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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lena

Masters, MFA in Creative Writing
Lena's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Elementary Math

Lena's daily experience as a middle school teacher means she's practiced at adapting lessons on the fly when a student needs a different entry point into material. She breaks tasks into smaller, clearly sequenced steps and uses patient repetition and multi-sensory techniques to reinforce skills in r...

Education

University of Massachusetts-Boston

Masters, MFA in Creative Writing

Cornell University

Bachelors

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sydney

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Sydney's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

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...

Education

Mercer University

Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Test Scores
SAT
1400

Certified Tutor

Grant

Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Grant's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Middle School Math

Grant has spent two decades working successfully with students across a wide range of learning differences, from processing disorders to ADHD to math-specific anxiety. His approach strips away the shame many students carry — he slows down, re-explains using different models, and builds lessons aroun...

Education

Haverford College

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Frequently Asked Questions

Special education tutoring provides personalized 1-on-1 instruction tailored to a student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and learning needs. Tutors work with students on academic skills, executive functioning, social-emotional development, and adaptive strategies—all customized to support the specific challenges your student faces, whether that's reading comprehension, math computation, attention, or social interaction.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who understand IEP requirements and can reinforce the goals outlined in your student's plan. Before starting, tutors review your student's IEP targets and work collaboratively with you to ensure tutoring sessions complement classroom instruction and address priority areas—whether that's literacy, numeracy, speech and language, or behavioral supports.

With 252 schools across 13 school districts in El Paso serving over 154,000 students, many learners with disabilities struggle with the pace of classroom instruction, inconsistent support across multiple teachers, and difficulty transferring skills from one setting to another. A 15:1 student-teacher ratio in many classrooms means individualized attention is limited—personalized tutoring fills that gap by providing focused, repetitive practice and explicit strategy instruction that builds confidence and independence.

In a classroom setting, teachers must balance the needs of many students with varying abilities and paces. Personalized tutoring allows a tutor to slow down, repeat concepts as needed, use multi-sensory approaches, and adjust strategies in real-time based on what works for your student. This one-on-one format also builds trust and reduces anxiety, creating a safe space where students feel comfortable taking risks and asking questions.

Look for tutors with experience in your student's specific disability or learning difference—whether that's dyslexia, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, intellectual disability, or speech/language needs. Ideal tutors have training in evidence-based interventions like Structured Literacy, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), or social-emotional learning; familiarity with IEP processes; and patience combined with high expectations. Varsity Tutors can connect you with tutors who have the specialized background your student needs.

The first session is typically an assessment and relationship-building meeting. The tutor will learn about your student's strengths, challenges, learning style, IEP goals, and what motivates them. You'll discuss priorities, share relevant background information, and establish a plan for how tutoring will support your student's growth. This foundation ensures that subsequent sessions are focused, purposeful, and aligned with your family's goals.

Progress looks different for each student and depends on IEP goals—it might be improved reading fluency, better math fact recall, increased independence with a task, or improved social communication. Tutors track progress through regular data collection, skill checklists, and observations shared with you and your student's school team. Many families see measurable gains within 4-8 weeks of consistent tutoring, with improvements in both academic skills and confidence.

Frequency depends on your student's needs, IEP goals, and your family's situation. Many students benefit from 2-3 sessions per week to build momentum and reinforce learning between school days, though some start with 1 session weekly. Consistency matters more than intensity—regular, predictable tutoring helps students develop routines, build skills progressively, and transfer learning to other settings. Your tutor can recommend a schedule based on your student's progress and goals.

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