Special Education Tutor - Core Subjects

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 Merced, 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!

• Location: Merced, CA 95341
• Schedule: Monday–Friday between 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2-3 hours per session
• Subject Focus: Core Subjects (Reading, Writing, Math, with support in Science and Social Studies)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Rate: $35-$40 (negotiable)
• Urgency: Immediately Hiring

• →Provide individualized academic tutoring in reading, writing, and math, with additional support in science and social studies as needed.
• →Focus on foundational literacy skills, including phonics, fluency, and reading comprehension.
• →Support foundational math development, including multiplication and multi-digit addition and subtraction.
• →Implement structured lessons with clear routines, redirection, and positive reinforcement strategies.
• →Use reward systems and engagement strategies to maintain focus and motivation.
• →Maintain a calm and supportive learning environment during moments of dysregulation.
• →Communicate with the student’s parent regarding progress and session updates.

• Student has an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Currently reading at approximately a 1st-grade level and requires significant literacy support.
• Math skills are at an early elementary level.
• May become dysregulated and require structured behavioral support, patience, and redirection.
• Benefits from consistent structure, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement.

• Experience working with Special Education (SPED) students.
• Strong background in foundational reading and math instruction.
• Patient, adaptable, and skilled in managing behavioral and attention challenges.
• Ability to create a supportive and structured learning environment.
• Spanish communication skills (basic or conversational) preferred to support communication with the parent.

• Format: In-person tutoring at the school location
• Schedule: Weekdays between 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Duration and session structure will be discussed upon matching with the tutor.