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Special Needs Tutor - Kindergarten Readiness & Foundational Skills

Tutor Me Education·Salinas, California

$25 - $35/hr·Part Time·On Site·
2-5 yrs
·Posted 7 hours ago
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About the role

Provide personalized, one-on-one in-home tutoring for students with special needs based on their Individualized Education Plan. Deliver instruction focused on kindergarten readiness, foundational math, literacy, and fine motor skills while supporting sensory regulation and positive behavior.

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 Salinas, 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 Salinas, CA Details: In-Person Tutoring in Salinas, CA Schedule: 15 hours per month, 3x a week for 1hr 15mins per session Pay range is between $25 and $35 Ideal Candidate: Experience working with young learners, particularly students with Autism, speech delays, or sensory processing needs Strong background in early literacy, foundational math, and kindergarten readiness skills Comfortable supporting emerging readers with fluency, comprehension, sight words, and confidence building Experience providing handwriting and fine motor support through structured, hands-on activities Patient, calm, and comfortable providing frequent redirection and positive reinforcement Familiar with sensory regulation strategies and supporting students with sensory-seeking behaviors Able to use visual, interactive, and multisensory teaching strategies Comfortable supporting communication and language development during academic activities Skilled at creating engaging, age-appropriate lessons tailored to a student's developmental level Able to incorporate student interests and preferred activities to maintain motivation and participation Key Responsibilities: Provide individualized instruction focused on kindergarten readiness and foundational academic skills Support emerging reading skills, including fluency, comprehension, sight word recognition, and confidence building Reinforce foundational math concepts including counting, number awareness, and early mathematical skills Provide handwriting instruction and fine motor support, including pencil control and guided writing activities Incorporate language and communication opportunities throughout lessons Support focus, frustration tolerance, sensory regulation, and positive learning behaviors Use visual supports, hands-on activities, repetition, and interactive instruction to reinforce learning Provide consistent redirection and structured routines to help maintain engagement Incorporate interests such as water play, outdoor activities, coloring, tablets, and visual activities when appropriate Coordinate instruction around the student's summer school schedule as needed Monitor progress and adjust instruction based on the student's developmental and academic needs Create a positive, supportive learning environment that builds confidence and prepares the student for kindergarten 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.

Requirements

Candidates must have experience working with young learners, particularly those with Autism, speech delays, or sensory processing needs. A strong background in early childhood education and the ability to implement multisensory teaching strategies are required.

  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Student progress monitoring
  • Special education
  • Individualized education plan (IEP)
  • Early literacy
  • Kindergarten readiness
  • Communication development
  • Visual supports
  • Sensory regulation
  • Fine motor support
  • Foundational math
  • Multisensory teaching
  • Handwriting instruction

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$25 - $35/hr
Location
Salinas, California
Posted
Aug 26, 2026
Application
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Tutor Me Education

Tutor Me Education is an In-Person & Virtual tutoring provider serving diverse populations for over a decade in academics, enrichment, therapy, and more. Serving hundreds of school districts and institutions across the country through in-home, in-school, and virtual tutoring...

Salary listed on 77 jobs
IndustryEducation
TypeEducational
Size501-1,000 employees
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