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Julieanne C.

North Brunswick, NJ

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$27/hr
1 year experience
My approach focuses on understanding each students unique learning by style and adapting lessons accordingly. Through patience, encouragement, and personalized guidance, l strive to empower students to reach their full potential and develop a lifelong love for learning.
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Alison S.

Cranford, NJ

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$26/hr
I'd describe my personality as caring, organized, punctual. I like tutoring because I like to help people. I'm looking for a job that is consistent. I started tutoring when I was 18. In my spare time, I like to be with my dog and children. One thing you should know about me is I care. My skills include math, reading,...
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Samuel H.

English Tutoring

New Brunswick, NJ

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I am ready to help your child thrive in language skills. I can help with reading, writing and comprehension. I also offer Spanish tutoring for families looking to develop foreign language in their child. Join the many satisfied families who have used my services! Both in person and online tutoring are available.
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Christopher C.

Morris Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
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$100/hr
4 years experience
My name is Christopher and I am an attorney in private practice. Prior to my employment in the legal profession, I tutored students who needed assistance in their writing courses and Spanish-language studies. As to education, I graduated college magna cum laude with a double major in both Spanish Language and International...

Annamarie R. says "Christopher was an excellent Spanish tutor. He was very knowledgeable in the content area and assisted with the needs of my course. He was respectful,...

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Asmita B.

Versatile Caregiver: Senior Sitter, Babysitter, Special Needs Support, Housekeeper, Tutor,

Plainsboro, NJ

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
2 years experience
Experienced and Compassionate Caregiver: Dedicated to providing attentive care for seniors, children of all ages, and individuals with special needs. Skilled in companionship, meal preparation, household upkeep, and personal care. Proficient in English, adept at homework help, and flexible with schedules. I love tutoring kids....

Care Member says "Asmita has been caring for my 97 yo old Mom . I could not have asked for a more compassionate and respectful caregiver. She is so kind and makes certain...

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Hanna B.

Verona, NJ

5.0(0)
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$23/hr
1 year experience
Good morning/evening parents and caretakers! I'm a recent graduate from MSU, who majored in psychology and am certified to teach grades K-6. I worked as a preschool teacher of a privately owned school for many years, which helped build upon my passion for education. I have experience in lesson planning, working on fine and gross...
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Ashley A.

Teacher/Tutor And Nanny/Babysitter

Jersey City, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Ashley, I am 29 years old. I have held teaching positions officially for 5 years. I have worked with children ages 3months old-18 years old. I currently live in Jersey City. My bachelor's degree is in Psychology and my master's degree is in Educational Psychology. I have a dog of my own so I don't mind pets. In the...

Care Member says "She has helped my kids progress in school she is a very nice person I recommend her"

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Meghan K.

Funny, Certified Teacher W/ Tons Of Experience And Patience

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Taught public school grades 7-adult for for 12 years. Taught grades 3 thru college outside of public school setting. Member of Folger Shakespeare Workshop Professional Community, Lead Teacher for Non-Profit Prep Program, Pathways to College (5 years) - Coached HS Varsity Boys Soccer for 5 years - developed individual weight...

Shahid B. says "My daughter needed some help with English at school. I messaged a few tutors in the area and Meghan was the first one to respond. She listened to our...

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Amy P.

The Math Whisperer

Staten Island, NY

4.9(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 40 families in your area
Hello! I'm Amy, a dedicated educator with a Master's in Education and certifications in Pre-K through Grade 6 and secondary education. I specialize in creating engaging, personalized lessons for students of all ages, from early childhood through college, across a wide range of subjects including math, science, reading, and...

Care Member says "Amy has been very patient with our 9 year old and equally as patient with the parents trying to relearn 4th grade math :) I highly recommend her...

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Kimberly A.

Experienced Tutor

Union, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was a private tutor for 6 years to 3 children, grades 2-6. My responsibilities included assisting with homework, school projects, and studying. I also constructed educational summer activities catered for each child. I enjoyed tutoring because it was rewarding to see the progress they made in their school work. After private...
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Lakisha B.

Private Tutor

Newark, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I provide one-on-one educational assistance to elementary school students. I work with students to improve their skills in certain subjects. I help my students by teaching them various methods to study. If a student has a problem by learning through the conventional methods, I will teach them in different innovative methods.
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Daniel M.

Experienced And Dedicated Private Tutor

Millburn, NJ

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$50/hr
8 years experience
I have worked in either childcare or as a private tutor since before I graduated college. During my time in England, studying history and politics, I also worked at a children's nursery school - where I implemented lessons and development plans for pre-K children. Since then I have traveled the world, written many test prep...
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Stacy N.

Certified Teacher

Morristown, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have several years of teaching experience in private and independent schools as well as over 10 years of 1:1 tutoring experience. I specialize in test prep, tutoring core academic subjects (Grades K-8), coaching students as they develop executive functioning and study skills, and homeschool support.
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Kate F.

Learning In A Time Of Uncertainty

Staten Island, NY

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Kate and I am a NYS Certified teacher of both Music K-12 and SWDs. I have a Bachelors of Science in Music and I have a Masters of Science in Educational Studies from PACE University. I have 5 years as an NYC public school teacher and 20 years of experience teaching music privately.
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Mary P.

Mom, Teacher, Homeschooler, Tutor

Old Bridge, NJ

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$26/hr
10 years experience
I taught 1st and 2nd grade for 18 years. I homeschooled for 12 years and have tutored and taught many subjects both privately and in various co-opts .
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Lexie M.

Private Swim Lesson Instructor

Hazlet, NJ

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$25/hr
5 years experience
10+ years swim athlete, 1 year swim coach in RVA, and 5 year experienced swim instructor and educator from ages 3mo- 65 years old.
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Meaghan P.

Orange, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have experience in many AP classes including the Capstone program. I am a college student so I can help online until I return home then in person but, will be available throughout the year online.
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Michelle M.

Teacher

Madison, NJ

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$40/hr
3 years experience
I've privately tutored after school for the past year. I've been in the classroom teaching since 2011. My background includes special needs, Autism support, Deaf and Hard of Hearing support, and elementary education.
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Ann B.

Tutor

Staten Island, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a former teacher who is currently mom to two kiddos. I taught Math and Science for 10 years and am certified in Grades 1-6. I have a Master's Degree in Literacy. I am a very organized and patient person who works to identify the learning approach of each child to address their specific, individual needs.
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Maria G.

Swim Instructor

Bayonne, NJ

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Maria and I have been a certified swim instructor for over 13 years now. I love teaching everyone of all ages to swim. I have my own transportation and equipment. I travel to my clients pools. I do infants to adults and also do private lessons as well as group sessions. I worked as an EMT and a swim instructor...
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  • 60 private tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $50.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated private tutors is 5.0

Recent private tutor reviews from local parents in South Plainfield, NJ

Private Tutors in South Plainfield, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed private tutors

Christopher C.

Christopher was an excellent Spanish tutor. He was very knowledgeable in the content area and assisted with the needs of my course. He was...

- Annamarie R.

Asmita B.

Asmita has been caring for my 97 yo old Mom . I could not have asked for a more compassionate and respectful caregiver. She is so kind and...

- Care member

Ashley A.

She has helped my kids progress in school she is a very nice person I recommend her

- Care member

FAQs for finding private tutors near you in South Plainfield, NJ

The average hourly cost of a private tutor near you in South Plainfield, NJ is $50.00 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 South Plainfield, NJ. You can search Care.com for private tutors by their distance from South Plainfield 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 South Plainfield, NJ 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 South Plainfield, NJ, 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 South Plainfield, NJ, 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 South Plainfield, NJ, 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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