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Kate L.

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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Rebecca S.

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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Dianna C.

Certified Teacher, Bilingual

Portland, OR

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a Reading Specialist and Master Reading Teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience in Texas public schools. I have experience with Learning differences, have Special Education certification, and am bilingual. I look forward to helping your family in any way that I can!
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Jean H.

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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Brianna W.

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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Kelsey S.

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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Alicia G.

Experienced Teacher/education Support Coach

Portland, OR

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I have 20 years of teaching experience K - grade 8, including instructional specialist to support struggling readers in reading, writing and math during the last 12 years. I support families as a tutor/coach for ADHD students specializing in strength-based strategies for learning. I love kids and want them to learn that learning...
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Adaline R.

Diverse Tutor

Portland, OR

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$32/hr
I am a teacher/tutor with 5 years of experience. I teach Spanish, English, biology, chemistry, algebra, anthropology, psychology, women's studies, and history. I work with elementary school, middle school, high school, and college students. I have experience working with children with disabilities and neurodivergence.
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Amy L.

Everyone Can Learn. I Can Teach.

Portland, OR

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have tutored elementary schooled children and advanced them in the basics. I home schooled my own and one through HIGH SCHOOL. Everyone can learn something and everyone learns something better with a good teacher. My expertise is teaching the basics of reading using phonics, and basic math.
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Kristin P.

Portland, OR

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$45/hr
7 years experience
I am a trained Montessori elementary teacher with several years' experience working with children between the ages of 6-12 in all subject areas. My approach is patient, supportive, and encouraging, and I prioritize building a positive relationship with each child that I work with. My training in the Montessori method means that...
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Idalina V.

Portland Based Educator And Coach

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
7 years experience
I have been a teacher for 6+ years, both in non-profit settings as well as Public, Charter, and Waldorf Schools. Most recently, I have worked with a North Portland public Charter k-8 Waldorf School as a Movement and Mindfulness teacher as well as a Behavioral Interventionist and Restorative Practices counselor. Additionally I...
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Koriani B.

Patient Educator

Vancouver, WA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Thanks for taking the time to read my profile. I am a Wife, Mama, and Educator. I have lived in the PNW all my life. Since 2003 I have used humor, enthusiasm, and encouragement to guide children. For the past 22 years I have been involved with children in various aspects. I have taught preschool, been a professional Nanny,...
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Aurora S.

Part-Time Tutor Available

Portland, OR

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Hello! My name is Aurora, and I've been in the education and service industries for over 14 years. I've spent the past year working with two private families as a full time Career Nanny. I've worked with children of a wide range of ages (newborn through 8th grade), and have extensive experience with toddlers through 6th grade....
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Susanna R.

Portland, OR

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$25/hr
3 years experience
With years of experience and patience, I build rapport with my students to bring out the their innate strengths. My specialties include Language Arts, General Education, and Art. I have a strong ability to adapt to students' learning styles.
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Abigail S.

Portland, OR

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$22/hr
Hi! I'm Abby, a Pre-Health major at the University of Arizona. With experience in high-paced, people-focused roles, I bring strong communication, patience, and organization to every tutoring session. I specialize in elementary math, English, writing, study skills, and test prep. My goal is to help students feel confident,...
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Katelyn T.

Elementary School Tutor

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a 3rd grade teacher just outside of Portland! I love working with students and encouraging them to grow as learners. I am passionate about working one on one with students in order to target their specific needs. I am reliable, knowledgeable, and compassionate. Please reach out, as I'd love to support your child...
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Jenna S.

Virtual Learning Got You Down? Preschooler Making WFH Impossible? I Can Help!

Portland, OR

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Through middle and high school, I tutored Elementary students in my community. I supported their spelling, math, reading, you name it. Our goal was to support the whole child. In high school I also participated in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America as a mentor and continued working in after school and summer school...
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Amy S.

Portland, OR

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$18/hr
I have worked in the special education field for three years and I love it! I also do some speech therapy with a kid three times a week outside of school.
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Lauren W.

Portland, OR

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! I graduated from Pacific University with a Bachelor of Arts in Education and Learning. Since graduating, I worked as a private school teacher for grades 4-6. When the pandemic hit I decided to become a pod leader for grades K-2. During college, I spent my summers working at camps and childcare centers. I have many...
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Callie S.

Portland, OR

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$16/hr
1 year experience
My background in tutoring primarily focused on working with elementary school children in a POD setting. Duties included keeping track of every student's assignments/tests, go over curriculum taught in class, and give supplemental homework if needed.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.80/hr as of December 2025

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 $24.80 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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