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Lake M.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
Learning is a journey, and I'm eager to guide you! I am a high school graduate ready to help elementary and middle school students thrive in Math, English, Sports & Fitness, Special Education, Study Skills, and History. I believe every student possesses unique potential, and I'm dedicated to creating an engaging, supportive, and...
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Barbara Y.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have been working for the saddleback school district for 25 year. I taught physical education and worked with special needs. I am CPR /first aide certified live in Costa Mesa. I raised three children and have 2 granddaughters love animals
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Emily V.

Tutor

Costa Mesa, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I have experience tutoring in social sciences, math, science, drama, and primarily English. I have helped with middle school, elementary school, and the first two years of high school. I also have experience with special education and learning disabilities.
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Nobuko S.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$80/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Nobuko. I am a credentialed elementary school teacher and have a Master's in Teaching. I have taught 5th grade in Newport Mesa Unified, 3rd grade in Irvine Unified, and 3rd grade at an international school in South Korea. I specialize in reading and writing instruction at the elementary level and work with...
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Elsa R.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
Hello! I am a current college student and tutor and would love to help your kids succeed not only academically but help build their confidence as well. Having much experience with children as a nanny, special needs assistant, and occupational therapy volunteer, I understand how to communicate with kids in a way that is fun and...
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Alana W.

Part-time Tutor Available

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
I am currently in graduate school for speech-language pathology and audiology. My degree does specialize in language and literacy. Therefore I can tutor for reading and writing. I work at an elementary school twice a week as a Speech Therapy intern where I work with children on vocabulary, reading, writing, and any other area...
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Lexi M.

Engaging Tutor And Grade Booster!

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Lexi and I love teaching kids the "boring" things like math and science! I have been pursuing my Bachelors of Science part-time while working full time as an assistant, nanny, and tutor. I have a very flexible schedule, love doing (clean and safe!) science experiments, and will help your student understand (not...
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Carol S.

Costa Mesa, CA

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Carol and I am a retired nurse and teacher. I taught English as a second language for over 15 years. I specialize in teaching middle school and high school students struggling with English language arts. I have also tutored elementary students that struggle to read and write. I am a very patient and dedicated...
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Krizia L.

World-class Education At Home

Costa Mesa, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I'm a UC Berkeley and Teach For America alum for grades K-12. I've excelled most through my role as a mother. I am updated on the latest research for effective instruction and child development because there are few roles more impactful than educator. I'm engaging, curious, and inspiring. Tailoring instruction to the student's...
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Vanessa B.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience
I have been a tutor to young kids for quite some time, and I would love to pick up some exrra hours, while helping your little ones excel in their schooling!
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Iuliana A.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$23/hr
As a former European teacher with credentials in children development and education skills, my goal is to help children to excel at their own level.
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Serena C.

ALL SUBJECTS, ALL SPORTS, ALL FUN LEARNING!

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi my name is Serena (Rena)! I am an experienced and fun filled person with tons of tools to help your little ones (or big ones) learn in a passionate, organized, and fun way. I love the outdoors and I actually play college volleyball full time for Westcliff University over in Irvine! This means I am currently taking online...
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Casey A.

Tutor/Homeschool Teacher

Costa Mesa, CA

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$60/hr
10 years experience
With a Master's in Education and 12 years of classroom teaching experience, I bring both expertise and heart to every tutoring session. As a young mom, I understand the importance of patience, creativity, and connection when working with kids. I'm currently seeking very part-time work with a local family and would love to...
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Jake T.

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Hello! I've got a good bit of experience in education, having worked at NMUSD for a little over seven years. Over that time, I worked with students with and without disabilities across a wide range of grade levels. My passion for quality education and willingness to take the time to ensure a thorough understanding of subject...
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Cynthia A.

Part-time Tutor Available - 10+ Years As An Educator

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi Everyone! My name is Cynthia. I first began working in schools right out of high school. I've always had a passion for working with children and especially enjoy their curiosity and silliness. I have worked in various schools as a Special Education Teacher Assistant, an ELD assistant, and a full-time teacher. I have also...
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Cindy M.

Teacher Primary School

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
During my 3 years of experience as a teacher and personal tutor, I applied different strategies to my students. During my 3 years in the public taught in the areas of mathematics, language, science, arts, religion, history, my students were between 5 and 12 years old, every hour I rotated groups, and I acquired the skills to...
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Vanessa L.

I Tutor Spanish And Elementary Students!

Costa Mesa, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have tutored K-4th-grade students, including those with neurodiversity and non-native English speakers, in language arts on and off for a few years. Currently, I tutor K-12 students in Spanish (all levels) and elementary subjects through an agency. I am also open to tutoring students in the late afternoons, evenings, or...
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Karen C.

Tutor

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I have been a teacher for 26 years and have tutored individual students for all of those years. Since retiring I have been tutoring exclusively. My classroom experience ranges from grades 6-12 and my tutoring experience ranges from K-university. I have experience with general education students as well as special needs students....

Jayne P. says "She works extremely well with my son and his grades have improved. Kind and calm and flexible."

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Nicole B.

Former Instructor And Public School Teacher Available For Private Tutoring

Huntington Beach, CA

4.0(1)
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$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have been helping and motivating children with their academic studies for over 25 years. I will assess your child and write an individualized plan. I analyze his or her specific needs and teach skills and strategies to improve reading, writing, or math. I have all the materials that will aid in our personalized lessons....

Flora Z. says "She is a very dependable tutor for my girl. She was working with my girl to increase enthusiasm and comprehension while reading, develop basic...

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John S.

I Mentor Learners Successfully Through Patient, Kind Instruction

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
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$48/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
An academic tutor with 10 years experience, my passion is to cultivate lifelong learning in the hearts & minds of elementary, middle & high school students. I help students: * Improve grades * Increase literacy (in all subjects, including Math) * Finish assignments with understanding * Prepare for tests with confidence *...

Henry M. says "John is great with kids. He has really help my son who is a senior and my daughter who is a junior in high school. Looking forward to working with John...

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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.53/hr as of November 2025

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

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Costa Mesa, CA

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

Karen C.

She works extremely well with my son and his grades have improved. Kind and calm and flexible.

- Jayne P.

Nicole B.

She is a very dependable tutor for my girl. She was working with my girl to increase enthusiasm and comprehension while reading, develop...

- Flora Z.

John S.

John is great with kids. He has really help my son who is a senior and my daughter who is a junior in high school. Looking forward to...

- Henry M.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Costa Mesa, CA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Costa Mesa, CA is $28.53 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 Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa, 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 Costa Mesa, 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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