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Lexie M.

Private Swim Lesson Instructor

Lakewood, WA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
10+ years swim athlete, 1 year swim coach in RVA, and 5 year experienced swim instructor and educator from ages 3mo- 65 years old.
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Elizabeth M.

Experienced Spanish Tutor

Lakewood, WA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I am compassionate caregiver with years of experience giving individualized care to clients. I have worked with clients that require specialized care because of: Diabetes, Alzheimer's, Parkinson etc. and have aided with personal care. medicine management and documentation. I believe care should not only, meet the daily living...
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Sadie S.

Hi! I'm Sadie And I Go By Sage. I'm 18 And Currently In College For An Associate's In Accounting.

Lakewood, WA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and passionate. I like tutoring because I've always loved helping others learn and discover their potential. One thing you should know about me is I have been gifted since elementary and pride myself in my abilities to explain and teach in ways any child can understand.
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Shane J.

Tutor

Tacoma, WA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
I have an BA from UW. I have an MFA in English. I've taught at UMass Amherst; local colleges; Pisa, Italy; Cambridge and Canterbury, England. I'm fluent in Italian. I've tutor all subjects, including math and science for 40+ years. I offer tutoring through video calls and in person. I can help you set up your own home-school or...

Susan M. says "Shane is wonderful. She is upbeat, patient and has helped my 10th grader immensely with geometry. She is reliable and flexible. So appreciative!"

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Kasha B.

Experienced and Educated Teacher and Tutor

Tacoma, WA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
In-person and Zoom Sessions Available Over 12 years Teaching and Tutoring Experience WA State Teacher Certification Multiple Endorsement Areas K-8: All Subjects 9-12th- English Language Arts, Humanities, History College Prep and Essay Writing IEP and 504 Interpretation Individualized Lessons Homework Help
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Keiauna E.

Tacoma, WA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I offer personalized and supportive tutoring services designed to meet each student's unique learning style and academic goals. Whether it's building foundational skills, improving confidence, or preparing for exams, I create a calm and encouraging environment where students feel motivated to grow. My approach is patient, clear,...
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Natalia S.

Tacoma, WA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a bilingual tutor who enjoys supporting people's learning process in ways that fit their personal learning style and interests! I have tutored at the University level, taught ESL to adult learners, helped students prepare essays and research papers, and also provided private tutoring to K-12 students on all...
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Patrick W.

Tacoma, WA

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$21/hr
I am currently a paramedic student and a full time EMT. I value learning with everyday tasks and making it fun. I also believe that we learn more when we make mistakes and that's what makes us a more rounded person. I have a huge passion for anything sports, science, medical or science related as I have taken all of those...
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Alexandra H.

Certificated Teacher Of 10 Years. Taught Every Subject, K-12 Masters In Education STEM.

Fox Island, WA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient, easygoing. I have a zest for learning and teaching/ science and elementary education is my background. I am passionate at sparking creativity and making that light bulb moment happen for my students.
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Izabela L.

Tacoma, WA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, enthusiastic, and dedicated. I like tutoring because I understand how difficult education can be for anyone; I like knowing that I am able to provide a safe space for tutees to learn and grow. In my spare time, I like to read, study, play video games, and spend time with friends. One...
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Bret A.

Programming, Math, And Foreign Language Tutor

Tacoma, WA

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$35/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as approachable and empathetic, and I like to lead with humor. I like tutoring because I get the share in the excitement of that "eureka!" moment when a concept clicks for my student. I started tutoring during undergrad in 2017, when I worked as an instructor over the summer for iD Tech summer...
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Adrianne B.

Puyallup, WA

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$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as ambitious, optimistic, fun. I want to share my knowledge and experiences. Celebrate my passions and the excitement I have for them. I started tutoring when I was a teenager, providing horse riding lessons and life coaching. I started a project in 2014 giving riding lessons and coaching while...
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Mary-lynn G.

3rd Grade Teacher. Willing To Teach/tutor All Lower Level Students. (K-5)

Puyallup, WA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
I have 3 years of experience teaching at a private school in Bellevue and will be heading into my 4th year of teaching in Tacoma this fall at another private school. I have taught 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade. I am open to tutoring students K-5.
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Anna K.

Native Russian Speaker | Personalized Language Lessons

Auburn, WA

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$23/hr
Hi! I'm a native Russian speaker with a passion for helping others learn this beautiful language. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to improve your conversational skills, I create personalized lessons based on your goals and pace. I'm friendly, patient, and love making language learning enjoyable and practical....
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Stacey W.

Para Educator

Olympia, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I love working with kids! I was a teacher assistant at an amazing private Montessori school for 12 years and have been working as an elementary para educator for the last year and a half. Looking forward to working with your sweet kids ages 3-10!
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Gatlin E.

Federal Way, WA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I'm a patient, supportive tutor who loves helping students build confidence and truly enjoy learning. I work with Elementary through High School students in English, Math, and Science, and I also tutor Spanish and French at the intermediate level, as well as Philosophy and Economics into college level (being my degree...
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Susanna K.

Nanny Or Tutor Available

Olympia, WA

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$24/hr
Hi! My name is Susanna, and I'm a certified educator with a Master's degree in Elementary Education and years of hands-on experience supporting students both in and out of the classroom. I've worked as a paraeducator, student teacher, and private tutor, helping students build confidence and skills in reading, writing, math, and...
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Megan P.

Young Professional Looking To Make A Difference In Her Community.

Lacey, WA

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$20/hr
I'd describe my personality as funny, passionate, and energetic I like tutoring because it allows me to see the "Aha!" lightbulb moments after a child has struggled to grasp a concept. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help my community, while also maintaining a healthy work/life balance. I started tutoring when I was...
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Karina O.

Olympia, WA

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$19/hr
I'd describe my personality as relaxed, punctual and creative. My skills include organization, multitasking, problem-solving I'm a portrait and wedding photographer in Washington State
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Amy H.

Private Tutor

Auburn, WA

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$50/hr
7 years experience
Teaching is my passion, which shows in every thing that I do. My degree is in Elementary Education with an endorsement in Teaching English as a Second Language. I graduated from Central Washington University Magna Cum Laude as well as from Western Governor's University with my masters in Curriculum and Education. I have been...
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  • The average post rate is $17.33/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Lakewood, WA

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Lakewood, WA is $17.33 as of December, 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 Lakewood, WA. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Lakewood 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 Lakewood, WA 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 Lakewood, WA, 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 Lakewood, WA, 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 Lakewood, WA, 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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