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Liz
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...
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)

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Molly
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...
Northwestern University
Master of Science in Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jessica
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...
University of Chicago
Current Undergrad, Economics, Cancer Biology
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Yan
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...
Boston College
Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
Boston College
Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Heather
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...
Cornell University
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
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Victoria
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...
Yale University
Master's Degree in Education
Southern Connecticut State University
Master of Science, Education
Yale University
Bachelor in Arts
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Harry
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 ...
Northwestern University
Bachelor in Arts, Theater
Northwestern University
BA (School of Communications)
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Mati
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...
New York University
Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Elliot
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...
Hampshire College
Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
Vanderbilt University
Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience
Certified Tutor
Alan
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...
Harvard University
Masters, Education
New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Bachelors, Mathematics
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Alex
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...
Washington University in St. Louis
Masters, Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelors, Psychology
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James
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...
SUNY University at Albany
Bachelor of Science, Economics and Japanese
Washington University in St. Louis
Current Grad, Physical Therapy
Certified Tutor
Max
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...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Ominira
Every learner processes information differently, and Ominira's master's degree in Multicultural Education gave her deep training in adapting instruction to fit diverse cognitive and linguistic needs. She breaks down assignments into structured, manageable steps — whether that means scaffolding a rea...
University of California-San Francisco
Master of Arts, Multicultural Education
Oral Roberts University
Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sydney
Five years of working specifically with students who have learning differences — dyslexia, ADHD, processing disorders — taught Sydney that the content isn't usually the problem; it's the delivery. She redesigns how material is presented, using multisensory techniques and scaffolded instructions so t...
Mercer University
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
Special education tutoring provides personalized 1-on-1 instruction tailored to each student's unique learning needs, IEP goals, and learning style. Tutors work with students on academic subjects, executive functioning skills, social-emotional learning, and strategies to build independence—all customized to support progress toward specific IEP objectives and grade-level expectations.
In a classroom setting with an 18:1 average student-teacher ratio in Dayton schools, students with diverse needs share instructional time. Personalized tutoring offers one-on-one attention where the pace, teaching methods, and content focus entirely on your student's individual learning profile. This allows tutors to adjust strategies in real-time, address specific gaps, and celebrate progress at your student's own pace.
Yes. Tutors work collaboratively with your student's school team and can align instruction with IEP goals, classroom curriculum, and state standards. Many tutors review IEP documents to understand accommodations and modifications, then provide targeted support in academic areas like reading, math, and writing while reinforcing the skills and strategies being taught in the classroom.
Students often struggle with foundational skills in reading fluency, phonics, and comprehension; math computation and problem-solving; executive functioning (organization, time management, planning); and self-advocacy. Many also face frustration from repeated academic setbacks. Personalized tutoring addresses these specific challenges through targeted skill-building, multi-sensory learning strategies, and confidence-building in a low-pressure environment.
The first session is an opportunity for the tutor to get to know your student—their strengths, interests, learning style, and specific areas where they need support. The tutor will review any relevant information you share (IEP, recent assessments, classroom feedback) and establish rapport. This foundation helps the tutor design a personalized approach that resonates with your student and targets meaningful progress.
Look for tutors with special education certification, experience working with students with specific learning disabilities or diagnoses relevant to your student, and familiarity with IEP processes and accommodations. Strong tutors also demonstrate patience, flexibility, and the ability to break down complex skills into manageable steps. When you connect with Varsity Tutors, we match you with tutors whose expertise aligns with your student's needs.
Progress is tracked through multiple measures: movement toward IEP goals, improved performance on classroom assignments and tests, growth in specific skills (like reading fluency or math facts), increased independence and confidence, and feedback from both the tutor and your student's classroom teacher. Regular communication with your tutor helps you see concrete evidence of improvement and adjust focus as needed.
Connect with Varsity Tutors and tell us about your student's learning needs, IEP goals, and areas where they need support. We'll match you with an experienced tutor who understands your student's specific challenges and learning style. From there, you can schedule a first session and begin building a personalized tutoring plan that supports your student's success.
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