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Azime O.

Piscataway, NJ

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$27/hr
5 years experience
I'd describe my personality as patient. I like tutoring because I like to teach and help students in their journey. I'm looking for a job that gives me the joy while I am teaching. I started tutoring when I was in college. In my spare time, I like to make sure that I have enough time to refresh myself. One thing you...
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Ecem K.

Union, NJ

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$35/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, patient and cheerful I like tutoring because I love teaching so much. I enjoy it. I also can teach turkish. I am turkish. I started tutoring when I was 24 In my spare time, I like to go to gym
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Christina S.

Christina - K-6 Tutor In All Subjects

New Providence, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
*Please note: I will add more hours to my availability June-Sept. As a teacher for four years, I strive to continue supporting students in an in-person tutoring setting, giving them the tools to succeed and build confidence. I am certified to teach children, ages kindergarten through sixth grade, in the following disciplines:...
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Adrienne H.

Piscataway, NJ

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Hello, I'm Adrienne! I am a nursing student with over 5 years of experience working with children, elders, and pets! I have worked as a camp counselor on and off for kids ages 3-12, volunteered at an animal shelter, and worked as a nurse's assistant in a nursing home and rehabilitation center for elders with physical and mental...
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Kate D.

Union, NJ

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$15/hr
I lived with an elderly person for 6 years. I cleaned, cooked and did laundry for the person.
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Alison S.

Cranford, NJ

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$26/hr
I'd describe my personality as caring, organized, punctual. I like tutoring because I like to help people. I'm looking for a job that is consistent. I started tutoring when I was 18. In my spare time, I like to be with my dog and children. One thing you should know about me is I care. My skills include math, reading,...
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Olivia P.

Private 1-on-1 Tutoring In Math And Science

Denville, NJ

4.2(1)
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$50/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
I am excited to announce that I currently have a few spots open for the 2023-24 school year!

Monica N. says "I'm late in writing this review but we hired Olivia as our teen daughters tutor for math and she was fantastic. Olivia always came prepared and on time...

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Ashley A.

Teacher/Tutor And Nanny/Babysitter

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Ashley, I am 29 years old. I have held teaching positions officially for 5 years. I have worked with children ages 3months old-18 years old. I currently live in Jersey City. My bachelor's degree is in Psychology and my master's degree is in Educational Psychology. I have a dog of my own so I don't mind pets. In the...

Care Member says "She has helped my kids progress in school she is a very nice person I recommend her"

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Christopher C.

Morris Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$100/hr
4 years experience
My name is Christopher and I am an attorney in private practice. Prior to my employment in the legal profession, I tutored students who needed assistance in their writing courses and Spanish-language studies. As to education, I graduated college magna cum laude with a double major in both Spanish Language and International...

Annamarie R. says "Christopher was an excellent Spanish tutor. He was very knowledgeable in the content area and assisted with the needs of my course. He was respectful,...

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Stephanie C.

Bloomfield, NJ

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hola! My name is Stephanie and I am an empathetic, positive and creative, aspiring elementary school educator. I am currently a Substitute Teacher and previously taught at Montessori schools and aboard in Nicaragua. I have experience teaching students from 4 to 13 years old in subjects including Spanish, Writing, Math, English...
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Amy P.

The Math Whisperer

Staten Island, NY

4.9(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 40 families in your area
Hello! I'm Amy, a dedicated educator with a Master's in Education and certifications in Pre-K through Grade 6 and secondary education. I specialize in creating engaging, personalized lessons for students of all ages, from early childhood through college, across a wide range of subjects including math, science, reading, and...

Care Member says "Amy has been very patient with our 9 year old and equally as patient with the parents trying to relearn 4th grade math :) I highly recommend her...

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Hanna B.

Verona, NJ

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
1 year experience
Good morning/evening parents and caretakers! I'm a recent graduate from MSU, who majored in psychology and am certified to teach grades K-6. I worked as a preschool teacher of a privately owned school for many years, which helped build upon my passion for education. I have experience in lesson planning, working on fine and gross...
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Meghan K.

Funny, Certified Teacher W/ Tons Of Experience And Patience

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Taught public school grades 7-adult for for 12 years. Taught grades 3 thru college outside of public school setting. Member of Folger Shakespeare Workshop Professional Community, Lead Teacher for Non-Profit Prep Program, Pathways to College (5 years) - Coached HS Varsity Boys Soccer for 5 years - developed individual weight...

Shahid B. says "My daughter needed some help with English at school. I messaged a few tutors in the area and Meghan was the first one to respond. She listened to our...

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Maria G.

Swim Instructor

Bayonne, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Maria and I have been a certified swim instructor for over 13 years now. I love teaching everyone of all ages to swim. I have my own transportation and equipment. I travel to my clients pools. I do infants to adults and also do private lessons as well as group sessions. I worked as an EMT and a swim instructor...
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Lexie M.

Private Swim Lesson Instructor

Hazlet, NJ

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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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Ava I.

College-educated Tutor

Montclair, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have extensive experience tutoring for the past 10 years starting with a tutoring program in high school, to private tutoring, as well as working at Kumon.
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Desiree T.

Staten Island, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and responsible. I like tutoring because it allows me to help others grow, share my knowledge, and make a positive impact. It is fulfilling to see others succeed with my guidance and expertise. I'm looking for a job to help an individual achieve their academic goals. Ideally, I...
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Danielle R.

Private Tutor

Morristown, NJ

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$40/hr
6 years experience
I started tutoring in 2009 and have continued throughout the past few years. I recently graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a masters degree in Bioengineering and a minor in Engineering Entrepreneurship. I am currently working as a medical device engineer at Johnson & Johnson but am available to tutor in the...
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Ami V.

Experienced Teacher, ELA Test Prep, Special Education, TESOL Certified

Staten Island, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi, my name is Ami! I have a Bachelor's degree from St. John's University in both Childhood Education and Social Studies. I have four years of teaching experience, including special education teaching, in both public and private schools. My teaching experience includes teaching in preschool, first, second, third, and seventh...
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Tiana A.

A Helping Hand!

Newark, NJ

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have been tutoring privately for the past 2 years. I begin working with students with special needs, such as autism, learning disabilities and ADHD. This taught me a great deal about catering to the needs of each student is critical. I developed patience, strategic techniques, and teaching methods (ABA) while tutoring. All...
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  • 60 private tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.67/hr as of June 2025

Recent private tutor reviews from local parents in Plainfield, NJ

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

Olivia P.

I'm late in writing this review but we hired Olivia as our teen daughters tutor for math and she was fantastic. Olivia always came prepared...

- Monica N.

Ashley A.

She has helped my kids progress in school she is a very nice person I recommend her

- Care member

Christopher C.

Christopher was an excellent Spanish tutor. He was very knowledgeable in the content area and assisted with the needs of my course. He was...

- Annamarie R.

FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Plainfield, NJ

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Plainfield, NJ is $30.67 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 Plainfield, NJ. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Plainfield 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 Plainfield, NJ 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 Plainfield, NJ, 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 Plainfield, NJ, 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 Plainfield, NJ, 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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