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Lily C.

Colchester, CT

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$22/hr
5 years experience
I have experience designing and implementing lessons in math and reading. I use formative assessments to reflect.
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Kristen K.

Tutor Time

Hebron, CT

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$35/hr
12 years experience
I am a certified elementary and special education teacher with over 12 years of experience working in the classroom and tutoring. I like tutoring because I can individualize instruction to fit student needs. I'm looking for a job that is flexible since I am a mom and a teacher. In my spare time, I like to read, travel and...
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Margaret B.

Teaching Assistant

Marlborough, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Maggie and I am a law student at UConn! For the past two years, I have also worked as a legal assistant in a personal injury law firm. Additionally, I worked as a Teaching Assistant in College English for two years at Eastern Connecticut State University! I loved working with all the students and seeing their...
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Meg S.

East Hampton, CT

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$40/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am a special education teacher in Wethersfield. I teach kindergarten through 3rd grade! I love working with children and watching them grow. I work to create individual programs for each of my students, meeting them where there are and helping them learn and grow! I'd describe my personality as steady, flexible,...
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Brianna S.

Columbia, CT

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$27/hr
1 year experience
Currently a student! I am free mostly afternoons to help tutor most ages! I have a few months experience in tutoring.
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Taylor G.

My Name Is Taylor And I Just Completed My Masters Degree In Early Childhood Ed And Special Ed!

Marlborough, CT

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Taylor and I just completed my masters in special education and early childhood education! I've been in childhood care for about 10 years now and have a 1 and a half year old myself ! I absolutely adore children !
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Michael M.

Certified Teacher, Any Core Subject

Rocky Hill, CT

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Hi, I'm Michael! I am a 30-year-old special ed teacher living in Rocky Hill. I have been working in special ed for 9 years, specializing in adolescents (age 11-21) with challenging behaviors. I was a founding member of The Mill School in VT, a cutting edge school for this population. I currently teach math and science at Venture...

Kim W. says "Michael tutored our daughter through her freshman year of high school. He gave her excellent homework help, quiz and test prep, previewed projects and...

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Arlene D.

Glastonbury, CT

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been a teacher for over 25 years. I love helping children succeed, by helping them to believe in themselves. If they believe, they can succeed!

Jessica R. says "Arlene was absolutely amazing with our two children. She not only watches them to keep them safe she engages with them and teaches them new things. Every...

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Ruth K.

Almost Certified Teacher

Portland, CT

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
1 year experience
I am a recent college graduate, perusing a career in elementary education. I will be seeking an additional year of education to obtain a masters degree. I have worked in Portland, Glastonbury, and Manchester schools. I love working with students age 5-12, although I work well with children older and younger than that range. I...
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Allison W.

Gales Ferry, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a Certified Social Studies and K-12 Special Education Teacher taking a break from the classroom after the birth of my son. I hold a Masters degree in Education and have worked as an educator for the past five years largely in a special education setting. This work has given me extensive experience creating one-on-one...
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Jenna S.

Coventry, CT

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I have tutored for numerous children on different occasions. I have experience in many subjects and the patience to work with any child. I have experience with special needs children and educating children with special needs.
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Lauren D.

Part Time Tutor Available

Coventry, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked in the public school systems for over 8 years. I assist students K-5 with reading and math. I have a background in working with the special education population as well as regular education students. I am trained in various reading programs as well as math programs. I have three children of my own in which all of...
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Erin B.

Summer Tutor Available

Old Saybrook, CT

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$17/hr
Throughout my years of high school, I tutored children ages five to nine in math. As a recent graduate, earning a Master's Degree in elementary education (grades 1 through 6), I have experience with in a classroom environment, classroom management, and virtual communication with students. I have just completed a full year of...
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Karla C.

ESL, Spanish And/Or Special Needs Tutor

Glastonbury, CT

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$37/hr
10 years experience
I am a Costa Rican Spanish, Special Education and TESOL teacher, I have a Master's Degree in Early Childhood and a 6th Year Certificate in TESOL. I have over 20 years of experience working and educational and care settings. Looking for summer tutoring opportunities, either online or in person.
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Caroline S.

Summer Babysitter

Willimantic, CT

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$17/hr
9 years experience
Summer is right around the corner! I am a responsible and experienced nanny/babysitter looking for a family to work with over the summer. I have 9 years of experience sitting for children ages newborn to young teens, as well as experience working at a summer camp for ages 3-15. I have extensive experience working with children...
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Timothy J.

Tim Joy - From Middletown CT

Middletown, CT

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$17/hr
Hello! My name is Tim. I'm 20 years old, and a junior at Rider University studying health sciences with an interest in physical therapy. Additionally, I'm in the honors program at Rider, and I'm a Division 1 collegiate swimmer. I'm also an Eagle Scout. Some fun facts about me: I have an identical twin brother, I took a nature...
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Alivia C.

Tutoring

Westbrook, CT

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Hi my name is Alivia and I'm from Westbrook! I am attending SCSU for my Master's degree in Speech Pathology. Spring 2024 I graduated from UConn with a bachelor's degree in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences and minored in Early Childhood Education. I have much experience working with young children and both children and adults...
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Erin N.

Full-Time Tutor

East Lyme, CT

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified English and remedial reading teacher with two master's degrees, one in Secondary Education and English and the other in reading. I have 8 years of teaching experience in the public school system as well as experience teaching and tutoring (both in-person and virtually) in various subjects at the elementary,...
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Katie L.

Former Preschool Teacher And Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education Here To Support Young Learners

Westbrook, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
As a nanny for three years for a fabulous family juggling so much, I saw first hand the challenges homework can place upon a whole family's routine. This is compounded when the child may be struggling with learning disabilities, ADD, or other developmental delays. I have experience providing creative, engaging, yet firm and...
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Rebecca H.

Jewett City, CT

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$24/hr
4 years experience
Hello, I currently am a Para Professional for Griswold High School for the past 8 years. I work in the Special Education Resource Dept. I am a kind, empathetic, friendly and bubbly person, who enjoys tutoring. I also have worked the Elementary after school program, where I've tutored and helped younger students grades K-4. I'm...
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  • 46 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of July 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Colchester, CT

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Colchester, CT is $22.00 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 Colchester, CT, 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 Colchester, CT, 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 Colchester, CT. 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 Colchester, CT, 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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