Adult Autism Tutor - Academics & Independent Living Skills

At Tutor Me Education, we are revolutionizing the way students learn, and we're seeking passionate teachers and tutors with special education experience to provide 1:1 in-home tutoring in Sacramento, CA! If you're committed to making a difference in the lives of students with special needs and helping them achieve academic success, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As an Tutor at Tutor Me Education, you’ll provide personalized, one-on-one tutoring to students with special needs in their homes. You will be responsible for helping students with daily activities, offering moral support, and delivering tailored instruction based on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP). We are currently hiring for multiple positions across all cities in Sacramento, CA Details: In-Person Tutoring in Sacramento, CA Schedule: 25 hours per month, 4 times a week for 1.25 hours Pay range is between $25 and $35 Ideal Candidate: Experience supporting autistic adult learners in academic and functional skill development Strong ability to teach reading comprehension, functional math, and real-world problem-solving Patient, structured, and skilled at breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps Comfortable teaching independent living and employment-readiness skills Familiar with comprehension-based learning strategies such as visualization, summarization, and guided discussion Able to provide accountability, encouragement, and consistent reinforcement to support progress Supportive and engaging personality with strong communication and rapport-building skills Comfortable incorporating social-emotional learning (SEL) and real-world social awareness into instruction Able to create engaging lessons connected to student interests and practical life applications Experience supporting DMV written test preparation and functional academics is highly preferred Key Responsibilities: Provide individualized support in reading fluency, reading comprehension, and applied math skills Teach strategies to improve comprehension, retention, summarization, and critical thinking Support functional math concepts including money skills, time management, budgeting, and real-world problem-solving Assist with DMV written test preparation by breaking down questions and reinforcing comprehension strategies Reinforce independent living and employment-readiness skills such as workplace expectations and task management Support language, communication, and social-emotional learning through discussion-based and practical instruction Connect lessons to current events, everyday situations, and real-world applications to strengthen understanding Use structured guidance, repetition, and step-by-step instruction to build confidence and independence Incorporate student interests such as movies and video games into lessons to increase motivation and engagement Maintain a patient, supportive, and encouraging learning environment that promotes long-term growth and independence Why Tutor Me Education? At Tutor Me Education, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing, supportive environment where students can thrive. We pride ourselves on offering meaningful tutoring opportunities that make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Whether you're looking for consistent hours or just want to make a difference, we have a place for you.

Benefits

Performance-Based Pay Incentives Voluntary retirement program Referral program Flexible schedule Help students with special needs reach their full academic potential Equal Opportunity Employer: Tutor Me Education is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered. Diversity drives innovation, and we believe it is essential for success.