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Michelle A.

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I currently hold a degree in psychology with a specialization in psychiatry, concentration in pre-medicine and mathematics minor. I also have a Masters in Biomedical Sciences. As of now, I am currently working on my Masters in Clinical Psychology Counseling Practice. I have worked as an ABA therapist for children that are on...
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Gwen P.

Future Teacher Ready To Tutor!

Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I specialize in teaching math, language arts, art, and music of different forms. I work as an RBT, doing therapy for kids on the spectrum, so I am fluent in natural teaching methods especially for those who are younger or may have special needs.
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Guadalupe L.

Chicago, IL

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$23/hr
2 years experience
I currently work for Chicago Public Schools as a Sped. Classroom Assistant and have been working for CPS for four years now. I currently work in early childhood education and I think it's one of the most exciting and rewarding from all the age groups I've worked with, but I also worked with second and fourth grade students. I...
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Anna G.

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
I've been teaching as a lead and assistants in a variety of schools. I am proficient in tutoring all subjects.
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Erika J.

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I'm currently an 11th grade physics teacher in the Chicago Public School system. I've planned curriculum and written IEPs in my experience working with students with disabilities. In addition to teaching students with disabilities I also have supported students that are learning English as a second language. As a native Spanish...
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Kendall B.

Elmhurst, IL

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$25/hr
Hi! I am new to tutoring however I have been a nanny for 8 years and have helped the kids with there homework. I was a straight A student through high school and am pretty knowledgeable in most subjects. I also have experience working with special ed students.
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Desideria P.

Tutor

Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
I'm Desideria (Desi), a patient, strengths-based academic tutor with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies (UIUC) and currently pursuing my MSW at UIC. I help students from elementary through graduate school with writing, organization, study skills, and application prep. I specialize in essay support, personal...
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Madeleine P.

Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I am an experienced childcare provider and licensed paraprofessional with lots of experience in academic intervention. I have spent the past year as a substitute teacher, accepting mainly paraprofessional assignments in which I provide 1:1 support to diverse learners. I am eager to help children grow their brains and have...
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Julia F.

Elmhurst, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hi, welcome! I am a practicing speech-language pathologist working for the pediatric population. When I'm not working, I offer tutoring services for children in all areas of Language Arts i. e., reading comp, vocabulary/spelling, writing, and more. Looking forward to hearing from you!
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Natasha F.

Science Instructor/Tutor

Bridgeview, IL

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$30/hr
6 years experience
I have tutored Math and Science throughout most of my educational career. In undergrad I worked as an AVID tutor within two high schools within Newport News, VA. I was also in charge of the tutoring program within the Chemistry Department at Hampton University. I am a certified teacher (Type 09 Professional Educator License). I...
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Michael L.

La Grange, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I proudly tutored a 7-year-old during the pandemic. He required my services in Math, Reading, and Writing. I pride myself on transforming learning challenges into a fun game.
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Karen O.

Patient Tutor

Western Springs, IL

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am certified K-6 grade teacher and special education teacher K-22. I am recently an empty nester and taking a pause from the classroom. . I have 20 years of experience teaching special education. Please let me know if your child needs some extra attention and extra time to feel confident in going to school every day.
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Jaclyn M.

Tutor

Chicago, IL

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$50/hr
5 years experience
I'm a teacher, certified to teach grades k-8, with over 12 years of teaching and tutoring experience. I've worked with students in Chicago, on multiple different curriculums, as well as in Thailand and Albania, on the Australian and British curriculums, respectively. I have my ESL endorsement and have worked with many students...
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Ashley C.

Chicago, IL

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$35/hr
1 year experience
I have teaching experience. I also currently work a school as a paraprofessional. I have a degree in Early childhood. Currently working on another degree in psychology. I have experience working with children up to 5th grade academically however I've worked with as old as 16. I warm and patient. I like learning and teaching...
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Anthony A.

Tutor

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Welcome to my profile and thank you for considering my services! I'm Anthony, and I graduated as a Mechanical Engineer from Marquette University. I currently work as a design engineer and love all of STEM. I tutored my peers in all subjects throughout my schooling, making me an excellent choice as a tutor. I can tutor STEM at...
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Rae Anne N.

Tutor With Over 30 Years Of Special Ed Classroom And Tutoring Experience.

Darien, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
How can I help your child reach his/her full potential? I have tutored in the private sector and with Sylvan Learning Centers. This, while teaching Special Education students as well as Regular Education students at all elementary grade levels in Cook, DuPage and Will County Schools for over 30 years. I have both a Bachelors and...
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Nicole D.

Afterschool Tutor

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have worked one one one with children I nannied over the last few years, assisting with school work and helping in areas in which they struggled. I also worked for Grand Street Settlement in New York City as an after school tutor. I helped students who didn't have English as a primary language learn Literacy, Arts, Math, and...
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Rachel L.

Professional Teacher Science Tutor

Chicago, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Thank you for taking the time to look at my bio. I am a 35-year-old former CPS teacher with a masters degree in science education. I have been a classroom teacher for 5+ years with many years of experience as a tutor, home school teacher, programs director, nanny/household manager, and educator in project-based informal settings...
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Julianna F.

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
I tutored children to help fill my volunteer work requirements when I was in high school and often ran study groups for people in my grade when I was in school. I am generally very good at teaching, and will likely work well with special needs children, as I have experience with them. I have never worked as a paid tutor before,...
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Kristen S.

Tutor-Licensed Teacher

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I am a 4th grade teacher now on summer break. I have experience teaching 4th and 5th grade general education, as well as special education. I am a 2014 graduate of Purdue University West Lafayette, where I earned a dual major in elementary education and special education. I was recognized and honored as the 2015 Outstanding...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Riverside, IL

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Riverside, IL is $20.00 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 Riverside, IL, 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 Riverside, IL, 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 Riverside, IL. 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 Riverside, IL, 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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