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Ashley G.

Special Education Tutor

San Francisco, CA

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$55/hr
6 years experience
I am an Extensive Support Needs Special Education Teacher in SFUSD. I am especially passionate about working with children with special needs and find meeting students where they are at.
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San Francisco, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Unlocking a student's unique potential is at the heart of my teaching practice. With 10 years of experience, I specialize in helping students from elementary school through college excel in English, Science, Computers, and Study Skills. I hold a graduate degree and maintain a patient, supportive environment where I prioritize...
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San Francisco, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
With four years of experience in the biotech industry and a background in biosciences, I specialize in making Math, Science, and Test Preparation accessible and engaging for elementary through high school students. I prioritize building a supportive rapport by actively listening to your needs and observing how you interact with...
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San Francisco, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Empowering students to reach their full potential is at the heart of my teaching practice. With three years of experience, I specialize in Math, English, History, and Special Education for elementary through high school students. I believe every learner thrives when provided with personalized support in an engaging, patient...
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San Francisco, CA

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$19/hr
6 years experience
I have 6 years of experience in teaching elementary and special education. I am willing to provide in person or online tutoring services for your child. I specialize in reading interventions at the elementary level.
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San Francisco, CA

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$50/hr
4 years experience
I am looking to tutor special needs students in their IEP goals specifically. I have two years experience as a special education teacher and 3 years experience as a paraprofessional helping special education students with academic and behavioral skills.
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UC Santa Barbara Student Offering Tutoring

San Francisco, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I have been tutoring others in English, German, and History since high school. I specialize in these areas but can also assist with elementary school education. I have worked as a teacher's aid in K-5 classes in all subjects, and one on one with private students. I enforce a great and heatlhy learning environment that allows...
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Engaging Part-time Tutor

San Francisco, CA

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$27/hr
6 years experience
Hello, I'd love to support your student succeed at their learning goals! I have been working in Elementary classrooms as a literacy intern, student teacher, substitute teacher, and classroom teacher for the past 6 years. I recently finished my MAT program at USF and took on a 1st grade class. I'm comfortable with SFUSD's...
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San Francisco, CA

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$29/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm Leila, an experienced literacy and learning specialist who supports students with diverse learning profiles. I help children build confidence and strengthen their reading, comprehension, spelling, and math skills. As a clinician at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes, I have extensive knowledge of evidence-based literacy...
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San Francisco, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Empowering students to reach their full potential is at the heart of my teaching practice. With three years of experience, I specialize in building confidence across subjects like Math, English, Science, and Special Education for elementary and middle school students. I believe that every learner thrives when provided with a...
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History, English, And Writing, And Spanish Tutor For K-12

San Francisco, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I'm an early childhood art teacher based in San Francisco, looking for part time tutoring work with a variety of ages. I have five years of education experience: my relevant background includes early childhood teaching (reading, verbal skills, foundational math), and elementary/middle school general homework help, and...
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Calm, Supportive Educator Who Loves Working With Kids!

San Francisco, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm an educator with a Master's in Education and over 7 years of experience working in schools with students ages 6-14. I've spent a lot of time in both general and special education settings, so I'm really comfortable supporting a wide range of learning styles, personalities, and needs. I naturally bring a calm, patient...
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Ariana

San Francisco, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi there! My name is Ariana and I am a born and raised San Franciscan who absolutely loves spending time with children. I am an experienced and caring babysitter with over 7 years of hands-on childcare experience. I hold a college degree in Child Development and previously worked as a preschool teacher. I specialize in creating...
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Camilla - Loves Kids And Aiding Them In All Kinds Of Learning

San Francisco, CA

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$37/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Camilla, I am 30 looking for tutoring and babysitting opportunities in San Francisco. I love being around kids and am very patient and flexible with them. I encourage curiosity from kids and walk in wonder with them. I have spent time with kids with special needs though I haven't tutored them. I have babysat...
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San Francisco, CA

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$50/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a credentialed elementary school teacher with 6+ years of experience in a bilingual classroom setting. I have a masters degree in education with bilingual authorization (English and Spanish) and a bachelor's degree in Spanish. Now that I have cleared my teaching credential, I am looking to explore other teaching...
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San Francisco, CA

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$35/hr
8 years experience
Empowering students to reach their full potential is at the heart of my teaching philosophy. With eight years of experience and a graduate degree, I specialize in English, Test Preparation, History, and Special Education. I believe every student possesses unique strengths, and I am dedicated to fostering a love for learning...
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San Francisco, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Luis and I have 5 years of experience working in the mental health field and foster care system in Northern California. The age ranges are from 0-18 with different levels of emotional regulation. Some have mental and physical disabilities, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, previous traumas, or no behavior challenges...
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San Francisco, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I currently work as a Paraeducator with the San Francisco Unified School District in the Special Education Department, where I provide individualized support to students with diverse learning needs. Spanish is my first language, and I use it fluently both at home and in my work. This skill has allowed me to better connect with...
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San Francisco, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Having spent the last 20 years as a Special Education teacher, I am not switching careers and moving into social work. I have tutored students privately, to help support advanced in reading and math skills, using data to guide lessons. Additionally, I am skilled in behavior observation, creating a positive and encouraging...
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San Francisco, CA

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$29/hr
2 years experience
Learning should be an exciting journey, and I'm here to guide you! I'm a registered and certified EMT with a bachelor's degree in political science and and two years of experience, I'm passionate about helping students unlock their full potential. I tutor English, Science, Special Education, Study Skills, and History for...
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  • 66 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $31.00/hr as of August 2026

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

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in San Francisco, CA is $31.89 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 Francisco, 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 Francisco, 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 Francisco, 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 Francisco, 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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