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Lauren K.

Passionate ELA Teacher & Academic Coach Ready To Help Your Child Thrive

Wakefield, MA

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$35/hr
9 years experience
I'm Lauren, a licensed English Language Arts teacher (grades 5-12) with 9 years of classroom experience. I love helping middle schoolers grow as readers and writers and gain confidence in ELA. I specialize in: * Reading comprehension and analysis * Essay and creative writing * Grammar, vocabulary, and conventions *...
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Lauren P.

English Tutor, Reading/literacy Tutor

Wakefield, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience
I am an individual with a Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology who is looking to tutor in the areas of reading comprehension, writing, and spelling after school hours or early evenings.? I have previous experience working with children of all ages in a variety of settings. I am an active and outgoing individual...

Maria P. says "Lauren is really great, she learned more specifically about J.'s needs before she started. She really tries to connect and find topics to work on that...

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Katie S.

Tutor

Wakefield, MA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Katie and I have been teaching Kindergarten in Salem for the last 10 years. I have a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education and a masters degree in Special Education. During the school year I tutor students after school. I am currently looking for a summer tutoring job!
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Molly K.

Tutor

Cambridge, MA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
1 year experience
Last year, I was a Kindergarten teacher, focusing on foundational reading and math skills and social and emotional learning.
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Marie H.

Somerville, MA

5.0(0)
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$75/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there! I am a former teacher with 6 years of professional teaching experience in grades 3-12, mostly in special education settings. I am available weekday evenings and weekends to tutor the following subjects: -K-8 Reading, Writing, Math -Pre Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry -Essay writing -SAT/ACT/GED...
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Kelly B.

Social Skills, Behavior Goals, Organizational Coach Tutor Available After School Evenings Or Weekends

Salem, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified school psychologist. I have experience assisting students in reaching social, emotional, and behavioral goals.
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Lisa M.

ELA Specialist. College Selection Coach..

Boston, MA

5.0(1)
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$75/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am in BOSTON I have a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction. My teaching experience is as follows: 3 Northeastern University as an Adjunct Lecturer in the Law Department; 4 years in Boston Public Schools grades 6-12 ELA, volunteer as ELL, and currently part-time in Special Ed. I love teaching, especially reading and writing....

Care Member says "I am so happy with Lisa as my daughter’s tutor. She is kind, patient, and very knowledgeable. She really helped improve My daughter's reading and...

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Monica P.

Elementary And Special Education Teacher

Lynn, MA

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$50/hr
7 years experience
I have 7 years of experience in the classroom. I can help with Elementary and Special Education Reading, Writing, and Math.
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Chelsea M.

Early Childhood/Special Needs Tutor Available

Somerville, MA

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$65/hr
10 years experience
I am a licensed Special Educator. I am trained in behavior and social-emotional learning as well as academics. I am strongest with grades k-3 literacy and math. I am available for daytime tutoring in the summer.
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Meg C.

Certified Teacher Looking For A Summer Tutoring Position

Medford, MA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I have worked as an elementary school teacher for the past four years, teaching all academic subjects. In addition, I spent the past year working with special education students as an inclusion teacher. I am licensed in both elementary education and moderate disabilities. This makes me uniquely qualified to help students who...
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Lauren C.

Tutor For Elementary Students

Somerville, MA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I have been a special education teacher for 5 years and worked within elementary schools for 8 years. I have worked with students with a variety of needs and am able to modify material to meet each child's learning style. I want learning to be fun for the child and encourage them to push themselves in all areas.
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Jessica O.

Part-time Tutor

Middleton, MA

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$40/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I'm a Special Education teacher at a local elementary school. I have my Master's degree in Special Education and am fully licensed in Moderate Disabilities Prek-8 as well as Elementary Education 1-6. In addition, I am in the process of completing training for the Wilson Reading System, a highly structured, specially...
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Elizabeth G.

Somerville, MA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
My name is Elizabeth and I am currently a high school special education teacher. I graduated from the Neag School of Education at UConn with a Master's degree in May 2021. I have a wide variety of experience working with kids from infants to teenagers. In addition, I have over 10 years of experience babysitting for kids which...
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Brianna B.

Elementary School Teacher

Medford, MA

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$45/hr
Hi! I'm Bri, a certified educator with a Master's in Elementary Education and over 10 years of tutoring experience. I've worked as a classroom teacher and special education assistant, and I specialize in creating personalized, engaging lessons that build confidence and help students thrive. Whether your child needs support in...
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Erin K.

MA Certified 3rd Grade Teacher Available To Tutor After School, Orton Gillingham Certified

Cambridge, MA

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$70/hr
5 years experience
Hello there! I am a MA-licensed 3rd grade teacher with 10 years of experience in education, as well as a Master's of Arts in Teaching. In addition, I am Orton-Gillingham certified for elementary reading intervention. I can bring my expertise as an elementary school teacher to tutor your student in phonics, reading, elementary...
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Cordelia E.

STEM Tutor

Cambridge, MA

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$15/hr
I am a college student looking for some part time work, I love kids and am willing to tutor in all areas, however, sciences is my best area of study. I want them to learn and grow on the material, not just do it to get it done. I am from Minnesota but I live in Keene, NH.
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Laura Y.

Special Educator And Head Swim Coach

Stoneham, MA

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$27/hr
5 years experience
I am a Special Educator (specializing in individuals with Social, Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities), Swim Coach and mom of three. I have lots of experience with helping children learn, thrive and develop into their best selves. I meet the child where they are at and help them navigate where they want to or need to go...
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Lais F.

The Run But Hardline Tutor

East Boston, MA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I love teaching kids, teens, and young adults. My passion is to see them succeed! I will always do my absolute best to make them learn in a fun way! With 22 years of experience working with kids and teenagers, I have dedicated my career to helping young minds develop and reach their full potential. I believe in creating a...
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Genevieve G.

Teacher Available For Tutoring

Somerville, MA

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$35/hr
2 years experience
I am a special education teacher - specifically language based program for students with language disabilities - within the Everett Public Schools. I am available for tutoring across all subjects up to a 6th grade level and can assist with any special education support needs or routines as well. I apply my teacher expertise in...
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Melissa L.

Medford, MA

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$49/hr
10 years experience
I have 20 years experience in Early Childhood classrooms (Pre-K - 2nd grade). I have taught children that need a variety supports and strategies for his or her special needs. I enjoy teaching young children and I make the time fun and playful while still very educational.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $36.67/hr as of October 2025

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

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Wakefield, MA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Wakefield, MA is $36.67 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 Wakefield, MA, 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 Wakefield, MA, 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 Wakefield, MA. 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 Wakefield, MA, 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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