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Kim S.

Retired Education Specialist

Vista, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Really looking forwarded to tutoring after teaching 34 years. I have three credentials: Multi-Subject, Single Subject: English, and Learning Handicapped. I also hold certificates in Behavior Specialist, Resource Specialist, and reading. Most of my career was teaching middle school, but I am open to all grades.
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Marisa D.

Master-Level English/Reading & Writing Tutor!

San Diego, CA

4.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a Master-level, licensed educator with a passion for helping students learn at their individual level and HAVE FUN while doing it! My innovative approach to teaching blends a variety of programs that are intentionally specialized and intended to make learning engaging, purposeful, and fun. I have over 10+ years of tutoring...
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Brittany K.

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Oceanside, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Currently an Elementary Special Education Teacher. I work with students in 4th and 5th who are in the general education classroom but have IEPs. I've worked with students from kindergarten to 6th grade. The students I work with have a wide variety of needs and different skills we focus on. I work with my students on phonics,...
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Cailey G.

Tutor With Special Education Experience

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Over the past 3 years, I've worked as a behavioral therapist for autistic children in a school setting. I worked with a client one-on-one in a classroom setting and provided help not only managing behaviors, but also in teaching the content if additional help was needed. I was with a client through 3rd-6th grade, and helped them...
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Jackie M.

Tutor

Oceanside, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired school teacher. I taught for 31 years, everything from pre-kinder, kinder, grade school, high school, and special education. Since my retirement, I have substituted and tutored in all grades. I love helping students feel confident. I am competent in assessing students and finding ways to make learning fun and...
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David E.

Here For Your Family!

Escondido, CA

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$24/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is David, and I've been working with children and teens for over 6 years across school settings, behavioral therapy, and one-on-one support. I specialize in creating a supportive, patient, and engaging learning environment that helps students build confidence and stay motivated. I've worked with a wide range of...
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Kate L.

Escondido, CA

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$24/hr
I have experience tutoring children from the ages of 5-18, including special needs. My primary experience is in English, history, and test prep. I was an honor student throughout my entire academic career and was in the 95th percentile for standardized testing. I'm patient, adaptive, and love to learn and instill that love of...
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Mishelle K.

San Diego, CA

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$24/hr
Hi! My name is Mishelle, and I'm a passionate and patient tutor who truly loves helping students learn and grow. I have experience tutoring in both Russian and English, and I enjoy tailoring my lessons to fit each student's unique learning style. Whether it's improving language skills, building confidence in reading and writing,...
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Taylor R.

Taylor's Personal Tutoring

San Diego, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I have done a year of personal tutoring for a close family friend. I tutored 3 children of all different grade levels (kindergarten, second grade, and fifth grade). One was dyslexic and one of my toughest kids to teach. But he was two grades behind and I got him from a kindergarten level to a third grade level in about six...
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Halie B.

La Jolla, CA

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$26/hr
4 years experience
I have several years of tutoring experience, including supporting students at the college level throughout my university career. I specialize in STEM subjects and also bring a strong background in sports and coaching. I'm passionate about helping kids learn in ways that feel fun, engaging, and confidence-building. My goal is to...
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Paige H.

San Diego, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Paige, and I would love to help out your family with any childcare or tutoring needs. I have worked with all ages in the past, and feel comfortable working with children of all backgrounds and abilities. I have been substitute teaching for SDUSD for the last three years and teaching at PLNU and San Diego City...
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Brittany B.

Lets Learn Together

Oceanside, CA

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$22/hr
6 years experience
I currently work with ages 3 to 10 years old and we work on things like math and science and English as well as I'm fluent in Spanish and can help in that aspect. I've worked in the school district the last few years, teaching motor and gross skills as well as speech and communication and I currently work with triplets who are...
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Leiah C.

Academic Tutor

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
I received my Master's Degree in May of 2022 in Speech-Language Pathology. I currently work full-time as a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist who works with medically complex children in the hospital setting. I have completed rotations in both public school and special education school settings, working with children across...
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Sunny S.

Friendly And Patient Educator( 20+ Yrs Of Experience)

La Jolla, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
My desire for life long learning started at a very young age while attending a Montessori school in Brooklandville, Maryland. The Montessori philosophy nourished my curiosity for learning and sowed the seeds that would eventually grow into a desire for life long learning. My goal when teaching and tutoring is to help students...
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Courtney H.

San Diego, CA

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$29/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Courtney! I have over 10 years experience working with and educating children of all ages. I have experience in child care, after school, volunteer, classroom, and community settings. I have my cross disciplinary BFA in Sculpture and Metals, and am currently pursuing my Master's in art education. Currently I...
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Makaela B.

Tutoring

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
I have a passion for teaching individuals and watching them succeed. I have experience working as a swim instructor where I worked with children on overcoming their fears of the water and becoming safe, confident swimmers. I also have experience tutoring high school students at The Preuss School. Here, I worked with the senior...
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Kerry K.

San Diego, CA

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$55/hr
10 years experience
I am located in Encinitas, CA! Please contact me to find out if you are within my service area and want to schedule tutoring. I have 15 years of experience. I get students over humps, prepare them for the next grade, or give added support in Advanced Placement. I specialize in English and social sciences. I am outgoing and...
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Jeannette G.

San Marcos, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
My name is Jeannette and I am excited to work with you and your kiddo! I graduated with a BA in psychology with a focus on Child development. I was a teaching assistant at Micheltorena Elementary where I taught kindergarten through 3rd grade. After moving to San Diego I got a teaching job as a paraprofessional at Children's...
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oliana K.

Versatile Tutor

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
15 years experience
I have a wide range of experience working with youth from k-8th, and a long time experience working with ASD. I assisted with leading a homeschool pod for primary students, developing customized curricula, designing interactive lessons to suit individual learning styles, and maintaining regular communication with parents on...
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Quynh T.

Experienced Tutor Specialized In Elementary And Middle School Math

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I am a current transfer undergraduate student at the UCSD. I have been working with students for the last two years on both STEM and humanities subjects and am thrilled to get to play a role in assisting them toward success in their education. I was previously a Pre-algebra and Algebra tutor to freshman and sophomore...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $10.00/hr as of November 2025

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Encinitas, CA is $10.00 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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, 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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