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Monique B.

Elmhurst, NY

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Caring , motivated and genuine I like tutoring because I am a retired teacher and I am looking for something to do. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help students with their learning . I started tutoring while I was teaching as a middle school educator I like to read amd take walks One thing you should know about me...
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Edwin M.

Elmhurst, NY

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$28/hr
Hello! I'm Edwin, a passionate and dedicated tutor based in New York City. I specialize in helping students unlock their full potential and achieve academic success. With a patient, engaging, and personalized approach, I strive to make learning enjoyable and effective for every student. Subjects Offered -Math (Elementary to High...
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Mary G.

Sitter, Home-Helper, And Certified Teacher

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
7 years experience
Hello there! I am a music teacher and special educator with 7 years of experience in NYC schools. I recently resigned from my teaching position with the intention of working for families in their homes, given the state of today's world and COVID-19. My work can include home school consulting, assisting with virtual learning,...

Care Member says "Mary is one of the most talented educators I know. She can related to any type of learning style and adjust curriculum accordingly. She helped my son...

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Mary Rose P.

Part-Time Tutor On The Elementary Level

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Mary Rose and I am currently a Special Education teacher on the elementary level. I graduated with a BA in Psychology and have my certification in General/Special Education on the Elementary level. I am going into my 10th year of teaching and I obtained a Masters degree for a Literacy focus. I have experience teaching...

Marisol A. says "Mary Rose came to our family in time of need. We were looking for someone to pick up my son from his school bus after my mother had past away. Yes I...

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Lauren H.

Hoboken, NJ

5.0(1)
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$75/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a 2nd grade special education teacher. I have previously taught as a 1st and 3rd grade teacher where I taught all core subject areas. I was previously a middle school special education teacher as well. During my middle school position I taught in language arts, math, science and social studies classrooms....

Marivi D. says "Lauren tutored our daughter for 1 and 1/2 years . She helped her improve her grades and her study habits. She is highly recommended."

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Akiko V.

Tutoring

Fort Lee, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Tutor and teacher with over 10 years of experience in helping students learn a second language. Although I'm a certified Spanish teacher, I have also instructed English and Japanese.
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Caitlin M.

P/T Avail For Tutoring

Middle Village, NY

5.0(1)
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$65/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I hold a Masters of Science in Speech & Language Pathology. In my clinical and life experience, I have worked with both neurotypical and neurodiverse children. My areas of expertise are in English and basic literacy skills. This includes but is not limited to: phonological awareness and decoding, reading comprehension, fluency,...

Jazmin A. says "Me & my daughter love Caitlin she's amazing she goes above and beyond, she's flexible always working around my crazy schedule. I trust Caitlin and she...

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Helen T.

Part Time Tutor- Former New York City Teacher

Flushing, NY

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have 25 years of experience teaching in the New York City school system. I also have private tutoring experience in all subject areas listed.
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Melissa H.

Teacher (remedial & Advanced,) Admissions Counselor, And Enrichment

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$100/hr
10 years experience
I've worked with international students across London, Paris, and Barcelona. As a former NYC Teaching Fellow with experience working with students from some of New York's most prestigious schools including Dalton, Ethical Culture, West Side Montessori, Stephen Wise, and the Quad, I bring over 20 years of teaching expertise and a...

Care Member says "Melissa has been an absolute lifesaver for our family. From the moment she started with us, she has given her full attention and heart to our child with...

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Hannah G.

Certified Teacher/ Tutor

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified K-6 educator! I have extensive experience with remote learning, and creating an effective education online. With my help your child will stay on track this school year despite these tumultuous times. I can help your child with Common Core mathematics, or help with growing their reading level! Online learning can...

Fardina M. says "Hannah is simply great! she is currently working with my 9 year old son and things are going great!"

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Yasmin D.

Dually Certified Special Ed And Elementary Ed Teacher Available For Tutoring!

Bronx, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
How can I help you? I have 17 years of experience teaching students from birth to high school. I am currently looking to relocate my employment to Orange County-where I reside- from NYCDOE and in the interim, I am available to help your child! I have 2 masters and I am dually certified in regular education and special education....

Denise R. says "Yasmin is a very hard worker. She is very experienced and easy to work with. She is a dedicated when it comes to working with children."

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Abbey H.

Part Time Nanny And Tutor.

New York, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have tutored alongside nannying for a couple of years now. Most recently, I developed a theatre education curriculum for a Pre-School gaining accreditation in Panama. Additionally, I have worked as an education intern at the Alley Theatre in Houston, Texas. Love working with kids and education has always been apart of my life.
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Rhonda L.

Experienced Special Ed/General Ed K-12

Queens Village, NY

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Rhonda I have a Special Ed certification in Deaf/Hard of Hearing K-12 and also one in Childhood Education K-6. I currently work for NYC Board of Education as a teacher under my special ed certification. I love my job, I love working with all sorts of children, it is my passion. I have been tutoring for over 5...

Daraniece A. says "Rhonda helped my son get his grades up in a matter of 2 months. They bonded immediately, not only is she friendly and kind but she make him feel...

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Nathaniel S.

Math Tutor/Teacher

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I've worked as a teacher and tutor for over five years. I have worked with kids of all ages, including those with learning disabilities, either in a classroom setting or one-on-one. I specialize in tutoring middle and high school math. I'm about to start working at the Academy of Applied Mathematics and Technology in the...

Care Member says "He was absolutely fantastic at getting my daughter up to speed for her sixth and seventh grade math classes. "

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Tali T.

Tutoring Available

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Tali and I am currently a senior in high school. I love working with kids! I've tutored for numerous families. I'm an AP student and consider myself to be highly intelligent and academically focused. I will be attending school in the fall to pursue Elementary Special Education as my major. Education is something I'm...
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Athena A.

Ph.D. Candidate Able To Tutor Your Student

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am currently studying for my Ph. D. in philosophy and hold graduate degrees in art history and another field. I am a college professor as well at SUNY. I am well versed in writing and communication as well as English, grammar, history, study skills, and other aspects of the humanities. I am also able to tutor in math up to...

Care Member says "Athena took our kids in during the pandemic and since then we have had her as their tutor. She is thoughtful, rigorous and most importantly cares for...

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Julia C.

Summer Tutoring And Intensives In All Subjects

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello I'm Julia, a Manhattan-based tutor, passionate about working with kids of all ages. My specialities are History, English, and French, although I also have experience tutoring in Math and Science. I currently work in higher education for a distinguished university and have great familiarity with how the US and French...

Elissa H. says "Julia is a well educated tutor, personable, and patient!"

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Elizabeth G.

Empathy And Love For Knowledge

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
3 years experience
My personal ethos is that anybody can learn and reach their potential - with the right teacher. My empathy and patience for my students never runs out. I am a highly creative person and I enjoy applying that to working with students. I have 3 years of teaching experience. I specifically work with students of all ages who...
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Joanna W.

High School/ Special Ed Teached Looking To Tutor

Astoria, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Joanna and I am a certified DOE high school teacher in East Harlem and a grad student at Hunter College receiving a masters in Special Education. With the school year coming to an end, I am looking for a part time job around town for the summer. I adore children and have nearly a decade of experience as a...
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Elizabeth T.

Experienced And Passionate STEM Educator And Tutor With Real World Experience

Jamaica, NY

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I've been tutoring students of all ages since high school, specializing in chemistry, biology, algebra, and English. My approach is patient, friendly, and encourages questions to foster a supportive learning environment. With 5+ years of teaching experience at a New York high school, I've taught Chemistry, Living Environment,...

Andrea G. says "She was fantastic- she tutored my 7 year old daughter and my 15 year old son. She had a unique practical way of teaching that really helped my children...

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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.00/hr as of July 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Elmhurst, NY

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

Mary G.

Mary is one of the most talented educators I know. She can related to any type of learning style and adjust curriculum accordingly. She...

- Care member

Mary Rose P.

Mary Rose came to our family in time of need. We were looking for someone to pick up my son from his school bus after my mother had past...

- Marisol A.

Lauren H.

Lauren tutored our daughter for 1 and 1/2 years . She helped her improve her grades and her study habits. She is highly recommended.

- Marivi D.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Elmhurst, NY

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Elmhurst, NY is $28.00 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 Elmhurst, NY, 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 Elmhurst, NY, 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 Elmhurst, NY. 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 Elmhurst, NY, 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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