SPED Tutor - Greater LA (South & Southeast)

Tutor Me Education·Long Beach, California

$25 - $35/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago

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SPED Tutor - Greater LA (South & Southeast) · $25 - $35/hr

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About the role

Pay for this role is about level with the Long Beach, California median for classroom teacher roles.

Deliver personalized 1

1 academic instruction and behavioral guidance to neurodivergent students in their homes. Implement creative lesson plans aligned with IEP goals and maintain empathetic communication with parents.

Pay

$25–$35+/hour, (Additional premium rates available based on credentials and experience) ·
Hours: ~2–10 hrs/week to start, room to grow ·
Location: In-home across California

About the Role

At Tutor Me Education, we connect passionate educators with neurodivergent students for high-impact, 1:1 in-home tutoring. As an In-Home Special Education Tutor, you'll deliver personalized academic instruction, socio-emotional support, and patient behavioral guidance aligned to each student's learning style and IEP goals — right in their home. This is a flexible, part-time W-2 employee role. Start with one student (~2–10 hrs/week) and take on additional students whenever you'd like to grow your hours and income. What You'll Do Lead engaging 1:1 sessions tailored to students with diverse learning needs Implement creative lesson plans aligned to each student's IEP goals (full resources and support from our team) Adapt academic materials to each student's unique learning profile Track progress after each session and keep open, empathetic communication with parents and guardians Foster a safe, inclusive environment that builds confidence and resilience Who We're Looking For AA, BA, or higher (Special Education, Psychology, or Education preferred) Hands-on experience supporting students with special needs or learning differences (e.g., ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia) — currently enrolled college students with this experience are encouraged to apply Empathy, patience, and a student-first approach Reliable vehicle for local travel to client homes Ability to pass a background check Bilingual (Spanish/English) a strong plus — premium rates available for bilingual matches Pay $25–$35+ per hour, based on your credentials, specialization, and the needs of the student you're matched with. Most roles fall in the $25–$35+ range; higher rates apply for credentialed or specialized tutors, higher-need cases, and bilingual (Spanish/English) matches. Why Join Real impact: build lasting 1:1 bonds and help shape a student's trajectory Support: specialized curriculum resources and a dedicated team for student matching Perks: performance-based incentives, referral program, mileage, technology reimbursement, and the CalSavers retirement option Ready to make a difference? Apply in a few minutes and we'll match you with a student near you. Tutor Me Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate all neurotypes. AA, BA, or higher (Special Education, Psychology, or Education preferred) Hands-on experience supporting students with special needs or learning differences (e.g., ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia) — currently enrolled college students with this experience are encouraged to apply Able to commit to a student for the full school year. Consistency is central to a student's IEP progress, so we're looking for tutors who can build a lasting relationship rather than a short-term fill-in. Empathy, patience, and a student-first approach Reliable vehicle for local travel to client homes Ability to pass a background check Bilingual (Spanish/English) a strong plus — premium rates available for bilingual matches Mileage Technology Reimbursement Performance Bonus Incentive CalSavers Retirement Plan

Requirements

Requires an AA, BA, or higher (preferably in Special Education or Psychology) and hands-on experience with students with special needs. Must have a reliable vehicle, pass a background check, and commit to a student for the full school year.

associate degree
bachelor degree
Progress Tracking
Lesson Planning
Special Education
IEP Implementation
Spanish Bilingualism
Behavioral Guidance
Socio-emotional Support
1:1 Tutoring

Benefits

Performance-based Incentives
Mileage Reimbursement
Referral Program
Technology Reimbursement
CalSavers Retirement Plan

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $25 - $35/hr
Location: Long Beach, California
Posted: Jun 30, 2026
Application: Employer website

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