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Suzanna H.

Tutor - With Background In Social Work & Education

Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I've served the Des Moines area since 2017 in Education and Social Work. Currently, I operate my business as a live wedding painter full time, and offer private art, music, and elementary education lessons. My goal is to empower my students in their critical thinking skills, expanding their capacity to be adaptive, creative...
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Tutoring & Lessons

Urbandale, IA

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$25/hr
Hello, my name is Lydia and I've worked as a nanny for years! I am also a CNA and have 2 years of experience in nursing school. I have worked with many people who had special medical needs and also wanted more support and structure with their learning. Learning has been one of the greatest joys in my life, and I love to see this...
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Tutoring

Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
I am a college graduate and have experience tutoring kids ages 5-18. While my favorite subjects are math and business skills, I also have experience in many other fields. I also worked at a summer camp for children with disabilities this past summer, and have learned a lot about the way kids brains work and different types of...
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Totor

Grimes, IA

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$17/hr
I specialize in tutoring Pre-K through early elementary students, helping young learners build strong foundations in early reading and math through engaging, age-appropriate lessons tailored to their unique learning styles. Areas of Focus: Early Literacy *Letter recognition & phonics *Sight word mastery *Listening...
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Veteran Teacher Seeking Summer Tutoring Opportunities

West Des Moines, IA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Rachel and I am a full time 2nd grade teacher. I am looking for some tutoring opportunities for my summer months off!
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Elementary/Middle/High School Tutor

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi, currently a Psychology and Neuroscience double major at University. In addition to babysitting experience I also have experience as an online tutor for 3 years. My main tutoring subjects include math from pre-calculus and below, all science, language arts, history from middle school and below, essay help for high schoolers,...
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Grimes, IA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I would love to help your students learn and grow. I currently work at an elementary school in Ankeny and have been there for 4 years! I can help with english, writing, math, and reading.
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Friendly And Patient Tutor To Middle And Elementary Schoolers

Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I have over two years of tutoring experience and I spent a year while in college at Iowa State University working for the organization America Reads America Counts within an Elementary school to provide math and reading tutoring during recess. I'm well versed in tutoring though tough emotions and situations. I have also...
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Des Moines, IA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Back in school I was always an A and B student. I excelled most in art and math. I got so good I starting teaching myself in advance.
Hello! I'm a certified Special Education teacher with over four years of experience supporting students with unique learning needs. I spent three years as a Special Education Associate in Johnston and have just completed my first year leading my own Special Education classroom. I'm passionate about working one-on-one with...
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Awesome Tutor

Norwalk, IA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I am a college student studying elementary education with a reading endorsement. I enjoy seeing children learn and grow and I love helping them along this process. I have experience tutoring and helping with homework with students from kindergarten through 11th grade. Reading, English, Phonics, and Social Studies are some of the...
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"Miss Libby"

Huxley, IA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Hello. My name is Libby. I strive to live life and love others as Jesus calls us to. Having grown up in a large farm family in Southeastern Iowa, I have come to care deeply about leading by example, so as to instill values that set up our youth and future generations for success. Those values, to name a few, include work...

Woodward, IA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have 40 + years of experience. I can help with Special Education, English, science, and math. I am a lifelong learner and love to interact with students to improve their skills. I get to know their interests so that I can help them find a love of learning. I have a Masters' Degree in the Humanities from California State...

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  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Johnston, IA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Johnston, IA is $30.00 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 Johnston, IA, 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 Johnston, IA, 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 Johnston, IA. 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 Johnston, IA, 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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