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Jordan E.

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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Genevieve M.

Special Education Tutor

San Diego, CA

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$45/hr
4 years experience
Thank you for checking out my profile. I run my own senior caregiving business during the day and offer in home and virtual tutoring sessions in the afternoon. I have an immense amount of experience working with children. I've provided respite care to those with special needs and have worked one on one as a classroom aid for...
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Madison M.

Special Education Teacher, Offering Tutoring

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Madison and I'm a Special Education Teacher here in San Diego. I graduated from the University of Arizona in May and quickly moved to work at a non-public in my dream position. I currently work full time but as a recent college grad, and new to San Diego, I'm looking to do a little bit more. I'm currently...
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Cailey G.

Tutor With Special Education Experience

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Over the past 3 years, I've worked as a behavioral therapist for autistic children in a school setting. I worked with a client one-on-one in a classroom setting and provided help not only managing behaviors, but also in teaching the content if additional help was needed. I was with a client through 3rd-6th grade, and helped them...
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Makayla F.

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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Sophia N.

Experienced Educator Specializing In Foundational Reading And Math Skills.

San Diego, CA

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$50/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm a certified teacher with a passion for helping kids grow into confident, capable learners. I have experience teaching students in kindergarten through third grade and specialize in building strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and math. I hold a B. A. in Elementary Education and a Master's in Reading...
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Caitlynn P.

Special Ed Instructional Aide

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I currently work as an instructional aid in a middle school in the special education department. I have experience tutoring between the grades of third grade to junior year in high school.
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Julianne G.

Homework Tutor Specialized In Reading & Written Language

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
30 years as speech/language therapist in SD Unified. Have worked with ages 3 to 13 in special education: communication impairment, dyslexia, autism, ADHD. I'm enthusiastic, and enjoy using humor and fun activities with students. Also organized, compassionate, and patient.
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Quynh T.

Experienced Tutor Specialized In Elementary And Middle School Math

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I am a current transfer undergraduate student at UCSD. I have been working with students for the last two years on both STEM and humanities subjects and am thrilled to get to play a role in assisting them toward success in their education. I was previously a Pre-algebra and Algebra tutor to freshman and sophomore students...
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Justin C.

San Diego, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I'm a patient, encouraging tutor who believes every student learns differently. I have been teaching for over 20 years and I meet each student where they are and apply easy to learn approaches that helps students build confidence, strengthen fundamentals and develop study habits that last long after our sessions. Whether it's...
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Nadia U.

San Diego, CA

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$40/hr
3 years experience
I'm passionate about helping young learners thrive! With a graduate degree and three years of experience, I specialize in tutoring elementary students in English, foreign languages, and special education. I believe every student has unique potential and can achieve their goals with personalized support. I vary my teaching...
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John R.

San Diego, CA

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$45/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I'm John. I've been fluent in Spanish for over two decades, supported by academic study (Spanish minor in undergrad, study abroad in Spain) and lived abroad in Colombia for 6 months. I currently work as a YMCA respite provider for individuals with special needs and am Adult/Child/Pediatric CPR and First Aid certified. I...
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Farinaz T.

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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Leiah C.

Academic Tutor

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
I received my Master's Degree in May of 2022 in Speech-Language Pathology. I currently work full-time as a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist who works with medically complex children in the hospital setting. I have completed rotations in both public school and special education school settings, working with children across...
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Adrienne R.

Creative And Motivating Tutor

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I am an experienced elementary teacher with a passion for helping children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. I specialize in working with students from Kindergarten through 6th grade, including those with disabilities or multilingual learners. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in...
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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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Bella B.

San Diego, CA

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$22/hr
I'm a patient tutor earning my master's in special education. I support preschool and elementary students, including those with special needs, focusing on early learning skills in a fun and supportive way.
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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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Paulina M.

5+ Years Experienced Bilingual Certified Teacher

San Diego, CA

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$40/hr
5 years experience
Bilingual certified teacher with five years of experience in both general and special education, offering personalized K-6 tutoring in reading, writing, math, and study skills. I specialize in supporting diverse learners and tailoring lessons to meet each child's needs. Known for my patience, creativity, and ability to make...
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Morgan F.

San Diego, CA

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$24/hr
6 years experience
Passionate special education teacher with 6 years of experience supporting students with autism and other disabilities. Skilled in interpreting and implementing IEPs to create personalized learning plans that meet each student's unique needs. Committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where every child can thrive...
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  • 128 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $27.85/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs tutors is 4.8

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in San Diego, CA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in San Diego, CA is $27.85 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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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