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Larry Z.

Walnut Creek, CA

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$49/hr
1 year experience
Dad and education enthusiast. Hands-on tutor that focuses on meeting kids where they are at, and making learning funny and fun! I like tutoring because helping kids learn is amazing! All children deserve a chance to be respected and educated. Happy and willing to work with special needs kiddos. I'd describe my personality as...
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South African Nanny And Tutor With A Decade Of Childcare Experience

Walnut Creek, CA

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$80/hr
8 years experience
I have a decade of experience in childcare, which includes providing academic support to children of various ages. During my time as an au pair and babysitter, I helped children with their homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning. My background in working with special-needs children has equipped me with the...
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Walnut Creek, CA

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$45/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Jessica and I am a Bay Area native but am recently new to Walnut Creek as I have just moved back from Washington after living there for 7 years. I have my bachelors degree in primary and special education. I also have received my masters in social emotional learning. I have been a full time special education...
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Walnut Creek, CA

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$50/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! My name is Kendall and I am a certified special education teacher. I have been teaching for four years in grades TK-5th and have also taught summer school. I am currently looking to provide care and/or tutoring services on an occasional basis or for a family a couple days a week during the summer months. Hours and...
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CA Credentialed English Teacher

Walnut Creek, CA

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$33/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm a California-credentialed English teacher with over 10 years of classroom experience, plus several years of private tutoring and nannying. I specialize in literacy development -- reading, writing, grammar, and comprehension -- and also provide support in all core subjects, including homework help and study skills. I...
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Early Childhood Tutor | Social-Emotional Learning & Life Skills

Walnut Creek, CA

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$28/hr
Early childhood educator and tutor specializing in social-emotional learning, life skills, and preschool/kindergarten readiness. I provide nurturing, play-based support to help children build confidence, manage emotions, follow routines, and develop independence. Sessions are individualized and family-focused in a safe,...
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Teacher And Tutor!

Walnut Creek, CA

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$20/hr
I am a kindergarten teacher hoping to work with some students during the summer. I love teaching reading and phonics! I have experience working with students with special needs and behavior concerns.
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CA Credentialed Teacher

Walnut Creek, CA

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$33/hr
10 years experience
With over a decade of classroom teaching experience, I can help with homework and studying. I have a background in English, but am flexible with other subjects. I can help students create systems for organization and retention.
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Walnut Creek, CA

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$28/hr
With a genuine love for teaching, I specialize in creating a fun and supportive learning environment where children feel motivated and confident to explore new concepts. My approach focuses on making lessons interactive and tailored to each child'sunique learning style, fostering curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. Every...
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Passionate And Dedicated Educator

Concord, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! If you would like assistance in improving your child's reading, writing, math or musical skills... You've found the right person! I have been tutoring all levels of students for over 15 years and can give your child the savoir-faire to excel in their classes and to improve their overall knowledge. Skilled in assisting...

Sarah T. says "Hope has really helped my 7-year old gain so much confidence with his reading and comprehension. She is reliable and communicates proactively. She has...

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Oakland, CA

5.0(1)
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$75/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...

Viviana D. says "We feel incredibly lucky to have found Nikki. She's reliable, punctual, patient and positive. My daughter is regularly taking tutoring lessons with her...

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Teacher, Mentor, Tutor, Coach. Support With A Smile.

Concord, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello neighbors! I am an active mother of 2 that is looking for the opportunity to get back to doing what I love. I have a valid Education Specialist teaching credential and I have spent many many years in the classroom teaching. More recently, I've spent the last year supporting a local student online with college and high...
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Fully Qualified Tutor, $40-50 Per Hour, A.A. Degree In Education And C best Certified

Pleasant Hill, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I specialize in tutoring children ages 4 -12. I have been teaching children for over 20 years and have found that children learn best in a fun and rewarding environment. My focus is homework assistance, math, language arts, science and social studies. I have unique ways to teach the necessary material and have it translate to...
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Adaptable Happy Tutor

Lafayette, CA

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$50/hr
5 years experience
Comfortable with a variety of age groups, and have worked with children from a variety of backgrounds. Classroom teaching experience including with gifted children, and children with disabilities. Doctorate degree. Honors society and teaching assistant during my BA. Love children and am playful by nature with healthy boundaries....
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FUN Tutor & Coach: ALL SUBJECTS + Test Prep (PSAT, SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT) + Executive Functioning

Oakland, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
With over 20 years in private practice, I specialize in structured literacy and math intervention for students ages 4 to 18+ with dyslexia, ADHD, dyscalculia, and auditory processing differences. As a Lindamood-Bell trained specialist, I work on the mechanics: phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, and number sense. My...
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Part-Time Caregiver/Tutor

Concord, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, I'm Constance. I've been tutoring since 2015, working with students from Pre-K through 9th grade, as well as adult learners. While I support all core subjects, my specialty is reading comprehension and foundational skill-building - helping students truly understand what they are reading so they can confidently apply it...
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Oakland, CA

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$25/hr
Hello! My name is Andie and I am going into my junior year at the University of Delaware where I am majoring in Secondary Math Education, with the intent of graduating and becoming a high school math teacher. As I have always been interested in the field, throughout high school as well as college, I have gained hands on...
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Experienced Tutor

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
My tutoring experience ranges from elementary aged students to first year college students. My four years of tutoring experience includes: working for City Year, an Americorps tutoring and mentoring program in at an elementary school, working as a tutor and after school program coordinator for a middle school girls empowerment...
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Early Interventionist/ Montessori Teacher

Oakland, CA

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$26/hr
"With 14 years of invaluable teaching and early intervention experience, I've devoted my career to the delicate journey of child development, specializing in infants to 6-year-olds. My approach blends compassionate care with evidence-based methods, ensuring each child receives the individualized support needed to flourish. From...
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  • 60 special needs tutors are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $39.10/hr as of April 2026

FAQs for finding special needs tutors near you in Walnut Creek, CA

The hourly rate a private tutor for a special needs child charges near you in Walnut Creek, CA is $39.10 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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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