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I'm a current design student in college pursuing graphic design. I have experience in art medias such as painting, drawing, glass blowing, and digital design. I have involved in creating art since the age of 5 and have taken just about every art class my schools have offered leading up to college.
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Special Education: I primarily with children with Autism Spectrum, ADHD, developmental delays. I focus mainly on small groups and whole classroom instruction. I work on fine motor, written expression, adaptive skills, social/emotional regulation. Pertaining to elementary school level, I work on reading comprehension, vocabulary,...
5.0
"We are very lucky to have met Jennifer on Care.com. We have been working with her for almost half a year. My 4-year-old son had a hard time adapting to the English-speaking environment at preschool. Jennifer...
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I have been a proven first class certified Reading Specialist for over 20 years and use the following methods in my work: Orton-Gillingham Multi-Sensory Program, Lindamood-Bell Visualizing and Verbalizing, Step-Up-To-Writing, Barton Reading and Spelling Program, and Wilson Reading Program. (In addition, I've taught Kindergarten...
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"Sharon taught both of our kids how to read. She is great working with young kids (our kids started learning from her at four and three) and kept them excited in learning all along. She is very patient,...
Reviewed by Chen W.
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I had a fulfilling career as a high school English teacher for 15 years. More recently, I have served as as an education director for a tutoring center and worked with pre-k students up to college aged students. I have helped prepare students for standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT, and TOEFL. I especially enjoy...
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"When we lived in another state, we had this amazing helper - Marilyn that arrived on time and almost floated in with her super human cape on --- to fix things, make it better. Finally I found someone here in...
Reviewed by Jill C.
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I offer in-person and remote tutoring. I have a bachelor's degree in Biology from Stanford, and have been teaching informally and formally since I was in junior high myself, when I used to help my sister and classmates with their math questions. I am known for being very approachable, and for making math accessible to students...
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"Dianna is an excellent Tutor. We initially hired Dianna to help our son in 7th grade math. She is able to easily connect with our son and he enjoys working with her. Dianna is able to work with him with his...
Reviewed by Joyce E.
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Independent Silicon-Valley-based education services provider with a decade of experience in working with students - individually and groups - in English Language Arts, Reading, Writing, Literacy Intervention, Social Studies and Humanities, Art, ESL, Executive Functioning, State Awareness and Stress Coping, and select Special...
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I am a certified speech language pathologist working with kids 3-13 years old. I have expertise in speech (articulation), language (expressive and receptive), as well as pragmatics (social skills). I love my job and seeing the progress in all children! Please reach out if you have any other questions.
Judy W.
Saratoga, CA
$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have been a tutor with a tutoring company for 3 years. I have experience in helping students K-12 with all subjects. I also work full-time as a school counselor at an elementary school (3 yrs). I have experience as an Instructional Aide (1 year) and a Substitute teacher (2 years).
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With over 10 years of experience working with different students, family dynamics, grade levels, in & out of the classroom, I have developed & refined a wide range of skills. Classroom teacher turned private homeschool instructor & tutor/business owner, my passion for teaching has grown & evolved. As a USC, Rossier School of Ed...
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"Courtney is an amazing tutor and was a blessing in our families life. She worked with two of my sons - both with very different personalities and learning styles (including dyslexia) for several years. Courtney...
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Lauren F.
Santa Clara, CA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I have a masters in education, experience teaching preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, second grade, in addition to tutoring 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders.
Vanessa C.
Stanford, CA
$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Experienced Tutor And Babysitter Specializing In AP Courses, SAT Prep, And Childcare For All Ages
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Hello! I am a junior at Stanford University, majoring in Biology with a concentration in neuroscience. My academic strengths include a diverse range of subjects such as physics, biology, chemistry, algebra, mathematics, reading, writing, psychology, and anatomy. I am also fluent in Spanish. With my comprehensive background, I am...
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My experience tutoring includes direct hands-on assisting children at learning centers but mostly public schools. I've helped children read and write primarily from grades K-5. I'm also credentialed in single subject art and have years teaching art in the public schools.
Graciela M.
Alviso, CA
$26-31/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Teaching and providing support comes very naturally to me. In 2020 I began attending courses to be a Teacher's Assistant for a Professor at Cal State East Bay. My TA positioned opened my eyes to the beauty of teaching and how much I love to see people learn a grow! Since my TA position I have been a summer camp teacher, an aid...
Autumn P.
Redwood City, CA
$25-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi, I have recently earned my teaching credential for mild/mod special education and have my master degree in special education. I am currently working on my second year of being a Resource Specialist Teacher. I currently help teach students with ELA and Math.
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I have a degree in Psychology from Yale with honors, and I am Montessori trained for ages 0-6. I have experience tutoring and teaching a wide variety of age groups, from 2 and 3-year-olds in a Montessori classroom, to elementary school students,. I've worked successfully with students both with and without special needs and...
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Hi there I'm a very reliable, patient, and active person who loves to teach. I am fluent in Spanish and I have been nannying/tutoring for the last six years of my life. Looking for something ASAP as I am looking for a new job! with me your children or child will receive appropriate care and I'm also willing to do other tasks if...
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I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated tutor who loves helping others explore and learn specially on the subject/subjects struggling with tutor available. I am well-known for my excellent subject knowledge and providing supportive learning lesson for student who need personal attention and makes learning simple and fun for them.
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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for children, from preschoolers to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so...
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Diana, a professionally trained tutor with a teaching credential, specializes in teaching children with Specific Learning Differences. Since 2012, she has dedicated herself to teaching a wide range of learners using one-to-one intensive instruction to support her students' learning challenges. She obtained specialized training...
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I am certified to teach Greek as an instructor. While babysitting for some Greek families, I was able to sit down with the child/children and teach Greek in creative ways. In addition, I am a certified swim instructor so I am able to go to your home and teach you or your children how to swim or work on their technique.
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Recent special needs tutors reviews in Los Altos, CA
Jennifer L.
5.0
She is very enthusiastic, easy going, dedicated teacher. She helped the student to greatly improve the reading, writing and spoken English.
- Care member
Sharon K.
5.0
Sharon worked with my twin sons, age 7, on basic phonics and prereading skills. Both have learning differences and challenges with attention. While each of my sons have very different profiles, Sharon adjusted to each of their needs. She worked diligently and consistently to develop their skills....
- Denise G.
Elizabeth V.
5.0
When we lived in another state, we had this amazing helper - Marilyn that arrived on time and almost floated in with her super human cape on --- to fix things, make it better. Finally I found someone here in the bay area that is similar to her. That person? Elizabeth. (like Marilyn -- she's...
- Jill C.
Dianna Z.
5.0
Dianna is an excellent Tutor. We initially hired Dianna to help our son in 7th grade math. She is able to easily connect with our son and he enjoys working with her. Dianna is able to work with him with his school director work or to provide/find additional material as needed. Our son asked to...
- Joyce E.
Courtney K.
5.0
Courtney is an amazing tutor and was a blessing in our families life. She worked with two of my sons - both with very different personalities and learning styles (including dyslexia) for several years. Courtney worked not only on improving their reading skills, comprehension levels and writing...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Los Altos, CA
How much do special needs tutors near me in Los Altos, CA charge per hour?
The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Los Altos, CA is $18.00 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.
How can I find special needs tutoring near me in Los Altos, CA?
If you’re looking for tutoring for special needs students near you in Los Altos, 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.
How can I safely hire a special needs tutor for my child near me in Los Altos, CA?
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 Los Altos, 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.
What types of special needs tutors are available near me in Los Altos, CA?
There are many different types of special needs tutors near you in Los Altos, 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.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a special needs tutor near me in Los Altos, CA?
When you are searching for tutors for special needs students near you in Los Altos, 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.