Award-Winning Special Education Tutors
serving Scranton, PA

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 considerations to each student rather than defaulting to one-size-fits-all methods. His 5.0 rating speaks to that individualized care.

Every learner processes information differently, and Kate's years in the classroom have sharpened her ability to adapt explanations on the fly — whether that means using visual organizers for a student with ADHD or scaffolding a reading passage into smaller chunks for someone with a processing difference. She builds lessons around each student's strengths rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all approach.

Annie's graduate training in counseling psychology gave her direct experience with IEPs, learning accommodations, and the cognitive frameworks behind conditions like dyslexia, ADHD, and processing disorders. She adapts lesson pacing, breaks tasks into smaller chunks, and uses multi-sensory techniques tailored to each learner's profile — not a one-size-fits-all script.

Rosemary's graduate work in occupational therapy included extensive training in adaptive learning strategies, sensory processing, and task analysis — the clinical side of what special education looks like in practice. She volunteers regularly with the Down syndrome community, giving her hands-on experience tailoring instruction to different cognitive and developmental profiles. That combination means she doesn't just know accommodations exist; she knows how to implement them in real learning moments.

Clinical psychology training fundamentally changes how you understand a struggling learner — Danny's PhD work gives him insight into the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral dimensions that shape how students with learning differences engage with academic material. He draws on formal counseling psychology methods to identify what's actually getting in the way, then adapts instruction accordingly, whether the barrier is processing speed, attention, anxiety around schoolwork, or something else entirely. Rated 5.0 by families.

Every learner processes information differently, and Howe adapts pacing, materials, and communication style to match each student's needs rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether the focus is reading comprehension, written expression, or building organizational skills, Howe breaks tasks into manageable steps and adjusts in real time based on what's clicking. That patience and flexibility show up in a consistent 34 ACT-level command of the academic content itself.

Every learner processes information differently, and Zoe's experience in special education means she knows how to identify what's getting in the way — whether it's working memory, processing speed, or difficulty with executive function — and adjust her teaching accordingly. She creates multi-sensory lessons and scaffolded tasks that let students build confidence at their own pace. Her anthropology training also gives her a deep respect for different ways of knowing, which shapes how she approaches every session.

Years of experience working one-on-one with students who have ADHD and other learning differences taught Jillian that the right approach matters more than the right answer. She adapts pacing, breaks concepts into smaller chunks, and uses multiple modes — visual diagrams, verbal walkthroughs, hands-on practice — to match how each student learns best. Her background spans math and life sciences, so she can support students across several core subjects.

Alice's Child and Family Studies minor and education certification program trained her in differentiated instruction and individualized learning plans — skills she's applied across elementary, middle, and high school settings. She adapts pacing, materials, and communication style to each learner's needs, whether that means using graphic organizers to scaffold writing or breaking multi-step math problems into concrete, manageable pieces.

I am an Educator with 22 years of experience working with students of all ages, ability levels, and subject areas. I received my Masters of Education from Slippery Rock and my Bachelors of Art in Sociology with a focus on Secondary Teaching from Geneva College. I've taught in a variety of academic settings; private, public, alternative education, and online. Subjects taught include; Social Studies, Reading, English Language Arts, Math, Science, Biology, AP Psychology, Health, and Study Skills. I hold a Level II Pennsylvania Teaching Certification in the following areas: Special Education N-12, Social Studies, Mid-Level Math, and English. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Writing, Biology, Social Studies and Social Sciences. When working with students, whether in the classroom or in tutoring sessions, my mission is to assist them in reaching their maximum potential by using research based and innovative teaching methods. I aim to promote success and accomplishment for all students and look forward to working with you!

Students with learning differences often need material broken into smaller, more deliberate steps — especially in reading and writing. Paige uses phonics-based decoding, structured sentence-building exercises, and adaptive reading strategies to meet each learner's pace without skipping the foundational skills they need.

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, and academic planning. His 5.0 rating and broad teaching range across math, reading, and writing mean he can identify where a student is struggling and adjust his approach across multiple subject areas in a single session.

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 steps, and using multisensory approaches to make concepts accessible. Her 5.0 rating speaks to how well that individualized approach works.

Earning her Master's in Elementary Inclusive Education and Special Education at Columbia's Teachers College, Olivia is trained to differentiate instruction across learning profiles — whether a student has an IEP, a 504 plan, or simply learns differently than the standard classroom assumes. She breaks down academic content using multisensory techniques and scaffolded steps, connecting each lesson to the student's strengths rather than defaulting to one-size-fits-all methods.

Ivan holds a master's degree in both General and Special Education for grades 5–9 and has taught in self-contained classrooms, Collaborative Team Teaching settings, and Resource Rooms across New York City. That range means he can adapt pacing, modify assignments, and scaffold reading or writing tasks based on each student's IEP goals and learning profile. Rated 4.8 by families he's worked with.

As a Vanderbilt-trained and Tennessee-licensed special educator, Megan understands the full landscape — IEP goal writing, behavior intervention plans, differentiated instruction, and the legal framework of IDEA and Section 504. She tailors her approach to each learner's profile, whether that means building phonemic awareness for a student with dyslexia or creating visual math supports for a student who processes information differently. Her 5.0 rating speaks to how well that individualized approach works.

Charles holds a Master's in Counseling Psychology, which means he understands how different learners process information — not just in theory, but in practice. He adapts pacing, materials, and instruction style to match each student's needs, whether that means breaking a reading passage into smaller chunks or reteaching a math concept through a completely different method.

Holding a Texas Special Education teaching certification, Steve designs lessons around each learner's specific processing style rather than defaulting to one-size-fits-all worksheets. His approach leans heavily on multi-sensory techniques and scaffolded instructions, adjusting reading level, pacing, and task complexity so a student builds genuine confidence with the material.

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 students across multiple subjects while keeping the focus on building confidence and independence. She's patient, structured, and attentive to what each individual student actually needs to move forward.

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 classrooms gave her hands-on experience modifying content for diverse learning needs — whether that means breaking math problems into visual steps or restructuring reading assignments for accessibility.

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 directing tutors at a charter school in Boston, means she knows how to adapt instruction on the fly — whether that's restructuring a math lesson for a student with dyscalculia or building reading fluency strategies for a student with dyslexia. She designs individualized approaches grounded in each student's IEP goals and actual learning profile.

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 understands how conditions like ADHD, dyslexia, and sensory processing challenges affect learning and tailors strategies accordingly, from breaking assignments into smaller steps to using multisensory approaches for retention.

I am able to create quality, yet comprehensive curriculum for my students that will thrust them to succeed. I am very detailed oriented, creative, and have a passion for ensuring student success. It is my endeavor to combine my range of experience with my wealth of education. This includes being a loving, motivating, supporting, fun, and integral educator who will make a positive contribution to each student. I want to help all students build confidence, which will enhance their self esteem as well as personal values. Reaching this objective will directly reflect in the progression of their academic success.