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Deborah G.

Lakeside, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Learning should be an exciting journey! I am passionate about building confidence and a genuine love for learning in my students. In my extensive experience a tutor, teacher's aid, and life coach, I've empowered students to gamify their motivation as well as develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. I actively listen...
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El Cajon, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Empowering students to reach their full potential is at the heart of my teaching practice. With three years of experience, I specialize in helping elementary and middle school students master Math, English, Science, and study skills. I believe every student possesses unique strengths, so I focus on building confidence and...
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El Cajon, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated tutor who loves helping others explore and learn a wide range of subjects . As a biomechanist working with individuals with special needs, I am well rounded and knowledgeable about how to tailor my tutoring for all levels of learning . Let me make science easy to understand.
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Poway, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I'm an educator, curriculum developer, and learning coach with experience teaching students from elementary (all subjects) through college-level calculus. I'm passionate about helping people grow in confidence by making complex ideas feel approachable, understandable, and connected to real life. My approach is highly...
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Santee, CA

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$45/hr
7 years experience
I bring over five years of experience as an English teacher working with children of all ages, combined with my professional training as both an EMT and a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). My background in education has given me strong skills in creating engaging lessons, fostering curiosity, and adapting to different...
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El Cajon, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I'm a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with experience supporting students with special education needs. I can provide tutoring tailored to different learning styles and behavioral needs. I also have a strong background in the arts -- I participated in choir, show choir and drama/theater from 1st grade through college -- and...
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History Graduate Student Looking To Teach! I Look Forward To Connecting!

Santee, CA

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$40/hr
1 year experience
My name is Sheamus. I am a history graduate student at San Diego State University with plans to become a history professor. I graduated from SDSU in 2025 with a bachelor's degree in history. I am a fellow of the American Revolution and Constitution History Project where I will be designing American history curriculum for...
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El Cajon, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
For decades, I've been a dedicated teacher and tutor, driven by a passion for helping students thrive. I am a credentialed math teacher with a master's degree in education. I focus on building confidence and fostering a love for learning. I vary my teaching strategies as needed, with visual aids and hands-on activities. I also...
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Santee, CA

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$21/hr
Have worked in after school programs that revolve around STEM. Have also worked as an after school teacher at a daycare center where I would help students with any homework questions. Tutor
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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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Experienced Home schooler Available For Tutoring Tuesdays And Thursdays Pre-K To 5th Grades

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$50/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is Julia and I offer personalized reading tutoring for children who need extra support with literacy skills. I bring over 9 years of homeschooling experience with my two daughters, along with 5 years working in school settings in Special Education across multiple grade levels. I am trained in the Orton-Gillingham...

Adam G. says "We are very lucky to have Julia tutoring our son. She became family to us. She is very thoughtful, professional, and very caring. We appreciate you very...

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

Chula Vista, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am an SDSU grad with over 13 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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Personal Educator Tutor With 10+ Years Of Experience

San Diego, CA

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$28/hr
Hello parents, my name is Ursula I'm 32 years old with a background in teaching toddlers and preschoolers for over 10 years now. I have 2 years of Psychology and a degree in language arts English and Portuguese. I'm currently studying special needs and early childhood education. I'm a certified yoga instructor for kids. My yoga...
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San Diego, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I am a former math instructor for kids & adults. I specialize in kids with special medical and educational needs. My methods of teaching are catered to best fit your student's needs and to help them gain lifelong learning skills.
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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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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hi families! My name is Madi and I currently work as an assistant teacher and am continuing my college coursework to become a Special Education teacher (Mild/Moderate). I have hands-on experience supporting students with a wide range of learning needs and love helping kids build confidence and succeed academically. I'm offering...
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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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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Empowering students to reach their full potential is at the heart of my teaching philosophy. With 10 years of experience, I specialize in helping elementary and middle school students master English, Science, History, and Foreign Language. I hold a college degree and maintain certification in Individualized Education Programs...
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Special Ed Instructional Aide

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I currently work as an instructional aid in a middle school in the special education department. I have experience tutoring between the grades of third grade to junior year in high school.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $25.00/hr as of May 2026

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Lakeside, CA

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

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.

Julia C.

We are very lucky to have Julia tutoring our son. She became family to us. She is very thoughtful, professional, and very caring. We...

- Adam G.

Karina S.

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

- Vonda B.

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

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