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Reina M.

Part-Time Tutor

Dana Point, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I am a very enthusiastic learner and instructor. I currently teach at a non-profit organization specializing in science/marine biology. I teach multiple schools a week ranging from ages 5-18 with hands on learning, observations, and critical thinking. I have a bachelors degree in Biological Sciences from University of...
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Grace P.

All Age Tutor

Dana Point, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I've tutored students ages 5-13 for four years, helping with classwork, homework, test prep, and more. I specialize in supporting kids with ADHD and dyslexia. I bring patience, empathy, and effective strategies to every session. I'm also experienced with behavioral needs and love making learning approachable and encouraging.
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Lauren W.

Dana Point, CA

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$30/hr
Hi! I'm Lauren. I have been working with children for coming up on four years. Through the years I have worked as a summer camp counselor, a kindergarten bible instructor, and an after school care site leader. During my time as a site leader for Saddleback Valley Unified School District, I created educational and creative...
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Deborah B.

Dana Point, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
My name is Deborah. I am a highly qualified California Certified Invention Specialist with a Reading Endorsement and Autism Spectrum Authorization. I have 20 years experience teaching in public and private schools. I motivate and strengthen student's learning in creative ways by combining multi-modality lessons aligned with...
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Melina K.

Tutor Grades 1-12

Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have tutored students 1st grade-12th grade. I enjoy teaching and helping students get through their educational journey successfully. I have maintained a 4. 0 GPA throughout high school and college. I also tutor at a tutoring center for college kids in need of some guidance! I specialize in math, English, and science.

Susie W. says "Melina has been absolutely amazing at helping my kids stay current on their homework and prepare for tests. Each day she has a great attitude and stays on...

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Fran H.

Tutor Available

San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Currently substitute teaching for pre-K through 5th with Capo Unified school district until 2 p.m. in Laguna Niguel. *Montessori Pre-K *Day Care including care for infants *Mom of two sons in college. *(Willing to care for 4 up to children) *(Minimum $20 per hour for childcare) *(Minimum $40 for tutoring)
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Cindy L.

Tutor With A Passion For Effective, Creative, And Fun Learning Techniques

Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
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$60/hr
8 years experience
Hi! I am an academic tutor with over 8 years of teaching experience. I put a lot of thought into my work and am patient, reliable, and caring. I am a UCLA graduate in Economics and specialize in digital design. I've worked both privately and in a learning center as an SAT/ACT prep teacher (I scored a perfect score in SAT...

Elizabeth H. says "Cindy is an all-star tutor! She helped my 12 year old son get through his toughest year of school. She's patient, knowledgeable, and a hit with the...

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Logan M.

Laguna Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, my name is Logan and I am 18 years old. I am a senior at Mater Dei High School, committed to playing water polo at Princeton University. I love caring for kids and hope to do some fun summer activities with them. I would love to help them with academics and also athletics. I have a 4. 7 gpa while being the captain of my high...

Samantha W. says "Logan is super helpful and caring! I gave him a day notice to take care of my dog and two kids because my husband and I had to leave town the next day....

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Abel W.

Tutor

Aliso Viejo, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am entering my 21st year in the field of education. I have worked exclusively with students with special needs. I have earned my BA from UCI, a Masters in Education from UMass-Boston and CSU Fullerton, and earned my Administrative credentials from UCI. I am capable of tutoring subjects from English, Math (basic skills up to...
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Catherine B.

Tutor/Teacher

Ladera Ranch, CA

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$40/hr
6 years experience
3+ years as substitute teacher and private tutor 1 school year teaching special needs students in grade K-5 2 school years teaching special needs students in grade K-3
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Karrie F.

Expert Help For Struggling Students

Aliso Viejo, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist. I have worked with elementary school children for the past 22 years. Before that I worked in a high school district. I support your child's learning style and needs. Your student will also learn how to better communicate and ask for help. I look forward to working with you and your...
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Katelyn R.

Tutoring

Laguna Beach, CA

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$23/hr
1 year experience
I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated tutor who loves helping others explore and learn specially on the subject/subjects struggling with tutor available. I am well-known for my excellent subject knowledge and providing supportive learning lesson for student who need personal attention and makes learning simple and fun for them.
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Nathan S.

Homework Helper Available

Laguna Hills, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Nathan and I offer tutoring lessons for kids and teens, and kids with special needs. If you have a son or daughter that needs help with basic writing, English, spelling, and reading please feel free to contact me. I also offer online tutoring sessions.
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Jersi H.

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$25/hr
Kids who need different requirements than the school system provides like I did myself, is what I really try to bring to the table with any Child I work with. I have came up with my own creative, hands-on ways to keep Children engaged and give them a reason to grow the confidence within themselves to have the wanting to learn. I...
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Lorna V.

25+ Years Teaching / Child Psychology Focus

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello there. I'm Miss Lorna! -Over 29 years of tutoring & childcare experience -Working w/ variety of abilities & individual needs -Tutored over 150 students in the South OC area -Accepting students pre-K to college -Homeschool curriculum available -Workbooks provided -Latin Spanish Japanese Vietnamese ASL (sign) -Graduate...
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Ina C.

Tutor

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I have experience in teaching pre-school and being an aide with Capistrano School District. I'm presently working with a family now and first priority is to get homework finished when arriving home from school.
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Cheryl R.

Great Tutor Who Can Organize and Motivate Students

Laguna Woods, CA

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Current Experience: 15 years combined experience tutoring and classroom teacher for elementary and middle school students. Specialize in right-brain learners--students who need visuals/mechanical connections especially for math skills competency. Strong in all subjects for elementary level and for middle/high school-- English,...
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Hayley W.

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$35/hr
I graduated from ASU in May 2024 with a degree in Special Education. I am a full time K-4 resource teacher in Phoenix. I work primarily with students who have ADHD and Autism. I very familiar with IEP's and if your child has one I can help work on their goals with them. I will be home in California from June 1st to July 20th.
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Gina F.

Reading And Spelling Tutor

Aliso Viejo, CA

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Dyslexic reading tutor. I have successfully taught kids and adults how to read and catch up to grade level. The reading system I teach is approved by the California board of education. I get along great with kids and I help them to gain self confidence in reading and in life.
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Isabel H.

Laguna Beach, CA

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$24/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Isabel. I am a former elementary school teacher who has a passion for learning and love to foster students curiosity about all subjects. I have experience in a variety of setting working with all ages from a classroom to personal tutoring. If you are interested I'd love to connect and see if I would be a good...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.50/hr as of June 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Dana Point, CA

Special Needs Tutors in Dana Point, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs tutors

Melina K.

Melina has been absolutely amazing at helping my kids stay current on their homework and prepare for tests. Each day she has a great...

- Susie W.

Cindy L.

Cindy is an all-star tutor! She helped my 12 year old son get through his toughest year of school. She's patient, knowledgeable, and a hit...

- Elizabeth H.

Logan M.

Logan is super helpful and caring! I gave him a day notice to take care of my dog and two kids because my husband and I had to leave town...

- Samantha W.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Dana Point, CA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Dana Point, CA is $30.50 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 Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, 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 Dana Point, 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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