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The Best Special Needs Tutors in District of Columbia

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Christine W. Alexandria, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christine W.
85/hour

Alexandria, VA

Reading and English (using ASL to communicate) (NOT ASL tutoring)

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...

5.0 (3)
85/hour
9 hours tutoring

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...

Amani B. Silver Spring, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amani B.
75/hour

Silver Spring, MD

JHU Masters Educator Certified Special Education, ESOL, & Reading!

I am a certified Special Education teacher in Ohio K-12 Mild-Moderate. I currently teach at Fairview PreK-6 in Dayton, Ohio.

4.9 (41)
75/hour
104 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I am a certified Special Education teacher in Ohio K-12 Mild-Moderate. I currently teach at Fairview PreK-6 in Dayton, Ohio.

Jessie V. Bethesda, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jessie V.
85/hour

Bethesda, MD

Reading for Special Needs

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...

4.9 (26)
85/hour
141 hours tutoring

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...

Karen L. Upper Marlboro, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Karen L.
70/hour

Upper Marlboro, MD

Special Needs Tutor with 10+ years of Teaching Experience

For the past 10+ years, I have worked in the public school system with the special needs population. I am also the parent of a special needs child who has since graduated from school. Using a multi-sensory approach, my experience...

4.9 (39)
70/hour
158 hours tutoring

For the past 10+ years, I have worked in the public school system with the special needs population. I am also the parent of a special needs child who has since graduated from school. Using a multi-sensory approach, my experience...

Nancy H. Gaithersburg, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nancy H.
100/hour

Gaithersburg, MD

Retired Teacher (with J.D.); Patient, Engaging, Skilled, Dedicated

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...

5.0 (78)
100/hour
480 hours tutoring
Response time: 23 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

Edie B. Germantown, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Edie B.
75/hour

Germantown, MD

Guiding Special Needs Students From School to Real Life

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...

5.0 (21)
75/hour
82 hours tutoring

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...

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Wappingers Falls, NY Tutoring
Tracy B.
65/hour

Enthusiastic Teacher with Excellent Qualifications

I am currently certified in New York State with a Students With Disabilities 7-12 certification. I've also worked in several Special Education settings. I student taught in Pawling High School in a PACE resource room where I worked specifically...

5.0 (66)
65/hour
156 hours tutoring

I am currently certified in New York State with a Students With Disabilities 7-12 certification. I've also worked in several Special Education settings. I student taught in Pawling High School in a PACE resource room where I worked specifically...

Owings Mills, MD Tutoring
Taylor C.
60/hour

5+ years teaching in Special Education as a Behavioral Assistant

I have personally worked with over 100+ students in a classroom setting that have various special needs and accommodations. Preparing a student socially, mentally, emotionally, and physically for the real world is my main goal in teaching...

5.0 (205)
60/hour
1,076 hours tutoring
Response time: 42 minutesNote that average response time is based on Taylor’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

I have personally worked with over 100+ students in a classroom setting that have various special needs and accommodations. Preparing a student socially, mentally, emotionally, and physically for the real world is my main goal in teaching...

Orange Park, FL Tutoring
Jackie C.
45/hour

School-based occupational therapist experienced with special needs

I am a licensed and registered occupational therapist, currently practicing in the school system. Over the past 5 years in the schools, I have worked with students who have been in self-contained settings including physical impairment (PI),...

5.0 (91)
45/hour
248 hours tutoring

I am a licensed and registered occupational therapist, currently practicing in the school system. Over the past 5 years in the schools, I have worked with students who have been in self-contained settings including physical impairment (PI),...

Huachuca City, AZ Tutoring
Rogina T.
60/hour

"Unlocking Unique Learning Paths for Special Students"

Throughout my two decades as an educator, I've been privileged to work closely with students who have unique special needs. My approach involves a deep commitment to understanding and supporting each student, collaborating closely with...

5.0 (334)
60/hour
780 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 minutesNote that average response time is based on Rogina’s active hours, which are 1:00 am - 7:00 am UTC.

Throughout my two decades as an educator, I've been privileged to work closely with students who have unique special needs. My approach involves a deep commitment to understanding and supporting each student, collaborating closely with...

Staten Island, NY Tutoring
Caitlin T.
65/hour

New York State Certification-Students with Disabilities-All Grades)

I currently teach in a self contained classroom providing instruction for students with moderate to severe disabilities. I have extensive experience working with students with ASD, ADHD, & Specific Learning Disabilities in reading and math. I use...

5.0 (6)
65/hour
14 hours tutoring

I currently teach in a self contained classroom providing instruction for students with moderate to severe disabilities. I have extensive experience working with students with ASD, ADHD, & Specific Learning Disabilities in reading and math. I use...

Toledo, OH Tutoring
Andrew T.
85/hour

Calm and Skilled tutor for Adults and Children

I have supported kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for the past 21 years. I have worked in a variety of community and educational settings, both as a Special Education Paraprofessional and as a case manager....

5.0 (2)
85/hour
9 hours tutoring

I have supported kids and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities for the past 21 years. I have worked in a variety of community and educational settings, both as a Special Education Paraprofessional and as a case manager....

San Diego, CA Tutoring
April V.
88/hour

Academic Tutor Specializing in Special Education and Individualized Le

I have experience supporting students with learning differences, including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, dyslexia, processing disorders, and anxiety-related academic challenges. I create individualized learning plans that break down complex...

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5.0 (324)
88/hour
946 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutesNote that average response time is based on April’s active hours, which are 9:00 pm - 12:00 pm UTC.

I have experience supporting students with learning differences, including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, dyslexia, processing disorders, and anxiety-related academic challenges. I create individualized learning plans that break down complex...

Gettysburg, PA Tutoring
Kaitlin Y.
80/hour

PA State Certified Teacher

I am an inclusion Biology teacher and during my master's coursework I studied classes centered around students with disabilities, special needs, and individualized education plans. I can provide my transcript and teaching certificate.

5.0 (120)
80/hour
251 hours tutoring

I am an inclusion Biology teacher and during my master's coursework I studied classes centered around students with disabilities, special needs, and individualized education plans. I can provide my transcript and teaching certificate.

Lynchburg, VA Tutoring
Joan L.
60/hour

Special Education Teacher

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.

5.0 (130)
60/hour
413 hours tutoring
Response time: 29 minutesNote that average response time is based on Joan’s active hours, which are 10:00 am - 2:00 am UTC.

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.

Saint Louis, MO Tutoring
Patricia L.
60/hour

Experienced Special Needs & GED Tutor

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...

5.0 (128)
60/hour
443 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutesNote that average response time is based on Patricia’s active hours, which are 8:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

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...

Waldorf, MD Tutoring
Elisabeth F.
100/hour

Special Educator and Nurturer with 5+ years of Teaching Experience

I earned a Masters in Education for Mild to Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8) from Lesley University in May 2014. I have taught students with various disabilities in the classroom with varying capabilities, from other health impairment for ADHD to an...

5.0 (250)
100/hour
776 hours tutoring

I earned a Masters in Education for Mild to Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8) from Lesley University in May 2014. I have taught students with various disabilities in the classroom with varying capabilities, from other health impairment for ADHD to an...

Bel Air, MD Tutoring
Cheryl O.
60/hour

K-12 Tutor Reaching Students Who Learn Differently

I am well-versed in formal and informal educational/psychological assessments so that I can interpret where a deficit or discrepancy may lie. When working with special needs children I utilize instruction individually adapted to each...

5.0 (2528)
60/hour
9,188 hours tutoring
Response time: 18 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I am well-versed in formal and informal educational/psychological assessments so that I can interpret where a deficit or discrepancy may lie. When working with special needs children I utilize instruction individually adapted to each...

Buffalo Grove, IL Tutoring
Geri F.
45/hour

Elementary Education and Special Education

I am a certified special education and elementary education teacher and have taken coursework and trainings to work with students having special needs.

5.0 (451)
45/hour
2,199 hours tutoring
Response time: 39 minutesNote that average response time is based on Geri’s active hours, which are 11:00 am - 1:00 am UTC.

I am a certified special education and elementary education teacher and have taken coursework and trainings to work with students having special needs.

San Diego, CA Tutoring
Merlin L.
50/hour

Retired Educatore with Master's Degree in Special Education

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...

5.0 (944)
50/hour
3,363 hours tutoring

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...

Stafford, VA Tutoring
Sherri M.
80/hour

Degreed Special Needs Homeschool Teacher

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.

5.0 (84)
80/hour
205 hours tutoring
Response time: 51 minutesNote that average response time is based on Sherri’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 12:00 am UTC.

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.

Raleigh, NC Tutoring
Michelle O.
64/hour

Certified Teacher in Many Areas Looking to Tutor

I have worked with many different students in their general education classrooms or in pull out situations. I have worked in both elementary school and middle school as a special education teacher. Most special needs children require a...

5.0 (1653)
64/hour
6,270 hours tutoring

I have worked with many different students in their general education classrooms or in pull out situations. I have worked in both elementary school and middle school as a special education teacher. Most special needs children require a...

Purvis, MS Tutoring
Paige D.
65/hour

Special Needs Coaching: Independent Living & Social Skills

I have a Master’s in Special Education. I provide personalized coaching for students with special needs and their families, focusing on essential skills for independent living and social interaction. My approach includes developing life...

5.0 (68)
65/hour
250 hours tutoring

I have a Master’s in Special Education. I provide personalized coaching for students with special needs and their families, focusing on essential skills for independent living and social interaction. My approach includes developing life...

Athens, GA Tutoring
Andy F.
60/hour

Doctor of Education with 26 years experience with struggling learners

My work in the public school setting and in private tutoring has involved hundreds of students with special needs. I know how crucial it is for the teacher to be patient and develop a positive relationship with the student who struggles...

5.0 (28)
60/hour
278 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutesNote that average response time is based on Andy’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

My work in the public school setting and in private tutoring has involved hundreds of students with special needs. I know how crucial it is for the teacher to be patient and develop a positive relationship with the student who struggles...

Hedgesville, WV Tutoring
Richard G.
45/hour

Special Ed Teacher Highly Qualified in Hist., Gov., Geom. & Alg.

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...

4.9 (1427)
45/hour
6,993 hours tutoring

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...

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Jonathan T.

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Her lessons are well-organized; she uses effective, step-by step teaching methods for lessons in grammar, and for reading/writing. Rosemary also makes sure that learning is always fun, and that our son never loses interest. (Our son enjoys Rosemary's lesson a great deal). Rosemary has much experience with special-needs kids and can provide insights into their strengths and weaknesses.
Genevieve N.

26 lessons

Lavern is so patient and know strategies to help my daughter with special needs; I'm so happy and grateful that I finally met the right tutor for my child; She showed me so many ways to approach different topics such as math. The most important part is that my daughter loved her. Thank you Lavern.
Eileen L.

23 lessons

Robert has managed to take a very resistant special needs child who will not sit still for 10 minutes to actually participate for an hour long session. We are seeing progress with reading, phonics and resistance to doing "work". Very Happy to have selected Robert as our tutor.
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