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New York, NY

He has Dyscalculia and the math he's taking he has to take before moving onto the regular math next semester.

October 23
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A MyAutismTeam Member

Does he have anyone who could tutor him? Perhaps the college has disability services who can provide such :)

October 23
A MyAutismTeam Member

They’re legally required to provide the accommodations he needs as long as he has a disability diagnosis. I have a friend with 2 level 2 kids who are both in college now, but he needed a lawyer or threats of getting one to make their schools provide what they needed. You may want to look into getting a special needs lawyer to help with the process. Since he’s 18+ it’s on him to advocate for himself now.

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A MyAutismTeam Member

Wow this is a great list. Thank You so much BrianBrooks !

October 23
A MyAutismTeam Member

Top Autism Math Tutoring Options in New York

• Hunter College Learning Lab (HCLL)
• Type: University-supervised special education tutoring
• Focus: Offers free tutoring in reading, writing, and math for students in grades 2 through 12 who have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Location: Hunter's 68th Street campus in Manhattan, online, and partner school sites across New York City.
• Details: Sessions are led by graduate students in Hunter's Learning Disabilities program and supervised by faculty. Learn more at the Hunter College Learning Lab.
• Brooklyn Letters
• Type: Integrated private therapy and academic center
• Focus: Provides structured, individualized 1:1 support in math, literacy, and communication for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Location: NYC metro area (in-person and remote sessions available seven days a week).
• Details: Combines academic instruction with specialized support tailored to neurodivergent learning profiles.
• NYC Tutoring
• Type: Customized private in-home and mobile tutoring
• Focus: Math tutoring (from elementary math up to high school math and calculus) designed around autistic routines and comfort.
• Location: Travels anywhere in the NYC metro area, including Long Island, parts of Westchester County, New Jersey, and Connecticut.
• Details: Families can specify preferred environments (such as a quiet library or home setting) and sensory accommodations.
• EBL Coaching
• Type: Specialized learning and tutoring center
• Focus: Instruction for students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism, covering math, executive functioning, and foundational skills.
• Location: Manhattan and virtual options across NYC.
• Details: Uses structured, multi-sensory teaching approaches customized to individual diagnostic profiles.
• Independent & Platform Tutors (Wyzant, Superprof)
• Type: Independent special education or certified math teachers
• Focus: Individualized math and academic coaching. For example, local platform tutors like Shaniqua H. on Wyzant charge approximately $40/hour for autism-focused academic support, while NYS-certified special education and math teachers on Superprof or local networks range around $80/hour (frequently with introductory session options).

October 23
MyAutismTeam

It's great that your son is in college and working toward his goals! Dyscalculia alongside autism can make math especially challenging, but there are some practical strategies that can really help.

Here are some accommodations and supports worth exploring:

- Request testing accommodations — Ask the college if he can be tested Show Full Answer

It's great that your son is in college and working toward his goals! Dyscalculia alongside autism can make math especially challenging, but there are some practical strategies that can really help.

Here are some accommodations and supports worth exploring:

- Request testing accommodations — Ask the college if he can be tested differently, such as typing answers on a computer rather than writing them out by hand
- Reduce written work pressure — If showing his work on paper is the struggle (not the math itself), advocate for alternatives that let him demonstrate what he actually knows
- Use technology — Tablets or computers can help him organize work and complete assignments more efficiently
- Tutoring or one-on-one support — Many colleges offer free tutoring centers or disability support services specifically for students who need extra help
- Talk to the professor early — Being upfront about his needs before things become a bigger issue tends to lead to better outcomes It's also worth encouraging him to self-advocate at his college's disability services office. The earlier he connects with them, the sooner accommodations can be put in place. Many students with autism are far more capable than standard testing formats allow them to show — sometimes the barrier is the format, not the knowledge!

October 23

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