Tutor Me Education·San Rafael, California
Deliver personalized academic instruction and socio-emotional support to neurodivergent students in their homes. Implement creative lesson plans aligned with IEP goals while tracking student progress and maintaining communication with families.
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
Requires an associate degree or higher in education, psychology, or a related field, along with hands-on experience supporting students with special needs. Candidates must have a reliable vehicle for travel and the ability to pass a background check.
Market context
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