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Wylynn C.

Tutor Available!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
1 year experience
I am studying currently to be an engineer at Wayne State University, and I am a part of the honors math program. I can offer math tutoring up to pre-calculus and trigonometry. I can offer help with English, many science classes, and history as well, but I am strongest with math. I tutored math in high school for two years, and I...
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Julia K.

Business Professional Who Enjoys Teaching Youth

Grand Rapids, MI

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$15/hr
I am the executive director of a Catholic medical practice, Holy Family Healthcare. I enjoy working with young people, and I particularly enjoy equipping youth to succeed and achieve excellence. I have some extra time in the evenings and weekends, which I would enjoy to tutor children or youth.
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Brandi D.

English, Poetry, Essay, Creative Writing Tutor

Grand Rapids, MI

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$35/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Brandi. I have a degree in English Lit and 4 years experience in teaching reading and writing to school age children in the school system. I have tutored elementary & junior high aged children in reading and writing. I like to meet kids where they are at when it comes to teaching, but also challenging them at...
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Audrey M.

Tutor

Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
I am an elementary education major with a focus in language arts and English as a second language. I have tutored students ranging from elementary age to high school and have experience tutoring in all subjects. I love working with students and would love to help out your family!
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Katherine S.

Grand Rapids, MI

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$24/hr
1 year experience
Over my adult career, I have worked in two different schools. In the first school, I had a lot of exposure to kindergarten. I learned a lot about how to teach phonics to kids with an attention span on . 5 seconds. Now i'm working in a middle school setting and while it is a little different leaning level, the attention span is...
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Shelby S.

Muself As A Tutor

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
Hi! I'm Shelby, a 24-year-old outgoing, reliable, and caring individual, who emphasizes the importance of education. I excelled in kindergarten, excelling in reading and writing. Attending parent teacher conferences, I would be excited for my teachers to tell my Mom just how well I was doing. I am very passionate about learning...
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Lynn L.

Horses And Learning - What Could Be Better?!

Grand Rapids, MI

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$45/hr
10 years experience
I run Horse Sense Tutoring where horses become teaching and learning partners as students experience academics and social emotional learning in a whole new way! Horse Sense is a unique service which combines the power of Equine Assisted Learning and evidence based reading, math, and social-emotional growth strategies that engage...
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Lindsay W.

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Grandville, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
While in college I tutored other students in Chemistry and Spanish. I was also a mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters. I would volunteer to come in early to help tutor kids before the program started.
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Riley D.

Kind, Patient, & Master's Educated Tutor!

Ada, MI

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Riley and I am a speech language pathologist in the school system/outpatient pediatric clinic for my full time job looking to fill my evenings and weekends. I have over 7 years experience tutoring elementary and middle school students in all subject areas. I try to make learning fun and interactive and I have...
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Kiara S.

Wyoming, MI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I have tutored at in school centers near me for around a year. I specifically love to work in the elementary grade areas but am open to others! I love to work with special education students as well.
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Teresa O.

Teacher/tutor

Comstock Park, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children all my life. I have an undergrad degree in Speech Language Pathology. I have a degree in Elementary Education. I have ran a small daycare and taught 7th grade. I have also worked with several children on the autism spectrum. I have some schooling in Spanish and am willing to learn more and find...
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Tasmiya S.

Math Tutor

Wyoming, MI

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I'm an Engineering Major. I tutor in Math and Science. I have mentored for a year in high school. I am patient with kids of all ages. My teaching method is hands-on through practices and activities., with short breaks
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Aria N.

Allendale, MI

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Aria and I am looking for an opportunity to tutor students who may need a bit of help in varying academic areas. I am a special education teacher in Grand Haven for students with emotional impairments. I graduated in 2024 from GVSU with my bachelors degree in special education, with endorsements in both...
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Hallie H.

Private Tutor

Hudsonville, MI

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$11/hr
I have always had a passion for help others. I have about two years of helping special education kids with broad subjects in secondary education.
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Lisa D.

Tutor- Individual / Group

Lowell, MI

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Retired teacher still desires to positively impact all students and help them reach their potential. 25+ years experience with students of all ages and various subjects.
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Kadence W.

Allendale, MI

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$17/hr
Hi!! I'm Kadence. I'm a 19-year-old college student attending gvsu for my degree in special and early education.
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Lindsey H.

Zeeland, MI

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$17/hr
I am in my second year of college, studying to be a special education teacher as well as majoring in general education grades K-3. I have experience working with students of all ages as well as substitute teaching various grades.
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Alaina A.

Rockford, MI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I am currently an elementary special education teacher who works with students with specific learning disabilities, moderate cognitive impairments, mild cognitive impairments, autism, and/or other health impairments. I have a Master's in Education and endorsements in Cognitive Impairments, Learning Disabilities, and Elementary...
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Rebecca A.

Very Patient Tutor, Creative And Dedicated. READY FOR SUMMER WORK!!

Hudsonville, MI

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi there - I am a former substitute teacher, private tutor, and mentor with 14 plus years of experience. Varied background with students from kindergarten through high school level. Also available to edit written work, college essays, etc. I possess a BA in English from the University of Michigan. Motivated extrovert, outgoing...
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Claire H.

Math And Science Tutor

Rockford, MI

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Bachelors degree with a major in physics, previously worked for years as a data scientist and many years substitute teaching and tutoring. I tutor math and science at any grade level up to 12th and tutor other subjects for younger grades. I also have extensive experience working with special education students.
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  • The average post rate is $20.67/hr as of October 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Grand Rapids, MI

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Grand Rapids, MI is $20.67 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 Grand Rapids, MI, 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 Grand Rapids, MI, 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 Grand Rapids, MI. 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 Grand Rapids, MI, 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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