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Laura J.

Portsmouth, VA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Greetings. We are a retired military family. I am certified to teach regular education K- 6 and Special Education K- 12. I began teaching students with learning disabilities and never left, as that is where my love and gifting is. My expertise is with struggling readers and writers. I do assessments to identify strengths and...

Ronny S. says "After 2 years of virtual learning from home I found my nephew was 2 years behind in school. Laura has given us an honest assessment of what she can and...

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Teacher & Tutor Pre-K - Elem.

Portsmouth, VA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Have tutored in homes and schools with pre-k to elementary aged students. Have experience teaching and currently teaching as well as a early childhood special education teacher. I am a highly qualified teacher with VA teaching endorsement. Have almost completed coursework as well to receive doctorate degree. Would love the...

Shawna K. says "I can't even begin to describe how overjoyed I am to have met this beautiful lady! From my first conversation with her I knew she would be the best fit....

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School General Subjects Tutor

Portsmouth, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
This past year, I have been working for Chesapeake Public Schools as a Special Education teacher's assistant for third graders. During this time, I have learned that I am able to work with students that have a range of personal challenges and social or educational difficulties. Even before I gained "real" teaching experience,...
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Portsmouth, VA

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$21/hr
Very passionate about what I do. I enjoy teaching others and watching my students excel. I live by the quote All things are possible once you put your mind to it
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Tutoring For Greatness!

Portsmouth, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grand rising, I have been tutoring children of all ages for 18 years, A Nanny for 18 years, and a natural body care provider for 10 years. I have a B. S. in Biology, I attended Life University in the D. C. program (Doctors of Chiropractic) as well as the Masters program for Sports Injury Management. I have a certification in...
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Virtual And In Person Tutor

Norfolk, VA

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$19/hr
I have been a certified teacher for 18 years, specializing in elementary education. I have extensive experience working with younger students, students with special education needs, gifted students, and speakers of other languages. I look forward to working with you.
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Very Part-Time Tutoring For Grades Kindergarten Thru Sixth.

Norfolk, VA

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$60/hr
10 years experience
I have a Bachelor's degree from Mary Baldwin College (dual majors of Political Science and Elementary Education). I also have graduate work in Special Education (emphasis on Learning Disabilities, and Behavioral/Emotional Issues). I've taught for 15 years (10 in elementary and 5 in middle school (English, Math, and History). I...
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Part-time Caregiver And School Aid

Chesapeake, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a Virginia-Licensed teacher and have co-taught English for 6th, 7th, and 12th grade. I am licensed in Special Education General Curriculum K-12. I have 5 years experience with adapting and modifying lessons to meet the needs of my students, teaching general content, remediating, and planning and conducting specially...
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Math & Science Tutor

Norfolk, VA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi. I am Eiwa. I am an educator with 10+ years of experience. My expertise is helping kids struggling with Math but I also work with other subjects (English, Reading, Science, and some History). I have worked with many students with Special Needs in the classroom and outside of the classrooms. Specially ADHD. I believe all kids...
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STEM & Technology Literacy Tutor

Chesapeake, VA

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$25/hr
9 years experience
I am a technology professional with 18 years of corporate experience, holding a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems and a Master's degree in Information Technology. I have a strong passion for helping children--particularly those in underserved communities--build confidence and strengthen foundational skills. I...
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Proud Educator!

Norfolk, VA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Love teaching children between the ages of 6-18 whether it is in the classroom as a teacher, tutor, or mentor. I believe that every child has the ability to learn and comprehend a subject as long as the right materials and instruction are given. I am patient, kind, and understanding of students that need extra tutoring.
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Academic Goofball

Norfolk, VA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I love science and can help with just about any subject. I love kids and would love to help. I'm very goofy so I'm sure we would have a lot of fun learning together.
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Norfolk, VA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
As a student that graduated high school at the age of 16, I can help your child reach the goal as necessary for their success. I have knowledge about majority of basic curriculum from elementary to high school. Testing prep is something I also specialize in.
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Norfolk, VA

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Hi! My name is Ashley, and I'm an honors Social Work major at Norfolk State University with extensive experience supporting elementary-aged children academically and developmentally. I specialize in reading, writing, and foundational math, and I have hands-on experience working with children with ADHD and autism. I've worked as...
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Norfolk, VA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I currently homeschool and work with autistic kids as a teacher assistant for homeschool plus. I have really enjoyed my time and will be soon taking a class for educational therapy through NILD. Teaching is my strength as it is essential for my 14yrs as a nurse to make sure patients understand their health conditions and medical...
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Norfolk, VA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
have two years of experience serving as a Special Education Teacher within Norfolk Public Schools, where I provide individualized instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs in elementary settings. My role includes developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), aligning instruction with...
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Language And Music Teacher

Norfolk, VA

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$13/hr
I am an enthusiastic, creative person with experience with ADD/ADHD students. I grew up with a earning disability, and am good at connecting with children. I speak French at a near fluent level. I also have three years of German. I am a classically trained bass guitarist proficient in jazz, and I can play the guitar. I am very...
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Norfolk, VA

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$15/hr
I am currently a pre-med college student with great work experience with teaching kids. From volunteering in schools and hospitals, working with kids as a coach for years, and currently working with students at ODU, I am ready to help your child!
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Norfolk, VA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Educator for 5+ years in 3 school systems. I support children 4-18 in all core subjects. I have a Social Work degree and experience providing social-emotional learning and support for a wide range of youth.
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Norfolk, VA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I'm a military-girlfriend new to the area looking for consistent work with a great family. Back in New York I worked as an elementary school teacher and hold degrees in early childhood, childhood, and special education. I love doing crafts, playing sports, and supervising kids as they play. I'm open to doing light housekeeping...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.20/hr as of May 2026

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

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Portsmouth, VA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Portsmouth, VA is $22.20 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 Portsmouth, VA, 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 Portsmouth, VA, 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 Portsmouth, VA. 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 Portsmouth, VA, 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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