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Sarah V.

Summer Tutor For Elementary Age Students Any Subjects

Shawnee, KS

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have been an elementary teacher for 28 years. I have tutored privately for over 10 years. I am interested in finding a nanny job this summer and do tutoring on the side. I am certified to teach grades K-9. I would love to start taking some new kids now that school is almost out. I make it fun!
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Sofia U.

Shawnee, KS

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi!! I am a very smart, reliable, observant, and flexible individual who has about one year of paid tutoring experience, but have actually been tutoring kids for almost 10 years. Starting in elementary school I was always asked by teachers to be the one to help students in my class who were struggling. Soon after I got a special...
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Alli J.

Certified English Teacher With A Big Zhesdt

Kansas City, MO

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I have over 14 years experience in teaching English, History, and Drama courses. I have taught College, High School and Middle School at various schools in the KC metro. I am certified through the state of Kansas and have completed. a background check in order to be licensed. I am kind, caring, and patient. I have taught at...
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Ellen W.

Kansas City, MO

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$22/hr
Hello! The past year I have worked in Outdoor Education with kiddos aged 7-12. I studied Natural Resource Technology and Environmental Education in college, receiving my Associate of Applied Science. I always excelled in English and Math in high school, but have come to love Science and grown an appreciation for History. I am...
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Madison C.

Kansas City, MO

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Interested in: Multi sensory activities Speciality in dyslexia students Fun active activities: math u see Orton Gilliam verified
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Camrie F.

Tutor

Overland Park, KS

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have been a teacher for the last 3 years, but recently took a step back due to some personal reasons. In the mean time I still have a passion to help and teach students. I would love to help get your child on the right track with school. I taught 5th grade, and 2nd grade. Tutoring available.
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Meriam D.

Experienced High School Spanish Teacher And Tutor, Piano Teacher

Leawood, KS

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I studied education and pride myself in being able to teach the subjects I know best. Those two subjects are Spanish and piano. I currently work full time teaching Spanish at a local high school, and am pursuing a working knowledge in Latin to better understand the Romance languages. I am also a proficient pianist, and...

Fernando D. says "Absolutely wonderful to have Meriam as a Piano lesson tutor. Very professional, punctual, knowledgeable, with a great teaching technique. Do not look...

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Paula M.

Life Coach/ Tutor

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 plus years of experience working with children in group settings as well as 1:1. I worked at Crittenton hospital for 10 years. Special Needs children are a specialty. I have worked as a both a tutor and substitute teacher in the Shawnee Mission and Hickman Mills school district. I am patient, kind, and encouraging. I...

Jenny C. says "We interviewed Paula for the possibility of tutoring our daughter. She was on time, very personable, and was willing to think outside the box when...

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Julia R.

Private Tutor Available For Virtual Tutoring

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Psychology and Studio Art from Washington University in St. Louis in 2019, and I'm currently pursuing my PhD in Counseling Psychology at the University of Kansas. My background in psychological science sets me apart from other tutors and enables me to help my students to not only earn...

Jennifer K. says "Julia has worked with my three kids over the last year and has been incredible. I have two with ADD that she very accurately evaluated, then put...

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Kristina C.

Future Teacher Who Loves Teaching Kids!

Overland Park, KS

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
2 years experience
My name is Kristina and I am going to be a senior in high school this upcoming school year. In school I have participated in a advanced professional studies program. I went into this program for teacher education. This allowed me in my afternoon to visit a number of schools at different grade levels to student teach and...
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Theresa K.

Loving Caring Person Wanting To Help You!

Leawood, KS

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! My name is Theresa, and I am a retired teacher. I LOVE kids, the elderly , animals and much more. I am a very dependable and a responsible person. I also am a very organized person. I have raised 3 boys of my own, who all are out on their own. Yes, I'm experiencing the Empty Nest Syndrome. That brings me to you, I would...

Daphne G. says "We loved how helpful she was with our son who has a learning disability. She tried really hard to make my son enjoy every minute while learning. I...

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Andrea S.

Master's In Elementary Education With 16+ Years Of Teaching Experience

Overland Park, KS

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I have a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a master's degree in Special Education. I have taught at the elementary level for 16 years. One of the greatest honors I received while teaching was being named a 2013 Kansas Teacher of the Year nominee. This is my first year not teaching in order to stay home with my two...
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Sarah T.

Master's Degree Level Teacher With Experience In Grades Pre-K Through 12th Grade,

Kansas City, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been an educator for 15 years. During that time, taught ELA for 6th, 7th, 8th, 11th, and 12th grades and Special education PreK -12th. I have a Master's in Multicategorical Special Education with an additional certification in Autism, secondary ELA, and early childhood special education. I taught secondary ELA and I have...
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Emily F.

Pre-Service Educator

Lenexa, KS

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$10/hr
I have had multiple pre-service experiences working with students in individual, small group, and whole class settings. This past semester alone, I have spent 8-12 hours weekly working with students who have diverse needs in ELA and math. I have passed all licensure exams required to teach elementary education in Kansas as well...
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Madelynne F.

Childcare Provider/Tutor

Kansas City, MO

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$15/hr
I participated in the A+ tutoring program in the LSR7 school district. I was and still am proficient in school, and have experience with high level math (through precalculus), music (reading and interpreting music theory), as well as collegiate level english (grammar, spelling, etc.). I also took five years of french and I...
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Bailey G.

College Student Looking For Part-Time Work As A Tutor

Lees Summit, MO

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Bailey and I am looking for part-time work as a tutor while I am in college! I have over a year of classroom experience as well as have experience working with ESL and Special Education students. I am really looking to work with elementary aged students and be there to supplement their learning throughout the...
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Madison P.

Kansas City, MO

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$10/hr
I tutor for the local elementary and middle schoolers when I was in high school. I have also helped all the children I have babysit with their schoolwork.
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William H.

Stay-At-Home Father With College Degree In Mathematics

Blue Springs, MO

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am a stay-at-home dad with my 3-year-old son. My son has an Autism diagnosis. I studied mathematics in college and I'm currently pursuing a STEM MBA online. I have considered becoming a Special Education teacher when my son is in school full-time. I am open to helping with special education, mathematics, english, science, or...
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Jennifer O.

Jennifer

Independence, MO

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Jennifer and I am a certified teacher. I began working for the Independence school district, as a classroom teacher in 2014. During this time I also taught virtually, for the district, for two years. After my district stopped offering virtual education, I decided to make a change. Currently I work as a Resource...
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Peter L.

Hard Working Tutor

Overland Park, KS

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I have been a paraprofessional for the last 4 years, I have worked in a Special Education for 2 years, and I am currently working at Oak Hill Elementary School as a resource paraprofessional. I am very passionate about working with students, and have helped many reach their academic goals.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.50/hr as of June 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Kansas City, KS

Special Needs Tutors in Kansas City, KS are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs tutors

Meriam D.

Absolutely wonderful to have Meriam as a Piano lesson tutor. Very professional, punctual, knowledgeable, with a great teaching technique. Do...

- Fernando D.

Paula M.

We interviewed Paula for the possibility of tutoring our daughter. She was on time, very personable, and was willing to think outside the...

- Jenny C.

Julia R.

Julia has worked with my three kids over the last year and has been incredible. I have two with ADD that she very accurately evaluated,...

- Jennifer K.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Kansas City, KS

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Kansas City, KS is $17.50 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 Kansas City, KS, 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 Kansas City, KS, 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 Kansas City, KS. 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 Kansas City, KS, 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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