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Michelle L.

Bolingbrook, IL

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$22/hr
As someone who values learning and growth, I'm passionate about helping students build confidence in both Math and English. Whether it's breaking down complex math problems or strengthening grammar, reading, and writing skills, I focus on meeting students where they are and helping them progress at their own pace. I believe in...
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Cindy P.

Homer Glen, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I am a former high school English/composition/literature teacher. I am currently a professional exam developer. I am available as a tutor.
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Olivia P.

Joliet, IL

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$21/hr
2 years experience
I've been tutoring a7-year-old boy in South Bend, Indiana for about two years. I am now moving back home and am looking for tutoring jobs for the summer. I enjoy tutoring, English, reading, writing, grammar, and math for elementary school.
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Dean C.

Certified Flight Instructor With A Passion To Help Students Learn And Grow In Any Subject!

Mokena, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
As a certified flight instructor and coach at Lewis University, I am passionate about sharing my love for teaching in all areas of life. In addition to my flight instruction, I am part of United Airlines' Aviate intern program and will begin flying for United in 2026. However, my true goal is to become a simulator instructor at...
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Patricia L.

Mokena, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have experience as a special education resource teacher, teaching students in Reading, Language Arts, Math, and Science.
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Amary M.

Joliet, IL

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$15/hr
I have been tutoring in the areas of math and English since my sophomore year in high-school. I am also currently attending Illinois state university to receive my Bachelors in Education, specifically Deaf Education.
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Nahrain I.

HELPING STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES ACHIEVE SUCCESS

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
The world of Special Education can be challenging for students, families and teachers to navigate. I leverage my expertise to help you support students with special needs across all abilities and grade levels. Have Questions About Your Child's IEP or 504 Plan? Looking for Advice About How Best to Support Your Child at Home? I...

Care Member says "Nahrain works with my 9 year old twice a week on math, reading and science. My daughter is super picky about teachers and struggles with schoolwork. She...

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Amy L.

Part Time Tutor For Students With Special Needs

Frankfort, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a special education teacher and have worked with students ages K-8th grade with learning and emotional disabilities. I have previously tutored a home bound student for 4 months. I can tutor in the areas of math and literature (reading), as well as other areas.

Eida M. says "I can't say enough great things about Amy. When we first met Amy she was an assistant teacher for a home day care that my 2 sons attended. After she left...

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Vanessa B.

Tutor (Regular And Special Needs)

Darien, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have extensive tutoring skills with regular and special needs children including autistic children. I tutor in my Darien home, students' homes, or library. I have several approaches in order to engage students in learning and make them eager to achieve.

Laura B. says "I get tutor in Math and Reading "

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Darlene D.

Tutor Available

Montgomery, IL

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I tutor elementary spelling, reading, writing, language arts, phonics, speaking skills & grammar. I tutor students w/ Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, ADD, ADHD, autism spectrum, Down Syndrome, Asperger, & other physical disabilities & students with no disabilities. More than 12 yrs experience. I have patience to teach & reteach different...

Nidhi J. says "Darlene is an exceptional individual. She knows how to guide my children ages 6 and 10. Darlene is always punctual and professional in all the sense. I...

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Hina G.

Tutor

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a tutor and I love to share my knowledge with others. I tutor for English, Math, Science and other areas of study, and have over 10 years of experience working with kids. I have my Bachelors Degree in Communications with a digital marketing background and working towards my Certificates in Computer Science. I am also...

Cynthia T. says "Sheema did an excellent job of helping my son prepare for his Geometry Final!!!! She was punctual and very nice to work with."

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Traci K.

Part-time Tutor

Warrenville, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Prior to attending the University of South Florida, I worked with elementary and middle-school aged students in math and reading comprehension. I helped these students with their homework, went over class lessons and notes that they may not have understood, and developed mini "quizzes" to ensure that they had mastered or better...

Cheryl A. says "Traci has actually helped my daughter to embrace algebra. This is a subject that she has failed most of her life due to learning disabilities. She is in...

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Rebecca Z.

Educator & Instructionalist | Academic Tutor

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hi parents! I am a college graduate of 3 majors that include both social and hard sciences. I was a math tutor since elementary school (though unpaid until sometime in high school) and often assisted my siblings and various neighborhood kids. Previous homework help/tutoring work includes working at a math and science school for...

Carolina E. says "Rebecca has been an amazing Math tutor to my 8th grade daughter. I wanted a tutor to help her with homework but also help her with her confidence....

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Maura S.

Science And Math Tutor-Grade 3 To College Level. Available Weeknights And Weekends.

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have always had a passion for teaching and tutoring others. While attending the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, I tutored elementary and high school aged students in the area and taught science summer classes through Kid's Institute. While in college, I tutored calculus for Ripon College and was the Genetics tutor at...

Eva L. says "Maura is awesome! Beside being very intelligent, she is responsible, available and really good at what she does. Maura has tutored my daughter for about 1...

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Eileen M.

Experienced Tutor Available

Oak Lawn, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, My name is Eileen and I have been tutoring students for over 12 years. I have a B. A. in Psychology and completed M. A. in Education at St. Xavier University. I have helped many students improve their grades, organizational skills, and confidence in their school work. I would be happy to meet with you and discuss your needs...

Ivonne N. says "Eileen is the tutor of my 5 year old and during this time the improvement is incredible noticeable. She is a great person, and my son loves the tutor time...

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Lucia E.

You Need A Tutor, I Got The Support!

Aurora, IL

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I grew up doing home tutoring since I was in eight grade. Going to school and wanting to teach has always been my thing. I've tutored at community centers for English, foreign language in Spanish and French, Math and Science. I have also helped run after school dance classes and prep for ACT and exam prep. I helped kids find a...
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Cassidy M.

Future High-school Teacher...Would Love To Help You Or Your Child.

Yorkville, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
Hi there! I have been a nanny for many years. I have experience working with children of all different ages 3months-13years and many diverse needs. I have often been the go-to tutor among family and friends. Last year I taught preschool and helped 3 children 8, 11, 13 with E-learning and tutoring. I also helped a high school...

Lindsay P. says "Cassidy has been tutoring our 2 boys twice a week for over a few months now and it has been wonderful! We have seen major improvements in our sons grades...

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Rachel F.

Part-Time After School Tutor Available

Darien, IL

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Rachel and I am a full time classroom teacher. This is my fifth year teaching Kindergarten and I worked as a paraprofessional in a 1st grade classroom for 2 years prior. I absolutely love my job and love helping children grow to reach their full potential. I aim to incorporate engaging, hands-on activities during...

Sarah S. says "Rachel has been great working with my first grader in tutoring! She is punctual, attentive, and doesn't mind the dogs. I'm looking forward to her...

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Faith G.

Patient, Experienced Special Needs Tutoring

Midlothian, IL

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$35/hr
10 years experience
As a fully credentialed Special Education experience with 8 years classroom teaching, I am well versed in working with children with special needs; adapting lessons, managing behaviors, implementing behavior plans, charting data, etc. I am extremely patient and flexible and find that children bond easily to me. I am committed to...
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Taylor D.

Special Educator And Prospective Speech-Language Pathologist

Aurora, IL

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$28/hr
8 years experience
My name is Taylor and I am a certified Special Education Teacher previously employed by Chicago Public Schools. I have coursework in Speech-Language Pathology at the Masters level. I specialize in accommodated/modified learning, working with students with disabilities, and teaching math and English/literature. I look forward to...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $29.33/hr as of August 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Lockport, IL

Special Needs Tutors in Lockport, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs tutors

Nahrain I.

Nahrain works with my 9 year old twice a week on math, reading and science. My daughter is super picky about teachers and struggles with...

- Care member

Amy L.

I can't say enough great things about Amy. When we first met Amy she was an assistant teacher for a home day care that my 2 sons attended....

- Eida M.

Vanessa B.

I get tutor in Math and Reading

- Laura B.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Lockport, IL

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Lockport, IL is $29.33 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 Lockport, IL, 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 Lockport, IL, 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 Lockport, IL. 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 Lockport, IL, 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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