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Laura S.

Special Education Teacher

Puyallup, WA

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$20/hr
I have worked in special education for over 10 years. I am able to modify assignments in order to meet students goals. I am patient and flexible with students needs.
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Kelly L.

Seattle, WA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
School based occupational therapist looking to stay busy over the summer! Can tutor k-8, lots of experience with special education !
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Veronica Q.

Kent, WA

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$20/hr
Hello, families my name is Veronica Quiah a passionate child care provider or at least aspiring to be. Currently trying to turn my Apartments into a fun safe place for your children until then meet me here.:) I have years of experience working with children from school age to infants to special needs. I love the Lord and love...
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Ayiana H.

Experienced Tutor

Kent, WA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I would love to meet you! I am a 19-year-old College student, Tutor, and Youth Advocate! I am bright, loving, and very adventurous! I love animals especially dogs and enjoy running and cooking. I have interned at a Youth oriented Non-Profit Organization for the past 3 years and recently got hired on as a Youth Advocate...
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Saraim L.

Seattle, WA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Successful from 20 students completing projects to recovering from grades . Creating a effective learning experience to improve and specialize where needed
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Amy S.

Certified Special Education Teacher

Spanaway, WA

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$26/hr
7 years experience
I am a dedicated Special Education teacher with a master's degree and 17 years of teaching experience, including 7 years as a certified teacher. Over the course of my career, I have developed a strong ability to create inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environments that meet the unique needs of each student. My...
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Elaine K.

Child Care Provider/Tutor

Gig Harbor, WA

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$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with children for the past 30 years both as an educator and as a primary care giver. . I love working with children, planning outings, going to parks and beaches, playing games and doing arts and crafts. I do tutoring. I do not believe in just spending time in front of electronics, or being on my phone. I am...
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Alyssa P.

Renton, WA

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$30/hr
Hi, I'm Alyssa, a caregiver with 10+ yrs of experience, passionate about nurturing children and providing community service. I've completed Early Childhood Development coursework and plan to renew my CPR and First Aid certifications soon. I use Sign Exact English (SEE) with spoken English, as my youngest is deaf. I also know...
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Kimberly K.

Love To Teach And Learn

Seattle, WA

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$24/hr
1 year experience
Hello! love to work with kids and help them learn and understand subjects they might be struggling with. I'd like to stick with online but doing a face to face meet and tutor session would be lovely! thank you for your consideration.
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Avery C.

Helpful And Kind Tutor

Renton, WA

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$17/hr
I grew up with a little brother who I helped with homework. I am open to helping your child create the a fun and engaging class room and homework experience.
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Ismahan I.

Experienced Behavioral Technician

Kent, WA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
I have a certificate in child development and development of psychology in early childhood education. I have worked in schools, centers, and homes as a certified behavioral technician in providing services for individuals with autism.
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Amy S.

National Board Certified Teacher - Tutoring

Seattle, WA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I am a National Board Certified teacher with a Masters and Special Education Degree. I have 16 years of full-time teaching experience in public schools. I taught 6-7th grade Reading and Writing for 10 years and for the last 6 years have taught reading intervention and, most recently, Special Education; I work with K-5 graders to...
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Victoria P.

Patient & Supportive Tutor For All Ages - Reading, Writing, & More

Olympia, WA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
As a certified teacher with experience across multiple grade levels, I'm passionate about helping students grow in confidence and skill. I specialize in reading, writing, and language arts, but I can also support general homework help and study strategies. I aim to create a calm, encouraging learning environment where kids feel...
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Rachel F.

Certificated Math, Special Education And Career And Technical Education Teacher

Seattle, WA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I have taught at a middle school for 2 years and a high school for 2 years and familiar with 6th-12th grade reading, writing and math standards. I started tutoring when I was in high school to help others better understand math concepts. In my spare time, I like to cook, travel, spend time with family and friends, do it...
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Ankita G.

Dedicated Educator

Auburn, WA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I have over 5 to 10 years of experience in teaching children of all ages, K-12 and college students. I can help with Math, English, Science and Computers. I am dedicated to making sure each student is heard, understood and is familiar with their strengths as learners, as we walk along the journey of learning. I am also a very...
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Katie T.

Making Learning Fun!

Renton, WA

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Tutoring can be a lot of fun and it is my goal that every child feels capable, prepared and confident after tutoring sessions. As a certificated teacher, I know how to scaffold and build on to your child's knowledge so they can continue learning and growing. Anything from 5 paragraph easays to Common Core math, I got you!
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Isabelle F.

Tutoring

Puyallup, WA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am currently attending Lincoln Memorial University pursuing my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I am looking for part time work while in school. I have 3 plus years of experience in tutoring from ages 1st grade through 6th grade and special education as well.
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Chloe H.

Part-time Tutor Available

Kent, WA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Chloe and I have experience with tutoring students of all ages. I tutored a sixth grader in math, reading, and writing for a year and a half. I was an assistant dance teacher at a local studio for four years and helped teach classes of students ranging from preschool to high school age. During my senior year of...
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Benjamin C.

Caring Teacher That Wants To Help More Students.

Auburn, WA

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$35/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as funny, caring, and smart. I like tutoring because I love teaching students and helping them grow. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family as well as any thing sports related. One thing you should know about me is I teach 4th grade but I also am have my certification in SpecialEd.
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Latu H.

Seattle, WA

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$23/hr
Retired English and drama teacher My training in teaching was in Auckland University I have diploma in Secondary teaching , English as a Second language , taught History and Social Science at High School level. I understand a little french and have extensive training in speech , musical and drama .
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.29/hr as of December 2025

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

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Tacoma, WA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Tacoma, WA is $24.29 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 Tacoma, WA, 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 Tacoma, WA, 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 Tacoma, WA. 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 Tacoma, WA, 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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