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Kathleen P.

Tutoring and Private Lessons

Springfield, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as a special ed tutor in the Southbridge school system and I have worked as a paraprofessional in the Springfield schools. Presently, I am working as a one to one teaching assistant with a young woman who has CHARGE syndrome. Please contact me if I can be of service to you. Thank you. Kathy
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Melissa B.

Easthampton, MA

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$22/hr
I am a Special Education Advocate and work with children of all abilities and have helped many with homework or skills for school from grades pre k to 4 mainly. I am particularly skilled with children who are neurodivergent and can find ways to help them regulate themselves so we can work on areas they may struggle with in...
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Ravneet G.

Easthampton, MA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I am a grade 6-12 teacher that is offering tutoring for most subjects in all grade levels. I have 3 years of teaching experience and multiple years of tutoring during high school - present. I also specialize in special education and thrive in teaching subject matter in different forms to help your student find understanding.
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Callahan M.

Happy Helper

Easthampton, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I am a recent graduate of UMASS Amherst and I am looking to tutor some local students. I have always been a lover of school and hope to inspire others with my fun organization and study techniques!
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Matthew W.

Specialist In Making Learning Fun

Holyoke, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience working with young people of all ages in subjects ranging from microscopy to electronic music. I specialize in making learning accessible to all kinds of students by creating fun learning environments. I have worked with most types of learners and can teach Science, Math, Computer Science, Art,...
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Sinaya S.

South Hadley, MA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I have worked at Breakthrough Miami which is an enrichment program for three years. I taught 5th grade english for 2 years and 6th grade social studies for 1. I also taught cheerleading dance and photography. I was an americorps member.
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Louangie B.

Tutor With Flexible Schedule Available

Holyoke, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I've worked in schools for seven years and have served multiple roles in the classroom, for in-classroom support to running my own classroom. I've worked with various grade levels from Early Childhood to High School.
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Toni C.

Chicopee, MA

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$23/hr
3 years experience
I have been teaching for 12 years in many different environments and settings. I have my degree in math and special education. My strong suit is math but I could help tutor other subjects if needs. I think my calm and caring demeanor make me a good fit to work with kids at any age. I'd describe my personality as calm, fun,...
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Valerie I.

Tutor Available!

Florence, MA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I am currently a student at Clark University and I am planning on becoming a teacher. This past year I was a paid teacher's assistant in a 5th grade classroom in Worcester 15 hours a week and I loved it. I mostly worked with the children who were ESL or who just needed a little more help or encouragement than the one teacher...
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Katharine S.

Wilbraham, MA

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$27/hr
2 years experience
I'm a patient, adaptive, and caring tutor with a passion for meeting kids where they are and helping them grow! I've worked in schools, afterschool programs, special education, virtual, and sports. I have a background in early childhood education, child development, and Pre-K to 8th grade programming. I LOVE supporting...
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Mia G.

Turners Falls, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have spent two full years working in an afterschool program, supporting Elementary aged students with homework. I currently work in a public elementary school supporting students academically and behaviorally.
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Amelia B.

Part-time Tutor

Conway, MA

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$30/hr
I've volunteered in preschools and in 1st and 2nd grade classrooms helping students with reading, writing and math. This work has been one-on-one and working with up to 10 children at a time. I've also taught at theater camps, working with children ages 4-12. I am a musician and can incorporate music and movement into our time...
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Jessica S.

West Springfield, MA

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$15/hr
Hi! I have 8 years of childcare experience! I have worked in after school programs and summer camps. I have helped with homework and school projects.
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Delaney B.

Chicopee, MA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I am a positive and experienced 4th Grade teacher with a variety of experiences working with children from toddlers to teenagers from all backgrounds. I graduated from Springfield College in May 2022 with a degree in Elementary education and a focus on Special education. I have taught students of all varying ability levels and...
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Kadyrose N.

Easthampton, MA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I have two years of informal experience tutoring kids in grades 1 through 6. I am RBT certified and have about a year of experience working with kids in special education classrooms as well. I specialize in ELA, science, and history but have experience tutoring in all subjects. I look forward to helping your little ones learn!
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Brittney F.

Part Or Full Time Availibility! Ready To Educate With My Creativity!

Chicopee, MA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I'm Brittney! I'm recently taking a new route in having a interest of educating others. My recent experience with tutoring would be volunteering through my Resident Advisor position for programs, and personal experience through family and friends. I am an advocate for growth and success and would love to be able to...
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Lex P.

Educator

Holyoke, MA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Ex public school teacher 10+ years of experience teaching, tutoring, coaching and other mentoring opportunities Curriculum Design and instruction degree Specialization in early childhood education Emergent curriculum Trauma informed Parent of four children (under 15years old) Artist Dancer Activist Community organizer
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Kolby L.

Energetic, Experienced Elementary & Middle School Teacher/Tutor

Williamsburg, MA

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I am currently a reading specialist. I have experience with private tutoring, and have worked as a nanny for many years for children between ages 3 and 13. I am passionate about teaching and love working with children.
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Hadley P.

Springfield, MA

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$24/hr
4 years experience
I have lots of experience working with kids of all ages and love helping them learn and grow. I've spent years teaching in classrooms, running activities, and guiding children through everything from reading and math to creative projects. I enjoy making learning fun, hands-on, and tailored to each child's interests and...
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Ella F.

Chicopee, MA

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$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I have been tutoring middle and highschool aged children for about 3 years now on and off. I am currently a second year college student at Trinity College Dublin pursuing a joint honors degree in Economics and Social Policy. My specialities are English of any sort, Chemistry, Algebra, Calculus, and of course Economics ,...
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  • The average post rate is $27.40/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Amherst, MA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Amherst, MA is $27.40 per hour. However, it’s important to keep in mind this is just an average and the actual rate a special needs tutor charges can depend on many different factors such as their years of experience and subject matter expertise.

If you’re looking for tutoring for special needs students near you in Amherst, MA, Care.com can make your search easier by connecting you with professionals in your area. You can sort profiles by location and pay rate. You can also read detailed descriptions about each special needs tutor and can find reviews from families they worked with in the past.

Parents and guardians of special needs students understandably want to ensure their child is learning in a safe environment. When looking for a special needs tutor near you in Amherst, MA, we strongly recommend you take the steps necessary to feel comfortable regarding who you’re hiring. While we ask all special needs tutors on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (those who complete it have a badge on their profile), this is merely a starting point for your research. You can run your own private background check, interview multiple candidates, and request professional references.

There are many different types of special needs tutors near you in Amherst, MA. You can hire special needs tutoring services that focus on reading, writing, math, and English. You can also hire more general special needs tutors who can provide support in all subjects your child is studying in school, but as they get older and their schoolwork gets more complex, more specialized instruction can be helpful.

When you are searching for tutors for special needs students near you in Amherst, MA, it’s a good idea to interview a few different candidates until you find the right fit for your child. You’ll want to ask each tutor questions regarding what subject matters they feel comfortable teaching, how much experience they have working with special needs students, and what their go-to teaching techniques are.

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