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Leah D.

Tutor/Babysitter

Media, PA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have had experience tutoring with a 5-year-old boy who also had special needs and aggressive behavior. We worked mainly on his math class and English. I saw him improve so much when I was able to give him the one on one attention that he needed and I also worked with and collaborated with his mobile therapist. I also have...
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Chris A.

Media, PA

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$49/hr
3 years experience
I have a masters degree in Special Education and Early Childhood Education. My background in special education has equipped me with the skills to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs), modify curriculum to meet students' unique needs, and employ various teaching strategies to ensure all students can...
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Amy H.

Private Tutor

Newtown Square, PA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a Reading Specialist at Ogden Elementary School with over 10 years experience as a teacher and tutor. I specialize in elementary education (pre-k-5th) and special education. I have a Masters in Education and Reading and a second Masters in Educational Leadership & Law. I am trained in Wilson's Fundations & Orton...

Cassy M. says "We are very happy that we hired Amy to help our second grade son with his reading and writing. She is professional, knowledgeable and patient. My son...

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Nikki H.

Brookhaven, PA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education and my master's degree in special education. I have been working with children for 10 years now through school-based tutoring programs and babysitting. I have worked in an elementary school for five years as a one-on-one aide and teacher helper. I have also been a...
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Lynda T.

Patient, Reliable And Efficient Sub-teacher

Glen Mills, PA

4.5(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Learning should be enjoyable. My aim is to create an environment that promotes maximum fun as well as engage children in knowledge. I hold a liberal arts degree, have years of peer tutoring as well as sub-teaching experience in many subject matters, grades K-12.
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Kate O.

Tutoring

Glen Mills, PA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a former elementary school teacher with 15 years of teaching experience in grades 3-6, with three of these years in special education. I am also a Certified School Psychologist and have been in this role for 5 years. I have two children of my own and have a wide variety of teaching, tutoring and organizational strategies to...

Gina W. says "We were very happy with Kate as a tutor. I would definitely recommend her."

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Teri C.

Teacher Turned Stay At Home Mom

Brookhaven, PA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have my Teaching license and am certified to teach Pre-k - 3rd grade. I have spent time teaching in all grade levels, the most time in second grade. I love working with children and have spent all of my adult life doing so.
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Gail D.

French/Spanish/ESL Tutor

Broomall, PA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have more than 20 years of experience as an ESL teacher/tutor and two years of experience in teaching/tutoring French. I can tutor basic math, reading, writing, Spanish, a bit of German and most elementary school subjects. I am most comfortable tutoring foreign language, namely French and Spanish.

Mary Cate O. says "Gail provided care for my grandmother for almost a year. My grandmother had Alzheimer's and lived with us. We felt like we found a gem in Gail. She...

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Charlotte G.

Passionate Educator, Lifelong Learner, And Lover Of Play!

Wayne, PA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Charlotte, and I am delighted by the opportunity to work with your child this year. I earned my B. S. Ed. in Early Childhood Education PreK-4 and my certification in Special Education PreK-8th in 2020 from Temple University, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Honors College of Education. I have worked...
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Erin H.

Erin H Future Elementary/ Special Education Teacher

Philadelphia, PA

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$18/hr
I am a friendly and energetic future teacher. I can help in all elementary subject areas. I am available for tutoring, homework help, or online school help during the day. I am currently a senior Elementary Education and Special Education double major. I have just finished my student teaching semester in a 5th grade classroom...
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Kelly J.

Certified Elementary Special Education Teacher

Upper Darby, PA

2.0(0)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
I am PA certified in Elementary Education and Special Education. I am also Wilson Reading Level 1 certified. I am looking for an after-school tutoring job for some extra income.
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Merril Y.

Patient Dependable Caring

Claymont, DE

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$15/hr
I have worked as a volunteer literacy tutor for children and adults. I have worked with sick and well children. I don't have formal education training. My most rewarding times are with special needs children.
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Stephanie G.

Reading/English Tutor

Aston, PA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a full-time certified Special Education teacher as well as a certified Reading Specialist. I currently teach Special Education/Reading full-time but I open to part-time/summer work. Rates vary with service. Please message me if I can assist you.
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Moira P.

Certified Learning Consultant With Over 20 Years Experience.

Aston, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am an educational therapist and learning consultant who specializes in providing intensive individualized educational therapy and comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations that lead to diagnosis, recommendations and remediation of learning difficulties, challenges and disabilities. I have been in private practice since 1995...
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Carmela S.

Broomall, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a special education teacher in the Philadelphia area. I am looking for an after-school tutoring job to support my scholarship program. I have more than 20 years of teaching experience, mostly among a group of 4th to 8th grade students.
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Monica B.

Dedicated Educator Committed To Student Success

Aston, PA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
My name is Monica, and I am an 8th-grade Special Education and Math Learning Support teacher. I have been teaching at a local middle school for six years, helping students build confidence and develop their academic skills. I hold a master's degree in education and a bachelor's degree in psychology, which have given me a strong...
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Olivia M.

Tutoring Through Real Life

Gibbstown, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience tutoring and teaching chemistry, math, general science, and more. I have 7 years experience with young adults with special needs in a vocational program teaching life skills and gardening. I also have experience nannying multiple children; cooking, walking to adventures, crafts, games, stories, etc....
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Joy O.

Aston, PA

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$23/hr
2 years experience
I have a strong passion for education and years of experience tutoring students in math and science, including those in special education. I take pride in breaking down complex topics into simple, understandable steps and helping students build both their skills and confidence. I have worked with students of different learning...
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Emily L.

Tutor

Devon, PA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I have had many experiences working with children of all ages and varying abilities. I graduated from West Chester University with a degree in Early Grades Preparation as well as Special Education. For 5 years I taught Special Education in a Middle School. During the last two weeks of summer, I worked as an overnight camp...
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Katherine J.

Certifying 7-12 English Teacher To Be With Experience In Math, Science, And Elementary Education!

Philadelphia, PA

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$21/hr
2 years experience
My name is Katherine, and I'm so glad you found my profile! I've been on Care. com for 2 years as a nanny and am recently started my journey as a tutor on the app. This semester, I'm completing a Student Teaching assignment in Philly's Chinatown with multilingual middle school students. In May 2025, I'll be certified in 7-12...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $37.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Media, PA

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

Amy H.

We are very happy that we hired Amy to help our second grade son with his reading and writing. She is professional, knowledgeable and...

- Cassy M.

Kate O.

We were very happy with Kate as a tutor. I would definitely recommend her.

- Gina W.

Gail D.

Gail provided care for my grandmother for almost a year. My grandmother had Alzheimer's and lived with us. We felt like we found a gem in...

- Mary Cate O.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Media, PA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Media, PA is $37.00 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 Media, PA, 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 Media, PA, 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 Media, PA. 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 Media, PA, 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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