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Mackenzie O.

Certified Teacher

Happy Valley, OR

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I went to Clarion University of PA for 4 years. I taught first grade for 2 years and 2nd grade for 1 year. I student taught in 3rd grade along with special education. I love working with students and developing authentic lessons for each child!
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Happy Valley, OR

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$20/hr
I am a friendly, outgoing, and patient tutor. I've been a bible-school teacher for preschool-2nd grade students. I have experience tutoring K-7th grade ages and love working with children and helping them find the excitement in learning.
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Happy Valley, OR

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I'm passionate about unlocking each student's unique potential through personalized support. My teaching philosophy centers on building confidence and a genuine love for learning, creating an engaging and patient environment where students thrive. With almost 9 years of experience working with children of all ages and...
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Portland, OR

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
Through past babysitting and nannying jobs, I have aided in children's learning primarily through reading with them. I love to guide kids through books and words and, depending on their age and reading level, have them read to me as I encourage them and work alongside them to build up their confidence in their ability. I also...
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Available, Experienced, In-person Teacher With SPED And Distance Learning Expert

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am an experienced nanny, educator and caregiver specializing in working with children with ADHD, autism, and other learning or sensory challenges. I am also well versed in early childhood development and education. I have been particularly successful teaching reading. I am a Portland native and graduated from The University of...

Samantha Y. says "It was a pleasure to work with Beverly (Annie). Our daycare fell through and she came in last minute to watch our 1 year old for the day. She was very...

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Teacher

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
7 years experience
Hello im Maura! Pronounced like mar-uh. I'm a Seattle native living in Portland. I love my church community, coffee and yoga! I'm a licensed K-3 special education teacher in Beaverton. I teach using methods backed by the science of reading. I teach kids to read by focusing on phonemic awareness not guessing from pictures or...
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Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello! From August- June I work as a full-time special education teacher. Over the summer I like to work in a 1:1 social recreational capacity. I have experience with individuals ages 5-30 in a range of different needs. I consider myself responsible, professional, creative, and fun! I love to engage with individuals in different...
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Private Educator Available

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$150/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Booking: Summer enrichment. Fall '26 after-school. Availability shows summer hours. Limited fall after school availability- message to secure a fall spot. I'm a private educator & EF coach with 15 years experience supporting diverse & neurodivergent learners. Trained in 5 major pedagogies & with a background in child...

Elissa B. says "Sophie is fabulous. She is committed, dependable, and smart. Best of all, she has a great rapport with our 15 year old son. While Sophie helps him in...

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Tutor/Instructor, Mentor, Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have a strong and varied career in theater and education and am currently finishing my masters degree in education. I have been working with children of all ages from diverse backgrounds and abilities including ADD, ADHD and those on the spectrum for years both in private settings and in the school system. I have taught...
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Part-Time Or Full-Time Mathematics Tutor Available

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Greetings! I am a former High School and College level math instructor with over 15 years of teaching and tutoring experience. Before relocating to the Portland area, I worked as a full-time teacher with the Ann Arbor (MI) Public Schools as well as a summer term instructor at the University of Michigan. I have also volunteered...

Care Member says "Nam has been one of the best tutors that we have. He is patient, thorough and very flexible with teaching plan/schedule. "

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Empowering Your Individual Child

Portland, OR

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$18/hr
45 years experience
I have been a teacher in the public school setting for over 40 years, which has provided me with a wide range of experience in teaching; I have also worked as a private tutor. Having taken a number of classes in psychology and counseling, and having been endorsed as a special education teacher, I've found my passion for working...
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Portland, OR

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$16/hr
I worked at camp for two summers for kids with learning disabilities and behavioral disorders, aiding them on one-on-one tutoring during their classes. I also have had experience working at a tutoring organization, tutoring an underdeveloped first grader on math and reading. I was also a teachers assistant for a 6th grade class...
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Elementary Teacher With A Background In Special Education

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Since graduation, I have been working as a long term substitute teacher in a third grade classroom at Hiawatha Elementary School in Essex, Vermont, followed by teaching a second grade classroom at Shelburne Community School. I worked for the tutoring center of my college where I tutored college students in mathematics. During...
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Vancouver, WA

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$35/hr
Hello! I offer tutoring services for all ages with a background in working within a special education classroom. I have experience working with a diverse need of youth and look forward to helping your child grow into their full potential! I bring my own materials and lesson plans if none are available.
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Special And General Educator Skilled In Giving Students The Boost Needed To Achieve In Academics

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
7 years experience
I seven years of K-6 teaching experience in both general education and special education and have helped many students bridge gaps in their academic achievement. If you have a student who is struggling to keep up in an academic subject or if you're simply looking for enrichment opportunities, I can help by creating a plan,...
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Tutor With Bachelors In Education And Masters In Special Education Available For Summer Tutoring!

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
8 years experience
I am an experienced educator with a passion for teaching and helping students reach their full potential. With a Masters Degree in Education and over 10 years of teaching/tutoring experience, I will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our tutoring sessions! As a tutor, my goal is to empower students, helping them...
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Special Education Tutor/ Academic And Emotional Support

Troutdale, OR

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$36/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm a special education professional with 10+ years of experience supporting children in one-on-one and small group settings. I help students with emotional regulation, executive functioning, IEP goals, and learning differences such as asd or adhd. My sessions are calm, structured, and individualized, helping children feel...
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Transformational Tutor

Portland, OR

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
The most important aspect of teaching any subject, any age, is connecting. If a genuine connection is made trust will be present. This is followed by a willingness to learn, and a nearly contagious desire for both teacher and student to learn and grow.
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Portland, OR

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$45/hr
10 years experience
I am a tutor and work in educational therapy. I've been teaching for about 10 years now in a variety of subjects. I've work in schools, in an educational therapy office, and 1:1 in-home (or at your preferred place to meet). In the past, I've worked as a full time nanny and a paraeducator in Special Ed and high support needs...
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Portland, OR

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Hi, My name is Kelsey. I am a certified teacher in the areas of elementary education and special education. I have worked with students from the ages of 3 years old to middle school.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of May 2026

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Happy Valley, OR

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

Beverly B.

It was a pleasure to work with Beverly (Annie). Our daycare fell through and she came in last minute to watch our 1 year old for the day....

- Samantha Y.

Sophia R.

Sophie is fabulous. She is committed, dependable, and smart. Best of all, she has a great rapport with our 15 year old son. While Sophie...

- Elissa B.

Nam K.

Nam has been one of the best tutors that we have. He is patient, thorough and very flexible with teaching plan/schedule.

- Care member

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Happy Valley, OR

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Happy Valley, OR is $19.00 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 Happy Valley, OR, 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 Happy Valley, OR, 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 Happy Valley, OR. 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 Happy Valley, OR, 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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