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Lisa H.

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Lake Villa, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
I've always been a great student and love helping kids gain confidence who are struggling to succeed.
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Lake Villa, IL

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I'm Lexi. I have a passion for working with young people of all ages. My college background is in Social Science as well as Young Adult Mental Health. In addition, I am currently pursuing a degree in Social Work at Dominican University. I hope to meet your needs as I work with background information (including grade...
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Lake Villa, IL

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$22/hr
Hi! I am a first year master student of speech language pathology at NIU! I have a history of being a paraprofessional for three years and would love to help you.
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Lake Villa, IL

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Hello!! My name is Paige-Elicia Caruth and I am a sophomore in college at Arkansas State University. I run Division 1 Cross Country and Track and Field and am majoring in social work and education. In addition, I am First Aid, Choking and CPR certified for infants, children and adults. I have my own form of transportation and am...
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Smart, Dedicated New Trier HS Graduate For Hire!

Round Lake, IL

1.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Jackie. I am 26 years old and currently reside in Glenview. In school, I am a nursing major and look forward to my future career. Nursing school requires intense studying and school work, which makes me an excellent candidate for anyone looking for help with any subject, particularly English, science, math,...
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Experienced Tutor Helping Kids With ALL Types Of Learning

Round Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been tutoring and teaching kids ages 5-17 for 12 years. I have a background in Special Education and also enjoy teaching kids reading/writing and study habits that involve testing preparation to help them succeed. My methods are very unique. I help kids write and proofread papers as well as teach them the skills to...
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From Stuck To Strong In Reading And Writing

Spring Grove, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I am a literacy teacher with 28 years of classroom experience, and I believe all students can rise to high expectations when they are supported, challenged, and truly seen. I don't lower the bar--I help students reach it. My work focuses on turning confused or reluctant readers and writers into confident thinkers. I teach...
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Antioch, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Former full-time middle and high school teacher. Experience includes both general and special education. Subjects of particular strength include English and Social Sciences. Two years experience as a paid in home tutor. Hold current substitute teacher credentials.
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Gurnee, IL

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$23/hr
I studied Special Education at UW-Whitewater and earned my Bachelor's degree in Sociology from UW-Parkside. I am patient, compassionate, and experienced in supporting children with diverse needs. I value structure, positive guidance, and creating a safe, supportive environment for children to thrive.
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Tutoring & Lessons

Gurnee, IL

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$20/hr
I have been working in school settings with youth for 15 years! I have a background working with special needs teens.
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Antioch, IL

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I have been babysitting and nannying my whole life, I am the 4th oldest of 10 so ive had a lot of experience growing up! im very passionate about traveling and playing/making music. I play 5 different string instruments and I love to sing and create as often as a I can. I have been on Care for about 3 years now, but ive...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$23/hr
Certified Special Education teacher with 4. 5 years of teaching experience. I earned my master's degree in Special Education with an emphasis in Autism in 2022. Mentoring and teaching children with disabilities is my passion!
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Relationship Based Tutor/Teacher-Great References

Libertyville, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Nickie. I am available to take on a few new clients in the Libertyville area for elementary/middle school tutoring. As a current special education teacher and private tutor for typical and special needs students alike, I have adapted my methods to focus on relationship based techniques. Using this methodology...
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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a special education teacher for grades 1st-5th grade.
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Bianca M.'s Photo

Great Lakes, IL

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Bianca, A little about me, I'm originally from Virginia and my favorite color is purple. I find joy in being an English tutor to children, creating special bonds along the way with families. I have experience tutoring children 2-10years old, and special ed children/adults. Hands on, Professional experience; As an...
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Tutor - Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist

Crystal Lake, IL

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$60/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm Emily, a Certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist with over 6 years of experience in literacy education. I specialize in using the Orton-Gillingham approach, a highly effective, multisensory method for teaching reading, writing, and spelling. Whether your child is struggling with dyslexia, needs extra...
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Barrington, IL

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$23/hr
6 years experience
I am a special education teacher with 6 years experience working in an instructional classroom. I also have my Masters degree in Reading Specialist.
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Barrington, IL

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$32/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with students ages 2-98 of all abilities (special needs, typical, and advanced) in school, therapy center, community, and barn settings. I currently teach at Messiah Lutheran and CUSD 220. I am also a registered behavior therapist with a specialty in Autism. I have my own 5-year-old who sometimes joins me during...
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Wauconda, IL

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$15/hr
I did volunteer tutoring at Gigis playhouse for a year. I have a Bachelors degree in Special Ed and a Masters in Early Childhood.
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Special Education Tutor With Over 15 Years Of Experience

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$80/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified Wilson instructor with over 15 years of experience and specialize in supporting students in Grades 2-12 who are not making sufficient progress with their current intervention. I provide intensive Structured Literacy instruction for students with language-based learning disabilities such as dyslexia. I have 20...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.50/hr as of May 2026

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

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Lake Villa, IL

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Lake Villa, IL is $21.50 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 Lake Villa, IL, 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 Lake Villa, IL, 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 Lake Villa, IL. 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 Lake Villa, IL, 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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