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Kryssia C.

Petaluma, CA

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$27/hr
4 years experience
I am a college graduate with a masters' degree in Behavior Analysis and a bachelors' degree in Psychology. I am fluent in English and Spanish and love teaching and learning new things.
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Ashley R.

Petaluma, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Ashley. I am a teacher/tutor with 10 years experience willing to work with all ages and most subjects. I have my own transportation and am willing to tutor in home or pick students up from school as well if needed. I am 33 years old and have had 5 years experience in teaching high school math. Before that,...
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Noelani M.

Petaluma, CA

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$26/hr
2 years experience
As a child development major I have worked with kids all of my college life. Haven't grown up in a tight community. Children have always been around me. I've always had younger children in my life that I've helped guide both in and out of school. I've learned this is a passion of mine, and I would love to enrich your child's...
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Jaimie F.

Rohnert Park, CA

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$26/hr
7 years experience
I have been working in TK-12 education for 7 years in various positions from pe teacher, substitute teacher, K-6 special education, and most recently kindergarten. I love working with kids and helping them learn and discover the world.
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Isela R.

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Rohnert Park, CA

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I love tutoring-and the reason that my students keep coming back is because I don't lecture or talk down to them, but rather make the subject into something fun that we can work on together. If you are looking for a friendly, responsible individual who values her clients and treats them in a professional manner, I would be...
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Madeline C.

Rohnert Park, CA

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$26/hr
I have experience with lower grades mostly, K-3rd grade. I am currently on track to become a K-6 teacher. I have taken college courses on how to teach grammar, reading, spelling, and physical education. I also am passionate about science and have a background in coding. I also have experience with special education in children...
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Janet F.

Rohnert Park, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I have been employed a for 15 years off and on for Santa Rosa School District as a language development assistant to speech therapists, RSP classes, one on one with students with adaptive needs ( which should be for all students). I have some experience in tutoring and homework assistance and correspondence with teacher...
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Samantha W.

Sebastopol, CA

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$60/hr
6 years experience
I am an experienced elementary-high school and SAT tutor who gives students stable and explorative learning experience! I tutor with the collective philosophies of college preparatory, Waldorf (hands-on and movement-based), and Montessori (connecting education to the real world) forms of education. I believe that all students...
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Avel D.

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San Rafael, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I live in San Rafael and understand the challenges many students face. In a community where academics are often the key to social mobility, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive. With several years of experience tutoring middle, high school, and college students, I specialize in subjects...

Nicole P. says "We hired Avel to tutor our two middle schoolers in Math. He's been great! Both kids like him and have learned so much for him in a short time. He's very...

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Dara W.

Elementary School Tutor

Santa Rosa, CA

5.0(0)
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$24/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, Everyone! My name is Dara and I am a 23-year-old, 5th-grade teacher looking to fill my extra time by providing childcare and tutoring services. I love engaging kiddos in screen-free experiences such as baking, cooking, outdoor games, hiking, crafting, fort building, and more! Additionally, I can assist with any tutoring...
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Kristen E.

Occidental, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 20 years of experience working with children of various ages and backgrounds, including teens. I have a Master's in Education from Dominican University of California, as well a Special Education Credential, a Multiple Subject Credential, a Single Subject Credential in English, and an Early Childhood Special Education...
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Alyssa A.

English Tutor For All Ages

Sonoma, CA

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$37/hr
3 years experience
Hello students and their parents! I am an enthusiastic English tutor, and have helped many students gain confidence in reading comprehension, grammar, and writing! I particularly love working with High School students, and my favorite things to teach are writing skills. Are you an AP student or about to apply to college and...
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Elysa B.

Certified Teacher

Santa Rosa, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a certified teacher in Sonoma county. I currently have a bachelors degree in English. I also have a credential in Special Education. I also have a Masters in Special Education. I have taught grade levels from TK-8. I have over 5 years of experience in education.
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Crystal K.

Santa Rosa, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Friendly nanny who is always eager to help! I specialize in early childhood education, am going for my Masters Degree to become a guidance counselor and always have my arms open for new bonds to be formed.
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Nan S.

Academic Tutor

Novato, CA

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$41/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a tutor for nine years working with a wide range of students from K-8 grade. I work with children from the general population to those with special needs in areas of ADD, autism and children with emotional trama. I work as a tutor instead of a teacher because I enjoy working in a small group or one on one. I like to...
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Mary L.

I Am A Retired Speech And Language Specialist. I've Been Trained In Teaching Reading

Santa Rosa, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I have 30 years of experience teaching young children to read. I worked with 1st thru 3rd grade children and special education. I love teaching children individually. I was trained in Ortho-Gillingham techniques. For the last 10 years I have focused on speech and language therapy with high school and young adult special...
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Marissa L.

Novato, CA

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$24/hr
The families that I nannied for over the years, have told me I'm a great teacher whenever I helped them with their homework. I have experience with teaching science, English, history art, health.
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Jope K.

San Rafael, CA

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$31/hr
Hi, my name is Jope, and I offer patient, supportive tutoring for students of all ages in the San Rafael / Marin County area. I specialize in helping learners build confidence, strengthen foundational skills, and truly understand the material--not just memorize it. I currently tutor in Math, Science, English, and GED...
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Maren L.

Experienced Teacher

Sebastopol, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I am a Multiple Subject Credentialed Teacher, and I completed my BA at UCSC and my credential at SSU. I worked as a 7th grade teacher in Santa Rosa for the past 11 years, teaching all subjects areas. I have many years of experience working in preschools and elementary school classrooms, in addition to middle school. I have also...
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Kim

Forestville, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working as a teacher's assistant at a public school for 18 years. I have vast experience with grades K-2 in reading and writing as well as mathematics. I usually will take a baseline test to see what the individual needs of the child are and with parents input start setting attainable goals. I have worked as a tutor...
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  • 29 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $26.00/hr as of January 2026

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Petaluma, CA is $26.00 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 Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, 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 Petaluma, 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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