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Jenna S.

Fords, NJ

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$26/hr
1 year experience
Currently, I am a K-8 Physical Education and Health Teacher. I am in the process of being certified as a Special Education Teacher as well. I am able to tutor in Special Education, Test Prep, Sports, Fitness, and Math.
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Michael V.

Licensed And Practicing Educator Available For Literacy, Language, And Mathematics Tutoring

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
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$150/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm a certified Orton-Gillingham reading specialist and early childhood educator with 10 years of experience teaching preschool through 3rd grade. I currently teach English as a Second Language at a public elementary school in Manhattan. I specialize in structured literacy instruction, using the Orton-Gillingham approach to...

Juliette R. says "Michael is a phenomenal English tutor. He is professional, punctual, kind and intuitive. He helped my son not only make huge progress in his reading...

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Mariam M.

Staten Island, NY

4.4(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hi, my name is Mariam. I have been teaching math for 20 years and working with children with special needs for 10 years. My specialty is math k-12. I am a high school math teacher . I utilize a variety of methods to enable the targeted learner to understand the material and enjoy the learning process. I focus on a higher order...

Ana D. says "Mrs. M is so nice to our sons, her demeanor and attitude is great. She explains math calmly and is very patient. We are going to need her in high school for...

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Jessica B.

Staten Island, NY

4.5(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Welcome! I'm a 25-year-old GWU graduate and accountant with a running tutoring business. I began my tutoring career while only in High School, because I found joy in helping my peers and siblings whenever they needed it. With nearly a decade of total experience, I have had the chance to help students of various skill levels from...

Lauren M. says "So happy we found Miss Jess, amazing SAT tutor. She works with my son virtually and makes the lessons easy to follow and interactive. She really knows her...

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Kelly R.

Early Childhood Special Education

South Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified teacher with 6 years of classroom experience and a Master's degree in Special Education. Alongside my teaching career, I have consistently tutored students and love the opportunity to provide personalized support. My passion lies in working with younger learners, especially from Pre-K through 3rd grade, where I...

Natalie K. says "We are very lucky to have Kelly come to our son L for fun activities, like drawing, play dough, dancing, reading, learning how to count, colors, shapes,...

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Barrie B.

Matawan, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Experience teaching/tutoring pre-k - 8th grade. Strong ELA and Art background. Friendly, outgoing, responsive to your children's needs. Rates negotiable depending on frequency and location. Experience with ABA, IEPs Former school teacher almost finished with degree as certified veterinary technician. Knowledgeable about pets...

Amira R. says "Barrie is an amazing and patient teacher/artist. She currently tutors my 5 year old daughter and is helping her get ready for Kindergarten. My daughter...

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Andrea K.

Part Time Teacher Available For Tutoring

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am an experienced, retired teacher. Graduate school education in psychology, science and language arts. Willing to teach test prep, as I've also taught enrichment classes and adult education, ESL, and all elementary school subjects except athletics. NYC public school system experience, last 16 years blue ribbon school. I am...

Care Member says "I am so grateful for Andrea, who has been tutoring my 3rd grade sons in reading. Over the past few months, I've noticed a significant improvement in...

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Maria S.

Certified Elementary School Teacher/Part-Time Tutor

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Maria. I have be working as an elementary public school teacher for 31 years. Currently, I teach second grade. I have also taught grades 1, 3, and 5. I have experience working with Special Education students in an inclusion setting, and work one-on-one with special ed students privately. I am available to tutor...

Elma P. says "Maria is such an asset to our sons academic growth!!!! He's been coming to Maria for a few years now and we definitely have seen some growth in him. She...

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Colleen O.

Struggle Less Learn More

Plainfield, NJ

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$40/hr
10 years experience
My name is Colleen and I've been teaching special education for 15 years. I have worked with students ranging in age 3-21. While I have worked with students with varying special needs, I have primarily worked with children and young teens with autism and ADDI ADHD. That being said I have also worked in the general education...
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Jade R.

Tutoring

Dunellen, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hi my name is Jade and I am a graduate of Monmouth University. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education K-6 and Special Education K-12. I have been a tutor for the past 2 years. I am reliable and willing to go above and beyond to support the needs of your child.
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Liana S.

Special Education Teacher

Staten Island, NY

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$36/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Liana and I am a certified special and childhood education teacher. I love to teach!
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Cynthia P.

English Language Arts Tutor

Piscataway, NJ

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I love teaching children to read and write. With over 10 years of experience, I have worked with many students to increase their reading level. I can provide you with information on your child's current independent and instructional reading levels. I have experience in both regular education and special education settings. I...
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Coco B.

Cranford, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have been blessed with over 10 years of experience as a K-6 Elementary Classroom Teacher across a wide range of settings. Since transitioning from the classroom in 2020, I have had the incredible opportunity to work directly with families in their homes providing virtual learning support and fully customized homeschool...
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Laura C.

Certified Teacher Available After School And Weekends.

Matawan, NJ

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I currently teach 4th Grade. It definitely keeps me on my toes! I have NJ certification in Elementary Ed, Special Ed, and teaching Reading. I have been tutoring since I was a high school student. I love having the opportunity to work with students one on one. It is so exciting watching the light bulb turn on when they finally...
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Colleen O.

Tutor

Plainfield, NJ

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Colleen I have been a special education teacher for 14 years. Throughout my time teaching I have worked with students ranging in age 3-21. I am able to provide modification and enrichments to lessons, as well as, provide additional supports to ensure student success. I am hard working, reliable and flexible. I...
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Matthew B.

Part Time Tutor

Milltown, NJ

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I have been an Instructional Aide in general education and special education for over 10 years. I help students with their writing skills, reading comprehension, and basic math skills. Specializing in reading comprehension, essay writing, grammar, test prep and fundamentals.
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Claire T.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Fanwood, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have a bachelor of arts in communications and I'm also working on my Master's in Special Education at Ramapo College, along with my K-6 elementary certification. I'm happy to assist your child with homework, along with literacy and math skillbuilding.
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Katie H.

Tutor

South Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have taught 4th-6th grades (both general education and special education), all subjects. I have tutored multiple-level learners in various subjects. I have also worked with students at a preschool level.
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Ashley S.

Elementary Summer Tutoring

Colonia, NJ

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$60/hr
7 years experience
I am an Orton Gillingham trained Special Education teacher who specializes in phonics, reading, and writing instruction. I have years of experience teaching and tutoring at the elementary level. Education/Certification: I graduated in 2010 with a degree in Special Education. I currently hold 2 certifications- Elementary...
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Mariana P.

Tutor

Plainfield, NJ

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$27/hr
6 years experience
Passionate and patient educator with nearly a decade of teaching experience, specializing in elementary-level academics. Dedicated to helping young learners build confidence, improve skills, and develop a love for learning through engaging and personalized tutoring sessions. Whether your child needs extra support or enrichment,...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Fords, NJ

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

Michael V.

Michael is a phenomenal English tutor. He is professional, punctual, kind and intuitive. He helped my son not only make huge progress in his...

- Juliette R.

Mariam M.

Mrs. M is so nice to our sons, her demeanor and attitude is great. She explains math calmly and is very patient. We are going to need her...

- Ana D.

Jessica B.

So happy we found Miss Jess, amazing SAT tutor. She works with my son virtually and makes the lessons easy to follow and interactive. She...

- Lauren M.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Fords, NJ

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Fords, NJ is $26.00 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 Fords, NJ, 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 Fords, NJ, 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 Fords, NJ. 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 Fords, NJ, 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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