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Chidiogo A.

Somerset, NJ

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$26/hr
Enthusiastic, patient, and dedicated to helping students overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Committed to fostering a supportive and tailored learning experience for every individual.
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Mckenna F.

Tutor

Somerset, NJ

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$28/hr
9 years experience
I am a recent law school graduate and practicing lawyer with a strong background in education and tutoring. Before beginning my legal career, I taught elementary school for a year and gained valuable classroom experience. During high school, I volunteered as a tutor with School on Wheels, helping underprivileged students. Over...
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Iris H.

Tutor

Somerset, NJ

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
I earned my PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology form UC Berkeley and BS in Biochemistry from the University of Oregon. I have research training (at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, UC Berkeley, the National Institutes of Health and UCSF) in molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology, infectious disease and...

Kim B. says "Iris is caring and patient when she works with people. She has extensive knowledge in science and math. She is excellent at explaining concepts."

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Talitha F.

Experienced Professional Educator

North Brunswick, NJ

5.0(1)
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$80/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have been a teacher for 28 years. I have taught ELA, Spanish, Social Studies, Science, Math and Test Prep. I had a tutoring business in New York and served the same families year after year. I can provide you with many references from happy parents:)

Care Member says "Talitha has been an outstanding caregiver for my two daughters, aged 5 and 7, for about a year. Her reliability, punctuality, and ease of communication...

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Maria S.

Certified Elementary School Teacher/Part-Time Tutor

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Maria. I have be working as an elementary public school teacher for 29 years. Currently, I teach second grade. I have also taught grades 1, 3, and 5. I have experience working with Special Education students in an inclusion setting, and work one-on-one with special ed students privately. I am available to tutor...

Elma P. says "Maria is such an asset to our sons academic growth!!!! He's been coming to Maria for a few years now and we definitely have seen some growth in him. She...

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Christina D.

Christina's Educational Corner

Franklin Park, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello I am currently a graduate of Saint Peter's University in Jersey City NJ. My major is History, and secondary education,. I also hold a master's degree in special education and literacy. I tutor in a variety of subjects such as: Pre Algebra, Algebra, Psychology, Sociology, SAT, PSAT, Act reading and writing prep,...

Renee L. says "Great with my pet. Always available, polite, kind to my dog. My dog loves her, and she is a great help when caring for my pet."

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Mariam A.

North Brunswick, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello My name is Mariam. I have a masters in Special Education. I am a special education teacher that has been teaching for 12 years in the elementary school. I can tutor in reading, math, science and social studies. I like to make learning fun!
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Dayana S.

Tutor

Manville, NJ

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a High School graduate from Manville High School. I'm currently a student at Montclair State University with a major in molecular biology and a minor in chemistry. I graduated with a 3. 8 GPA and participated in all honors classes. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish. I've tutored kids who have difficulties in math,...
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Nikki K.

North Brunswick, NJ

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$25/hr
6 years experience
I've been nannying and tutoring home-sessions for about 6 years now. I taught pre-school for two years, substituted and worked as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom. I have my B. S. in Health Studies and Education, and am now student teaching in Health Education to receive my Master of Arts in Teaching Health...
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Lisa S.

Certified Teacher Available For Tutoring

Raritan, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have more than 20 years of tutoring and teaching experience with grades K-8. I am certified in Elementary and Special Education. Please contact me to learn how I can assist your family.
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Megan O.

Tutor Or After School Help

South Plainfield, NJ

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$16/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I recently graduated with my Bachelor's in marine biology. I am very confident in science and math courses, but I also am comfortable with English courses. I have substitute taught for the past year and a half, I have experience with ages 2nd grade all the way up to seniors in high school!
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Marisa C.

Somerville, NJ

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$60/hr
3 years experience
4th Grade Writing I have taught 4th grade in class resource for 3 years and have experience teaching strategies in Math, Reading, and Writing. I can also provide assistance with Science and Social Studies as well. I have also taught in other elementary settings in grades 2-5.
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Katie H.

Tutor

South Plainfield, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have taught 4th-6th grades (both general education and special education), all subjects. I have tutored multiple-level learners in various subjects. I have also worked with students at a preschool level.
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Brittany N.

Experienced Educator

Somerville, NJ

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$50/hr
10 years experience
My experience includes a decade of early childhood education with a specialization in special education. I am able to provide Orton Gillingham instruction and am confident in my ability to support struggling readers.
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Cynthia P.

English Language Arts Tutor

Piscataway, NJ

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I love teaching children to read and write. With over 10 years of experience, I have worked with many students to increase their reading level. I can provide you with information on your child's current independent and instructional reading levels. I have experience in both regular education and special education settings. I...
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Chenae M.

Monmouth Junction, NJ

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$37/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm Chenae, and I'm passionate about helping students to succeed. With 11 years of teaching students with special needs and elementary students for all subjects, I specialize in making learning fun, engaging, and personalized. I focus on building confidence, mastering key concepts, and helping students reach their full...
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Hannah S.

Tutor For Children Of All Ages Inclduong Children With Special Needs

East Brunswick, NJ

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Hannah, and I am 24 years old. I currently attend Montclair State Univeristy and I am in their teacher education program pursuing a joint bachelors/master of arts in teaching for P-3 early childhood education for special and general education. I graduated this may with my bachelors portion of my degree, then I...
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Lily K.

Piscataway, NJ

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$26/hr
9 years experience
Hello! I am a special education teacher of students with autism. I can specialize in tutoring students with special needs. I can also tutor ELA for K-6!
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Jade R.

Tutoring

Dunellen, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hi my name is Jade and I am a graduate of Monmouth University. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education K-6 and Special Education K-12. I have been a tutor for the past 2 years. I am reliable and willing to go above and beyond to support the needs of your child.
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Rachel L.

Teacher Available For Childcare 7/10-8/5

Metuchen, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am currently an elementary special education teacher. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, a Master's degree in Elementary Education, and a Teacher of Students with Disabilities certificate. I currently teach third grade, but have spent most of my 10 years teaching in lower elementary grades (pre-k, kindergarten,...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $29.67/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs tutors is 5.0

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

Special Needs Tutors in Somerset, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs tutors

Iris H.

Iris is caring and patient when she works with people. She has extensive knowledge in science and math. She is excellent at explaining...

- Kim B.

Talitha F.

Talitha has been an outstanding caregiver for my two daughters, aged 5 and 7, for about a year. Her reliability, punctuality, and ease of...

- Care member

Maria S.

Maria is such an asset to our sons academic growth!!!! He's been coming to Maria for a few years now and we definitely have seen some...

- Elma P.

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Somerset, NJ is $29.67 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 Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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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