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Award-Winning Special Education Tutors serving Queens, NY

Liz

Certified Tutor

Liz

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Liz's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Liz holds a master's in Special Education (Mild to Moderate Disabilities, grades 5–12) from Simmons College and has worked extensively with students who have learning disabilities, ADHD, dyslexia, and emotional impairments. That clinical training, paired with her hands-on experience teaching and dir...

Education

Simmons College

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)

Test Scores
ACT
34
Jessica

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jessica

Current Undergrad, Economics, Cancer Biology
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Microbiology

Every learner processes information differently, and Jessica adapts her teaching style accordingly — breaking concepts into smaller steps, using visual organizers, or finding alternative explanations when the standard one doesn't click. Her science and economics training means she can support studen...

Education

University of Chicago

Current Undergrad, Economics, Cancer Biology

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1590
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

Molly

Master of Science in Education
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
1st-8th Grade Math
1st-8th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra

During her years teaching second through fourth grade, Molly worked daily with students who had a wide range of learning needs, from reading intervention to modified math instruction. She pulls from multiple curricula and adapts materials on the fly — adjusting pacing, breaking tasks into smaller st...

Education

Northwestern University

Master of Science in Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1480

Certified Tutor

Victoria

Master's Degree in Education
Victoria's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Trigonometry

Victoria spent three years as a certified classroom teacher through Teach for America, working with first through third graders who had a wide range of learning needs, including IEP-supported students. She adapts lessons to different processing styles and paces, breaking academic content into struct...

Education

Yale University

Master's Degree in Education

Southern Connecticut State University

Master of Science, Education

Yale University

Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Heather

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Heather's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

Heather's psychology background gives her real insight into how different learners process information — whether a student needs material broken into smaller chunks, presented visually, or reinforced through repetition. She's especially effective with kids who get frustrated easily, building their c...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Harry

Bachelor in Arts, Theater
Harry's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Calculus

Every learner processes information differently — some through auditory explanation, some through visual mapping, others through hands-on activity — and Harry builds each session around identifying what actually works for that student. His background in theater and education at Northwestern trained ...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, Theater

Northwestern University

BA (School of Communications)

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Yan

Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
Yan's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Every learner processes information differently, and Yan's entire educational philosophy centers on adapting how material is presented until it connects. Her master's in Curriculum and Instruction trained her to design differentiated lessons, and her years in Boston elementary and middle school clas...

Education

Boston College

Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction

Boston College

Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Test Scores
SAT
1500

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Mati

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Mati's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading and Writing
PSAT Critical Reading

Mati brings both professional and personal insight to special education — her doctoral work centered on learning disabilities, and as a mother of two children with dyslexia, she's navigated IEP meetings, accommodation plans, and reading interventions from every side of the table. She teaches strateg...

Education

New York University

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Elliot

Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience
Elliot's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math

A PhD in neuroscience means Elliot understands learning differences at the biological level — how attention, working memory, and processing speed vary across brains and what that means for instruction. He explicitly welcomes learners on the spectrum and tailors pacing, scaffolding, and sensory consi...

Education

Hampshire College

Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science

Vanderbilt University

Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1540
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

Alex

Masters, Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program
Alex's other Tutor Subjects
3rd-8th Grade Science
10th-12th Grade Writing
10th-12th Grade Reading
Calculus

Occupational therapy is fundamentally about adapting tasks so people can succeed despite neurological, developmental, or learning differences — and that's the perspective Alex brings to tutoring. Currently in Washington University's OT Doctorate program with a neuroscience background, Alex understan...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Masters, Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelors, Psychology

Certified Tutor

James

Current Grad, Physical Therapy
James's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Middle School Math

Teaching across dozens of NYC public schools exposed James to students with a wide range of learning differences, from processing delays to attention challenges. He builds individualized approaches — breaking instructions into smaller steps, using multi-sensory reinforcement, and adjusting pacing in...

Education

SUNY University at Albany

Bachelor of Science, Economics and Japanese

Washington University in St. Louis

Current Grad, Physical Therapy

Test Scores
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

Alan

Masters, Education
Alan's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4

A Master's in Education trained Alan in differentiated instruction, IEP-aligned goal setting, and multisensory teaching methods that reach learners who struggle in traditional classroom environments. He adapts pacing and materials to match each student's processing style, whether the challenge invol...

Education

Harvard University

Masters, Education

New Mexico State University-Main Campus

Bachelors, Mathematics

Certified Tutor

Kim

Masters, Business Administration and Management
Kim's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Elementary Math

Kim's approach starts with identifying the specific barrier a student faces — whether it's processing speed, attention, or difficulty transferring skills across contexts — and then adapting instruction around it. Her background spanning anthropology and business gives her an unusually flexible toolk...

Education

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Masters, Business Administration and Management

Princeton University

Bachelors

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Hans

Bachelors (Economics; minor: International Studies)
Hans's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic

Hans completed his Northwestern economics degree in three years rather than four, which required him to develop precise study systems and organizational strategies — skills he now applies when building structured routines for students who need extra support with executive function, task management, ...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors (Economics; minor: International Studies)

Test Scores
SAT
1520

Certified Tutor

Max

Bachelors
Max's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Subject Test in United States History

Max's psychology degree and his experience tutoring students from varied backgrounds in West Philadelphia gave him practical insight into how different learners process information. He adapts pacing, breaks concepts into smaller steps, and uses multisensory techniques to make material accessible acr...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Frequently Asked Questions

Special Education tutoring addresses individualized learning needs for students with disabilities, learning differences, or developmental delays. Tutors work with students on academic skills, executive functioning, social-emotional development, and independence skills—all tailored to each student's IEP goals and learning style. The focus is on building confidence and competence in areas where students need extra support.

In a classroom, teachers manage 20-30 students with varying needs, making it difficult to provide individualized pacing and strategies. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to adapt teaching methods in real-time, break skills into smaller steps, use multi-sensory approaches, and provide immediate feedback. This targeted approach helps students with learning differences or disabilities make faster progress on specific goals.

Students often struggle with reading fluency, math computation, written expression, attention and focus, organization, and social skills. Many also face frustration from repeated academic failure or difficulty keeping up with grade-level peers. Personalized tutoring builds skills in these areas at the student's own pace, using evidence-based strategies that work with their learning profile rather than against it.

Yes. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can review your child's IEP and align tutoring sessions with specific academic and functional goals. Whether your child needs support with reading, math, writing, speech and language, social skills, or executive functioning, tutors can reinforce what's being taught in school and provide extra practice in targeted areas.

The first session focuses on getting to know your child—their strengths, challenges, learning style, interests, and current academic level. The tutor will ask about your child's IEP, recent assessments, and specific areas where you'd like to see improvement. This assessment helps the tutor create a personalized plan and choose strategies that will work best for your child.

Most students benefit from 1-2 sessions per week, though frequency depends on your child's needs and goals. Some students see improvements in focus and confidence within 2-3 weeks, while academic skill gains typically become noticeable within 4-8 weeks of consistent practice. Progress is most visible when tutoring reinforces what's happening at school and home.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have expertise in Special Education, learning disabilities, developmental delays, and evidence-based teaching strategies. Many have backgrounds in special education teaching, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, or related fields. All tutors are vetted for their ability to work effectively with students who have diverse learning needs.

Progress is tracked through multiple measures: academic assessments (reading level, math fluency), behavioral observations (increased engagement, reduced frustration), skill mastery (mastering specific IEP goals), and feedback from parents and teachers. Regular check-ins help the tutor adjust strategies if needed and celebrate wins—whether that's a student reading a new word, completing homework independently, or asking for help appropriately.

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