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Sunday H.

CRLA Level 3 Master Tutor - Specialized In Learning And Attention Challenges

Palo Alto, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience
I have CRLA (College Reading and Learning Association) Level 3 Master Tutor Certification, the highest achievable level for peer tutoring. I earned this certification at University of Arizona's SALT Center, renowned for its academic support program for students with attention and learning challenges. While working there for 2...
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Nina H.

Experienced Tutor

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
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$70/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a learning specialist with extensive experience in education. I focus on proving academic support by using a variety of research-based learning strategies, as well as an innovative approach to help students learn the material. I am a credentialed middle school teacher and hold an M. S in Special Education.

Susan H. says "Nina has made distance learning so much easier for my daughter. A real gem."

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Rameshwar C.

Palo Alto, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
My approach is rooted in the belief that with the right tools and a strong community, anyone can rise above the limitations placed before them. I focus on equipping each client with the resources they need to navigate their world with confidence and independence. This is never a one size fits all process. I take a tailored...
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Beatrice S.

Palo Alto, CA

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$32/hr
8 years experience
I have experience supporting students in both academic and personal learning environments. I worked as a special education paraprofessional, providing one-on-one support to a high school student, helping them stay focused, organized, and engaged in their schoolwork. During the pandemic, I also worked as a school assistant and...
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Alondra M.

Palo Alto, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Hello, My name is Alondra and I'm currently a Senior at UC Berkeley where I am majoring in Business Administration. I've been working with kids since I was 17 and I really enjoy it. I started my childcare journey working as a tutor and activity / elective coordinator at San Mateo County Libraries where I was an employee for...
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Emma Christina G.

Palo Alto, CA

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$45/hr
8 years experience
For me, working with children is incredibly rewarding. With over 8 years of private school lead teacher classroom and childcare experience, including a graduate degree and Early Child Development coursework, I'm confident in my ability to provide nurturing and engaging care. My background as a teacher has equipped me with the...
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Meliza G.

Tutor

Palo Alto, CA

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$28/hr
I'm a part-time office administrator and youth mentor with over a decade of experience working with children. I have some college experience from UC Merced and a passion for creative activities like cooking and crafting. My personality is joyful and enthusiastic, and I'm very reliable. I'm eager to bring my skills in childcare,...
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Sharon K.

Certified Reading Specialist

Sunnyvale, CA

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$49/hr
10 years experience
I am a proven first class certified Reading Specialist for over 20 years and use the following methods in my work:. In addition, I've taught kindergarten through 6th grade and homeschooled my daughter and son through 8th grade. I'm proud to say they both have their master's degrees. The first step is to provide the parent with a...
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Andrea N.

Tutor Available

Menlo Park, CA

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$8/hr
4 years experience
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Special Education, as well as any subject. I have experience tutoring English, Math, Spanish, and Science. I can help in the home or online.
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Natalya B.

Redwood City, CA

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$29/hr
Experienced youth educator with over 6 years working with children of all ages from infants to teens. Background includes tutoring ages 5-13 in reading, writing, and math; leading physical education as a PE coach; and running enrichment activities in after-school programs. Confident and nurturing caregiver with 2+ years of...
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Alexia L.

Sunnyvale, CA

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$28/hr
I would love to tutor anyone with the needs of someone who can mentor young children, it's a beautiful place
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Bria G.

Personalized Tutoring For Confident Readers, Writers & Problem-Solvers

Menlo Park, CA

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$45/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello. I'm Bria, a dedicated and patient tutor specializing in English Language Arts. With a strong background in education and a passion for helping students grow, I work with learners from early elementary through middle school to build confidence and master essential skills. I am a private school teacher that specializes...
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Sabrina A.

Redwood City, CA

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$60/hr
10 years experience
With 15 years of private English tutoring and 10+ years teaching classes at an after school program, I specialize in helping students from 4th grade through high school build confidence and mastery in English. My focus areas include reading comprehension, grammar, writing, literature, and test preparation (SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE)...
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Sundus B.

Math And Science Tutor

Redwood City, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
My name is Sundus I have love for kids and will have great time with them. I have been babysitting since I was 6 years old. I have attached my resume so you know more about me. I am 27 years old very responsible, I am a very good cook and know how to clean the house and do laundry. I have a master degree in law, worked as a...
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Daniel M.

Mountain View, CA

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$30/hr
I am a credentialed elementary school teacher with a Master's degree in Education (emphasis on Elementary Ed.). I offer specialized tutoring services to help your child thrive in grades K-5. My approach is engaging, supportive, and tailored to meet your student's unique learning needs, whether they need help mastering reading,...
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Itai K.

Sunnyvale, CA

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$28/hr
1 year experience
Totally happy to tutor your child (or children) with whatever topics, academic or not, they might need.
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Thomas E.

Stanford, CA

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$45/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm a Stanford student studying Computer Science and Product Design, with extra time to help my local community. I have over 3+ years of teaching experience (Mathnasium, teaching Stanford courses, private tutoring experience). As a dog and hamster owner, and past dog sitter, I have 5+ years of experience taking care of...
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Rafaela A.

Redwood City, CA

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$28/hr
Hi! I'm Rafaela -- a 25-year-old student based in Redwood City. I'm currently pursuing my third degree and looking for tutoring opportunities during my free time. I can help with English, Portuguese, computer skills, math, and physics. I have plenty of experience tutoring my host kids as an au pair, and I love helping students...
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Yumiko B.

Tutor

Sunnyvale, CA

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$21/hr
I have many years of experience working with children and tutoring. I began that work engaging in fun filled summer and weekend (during school year) camps for people on the spectrum, then moving to caregiving for the same population. This was about 2 years. I then worked for 1. 5 years in behavioral services, typically in a...
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Caitlin J.

Education Graduate Student Tutor: Fun, Engaging And Caring

Menlo Park, CA

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$50/hr
4 years experience
I am in graduate school currently at San Francisco State University in a multiple subject credential/masters program. I co-teach Tuesday's and Thursday's in a 1st grade class while I am in school and worked in Kindergarten-4th grade. I absolutely love working with children and have also worked as a Camp Director at Mountain Camp...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $38.71/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs tutors is 5.0

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Palo Alto, CA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Palo Alto, CA is $38.71 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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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