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The Best Special Needs Tutors for Grand Rapids, MI

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Near Grand Rapids, MI 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....

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Carly M.
46/hour

Special Education Teacher with 10+ years experience

...worked with students with special needs in the school setting (multiple disabilities, learning disabilities, visually impaired, speech language impairments, ASD, OHI, etc...). I have also worked with students with special needs in the community setting...

5.0 (21)
46/hour
125 hours tutoring

...worked with students with special needs in the school setting (multiple disabilities, learning disabilities, visually impaired, speech language impairments, ASD, OHI, etc...). I have also worked with students with special needs in the community setting...

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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...

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Matthew K.
120/hour

10+ years in special needs clinical care, education and research

Since 2020, I have worked for about 25 hours a week homeschooling and tutoring students on the ASD spectrum. Before that, I worked in the Autism research and clinical care program at UCSF for six years after studying language development and...

5.0 (339)
120/hour
2,042 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutesNote that average response time is based on Matthew’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 1:00 pm UTC.

Since 2020, I have worked for about 25 hours a week homeschooling and tutoring students on the ASD spectrum. Before that, I worked in the Autism research and clinical care program at UCSF for six years after studying language development and...

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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
791 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...

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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
956 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...

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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 (122)
80/hour
253 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.

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Lydia J.
60/hour

LMSW with 10+ Experience with Special Needs Students

I have been working with students (aged 2 through 18) who had special needs since 2011. I have experience working with students in early childhood education, elementary school special education, and high school special education. I have...

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5.0 (1041)
60/hour
3,589 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response time is based on Lydia’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

I have been working with students (aged 2 through 18) who had special needs since 2011. I have experience working with students in early childhood education, elementary school special education, and high school special education. I have...

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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 (129)
60/hour
452 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 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...

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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
782 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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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 (2529)
60/hour
9,188 hours tutoring
Response time: 15 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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Alex S.
85/hour

Special Needs & EF Specialist | IEPs, Study Skills & Advocacy

I was a special education student from K-12, graduated with university honors, and hold a Master’s degree in Positive Psychology. This gives me both the personal and professional background to support students with diverse learning needs. I have...

5.0 (190)
85/hour
990 hours tutoring

I was a special education student from K-12, graduated with university honors, and hold a Master’s degree in Positive Psychology. This gives me both the personal and professional background to support students with diverse learning needs. I have...

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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 (456)
45/hour
2,221 hours tutoring
Response time: 34 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.

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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
3,378 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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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.

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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 (1658)
64/hour
6,290 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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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
256 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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Linda A.
135/hour

Certified ESE/Special Education and Phonics Teacher K-12

As a Certified Special Education Teacher, I have taught students of all exceptionalities and ages. I have taught them in self-contained classrooms, inclusion classrooms and general education classrooms as well as privately online. I am an...

4.9 (233)
135/hour
2,121 hours tutoring

As a Certified Special Education Teacher, I have taught students of all exceptionalities and ages. I have taught them in self-contained classrooms, inclusion classrooms and general education classrooms as well as privately online. I am an...

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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 (1429)
45/hour
6,996 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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Karim S.
70/hour

Fun and Patient Art Teacher

I have been working with adults with developmental disabilities for ten years. I began in 2006 as studio manager at a local art studio in Chicago and in 2013 worked one on one with a client with autism for 4 months. In 2014, I started work at a...

4.9 (425)
70/hour
1,926 hours tutoring

I have been working with adults with developmental disabilities for ten years. I began in 2006 as studio manager at a local art studio in Chicago and in 2013 worked one on one with a client with autism for 4 months. In 2014, I started work at a...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Jade T.
187/hour

Certified Specialist for Special Needs Students

As Director, I used all the knowledge and experience of those certifications to provide specialized training for best practices to ensure that students with Special Needs including both mild and significant...

4.9 (745)
187/hour
2,975 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 minutesNote that average response time is based on Jade’s active hours, which are 10:00 am - 3:00 am UTC.

As Director, I used all the knowledge and experience of those certifications to provide specialized training for best practices to ensure that students with Special Needs including both mild and significant...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
James C.
60/hour

Experienced Tutor - Special Needs/Accelerated/All Ages

...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...

4.9 (254)
60/hour
2,670 hours tutoring

...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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Candace R.
85/hour

MS in Special Education - Teacher for 20+ Yrs Exp.

I have a masters degree in Special Education and have been working with students on all spectrums for over 20 years. I specialize in working with students to improve their reading, math and study skills so they can improve.

4.9 (577)
85/hour
2,374 hours tutoring

I have a masters degree in Special Education and have been working with students on all spectrums for over 20 years. I specialize in working with students to improve their reading, math and study skills so they can improve.

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Nancy M.
60/hour

EdD in Special Education with 30+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have a MEd in Special Education from the University of Texas and an EdD in Special Education from the University of Washington. I have taught students with disabilities in public schools in Texas and Kansas, and I have taught in inclusive...

4.8 (24)
60/hour
91 hours tutoring

I have a MEd in Special Education from the University of Texas and an EdD in Special Education from the University of Washington. I have taught students with disabilities in public schools in Texas and Kansas, and I have taught in inclusive...

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