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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
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
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
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
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Special education tutoring is personalized 1-on-1 instruction designed for students with individualized education programs (IEPs), 504 plans, or specific learning differences. Unlike classroom instruction, special education tutoring focuses on your child's unique learning style, pace, and goals—whether that's addressing gaps in foundational skills, building confidence, or working toward IEP objectives. Tutors specializing in special education understand learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum differences, and other conditions that affect how students learn best.
Baltimore's two school districts serve over 151,000 students with varying levels of support, and personalized tutoring can complement your child's IEP by reinforcing skills taught in school, filling specific learning gaps, and building confidence in areas of struggle. Tutors can work directly with IEP objectives—whether that's reading fluency, math computation, social-emotional skills, or executive functioning—and provide targeted practice that accelerates progress. Many families find that consistent 1-on-1 instruction helps students make measurable gains between IEP review meetings.
Students with dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD, and other learning differences often struggle with traditional classroom pacing, multi-step instructions, and large-group settings. Personalized tutoring removes these barriers by using structured, evidence-based approaches (like multisensory reading methods or explicit math instruction), breaking tasks into manageable steps, and allowing unlimited time for practice and questions. This targeted approach helps students not just improve academically, but also rebuild confidence and develop strategies they can use independently.
The first session focuses on getting to know your child—their strengths, challenges, learning style, and specific goals. Tutors will review any available IEP documentation, understand what skills need reinforcement, and assess where your child is currently performing. This foundation allows tutors to create a personalized plan that aligns with school expectations and targets the areas where your child needs the most support.
Look for tutors with specialized training in learning disabilities, evidence-based intervention methods (like Orton-Gillingham for reading or Singapore Math for numeracy), and experience working with students who have IEPs or 504 plans. Many expert tutors hold special education certifications, have worked in special education classrooms, or specialize in specific conditions like dyslexia or ADHD. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors whose expertise matches your child's specific needs and learning profile.
Progress can be tracked through multiple measures: improvement on IEP benchmarks, gains on reading or math assessments, increased independence with skills, and growth in confidence and motivation. Many tutors use pre- and post-assessments, track fluency or accuracy over time, and provide regular updates on what your child is mastering. Setting clear, specific goals at the start—whether that's reading 20 words per minute or solving multi-step math problems—makes it easy to see tangible improvement.
Yes. While IEPs provide important accommodations and services, many students benefit from additional personalized instruction to close academic gaps. Tutoring offers intensive, targeted practice on foundational skills that may not receive enough focus in a classroom setting, even with special education support. Combined with classroom instruction and IEP services, tutoring can accelerate progress and help your child catch up to grade-level expectations.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in special education and understand Baltimore's school systems. Share your child's specific needs, IEP goals, and learning profile, and we'll match you with a tutor whose expertise aligns with what your child needs. The process is straightforward—you'll meet with a tutor, discuss goals, and begin personalized instruction tailored to your child's unique learning style.
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