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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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Katherine D.

Tutor and Private Lessons

Lake Grove, NY

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$30/hr
1 year experience
I am a certified elementary school teacher. I have taught second grade for the past 2 years. I also have experience tutoring children up to 6th grade in all subject areas.
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Carolyn R.

English Professor

Stony Brook, NY

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I was English professor at Farmingdale State College. My composition students learned to write well, edit, understand the process, and retain the information I provide. I always teach literature. The students in these classes read everything from Fitzgerald to Shakespeare, poetry, to novels. I have 17 years of experience. I have...
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Allyson W.

Coram, NY

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$16/hr
Hello, my name is Allyson. I am a junior in college. My best subjects are math and English. I do have a learning disability so I know a lot of learning strategies to use to help kids get through difficult problems. I have experienced babysitting so I am very good with kids. I think the most important thing is to realize how to...
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Debra K.

Teaching Love And Power Of Reading For All Ages.

Mount Sinai, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired NYS Mental Health Counselor and am certified as a NYS School Psychologist and Elementary School Teacher.
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Olivia P.

Ronkonkoma, NY

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$29/hr
I am looking to help students succeed in school subjects that they may be struggling with while still having fun!
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Allyssa S.

Middle Island, NY

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! I am thrilled that you stumbled upon my tutoring page. I am a teacher of 10+ years, currently working at a public school on the island. I love working with secondary school students and have had the most of my experience in this area. My certifications are English (Grades 5-12), Special Education (Grades 7-12) and...
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Danielle D.

27 Year Special Education Teacher

Mount Sinai, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I've been a special education teacher in an elementary school for the past 27 years. I love helping and watching children learn. I use my Wilson certification specifically to help children read.
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Peter R.

Peter R. Tutoring/Childcare Specialist

East Setauket, NY

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$32/hr
6 years experience
I am a 1st grade teacher in Hicksville. I work as the general education teacher in an ICT ( Integrated Co-Teaching ) classroom. This allows me to work with a diverse group of learners everyday, finding the best ways to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of every learner. My tutoring specializes in early literacy...
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Jean K.

Saint James, NY

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$70/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as flexible, kind and hard-working I like tutoring because I love supporting children, using my 20+ years of teaching experience to help them succeed. I'm looking for a job that is consistent and local I started tutoring when I began teaching over 20 years ago. I stopped for several years while I...
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Karin F.

Experienced Tutor Available

Medford, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been teaching and tutoring English and Writing at the college level for 20 years. Individualized instruction is the most effective way to teach, and I love to tutor. I can help anyone become a better writer and speaker. I have taught a diverse group of students from all over the world with honor and respect. I have...
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Meadow L.

Selden, NY

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$31/hr
1 year experience
I'd love to learn more about your child's academic goals and how I can help support their success. I have a strong educational background and a patient, encouraging approach to tutoring. Whether your child needs help catching up or wants to get ahead, I focus on building confidence while making learning engaging and effective....
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Sydney K.

Centereach, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Sydney! I'm a certified social studies teacher (7-12) and currently pursuing my master's degree in teaching English as a second language. (K-12) I'm super patient, kind, and have extensive experience working with children. I can help students of all ages with homework, as I'm a certified teacher with a strong...
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Jessica A.

Lake Grove, NY

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$30/hr
8 years experience
HI, I'M JESSICA! I AM A DEDICATED SECOND-GRADE TEACHER AT NATHANIEL WOODHULL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN THE WILLIAM FLOYD SCHOOL DISTRICT. I HAVE YEARS OF EXPERIENCE TEACHING, FIRST. SECOND, AND FIFTH GRADE.
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Bonnie S.

Centereach, NY

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Hello there! I am a certified elementary Teaching Assistant. I have experience working with many types of children, including special needs students and allergy sensitive children (I am Epi-Pen certified!). When I am not helping students, I am painting, playing guitar, or writing blogs for an independent magazine. I have a...
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isabella P.

Nesconset, NY

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$31/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm bella, a patient, passionate tutor dedicated to helping students build confidence, improve their skills, and achieve academic success. I have 2 years of tutoring experience working with students from 1st-8th grade and I specialize in math and test prep. My approach is supportive, engaging, and tailored to each student's...
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Emily B.

Ronkonkoma, NY

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$31/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm an experienced educator and Certified English Teacher for grades 5-12 and Special Education K-12. I work in Sayville Public Schools and have a passion for helping students succeed. I've worked as both a substitute teacher and a TA, so I know how to balance schedules and keep learning fun, organized, and stress-free....
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Jessica C.

Tutor

Centereach, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I am a certified elementary teacher for students in grades in 1-6. I have experience tutoring peers throughout my academic career. I have a vast knowledge of NYS Learning Standards and a plethora of learning techniques and strategies.
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Nidhi S.

Fun Tutor And Engaging Educator

Ronkonkoma, NY

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I am a recent graduate from Stony Brook University and I have 5+ years of private tutoring experience! I make lessons personalized, engaging, and make sure students remain on schedule with lessons being taught in school or online. I am extremely organized, patient, outgoing, and energetic, and love teaching!
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Kaylin R.

Tutor For Grades Kindergarten - 8

Middle Island, NY

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$29/hr
1 year experience
I am a verified tutor and major in childhood education in university with a minor in history. I can tutor in elementary-junior high school levels. I am patient when working with children and can accommodate special needs. I love teaching children and seeing the lightbulb go off when I've taught something valuable. I'm looking...
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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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