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Kelly J.

Miss Kelly

Melrose, MA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
My name is Kelly and I am a special education teacher. I have my bachelors degree in psychology and my masters in elementary education and special education. My experience in the classroom extends to 6 years and my experience with childcare extends to 8 years. Helping my students meet their academic, social, behavioral,...
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Sheila F.

College Essay Tutor

Melrose, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a teacher, certified in History and English in the state of Massachusetts. I have been teaching for 12 years at the high school level. I graduated from Stonehill College with a bachelor degree in English. I graduated from Eastern Nazarene College with a master degree in Secondary Education. I currently am working with...
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Samantha B.

Elementary Educator Seeking Parting Tutoring Jobs

Melrose, MA

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$50/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a licensed elementary teacher. For the last seven years, I have taught middle grades ranging from 4th to 6th. I am currently a theater arts grad student at Emerson College.
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Craig R.

Health & Wellness / Athletics / Coach / Mentor / & Proud Funcle Fun+Uncle)

Melrose, MA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Throughout my life, I've been fortunate to have had several coaches and teachers who left a lasting impact on me. I am grateful for their influence, and I am committed to doing the same for today's youth. I believe that paying it forward and contributing value to the community is essential to living a fulfilling life.
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Brendan M.

Expert ESL/ESOL Tutor | Language Coach | Communication Specialist

Melrose, MA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Looking to improve your English skills for work, academics, or everyday communication? With over a decade of experience in ESL education and program development, I offer engaging, tailored lessons designed to meet your unique language learning needs. As a former ESL Program Coordinator and Educator at Boston Public Schools, I...
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Kelly M.

Special Education Teacher

Brighton, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been teaching Special Education at the Elementary school level for two years and LOVE working with children. I am looking for some extra work over the summer while school is out.

Dorothy P. says "I hired Kelly to assist me with improving my child's reading skills over the summer. Kelly was personable and competent. My child looked forward to their...

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Beth K.

Tutoring Available

Arlington, MA

5.0(1)
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$80/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated tutor who loves working with kids. I am an elementary school special education teacher in Concord. While I currently work with fourth grade students I also have extensive experience tutoring students from kindergarten through sixth grade. I am about to finish my 21st year at my school.

Heather B. says "Beth has worked with one of my son's for the last several years. He has dyslexia and actually Beth was the first person to figure out what his reading...

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Justine J.

MSN

South Boston, MA

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
I am a former teacher and higher ed professional with 12 years experience. I have a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education and Psychology and a Masters in Special Education. I had experience as a TA and tutor in biology and statistics.
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Lauren P.

English Tutor, Reading/literacy Tutor

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience
I am an individual with a Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology who is looking to tutor in the areas of reading comprehension, writing, and spelling after school hours or early evenings.? I have previous experience working with children of all ages in a variety of settings. I am an active and outgoing individual...

Maria P. says "Lauren is really great, she learned more specifically about J.'s needs before she started. She really tries to connect and find topics to work on that...

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Molly K.

Tutor

Cambridge, MA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
Last year, I was a Kindergarten teacher, focusing on foundational reading and math skills and social and emotional learning.
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Marie H.

Somerville, MA

5.0(0)
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$75/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there! I am a former teacher with 6 years of professional teaching experience in grades 3-12, mostly in special education settings. I am available weekday evenings and weekends to tutor the following subjects: -K-8 Reading, Writing, Math -Pre Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry -Essay writing -SAT/ACT/GED...
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Julia L.

Part-time Tutor Available

Cambridge, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
I'm a researcher at MGH. I'm 27 years old and graduated from 2021 with a degree in psychology and biology, and will start my clinical psych doctorate this summer. I have experience tutoring both elementary and middle schoolers in subjects including English, ESL, Science, Psychology, and Math. Additionally, I have extensive...
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Ouarida B.

Nurturing Fun And Empowering Young Minds

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
As the firstborn on my mom's side and the oldest of over 50 cousins, I was practically born as a babysitter! I also have a kid brother who is the light of my life; I was 11 when he was born and had a very hands-on role in raising him, giving me a sincere appreciation for the work you all do as parents. Professionally, I was the...

Care Member says "We cannot speak highly enough of Ouarida's exceptional babysitting services for our son. From the moment she stepped into our home, it was evident that...

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Lisa M.

ELA Specialist. College Selection Coach..

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$75/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am in BOSTON I have a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction. My teaching experience is as follows: 3 Northeastern University as an Adjunct Lecturer in the Law Department; 4 years in Boston Public Schools grades 6-12 ELA, volunteer as ELL, and currently part-time in Special Ed. I love teaching, especially reading and writing....

Care Member says "I am so happy with Lisa as my daughter’s tutor. She is kind, patient, and very knowledgeable. She really helped improve My daughter's reading and...

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Betty L.

Educated And Creative Tutor, Sitter, And Social Coach

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I am an educated and creative person with a good sense of humor living in downtown Boston. Growing up I loved baby sitting in the summers and working in the church nursery and Sunday school. I have 10+ years experience working with children of various ages including teaching communication skills to adults with autism. While...

Kelli S. says "Betty worked for me for about 2 years, she is punctual, has excellent customer service, excellent people skills, connects well with others. She is...

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Lizzy B.

Brighton, MA

4.9(1)
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$70/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 22 families in your area
15 Years of Tutoring Experience / Tutor of All Ages / Mentor / Academic Coach Hello there! I've been a tutor for 15 years and have worked with kids and young adults of all ages. I'm an expert at figuring out where the issues lie, setting up a plan of action, and of course making sure that every lesson is fun and educational!...

Karen B. says "Liz has changed my daughter's academic life! My 11th grader has ADHD and a learning disability and has always really struggled in school. She started...

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Katie K.

Tutor

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
4 years experience
I am an elementary teacher. I am certified to teach in Massachusetts for grades 1-6 in elementary education, Reading to all levels K-12 in Massachusetts and English as a Second Language. I am a reading specialist in Milton. I have two masters degrees in elementary education and reading.

Melissa P. says "I met Katie when she was completing her student teaching practicum at the school where I am employed. She worked alongside a very talented second grade...

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Kelly B.

Social Skills, Behavior Goals, Organizational Coach Tutor Available After School Evenings Or Weekends

Salem, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified school psychologist. I have experience assisting students in reaching social, emotional, and behavioral goals.
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Katherine M.

Professional And Loving Caregiver

Chelsea, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello! This is Katherine, a native Spanish speaker, I have 2 bachelor's degrees in childhood and preschool, I have worked with children from newborn to 15 years old, I have also taken courses at Yale University on the ABCs of parenting and at Stanford on child nutrition It will be a pleasure to help you with the care of your...

Care Member says "She is so sweet and professional."

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Chelsea M.

Early Childhood/Special Needs Tutor Available

Somerville, MA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I am a licensed Special Educator. I am trained in behavior and social-emotional learning as well as academics. I am strongest with grades k-3 literacy and math. I am available for daytime tutoring in the summer.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $34.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Melrose, MA

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

Kelly M.

I hired Kelly to assist me with improving my child's reading skills over the summer. Kelly was personable and competent. My child looked...

- Dorothy P.

Beth K.

Beth has worked with one of my son's for the last several years. He has dyslexia and actually Beth was the first person to figure out what...

- Heather B.

Lauren P.

Lauren is really great, she learned more specifically about J.'s needs before she started. She really tries to connect and find topics to...

- Maria P.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Melrose, MA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Melrose, MA is $34.00 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 Melrose, MA, 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 Melrose, MA, 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 Melrose, MA. 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 Melrose, MA, 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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