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Kiandra M.

Poughkeepsie, NY

4.7(1)
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$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I am a teacher and I am very passionate about teaching others. I feel like any person can learn you just have to change your methods of teaching.

Care Member says "Kiandra is punctual, patient and goes above and beyond. "

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Rachel S.

Professional

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$26/hr
Rachel holds a master's degree and has experience tutoring students in Calculus II and Molecular Biology. She is skilled at breaking down complex mathematical concepts and helping students grasp difficult topics through personalized instruction. Rachel is passionate about supporting students' academic growth and success.
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Melisa Z.

I Can Help Your Child With Spanish

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I'm a native Spanish person, if you child need help I can do that she/he feel more comfortable talking, writing and listening the language. I'm a nanny and I have experience helping kids to learn.
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Shanel R.

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
Hi! My name is Shanel, and I provide personalized English tutoring for students in grades K through 8. I specialize in helping children improve their reading, writing, grammar, and overall language skills through fun, supportive, and structured lessons tailored to their individual needs. Whether your child needs help catching up...
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Olivia Z.

Fun Sitter

New Paltz, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Olivia and I'm an early childhood education major at Suny New Paltz. I love children and have babysat for my neighbors, family, and friends since I was in high school. I am a patient, kind, and energetic person who can keep up with children of all ages. I am also fully vaccinated. Available for tutoring
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Kaitlyn C.

New Paltz, NY

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$24/hr
1 year experience
I started tutoring by helping my friends in school with homework assignments in exchange for extra snacks from the school cafeteria, so it was no surprise when I began working as a Montessori teaching assistant my senior year of high school. I have continued to teach in and out of public and private institutions, as well as...
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Tessa N.

ESL Certified Teacher For Young Learners And Teaching Online

Wappingers Falls, NY

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$25/hr
Being new to teaching ESL, I bring a fresh perspective and deep enthusiasm for language learning. I believe that effective instruction should be engaging, interactive, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each learner. My approach prioritizes creativity, accessibility, and personalized support to help students develop...
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Sonia R.

Staatsburg, NY

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$25/hr
I am a mother and a grandmother of many children. I was an art teacher in a private Catholic School. I am now retired but I teach Sunday school and I am willing to care for your school age children helping them in any aspect needed from picking them up from school helping them with homework, meals, running errands and helping to...
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Merilee R.

You + Me = Success

New Windsor, NY

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a Math teacher and an experienced Math Tutor with 16 years professional experience. I specialize in Algebra, Algebra 2, Geometry and Trigonometry as well as Regents And SAT Preparation. I graduated with honors from Mount Saint Mary College and spent several years at SUNY Orange tutoring at a college level. I work with kids...

Vanessa R. says "Merilee has been tutoring my son in Algebra 2 for a few months. He is in 11th grade. He has had great success in his class since meeting with Merilee. We...

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Sam N.

Ulster Park, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
As a nanny for a family, I always help the kids with their homework after school. I am looking to help students who are struggling in school. School can be such a difficult time in a young persons life between finding the balance between friends, self-esteem, and academics. I want to help students bring out the best in...
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Nancy H.

Tutor

Tillson, NY

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$60/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a Master's level teacher whose private school closed in 2020. I was a classroom teacher for grades 4-8. I provide tutoring, homework assistance, and home school support for all ages and subjects. families. Additionally, I have 2 sons on the autism spectrum. Our school district just wanted to put them in Life Skills...
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Jennifer B.

Patient And Creative Tutor Who Makes Learning Fun!

Newburgh, NY

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$26/hr
9 years experience
Hi! My name is Jenny, and I am a former NYC DOE as Special Education teacher. Currently, I am a school administrator at a boarding school. As a teacher and tutor, I foster positive student-teacher relationships to create an environment where students are willing to try new and difficult things. My goal is to make learning...
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Lacey B.

Patient, Effective Tutor

Fishkill, NY

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$40/hr
5 years experience
I am a High School English Teacher. I have a Teaching background where I taught regular classes on a daily basis for 3 years. In addition to that, I have tutored students in various areas such as in Basic Spanish, English Language, Reading and Elementary Maths. I have also tutored in other subject areas at the Elementary to to...
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Alyssa R.

Student Tutor

Holmes, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Alyssa. I'm a graduating college student studying psychology and chemistry. I have multiple experiences teaching/tutoring children of all ages and abilities. I've worked in both professional settings as well as private ones. I've student taught a 7th grade biology class, tutored two 7-year-olds, one with ASD and...
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Dariel S.

New Windsor, NY

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$35/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as creative innovative and kind I like tutoring because teaching is my passion I'm looking for a job that allows me to be myself I started tutoring when I was a undergraduate and did most of the work during the summer hours In my spare time, I like to read a book, walk my dog and travel My...
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Sanaa S.

Helloo! My Name Is Sanaa

New Windsor, NY

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$24/hr
4 years experience
I am a very energetic and fun person. I know learning isn't always easy for kids but I promise to make learning a fun experience for your child. I have many years of experience working with and teaching kids. My strong subjects are math and ELA but i'm great in everything else too. As a tutor I would like to set up a learning...
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Jo P.

Skilled And Mature Tutor With A Variety Of Skills And Over A Decade Of Experience

Kingston, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, open-minded and assertive I like tutoring because it's fulfilling and challenging I'm looking for a job that allows me to make a difference while strengthening my own skills I started tutoring English in the summertime in Seoul, South Korea when I was in late Highschool In my spare...
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Robin W.

Private Lessons/Tutor

Wallkill, NY

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$30/hr
8 years experience
I am an occupational therapist by profession and a mom by occupation. I have a specialty in tutoring children with school projects that involve multiple skills, materials, and subjects, as well as teaching English, writing papers, and essays. I believe in a multi-sensory learning style, which is particularly beneficial for...
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  • 18 private tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated private tutors is 4.0

FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Poughkeepsie, NY

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Poughkeepsie, NY is $23.00 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 Poughkeepsie, NY. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Poughkeepsie 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 Poughkeepsie, NY 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 Poughkeepsie, NY, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY, 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 Poughkeepsie, NY, 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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