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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)

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
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
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
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
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
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
Certified Tutor
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
Certified Tutor
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
6+ years
Madison
Teaching on an ESL elementary campus meant Madison regularly adapted lessons for students with vastly different learning needs, processing speeds, and communication styles. She builds individualized approaches — breaking instructions into smaller steps, using visual and auditory reinforcement, and a...
The Texas A&M University System Office
Bachelor in Arts, International and Intercultural Communication
Rice University
Current Grad Student, Global Studies
Rice University
undergraduate
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
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to adapt teaching methods, pacing, and materials to match each student's unique learning style, strengths, and challenges—something difficult to achieve in a classroom with a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tutors can focus entirely on the student's specific goals, whether that's building foundational skills, preparing for standardized assessments, or working toward IEP objectives, without the distractions and time constraints of a traditional classroom setting.
Yes. Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who understand IEP frameworks and can work collaboratively with your student's school team to reinforce goals outlined in their Individualized Education Program. Tutors can provide targeted practice on specific skill areas, help implement recommended accommodations, and track progress in ways that complement classroom instruction and support overall educational planning.
Students often struggle with foundational academic skills, executive functioning, social-emotional learning, or processing information at the pace of classroom instruction. Personalized tutoring addresses these challenges by breaking concepts into smaller, manageable steps, using multi-sensory approaches, providing frequent feedback, and allowing students to practice at their own pace—all evidence-based strategies that boost confidence and skill development.
The first session is an opportunity for the tutor to understand your student's learning profile, current skill levels, IEP goals, and preferred learning methods. The tutor will ask about strengths, challenges, past interventions, and your family's priorities, then develop a personalized plan that aligns with your student's needs and school-based goals. This foundation ensures that all future sessions are targeted and meaningful.
Look for tutors with special education certification, experience working with students who have similar diagnoses or learning profiles, knowledge of evidence-based interventions (like structured literacy, task analysis, or visual supports), and familiarity with IEP processes. Ideally, tutors should also be skilled at building rapport, adapting on the fly, and communicating progress to families and school teams.
Effective tutors track progress through regular assessment of specific, measurable goals—such as fluency improvements, accuracy on targeted skills, or mastery of IEP objectives. Progress should be documented through data collection, skill checklists, work samples, or standardized assessments, and shared with families regularly so you can see exactly how your student is advancing and adjust the tutoring plan as needed.
Colorado Springs has 18 school districts and 232 schools, each with their own special education programs and services. Tutors familiar with Colorado Springs schools understand local curriculum standards, assessment practices, and district-specific IEP processes, which helps ensure tutoring complements what your student is learning in school. Varsity Tutors connects students with tutors who can navigate these local resources and collaborate with your student's school team.
Frequency and duration depend on your student's specific needs, goals, and current skill levels. Some students benefit from weekly sessions focused on one or two skill areas, while others may need multiple sessions per week for more intensive support. Your tutor will recommend a schedule based on the initial assessment and your family's goals, and you can adjust as your student progresses or priorities shift.
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