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Bridget Y.

Summer Tutor

Port Jefferson, NY

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$30/hr
Hi my name is Bridget! I am a graduate student at Long Island University working towards degrees in Childhood Education and Students with Disabilities. I currently work in a special education classroom. I have a passion for learning and am determined to help your child succeed.
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Pam M.

Experienced Tutor Flexible Schedule

Port Jefferson, NY

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I am a NYS certified special education teacher. I have experience working with many age, grade, and levels of ability. I have a masters in educatiion with a emphasis in literacy. I have had training with Writer's. Wiorkshop which is a writing program from Columbia University. I enjoy helping students meet their highest...
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Ursula U.

Port Jefferson, NY

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Ursula and I am TEFL certified to teach English to speakers of foreign languages. I can teach reading, writing, and spelling. I have 5 years experience. I am patient and I enjoy helping others learn. My schedule is flexible! Let me know when you would like to start your learning journey!
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Andrew B.

Tutor Available

Miller Place, NY

5.0(0)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Andrew. I am a Fifth Grade Teacher in a Nassau County School District. I have been a teacher for 19 years and I have taught Kindergarten, First Grade and 5th grade. I have been tenured in both school districts that I work in. (Suffolk and Nassau). I specialize in working with children in grades pre-k through 6. My...
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Brianna C.

Tutoring

Coram, NY

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Brianna! I hold a master's degree in social work from Stony Brook University and work full-time as a social worker. I provide evening and weekend tutoring for children, assisting with test preparation, homework, and class materials. My approach is patient and encouraging, helping students build skills, confidence, and...
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Nelly I.

Certified Home Tutor

East Setauket, NY

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified teacher with over 10 years of experience of tutoring. My certification is in Social Studies for grades 7 to 12. I have experience in helping students study for and successfully pass the NY State Regents history exams. As a certified teacher, I have already completed the necessary background checks.

Care Member says "Over the last year, Nelly successfully navigated my daughter through three college courses. Throughout the months of zoom lessons and virtual...

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Charissa P.

Special Education Problem Solver

Coram, NY

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$35/hr
2 years experience
I have 5 years of teaching experience with the Department of Education. I have M. A in Dual Education(Grades 1-6) which targets childhood education including special needs students. I am currently a Special Ed teacher in Central Islip. I would like to support students at home struggling with specific content areas.
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Amanda S.

Certified Elementary And Special Education Teacher Who Loves To Tutor

Mount Sinai, NY

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$40/hr
5 years experience
Welcome! My name is Amanda. I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I have taught and tutored students with and without disabilties in grades K-6 for five years. I truly believe that all students have unique strengths and needs. As a tutor, I run my sessions based on this belief and the students' individual...
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Lisa D.

Special Education Teacher

East Setauket, NY

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hello.. I am a special education teacher since 2004. I have taught multiple subjects throughout the years, however, my specialty is English and reading. I also have a 20-year-old w special needs, so I understand how to differentiate, adapt and teach in many different ways.
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Caroline B.

Graduate Student With Teaching Experience!

Rocky Point, NY

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I am a psychology doctoral graduate student, currently holding an MA degree. I have experience in education courses and previous tutoring, as well as teaching courses. I am qualified in math, reading, writing, and science! Went to a quality high school in NY (rated top 100 school in nation) and graduated Summa Cum Laude from...
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Stephanie N.

Teaching Assistant Looking For Summer Work

Farmingville, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
During the school year I work as a teaching assistant. I have experience working with the general education population and also with special needs children. I tutor in math and reading but can also tutor in other subjects up to 5th grade. I am available M-F after 4, and also on weekends.
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Kristine W.

Tutoring & Lessons

Selden, NY

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$50/hr
3 years experience
I am a certified elementary teacher, special education teacher, and literacy specialist. I have worked as a reading teacher, substitute teacher, and a teaching assistant. I have many years of experience working with children. I have tutored for many children of various ages. My responsibilities have ranged from helping with...
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Emily H.

Coram, NY

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$35/hr
2 years experience
I have 5 years of experience working in an elementary school and have been tutoring students for two years. I am a certified general education and special education teacher.
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Amanda P.

Elementary Tutoring- Virtual And In Person Sessions

Farmingville, NY

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$65/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as creative, determined, and accommodating. I enjoy tutoring because it allows me to exercise my creativity while simultaneously helping students gain confidence and acquire new skills that will lead to educational success. I'm searching for a role that allows me to work with elementary (special...
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Brianna M.

Sound Beach, NY

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$29/hr
Hi! I'm a sophomore at Molloy University, majoring in Special Education and Childhood Psychology, and I'm offering tutoring services this summer as I work on gaining more hands-on experience in the field. I have a strong interest in supporting students from kindergarten through 6th grade, especially in areas like history/social...
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Lauren Z.

Miller Place, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
With 12 years elementary classroom experience, I provide personalized tutoring to help my students thrive in the classroom! Through different learning approaches, I hope for my students to gain confidence in the classroom.
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Arianna R.

Coram, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I'm here to help with all your tutoring needs! I have previously taught preschool both special education and general Ed and am now with school age children. I have experienced tutoring many subject areas, doing test prep and helping prepare students for the beginning of the year.
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Samantha S.

Teaching, Tutoring, & Child Care

Holtsville, NY

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$50/hr
3 years experience
Certified teacher with credentials in California. Currently in graduate school studying TESOL and Bilingual Education. I specialize in tutoring/teaching literacy, ESL, Spanish, and Art. 3+ years of teaching experience and 5+ years of tutoring experience. I usually work with Pre-K through 6th grade.
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Felicia C.

Licensed Teacher

Mount Sinai, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired Elementary school teacher who holds a Masters degree in Elementary Education certified for N-6 . I also have a Masters in Music Education N-12 and many years of experience with each grade level. I live in Rocky Point and have a flexible schedule. A little one on one help can make a world of difference .
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Leah S.

Medford, NY

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Leah, and I'm a dedicated, patient, and passionate tutor with over 12 years of experience working with children in a variety of educational settings. I've served as a lead teacher, nanny, and early childhood educator, helping students of all ages build confidence and achieve their academic goals. I specialize...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $36.67/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Port Jefferson, NY

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Port Jefferson, NY is $36.67 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 Port Jefferson, NY, 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 Port Jefferson, NY, 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 Port Jefferson, NY. 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 Port Jefferson, NY, 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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