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April Ruth H.

Oakland, CA

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$60/hr
10 years experience
Academic Strategist & Learning Specialist College professor (10+ years) offering customized support for students of all ages and abilities, from foundational skills through advanced college work. Proven learning strategies, executive function coaching, and social-emotional tools to support both academic success and student...
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Albany, CA

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$85/hr
5 years experience
I love teaching children! I received my Masters in Education and Multiple Subjects teaching credential from UC Berkeley. During the school year, I am a 5th grade public school teacher. I've gotten the privilege of teaching students who are neurodivergent, to English learners, to kids needing to be challenged. I'm prepared to...
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Pinole, CA

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$28/hr
2 years experience
I am an experienced bilingual tutor with elementary classroom leadership experience, specializing in literacy, math, and English language development. I have experience delivering subject matter in both English and Spanish, including math and science. I use hands-on, culturally responsive strategies to build confidence,...
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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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San Pablo, CA

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$28/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Savannah, and I am a dedicated and passionate First Grade Teacher with 3 years of experience fostering a love for learning in young minds. My classroom philosophy centers on creating a nurturing and engaging environment where every child feels confident to explore, question, and grow. I specialize in...
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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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Oakland, CA

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$29/hr
3 years experience
I'm passionate about helping students unlock their full potential through personalized support. For the past three years, I've enjoyed creating engaging and patient learning environments that foster confidence and a love for learning. I adapt my teaching methods to suit each student's unique style by listening closely and...
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Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
SPLA (Speech Therapist) with lots of special education knowledge. I'm passionate about helping students unlock their full potential. With a college degree and one year of experience, I create engaging and supportive learning environments, empowering students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. I actively...
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Engaging Part-time Tutor

San Francisco, CA

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$27/hr
6 years experience
Hello, I'd love to support your student succeed at their learning goals! I have been working in Elementary classrooms as a literacy intern, student teacher, substitute teacher, and classroom teacher for the past 6 years. I recently finished my MAT program at USF and took on a 1st grade class. I'm comfortable with SFUSD's...
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El Cerrito, CA

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$29/hr
1 year experience
I'm passionate about helping students unlock their full potential. I have a year of experience tutoring elementary, middle, and high school students in subjects like math, English, history, computers, special education, and study skills. I have some college education. My focus is on building confidence and fostering a love for...
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Oakland, CA

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$27/hr
Bachelor's degree in Child Development from Turkey with hands-on training at an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)-based special education center. Experienced in working with children of diverse needs and backgrounds, including supporting language development and individualized learning. In the U. S., have provided care and...
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Oakland, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience
I have worked as a Behavioral Therapist since 2022. I can work with behavior plans that the client has.
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Educational Background

Martinez, CA

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$49/hr
4 years experience
I am in my early 20s but have been passionate in working with children since I was a child myself. I am the oldest of three children and second oldest to 20 plus cousins. I went to school for Elementary Education and continued on to get my Master's in Special Education with a concentration in Early Childhood Education. I am...
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Empowering Students Through Individualized Learning

Pinole, CA

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$40/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Juliette, a passionate and experienced tutor dedicated to helping students reach their full academic potential. I hold a B. A. in Psychology and a Substitute Teaching Credential, and I have over three years of experience working with students across a wide range of subjects and learning needs. I specialize in creating...
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Profile Of Rachel R.

San Francisco, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am passionate about human development and learning. I am preparing to become a child psychiatrist, and I want learning and teaching to continue to play central roles in my work. I have taken a broad spectrum of courses at Cambridge University, Wheaton College, Brown University, Rhode Island School of Design, and Harvard...
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Tutor/Mentor/Nanny With Over 20 Years Experience

Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I taught public high Spanish for almost 10 years before starting my own tutorial business in which I taught and tutored home schoolers and created and implemented Spanish curriculum in small private schools. In addition to teaching and tutoring in Spanish, I have taught ESL and am certified Bikram yoga instructor. I have a...
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Oakland, CA

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$31/hr
5 years experience
Experienced tutor with a Master's in Education from the University of Southern California, emphasizing academic rigor, confidence, and results.
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Babysitter & Tutor

Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I am a currently transitioning out of full-time teaching and looking to fill my time with babysitting, nannying, or tutoring. I have experience working with children and students of all ages.
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Experienced Tutor

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
My tutoring experience ranges from elementary aged students to first year college students. My four years of tutoring experience includes: working for City Year, an Americorps tutoring and mentoring program in at an elementary school, working as a tutor and after school program coordinator for a middle school girls empowerment...
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San Francisco, CA

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$50/hr
4 years experience
I am looking to tutor special needs students in their IEP goals specifically. I have two years experience as a special education teacher and 3 years experience as a paraprofessional helping special education students with academic and behavioral skills.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $33.29/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs tutors is 4.5

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Berkeley, CA is $33.29 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 Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, 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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