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Kimberley K.

Turoring

Shelton, CT

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$29/hr
1 year experience
I have one plus years experience tutoring children in reading and language arts. I have over 25 years experience working in special education in public school as well as in private homes.
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Robin T.

Experienced Preschool Director and Teacher

Newtown, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
In addition to childcare experience, I have school-aged experience: I directed an after-school enrichment program for a local community center where I taught art classes, sewing, science, Legos, woodcraft, and cooking Monday through Fridays. On Saturdays, I have tutored elementary school students with reading, Language Arts,...
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Jessica O.

Loving Special Ed Teacher And Mom Of 4 Available For Tutoring

Newington, CT

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$40/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, compassionate, positive I like tutoring because it brings me joy to help others. I have two children who both have ADHD so I understand what it means to be patient and understanding as a mother and caregiver. I also practice these qualities as a special educator of young children. I'm...
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Liz J.

Middletown, CT

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$27/hr
Hi parents!! I'm a fun, energetic, 23-year-old!! for the past three years I worked at a special education school as a paraprofessional for high school students. I worked one on one with my students and taught them every subject! I'm currently completing my bachelors degree in special education.
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Gabriela W.

Rocky Hill, CT

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$26/hr
4 years experience
I am a state certified elementary school teacher and have four years of experience working with children from Pre-K to 6th grade. I have taught all subjects and have specialized certification in teaching reading and literacy. I also have special education and ESL certifications.
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Jess B.

Personalized Tutoring From A Certified Teacher Ready To Empower Through Personalized Support.

Terryville, CT

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$50/hr
3 years experience
I am a certified teacher with over 6 years of classroom experience in both general and special education settings. I hold certifications in Elementary Education (K-6) and Middle School English Language Arts (Grades 4-8). Currently, I work as a special education tutor at my local middle school, where I support students with...
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Kristin M.

Special Education Teacher Looking To Help You Succeed!

Branford, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I am currently a Special Education teacher in a local school district for grades K-4. I have taught in various school settings from early childhood through high school for the past five years. I have tutored students off and on since high school. I have completed Foundations of Reading Training. My strengths are reading, writing...
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Sophie Z.

Farmington, CT

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Retired math and special education teacher looking to continue helping students achieve their goals.
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Anastasia D.

Farmington, CT

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Anastasia, Stasia for short. I live in Farmington. I am 1 of 5 sisters. I have 2 nieces and 1 nephew who are 6, 3 and 1. I have a Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Fairfield University and certified to teach K-6th grade. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Sacred Heart University. I am...
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Sara H.

Elementary School Tutor

Plymouth, CT

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am a former Registered Behavior Technician of 5+ years. Here in Connecticut I worked in the Waterbury public schools (company hired). I was based in the special education program implementing ABA therapy and teaching the curriculum to the students. I am now in school for Speech Language Pathology. I am very comfortable and...
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Cynthia P.

Experience Counts- 22 Years Teaching 1st-7th Grade

Woodbury, CT

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I am adept at identifying needs in a student and adapting creative lesson plans to address those individual objectives. Individualized learning is most effective when students understand the purpose and can review progress intermittently. Learning can and should be motivating and fun!
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Timothy J.

Tim Joy - From Middletown CT

Middletown, CT

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$17/hr
Hello! My name is Tim. I'm 20 years old, and a junior at Rider University studying health sciences with an interest in physical therapy. Additionally, I'm in the honors program at Rider, and I'm a Division 1 collegiate swimmer. I'm also an Eagle Scout. Some fun facts about me: I have an identical twin brother, I took a nature...
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Lauren D.

Part Time Tutor Available

Newington, CT

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked in the public school systems for over 8 years. I assist students K-5 with reading and math. I have a background in working with the special education population as well as regular education students. I am trained in various reading programs as well as math programs. I have three children of my own in which all of...
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Sanela D.

Plainville, CT

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$45/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified elementary school teacher with extensive experience in teaching, tutoring, & childcare. I've spent over 10 years working with children in early childhood learning centers, afterschool programs, camp, private care & tutoring & as an elementary classroom teacher. I've worked my way up through different positions,...
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Alessandra A.

North Haven, CT

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$40/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My Name is Alessandra I have a master's degree in Education grades 1-6th with special education from Manhattanville college. I am a teacher! I have worked with various grades and 3 different schools. I love helping students become successful and confident in the classroom!
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Ashley M.

Experienced Teacher Available For Tutoring Services

Orange, CT

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$27/hr
9 years experience
Sped, ESL and elementary certified. 9 years of experience in education. Please reach out for more information.
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Maggie D.

Guilford, CT

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$30/hr
2 years experience
I have studied Special Education, and currently work as a 6th grade Special Education teacher. Previously, I worked as a para in New Haven for a first grade class. I have tutored 2 separate English Language Learners who were here for extended trips from China.
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Emily C.

Part-time Tutor, After School Babysitter Available

Guilford, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am currently within my 10th year of teaching elementary students ranging from grade 1 to grade 6. I am looking for part-time after school babysitting jobs, and date night jobs. I have many years of experience working with children of all ages, and have tutored for 3rd, 4th, and 6th grade students. I have my bachelor's degree...
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Nicole A.

Learn Smarter W/ Nicole! Build Skills, Not Just Grades!

New Haven, CT

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$27/hr
6 years experience
Hi I'm Nicole! I'm a passionate tutor specializing in English, History, Social Studies, Writing, Study Skills, and Elementary and Middle School level math. As a current American Studies and Human Rights major at Trinity College, I bring a deep understanding of literature, writing, and historical analysis to every session....
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Rachael T.

Summer / After-School Or Weekend Tutor

Branford, CT

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$50/hr
5 years experience
I am a certified elementary and special education (K-12) teacher. I have experience planning lessons for each student that are aligned to the child's interests and the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). I believe learning should be engaging and fun. I utilize research-based, multi sensory instructional approaches (e. g.,...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.67/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Prospect, CT

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Prospect, CT is $22.67 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 Prospect, CT, 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 Prospect, CT, 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 Prospect, CT. 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 Prospect, CT, 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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