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Bridget D.

La Jolla, CA

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$23/hr
2 years experience
I graduated from Northeastern University with a degree in Behavioral Neuroscience and Psychology in 2023. I now work in research on the pre-med/PhD track. School didn't always come easy to me but I found ways to make it fun and improve my work ethic. Would love to help some kiddos do the same!
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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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Catalena S.

La Jolla, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Catalena, and I'm a pre-med student at UC San Diego majoring in Human Biology. I offer K-12 tutoring across all subjects, with a special focus on STEM (biology, chemistry, math, and statistics). I aim to make learning engaging, approachable, and confidence-building, tailoring each session to a student's unique...
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Sandra P.

History Teacher

La Jolla, CA

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$40/hr
5 years experience
I help remediate Dyslexia. Orton- Gillingham trained. I have 5 years of experience teaching K-12. I can help your student with preparing for tests, reports, projects and close reading.
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Miguel Q.

La Jolla, CA

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$24/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Miguel, and I'll be attending UCSD this fall. I was born in Medellín, Colombia, but grew up in Miami, FL before attending The Blake School, a private boarding school in Minneapolis, MN. While there, I maintained a 3. 7 GPA and took rigorous courses such as AP Physics, AP Literature, and AP Calculus. In addition, I...
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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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Annie S.

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello. I have a BA in education from the University of San Diego. In College I worked as a teacher's assistant in a second grade class and was in charge of teaching students language arts skills and lessons. I completed practicing in Visual and Performing Arts, Special Education, Math and Science, and Reading and Writing. I have...

Amanda H. says "Anastasia is just what I needed for my ADD kiddo. She's calm, quiet and kind and patiently keeps my kid on track while they do their homework. I'm...

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Alexandra T.

Experienced Part-time Tutor

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm Ali, an educator with 10 years of tutoring experience supporting students from pre-K through college and adult learners. I work across math, English/language arts, and general science, with a focus on strong foundations, clear explanations, and growth-mindset coaching. Currently serving as a Director of Family Life, I'm...

Cherese S. says "Ali is helping my Daughter with her Grade 1 home school work one day a week. She is patient and dependable, my daughter likes her as well. "

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Jordan E.

Elementary/Special Education Teacher

San Diego, CA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Graduated in May 2018 from Arizona State University with a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education.
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Michael R.

Tutor/Mentor

San Diego, CA

5.0(0)
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$100/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've tutored most subjects at a high level, pretty extensively throughout college and onwards. I enjoy teaching youth and try and keep it fun/interesting, with some real world application. My expertise is across numerous different fields from Math/Science to the Arts. Do my best to inspire and instill further growth,...
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Adrienne R.

Creative And Motivating Tutor

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I am an experienced elementary teacher with a passion for helping children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. I specialize in working with students from Kindergarten through 6th grade, including those with disabilities or multilingual learners. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in...
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Kaitlin L.

Passionate Educator Offering Student-Centered, Confidence-Building Tutoring Services

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
As a credentialed educator with experience in both general and special education, I believe in creating a student-centered, inclusive learning environment. My tutoring approaches is rooted in building positive authentic relationships with students, allowing them to feel comfortable and supported and their learning journey. I use...
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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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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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Emily M.

Education Major

San Diego, CA

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$10/hr
I graduated with a degree in elementary education. The classes I took included theories of education, english as a second language, special education, children's literature, physical science for teachers, teaching elementary math, teaching capstone, and others. I have completed a year of student teaching in a second grade...
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Alexandra M.

Patient, Grounded, Trustworthy Montessori-trained Nanny & Neurodiversity Educator

San Diego, CA

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$100/hr
10 years experience
Patient, grounded, and trustworthy Montessori-trained Nanny and Neurodiversity Educator with over 20 years of experience guiding infants and children to be healthy independent individuals who trust life and understand their unique connection to community and environment. Expert household and administrative assistant,...
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Megan C.

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
I have worked as an English tutor for two Spanish speaking children while studying abroad in Spain. While tutoring, I constructed visual and auditory exercises to facilitate learning as well as led in-depth explanations of English syntax and grammar. I created fun activities and games to make the experience enjoyable for the...
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Alicia B.

Hi! I Am A Teacher On Summer Break Helping Kiddos Learn And Limit The Summer Break Learning Gap!

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, personable and adaptable I am a high school special education teacher & just looking for some extra work :) I have a Masters & Teaching Credential in Special Education. In my spare time, I like to do yoga, hike, travel go to the beach, and read One thing you should know about me is...
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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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Katherine S.

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
Hi! I'm Katherine, I graduated from SDSU in 2024 with a 4. 0 GPA in psychology and maintained high honors throughout all of high school and college. I have experience tutoring elementary aged students across subjects. My favorite subjects to teach are English, reading, history, and language arts - however I'm qualified to...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.50/hr as of November 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in La Jolla, CA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in La Jolla, CA is $26.50 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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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