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Talia G.

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
3 years experience
As an avid learner, I understand the importance of individual learning styles and motivation. I have taught private piano lessons for two years and tutored at multiple academic levels from high school math and science all the way to teaching preschoolers how to read. I love being creative and helping my students learn in...
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Michelle C.

Music Instructor/Consultant

Portland, OR

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 30+ years of music instruction and consulting private and group lessons, in addition to child care and music workshops, classes, and summer camps. I am comfortable working with special needs ages Pre-K through adult. I also offer event management and consultation. My studio is located in NE Portland, Oregon. I am also...
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Julie A.

Teacher, Tutor

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I meet students where they are at to help them achieve their goals. I am a certified English Language Arts teacher with a range of K-12 experience. I taught at Valor Middle School in Woodburn, OR, completed student teaching at Wilsonville HS, and substitute for Portland Public Schools. Since 2008, I have been teaching violin...
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Amy H.

Tutor (Writing And Art)

Portland, OR

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I worked as a writing consultant at a community college in Southern California. I was also a teaching assistant for an ESL class during that time as well. I have also been a conversation partner at a local community college here. I absolutely love the English language and helping people improve their writing and conversational...
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Claire S.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have experience teaching a small classroom of children and privately tutoring a child. I taught Spanish in both of those instances. I have also volunteered at the Boys & Girls Club, where I assisted children with their homework very frequently. I feel confident enough to help with most subjects (especially if it's elementary...

Elizabeth S. says "Claire is my daughter's Spanish tutor. She is very knowledgeable and is great with kids. She is fun and engaging."

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Natalie Q.

Caring And Effective Writing/English Tutor

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello there! I'm Natalie, an experienced academic coach and writing/English tutor with extensive background educating students from diverse cultural backgrounds and with learning differences. I'm currently a Writing Learning Specialist at Mt. Hood Community College where I tutor writing, reading, and English to high school and...

Mary H. says "Natelie is not only a natural and experienced educator, she goes above and beyond what is expected and is dedicated to adapting her skills, knowledge and...

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Jackson G.

Portland, OR

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm Jackson! I'm new to care. com, but l've had a lot of experience in tutoring and working with kids in an educational setting. My experience includes TAing, working as a residential advisor, privately tutoring, and test prep, with ages 7 - 18. I love to help inspire people to be passionate about what they're learning, and...
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Kennedy B.

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Portland, OR

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I'm Paige, and I've been tutoring students from early education through high school for several years. I provide tutoring in all subjects through 8th grade and specialize in English, social studies, science, electives, and Spanish at the high school level. In addition to academic tutoring, I offer private volleyball...
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Cassidy N.

Spanish And ESL Tutor

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have experience teaching infants at a montessori school, as a toddler lead teacher & as a preschool after school program director. I've also worked for many families with infants and older as a private nanny / night nurse (including for twins and in a nanny share situation) and as a babysitter and dog walker/ pet & house...
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Brighid H.

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Brighid and I am an educator who has worked as a tutor and instructor for private families as well as in school settings. I have tutored a wide range of kids from ages 5 to 17. Subject areas: math (elementary through precalculus), science, reading and writing, and social studies. I've been tutoring for over 6...
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Laurel C.

Empowering Your Individual Child

Portland, OR

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have been a teacher in the public school setting for over 40 years, which has provided me with a wide range of experience in teaching; I have also worked as a private tutor. Having taken a number of classes in psychology and counseling, and having been endorsed as a special education teacher, I've found my passion for working...
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Aurora S.

Part-Time Tutor Available

Portland, OR

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Hello! My name is Aurora, and I've been in the education and service industries for over 14 years. I've spent the past year working with two private families as a full time Career Nanny. I've worked with children of a wide range of ages (newborn through 8th grade), and have extensive experience with toddlers through 6th grade....
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Katlin S.

Portland, OR

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have several years of diverse teaching and tutoring experience across age groups and subjects. For two years, I worked as a teacher's aide in a preschool classroom, where I supported early childhood learning and classroom management. I also taught as a dance instructor, designing and leading curriculum that balanced...
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Gabrielle W.

Portland, OR

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$21/hr
6 years experience
I most recently worked as a teacher in a Montessori preschool for a year and a half, in a classroom of 12 children between the ages of 16 months and 3 years. I have a current certification in adult and pediatric CPR and first-aid, as well as an active food handlers card. I have 4 years of experience as a private English language...
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Lalia M.

Tutor/Instructor, Mentor, Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have a strong and varied career in theater and education and am currently finishing my masters degree in education. I have been working with children of all ages from diverse backgrounds and abilities including ADD, ADHD and those on the spectrum for years both in private settings and in the school system. I have taught...
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Benjamin S.

Experienced Math, Science, Test Prep Tutor

Portland, OR

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$80/hr
5 years experience
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Biochemistry from Lewis & Clark College. My passion for teaching sparked while I was working as a tutor at a drop-in tutoring center. It was there that I recognized the impact that accessible, personalized education can have on students. This realization drove me to eventually...
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Caitlin P.

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I love working with kids and I've been working with them for about 3 years now. I'm a very patient and reliable person. I'm currently a full time student at PSU with the goal of becoming a speech-language pathologist.
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Samuel B.

Portland, OR

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$32/hr
3 years experience
I'm passionate about helping students unlock their full potential through personalized support. With years of experience in intense educational spaces, I focus on building confidence and fostering a love for learning. I hold a two college degrees, in Political Science and Sociology, and can provide tutoring in Social Studies,...
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Madeleine B.

Tutor Available

Portland, OR

1.0(0)
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$30/hr
3 years experience
I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated tutor who loves helping others explore and learn specially on the subject/subjects struggling with tutor available. I am well-known for my excellent subject knowledge and providing supportive learning lesson for student who need personal attention and makes learning simple and fun for them.
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Sarah W.

Portland, OR

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$22/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as creative, caring, and imaginative. I like tutoring because I want students to feel confident in themselves in all subjects, so that they can one day truly enjoy learning. In my spare time, I like to play piano, sing, spend time with my dogs or family, bake, or do art.
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  • 81 private tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.60/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated private tutors is 4.5

FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Portland, OR

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Portland, OR is $27.60 as of November, 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 Portland, OR. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Portland 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 Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR, 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 Portland, OR, 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 Portland, OR, 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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