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Christine G.

Experienced Teacher Ready To Tutor!

Alameda, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have a BS in Secondary Education and a BA is History from East Stroudsburg University. Throughout my years in college, I tutored a variety of children and teens in different subjects. Last school year, I was a 6th grade English and History teacher in Oakland and this year I am teaching Special Education. I have spent the past...
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Carla H.

Tutor

Alameda, CA

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$50/hr
5 years experience
My name is Carla. I am available for weekend all day or evening weekdays tutoring, homework help or reading intervention. I am a Special education teacher for the Oakland Unified School District. I currently teach HS 9th-12th grade. I am comfortable working with any age group. I can provide tutoring in all subjects and grade...
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Jamilexi A.

Alameda, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Jamilexi and I have 5 years of paid experience working with students (mostly in special education/behavioral health). I have a deep passion for helping others, especially children, succeed and feel confident in their learning journey. I bring patience, flexibility, and a strong ability to adapt to each...
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Hailey R.

Alameda, CA

5.0(0)
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$19/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Hailey. I live in Alameda, California. I am 21 yrs old. I have great experience with tutoring and testing children. I worked at Alameda Unified School District for two years as a (CELDT) tester; (California English Language Development Test) and also participated in other jobs like tutoring, homework, helping...
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Sabine W.

Alameda, CA

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$33/hr
10 years experience
I love helping students discover their confidence and find joy in learning. My background includes classroom teaching, one-on-one tutoring, mentoring, and leadership training, and I hold a master's degree in child psychology. Over the years, I've supported students of all ages and learning styles, including those with ADHD,...
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Sabine W.

Experienced Teacher Mentor And Trainer For All Types Of Learners

Alameda, CA

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$29/hr
10 years experience
I love helping students discover their confidence and find joy in learning. My background includes classroom teaching, one-on-one tutoring, mentoring, and leadership training, and I hold a master's degree in child psychology. Over the years, I've supported students of all ages and learning styles, including those with ADHD,...
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Nina Z.

Expert Tutoring By Credentialed Teacher/Reading Specialist Who Understands Unconventional Learners

Berkeley, CA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 years of teaching experience, mainly with middle and high school students with learning differences. I specialize in supporting and motivating unconventional and reluctant learners to succeed in school. I believe there is a way to engage every student, by building a positive relationship and incorporating each...

Anthea A. says "Nina worked with my 6th Grade for several months. We would have loved to continue as she is a wonderful teacher and helped him a lot. She is timely,...

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Rebecca W.

Private Lesson Instructor, Tutor

San Francisco, CA

5.0(0)
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$60/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have several years experience tutoring and providing interactive lessons. I have worked with young children through adults, from highly intelligent to developmentally disabled. I have worked through the school system, as well as privately. I am also qualified to be a substitute teacher. I would love to meet you and get started...
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Atusa A.

FUN Tutor & Coach: ALL SUBJECTS + Test Prep (PSAT, SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT) + Executive Functioning

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
As a UC Berkeley graduate with a BA in Psychology, I have been successfully working with students of all ages and developmental backgrounds since 2003. I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Reading, Writing and Comprehension as well essential critical thinking and executive functioning skills which are prerequisites for...

Tanja D. says "We love Atusa. Our 4-year-old is learning English as a second language and Atusa was very professional and approached things in a methodical fashion; at...

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Sherry C.

Tutoring Services

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$65/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
- 10+ years of tutoring experience - teacher leader at Growing IQ - scored in the 99th percentile on PSAT and ACT, 4. 14 GPA - main subjects of expertise: algebra, geometry, pre calculus, calculus, biology, chemistry, reading and writing skills from elementary school to college level, standardized test prep, college admission...

Susan H. says "Professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable in a variety of subject matters. Would highly recommend for future positions."

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Nikki M.

Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$75/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Nikki. I am a former elementary teacher. I was a 4th grade teacher for three years and 3rd grade teacher for two years. I am passionate, kind, creative and patient. With my 5+ years of experience, your child will receive excellent tutoring. My knowledge of curriculum, creating lessons, and building confidence...

Viviana D. says "We feel incredibly lucky to have found Nikki. She's reliable, punctual, patient and positive. My daughter is regularly taking tutoring lessons with her...

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Neda K.

Tutor

Berkeley, CA

4.8(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Hi parents. If you are looking for an experienced nanny/tutor here I am. Here are some details about me. I have a background in psychology. Before pandemic, I was working at a market research lab. After pandemic, I started working as a tutor. Then a lot of nanny jobs and tutoring jobs came my way. I realized how good I am with...

Brian B. says "Neda is passionate about her lessons and cares about our kids. We've seen notable improvements since our children started working with her."

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Kelly S.

San Francisco, CA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! Tutor I have a Master of Science degree in Education. I have a lot of experience with evidence-based practices and interventions in academic, behavior, and social-emotional domains. Likewise, I have experience working with students with disabilities. I believe in hands-on, engaging learning; kids learn by doing and...

Noah R. says "It was such a pleasure working with Kelly who we hired mid pandemic for both child care and additional tutoring support for our kids. Extremely...

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Margaret B.

General Ed & Special Needs Teacher!

San Francisco, CA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Maggie and I have been teaching for 12 years. I am originally from the East Coast, and have taught in both general education and special education settings. Currently, I am an Assistant Principal for Student Services in Redwood City. Previously I have taught TK-8 moderate/severe special needs. I have taught...
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Perla C.

San Francisco, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in a school setting for 3 years and prior to that I worked for the education department of a non profit organization. I currently work in the special education department at a charter school, supporting students with diverse learning needs. I also have experience tutoring K-8 students in reading, writing, math,...
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Reilly K.

Berkeley, CA

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$29/hr
2 years experience
I worked as a math tutor in high school working with students at my school and privately with families for all subjects. I also worked in a special needs classroom for a year and taught my special needs sister during Covid-19. I love helping students learn and as someone with ADHD I love helping students find what works best for...
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Danielle K.

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am an early career Psychologist who has years of experience working with kids, teens, and young adults with special needs. Helping those I work with develop themselves academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally is important to me. I believe in the power of human connection and growth, and see it as the fundamental...
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Jei S.

Oakland, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20 years of experience in teaching, tutoring, nannying, and social work. My background is working with students who have special needs and those in gifted/ accelerated programs or are neurodivergent / atypical learners. I appreciate meeting people where they are at and will build a working relationship with my...
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Ariana A.

Oakland, CA

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Hi there! I'm a dedicated and compassionate tutor with a passion for helping students grow in confidence and understanding. I run a tutoring business that supports learners from elementary to adult education levels, including GED and state test prep. I specialize in personalized, engaging instruction tailored to each student's...
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Keith G.

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I'm applying for a part-time education position. Over the years, I have worked in many different teaching environments that have immensely helped me gain confidence. From working as a special needs counselor for three summers, a volunteer tutor at San Francisco State University, and as an in-home tutor for The Boston Learning...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $29.33/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs tutors is 5.0

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Alameda, CA

Special Needs Tutors in Alameda, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs tutors

Nina Z.

Nina worked with my 6th Grade for several months. We would have loved to continue as she is a wonderful teacher and helped him a lot. She is...

- Anthea A.

Atusa A.

We love Atusa. Our 4-year-old is learning English as a second language and Atusa was very professional and approached things in a methodical...

- Tanja D.

Sherry C.

Professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable in a variety of subject matters. Would highly recommend for future positions.

- Susan H.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Alameda, CA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Alameda, CA is $29.33 per hour. However, it’s important to keep in mind this is just an average and the actual rate a special needs tutor charges can depend on many different factors such as their years of experience and subject matter expertise.

If you’re looking for tutoring for special needs students near you in Alameda, CA, Care.com can make your search easier by connecting you with professionals in your area. You can sort profiles by location and pay rate. You can also read detailed descriptions about each special needs tutor and can find reviews from families they worked with in the past.

Parents and guardians of special needs students understandably want to ensure their child is learning in a safe environment. When looking for a special needs tutor near you in Alameda, CA, we strongly recommend you take the steps necessary to feel comfortable regarding who you’re hiring. While we ask all special needs tutors on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (those who complete it have a badge on their profile), this is merely a starting point for your research. You can run your own private background check, interview multiple candidates, and request professional references.

There are many different types of special needs tutors near you in Alameda, CA. You can hire special needs tutoring services that focus on reading, writing, math, and English. You can also hire more general special needs tutors who can provide support in all subjects your child is studying in school, but as they get older and their schoolwork gets more complex, more specialized instruction can be helpful.

When you are searching for tutors for special needs students near you in Alameda, CA, it’s a good idea to interview a few different candidates until you find the right fit for your child. You’ll want to ask each tutor questions regarding what subject matters they feel comfortable teaching, how much experience they have working with special needs students, and what their go-to teaching techniques are.

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