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Jeanette C.

Part-time Tutor

Elkins Park, PA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Supported, guided, and tutor child/children in groups from kindergarten to 4th Grade that was behind in classroom assignments. Asserted reading comprehension to gain strength in education. Implemented reading, explaining, group discussions, spelling, sight words to learn, prepared for a test. Reviewed, checked, and approved...
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Juliana G.

Baby Sitter, Tutor, Trainer

Elkins Park, PA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Juliana (mostly referred to as Jules) and I look forward to meeting you! I graduated with my B. S. in Health Science from University of the Sciences and will soon be furthering my career in Physical Therapy. I have years of experience in athletics- specifically basketball (which I played in college,) along...
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Lisber G.

Elkins Park, PA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Lisber and I have tutored for 4 years in most subjects up to high school. I also have experience with college acess coaching, focused on revising and coaching through the entire college application process. I have taken courses in child and adolescent development and learning. I am primarily looking for writing...
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Yuan T.

Passionate Special Education Teacher

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$80/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience in and out of the classroom. I am currently a social skills teacher for grades K - 8. I have also taught reading, writing, math, and spelling to elementary aged students. In my teaching career I have worked with...

Stacy T. says "I so appreciate Yuan coming into our lives. She's been truly helpful, organized, and honest. She's been on target with the supports that she has been...

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Montse G.

Meet Montse!

Horsham, PA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience
Experienced childcare and educational professional with deep background in ESL and special education.

Eugenia S. says ""Montse is a knowledgeable, kind and patient tutor with a great skill of connecting with children! She helped my high-school age son ace his AP exams, as...

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Renee W.

Tutor/Former Teacher

Philadelphia, PA

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
I am a former Philadelphia school teacher. I taught 2nd, 7th, and Kindergarten.. I have experience with Reading and Writing problems. I am very patient and will use fun things to get the work done. I have worked in the Special Needs Field for the last 16 years. With children with varying types of needs Autistic, Add/ Adhd or...

Care Member says "We hired Renee as a tutor for are son who has learning and emotional issues. She was very helpful for are son with educational and emotional needs. She...

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Molly H.

Part-Time Tutor

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Molly, and I am a 22-year-old recent graduate of Wesleyan University with a degree in Psychology and Education. In the Fall, I will be starting a Master's in Social Work program at the University of Pennsylvania with a specialization in Child Wellbeing and Welfare. I have been tutoring children ages 5 - 13 in...
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Elsa D.

Always Here For You!

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
3 years experience
I am a bilingual English and French speaker from Boston and I am currently pursuing my Masters in Social Work at Penn. I love working with kids and can do so in your home or virtually, I will work with you! I am also an experienced pet-sitter and can watch your pet as well.

Care Member says "This is my second review for Elsa, after having her return for her great service. She is such a kind person, and my two dogs can see that. Even though...

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Erica O.

Making Learning Easier One Day At A Time

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Have you ever had an instructor who was very intelligent but unable to translate material in a way you could understand? Or have you ever learned material well enough but when taking an exam, everything you learned goes out the window? I have and I can help you. One of my many passions, teaching, brings me one of the greatest...

Rachel S. says "Erica has been a gem. I hired her to tutor my teenage daughter who was struggling. Erica immediately simplified things and my daughter is now able to...

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Kelly D.

Experienced Tutor- All Subjects

Flourtown, PA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
7 years experience
I have been a teacher for 7 years and have worked in a variety of settings. I have taught all subjects and am certified in Special Education K-8, Middle School All Subjects, and Social Studies 7-12. I have been trained in Orton Gillingham reading and have experience working in a behavioral health facility.
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Naleena D.

Teacher/Tutor/Homeschooler

Ambler, PA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with children from toddlers to high school age in many capacities. I worked in the public school system with special needs kids ranging from kindergarten to the sixth grade for two years. I was a substitute teacher for elementary and middle schoolers for over 18 months. I was a bilingual aide helping Spanish...

Vaibhav C. says "Extremely punctual, with high work ethics. She helped our son with schooling and what she got out of him in short period is amazing. We would miss her as...

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Angela D.

Plymouth Meeting, PA

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$35/hr
6 years experience
I am an elementary special education teacher. Prior to this position, I taught second grade. I have my reading specialist certification, and can provide individualized and developmentally appropriate instruction in reading, writing, and math based on your child's areas of strength and need.
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Mary T.

Jenkintown, PA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified teacher (Pennsylvania Level II in Elementary Education, Special Education, and ESL) with 14 years of experience. At the elementary level, I can provide homework help, reading and math intervention, and beginner and intermediate Spanish tutoring. I can also tutor middle and high school students in literacy and...
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Alexis M.

Special Education Teacher

Ambler, PA

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$20/hr
Hi! My name is Alexis and I am currently teaching Social Skills at a private school for individuals on the Autism spectrum. I recently started my Master's program and am looking to take the year off from teaching to focus on school work. I have experience tutoring students from 1-5th grade, but can help out with pretty much any...
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Colleen G.

Part-Time Tutor

Philadelphia, PA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I am currently a middle school special education teacher and have my Bachelor's in Elementary and Special education, as well as my master's of science in reading in literacy. I am an energetic individual who is looking to provide one-on-one support to those who need it.
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Alana W.

Experienced Educator Seeking English Or College Essay Prep Tutoring Position

Philadelphia, PA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Alana and I'm an energetic, creative educator who spent the past 10 years teaching English Language Arts in middle school and high school classrooms. I graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2010 with a BA in English and St. John's University in 2014 with a MS in Education. I have classroom experience...
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Alicia M.

Philadelphia, PA

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$23/hr
8 years experience
In my tutoring sessions for elementary and special education students, I use individualized, multi-sensory methods such as manipulatives, visual aids, and interactive games to make learning engaging and accessible. I tailor each lesson to the student's learning style and pace, incorporating movement, repetition, and real-life...
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Ashleigh R.

Energetic And Experienced Tutor!

Philadelphia, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Ashleigh. I just recently completed a term of service with a program called City Year. In this program I was able to work with students in a public school setting to increase their grades. My specific students were at risk of failing or had already fail a course. Through this experience I gained familiarity with...
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Abby T.

Philadelphia, PA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I am a certified Prek-4 and special education prek-12 teacher in the state of Pennsylvania vacationing at the Jersey shore for the summer! I have 4 years of experience working in a special education classroom but I can help with academics through the high school level!
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Hannah W.

Teacher Of 5 Years Offers Personalized Academic Support!

Philadelphia, PA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I have been a teacher in the School District of Philadelphia for 5 years. I have taught 8th grade mathematics, 7th grade mathematics and 7th grade English & Language Arts. I am skilled at breaking down concepts for young people and making material relatable so that they can understand and build their confidence. I have...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Elkins Park, PA

Special Needs Tutors in Elkins Park, PA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs tutors

Yuan T.

I so appreciate Yuan coming into our lives. She's been truly helpful, organized, and honest. She's been on target with the supports that she...

- Stacy T.

Montse G.

"Montse is a knowledgeable, kind and patient tutor with a great skill of connecting with children! She helped my high-school age son ace his...

- Eugenia S.

Renee W.

We hired Renee as a tutor for are son who has learning and emotional issues. She was very helpful for are son with educational and emotional...

- Care member

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Elkins Park, PA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Elkins Park, PA is $17.00 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 Elkins Park, PA, 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 Elkins Park, PA, 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 Elkins Park, PA. 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 Elkins Park, PA, 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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