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Elizabeth F.

Experienced Elementary Special Educator Seeking Summer Tutoring Position

Palatine, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hello, and thank you for viewing my profile! My name is Beth, and I'd love to tutor your child. I'd describe my personality as fun, engaging, and consistent. When it comes to experience, I have had 3 years of tutoring experience in the past, and I have been an elementary special education teacher for the past 13 years. Don't...
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Chloe B.

Palatine, IL

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$23/hr
6 years experience
As a special education teacher at a charter school in Rogers Park, Chicago, I taught and co-taught a wide range of core subjects as well as elective courses. SPED teachers are truly jack-of-all-trades, adapting to meet the diverse academic and learning needs of students across subjects. These experiences have strengthened my...
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Stephanie B.

Certified K-12 Spanish Teacher

Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I am currently a full time high school Spanish teacher and native speaker of Spanish. I am a dual citizen of the U. S and Spain, and am comfortable tutoring students of all ages and all ability levels. In addition to a Spanish education degree, I also hold a degree in music. I am also comfortable tutoring with anything English...
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Olivia H.

Tutor

Palatine, IL

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Hi Everyone, My name is Olivia. I have over 3 years of experience in tutoring and mentorship. I have worked with kids as young as second grade through high school courses. I have worked in all types of environments with a variety of children at different learning levels. I have a background in early childhood development and...
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Kurtis H.

Elementary School Teacher

Palatine, IL

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$30/hr
2 years experience
I am a special education & intervention teacher. I have experience working 1:1 and in small groups with students in the area of elementary-level reading, writing, and math (I can help with history, science, and STEM). I work to make learning accessible to all students while having fun. I graduated from Illinois State...
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Lindsay O.

Certified Teacher

Palatine, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I am a certified special education teacher. I have experience teaching subjects at the elementary and junior high level. I have tutored elementary, middle, and high school aged students with and without disabilities. I can also help students with functional skills.
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Rebecca B.

Teacher

Palatine, IL

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I am a certified special education teacher. I also have my masters in curriculum and instruction with an ESL endorsement. I am looking to help your child reach their fullest potential! I have experience teaching elementary school for 2 years and Jr. high for 5 years.
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Jennie K. - Skokie, IL

Palatine, IL

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Greetings! I am a passionate, creative and dedicated certified teacher with 5 years of experience in the public schools. I want to make a difference by supporting students with their learning, and especially with the unique challenges that this coming school year may present given our unprecedented times. I am currently stepping...
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Erica P.

Elementary Teacher Who Loves Making Learning FUN!

Palatine, IL

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$50/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a full time Elementary School Teacher currently teaching 5th grade. I am seeking additional employment as a part time tutor in the evenings and on weekends. I'm passionate about helping all students reach their fullest academic potential! I specialize in helping students take the educational risks necessary to learn. I have...
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Audrey W.

Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hi there! My name is Audrey and I am a junior at Illinois State University studying Elementary Education with an ESL Endorsement. I am passionate about helping students succeed academically, emotionally, and socially, and I'd be honored to help your child reach their fullest potential! I have experience tutoring a variety of...
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Tyesha P.

Streamwood, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Educated helping service professional with experience in human service settings and management. History of establishing rapport and building leadership that motivates those around me. Striving to make a positive impact on others by continuing to be an active influencer in my community. Specializing in Elementary Aide for...
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Jack M.

Tutor

Des Plaines, IL

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$60/hr
8 years experience
My name is Jack and I'm an elementary special education teacher/literacy intervention specialist in Niles, Illinois. Throughout my seven years as an educator, I have worked with children of all ages with learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I specialize in providing personalized instruction in math,...
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Wendy K.

Deerfield, IL

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I have a masters degree in Education from National University. I am certified to teach k-8. I founded and wrote curriculum for an after school enrichment program. Experience tutoring, substitute teaching, and classroom teaching. Vast experience with special needs students. Finally, I am skilled in designing and implementing...
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Annie W.

Schaumburg, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I worked with students ages 5-12 and helped teach math, science, writing, and reading. While working in a general education classroom, I focused much of my attention on students with disabilities. I also worked as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom during the summer. In this time I worked with students aged 13...
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Judie K.

Certified Learning Specialist With 26 Plus Years Experience With Elementary And Middle School Curriculum.

Arlington Heights, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
While I taught in the public schools as a special education teacher for 26 years, I worked with students from first through 8th grade in all subject areas. In addition, I have tutored students from first through 9th grade for over 30 years.
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Ann W.

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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Brittany R.

Tutor

Roselle, IL

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$30/hr
6 years experience
I am seeking a flexible tutoring position over the summer. I have been an elementary school teacher the last 6 years, serving as a 2nd grade teacher for four years and two years as a special-education resource teacher for grades 2-3. I have my early-childhood education license with an endorsement in ESL and special education....
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Melissa J.

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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Victoria S.

Roselle, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a full time teacher, part time tutor & babysitter. I am licensed to teach 1-6th grade general education in all subjects as well as k-22 years old for special education. I specialize in reading, English as a second language and behavioral needs. Hope to hear from you soon!
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Coro H.

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$25/hr
I am a licensed Elementary and Special Education teacher. I currently teach grades 1, and 5. I am licensed to teach grades 1-6. I am most comfortable tutoring in Math.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.60/hr as of June 2025

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

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Palatine, IL

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Palatine, IL is $27.60 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 Palatine, 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 Palatine, 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 Palatine, 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 Palatine, 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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