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Jessica M.

School Psychologist

San Mateo, CA

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$50/hr
8 years experience
Hello! I am currently employed as a school psychologist. I have 9 years of experience working with toddlers through seniors with special needs. I love math, crafting, and serving at my church's nursery. I also have counseling and crisis training. One to one and small groups are my favorite!
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San Mateo, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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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San Mateo, CA

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$29/hr
Hi! My name is Stevana and I al 21 years old. I'm currently studying social work at Cañada College. Working with kids is my passion. I have one years worth of experience tutoring, and five years of experience in childcare. I hope you consider me to be your tutor !
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San Mateo, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
My name is Viviana and I am 25 years old. I currently work at a large corporate law firm in Palo Alto and am available weekdays after 4:30pm, and weekends anytime. I am an aspiring law student and am hoping to save some additional money before my law school journey. I have worked with kids (including tutoring) and pets...
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Part-Time To Full-Time Tutor, Caregiver And Family Assistant

San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a positive and energetic 32-year-old college graduate and certified holistic nutritionist and private chef. Ever since I was a teenager, I have been babysitting and tutoring children, especially children 4 years and older. I do have some experience with toddlers too. I tutor in all subjects, but especially Math, English,...

Christina H. says "My 4th Grade daughter was struggling with organizing herself during pandemic distance learning on top of a newly identified math-related learning...

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Tutor

San Mateo, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I am a Bay Area college student who is available for a nanny/ tutor position. I love pets, exploring the outdoors, swimming, arts and crafts, cooking, helping with homework needs, and having fun! I have experience working with children 9 months to 15 years old. I most recently was a counselor at a private elementary school in...
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K-2 Summer Tutor - 1st Grade Teacher With 5 Years Experience

Redwood City, CA

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$29/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I'm Martha, a certified teacher with 5 years of experience in 1st grade. This summer, I'm offering K-2 tutoring as a short-term pilot program to help young learners strengthen reading and math skills. While this is my first time offering private tutoring, I've supported many students in the classroom and love helping kids...
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English And Special Needs Tutoring And Nannying

Burlingame, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dear prospective parents and students, My name is Emily, and I specialize in English, writing and special needs tutoring for all ages (ages 5-18). In addition to having much experience in tutoring, I also have a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) and Art Therapy from Notre Dame De Namur University in Belmont,...
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Duke Student Tutor

Belmont, CA

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$50/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I am an undergraduate at Duke who is pursuing a degree in Neuroscience. I have tutored college essay writing, preK-12th grade subjects, and SAT. I have worked with neurodivergent and disabled students in addition to neurotypical students. I have also been an athlete my entire life so I love doing sports/activities with my...
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Redwood City, CA

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$29/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm Aylin, a 20-year-old college student looking to tutor K-5 students. I worked at a local K-8 school during summer school, helping kids with their learning and class activities. I'm more comfortable tutoring elementary grades (K-5) and love making learning fun with little games, songs, and creative activities.
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Chemistry And Math Teacher

Burlingame, CA

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$45/hr
Hello! My name is Fabiola, I'm 28 years old and a Chemical Engineer with strong Spanish and English communication skills. I have over 5 years of experience teaching children of different ages, from early learners to teenagers, both as a tutor and as a nanny. I specialize in Spanish, Math, Chemistry, and general science, and I...
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26-year-old College Graduate. 10+ Years As A Nanny, All Included School Work/tutoring

Burlingame, CA

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$26/hr
4 years experience
A early high school graduate, I was a very bright student, and have always been eager to assist others with guiding them through word problems, math equations, etc. Also I have a college degree from the fashion Institute of design and merchandising, with a major in marketing and merchandising. My strengths are math English...
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Burlingame, CA

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$30/hr
Hi! I'm currently offering tutoring and would love to help you (or your child) grow with confidence and clarity. Whether you're looking to sharpen skills, tackle tough subjects, or just need a little extra support, I bring patience, positivity, and a passion for learning to every session. Let's make progress fun and rewarding...
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Life Learner Ready To Tutor

Redwood City, CA

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$48/hr
10 years experience
My name is Joy and I'm knowledge obsessed. I am currently hyper fixated with classic philosophy and neuroscience. My interests and topic knowledge is vast. I have also been working in Tech, specifically Finance, for the last decade. I have lead huge teams and had a lot of success. However, I am ready to go back to school and...
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Redwood City, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I have my degree in Early Childhood Education. I have taught and implemented Spanish to children ages from birth to early adulthood. I have taught reading, writing, math in all Spanish. I had also worked through the pandemic one on one with children and have worked as an aide in the classroom with an autistic child for 10 plus...
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Arts, Psychology, English, & Math Tutor

Burlingame, CA

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$40/hr
4 years experience
I have a BA in Psychology and an expected graduation date just three months away. My passion for education is matched by my varied tutoring expertise. In the arts, I have had the opportunity to guide students through oil painting, photography, and various other mediums. My approach to art tutoring focuses on nurturing...
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A Little About Me!

Pacifica, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as friendly, inquisitive and empathetic. I like tutoring because I enjoy working with students one on one. I like to get to know them on a more personal level to help them achieve their goals. I'm looking for a job that I can use my professional background to make a difference in a students life....
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Redwood City, CA

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$28/hr
Hi! I'm Rafaela -- a 25-year-old student based in Redwood City. I'm currently pursuing my third degree and looking for tutoring opportunities during my free time. I can help with English, Portuguese, computer skills, math, and physics. I have plenty of experience tutoring my host kids as an au pair, and I love helping students...
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Redwood City, CA

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$60/hr
10 years experience
With 15 years of private English tutoring and 10+ years teaching classes at an after school program, I specialize in helping students from 4th grade through high school build confidence and mastery in English. My focus areas include reading comprehension, grammar, writing, literature, and test preparation (SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE)...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $29.71/hr as of January 2026

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

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in San Mateo, CA is $29.71 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 Mateo, 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 Mateo, 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 Mateo, 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 Mateo, 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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