Care.com logo
Log inJoin now

Find Trusted Special Needs Tutors Near Me in Sunnyvale, CA

Let's find your match

When do you need a tutor?

Get started

All caregivers are background checked.

Hero image

Tutors Near You

IllustrationSmallTutoring image
Sharon K.'s Photo

Sharon K.

Certified Reading Specialist

Sunnyvale, CA

from
$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a proven first class certified Reading Specialist for over 20 years and use the following methods in my work:. In addition, I've taught kindergarten through 6th grade and homeschooled my daughter and son through 8th grade. I'm proud to say they both have their master's degrees. The first step is to provide the parent with a...
See profile
Yumiko B.'s Photo

Tutor

Sunnyvale, CA

from
$21/hr
I have many years of experience working with children and tutoring. I began that work engaging in fun filled summer and weekend (during school year) camps for people on the spectrum, then moving to caregiving for the same population. This was about 2 years. I then worked for 1. 5 years in behavioral services, typically in a...
See profile
Arianna H.'s Photo

Sunnyvale, CA

from
$28/hr
Hello I am fluent in Mandarin and written Chinese, I've also excelled in mathematics in high school and still practice to exercise my memory.
See profile
Belkis M.'s Photo

Sunnyvale, CA

from
$28/hr
I love helping students with growing up learning English language math in foreign language. I enjoy watch them grow learning teaching fun activity and also different type of speeches making sure they're comfortable doing a speech learning different subjects.
See profile
Jessica R.'s Photo

Sunnyvale, CA

from
$28/hr
I'm an experienced nanny and family assistant with a background caring for children ages 1-14. I previously tutored four children ages 2-5, supporting early learning through developmental play and age-appropriate educational activities. My most recent position was with two children, ages 9 and 10, where I provided daily...
See profile
Jessica N.'s Photo

Experienced 1:1 Tutor

San Jose, CA

5.0(0)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
I have 12 years of experience working with children. I am currently a Special Education Para Educator at a high school. Prior to this I worked at an elementary school with all students K-5, as an Individualized Learning Specialist for six years. Before that I served as an AmeriCorps City Year member providing tutoring,...
See profile
Dianna Z.'s Photo

Math Tutor Available

Saratoga, CA

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
I offer in-person and remote tutoring. I have a bachelor's degree in Biology from Stanford, and have been teaching informally and formally since I was in junior high myself, when I used to help my sister and classmates with their math questions. I am known for being very approachable, and for making math accessible to students...

Joyce E. says "Dianna is an excellent Tutor. We initially hired Dianna to help our son in 7th grade math. She is able to easily connect with our son and he enjoys...

See profile
Elizabeth V.'s Photo

Part-Time Tutor

Saratoga, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I had a fulfilling career as a high school English teacher for 15 years. More recently, I have served as as an education director for a tutoring center and worked with pre-k students up to college aged students. I have helped prepare students for standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT, and TOEFL. I especially enjoy...

Care Member says "Elizabeth guided the English, literature portion of our youngest son's middle school homeschooling program. Liz combined reading both contemporary and...

See profile
Shannon W.'s Photo

Experienced K-12 Teacher With Over 17 Years Of Experience

Los Altos, CA

5.0(0)
from
$55/hr
Passionate and experienced educator with over 20 years of teaching and tutoring experience. I create engaging, personalized lessons that support each child's learning style and help them build confidence and a love for learning.
See profile
Jaiden A.'s Photo

Valedictorian Turned Tutor! (K-12 And College)

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I have over 10 years experience tutoring from elementary school to college algebra and chemistry. I enjoy helping others learn and am talented in finding ways to tailor tutoring to every learning ability! About me:I have worked as a professional tutor in Boys & Girls Clubs, middle and high schools and 2 colleges. I can also...

Maggie R. says "Seems to be very caring and knowledgeable."

See profile
Alexandra A.'s Photo

Behavior Specialist With A Tutor Background ,swim Lessons And Sports!

Milpitas, CA

from
$50/hr
10 years experience
Hi Families, I am a fun child specialist and I can provide fun and engaging lessons to your children. I specialize in Special education. I teach sports and swim lessons. Let's have some fun. I look forward to connecting!
See profile
Vida K.'s Photo

Milpitas, CA

from
$50/hr
10 years experience
June 1st, I will have more availability for educational support & creative learning. I'm currently supporting 2 families with tutoring services & hope to support more for the summer. I'm a licensed teacher, working in education and teaching for 20 years. I'm trilingual, fluent in English, I also speak Farsi and Spanish, and...
See profile
Flora C.'s Photo

Palo Alto, CA

from
$50/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced educator with 11 years of teaching experience in New Orleans with specialities in: French Language, Social Emotional Skills, Life Skills, and general homework support for neurodivergent students Kindergarten to 9th grade. I taught Special Education and worked as Director of Student Success. I have a Masters...
See profile
Krystin N.'s Photo

Kindergarten Readiness And Literacy Tutoring

Santa Clara, CA

from
$50/hr
10 years experience
Is your child beginning to read or needing extra support with foundational literacy skills? With over a decade of experience in early childhood education, I specialize in helping young learners build strong literacy skills in a way that's joyful, structured, and tailored just for them. As a current Kindergarten teacher and...
See profile
Camila D.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

from
$26/hr
2 years experience
I've been an after-school teacher for 2 years, and it's been an incredibly rewarding experience. I specialize in creating engaging and educational activities that help children develop both academically and socially. My background in children's psychology allows me to understand and support each child's unique needs. I love...
See profile
Jennifer L.'s Photo

English

Cupertino, CA

from
$70/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Special Education: I primarily with children with Autism Spectrum, ADHD, developmental delays. I focus mainly on small groups and whole classroom instruction. I work on fine motor, written expression, adaptive skills, social/emotional regulation. Pertaining to elementary school level, I work on reading comprehension, vocabulary,...
See profile
Maegan B.'s Photo

Your Future Helper

San Jose, CA

from
$30/hr
Hello! My name is Maegan, and I'm currently a college student at California State University, Monterey Bay, studying Human Development and Family Science with a minor in Psychology. I have experience caring for children between the ages of 4 and 12, including babysitting for neighbors and family friends. I bond easily with kids...
See profile
Mary B.'s Photo

Former Teacher Turned Tutor

Santa Clara, CA

from
$65/hr
4 years experience
I am a passionate, energetic, and experienced tutor with lots to offer. I started my career in education as a middle school English teacher and have continued to use my Masters in Education and TESOL certification to good use as an English and reading tutor for all ages. I specialize in middle school and high school English, but...
See profile
Lauren F.'s Photo

Santa Clara, CA

from
$20/hr
7 years experience
I have a masters in education, experience teaching preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, second grade, in addition to tutoring 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders.
See profile
Robyn K.'s Photo

Santa Clara, CA

from
$27/hr
I have over 12 years of experience working with children in various settings including as a nanny, Tae Kwon Do instructor, camp counselor, and special education volunteer. I have a love for learning new topics and hope to instill this in my tutoring students!
See profile

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.80/hr as of April 2026

Recent special needs tutors reviews from local parents in Sunnyvale, CA

Special Needs Tutors in Sunnyvale, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs tutors

Dianna Z.

Dianna is an excellent Tutor. We initially hired Dianna to help our son in 7th grade math. She is able to easily connect with our son and...

- Joyce E.

Elizabeth V.

Elizabeth guided the English, literature portion of our youngest son's middle school homeschooling program. Liz combined reading both...

- Care member

Jaiden A.

Seems to be very caring and knowledgeable.

- Maggie R.

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Sunnyvale, CA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Sunnyvale, CA is $30.80 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 Sunnyvale, 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 Sunnyvale, 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 Sunnyvale, 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 Sunnyvale, 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.

Additional Special Needs Tutors Services

About Care.com
  • About us
  • Careers
  • Terms of use
  • Privacy policy
Care.com does not employ any caregiver and is not responsible for the conduct of any user of our site. All information in member profiles, job posts, applications, and messages is created by users of our site and not generated or verified by Care.com. You need to do your own diligence to ensure the job or caregiver you choose is appropriate for your needs and complies with applicable laws.
Care.com® HomePay℠ is a service provided by Breedlove and Associates, LLC, a Care.com company.
Care.com is a registered service mark of Care.com, Inc. 2007-2026 Care.com, Inc. All rights reserved.