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Cherish H.

Olympia, WA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I'm passionate about helping students unlock their full potential through personalized support. I have a college degree and one year of experience tutoring students in English, Art, Special Education, and Study Skills at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. I actively listen to students and vary my teaching strategies...
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Kara T.

Olympia, WA

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Every student possesses the ability to achieve their goals with the right support. I create an engaging and patient learning environment where we can build confidence and foster a love for learning. With a graduate degree and 30 years of experience, I actively listen and observe to adapt my teaching methods. I connect...
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Amanda C.

Tutor

Olympia, WA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello!! I'm Amanda, a 29-year-old Olympia native. I am a certified special education teacher with 8 years of experience working with students with exceptionalities. My history ranges from ELA and math support to social/emotional and executive functioning needs. I have a thorough understanding of IEPs and 504 plans and am happy...
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Lauren W.

Caring, Creative, And Very Experienced Tutor Available For Distance Sessions

Olympia, WA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a paraeducator currently working at the high school level with an MEd in Adult Education and a BA in Elementary Education. I have experience tutoring all grades from pre-K through 12, and with a variety of special needs. Subjects I have tutored include algebra, geometry, reading, writing, biology, history, english as a...
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Jessica M.

Experienced Teacher And Tutor

Olympia, WA

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$34/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced educator with a Master's Degree in Teaching English as a Second Language-TESOL and over a decade of teaching both in the U. S. and internationally. I specialize in English composition, ESL, and elementary-level subjects across the board. I also have hands-on experience supporting my two children through...
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Laraine C.

Specialist/Tutor

Olympia, WA

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$60/hr
10 years experience
Is something not clicking with your child's learning, but you're not sure quite what? Did online schooling disrupt their smooth acquisition of skills? I bring experience as a former elementary school teacher, turned certified vision therapist. I homeschooled my dyslexic and ADHD daughters with a phonics-based, Waldorf...
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Susanna K.

Nanny Or Tutor Available

Olympia, WA

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$19/hr
Hi! My name is Susanna, and I'm a certified educator with a Master's degree in Elementary Education and years of hands-on experience supporting students both in and out of the classroom. I've worked as a paraeducator, student teacher, and private tutor, helping students build confidence and skills in reading, writing, math, and...
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Reisha J.

Olympia, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I was an educational aide. I was a substitute teacher for 6+ years, Boys & Girls Club director and program director. I also have 10+ years experience with children's after school programs.
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Kennedy M.

Olympia, WA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello, my name is Kennedy, I am a 20-year-old college student at ASU looking for opportunities to make an impact for families. I have experience working with children with special needs and am confident in my ability to bring a fun, engaging learning environment straight to your home! If you think I may be a good fit please...
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Victoria P.

Patient & Supportive Tutor For All Ages - Reading, Writing, & More

Olympia, WA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
As a certified teacher with experience across multiple grade levels, I'm passionate about helping students grow in confidence and skill. I specialize in reading, writing, and language arts, but I can also support general homework help and study strategies. I aim to create a calm, encouraging learning environment where kids feel...
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Karina O.

Olympia, WA

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$19/hr
I'd describe my personality as relaxed, punctual and creative. My skills include organization, multitasking, problem-solving I'm a portrait and wedding photographer in Washington State
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Anna W.

Former Elementary School Teacher

Olympia, WA

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$22/hr
11 years experience
I am a certified kindergarten through 5th grade teacher with experience teaching English as a second language I have experience tutoring and managing tutors to support middle school students. I love working with students to identify their strengths and to grow in the areas of challenge. I am a skilled communicator. I am reliable...
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Anna J.

English Tutor

Olympia, WA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Experienced writing and reading tutor with 4 years of teaching in an elementary school. I look forward to working with you.
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Emily C.

Certified Teacher + Tutor

Olympia, WA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified teacher with 6 years of teaching experience and 10+ years of childcare and tutoring experience. I lived in Shanghai for three years where I tutored and taught children in a multilingual environment (my focus being English). I am most comfortable working with students ages 0-12, as this is my area of expertise...
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Brittany B.

Teacher Free For Summer

Olympia, WA

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$49/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have been an English language arts and reading teacher for 7 years. I have worked in an after school and summer fun program in the past. I am passionate about not only promoting literacy, but inspiring kiddos to want to write and read. Several of my past students have won poetry contests and created blogs for their writing. I...
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Clementine H.

Patient, Understanding, And Encouraging Tutor For Neurodivergent Children

Olympia, WA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Clementine and have tutored children before entering school, and while in school. I have experience in helping autistic children, children with ADHD, children with dyslexia, and children who have anxiety/PTSD. I have helped with various subjects, some being: reading, writing, spelling, counting, mathematics, science,...
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Catherine J.

Olympia, WA

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$17/hr
I am a successful college student. I take advanced classes and keep consistent A's. I have experience helping younger children and those with autism. I am also happy to offer beginning piano lessons.
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Stacey W.

Para Educator

Olympia, WA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I love working with kids! I was a teacher assistant at an amazing private Montessori school for 12 years and have been working as an elementary para educator for the last year and a half. Looking forward to working with your sweet kids ages 3-10!
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Sophia D.

Olympia, WA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I have one year of formal experience tutoring a fifth grader in math and English. I have an English Literature minor and a Psychology major at WWU. I have five years experience as an outdoor educator for preschool and school-aged children, with three years working in environmental studies, and 2 years in Mindfulness Lab...
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Lee D.

Certificated K-12 Teacher Available Afternoons And Weekends

Olympia, WA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am certificated to teach Elementary Education, Spanish, Bilingual Education, ESL, Social Studies and History. I have experience teaching math, English, reading comprehension, and the writing process. I have worked with students of all abilities and levels. I also have worked with adults to improve their English language...
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  • 34 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.25/hr as of November 2025

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

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Olympia, WA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Olympia, WA is $26.25 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 Olympia, WA, 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 Olympia, WA, 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 Olympia, WA. 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 Olympia, WA, 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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