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Andrea R.

Elementary School Tutor And Homework Helper

Fountain Valley, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I worked as a teacher assistant in an Elementary school for 11 years with all different grade levels, from pre-k to 5th grade. I also taught 1st grade and Pre-K after I received my Florida teaching credentials. In all these years, I have successfully helped students to overcome difficulties in Reading and Math. By using a...

Diana M. says "Amazing teacher!!! Sad life happens... she was able to bring my little sister from a C student to an A student!!! Teachers kept giving mom complements of...

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Fountain Valley, CA

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$25/hr
Hi! My name is Emilie, and I'm an experienced caregiver and tutor with over seven years working with children of all ages. I earned my degree in English, and I love helping students build confidence in reading, writing, and critical thinking. I have hands-on experience working at a daycare for two years, nannying on and off...
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Fountain Valley, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Allie. I have my BA in Early Childhood Studies and AA in Elementary Teaching. I have been working with children for 10 years now.
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I offer tutoring support for students preparing for the ISEE Middle Level exam. I am fully fluent in both English and Spanish and have a strong academic background and communication skills that allow me to explain concepts clearly and patiently. I specialize in helping students build confidence and sharpen their skills in: •...
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Set Up Your Kitchen For HEALTHY EATING. Make It Easy : ) So You Can Learn & Focus Better

Newport Beach, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I am a certified Life Coach w/background in Healthy Eating/ nutrition. I help Families get their health back on track with simple healthy FOOD choices :) For children, teens, babies, parents. As part of my caregiving help this can GREATLY improve-- behavior, energy, physical/ emotional health, learning & more! Some ways I...
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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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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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Elementary School Teacher - Credentialed - 8 Years Of Experience

Newport Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$85/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hello! My name is Christina and I have earned a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and Masters of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree from UCI in 2013 and have always been booked up in tutoring! I LOVE what I'd do. I have taught K-4 reading intervention groups and 4th/5th grade full-time in both Northern and Southern California...

Tatevik A. says "Miss Christi is amazing. She has been tutoring my 4 year old son for almost a year now. She is always on time, making his classes fun, preparing...

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Irvine, CA

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$35/hr
6 years experience
I am a licensed Special Education teacher in California currently working with the Irvine Unified School District. I have experience supporting students with diverse learning needs and specialize in individualized instruction, academic intervention, and building student confidence. I am passionate about helping students make...
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Special Education Paraprofessional After-school Teacher K-8th Grade Preferred 20 Years Old

Los Alamitos, CA

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Hello my name is Israel I'm a video game addiction expert and willing to turn your childs Ipad / video game addiction into positive and academic development in their own creative fun way. I specialize with children who have special needs. I'm great with technology and can help with any computer related learning. My...
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Certified Education Specialist | 11+ Years In Special Education

Anaheim, CA

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$35/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Carlos. As a father of two boys (ages 5 and 11) and a dedicated educator with over a decade of experience, I understand both the personal and academic sides of a child's learning journey. I have spent 11 years working in Special Education, including 5 years serving as a credentialed Education Specialist in Orange...
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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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Santa Ana, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Raven :) I am a student at UC Irvine, studying to be a MS science teacher. I have experience tutoring students from 1st-12th grade. I specialize in the sciences (can help with APs and college applications!). I am passionate about education and have worked with individuals of many different learning styles. I...
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Garden Grove, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi my name is Alissa I was a private tutor for 4 years for multiple families ranging from elementary to high school. I love math and helping students excel and learn to love school. I am very patient and kind hearted. I was also a instructional aide for special education for almost 2 years.
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Anaheim, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a special education teacher and I am looking to help care/ tutor for children of all ages. I enjoy having fun and teaching children . I have a 7-year-old son and I live in Anaheim.
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Huntington Beach, CA

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$34/hr
10 years experience
With a decade of experience, I'm passionate about helping students unlock their full potential. I create engaging, supportive, and patient learning environments, empowering students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. By actively listening and observing, I assess individual learning styles and adapt my...
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Anaheim, CA

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$60/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dear Family, I am an elementary teacher offering to help keep your child gear up for the school academics standards. I am professional, flexible, dedicated, and fun! :) I have been teaching and tutoring elementary and middle school grade level children for more than 20 years. I specialize in Math and English/Language Arts, but...
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USC PhD Student Specialized In Math & Science Tutoring

Westminster, CA

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$35/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Brandon , and I'm a PhD student in Chemical Engineering at the (USC). I also hold both a master's and bachelor's degree in the same field. I offer tutoring in a wide range of math and science subjects, with a focus on helping students understand challenging concepts at their own pace. I'm pursuing tutoring to...
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Irvine, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm Lois, I am currently a third year at the University of California, Irvine as a Business Economics major. I really like learning and also helping others achieve their learning, and care goals.
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Garden Grove, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I have worked in a general and special Ed classroom for one year as a instructional assistant. I work 1:1 with children with special needs in the school seating.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of April 2026

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

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Fountain Valley, CA

Special Needs Tutors in Fountain Valley, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs tutors

Andrea R.

Amazing teacher!!! Sad life happens... she was able to bring my little sister from a C student to an A student!!! Teachers kept giving mom...

- Diana M.

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.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Fountain Valley, CA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, 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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