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Serena T.

La Mesa, CA

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$18/hr
I just graduated college with my degree in education (general ed & special education) and also psychology!
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Simone S.

La Mesa, CA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Currently, I have a teaching credential in English. I have 3 years experience with special education students, 2 years with elementary age students. Additionally, my undergraduate background is in biology, but I am confident with all subjects. Further, my goals are to get students excited about learning!
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Madison A.

Experienced Caretaker With Degrees In Behavioral Science

San Diego, CA

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello there! Id love to be your family's tutor. I'm experienced with Common Core and hold two degree in psychology and behavioral science. With 15+ years of professional experience, I've spent my career as a teacher and tutor. I've worked with students of all ages (pre-k to college!). My expertise includes art, history, English,...
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Alma O.

Part-time Foreign Language Tutor

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been tutoring for 8 years for children of all ages, ranging from 5-18 years old. I have a bachelors degree in Spanish literature and am a native speaker. I have experience tutoring in all subject areas which include: Spanish, English, Writing, Math and many more! I currently work for the school district, with children...

Valerie J. says "Alma has been tutoring my son in math and other subjects for over a year. She is very good about explaining the steps of each math problem to my son and...

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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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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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Monica S.

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a certified special education teacher with a wide range of experience with various disabilities. I have been tutoring and working with children on academics for over 5 years.

Jennifer R. says "Monica was an absolute godsend! My husband and I are both nurses which some of you may know is a really crazy schedule. Not only was Monica able to help...

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Karina S.

School English And Math Tutoring For 1st-10th Grade.

Chula Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am an SDSU grad with over 10 years of experience tutoring students. I enjoy working with students and helping them with their school classes, explaining and working out problems to help best understand them. I cover all topics ranging up to High School Freshman level math, and any other school subject up to High School level....

Vonda B. says "Karina is very punctual and very patient. She works well with my daughter in providing tips to assist her in improving her math skills. "

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Genevieve M.

Special Education Tutor

San Diego, CA

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$45/hr
4 years experience
Thank you for checking out my profile. I run my own senior caregiving business during the day and offer in home and virtual tutoring sessions in the afternoon. I have an immense amount of experience working with children. I've provided respite care to those with special needs and have worked one on one as a classroom aid for...
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Paulina M.

5+ Years Experienced Bilingual Certified Teacher

San Diego, CA

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$40/hr
5 years experience
Bilingual certified teacher with five years of experience in both general and special education, offering personalized K-6 tutoring in reading, writing, math, and study skills. I specialize in supporting diverse learners and tailoring lessons to meet each child's needs. Known for my patience, creativity, and ability to make...
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Stephanie C.

Chula Vista, CA

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$22/hr
My name is Stephanie and I have 8 years of teaching experience in the field of elementary school education. I specialize in Math and English, with a passion for helping kids of all ages succeed in school. With my years working in the classroom, I understand the student's needs and strive to find the best approach to boosting...
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Christine R.

EXPERIENCED TEACHER AND TUTOR

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Experienced babysitter, nanny, tutor, and special education teacher. Ready to provide the best services to you and your family. Please message for more info.
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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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Bridgette S.

San Diego, CA

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$24/hr
2 years experience
I have 3 years of experience teaching young children. I have developed many skills and tools which translate to helping children of all ages learn a wide variety of subjects. I will need to expose myself to the specific material being taught but once I have I will be able to teach any subject :) I got the fundamentals of...
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Hyunji K.

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
I've privately tutored mathematics, history, and science with students with special needs. I have a background as a registered behavior technician and am currently a practicing school psychologist. I understand that the traditional approach to learning is not for everyone. I use a child-centered approach to teaching!
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Kaitlyn B.

Teaching Tutor

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
My name is Kaitlyn and I just finished my degree in Special Education and Spanish. I have been in numerous schools in Spokane Public School District and I am willing to work with children of all ages. Please contact me if you have any more questions. Thanks for considering me!
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Elizabeth B.

Students Favorite After School Teacher

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Eli and I love working with kids. All throughout Highschool I tutored and taught at summer camps for community service hours. Starting sophomore year of college, I began working at Foster Elementary as a Teacher's Aide and taught for nearly 3 years. I have since graduated from San Diego State University and...
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Catherine O.

Tutor & Counseling

San Diego, CA

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$24/hr
4 years experience
Hello. My name is Catherine but everyone just calls me Cat. I will be working in until 12:45 p.m. doing summer school from June 23rd to July 23rd. I will be available after 2 p.m. during that time. After summer school ends, I will be free all day. I have a Master's degree in Educational Counseling with a PPS credential. have...
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Chaselyn N.

Here To Help You And Your Kiddos!

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
Hi my name is Chaselyn I graduated high school 2020 also passing a few college classes including Spanish, history, and human development :) my favorite subjects in school were English, art, and anything musical. I am new to the Pnw and currently not attending college but I would love to help your kids! I grew up in a very young,...
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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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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of December 2025

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in La Mesa, CA

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

Alma O.

Alma has been tutoring my son in math and other subjects for over a year. She is very good about explaining the steps of each math problem...

- Valerie J.

Alexandra T.

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.

- Cherese S.

Monica S.

Monica was an absolute godsend! My husband and I are both nurses which some of you may know is a really crazy schedule. Not only was Monica...

- Jennifer R.

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in La Mesa, CA is $16.50 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 Mesa, 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 Mesa, 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 Mesa, 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 Mesa, 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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