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Evan K.

SAT Tutor

Somerville, MA

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$50/hr
7 years experience
I have tutored for two boutique tutoring companies and have been a private tutor for many years. I have roughly 1200 hours of teaching experience, mainly in advanced high school STEM subjects, most done online . I have also done some SAT work as well for private clients. I would love to tutor for any middle school or high school...
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Alexandra C.

Middle School Humanities Teacher

Somerville, MA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I have worked as a licensed Social Studies Teacher, and am currently a middle school English and Reading Teacher. I have also taught English in Brazil as a private ELL tutor.
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Maria M.

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
I have extensive experience as a private tutor in the French language. Having studied at a French school my entire life, I possess a deep understanding of the language and culture. I am passionate about teaching French and strive to make the learning experience enjoyable and engaging for my students. My goal is to instill a love...
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Alexandra M.

Somerville, MA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
I know this is a crazy time with remote learning and kids home from school but I am here to help! I attended one of the most competitive private high schools in the country, Phillips Academy Andover, and am an honors college student at the University of Vermont. I am double majoring in Health & Society and Psychology, and...
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Emily L.

Somerville, MA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
I taught middle school ESL with a history/social studies focus for my first six years in education! I love working with language learners- so much so that I worked at an adult school teaching ESL night classes! I'm moving up to teach high school this school year (10th grade American history!) because I especially enjoy having...
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Alex P.

K-12 Math/Test-Prep Tutoring

Somerville, MA

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$40/hr
1 year experience
My name is Alex and I love tutoring K-12 students in math, economics, and test-prep! I enjoy tutoring because I get satisfaction from seeing someone maximize their potential and truly understand a concept they were struggling with. My strengths are building mathematical foundations and explaining the "why" behind certain...
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Nicole B.

Compassionate, Individualized, and Student-Centered Tutoring

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have experience tutoring high school and fourth grade as well as eight years of experience as an early childhood educator and elementary arts educator. I have worked with children ages 3-11 as well as with adolescents. I hold a bachelors in Childhood Studies and am pursuing my masters in Special Education with a concentration...
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Jackie F.

Middle School/High School Tutor

Somerville, MA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as empathetic, hard working, and optimistic :) I love tutoring kids because I love to learn! It's a great experience to help someone that is struggling with a subject find their footing, so that they can enjoy learning and feel comfortable in their schooling. I have been tutoring students since I...
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Meghan F.

Somerville, MA

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$28/hr
2 years experience
Hi there! I'm a current law student with a strong academic foundation in business, finance, and communications. I earned a 32 on the ACT and a 169 on the LSAT, and I love helping students build the skills and confidence they need to reach their full potential. Whether your student needs support in reading comprehension,...
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Madeleine Edith S.

Elementary Homework Tutor

Somerville, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello, families! I'm a recent graduate of Wellesley College, with experience tutoring and caring for kids ages 4-13. I currently work full-time as an elementary educator, and am looking for some additional gigs during evenings and weekends. I specialize in tutoring critical reading, writing, and executive function skills. I tend...
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Valentina S.

Biology PhD Student Offering Online And In-Person Tutoring!

West Roxbury, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a biology PhD student who is passionate about meeting your child's individual learning needs. I have experience with different learning techniques and have a lot of tips and tricks for studying effectively! For high schoolers- I am offering tutoring in Biology and English, including AP Biology, Language and Literature. I...

Patricia F. says "Valentina was very helpful with tutoring my daughter in Biology. My daughter really related to her teaching style, and she was able to improve her grade...

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Betty L.

Educated And Creative Tutor, Sitter, And Social Coach

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I am an educated and creative person with a good sense of humor living in downtown Boston. Growing up I loved baby sitting in the summers and working in the church nursery and Sunday school. I have 10+ years experience working with children of various ages including teaching communication skills to adults with autism. While...

Kelli S. says "Betty worked for me for about 2 years, she is punctual, has excellent customer service, excellent people skills, connects well with others. She is...

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Mary P.

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
10+ both online and in person: Math (Arithmetic through Calc I / AP AB, statistics) - 10 years; Essay Writing (high school and college level) - 3 years; Spanish - 5 years; Economics (Micro, Macro, Econometrics, Development Economics) - 3 years I am looking forward to working with you and your family. I tutor because I believe...

Baheja R. says "Mary Lou has been tutoring my daughter for the past 2 years and she is amazing. She is very knowledgeable and understanding of my daughter's needs....

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Julia H.

Elementary Teaching Assistant/French Immersion Tutor

Boston, MA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Hello! Bonjour! I'm Julia, an energetic, patient person with three years of teaching and tutoring experience, as well as working with children with IEPs/learning challenges. I grew up speaking French and taught in three elementary schools in the suburbs of Paris, and I now work in the administration at a private school in...
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Lani V.

Special Educator & EL Teacher Available For Private Tutoring (PreK-Grade 8)

Newton Center, MA

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$80/hr
10 years experience
Offering the following: *Private, remote individual or group tutoring conducted virtually online *In person tutoring in Newton, Needham, Wellesley, Weston, Dedham, West Roxbury, or Brookline Massachusetts (other areas considered on a case by case basis) Over 20 years experience in education, and also the parent of two kids...
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Bailey R.

Watertown, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Dance Instructor Available! I have been dancing since I was a child and have extensive experience choreographing and performing! I have given many private lessons and have also worked as a high school dance coach. I love working with children and teens, spreading the love for dance!
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Nicole M.

Experienced Tutor

Quincy, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have been tutoring individuals ages 3-22 for about 3 years. I have worked with migrant workers in and around Tompkins County tutoring them in English. In addition to ESL tutoring I provided school-readiness tutoring for Math and Reading. I have provided private in-home tutoring for local middle and high school students for...
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Elyse M.

Elyse M. - Experienced English Tutor & College Consultant

Arlington, MA

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$85/hr
10 years experience
With 10+ years of experience in both the classroom and private tutoring, I specialize in reading comprehension, writing skills, and analytical essay writing. I also serve as a College Consultant, guiding students through the entire admissions process: from school selection and essays to hitting submit! What sets me apart is my...
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Madeline R.

Dorchester, MA

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$50/hr
3 years experience
I have a masters degree in Speech Language Pathology with 3 years of clinician experience. I currently work at a pediatric private practice in Hingham. I have skilled training in the areas of articulation, receptive/expressive language, literacy (reading/writing), social-communication, and executive function disorders. I have...
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Sydney G.

Tutor

Brighton, MA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Math Tutor! If you are looking for a math tutor, I will be on island until the end of August! I am a licensed middle/high school math teacher with a Master of Education from UMass Amherst. I have tutoring experience since 2017 and will be going into my 2. 5 year of teaching. I have a passion for creating a joyful and...
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  • 60 private tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.80/hr as of August 2025

Recent private tutor reviews from local parents in Somerville, MA

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

Valentina S.

Valentina was very helpful with tutoring my daughter in Biology. My daughter really related to her teaching style, and she was able to...

- Patricia F.

Betty L.

Betty worked for me for about 2 years, she is punctual, has excellent customer service, excellent people skills, connects well with others....

- Kelli S.

Mary P.

Mary Lou has been tutoring my daughter for the past 2 years and she is amazing. She is very knowledgeable and understanding of my...

- Baheja R.

FAQs for finding private tutors near you in Somerville, MA

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in Somerville, MA is $27.80 as of August, 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 Somerville, MA. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from Somerville 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 Somerville, MA 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 Somerville, MA, 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 Somerville, MA, 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 Somerville, MA, 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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