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Drew B.

Private Tutor And Homeschool Facilitator

Petaluma, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have received a Bachelor's Degree in History and Philosophy. As such, I am adept in the Humanities, as well as in Reading, Writing, and Communication. I have 5 years of professional experience in education, and 4 years of experience as an in-home private tutor and home-school facilitator, and can work comfortably with adults,...

Care Member says "We had the pleasure of working with Drew one summer to support our neurodivergent teen, and we couldn't have been more impressed. He designed a tailored...

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Zoe W.

Piano & Vocal Coach

Petaluma, CA

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$50/hr
8 years experience
Private, in-home music lessons for kids 5-15 years of age. Basic sight reading, ear training, music history & theory.
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Gabriella S.

Preschool Tutor

Petaluma, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Gabriella S and I am a private preschool and kindergarten Tutor. My mom had a home preschool from the time I was born until the time I moved out of the house. I grew up helping out my mom until I could become a preschool teacher myself. I later went to school in Scotland learning about children and discovering...
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Annie M.

Annie

Petaluma, CA

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$36/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as warm, positive, happy I like tutoring because I believe, often times, a person just needs something explained or presented in a different way for the subject at hand to be understood. There isn't always time in a traditional classroom setting for students to get the attention they need and a...
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Samuela N.

Petaluma, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
My experience as a teacher likely plays a huge role in your ability to connect with children. Teaching gives you plenty of practice in managing a classroom, engaging students, and finding ways to make learning fun and accessible. It also helps me develop strong communication and organizational skills, along with the patience and...
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Camille G.

Need A Tutor?! I Just Might Be Your Person!

Petaluma, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I'm a recent implant from San Francisco, CA where I graduated from the International High School of San Francisco with my French Baccalaureate in Social Sciences and Economics as well as multiple International Baccalaureate certificates. I was fortunate to receive the President's award for academic achievement give that I...
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Sahar S.

Tutor/nanny/babysitter/personal Assistant

Rohnert Park, CA

5.0(1)
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$46/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Hi my name is Sahar and I have graduated with my bachelor's degree in business with a concentration in accounting. I have a wealth of experience working with children anywhere as a nanny, tutor, babysitter, and personal assistant. I have a 5 star rating on care. com and have had the pleasure of serving 55+ families. I also have...

Care Member says "My wife and I hired Sahar for a full day of sitting for our daughter. At 5 years old, this was her first experience with a babysitter and Sahar was...

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Kristin M.

Rohnert Park, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, dedicated and driven. I like tutoring because I get to meet new people and tutoring keeps my mind sharp. I started tutoring in 2015, although I have always helped my peers since college. In my spare time, I like to rock climb, camp, hike, play softball and spend time with my...
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Tyler J.

Math Tutor

Rohnert Park, CA

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$40/hr
3 years experience
I have always loved math and had a passion for it, it was one of my favorite subjects growing up, so much so that in college I decided to study it further. I now possess a bachelor's degree in Mathematics with a concentration in Secondary Teaching from Sonoma State University. I currently work full-time in finance and tutor on...
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Regina D.

German And Hungarian Tutor

Santa Rosa, CA

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$18/hr
Hi! My name is Regina. I'm Hungarian and partly German, so I speak these languages fluently and I'm willing to help you or your children to learn them! I'm very patient and friendly and I'm good at explaining grammar. I have tutor experience with Hungarian. In private message, I can provide you references. Thank you for...
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Jessica M.

K-12 Teacher With Specialized Training In Dyslexia And Math Challenges.

Santa Rosa, CA

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$45/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a K-12 teacher with 15+ years as a classroom teacher, an Intervention Specialist, and a private tutor. In addition to my teaching credential, I have two master's degrees. One is a MA in Teaching Reading with a specialty in dyslexia. I am also an Orton-Gillingham and Lindamood-Bell instructor in both Math and Reading....
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Amanda A.

Linguist Tutoring In English Language, English Literature, Spanish Language

Santa Rosa, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as patient, flexible, resourceful I like tutoring because sometimes personalized assistance is needed to help a student understand the concepts. I'm looking for a job tutoring English literature, English as a second language, or Spanish language as those are my specialties. I started tutoring...
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Maia P.

Santa Rosa, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience
With a passion for nurturing creativity and fostering academic growth, I offer personalized tutoring in English, Art, Music, and Drama. Drawing from years of experience in both education and the arts, I help students of all ages build confidence, improve their skills, and unlock their full potential. Whether you're looking to...
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Samuel L.

Caregiver, Tutor

Novato, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked as a Private Caregiver for residents with Dementia/Alzheimer's the past 7 years and have experience working as a CNA in hospice and SNF locations. My care experience covers ADL's such as eating, clothing, wound care, showers, medication prompting and dental hygiene. As a private caregiver for residents with...
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Susan P.

Compassionate, Talented Retired Teacher

Santa Rosa, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as charismatic I like tutoring because I taught for 25 years and love teaching reading and writing. I'm looking for a job that I can make a difference in someone's day. I started tutoring when In my spare time, I like to cook, run, and read One thing you should know about me is I was New Educator...
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Brayan T.

Spanish Tutoring

Novato, CA

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$30/hr
As a native Spanish speaker, I offer a unique opportunity for students to learn from someone who has a deep understanding of the language and culture. I can share nuances and idioms that only a native speaker would know, and help students develop an authentic accent and pronunciation. My fluency and familiarity with various...
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Isabella H.

Teacher

Novato, CA

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$50/hr
5 years experience
I currently work as a middle school educator in a private elementary school. Prior to transitioning to the middle school department, I spent three years teaching 5th grade at the same school. Throughout my time as a teacher, I have taught all subjects. I completed my BA in Early Childhood Studies with a specialization in...
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Sarah L.

Santa Rosa, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi there! My name is Sarah. I have experience working as a supplemental instructor through Sonoma State University, and I am here to provide tutoring wether it be in person or online. If you are interested in my knowledge base please don't hesitate to ask! I look forward to hearing from you! Sarah
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Angela V.

Part-Time Tutor

Santa Rosa, CA

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Hi! my name is Angela, I'm a recent college graduate whose comfortable driving, pick ups, drop off no problem. I've babysat at hotels, gone to the park, movies what ever you need. I've worked at a private preschool as well as an after school daycare, I am fingerprinted and have had the necessary background check in order to work...
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Jiokapeci Q.

Passionate Educator

Santa Rosa, CA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
I have been a passionate educator for the past 24 years. I have worked as a high school teacher for 13 years, a college tutor for 9 years ( in Fiji) and a teacher aide for 2 years going now (in the US). My highest qualification is a graduate degree. My subject majors at college are History, Education and Political Science. I'm...
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  • 24 private tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $34.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated private tutors is 5.0

FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Petaluma, CA

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Petaluma, CA is $34.00 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 Petaluma, CA. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Petaluma 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 Petaluma, CA 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 Petaluma, CA, 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 Petaluma, CA, 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 Petaluma, CA, 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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