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Elizavette C.

Homework Help/ Online Help

Downey, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Summer 2026 Availability. Homework/Tutor help: In-Home, City Library, and/or ONLINE. One-on-one problem solving, comprehensive skills in which the student teaches as a learning experience using open ended questions, depth conversation, and learning approaches that will assist your child to succeed in the subject areas of...
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Experienced Teacher In All Subjects In Elementary To Middle School

Downey, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been teaching Elementary, Middle, High School, and Adult students for almost 30 years. I have taken classes at CSULB, CSUF, UCLA, and other colleges. I have an AA, BS, and Masters Degree in Education. I have a lot of tutoring experience too. I've worked with general and special education students. I love helping students...
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Downey, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm 32 years old with a B. A. in English. I am a substitute teacher. I have experience as a substitute 1-on-1, substitute reading interventionist, and as a TK-4/SPED after-school program group leader. I have experience volunteer tutoring with School on Wheels and as an ESL Civics Tutor.
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Super Duper Tutor

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
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$80/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hi, I'm Andrew! I've worked with students at all levels including college work. In the elementary classroom setting, I've formally taught painting, collage, and drawing. As I tutor, I help young students with English, Foreign Language (Korean, Spanish), and Math. For many years I taught 6th and 7th grade English and also ran an...

Care Member says "Andrew is a very patient teacher. My 11-year-old child likes him very much. His class is not boring. My child also feels that he has learned a lot....

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Bell Gardens, CA

4.9(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hello! My name is Rosalba, a passionate mathematics and reading tutor with over 10 years of experience. I help students thrive in any subject from Pre-K to elementary level. I hold an Associate Degree in Education from Rio Hondo College. I specialize in making learning engaging, practical and fun. My tutoring approach is based...

Claudia A. says "Miss Rosie is Amazing person I recommend her to tutoring kids she tutor my kids she is awesome people"

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Instructional Aide

Bellflower, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have been working for a local school district for 12 years and have worked with all ages. Throughout the school year, I work at a high school tutoring juniors and seniors in the area of English. I help them plan, outline and research essays in MLA format. I also help with comprehension and vocabulary.
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Tutor

Bellflower, CA

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I've worked for the Norwalk La Mirada Unified School District as a Reading/Math tutor for grades K-5 from 2008-2014. Following that, I worked for a bit in the Special Education PreSchool department for Alameda Elementary School in Downey as a Speech Pathology Assistant. I've worked daily with children ages 3-11 targeting...
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Long Beach, CA

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$75/hr
5 years experience
As a certified teacher with five years of experience, I empower students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills for long-term success. I tailor my approach by actively listening to students and observing how they interact with new material. I vary my teaching strategies with visual aids, hands-on activities,...
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La Mirada, CA

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$24/hr
Throughout babysitting and working with kids I have found new ways to be an effective teacher through assisting with the topics they are working towards. Watching a kid learn and understand a topic is such a beautiful thing to witness. I have my degree in psychology and am a certified behavior technician so I have learned a lot...
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Monterey Park, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm a native Spanish speaker and bilingual tutor ready to help you achieve real results. I specialize in Spanish tutoring--from everyday conversations to professional-level communication--and I also offer accurate translation of documents, including business and formal content. In addition, I provide support in math, chess,...
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Flexible Tutor!

Whittier, CA

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$50/hr
Hello, my name is Taylour! I have my BA in English Literature and MA in Early Childhood Studies. I have experience working as a teacher assistant for 4 years and a preschool teacher for 2 years. I am currently a fully credentialed Special education teacher and daughter in Brea for 5 years in the Tk-3 mild/mod classroom. I am...
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Pico Rivera, CA

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$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I have 8 years of experience in the educational field and have a master's degree in mass communication. I specialize in working with kids, teens, college, and adult students with learning disabilities, neurodivergence, and developmental disabilities. I have classroom teaching experience and tutoring experience. I tutored...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$24/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Esmeralda and así am 27 years old. I hold a Bachelors degree in child development with a certificate in special needs education. I am in the process of obtaining my teacher credentials. I have 1 year experience in the classroom, however I have 5 prior years of experience in tutoring English and Math.
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Buena Park, CA

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$40/hr
9 years experience
For nine years, I have been dedicated to unlocking each student's unique potential through personalized tutoring. I hold a college degree and create engaging, supportive learning environments where confidence flourishes. I adapt my teaching by actively listening to your child, observing their learning style, and maintaining open...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$41/hr
3 years experience
Hi My name is Paola I been working with kids for over 9 years. I speaking English and Spanish. All kids I been working have been as a nanny and therapist ( for kid with autism) I do work with them specially my little ones ( 5 under ) About different subjects! My major is Child development. I love kids and as much as I try...
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Montebello, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
With over 15 years of dual experience in the creative arts and professional caregiving, I offer a unique, patient-centered approach to art mentorship. I specialize in the technical side of 2D animation and digital illustration, specifically using TBH and Procreate. Whether you are looking to master complex rigging, understand...
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Tutor

Bellflower, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
I currently attend California State University Long Beach to study Aerospace Engineering! I have been a private tutored for students regarding English, Math, Science, Physics, and Chemistry. I can tutor in all grades K-12 and some college level courses. I also have long time experience about how to study more efficiently and...
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Bellflower, CA

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$18/hr
I attended private school from Kindergarten - currently! I have always been involved in tutoring and maintaining great grades!
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Whittier, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
A dedicated and compassionate Teacher's Assistant and Special Education Aide committed to supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth. Experienced in providing individualized support, adapting classroom materials, and reinforcing lessons under the direction of certified teachers. Skilled in working with students...
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  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of May 2026

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Downey, CA is $25.00 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 Downey, 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 Downey, 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 Downey, 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 Downey, 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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