2 years and she is amazing. She is very knowledgeable and understanding of my...

- Baheja R.

Betty L.

Betty worked for me for about 2 years, she is punctual, has excellent customer service, excellent people skills, connects well with others....

- Kelli S.

FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Dorchester, MA

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Dorchester, MA is $28.33 as of June, 2025. The actual rate your chosen private tutor charges can vary depending on the subject you require help with and how experienced the tutor is.

To find a private tutor near you in Dorchester, MA. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Dorchester 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.

The most popular private tutoring services that you can find near you in Dorchester, 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.

When hiring private tutors for children, parents are rightfully concerned about safety. To help you find a private tutor safely near you in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, MA, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references and running an independent background check.

When interviewing private tutors near you in Dorchester, 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.

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