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Autumn M.

Watervliet, NY

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Autumn. I'm a certified Teaching Assistant with years of experience supporting children in the classroom, including students with special needs. My background as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and nanny has given me strong skills in adapting lessons, breaking down concepts, and creating a calm, positive learning...
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Marisa W.

Albany, NY

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$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified general/special education teacher as well as a literacy specialist. I have tutored for many years and have been a teacher for 3 years! I am especially good at making accommodations and giving students strategies to work through challenges!
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Lisa K.

Tutoring Services Birth-9th Grade Available

Latham, NY

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$40/hr
6 years experience
I'm a special Education teacher with 8 years of experience working with children, looking forward to speaking to you!
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Laurin T.

Nationally Certified School Psychologist Offering Tutoring And Executive Functioning Coaching

Troy, NY

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$40/hr
1 year experience
I am a Nationally Certified School Psychologist with experience implementing interventions in schools for students. I am looking to use my experience to help students outside of the school setting. Areas of focus may include phonemic awareness, reading/math fact fluency, reading comprehension, and organizing/planning written...
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CAITLIN L.

Albany, NY

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$50/hr
5 years experience
With 10 years of experience as a certified teacher and Masters in Teaching, I'm passionate about helping students thrive. My focus is on building confidence and fostering a love for learning. I create engaging, supportive, and patient environments. I vary my teaching strategies and encourage open communication to best fit...
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Nyla G.

Albany, NY

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I'm Ms. G, a dedicated tutor with three years of teaching experience and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. I specialize in mathematics, science, grammar, and social studies, tailoring my approach to each student's needs to create an engaging and positive learning environment. I'm passionate about fostering a love for...
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Julia F.

Albany, NY

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$50/hr
9 years experience
I am a certified special education teacher offering two services: I am currently in training to apply to the academy and would provide a discount to students who could be appropriate fits for my practicum hours. 2) Home/material modifications for students using augmentative communication devices. I can work with your family...
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La Quavia J.

Albany, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm a patient and supportive tutor who helps students build confidence while learning. I focus on clear explanations, encouragement, and adapting to each child's learning style so they can reach their full potential.
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Siobhan S.

Troy, NY

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$35/hr
5 years experience
I am patient, fun, and have a lot of experience with young kiddos. Children learn best when they enjoy what they are doing, so my goal is to make learning or practice fun and engaging. I have been teaching and subbing in PreK for the past 5 years, but I recently went back to college, and needed a bit more flexibility and...
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Jenna G.

Troy, NY

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$22/hr
Hello, my name is Jenna! I am an occupational therapy graduate student, and though I don't have experience as a paid tutor, I have helped children that I have provided childcare for with their homework. I am very passionate about working with children and I am very patient. I am willing to help with all of the main school...
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Camryn V.

Clifton Park, NY

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$16/hr
6 years experience
I have a lot of training and standard practices from my studies for my training, and I have tutored elementary school children through a school run program, as well as having actual student teaching experiences in a 6th grade classroom. I follow all the state standards to catch them up while making it fun!! Along with teaching...
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Jill G.

The Not So Typical Teacher

Clifton Park, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced, bilingual teacher with a varied teaching background both professionally and personally. Not only have I taught preschool, elementary, middle, and special education, but I am a mom of a child on the autism spectrum. This life experience has given me a unique perspective as a teacher and has given me a greater...
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Danielle C.

Tutor Available

Albany, NY

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I am a certified elementary and special education teacher. I have a lot of experience with students with special needs, ranging from mild learning disabilities to Autism and other Developmental Disabilities. I enjoy assessing where a student is individually and making learning more fun and less intimidating from there. I am...
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Lindsey A.

Schenectady, NY

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$22/hr
5 years experience
I'm an experienced special education teacher with five years of working in elementary schools, supporting students with a wide range of learning needs. In addition to building foundational academic skills, I focus on helping students make progress toward their IEP goals, including areas such as reading, writing, math, executive...
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Zerenety J.

Troy, NY

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$23/hr
2 years experience
I've helped students as a tutor by providing clear explanations, patient guidance, and personalized support to help them understand concepts and build confidence in their learning.
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Elizabeth M.

Education Major From St. John Fisher College

Clifton Park, NY

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a senior Elementary/Special education major at St. John Fisher College. I have experience substitute teaching as well as babysitting. I am energetic and ready to teach using fun and traditional activities.
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Karyn E S.

Taylored To Your Needs

Clifton Park, NY

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I have three degrees; an AAS in Plant Science, a BS in Business Management and Marketing and a MS in Special Education and Elementary Education. I have more than 20 years experience working with students and families with special needs developing strategies for success. Over 10 years was spent in the classroom delivering direct...
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Samantha C.

Summer Tutor

Clifton Park, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I am a certified Early Childhood Education teacher and Special Education teacher. I am a 6th-8th grade special education teacher. I'm currently looking to help children stay on grade level for reading, writing, and math, or build on their skills this summer! I'm able to work with anyone ages 5-14. I have a lot of experience with...
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Cuwani C.

Elementary Teacher

Schenectady, NY

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I've spent the past 7 years working as an elementary teacher at a charter school, following my earlier experience at an education-focused daycare. I studied education in college and am currently in the process of earning my certification in childhood education.
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Heidi L.

English Tutor

Albany, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
I have a literature degree from Purchase College with a concentration in early childhood education. I have taught children for years both in and out of the classroom. I currently work from home as a writer, so my schedule is flexible and I am always available at the last minute!
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  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Watervliet, NY

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Watervliet, NY is $22.00 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 Watervliet, NY, 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 Watervliet, NY, 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 Watervliet, NY. 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 Watervliet, NY, 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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