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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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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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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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Vinai S.

Tutor (Test Prep Specialist)

Hackensack, NJ

5.0(1)
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$46/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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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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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced teacher (10 years experience, elementary, middle school and high school) with certifications in special education, elementary education, and social studies. I am looking to tutor after school. I have taught students of all ages and have experience with many disabilities. Currently, I am teaching fourth grade...
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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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Olivia N.

Highly Qualified Tutor

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

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$30/hr
8 years experience
I have been private tutoring students since I was in High School as well as being a Special Education Teacher and creating individualized lesson plans for students with various needs.
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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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Kristine C.

Soecial Education Teacher

Pearl River, NY

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I have been working as a Special Education Teacher for 19 years. I specialize in elementary school aged children and will tutor all subjects if needed. I am also a cheerleading coach in Rockland County.
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Amanda G.

Tutoring/In-Home Instruction

Northvale, NJ

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$30/hr
6 years experience
I am currently a third grade teacher. I am looking for summer work once the school year ends. I would be happy to work with your child. I am certified in both elementary education and special education with a major in English. I am currently working on my Masters in Education as well.
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Alyssa C.

Engaging, Effective Tutor With Over 15 Years Of Teaching Experience

River Edge, NJ

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$100/hr
10 years experience
My name is Alyssa and I would love to support your child in achieving their academic goals. With over 15 years of teaching experience, I am a certified educator in both general and special education. My extensive background and training in researched based literacy instruction allows me to tailor reading lessons to each...
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Jenna C.

After-school Tutor

Hawthorne, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hi! My name is Jenna. I have expertise in online Classroom, video call , Drive, Docs and other applications for remote learning. I've been working with children and teaching for over 8 years. Currently, I am a 2nd grade teacher and work with students with special needs. I enjoy, spending time in nature, doing yoga, likes to...
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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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Amanda M.

Nanuet, NY

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$28/hr
I am currently a NYS certified teaching assistant working in a public special education school. I am also currently working towards my masters in special education prek-12 th grade and childhood education 1-6. I am available for all tutoring needs as I have experience with students of all ages and all subjects.
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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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Alison C.

English/Language Arts/Literature Tutor

Hackensack, NJ

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$55/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I taught upper grade English (including Honors and Special Education) for 10 years, and I am now a SAHM with 2 toddlers. I'm looking to tutor in the afternoons/evenings and can help with reading, writing, grammar, presentations/projects, college essays, and more! I have great experience assisting students in building the...
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Siwoo K.

Wayne, NJ

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Hi there! I'm a cheerful and dedicated elementary ESL teacher with a Master's degree in Education and certification in Special Education. I love helping young learners grow in confidence and find joy in learning English. With years of experience in the classroom, I know how to make lessons fun, engaging, and just right for each...
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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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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

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

Stephanie P.

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...

- Jaclyn J.

Gail F.

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

- Care member

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.

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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