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Carol W.

Special Education Teacher Looking For Students Needing Extra Help

Independence, MO

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have been teaching Special ed for 16 yrs, on all grade and ability levels. I have also participated in after-school tutoring and Saturday School with regular-ed students.
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Kayla K.

Tutoring

Mission, KS

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$23/hr
8 years experience
I am a former 5th grade teacher looking for nannying/babysitting, pet sitting, tutoring or errand running opportunities. I taught for 8 years before taking a leave this school year to become a certified life consultant and go to a Bible school. Prior to teaching 5th, I have also taught 4th and 1st, as well as, preschool in the...
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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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Ashley S.

Elementary Tutor

Kansas City, KS

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Ashley I am currently a special education teacher . I have also taught first and third grade. I am most excited about tutoring phonics/reading and math but I, of course, can help with any subjects your child may need assistance in. Teaching is my passion and my job so you can trust that your child/children will...
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Kierra A.

Kansas City, KS

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$20/hr
Dedicated tutor with a passion for helping children of all ages and abilities succeed. My experience ranges from working with infants to teenagers, including students with special needs. Currently pursuing a degree in elementary education, I am equipped with the knowledge and skills to support your child's academic growth and...
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Kaleigh P.

Shawnee, KS

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$10/hr
2 years experience
My name is Kaleigh, I am 27 years old, and I am currently looking for a nanny and/or tutoring position for a family who needs extra help with homeschooling or virtual learning this school year. I am the mother of a 4-year-old and I am currently finishing my elementary education degree. I have also been an elementary SPED para...
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Sarah V.

Summer Tutor For Elementary Age Students Any Subjects

Shawnee, KS

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Sarah. I have been an elementary teacher for 28 years, teaching K-5. I have tutored privately for over 10 years. My undergraduate degree was in Early Childhood and my Masters was in General Education. I am interested in finding a nanny job this upcoming school year. I would also love to find a homeschool...
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Morgan N.

Prairie Village, KS

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have been tutoring my entire life. I love kids and attended Pembroke Hill, which was a very vigorous college preparatory high school. I graduated with honors while playing 4 years of varsity soccer and tutoring on the side. I was head of Freshman Facilitator organization to help guide and tutor incoming freshman so that they...
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Georgia B.

Mission, KS

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have always been passionate about education. Ever since high school, I wanted to become a teacher. I went to Jacksonville State University for both my undergraduate and graduate degrees. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education. I have a Master of Science in Education in Special Education. I also have a teaching...
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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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Anthea B.

I Have Recently Relocated To Overland Park, Kansas 66210 But Can Tutor On Line From Anywhere.

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked with children for many years both as an elementary and preschool teacher and as a school owner. I really enjoy being with children and am particularly good at teaching young children those skills that will help them succeed in school. I have an excellent reading series and have created my own very successful...

Lynda W. says "Our family has had the great pleasure and honor of having Anthea as nanny to our three children for the past three years. Our children are now 10, 7 and 5...

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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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$30/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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Lisa K.

Reading Specialist

Kansas City, KS

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I taught second grade for many years and then had training in learning differences where I worked with students with special education needs using the Orton Gillingham method. After several years of doing that, I was trained to be a reading specialist focusing on early intervention. I love kids and have a passion for reading.
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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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Alexis M.

Overland Park, KS

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$20/hr
As a Special Education Resource Teacher, I provided one-on-one and small group instruction to students with diverse learning needs, including those with learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and other exceptionalities. I designed and implemented individualized instructional plans aligned with students' IEP...
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Ashley B.

Lees Summit, MO

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$10/hr
I have mainly just helped siblings and kids that I was babysitting with homework, but I am in school for education and am willing to help your kiddos!
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.52/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs tutors is 5.0

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

Special Needs Tutors in Kansas City, MO are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 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.

Anthea B.

Our family has had the great pleasure and honor of having Anthea as nanny to our three children for the past three years. Our children are...

- Lynda W.

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.

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Kansas City, MO is $20.52 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, MO, 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, MO, 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, MO. 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, MO, 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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