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Alexandria, VA
I work very well with teen and adult hearing and Deaf students who are trying to reach academic (college)reading levels. With intensive tutoring, I've already helped several international Deaf students and others with special needs...
I work very well with teen and adult hearing and Deaf students who are trying to reach academic (college)reading levels. With intensive tutoring, I've already helped several international Deaf students and others with special needs...

Fairfax, VA
I became an elementary school teacher in 1978. While teaching, I discovered that many of my students had special needs so I obtained my Master's Degree in special education at Marymount University in 1983. Since then, I have taught and...
I became an elementary school teacher in 1978. While teaching, I discovered that many of my students had special needs so I obtained my Master's Degree in special education at Marymount University in 1983. Since then, I have taught and...
We are grateful to have Ellen as my son’s tutor. My son (1st grader) is pretty shy and Ellen has been very patient and understanding. She knows how to work with kids very well and just the right way to encourage them, and was ab... - Anonymous, 31 lessons with Ellen

Chantilly, VA
I have 7 years of experience as a public school teacher educating students of different abilities. I have worked with students with learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD and other special education needs. I have the professional...
I have 7 years of experience as a public school teacher educating students of different abilities. I have worked with students with learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD and other special education needs. I have the professional...
My son did 3 lessons so far with Ms Pina and he loves her. She is good with kids and makes learning fun. She keeps me informed about the topics she will be covering and always on time too. I would recommend her. - Vaishali, 17 lessons with Giuseppina

Waldorf, MD
In addition I have passed all the qualifications, submitted them to the SC department of Education and am awaiting my teaching certificate from the state of South Carolina. I have a heart for special needs student and experience working...
In addition I have passed all the qualifications, submitted them to the SC department of Education and am awaiting my teaching certificate from the state of South Carolina. I have a heart for special needs student and experience working...

Sterling, VA
I am a certified Special Education teacher. I recently taught as a special education teacher in 9-12th grades, but an qualified for K-12th grades.
I am a certified Special Education teacher. I recently taught as a special education teacher in 9-12th grades, but an qualified for K-12th grades.

Gaithersburg, MD
Now retired from MCPS, I have 14 years of experience working directly with the special needs population in high school. My students were coded with autism, add, adhd, cp, ms, dyslexia, mental challenges, dysgraphia, physical and cognitive...
Now retired from MCPS, I have 14 years of experience working directly with the special needs population in high school. My students were coded with autism, add, adhd, cp, ms, dyslexia, mental challenges, dysgraphia, physical and cognitive...
I tried three other tutors before finding Nancy and I learned more from Nancy in one month than I did over the past year with other tutors. I am so thankful to have her and not only is she an amazing teacher but unbelievable perso... - Rebecca, 8 lessons with Nancy

Germantown, MD
I have over 25 years of experience working with special needs students as an academic therapist, former teacher, and coach, supporting learners from early childhood through adulthood. My background includes working with students with...
I have over 25 years of experience working with special needs students as an academic therapist, former teacher, and coach, supporting learners from early childhood through adulthood. My background includes working with students with...

Bethesda, MD
For over a decade, I have specialized in working with children diagnosed with Dyslexia, Autism, Auditory Processing Disorder, and ADD/ADHD. As a Certified Dyslexia and Special Needs Educational Therapist, I design individualized...
For over a decade, I have specialized in working with children diagnosed with Dyslexia, Autism, Auditory Processing Disorder, and ADD/ADHD. As a Certified Dyslexia and Special Needs Educational Therapist, I design individualized...
Jessie is a helpful teacher, easy to talk and very patient and accessible. She uses modern technology to make the work more interesting and not boring. - Najib

Stafford, VA
Graduate of Liberty University with my graduate certificate degree in Autism Education. As a veteran homeschool teacher, have counseled many parents who sought my help for their special needs children.
Graduate of Liberty University with my graduate certificate degree in Autism Education. As a veteran homeschool teacher, have counseled many parents who sought my help for their special needs children.
Mrs Sherri is working with my son with asvab and he liking every aspect of it. She is working his needs he doesnt understand and improve................................................................................................. - Ed, 5 lessons with Sherri

I've taught special education classes of grades K-6 and 9-12 full-time in schools for 5 years, with additional experience in various educational roles. I'm licensed to teach adapted curriculum (severe/profound) for grades K-12, and hold 2 teaching...
I've taught special education classes of grades K-6 and 9-12 full-time in schools for 5 years, with additional experience in various educational roles. I'm licensed to teach adapted curriculum (severe/profound) for grades K-12, and hold 2 teaching...
My son is a special needs young adult and Anna C. has proven to be the best tutor he has had thus far, even within school settings. Anna engages him and he is now so eager to attend his sessions and learn. She makes their sessio... - Jocelyn, 267 lessons with Chae

I have worked with several students who have learning differences and IEP's through my previous tutoring jobs (Varsity Tutors and TRiO talent search). I have researched how to best reach these students, and have applied this knowledge in my...
I have worked with several students who have learning differences and IEP's through my previous tutoring jobs (Varsity Tutors and TRiO talent search). I have researched how to best reach these students, and have applied this knowledge in my...
Johnathan is an exceptional tutor. My high-school child had no interest in Chemistry and was dreading enrollment in this class altogether. Over the course of a few months, Johnathan was able to stimulate a genuine curiosity and in... - Marjorie, 36 lessons with Johnathan

I am a special education teacher with a masters degree. I work at a public high school during the school year as a special ed teacher. I work at a special needs camp during the summer as a lead teacher.
I am a special education teacher with a masters degree. I work at a public high school during the school year as a special ed teacher. I work at a special needs camp during the summer as a lead teacher.
Excellent and very good with students who have different learning styles. I highly recommend her for students who are struggling in algebra. - Donna, 43 lessons with Ellen

My expertise as a special needs educator is built on a professional foundation of over 25 years of teaching experience, more than 3,000 hours of successful online instruction since 2020, and active IXL Certification. Throughout my career, I...
My expertise as a special needs educator is built on a professional foundation of over 25 years of teaching experience, more than 3,000 hours of successful online instruction since 2020, and active IXL Certification. Throughout my career, I...
patty has supported me in ways that are hard to put into words. she has been tutoring me for my GED and has helped me grasp concepts that once felt impossible. she explains things clearly and makes them easier to understand, guidi... - Soleil, 59 lessons with Patricia

I am Licensed in Virginia as a Special Education Teacher for K-12 students who suffer Learning Disabilities and Severe Emotional Disabilities. I have been teaching since 1999 in self-contained, ED/LD facilities for Fairfax County Public Schools. I...
I am Licensed in Virginia as a Special Education Teacher for K-12 students who suffer Learning Disabilities and Severe Emotional Disabilities. I have been teaching since 1999 in self-contained, ED/LD facilities for Fairfax County Public Schools. I...

I have worked with students with special needs for the last three years. I have experience working with students with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and other special learning disabilities. I have experience in working directly in self contained...
I have worked with students with special needs for the last three years. I have experience working with students with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and other special learning disabilities. I have experience in working directly in self contained...

Working in the public schools and also as a substitute teacher allowed me the opportunity to work with students from various backgrounds. My certification area was in behavioral disorders as well as special education for students that are on...
Working in the public schools and also as a substitute teacher allowed me the opportunity to work with students from various backgrounds. My certification area was in behavioral disorders as well as special education for students that are on...
Bianca was a great tutor for my son, very patient with him & helped him both in reading & math. My son always enjoyed working with her & never made a fuss having to do school work during his summer break. Bianca was very profes... - Ibel, 6 lessons with Bianca

...experiences teaching students with special needs. I created verbalization techniques for a college student with cerebral palsy and paraplegia to use during test taking scenarios in history and algebra. As a special needs teacher in Uganda, I worked to...
...experiences teaching students with special needs. I created verbalization techniques for a college student with cerebral palsy and paraplegia to use during test taking scenarios in history and algebra. As a special needs teacher in Uganda, I worked to...
James tutored our 2nd grader in math for 15 lessons in the Spring/Summer of 2nd grade, and covered many topics from addition and subtraction, through data collection and multiplication. Long story short, James is great and we h... - Mike, 14 lessons with James

For over ten years I have been working with students that have special needs. I have served as a family consultant for children/ young adults with autism in addition to being a special education teacher for students with dyslexia,...
For over ten years I have been working with students that have special needs. I have served as a family consultant for children/ young adults with autism in addition to being a special education teacher for students with dyslexia,...
Our son has been working with Kelly for several months now and the progress that he has made is incredible. Kelly is organized and thorough with her lesson plans and delivery. She always puts in detailed notes about each lesson wh... - Deidra, 143 lessons with Kelly

As a caseworker for many years, I have worked with both adults and children with varying special needs. I am able to accommodate these various needs by changing my method toward one that will work better for them.
As a caseworker for many years, I have worked with both adults and children with varying special needs. I am able to accommodate these various needs by changing my method toward one that will work better for them.

I am a high school special education teacher specializing in teaching students with autism, ADHD, and other learning differences that necessitate a slower pace and smaller class size. I currently teach in a program for students with autism,...
I am a high school special education teacher specializing in teaching students with autism, ADHD, and other learning differences that necessitate a slower pace and smaller class size. I currently teach in a program for students with autism,...

I work with students who benefit from additional structure, patience, and individualized support while learning. My approach focuses on breaking tasks into manageable steps, creating clear routines, and adapting explanations to each student’s...
I work with students who benefit from additional structure, patience, and individualized support while learning. My approach focuses on breaking tasks into manageable steps, creating clear routines, and adapting explanations to each student’s...
We have tried several tutors on this platform and James has easily been the best fit for our student. He has always struggled with math, but James takes the time to explain every step. James has been very patient with a student ... - Ann, 4 lessons with James

I am a certified special education teacher with over ten years' experience teaching students with disabilities. I have a Master's degree in Special Education Curriculum & Instruction.
I am a certified special education teacher with over ten years' experience teaching students with disabilities. I have a Master's degree in Special Education Curriculum & Instruction.

I have twenty years of experience working with students with Special Needs. I have worked with students diagnosed with: ASD, ADHD, ADD, ID, ED and Down's Syndrome. My primary specialty is the field of Mathematics and Language Arts. I...
I have twenty years of experience working with students with Special Needs. I have worked with students diagnosed with: ASD, ADHD, ADD, ID, ED and Down's Syndrome. My primary specialty is the field of Mathematics and Language Arts. I...
Our son enjoyed his lesson with Merlin. Merlin is patient, kind, and a very supportive tutor. We are looking forward to his support through the entire year. Merlin is very knowledgable and brings lots of experience having worked ... - Jelena, 93 lessons with Merlin

...worked with special needs individuals (teens, adults, and children) as part of my MA degree in psychology. I have worked at several intuitions (Angier Elementary, MGH Aspire) specifically in services for individuals with special needs such as autism...
...worked with special needs individuals (teens, adults, and children) as part of my MA degree in psychology. I have worked at several intuitions (Angier Elementary, MGH Aspire) specifically in services for individuals with special needs such as autism...

Learning how to learn is half the battle. So I would like to encourage you and your student to join me for online tutoring like many others with “special needs” have done, and if the first lesson is not successful, I won’t bill you....
Learning how to learn is half the battle. So I would like to encourage you and your student to join me for online tutoring like many others with “special needs” have done, and if the first lesson is not successful, I won’t bill you....
My 12 year old son really enjoyed his session with Connie, he likes her personality a lot. He says she is very patient, caring and understanding - Christian, 5 lessons with Connie
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