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Melanie B.

Ridgewood, NJ

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$27/hr
First grade teacher looking to tutor on summer break. Teach all core subjects and willing to come To your home
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Kristin M.

Tutor Specializing In All Subjects Pre-K-12 Certified SAT/ACT

Clifton, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Kristin and I am a fifth grade teacher with the Local Board of Ed. I have a Master's in Elementary Education and Special Education. I started tutoring several years ago and have had a proven track record of success. Many children need more time to take in new information and do not process it "right away" like others...

Mayra R. says "She is very patient with my kids and is always on time."

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Vinai S.

Tutor (Test Prep Specialist)

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
With two masters degrees, over 30 years of teaching and tutoring science and math courses, nominations for the prestigious Princeton University Distinguished Teacher Award, and an easy to understand way of teaching difficult concepts, I offer a tailor-made teaching style to serve a wide range of high school and college students....

Zahid S. says "My son, a Rutgers student, needed help in Chemistry so I ended up posting a job for a tutor and am I glad Mr. S. applied and contacted me. My son failed...

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Gail F.

Committed To Students Academic Success! College Professor & Tutor Available Full Time.

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$98/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I've been tutoring for 15yrs. I have a graduate degree in business Economics l, a JD/PhD in Education Law and I am a professor of business. I believe in the success of students and have tutored in a variety of subjects, including SAT/ACT prep, ISEE, LSAT, GRE, SHSAT, SSAT, GMAT, English, math, business, economics, science,...

Care Member says "Dr. Gail is First and foremost, possesses a deep understanding of subject matter reading, prep testing, business, reading comprehension, and is able to...

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Stephanie P.

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi families! I am currently a Kindergarten teacher and I have been teacher for three years now.

Jaclyn J. says "I hired Stephanie as a tutor to help me with my Spanish over the summer. She was excellent! She always was on time and came prepared to our sessions. I...

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Lauren M.

Lauren M- Teacher From Bloomfield, NJ!

Wayne, NJ

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! My name is Lauren and I am a certified K-6 Elementary Teacher who currently teaches Fourth Grade. I have worked with students with a wide range of learning abilities, as well as ESL learners. Not only am I an educator, but I am also a trusting role model and peer for students.

Alexis P. says "Lauren recently helped tutor my 8 year old in reading and she was great! Super knowledgeable and patient and my son loved her!"

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Alexandra R.

Babysitter & Tutor

Clifton, NJ

5.0(0)
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$24/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hey everyone my name is Alex, I enjoy helping children learn and engage their minds. I have experience helping elementary school children during Covid with online learning.
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Paul J.

Bergenfield, NJ

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$45/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced special education teacher (25 years experience, elementary, middle school and high school) with certifications in special education, elementary education, social studies, and learning disabilities teacher consultant. I am looking to tutor after school. I have taught students of all ages and have experience...
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Julianne D.

Dedicated And Enthusiastic Tutor

Wayne, NJ

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a fun, energetic, enthusiastic, and a reliable tutor. I have 5+ years of tutoring experience for various students in grades K-5. I am currently a kindergarten special education teacher in Montvale, NJ. I love teaching children and having them reach their fullest potential. I incorporate many differentiated...
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Kaite O.

Online Tutor

Park Ridge, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Looking for a summer job from mid June to the end of July I have helped students ranging from grades kindergarten to fifth grade. I enjoyed every minute of watching students understand subjects they have a hard time in. I have my Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education and Special Education and a minor in English. I am a NJ...
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Allison K.

Nanuet, NY

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$20/hr
I have been involved in one-on-one tutoring through my fieldwork at Marist College. I am a certified teacher in Elementary Education and Special Education grades 1-6 and work as a teaching assistant at a local elementary school, while attending graduate school.
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Maryssa M.

Totowa, NJ

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hi! My name is Maryssa and I am a 25-year-old high school English teacher. I have been a teacher for 3 years now and am very passionate about teaching. I have a bachelor's degree in English Literature Education (K-12) and a minor in Special Education. I would love to work with your child after school or during summers to further...
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Melissa M.

Tutor

Westwood, NJ

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$40/hr
3 years experience
I am currently a middle school language arts teacher for students with emotional disabilities and autism. I have taught in this school for 3 years now. My first year I taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade all subjects, my second year I taught 4th, 5th and 6th grade all subjects, and I am currently teaching 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade...
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Claire P.

4th Grade Teacher

Township of Washington, NJ

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$75/hr
7 years experience
Hello! I graduated from the University of Delaware with a major in elementary education and special education. I am a fourth grade teacher, and have tons of experience working with students of all ages!
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Angelina D.

New Milford, NJ

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$28/hr
I am currently a rising Junior studying Secondary Education and English major at Boston College. Having worked with children throughout high school and now undergoing student teaching at my university, I have such a strong passion for teaching. Taking classes involving special education and reading strategies, I would love to...
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Mary Beth B.

Orton Gillingham And Language Arts Tutor

Dumont, NJ

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$75/hr
10 years experience
I am a former teacher of the year for the Dumont School District. I hold an MBA, an MST and I completed the Orton Gillingham certification program through the Masons in Tenafly, NJ. I currently teach Orton Gillingham to first and second graders as well as replacement ELA (resource room) to students in grades 6-8 (I am certified...
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Kimberli M.

Terrific Tutor

Pearl River, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience. I have worked as a special education math and science teacher for 10 years. I am certified in grades 1-6 in childhood and special education and math from grades 1-9.
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Mia P.

Franklin Lakes, NJ

1.0(0)
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$75/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Mia and I am K-6 Elementary Education Teacher with a certification for Special Education. I have my Masters Degree and I am a 2nd/3rd grade special education teacher this year. I am Orton-Gillingham Certified and available after school hours for tutoring as well as throughout the summer for reinforcement for all...
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Ranee C.

Tutoring/child Care

Clifton, NJ

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a Special Educator working as a SETTS provider small group instruction in a parochial school setting. Additionally I would be interested in working part time evenings and weekend hours providing childcare/tutoring services for families with children! Please feel free to reach out to me. Thanks!
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Nicholas C.

Experienced Principal Offering Tutoring

Orangeburg, NY

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$125/hr
10 years experience
Tutoring & Academic Coaching by Nicholas C , Ed. S. I am an experienced educator, former principal, leadership coach, and curriculum developer with over a decade of expertise in teaching and academic support. As the founding principal of a high-performing charter school, I have developed strategies that enhance learning for all...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Ridgewood, NJ

Special Needs Tutors in Ridgewood, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs tutors

Kristin M.

She is very patient with my kids and is always on time.

- Mayra R.

Vinai S.

My son, a Rutgers student, needed help in Chemistry so I ended up posting a job for a tutor and am I glad Mr. S. applied and contacted me....

- Zahid S.

Gail F.

Dr. Gail is First and foremost, possesses a deep understanding of subject matter reading, prep testing, business, reading comprehension,...

- Care member

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Ridgewood, NJ

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Ridgewood, NJ is $27.00 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 Ridgewood, NJ, 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 Ridgewood, NJ, 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 Ridgewood, NJ. 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 Ridgewood, NJ, 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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