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The Best Special Needs Tutors in Downey, CA

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Deborah E. Near Downey, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Deborah E.
50/hour

Near Downey, CA

English Teacher to Speakers of Other Languages with Master's Degree

I have a Master's of Education with a specialty in Special Education. This line of study involved many of the scientific methods to help students with special needs. I have also taught many students who have had some type of disability.

4.9 (31)
50/hour
281 hours tutoring

I have a Master's of Education with a specialty in Special Education. This line of study involved many of the scientific methods to help students with special needs. I have also taught many students who have had some type of disability.

Mario V. Near Downey, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mario V.
100/hour

Near Downey, CA

Mathematics credential teacher 5+ years of experience

I have work with several students with special need including autism, learning disability, processing disorder, dyslexia, ADHD and more. I am currently teaching online classes helping students who are diagnosed with ADHD and a learning disability. I go over their IEP; I accommodate them, and I provide assistance...

4.9 (10)
100/hour
56 hours tutoring

I have work with several students with special need including autism, learning disability, processing disorder, dyslexia, ADHD and more. I am currently teaching online classes helping students who are diagnosed with ADHD and a learning disability. I go over their IEP; I accommodate them, and I provide assistance...

Andrew G. Near Downey, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew G.
33/hour

Near Downey, CA

Former SEA MMSD

I completed 25 hours of professional development with MMSD, which included non-violent crisis intervention, applied behavioral analysis, and data collection working with students with disabilities. I also studied critical disability studies in college. I worked in multiple classrooms as a SEA.

4.5 (4)
33/hour
16 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I completed 25 hours of professional development with MMSD, which included non-violent crisis intervention, applied behavioral analysis, and data collection working with students with disabilities. I also studied critical disability studies in college. I worked in multiple classrooms as a SEA.

Melody H. Near Downey, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Melody H.
80/hour

Near Downey, CA

Experienced Special Needs Tutor | Individualized Academic Support

I am ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) trained and have worked as a behavior therapist in homes and classrooms. I have over 15 years of experience working with children from pre-K to 21 years old. My special needs experience includes autism, ADD, ADHD, behavior disorders, and cerebral palsy. My tutoring strategies...

5.0 (22)
80/hour
93 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 minutesNote that average response time is based on Melody’s active hours, which are 11:00 pm - 1:00 pm UTC.

I am ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) trained and have worked as a behavior therapist in homes and classrooms. I have over 15 years of experience working with children from pre-K to 21 years old. My special needs experience includes autism, ADD, ADHD, behavior disorders, and cerebral palsy. My tutoring strategies...

Mio T. Near Downey, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mio T.
65/hour

Near Downey, CA

RBT-certified Special Needs Coach - 10+ Years of Experience

I am an RBT-certified tutor with over 10 years of experience supporting students ages 3 and up with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, depression, behavioral regulation challenges, developmental delays, and other social-emotional or learning differences. I combine proven ABA strategies with executive-function...

5.0 (4)
65/hour
25 hours tutoring

I am an RBT-certified tutor with over 10 years of experience supporting students ages 3 and up with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, depression, behavioral regulation challenges, developmental delays, and other social-emotional or learning differences. I combine proven ABA strategies with executive-function...

Irina K. Near Downey, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Irina K.
80/hour

Near Downey, CA

I have a passion for teaching and tutoring.

I am qualified because I have worked with special needs, ED, DHH and autistic students since February 2008. I had excellent annual evaluations at educational company I work for. I am sensitive to those students' needs. I establish good rapport with those students and their parents.

4.8 (6)
80/hour
8 hours tutoring

I am qualified because I have worked with special needs, ED, DHH and autistic students since February 2008. I had excellent annual evaluations at educational company I work for. I am sensitive to those students' needs. I establish good rapport with those students and their parents.

Daniel M. Near Downey, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Daniel M.
45/hour

Near Downey, CA

Tutoring: English/ESL and other subjects: Adults and Adolescents

For over 20 years, I have counseled and worked with both adolescents and adults who have been dualy-diagnosed (co-morbidity). I have worked under the direct supervision of a Board-Certified psychiatrist who is qualified to make such diagnoses. I have a Master's degree in divinity (including psychology), and I am a...

5.0 (111)
45/hour
317 hours tutoring
Response time: 36 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

For over 20 years, I have counseled and worked with both adolescents and adults who have been dualy-diagnosed (co-morbidity). I have worked under the direct supervision of a Board-Certified psychiatrist who is qualified to make such diagnoses. I have a Master's degree in divinity (including psychology), and I am a...

Corrine L. Near Downey, CA, available for in-person tutoring
Corrine L.
95/hour

Near Downey, CA

Ph.D. SLP--Supporting children who have special needs

I have been working with children and adults who have special needs and their families for more than two decades. In addition to targeting academic skills, support can be offered in social skills, tasks of daily living and/or areas specific to the child. I have worked with babies born extremely...

5.0 (3)
95/hour
24 hours tutoring

I have been working with children and adults who have special needs and their families for more than two decades. In addition to targeting academic skills, support can be offered in social skills, tasks of daily living and/or areas specific to the child. I have worked with babies born extremely...

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Kay A.
40/hour

Patient and Effective Math Tutor in Highland, IN

I have tutored students with special needs for over 11 years. I have worked with them in the classroom, individually, and in groups. Over the years I have become familiar with most types of disabilities.

4.8 (153)
40/hour
521 hours tutoring

I have tutored students with special needs for over 11 years. I have worked with them in the classroom, individually, and in groups. Over the years I have become familiar with most types of disabilities.

Near Downey, CA Tutoring
Daina T.
40/hour

Elementary Special Education Teacher for Students with Special Needs

I am a certified Elementary Special Education Teacher with four years of experience teaching students with a wide range of special needs in a self-contained Life Skills classroom. I have experience supporting students with Autism, ADHD,...

5.0 (12)
40/hour
33 hours tutoring

I am a certified Elementary Special Education Teacher with four years of experience teaching students with a wide range of special needs in a self-contained Life Skills classroom. I have experience supporting students with Autism, ADHD,...

Near Downey, CA Tutoring
Amanda F.
40/hour

Compassionate social worker with special needs experience

As a caseworker for many years, I have worked with both adults and children with varying special needs. I am able to accommodate these various needs by changing my method toward one that will work better for them.

5.0 (15)
40/hour
273 hours tutoring

As a caseworker for many years, I have worked with both adults and children with varying special needs. I am able to accommodate these various needs by changing my method toward one that will work better for them.

Near Downey, CA Tutoring
Lisa Y.
60/hour

Caring, patient, and highly qualified Special Needs Instructor

During my 20 years of education, and with my personal children, I have worked with students with special needs consistently. As a Special Education educator, I worked in the classroom with Special Needs students as well as in a...

5.0 (121)
60/hour
897 hours tutoring

During my 20 years of education, and with my personal children, I have worked with students with special needs consistently. As a Special Education educator, I worked in the classroom with Special Needs students as well as in a...

Near Downey, CA Tutoring
Jeffrey F.
35/hour

B.A. Psychology 15+ years Special Needs experience

I have tutored at the college level people with special needs as well as provided employment and academic support to individuals with special needs. I'm very patient and able to redirect focus. I also like to make anything I do...

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5.0 (6)
35/hour
22 hours tutoring

I have tutored at the college level people with special needs as well as provided employment and academic support to individuals with special needs. I'm very patient and able to redirect focus. I also like to make anything I do...

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Sarah K.
50/hour

MA- Psychology

...worked with special needs individuals (teens, adults, and children) as part of my MA degree in psychology. I have worked at several intuitions (Angier Elementary, MGH Aspire) specifically in services for individuals with special needs such as autism...

5.0 (24)
50/hour
186 hours tutoring
Response time: 43 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

...worked with special needs individuals (teens, adults, and children) as part of my MA degree in psychology. I have worked at several intuitions (Angier Elementary, MGH Aspire) specifically in services for individuals with special needs such as autism...

Near Downey, CA Tutoring
James F.
72/hour

Special Needs Tutor | Patient Structured Learning

I work with students who benefit from additional structure, patience, and individualized support while learning. My approach focuses on breaking tasks into manageable steps, creating clear routines, and adapting explanations to each student’s...

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5.0 (74)
72/hour
383 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I work with students who benefit from additional structure, patience, and individualized support while learning. My approach focuses on breaking tasks into manageable steps, creating clear routines, and adapting explanations to each student’s...

Near Downey, CA Tutoring
Bianca P.
45/hour

Educator for children with special needs

Working in the public schools and also as a substitute teacher allowed me the opportunity to work with students from various backgrounds. My certification area was in behavioral disorders as well as special education for students that are on...

4.9 (269)
45/hour
807 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 minutesNote that average response time is based on Bianca’s active hours, which are 10:00 am - 1:00 am UTC.

Working in the public schools and also as a substitute teacher allowed me the opportunity to work with students from various backgrounds. My certification area was in behavioral disorders as well as special education for students that are on...

Near Downey, CA Tutoring
Patricia L.
60/hour

Experienced Special Needs & GED Tutor

My expertise as a special needs educator is built on a professional foundation of over 25 years of teaching experience, more than 3,000 hours of successful online instruction since 2020, and active IXL Certification. Throughout my career, I...

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5.0 (132)
60/hour
486 hours tutoring
Response time: 29 minutesNote that average response time is based on Patricia’s active hours, which are 8:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

My expertise as a special needs educator is built on a professional foundation of over 25 years of teaching experience, more than 3,000 hours of successful online instruction since 2020, and active IXL Certification. Throughout my career, I...

Near Downey, CA Tutoring
Melanie R.
150/hour

MA in psychology w/10+ yrs. in disability services in higher education

My training and experience in disability services and higher education has been centered around determining/providing academic accommodations and coaching support, mostly to students with ADHD, LD, and mental health disabilities. I've accumulated...

5.0 (45)
150/hour
134 hours tutoring

My training and experience in disability services and higher education has been centered around determining/providing academic accommodations and coaching support, mostly to students with ADHD, LD, and mental health disabilities. I've accumulated...

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Richard G.
45/hour

Special Ed Teacher Highly Qualified in Hist., Gov., Geom. & Alg.

I am Licensed in Virginia as a Special Education Teacher for K-12 students who suffer Learning Disabilities and Severe Emotional Disabilities. I have been teaching since 1999 in self-contained, ED/LD facilities for Fairfax County Public Schools. I...

4.9 (1452)
45/hour
7,074 hours tutoring

I am Licensed in Virginia as a Special Education Teacher for K-12 students who suffer Learning Disabilities and Severe Emotional Disabilities. I have been teaching since 1999 in self-contained, ED/LD facilities for Fairfax County Public Schools. I...

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Johnathan F.
150/hour

Experienced with Learning Differences

I have worked with several students who have learning differences and IEP's through my previous tutoring jobs (Varsity Tutors and TRiO talent search). I have researched how to best reach these students, and have applied this knowledge in my...

5.0 (2103)
150/hour
7,059 hours tutoring
Response time: 57 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have worked with several students who have learning differences and IEP's through my previous tutoring jobs (Varsity Tutors and TRiO talent search). I have researched how to best reach these students, and have applied this knowledge in my...

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Samantha M.
60/hour

SPED Teacher (Med) |15+ Years Special Education

I am a certified special education teacher with a master's degree in advanced special education and 15 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning needs. I work with students with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, and other learning...

5.0 (100)
60/hour
183 hours tutoring

I am a certified special education teacher with a master's degree in advanced special education and 15 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning needs. I work with students with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, and other learning...

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Connie Y.
45/hour

Credentialed Special Ed Teacher (ret)

Learning how to learn is half the battle. So I would like to encourage you and your student to join me for online tutoring like many others with “special needs” have done, and if the first lesson is not successful, I won’t bill you....

5.0 (2400)
45/hour
6,137 hours tutoring
Response time: 30 minutesNote that average response time is based on Connie’s active hours, which are 1:00 am - 7:00 am UTC.

Learning how to learn is half the battle. So I would like to encourage you and your student to join me for online tutoring like many others with “special needs” have done, and if the first lesson is not successful, I won’t bill you....

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Justin B.
60/hour

High School Special Education Teacher

I am a high school special education teacher specializing in teaching students with autism, ADHD, and other learning differences that necessitate a slower pace and smaller class size. I currently teach in a program for students with autism,...

4.9 (15)
60/hour
37 hours tutoring

I am a high school special education teacher specializing in teaching students with autism, ADHD, and other learning differences that necessitate a slower pace and smaller class size. I currently teach in a program for students with autism,...

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Candace R.
85/hour

MS in Special Education - Teacher for 20+ Yrs Exp.

I have a masters degree in Special Education and have been working with students on all spectrums for over 20 years. I specialize in working with students to improve their reading, math and study skills so they can improve.

4.9 (577)
85/hour
2,412 hours tutoring

I have a masters degree in Special Education and have been working with students on all spectrums for over 20 years. I specialize in working with students to improve their reading, math and study skills so they can improve.

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Elisa M.
50/hour

Special Needs Tutor and Teacher

I have worked with students with special needs for the last three years. I have experience working with students with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and other special learning disabilities. I have experience in working directly in self contained...

5.0 (27)
50/hour
73 hours tutoring

I have worked with students with special needs for the last three years. I have experience working with students with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and other special learning disabilities. I have experience in working directly in self contained...

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