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Jessica D.

Helpful Homework Or Homeschool Tutor

Lakeside, CA

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$25/hr
I am an experienced parent, educator, and with childcare working at a home daycare, foster care, & as a Nanny. I have many years of life experience teaching my children through private and public charter homeschool and hybrid programs. I have tutored my 5 kids in every grade, Pre-k to 12th. I have 4 children with learning...
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Linda Y.

Part-time Evening Tutor

Lakeside, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have been an elementary teacher teaching all subjects from preschool to 5th grade. I have experience tutoring across elementary grade levels. I am patient and understanding and try to find the very best methods of learning for each individual learner I teach.
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Leah A.

Lakeside, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Hi there! I am a tutor/ private teacher and looking to fill up my schedule. I can work with small groups, distance learning programs and offer private lessons as well. I have lots of experience. I've worked in preschools, taught English in Israel and nannied. Looking forward to talking about your specific needs and how I many be...
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Tyler M.

Poway, CA

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$25/hr
I have 8 plus years working with children as a nanny and tutor. I used to be on a swim team when I was 7 years old and would still consider myself a strong swimmer. I love to swim in the ocean during my free time.
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Makenzie D.

El Cajon, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
I am an education major passionate about helping students reach their academic potential. With a strong foundation in teaching methods and a patient, encouraging approach, I specialize in tutoring students in a variety of subjects and adapting to different learning styles. I aim to make learning engaging and accessible, building...
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Finn W.

Diverse Tutor

El Cajon, CA

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$25/hr
I earned a B. A. from SDSU in LGBTQ+ with summa cum laude honors. I am excited to use my own success in education to empower others to thrive in their academic goals.
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Peyton L.

Poway, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
I am in my third year in college for child development. I was a vet tech and can help with biology and math. I also speak fluent German so I can assist with that. I love drama and arts as well. I tutored for years in high school and now teach preschool. I would be happy to help your kiddos !
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Julia L.

About Me

El Cajon, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I help students of all ages master writing, build confidence, and turn messy drafts into polished work. From young learners to high schoolers preparing for college-level writing and college students tackling research papers, I tailor my approach to fit each student's needs. With a psychology degree and ABA training, I adapt to...
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Nareh G.

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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Angela H.

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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Caitlin P.

Certificated CA Teacher K-8

Santee, CA

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$40/hr
I have six years teaching experience and my bachelors and masters in education. I have experience teaching multiple subjects from kindergarten to seventh grade.
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Francisca O.

Patient Tutor

El Cajon, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have over 20 years of classroom teaching plus after school tutoring experience; a Masters Degree and a valid teaching credential. I can help with general education as well as focus on Mathematics from 4th grade to pre-calculus and Trigonometry. I have a lot of patience and I love to help students succeed.. You will...
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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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Haylee S.

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$55/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I am a graduate from Pitzer College and Claremont Graduate University. My bachelor is a double major in human biology and psychology with an emphasis in child development with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). My graduate degree is a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in finance. I...

Meghan M. says "Haylee is such an awesome tutor. She is patient and relates to the kiddos so they have fun while learning. My son passed his math final and his senior of...

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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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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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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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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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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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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.67/hr as of November 2025

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

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.

Haylee S.

Haylee is such an awesome tutor. She is patient and relates to the kiddos so they have fun while learning. My son passed his math final and...

- Meghan M.

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 $26.67 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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