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Jessica B.

Special Needs & Multiple Subject Part-Time Tutor Available!

Tustin, CA

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$40/hr
9 years experience
Hello! My name is Jessica. I'm working to start my own tutoring (and soon-to-be an Educational Therapist). I have a Masters in Special Education at Chapman University. I have 9 years of teaching and tutoring experience with as young as preschool to high school students. My heart belongs to those students with special needs, who...
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Veronica B.

Friendly & Patient Tutor

Tustin, CA

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Hello, my name is Veronica, I am 28 years old and I work for the Santa Ana Unified school district as a special education teacher aid. I am also in school myself, working towards getting my special education teacher credential. I love working with children and enjoy making a difference in their lives. I love to read and write...
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Veronica M.

Tutor Available

Tustin, CA

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$20/hr
Hello! I have degrees in Child Development and Sociology for Cal State Fullerton. I also have experience tutoring 4-5-year-olds in letters, numbers, and fine motor skills. Currently, I am a special education aid for an elementary school and I help my 5th grade student with English, reading, and math intervention. I would love to...
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Kerry N.

Teacher/tutor For Elementary Students Or Adult ESL Students

Tustin, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Here's a little about me: I am a certified elementary teacher with many years of experience. I have also taught special needs children and young adults, but I am not certified. Though I have taught all subjects at the elementary level, I especially love teaching literacy and math. I have a certification in teaching ESL. My...
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Jacqueline M.

OC Learning Edge Tutoring And Enrichment Classes For Preschool Through The Elementary Years

Tustin, CA

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$45/hr
10 years experience
With 30 years of teaching experience, I specialize in tutoring elementary students (Preschool-6th grade) in English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. My goal is to build confidence, strengthen skills, and foster a love of learning in every child. I like tutoring because it allows me to give each student the individual...
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Lori C.

Special Needs Tutor

Tustin, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a licensed speech-language pathology assistant, and have 16 years' experience teaching children the English language. I'm skilled in strategies that improve phonetics, speech sound production, reading, reading comprehension, inferencing, vocabulary, and more. I am patient and kind and strive to provide a fun and meaningful...
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Leticia M.

Tustin, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hello, My name is Leticia, and I am from Mexico. I am an educator who specializes in teaching Spanish to children before they begin learning English. I am passionate about fostering a love for language learning and believe that Spanish is an invaluable asset for children's development. I have extensive experience working with...
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Andrea R.

Elementary School Tutor And Homework Helper

Fountain Valley, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I worked as a teacher assistant in an Elementary school for 11 years with all different grade levels, from pre-k to 5th grade. I also taught 1st grade and Pre-K after I received my Florida teaching credentials. In all these years, I have successfully helped students to overcome difficulties in Reading and Math. By using a...

Diana M. says "Amazing teacher!!! Sad life happens... she was able to bring my little sister from a C student to an A student!!! Teachers kept giving mom complements of...

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Christina H.

Elementary School Teacher - Credentialed - 8 Years Of Experience

Newport Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$85/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hello! My name is Christina and I have earned a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and Masters of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree from UCI in 2013 and have always been booked up in tutoring! I LOVE what I'd do. I have taught K-4 reading intervention groups and 4th/5th grade full-time in both Northern and Southern California...

Tatevik A. says "Miss Christi is amazing. She has been tutoring my 4 year old son for almost a year now. She is always on time, making his classes fun, preparing...

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Karen C.

Tutor

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$49/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I have been a teacher for 26 years and have tutored individual students for all of those years. Since retiring I have been tutoring exclusively. My classroom experience ranges from grades 6-12 and my tutoring experience ranges from K-university. I have experience with general education students as well as special needs students....

Jayne P. says "She works extremely well with my son and his grades have improved. Kind and calm and flexible."

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Lauren B.

Craniosacral Practitioner, Ayurveda Health Coach, Yogi, English Teacher, Holistic Caregiver

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(0)
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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! My name is Lauren, and I am a certified TEFL/TESOL Teacher, Animal Lover, and Conscious Caregiver. I provide a holistic approach to caregiving inspired by my extensive training with Craniosacral Therapy, Relationship Coaching, and Ayurveda Nutrition. My heart-felt intention is to create meaning and value to every child...
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Krystal V.

Creative, Patient And Passionate Tutor Available

Orange, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
I am currently working as an Elementary School Teacher. I have worked as a tutor throughout the school year for kinder through tenth grade in reading and math. I have a Master's in Education from Chapman University. I am currently working on my Phd in Education. I have access to many classroom books, programs and iPad for...

Rhonda R. says "Krystal has been working with our son since September and she is just amazing. She is very knowledgeable, caring but firm. A winning combination. She...

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Nicole B.

Former Instructor And Public School Teacher Available For Private Tutoring

Huntington Beach, CA

4.0(1)
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$36/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have been helping and motivating children with their academic studies for over 25 years. I will assess your child and write an individualized plan. I analyze his or her specific needs and teach skills and strategies to improve reading, writing, or math. I have all the materials that will aid in our personalized lessons....

Flora Z. says "She is a very dependable tutor for my girl. She was working with my girl to increase enthusiasm and comprehension while reading, develop basic...

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Sylvia M.

Set Up Your Kitchen For HEALTHY EATING. Make It Easy : ) So You Can Learn & Focus Better

Newport Beach, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I am a certified Life Coach w/background in Healthy Eating/ nutrition. I help Families get their health back on track with simple healthy FOOD choices :) For children, teens, babies, parents. As part of my caregiving help this can GREATLY improve-- behavior, energy, physical/ emotional health, learning & more! Some ways I...
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Carol S.

Costa Mesa, CA

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Carol and I am a retired nurse and teacher. I taught English as a second language for over 15 years. I specialize in teaching middle school and high school students struggling with English language arts. I have also tutored elementary students that struggle to read and write. I am a very patient and dedicated...
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Linda R.

Teacher

Huntington Beach, CA

5.0(0)
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$50/hr
10 years experience
I am certified to teach the following subjects: -Mathematics -Reading -ESE -ESOL I have over 38 years of teaching experience.
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John S.

I Mentor Learners Successfully Through Patient, Kind Instruction

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
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$48/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
An academic tutor with 10 years experience, my passion is to cultivate lifelong learning in the hearts & minds of elementary, middle & high school students. I help students: * Improve grades * Increase literacy (in all subjects, including Math) * Finish assignments with understanding * Prepare for tests with confidence *...

Henry M. says "John is great with kids. He has really help my son who is a senior and my daughter who is a junior in high school. Looking forward to working with John...

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Anthony A.

The Write Time Education

Santa Ana, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Anthony. I have tutored for 15 years now and will continue to for as long as my circumstances allow me to. I find it's my passion to help others and that is why I have remained in the Education Department during my high school years and even more so once I graduated. Due to my passion, I have a team of...

Michelle G. says "My 14 year-old son is anxious and very shy and Anthony was fantastic with him. He helped my son get ready (and pass) the Algebra 1 Regents test. I can't...

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Danielle V.

Experienced And Passionate Educator, Tutor, And Caretaker

Irvine, CA

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$40/hr
8 years experience
Hi, my name is Danielle . I've worked with children both teaching and care taking for over 10 years. I am a credentialed K-8 Multiple Subject Teacher with experience working with K-12 students. I also have my Master's in Curriculum and Instruction and I have worked with a wide range of diverse learners, such as English learners...
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Tanya R.

Anaheim, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a special education teacher and I am looking to help care/ tutor for children of all ages. I enjoy having fun and teaching children . I have a 7-year-old son and I live in Anaheim.
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $31.00/hr as of November 2025

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

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

Andrea R.

Amazing teacher!!! Sad life happens... she was able to bring my little sister from a C student to an A student!!! Teachers kept giving mom...

- Diana M.

Christina H.

Miss Christi is amazing. She has been tutoring my 4 year old son for almost a year now. She is always on time, making his classes fun,...

- Tatevik A.

Karen C.

She works extremely well with my son and his grades have improved. Kind and calm and flexible.

- Jayne P.

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

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Tustin, CA is $31.00 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 Tustin, 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 Tustin, 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 Tustin, 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 Tustin, 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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