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Rhonda B.

Experienced Teacher

Highland Park, NJ

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$35/hr
14 years experience
I am a retired elementary school teacher and art teacher. I had dual licensures and taught for 14 years in grades kindergarten through 8th grade. I love teaching math, reading, writing. I also teach piano and have been playing for over 40 years. In addition, I have worked with special education students for many years as part of...
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Malikah S.

K12 And College English Tutor

Highland Park, NJ

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$27/hr
6 years experience
Hello there, my name is Malikah (MA-LEE-KAH) and I specialize in K-12 and College level English which includes but is not limited to grammar, essay writing, vocabulary, and communication. I have an A. S in Social Work and I am currently working towards my Bachelor's degree. I'm a Deans List student who is also apart of the Phi...
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Mariam A.

North Brunswick, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello My name is Mariam. I have a masters in Special Education. I am a special education teacher that has been teaching for 12 years in the elementary school. I can tutor in reading, math, science and social studies. I like to make learning fun!
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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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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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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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Sonia R.

Spotswood, NJ

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a certified teacher for 22 years for the Jersey City Public Schools. Throughout my teaching career , I have had the opportunity to work with children in grades k-7 in ALL subject areas. In addition, I have a Master's degree in Reading and Literacy and have had opportunities to successfully teach children how to read....
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Dayana S.

Tutor

Manville, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a High School graduate from Manville High School. I'm currently a student at Montclair State University with a major in molecular biology and a minor in chemistry. I graduated with a 3. 8 GPA and participated in all honors classes. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish. I've tutored kids who have difficulties in math,...
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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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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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Shweta B.

North Brunswick, NJ

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Dedicated to educating and mentoring young learners at the elementary level for 6+ years. Over 6 years' experience supporting academic and emotional growth of elementary students. Passionate assistant teacher with helping young learners, including special needs students.
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Gabriella M.

Part-time Tutoring Waikoloa/Waimea

Piscataway, NJ

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hi families! I'm currently looking for a part-time tutoring and/or childcare job in the Waikoloa/Waimea area. I am a teacher at Waikoloa School and would love to find a family that needs tutoring or regular childcare for their little ones! I am available after 3 p.m. M-F and would ideally tutor 3-4 days/week. I'm open to...
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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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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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Kimberley Y.

Certified K-6 Teacher Looking To Tutor

Woodbridge, NJ

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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was an elementary education and biology major as an undergrad I have my masters in education and currently in a doctoral program. I am a certified K-6 teacher with some middle school and high school experience and I also have experience with special education students. I can tutor in home or a common location (IE a local...
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Nikki K.

North Brunswick, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience
I've been nannying and tutoring home-sessions for about 6 years now. I taught pre-school for two years, substituted and worked as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom. I have my B. S. in Health Studies and Education, and am now student teaching in Health Education to receive my Master of Arts in Teaching Health...
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David A.

Enthusiastic Young Male Tutor

East Brunswick, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello, I'm a teacher's assistant and a college graduate with four years of experience with children, including those with special needs. I truly enjoy the work that I do, finding out exactly what a student is struggling with and helping them to succeed. To teach children these days, it's very important to personalize...
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Nicole C.

Unlocking Student Potential

Middlesex, NJ

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$28/hr
1 year experience
Passionate about making learning engaging and effective. My teaching method centers in tailoring lessons to each student's strengths and needs, using a variety of interactive techniques to spark curiosity and foster understanding. I provide support for homework, exam prep, and foundational concepts, Adapting my approach to fit...
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Myra M.

Reading Specialist Tutor

Piscataway, NJ

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$35/hr
10 years experience
As a Reading Specialist, with an elementary education background, I have developed considerable skills and knowledge in the field of Reading. I believe that my instructional abilities, combined with my strong interpersonal skills and work ethics will contribute the success of your child's reading ability
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Vincynthia P.

Elementary School Tutor

Piscataway, NJ

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$24/hr
Have a bachelors in English Language arts, currently going to school to be a teacher for Special education/general education 1-6 at Touro. Looking to help families with students needs in English, some Math, and science. Can come to your house, meet at the library or online.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $31.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Highland Park, NJ

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

Kelly R.

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,...

- Natalie K.

Maria S.

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...

- Elma P.

Andrea K.

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...

- Care member

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Highland Park, NJ

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Highland Park, NJ is $31.00 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, 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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