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Eiesha H.

PhD Scholar, Professor, Caregiver, Mother And Wife

Portsmouth, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have had over 20 years of tutoring experience in a wide range of areas from reading, math, english, and more. In addition, I am a private dance, cheer and tumble instructor and pageant coach. I host several etiquette classes and parenting classes. I teach at three universities online, first aid/CPR certified, Covid vaccinated,...
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Tiannah S.

School General Subjects Tutor

Portsmouth, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
This past year, I have been working for Chesapeake Public Schools as a Special Education teacher's assistant for third graders. During this time, I have learned that I am able to work with students that have a range of personal challenges and social or educational difficulties. Even before I gained "real" teaching experience,...
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Allison S.

K-8 English And Reading Comprehension Tutor Online And In Norfolk, VA!

Norfolk, VA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Allison and I'm a tutor for English and Reading for grades K-8 and I'm based in Norfolk, VA. I tutor online and in person if you are based in the Park Place and Ghent neighborhoods.
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Prevail I.

Caring Sitter And Passionate Tutor

Norfolk, VA

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am Prevail. A Nigerian girl passionate about learning, growing and helping. I'd describe my personality as friendly, gentle, and easy going. I like tutoring because it inspires me to be an impact to others. I'm looking for a job that is flexible, close-by, and has a good pay. I started tutoring in 2020, while I was...
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Linaja Patrice R.

Chesapeake, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm passionate about helping students succeed in Math, English Language Arts (ELA), and Science. With hands-on experience tutoring my younger siblings, I've developed a patient, supportive approach that helps them grasp concepts at their own pace. I understand that everyone has a unique way of processing information, and I...
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Paul O.

Meet Pj

Chesapeake, VA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hey, so my name is Paul and or Pj as most kids call me, I've been a teacher assistant for about 3 years and counting now. I'm looking to transition into still helping kids as much as I can while I go back to school as well, I've also worked in the daycare/after setting for about 1. 5 years periodically. I'm good with test...
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Kylee B.

Dr. Battelle's Tutoring

Chesapeake, VA

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$19/hr
3 years experience
I worked in the public school system for the past two years. I have also worked for Huntington Learning Center. I have a graduate degree in science. I have tutored all ages from kindergarten to grade 12. I'd describe my personality as motivated, kind, compassionate. I like tutoring because I have a passion for teaching and...
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Samuel S.

Language And Music Teacher

Norfolk, VA

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$13/hr
I am an enthusiastic, creative person with experience with ADD/ADHD students. I grew up with a earning disability, and am good at connecting with children. I speak French at a near fluent level. I also have three years of German. I am a classically trained bass guitarist proficient in jazz, and I can play the guitar. I am very...
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Georgie S.

Chesapeake, VA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
My name is Georgie and I am dedicated to empowering diverse learners! I am a special educator and I utilize various evidence based strategies and tools to meet the unique academic needs of my students. Through a personalized and student-centered approach, I am eager to provide a positive learning experience that builds...
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Meghan S.

Fun And Engaging Reading Tutor

Norfolk, VA

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$14/hr
20 years experience
Hi! I am currently a reading tutor in public school and I am eager to continue to tutor over the summer as well. I have a Master's in Education and 16 years of teaching experience. I absolutely love kids and consider myself to be a fun and engaging teacher. I love to focus on main goals while also incorporating games at the end...
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Brittany C.

Fun, Hand-on Tutoring Who Is Eager To Help Your Child Succeed!

Norfolk, VA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Brittany and I LOVE tutoring math. I'm a former educator who has experiences both online and in person tutoring and creating math content. I believe it's important to cater to a student's needs whether that means they are a visual learner or need real life examples to help them connect. I'm excited to meet...
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Gabriela W.

Norfolk, VA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I will be going to school to become a teacher in the fall of 2020. I enjoy teaching and seeing improvement in students. I am an honors and AP student with all A's and B's. I am very creative and open-minded. I can adapt to all different learning methods, personally I prefer to tutor with an approach with mix of all of them.
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Leanne M.

Norfolk, VA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
I am a current UVA student. I graduated from high school as valedictorian. 1540 SAT with perfect score on essay. 34 ACT. I'd describe my personality as patient, communicative, and organized. I started tutoring in 2017. One thing you should know about me is I value communication and safety. My skills include open...
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Raven G.

Norfolk, VA

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$17/hr
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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Teresa J.

Virginia Beach, VA

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$40/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Virginia certified teacher who has home schooled my five children for over 20 years, taught in public and private schools and tutored as well. My training and experience allow me to be able to meet a variety of needs for students and families. I love working with students helping them to become confident in an area where...

Christopher S. says "Teresa is an excellent teacher who was able to help our child grow and learn all material needed to help them succeed in the next grade. She is very...

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Lana D.

Teacher/Tutor/Caregiver/Baby Sitter/Pet Sitter Available

Virginia Beach, VA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have taught school for 30 years, kindergarten through third grades. I managed a private daycare with 250 3, 4,& 5-year-olds and taught the kindergarten curriculum. I have also worked with Sylvan Learning Centers as well as done private tutoring. I am now working with Home Instead as a caregiver to the elderly. Thanks for your...
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Logan S.

Virginia Beach, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Ive softball and cheered all through high school, I'm available for private tumbling lessons, batting lessons, I also excel in english as I was a DE/AP student in high school and a student tutor my freshman and sophomore years at ODU.
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Natalie C.

English Tutor

Newport News, VA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, understanding, and dedicated. I like tutoring because I understand what it's like to struggle in school, especially when it comes to English. Through hard work and learning tips and tricks, I was able to graduate high school in the top 10% of my class and continue into college with similar...
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Pierre D.

Virginia Beach, VA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I am an experienced Special Education Teacher (16+ years in NYC & VB) dedicated to supporting your child's unique needs. I have a proven track record of success in diverse settings, including public & private schools, specialized camps; I'm skilled in differentiating instruction & creating supportive learning environments where...
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Pritty D.

Elementary And Middle School Tutor

Newport News, VA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as hardworking, caring, ambitious I like tutoring because it provides me with the opportunity to help today's youth reach their future endeavors I'm looking for a job that provides me with a once a week opportunity to tutor a child that needs help academically I started tutoring when I myself was...
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FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Portsmouth, VA

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Portsmouth, VA is $17.50 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 Portsmouth, VA. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, VA, 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 Portsmouth, VA, 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 Portsmouth, VA, 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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