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Allison T.

Richmond, KY

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$18/hr
Hello! My name is Allison, and I'm passionate about helping students reach their academic goals. While I don't have formal paid tutoring experience, I've tutored peers throughout high school--both through school programs and independently--and love helping others gain confidence in their studies. I maintained excellent grades,...
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Elyssa R.

Richmond, KY

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$18/hr
Hi! I'm Elyssa, a patient and encouraging tutor specializing in Math and English for K-8 students. I tailor each session to fit your child's learning style and needs. I offer flexible scheduling and virtual lessons via Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Let's work together to help your child grow and succeed!
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Heidi R.

My Name Is Heidi , I Currently Working At An Elementary School In Special Education For FCPS

Lexington, KY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I like tutoring because I enjoy working with students and helping them grow I started tutoring in 2012 when I was teaching middle school One thing you should know about me is I am currently working in special education for FCPS My skills include breaking materials down into easier skills for students, having patience, working...
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Katy D.

Lexington, KY

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$10/hr
I am not a professional tutor but do have a degree in early childhood education. I have been trained in teaching and have over five years of experience working with children. I have a passion for learning and teaching to a child's specific needs and strengths. Once having a learning disability, I recognize the diversity in...
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Mayme E.

Tutoring

Nicholasville, KY

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have been a tutor for a preschool girl for a few years. I am also a tutor for a kindergartner and first grade boy right now.
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Lauren C.

Nicholasville, KY

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$35/hr
8 years experience
Hello! My name is Lauren! I have been working in education for 7 years and am a certified teacher currently teaching specifically education. I work with students with varying ability levels and exceptionalities and absolutely love it! I have done online tutoring and will tutor at a local library if we tutor in person. I can...
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Faith H.

Lexington, KY

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Hey! My name is Faith and I am a current teacher in Fayette County. I currently teach special education and have extensive experience working with students who have dyslexia, dysgraphia, epilepsy, math/reading disabilities, autism, and MMD. I love working with students who just need a different approach in education to help them...
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Shaina B.

Recent College Graduate For English Tutoring

Lexington, KY

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I recently graduated from the University of Kentucky this past May. I have my BA in Humanities (Philosophy) and minors in History and French. I specialize in English, Reading, and Writing comprehension. I am looking for a position before I attend law school next fall. I value education, and am more than happy to help with...
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Aastha B.

Tutor

Lexington, KY

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$30/hr
I have an 11-year-old and a 15-year-old brother and I've been caring for and tutoring them for free since they were children, so I can say I'm pretty experienced. My friends and parents always say that I'm great at teaching them schoolwork or anything else. When we meet, I'll tell you more about myself.
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Megan C.

Lexington, KY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Certified teacher with many years of experience teaching internationally, publicly, privately, in a homeschool setting, and working as a private tutor. Comfortable with all ages and skill levels, as well as students with special needs. Expertise in reading/addressing dyslexia.
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Presley F.

Lexington, KY

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$40/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Presley and I'm a 4th grade teacher here in Lexington! Are you looking for summer tutoring for your elementary aged student? Does your child need to maintain an educational schedule to be ready for the next school year? I am certified K-5 and here to help you student reach their goals! I have ample experience with...
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Samantha S.

Winchester, KY

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Along with nannying, I have had many families particularly asking for extra help with after school work. A lot of my nanny duties, along with that responsibility alone, included helping with homework, test prep, and making sure they UNDERSTAND. Along with this, I try and do plenty of home research to cater to each families...
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Riley T.

Lexington, KY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Having a long history in stem education. Mathematics, k-12 and college level calculus and algebra are the areas I excel. Along with general k-12 study's. Rather you need help with a specific topic/assignment or test prep (unit test, act, ap, sat, etc.) I have a variety of strategies for a multitude of students. All students...
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  • 13 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Richmond, KY

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Richmond, KY is $18.00 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 Richmond, KY, 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 Richmond, KY, 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 Richmond, KY. 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 Richmond, KY, 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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