tutortutor
tutortutor
tutortutor
tutortutor
tutortutor
tutortutor
Trust the nation’s largest network for tutors near Santa Monica

More than 4 million 5-star reviews

65,000 expert tutors in 300+ subjects

Find a great match with our Good Fit Guarantee

More than 4 million 5-star reviews

65,000 expert tutors in 300+ subjects

Find a great match with our Good Fit Guarantee

Featured by the nation’s most respected news sources

New York TimesCNNChicago TribuneCNBCForbesCBS NewsFox News

Tutors from top universities

JulliardMITRISDColumbiaCarnegie MellonBerkeleyHarvard

Meet 1:1 at home or nearby

The Best Tutors in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA

See all 25,838 matching tutors

Find the best local tutor in Santa Monica

Sebastian K. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sebastian K.
75/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Yale + MFA grad tutoring college/grad apps, screenwriting, essays

Hi there! I've been editing and tutoring for 7+ years, ever since I graduated from Yale (cum laude, double majoring in history and film). I then went on to obtain an MFA in screenwriting from USC. Throughout all this time, I have worked as both an...

5.0 (94)
75/hour
375 hours tutoring
Response time: 21 minutes

Hi there! I've been editing and tutoring for 7+ years, ever since I graduated from Yale (cum laude, double majoring in history and film). I then went on to obtain an MFA in screenwriting from USC. Throughout all this time, I have worked as both an...

Riccardo L. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Riccardo L.
60/hour

Los Angeles, CA

University Trained Jazz Guitar Player and Composer

I am a university trained jazz guitar player and composer with a Master's Degree in Jazz Guitar Performance and Composition. I can teach and tutor on guitar and improvised music techniques as well as orchestration and soundtrack writing. I have...

4.9 (36)
60/hour
198 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutes

I am a university trained jazz guitar player and composer with a Master's Degree in Jazz Guitar Performance and Composition. I can teach and tutor on guitar and improvised music techniques as well as orchestration and soundtrack writing. I have...

William B. Beverly Hills, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
William B.
75/hour

Beverly Hills, CA

Structured, Adaptive and Strategic GMAT/GRE Prep

I am a full-time professional GMAT Focus and GRE tutor with more than 12 years of dedicated, full-time experience and over 9,000 tutoring hours. My students have earned admission to many of the world’s leading graduate programs, including: •...

4.8 (891)
75/hour
9,707 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutes

I am a full-time professional GMAT Focus and GRE tutor with more than 12 years of dedicated, full-time experience and over 9,000 tutoring hours. My students have earned admission to many of the world’s leading graduate programs, including: •...

Timothy S. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Timothy S.
350/hour

Los Angeles, CA

The Tutor I Always Wish I Had

I am a 99th percentile test taker who routinely helps students reach their fullest potential on a test and, in many cases, perform better than I ever have. The LSAT is a test that requires those who take it to think in a particular way. As...

5.0 (551)
350/hour
2,145 hours tutoring
Response time: 31 minutes

I am a 99th percentile test taker who routinely helps students reach their fullest potential on a test and, in many cases, perform better than I ever have. The LSAT is a test that requires those who take it to think in a particular way. As...

Maha R. Redondo Beach, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Maha R.
53/hour

Redondo Beach, CA

A German, Arabic teacher that will teach you the language and culture

I work as a German teacher in a German American school. Teaching students new languages is one of my hobbies actually. It's something I love to do. I have been tutoring for over 20 years. I have worked all my life in German companies and I just...

5.0 (1026)
53/hour
5,460 hours tutoring

I work as a German teacher in a German American school. Teaching students new languages is one of my hobbies actually. It's something I love to do. I have been tutoring for over 20 years. I have worked all my life in German companies and I just...

Nazanin K. Beverly Hills, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nazanin K.
120/hour

Beverly Hills, CA

Physics PhD - Amazing Physics, Mathematics and MCAT tutor

Hello Parents and Students, I have a PhD in Mathematical Physics. I have been teaching and tutoring Physics and Math for over 20 years both at the high school and college level and the reviews from my students say it all. Physics, Math, and...

5.0 (445)
120/hour
1,412 hours tutoring

Hello Parents and Students, I have a PhD in Mathematical Physics. I have been teaching and tutoring Physics and Math for over 20 years both at the high school and college level and the reviews from my students say it all. Physics, Math, and...

Reuven H. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Reuven H.
90/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Learn From a Renowned Film Composer!

Reuven is a working film composer in Los Angeles, California. He is a composer, orchestrator, and arranger of original scores for numerous independent films and has written additional music for Hollywood productions like Star Wars: Rebels, Star...

4.9 (45)
90/hour
301 hours tutoring

Reuven is a working film composer in Los Angeles, California. He is a composer, orchestrator, and arranger of original scores for numerous independent films and has written additional music for Hollywood productions like Star Wars: Rebels, Star...

Andrew M. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew M.
75/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Calculus, Statistics, ACT/SAT Expert with Bachelors in Math

Calculus / Geometry / Algebra / ACT/SAT / Statistics / Trigonometry Professionally: Hello! My name is Andrew and I'm an experienced tutor and a recent college graduate from the University of California Santa Barbara with a major in math. I am...

4.9 (85)
75/hour
281 hours tutoring

Calculus / Geometry / Algebra / ACT/SAT / Statistics / Trigonometry Professionally: Hello! My name is Andrew and I'm an experienced tutor and a recent college graduate from the University of California Santa Barbara with a major in math. I am...

Dr. Ethan L. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dr. Ethan L.
100/hour

Los Angeles, CA

PhD Expert in Music Theory, Ear Training, Ableton, Mix/Master, Piano

I hold a PhD in Music Theory from the renowned Eastman School of Music. I have hundreds of hours of music theory teaching experience (150+ students taught), in large and small classrooms, Zoom, and private tutoring. I have three degrees in Music...

InstantBook
Tomorrow
5.0 (195)
100/hour
354 hours tutoring

I hold a PhD in Music Theory from the renowned Eastman School of Music. I have hundreds of hours of music theory teaching experience (150+ students taught), in large and small classrooms, Zoom, and private tutoring. I have three degrees in Music...

Jy P. North Hollywood, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jy P.
90/hour

North Hollywood, CA

BA English Grad Works with Your Unique Learning Style

As a UCLA alum with my BA in English and Associate Degree in Spanish from Los Angeles Valley College, I am a devotee of the functions of language in communication and expression. A Summa Cum Laude UCLA graduate, I am also a professional film and...

5.0 (220)
90/hour
658 hours tutoring

As a UCLA alum with my BA in English and Associate Degree in Spanish from Los Angeles Valley College, I am a devotee of the functions of language in communication and expression. A Summa Cum Laude UCLA graduate, I am also a professional film and...

Sonya E. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sonya E.
105/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Exceptional Writing, Literature, and ACT/SAT/GRE Tutor

I've always loved learning. To me, teaching is an extension of that thirst for education. I started tutoring my fellow classmates in high school and never stopped seeking to help others learn. In graduate school, I taught writing and rhetoric...

5.0 (623)
105/hour
1,836 hours tutoring

I've always loved learning. To me, teaching is an extension of that thirst for education. I started tutoring my fellow classmates in high school and never stopped seeking to help others learn. In graduate school, I taught writing and rhetoric...

Will W. Valley Village, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Will W.
420/hour

Valley Village, CA

College Counselor + Former Ivy League Interviewer

**Update: I'm able to take 2 more students for the 2025 application season! I'm new to Wyzant, but I have a 10+ year record of getting students into Cornell, Dartmouth, Columbia, UPenn, Northwestern, Duke, the UC system, and many more top...

5.0 (19)
420/hour
118 hours tutoring

**Update: I'm able to take 2 more students for the 2025 application season! I'm new to Wyzant, but I have a 10+ year record of getting students into Cornell, Dartmouth, Columbia, UPenn, Northwestern, Duke, the UC system, and many more top...

Gabriel M. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Gabriel M.
245/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Expert Ivy/Top-Tier College Essay Coach, English PhD, Former UCLA Prof

College essays are a crucial part of the application process. They are your opportunity to make a lasting impression on admission committees, and to distinguish yourself from other applicants through creative, skillfully written, and memorable...

5.0 (678)
245/hour
1,804 hours tutoring
Response time: 37 minutes

College essays are a crucial part of the application process. They are your opportunity to make a lasting impression on admission committees, and to distinguish yourself from other applicants through creative, skillfully written, and memorable...

Arianna E. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arianna E.
75/hour

Los Angeles, CA

College Essay Tutor - Top Ten School Acceptances

After graduating with a 3.8 from Northwestern University, where I double-majored in Theatre and International Studies and minored in Film & Media Studies, I moved to LA where I now work as a writer. My own college essay got me into...

5.0 (28)
75/hour
103 hours tutoring

After graduating with a 3.8 from Northwestern University, where I double-majored in Theatre and International Studies and minored in Film & Media Studies, I moved to LA where I now work as a writer. My own college essay got me into...

Satya G. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Satya G.
70/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Design and Spanish Tutor

Hi! I’m Satya, an Industrial Designer based in Los Angeles. I’m passionate about design and teaching, especially when it comes to helping others grow in design or learn Spanish. I have a bachelor's degree in Industrial Design and have over...

5.0 (1374)
70/hour
4,970 hours tutoring
Response time: 51 minutes

Hi! I’m Satya, an Industrial Designer based in Los Angeles. I’m passionate about design and teaching, especially when it comes to helping others grow in design or learn Spanish. I have a bachelor's degree in Industrial Design and have over...

Ramage J. Venice, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ramage J.
125/hour

Venice, CA

Ivy League Economics/Statistics Tutor with 10 years experience

I believe individuals are most effective when they do what they love. I love working one-on-one with students. My favorite part is witnessing the “light bulb moment” when everything clicks! I specialize in economics and statistics at all...

5.0 (1351)
125/hour
5,596 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutes

I believe individuals are most effective when they do what they love. I love working one-on-one with students. My favorite part is witnessing the “light bulb moment” when everything clicks! I specialize in economics and statistics at all...

Amanda R. Santa Monica, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amanda R.
165/hour

Santa Monica, CA

History and English Tutor (Official AP History Reader)

History is fun! I didn't think so when I was a kid. But I learned the secret in college and now I'm hooked -- and I promise, you will be too. After receiving a BA, MA and doing work towards a Phd in history at UCLA, I started writing history books...

5.0 (1049)
165/hour
4,831 hours tutoring

History is fun! I didn't think so when I was a kid. But I learned the secret in college and now I'm hooked -- and I promise, you will be too. After receiving a BA, MA and doing work towards a Phd in history at UCLA, I started writing history books...

Ben U. Culver City, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ben U.
395/hour

Culver City, CA

Berkeley PhD, Harvard Author - Writing Coach for College Essays

I help students write compelling, effective college essays. The college application process is daunting — especially when it comes to writing about yourself. Drawing on twenty years' teaching experience and my background as an author...

5.0 (410)
395/hour
1,539 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 minutes

I help students write compelling, effective college essays. The college application process is daunting — especially when it comes to writing about yourself. Drawing on twenty years' teaching experience and my background as an author...

Brandy C. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brandy C.
185/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Upbeat & Effective Writing, English, and Test Prep Expert w/ CMU MFA

I'm Brandy! I'm an award-winning writer with a master’s degree from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and a certificate from CMU’s Eberly Center for Teaching Excellence. I have taught college and high school for over 10 years, both in and out...

InstantBook
Tomorrow
5.0 (517)
185/hour
2,137 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

I'm Brandy! I'm an award-winning writer with a master’s degree from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and a certificate from CMU’s Eberly Center for Teaching Excellence. I have taught college and high school for over 10 years, both in and out...

Mason H. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mason H.
85/hour

Los Angeles, CA

UChicago graduate with 6+ years of tutoring experience

I am a University of Chicago graduate, holding a Magna Cum Laude bachelor’s degree in economics. My education was highly quantitative in nature, but I have explored the humanities, social sciences, and physical sciences in depth; this enables a...

5.0 (133)
85/hour
379 hours tutoring

I am a University of Chicago graduate, holding a Magna Cum Laude bachelor’s degree in economics. My education was highly quantitative in nature, but I have explored the humanities, social sciences, and physical sciences in depth; this enables a...

Philip P. Culver City, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Philip P.
100/hour

Culver City, CA

Elementary through College Math & Science Tutor; Test Preparator

I am a full-time tutor with 15 years and over 4000 hours of experience just on the Wyzant platform. This is not my second job or an opportunity to make extra money for college; this is my profession. It allows me to be more reliable, consistent,...

4.9 (1078)
100/hour
4,575 hours tutoring

I am a full-time tutor with 15 years and over 4000 hours of experience just on the Wyzant platform. This is not my second job or an opportunity to make extra money for college; this is my profession. It allows me to be more reliable, consistent,...

Andrew K. Beverly Hills, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew K.
95/hour

Beverly Hills, CA

Photoshop and Lightroom Tutor

I am an experienced Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom Classic tutor with over 25 years of expertise. I offer personalized tutoring sessions for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced users. My sessions can be conducted online or in person in Los...

4.8 (19)
95/hour
46 hours tutoring

I am an experienced Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom Classic tutor with over 25 years of expertise. I offer personalized tutoring sessions for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced users. My sessions can be conducted online or in person in Los...

Negin S. Encino, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Negin S.
69/hour

Encino, CA

Expert in Sketchup , Master's degree in Architecture

My name is Negin. I have Master of Architecture from Woodbury University. I've been working for some architectural firms and help interns to improve their AutoCAD and SketchUp Skills. I'm an expert in making 3D models in SketchUp and drawing 2D...

4.9 (80)
69/hour
303 hours tutoring

My name is Negin. I have Master of Architecture from Woodbury University. I've been working for some architectural firms and help interns to improve their AutoCAD and SketchUp Skills. I'm an expert in making 3D models in SketchUp and drawing 2D...

Maher H. Hawthorne, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Maher H.
150/hour

Hawthorne, CA

Chem Stat Bio Calc Physics Honors AP College SAT Math ACT Science

In 2012, I graduated with honors from UC Berkeley after just three years of study, majoring in Psychology with a focus on Pre-Medical Sciences. For the past ten years, I've dedicated myself to tutoring, working one-on-one with students throughout...

5.0 (752)
150/hour
3,983 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutes

In 2012, I graduated with honors from UC Berkeley after just three years of study, majoring in Psychology with a focus on Pre-Medical Sciences. For the past ten years, I've dedicated myself to tutoring, working one-on-one with students throughout...

Teresa A. Manhattan Beach, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Teresa A.
66/hour

Manhattan Beach, CA

19+ Years Experienced TOEFL, IELTS, Accuplacer, and ESL Specialist

I have worked for over 19 years as an English as a Second Language (ESL/EFL) and TOEFL/IELTS preparation teacher. During this time I have taught all levels of grammar (beginner to proficiency), conversation skills, reading comprehension, writing...

5.0 (592)
66/hour
3,046 hours tutoring

I have worked for over 19 years as an English as a Second Language (ESL/EFL) and TOEFL/IELTS preparation teacher. During this time I have taught all levels of grammar (beginner to proficiency), conversation skills, reading comprehension, writing...

Trusted with over 6 million hours of lessons since 2005

Trusted experience
How much for private tutoring lessons

Tutors on Wyzant Cost $35 - 60 per hour on average

Tutors using Wyzant are professional subject experts who set their own price based on their demand and skill.

$25$88
$35
$60
Choose Your Tutor

Compare tutor costs. With a range of price options, there’s a tutor for every budget.

No Upfront Fees

Sign up, search, and message with expert tutors free of charge.

No Costly Packages

Only pay for the time you need. Whether it’s one lesson or seven, you decide what to spend.

Love Your Lesson Or It’s Free

Your first hour with a new tutor is protected by Wyzant’s Good Fit Guarantee. If you’re not satisfied with your lesson, you don’t pay. No questions asked.

Reported on by leading news outlets

tech crunch
the new york times
CNBC

Tutors in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA

At Wyzant, search for available tutors in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA, who can guide learners in a wide range of subjects. Each tutor offers personalized lessons to meet individual goals.

Learners can find tutoring in areas like math, science, writing, test prep, or music, with flexible scheduling and one-on-one support that adapts to their pace and style.

Wyzant connects students with experienced instructors for personalized support. By working with a tutor, learners build confidence, master skills, and achieve academic or creative success.

Find online tutors

Get help anytime! We only accept the best online tutors into our community. Get the help you need, right when you need it with the convenience of online lessons.