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Lydia M.

Special Education Teacher

Santa Maria, CA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
I am a credentialed special education teacher with a Masters in Education and Curriculum. I have alot of experience with all age groups and I am very skilled and individualizing your child's education to help them get caught up, build confidence and reach their true potential.
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Maria C.'s Photo

Santa Maria, CA

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$26/hr
3 years experience
I have experience with homework help especially children and children with special needs. I am bilingual in Spanish and can assist in Spanish as well.
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Rebekah C.'s Photo

Santa Maria, CA

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$15/hr
I am a theatre professional with experience with children. As an Assistant Camp Director for a professional theatre's summer camp, I was trained with Southwest Autism Resource and Research Center, organized classes, and planned/led weekly crafts with the campers. I am organized and can help your student in almost any subject. If...
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Eleanor G.'s Photo

Santa Maria, CA

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$23/hr
9 years experience
I have a Bachelor's degree in Child Development and Entrepreneurship from Cal Poly and am pursuing a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology. I have taken both the SAT and ACT with a strength in English reading and writing, Algebra, and Geometry. I am a Registered Behavioral Technician for Autistic children and naturally teach...
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Joseph A.'s Photo

Santa Maria, CA

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I use my behavior psychology background to reward my learners and keep them engaged over time. This helps them understand the benefits of good study habits, and staying focused on their goals. Patience and commitment are critical for the development of our students.
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Cheery, Kind, Patient Teacher

Nipomo, CA

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$36/hr
10 years experience
Greetings with Love! I am an experienced auntie, caretaker, & educator! I've been caring for children and babies professionally for 15 years, including special needs. I have been a CA classroom teacher and administrator for two years. Creating new, empowering moments with knowledge is an incredible privilege. I enjoy...
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Mikayla J.'s Photo

Lompoc, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I went to school to be a Physical and Health Education teacher and have been a teacher for the past few years. I enjoy getting to work with students in small groups so they get more individualized teaching.
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Brooke A.'s Photo

Arroyo Grande, CA

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$24/hr
My name is Brooke Andrews. I am 34 years . I have experience in childcare for many years now. I got my undergraduate degree with Southern New Hampshire University in psychology. I am now pursuing my masters degree in education to become a certified teacher. I have three children of my own. I have a passion for working with kids...
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  • 8 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of December 2025

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Santa Maria, CA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Santa Maria, CA is $22.00 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 Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, 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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