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Giovanna L.

Purchase, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I'd describe my personality as hard working, kind, and ambitious. I like tutoring because I like to help people and watch them succeed. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help others. I started tutoring this year after graduating with my masters. In my spare time, I like to go outside or exercise. One thing you...
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Rachel D.

Experienced And Caring Tutor

Harrison, NY

5.0(1)
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$80/hr
10 years experience
Are you looking for a patient, dependable, and effective tutor to assist your child with test prep, homework, or ever-changing curricula? I can help! I am an experienced certified educator and tutor with 12 years of service in public elementary and middle schools. I have extensive tutoring experience and have helped students...

Care Member says "We are grateful for Rachel's help in preparing our 10-year-old daughter for private school admission and improving her overall academics. She was always...

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Allison P.

In-Person/Remote Tutor

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
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$75/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm Allison! I'm an experienced teacher, currently teaching 4th grade! I have 10 years of experience working in elementary education. I have worked in many different educational settings and have specialized with students with disabilities. Although most of my experience is in elementary level students, I have had 4 years of...

Carrie D. says "Allison worked with our son a couple of years ago inside/outside our home and virtually during the pandemic. She is extremely patient, kind and caring....

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Jessica A.

Psychology-informed, Compassionate, And Determined Care

New Rochelle, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have a BA in psychology and I am currently enrolled in a competitive, remote program at SUNY Buffalo to earn my Masters in Social Work. I am well versed in applying creative problem-solving and teaching distress tolerance skills for young students who struggle with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Those skills also help, though,...

Emily P. says "Really great tutor. Patient and observant. Figured out what my weaknesses were and explained the concepts I didn't grasp while in class. My grade raised...

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Megha S.

Patient Middle School Tutor

Hartsdale, NY

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Will be certified personal care assistant and home health aide assistant by end of January 2025. Have experience taking care of a loved one in my home so I am family with basic needs of elderly person.

Jennifer G. says "As both a caregiver and a tutor, I can't give Megha enough accolades! She is punctual and thorough and her mannerism is professional yet caring. She is...

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Elizabeth E.

Tutor/Mentor/Coach

Stamford, CT

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I work as a tutor/mentor/coach. I am having great success with social skills, writing, math, science, social studies and homework assistance. Empathetic and patient to the core, I find ways to communicate and to teach that are fun and fulfilling. Happiness is often based on the child's success in moving forward and finding...

Shannon O. says "Elizabeth is a warm and engaging tutor. She is patient and proactive about finding news ways to work with the kids. My kids really liked working with...

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Grace D.

Harvard Graduate (MBA And B.A.) Private Tutor - College Applications, Math, English, French, Music

Scarsdale, NY

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I am a positive, organized, and motivated (and motivating) seasoned private tutor and college admissions consultant seeking opportunities to teach math, science, english, french, and music. I always aim to help students reach their true potential by helping them form the best study tactics for their level. I have tutored...
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Violet D.

Hastings on Hudson, NY

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$56/hr
7 years experience
Hello! My name is Violet. I am a former elementary school teacher and have been working as a private tutor for a Manhattan based company for the last three years. I have also worked as an English language learner teacher, as a reading specialist and as an assistant pre school teacher. I have experience working with all grades...
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Olivia K.

High School Mathematics Tutor

Stamford, CT

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$100/hr
5 years experience
I am a dedicated mathematics teacher with five years of experience in the New York City Department of Education. Throughout my career, I have taught Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and AP Statistics, helping students achieve academic success and develop a strong foundation in mathematics. My passion for teaching extends beyond the...
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Jessica U.

Private English/ ELA Tutor

White Plains, NY

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$50/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Jessica and I am a NYS Certified English Teacher. I have a BA in English with a specialization in Literature with a minor in middle high-school education. I have taught 10th and 12th graders in NY and have experience tutoring children from ages 7 to 18years of age. Aside from Reading, Writing and Spelling, I...
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Paul P.

Trumpet Player

Bronxville, NY

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$25/hr
I have over 20 years experience playing the trumpet. I took professiona private one on one lessons myself growing up. I competed in NYSMA and was noted to have impressive sight reading skills. I am classically trained as well as jazz and funk. I have all of the necessary trumpet books to work on from beginner through college.
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Danielle P.

Experienced Teacher With Tutoring Experience

New Rochelle, NY

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$50/hr
16 years experience
I'd describe my personality as warm, optimistic, organized. I like tutoring because I love to work on individualized goals to make a big impact.
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Laurie T.

Reading Tutor

White Plains, NY

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am a certified elementary teacher and reading specialist with a strong focus on individualized instruction and a multisensory approach to learning. I love working with students to build confidence and develop their reading skills." I currently work with students in grades K-3 focusing on phonics instruction and...
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Jamilla F.

Highly-Effective, Personalized And Passionate

Elmsford, NY

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$75/hr
10 years experience
With 12 years of teaching and 5 in instructional coaching and consulting experience, I excel at simplifying complex concepts and adapting to each student's learning style. I'm dedicated to creating a supportive environment where students feel confident, empowered, and equipped to succeed.
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Vickie B.

Experienced Math Tutor With Warm Demeanor And Masters Degree

Stamford, CT

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$149/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as warm, kind, understanding I like tutoring because I love seeing my students make progress with their math skills, and seeing their confidence build as they improve I'm looking for a job with students who want to improve their math skills and need a little help along the way I started tutoring...
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Ruth V.

Experienced ENL/ESL Tutor - Reading & Writing Support For Elementary & Middle School Students

Port Chester, NY

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$27/hr
7 years experience
Hi, my name is Ruth, and I'm an experienced ENL (English as a New Language) teacher at Roosevelt School in Ossining, NY. With a Master's degree in TESOL, I specialize in helping multilingual learners build confidence in reading, writing, and language development. I offer private tutoring in Westchester County, including Port...
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Shannon F.

Teacher By Day, Dog-loving Musician By Night!

Stamford, CT

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am a NYS certified ELA teacher for grades 7-12, but I have experience with students ranging from K-12! I am also a freelance writer/editor with a small client base, and am privy to the college application process. I can provide tutoring lessons in all subjects involving literacy; reading/writing/speaking/listening. I...
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Amy W.

Experienced Tutor With A B.A. In Education & Personalized Approach

Stamford, CT

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$35/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Amy, and I'm a passionate educator with a B. A. in Education and over a decade of experience working with children of all ages. I specialize in creating supportive, confidence-building learning environments tailored to each child's unique needs. As someone who personally navigated both a 504 and IEP plan growing up, I...
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Ellis C.

Academic Consultant

New Rochelle, NY

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$28/hr
3 years experience
I am currently a Cornell University undergraduate pursuing a degree in Computer Science with a specialization in Software Engineering and Industrial Design. Over the course of the last 4 years of my life I have worked as a tutor to provide children with the opportunity to excel both inside and outside of the classroom setting. I...
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Christina T.

Experienced Tutor With Patience.

Larchmont, NY

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I am a working professional. I started tutoring 15 years ago in academic areas ranging from English to SAT prep. I have a great deal of experience tutoring kids with learning disabilities such as ADD and Aspergers , ages ranging from 5 to 19. My schedule is flexible and I can do remote tutoring or in person . I have a great deal...
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  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent private tutor reviews from local parents in Purchase, NY

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

Rachel D.

We are grateful for Rachel's help in preparing our 10-year-old daughter for private school admission and improving her overall academics....

- Care member

Allison P.

Allison worked with our son a couple of years ago inside/outside our home and virtually during the pandemic. She is extremely patient, kind...

- Carrie D.

Jessica A.

Really great tutor. Patient and observant. Figured out what my weaknesses were and explained the concepts I didn't grasp while in class. My...

- Emily P.

FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Purchase, NY

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Purchase, NY is $17.00 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 Purchase, NY. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Purchase 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 Purchase, 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 Purchase, 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 Purchase, 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 Purchase, 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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