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60 special needs tutors are listed in Boston, MA
The average posted rate is $36/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs tutors is 5 years
Special needs tutors in Boston, MA
Hello families! I am a skilled literacy specialist. I have a masters in elementary education from the Lynch School of Education at Boston College. I am trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach, Lindamood-Bell LiPS Program and more. I am passionate about supporting children as they embark on a lifetime of learning. As a tutor and...
5.0
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I am a 2022 graduate from Tufts University and an incoming teacher at the Loomis Chaffee School with a love for mathematics. When I tell people I love math, I normally get a confused look in response. For me, math is not solely numbers and theorems. Math is about looking at a challenging problem and breaking it down into...
5.0
"Andrew tutored my son (10th grade) during the '21-'22 academic school year. He is always extremely organized, patient, and prepared for his tutoring sessions. Andrew also makes the tutoring sessions fun which helps keep my son engaged in the lessons. My son grew...
Ed B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been teaching Special Education at the Elementary school level for two years and LOVE working with children. I am looking for some extra work over the summer while school is out.
5.0
"I hired Kelly to assist me with improving my child's reading skills over the summer. Kelly was personable and competent. My child looked forward to their sessions. She was very helpful in assisting my child. I would recommend her to others and rehire her if the...
Dorothy P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated tutor who loves working with kids. I am an elementary school special education teacher in Concord. While I currently work with fourth grade students I also have extensive experience tutoring students from kindergarten through sixth grade. I am about to finish my 21st year at my school.
5.0
"Beth has worked with one of my son's for the last several years. He has dyslexia and actually Beth was the first person to figure out what his reading problem was. She has been incredibly helpful, whether it be with his IEP, assessments, and reading in general. I...
Heather B.
5.0
(1)
I am a former teacher and higher ed professional with 12 years experience. I have a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education and Psychology and a Masters in Special Education. I had experience as a TA and tutor in biology and statistics.
5.0
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Last year, I was a Kindergarten teacher, focusing on foundational reading and math skills and social and emotional learning.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have tutored elementary school children for a year in Easton mass. I have tutored elementary children in Randolph and Brockton for a year after college as well. I have also worked in small groups setting to teach lessons and help out in the regular classroom. I am currently working as a classroom teacher at The Boston Higashi...
5.0
"I hired Cait in December 2021 to tutor my two oldest sons for two hours after school on Mondays and Wednesdays. She was always on time and prepared. My oldest son who is on the Autism Spectrum was a bit of a challenge for Cait at the beginning, but Cait always...
Stacy-ann C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I hold a Bachelor's Degree from Boston College with a double major in English and Secondary Education, and a concentration in special education. I greatly enjoy working with children of all ages. I hold an initial license to teach English at grades 8-12.
5.0
"Carol has been great with my son for the last 3 years and has put together detailed lesson plans for his tutoring sessions. She provides honest feedback and examples of the work they’ve done together. I highly recommend Carol as a tutor. She’s been part of my son’s...
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Marla M.
East Boston, MA
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I have ample experience tutoring kids ages 4-18. As a Head Tutor at Hamilton College's A Better Chance program, I mentored eight high school boys and coordinated work schedules for the undergraduate tutors. I was also a tutor for America Reads and instructed second-grade students to enhance their reading skills and increase...
4.0
"Marla did a great job working for me as a head tutor for our A Better Chance program (high school tutoring group). She was responsible, passionate, and dedicated to her work with the high school boys, as well as being an intelligent and capable tutor. She was...
Amy J.
Marie H.
Somerville, MA
$60-75/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am a former teacher with 6 years of professional teaching experience. I have taught 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
-Essay writing
-SAT/ACT/GED...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience tutoring (K-12 and College Level) and 3 years teaching in a classroom setting (Algebra). I have a Masters degree in Secondary Education Mathematics and I am able to modify lessons for the individual scholar. I continuously encourage each scholar to achieve more than they thought they could....
5.0
"Loise does a great job tutoring my kid. She helps him work on his math homework. Loise makes sure he understands his math homework and let him solve the problems by prompting him."
Clyde A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a researcher at MGH. I'm 27 years old and graduated from 2021 with a degree in psychology and biology, and will start my clinical psych doctorate this summer. I have experience tutoring both elementary and middle schoolers in subjects including English, ESL, Science, Psychology, and Math. Additionally, I have extensive...
Rachel S.
Dorchester, MA
$40-100/hr • 6 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher Offering Academic, Creative, And Performance Lessons
5.0
(2)
I earned my master's degree from Emerson College in Theatre Education. Priorly, I earned my bachelor's degree from Lebanon Valley College in English Literature and Secondary Education, where I graduated with departmental honors and Magna Cum Laude. I am certified to teach Theatre (all levels) and English (5th-12th) in the state...
5.0
"Rachel was my student teacher when I was in high school- she was engaging, enthusiastic, and creative. Her dedication and passion were evident through the work she did with my class. "
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5.0
(1)
Hello! This is Katherine, a native Spanish speaker, I have 2 bachelor's degrees in childhood and preschool, I have worked with children from newborn to 15 years old, I have also taken courses at Yale University on the ABCs of parenting and at Stanford on child nutrition It will be a pleasure to help you with the care of your...
5.0
"She is so sweet and professional."
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5.0
(1)
To whom it may concern, I speak Haitian Creole and French on top of speaking English.
Back in college, I tutored students in Math and science classes as needed. I also worked as a teacher/lab assistant for the college while I earn my degree.
So I can help students from 0years- undergraduate level.
I worked as an educator and...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a middle school ELA teacher; I currently teach eighth grade, though I have experience teaching sixth and seventh grade, as well as Early Childhood Education. I currently teach ELA, and I also have background in Math, as well as Severe and Moderate Disability. I tutor students in ELA, college prep (SAT, admissions essays,...
5.0
"Amelia is a gem! She is organized, caring, honest, enthusiastic and always has great book recommendations for my son. Amelia is incredibly helpful and has a great depth of knowledge. Moreover, she is wonderful at forming positive relationships with kids!"
Libby F.
Lizzy B.
Brighton, MA
$70-75/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(14)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
15 Years of Tutoring Experience / Tutor of All Ages / Mentor / Academic Coach
Hello there! I've been a tutor for 15 years and have worked with kids and young adults of all ages. I'm an expert at figuring out where the issues lie, setting up a plan of action, and of course making sure that every lesson is fun and educational!...
5.0
"Liz has been so wonderful for my 2 nieces. Her background allows her to help both the 7th grader and the 10th grader. She has been able to anticipate needs and help them. She has made a big difference in a short time. We love her!"
Kerry I.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am looking for a position in which I might support your family with childcare, tutoring and/or cooking. I have a Masters in Education with 30 years experience teaching 5-12-year-old children in schools and summer programs. My particular areas of skill are the language and visual arts. I spent many years as well caring...
Genesha F.
Dorchester, MA
$25-45/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hello my name is Genesha I'm a certified infant, toddler, preschool teacher. I've work with speech delayed children, Children with behavioral difficulties and helping students with sports and exploring their artistic skills! Please contact me if you have any questions.
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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Recent special needs tutors reviews in Boston, MA
Andrew W.
5.0
Andrew tutored my son (10th grade) during the '21-'22 academic school year. He is always extremely organized, patient, and prepared for his tutoring sessions. Andrew also makes the tutoring sessions fun which helps keep my son engaged in the lessons. My son grew academically this year with Andrew's...
- Ed B.
Kelly M.
5.0
I hired Kelly to assist me with improving my child's reading skills over the summer. Kelly was personable and competent. My child looked forward to their sessions. She was very helpful in assisting my child. I would recommend her to others and rehire her if the need presents itself again.
- Dorothy P.
Beth K.
5.0
Beth has worked with one of my son's for the last several years. He has dyslexia and actually Beth was the first person to figure out what his reading problem was. She has been incredibly helpful, whether it be with his IEP, assessments, and reading in general. I am very thankful for all the help...
- Heather B.
Caitlin G.
5.0
I hired Cait in December 2021 to tutor my two oldest sons for two hours after school on Mondays and Wednesdays. She was always on time and prepared. My oldest son who is on the Autism Spectrum was a bit of a challenge for Cait at the beginning, but Cait always showed up. Her experience and knowledge...
- Stacy-ann C.
Carol H.
5.0
Carol has been great with my son for the last 3 years and has put together detailed lesson plans for his tutoring sessions. She provides honest feedback and examples of the work they’ve done together. I highly recommend Carol as a tutor. She’s been part of my son’s academic success and we plan on...
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FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Boston, MA
How much do special needs tutors near me in Boston, MA charge per hour?
The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Boston, MA is $36.73 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.
How can I find special needs tutoring near me in Boston, MA?
If you’re looking for tutoring for special needs students near you in Boston, 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.
How can I safely hire a special needs tutor for my child near me in Boston, MA?
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 Boston, 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.
What types of special needs tutors are available near me in Boston, MA?
There are many different types of special needs tutors near you in Boston, 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.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a special needs tutor near me in Boston, MA?
When you are searching for tutors for special needs students near you in Boston, 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.
Ratings for Boston, MA special needs tutors listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Tutors in Boston, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs tutors.