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Corey R.

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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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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San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
I am passionate about helping students unlock their full potential. I hold a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and specialize in high school Integrated Math 1 and 2. I worked in corporate for 12 years as a software test engineer before staying home to raise my two boys who are now ages 15 and 24. For the past eight...
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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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Escondido, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I have been a self- employed tutor and Spanish teacher since leaving my public education classroom teacher contract 12 years ago. My California teacher credential is active. I have experience working with students from pre-school age through college level. I am also experienced in working with special needs students.
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San Diego, CA

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$40/hr
2 years experience
Unlocking a student's unique potential is at the heart of my teaching practice. With two years of experience, I specialize in helping students from elementary through college levels master English, Science, History, and test preparation. I believe in fostering a genuine love for learning by breaking complex problems into...
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Escondido, CA

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$24/hr
I have experience tutoring children from the ages of 5-18, including special needs. My primary experience is in English, history, and test prep. I was an honor student throughout my entire academic career and was in the 95th percentile for standardized testing. I'm patient, adaptive, and love to learn and instill that love of...
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Master Teacher

San Diego, CA

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$49/hr
7 years experience
Here to hold space for children at various developmental stages and help students learn in ways that also meet the needs of their mind, body, and soul.
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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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Math/Reading Tutor

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm currently a pre-med student at UC Berkeley. I have a lot of experience with tutoring and babysitting. I began tutoring in high school clubs and got experience tutoring kids ranging from pre-school to 8th grade. I was also a Kumon instructor for two and a half years. Over these last few years, I've worked primarily with...
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San Diego, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I have a masters in international relations and currently working towards my teaching credential at SDSU. I am also working as a substitute teacher K-12 and looking for more teaching opportunities. I have taught Japanese, English, Science, Elementary Education, Math, History, Social Studies, Agriculture, Chemistry, Biology.
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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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Soccer And Special Education

San Diego, CA

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$23/hr
2 years experience
I have been playing soccer since I was 4 years old and will continue into college, soccer is my passion and I hope to spread that passion to your child while making sure they have fun. I also have been working with special needs kiddos for the past 4 years while actively being a TA in the SPED classroom as well as actively...
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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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San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
I'm a credentialed teacher with experience teaching TK-5th grade, including students with IEPs, 504 plans, and English Language Learners.
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Escondido, CA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Dawn and I worked in the school district in Escondido for several years. I started doing noon duty helping the children during lunch and recess. I then went through a teaching program and worked as an instructional assistant for kindergarten and first grade for several years. I then moved on to working with...
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Art Teacher For Kids (painting And Creativity)

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
A highly experienced and passionate Art Instructor with a Bachelor of Arts degree specializing in Painting and Illustration. I bring 14 years of experience teaching fine arts and fostering creativity in children. My professional background includes illustrating three published children's books and a proven track record of...
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San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
Hello! I have been tutoring and teaching at an afterschool math program for over 10 years. I can provide support with any school subjects as well as more specific support with subjects such as mathematics, psychology, and Russian language lessons.
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Elementary/Special Education Teacher

San Diego, CA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience
Graduated in May 2018 from Arizona State University with a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education.
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  • The average posted rate is $40.00/hr as of May 2026

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Poway, CA is $40.00 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 Poway, 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 Poway, 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 Poway, 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 Poway, 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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