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60 special needs tutors are listed in San Lorenzo, CA
The average rate is $40/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs tutors is 10 years
Special needs tutors in San Lorenzo, CA
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I like tutoring because I enjoy working with students one on one. I'm able to give students individualized attention and support.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to use my strengths to be of service to my community.
I started tutoring when I was in high school.
One thing you should know about me is I used to be a...
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Nehis O.
San Leandro, CA
$30-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am passionate about tutoring. Helping struggling students is something I take pride in. From the moment I begin to implement my tutoring plan to bring about positive changes to benefit a student, I'm constantly checking on the student to raise their expectation and improve quickly. I have tutored for 2 years in different...
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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.
5.0
"Nina has made distance learning so much easier for my daughter. A real gem."
Reviewed by Susan H.
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I'm an enthusiastic and dedicated tutor who loves helping others explore and learn specially on the subject/subjects they are struggling with. I am well-known for my excellent subject knowledge and providing supportive learning lesson for student who need personal attention and makes learning simple and fun for them.
5.0
"Theresa has a genuine heart of gold and k owns how to make others feel cared for "
Reviewed by Care member
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I have been a proven first class certified Reading Specialist for over 20 years and use the following methods in my work: Orton-Gillingham Multi-Sensory Program, Lindamood-Bell Visualizing and Verbalizing, Step-Up-To-Writing, Barton Reading and Spelling Program, and Wilson Reading Program. (In addition, I've taught Kindergarten...
5.0
"Sharon taught both of our kids how to read. She is great working with young kids (our kids started learning from her at four and three) and kept them excited in learning all along. She is very patient,...
Reviewed by Chen W.
Molly Rose F.
Palo Alto, CA
$40-60/hr • 10 yrs exp
7th Grade Math And Science Teacher With Childcare Experience
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Hello! I am an experienced 7th grade math and science teacher with over 10 years of tutoring experience. My students praise my enthusiasm, patience, positive attitude, and ability to simplify complex topics. I graduated from Bowdoin College with a degree in Spanish, and from Simmons with an MAT in Secondary Mathematics Education...
5.0
"Molly is a bright and talented tutor and was extremely responsive in our communications. I would have loved to hire her except my child ended up dropping the class for which we were seeking tutoring."
Reviewed by Sarah G.
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Hello! My name is Matthew and I am currently a student at DVC. I work with both younger students and college students. For younger students, I usually assist in the areas of Math, English, and computer skills. For college students, I can assist with American Sign Language and various programming languages. The most important...
5.0
"With a keen attention to detail, the willingness and ability to finish any task at 110%, and a strong sense of empathy and gentleness, Matthew is one of the best.
He always remembers any details given, and...
Reviewed by Abraham L.
Veronica L.
San Mateo, CA
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
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My name is Veronica. I have experience in tutoring Elementary English and Math. I am bilingual as well. Also have experience working with special education.
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Hi there, my name is Keerthi. I grew up in the Bay Area and studied Psychology at UC Berkeley. Currently I am doing my doctoral studies in Clinical Psychology and am based in San Francisco.
While I did my undergraduate training, I worked as a tutor and mentor for students across the Bay Area. After graduating, I was a high...
5.0
"Keerthi went above and beyond as a math tutor for my son. Her personalized approach created such a welcoming and supportive learning environment. She made sure to provide additional resources and effective...
Reviewed by Care member
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With 10 years teaching classes related to reading and writing at an after-school and 13 years of private English tutoring, I have extensive knowledge of how to help students achieve their potential.
A few years ago, my C. E. L. T. A. teaching certificate (The University of Cambridge) provided the hands on experience I needed,...
5.0
"Sabrina helped my son with his writing skills in preparation for ISEE. She also reviewed the materials for the verbal reasoning and reading comprehension sections. She is professional and reliable and we were...
Reviewed by Ellen G.
Kelly S.
San Francisco, CA
$40-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I have my Master of Science in Education and have a license in school psychology. I have experience working in an elementary school and know a lot of interventions, particularly in reading and behavior.
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"It was such a pleasure working with Kelly who we hired mid pandemic for both child care and additional tutoring support for our kids. Extremely professional, great communicator, handled pickups and drop offs...
Reviewed by Noah R.
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I have been an elementary school teacher for over 12 years and also have many years experience tutoring various ages and subjects. I make learning fun with engaging games and activities that can be completed independently to keep the learning going in between sessions. I also incorporate movement and mindfulness into tutoring...
5.0
"Heather is truly a gem. My daughter absolutely adores her. Her love of children truly shines through with every interaction. She encourages critical thinking and emotional growth while making the subject...
Reviewed by Patricia P.
4.8
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I've been a teacher for 16 years, I have experience with kids years 3-17. I've taught different subjects and I like to implement different and fun activities for kids and teenagers. I can help your kids in different subjects such as English Language Arts, Spanish, Science, Math and others.
Nikki M.
Oakland, CA
$75/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! My name is Nikki. I am a former elementary teacher. I was a 4th grade teacher for three years and 3rd grade teacher for two years.
I am passionate, kind, creative and patient. With my 5+ years of experience, your child will receive excellent tutoring. My knowledge of curriculum, creating lessons, and building confidence...
5.0
"We feel incredibly lucky to have found Nikki. She's reliable, punctual, patient and positive. My daughter is regularly taking tutoring lessons with her and we are very happy with the results."
Reviewed by Viviana D.
Paula W.
San Mateo, CA
$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Part-Time To Full-Time Tutor, Caregiver And Family Assistant
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I'm a positive and energetic 28-year-old college graduate and certified holistic nutritionist. Ever since I was in high school I have been tutoring children and even my peers in all subjects, but especially English, Spanish, and Math. I am building my nutrition/culinary career, but in the mean time, I'm looking for consistent,...
5.0
"My 4th Grade daughter was struggling with organizing herself during pandemic distance learning on top of a newly identified math-related learning disability. I have a full time job so cannot take the time out...
Reviewed by Christina H.
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Hi there,
I'm a full-time educational consultant, who's aided students' success for the last seven years. Over 20 pupils have thrived to their highest potential in mathematics under my care. From getting up to speed with coursework to standardized test prep to specialized assistance for students with learning differences, I aim...
5.0
"Tianna is a great math tutor for our 5th grade daughter, and now recently our little 3rd grader as well. Our daughters enjoy Tianna's teaching methods, and have shown improvement on current test scores. Hoping...
Reviewed by Anthony M.
Hailey R.
Alameda, CA
$19-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Hailey. I live in Alameda, California. I am 21 yrs old. I have great experience with tutoring and testing children. I worked at Alameda Unified School District for two years as a (CELDT) tester; (California English Language Development Test) and also participated in other jobs like tutoring, homework, helping...
4.8
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I am a Berkeley psychology graduate. I have about 3 years of experience with childcare and tutoring. Most of the kids I worked with were between 3-7 years old. I am interested in caring, motivating and tutoring school age kids and teenagers. Being part of kids development is a rewarding and motivating experience. I put lots of...
5.0
"Neda is passionate about her lessons and cares about our kids. We've seen notable improvements since our children started working with her."
Reviewed by Brian B.
Jacqueline M.
San Francisco, CA
$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Engaging/encouraging/bright Wellesley Neuro Grad To Enhance Your Child's Educational Experience
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Hi! I'm Jackie, a Wellesley College Neuroscience alum, with background in Childhood Development; the Psychology of Learning, Teaching, and Motivation; Cognition; and Memory.
As a kiddo, learning multiplication was grueling and disheartening experience, until the perfectly patient, encouraging, and motivating tutor came along...
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I am a Clinical Psychology doctoral student and spent the last 4 years teaching in elementary schools. I have tutored students from age 3 to 16. I have a BA in Psychology from UC Berkeley and a MS in Education from JH University
5.0
"Maya is a great tutor,she really helped my daughter with her homework and teaches her how to prepare for test,she really helps her bring her grade up , thank you Maya it was a pleasure working with you "
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Recent special needs tutors reviews in San Lorenzo, CA
Nina H.
5.0
Nina has made distance learning so much easier for my daughter. A real gem.
- Susan H.
Theresa T.
5.0
Theresa has a genuine heart of gold and k owns how to make others feel cared for
- Care member
Sharon K.
5.0
Sharon worked with my twin sons, age 7, on basic phonics and prereading skills. Both have learning differences and challenges with attention. While each of my sons have very different profiles, Sharon adjusted to each of their needs. She worked diligently and consistently to develop their skills....
- Denise G.
Molly Rose F.
5.0
Molly is a bright and talented tutor and was extremely responsive in our communications. I would have loved to hire her except my child ended up dropping the class for which we were seeking tutoring.
- Sarah G.
Matthew T.
5.0
I've been Matt's friend for over a decade now, and I've always known him as smart, reliable, and honest. I've never seen him not try his hardest. When working with kids, you want somebody you can trust, and I can't think of anybody I'd trust more than Matt.
- Noah C.
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FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in San Lorenzo, CA
How much do special needs tutors near me in San Lorenzo, CA charge per hour?
The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in San Lorenzo, 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.
How can I find special needs tutoring near me in San Lorenzo, CA?
If you’re looking for tutoring for special needs students near you in San Lorenzo, 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.
How can I safely hire a special needs tutor for my child near me in San Lorenzo, CA?
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 Lorenzo, 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.
What types of special needs tutors are available near me in San Lorenzo, CA?
There are many different types of special needs tutors near you in San Lorenzo, 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.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring a special needs tutor near me in San Lorenzo, CA?
When you are searching for tutors for special needs students near you in San Lorenzo, 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.