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The Best Special Needs Tutors in San Diego, CA

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Nicole W. Near San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicole W.
$89/hour

Near San Diego, CA

Experienced working with students with Special Needs

I am a current graduate student in Special Education with a Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities. I have been described as a patient and caring tutor. I strive to ensure that all of my lessons and sessions are flexible and able to be adapted to the needs of my students. I have worked with many students with ADHD both...

5.0 (189)
$89/hour
1,247 hours tutoring

I am a current graduate student in Special Education with a Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities. I have been described as a patient and caring tutor. I strive to ensure that all of my lessons and sessions are flexible and able to be adapted to the needs of my students. I have worked with many students with ADHD both...

Dana B. Near San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dana B.
$60/hour

Near San Diego, CA

Experienced, knowledgeable, Professional for struggling children

During my last years of teaching, I taught a 4/5 Intensive Intervention class where I instructed 5-8 children directly from a special day class because my administrator understood my gift of working with those with special needs. One mother even came in and thanked me for helping her son enjoy and do better...

4.9 (377)
$60/hour
1,710 hours tutoring

During my last years of teaching, I taught a 4/5 Intensive Intervention class where I instructed 5-8 children directly from a special day class because my administrator understood my gift of working with those with special needs. One mother even came in and thanked me for helping her son enjoy and do better...

Briana T. San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Briana T.
$80/hour

San Diego, CA

Stanford University graduate - multi-subject experienced tutor/teacher

... with special needs students in Southern and Northern California. With Best Buddies, I've participated with cooking activities, marathon walking and completing homework. I'm accustomed to working with special needs students and enjoy spending time with them. Through my experience I have assisted special needs students...

5.0 (325)
$80/hour
1,142 hours tutoring

... with special needs students in Southern and Northern California. With Best Buddies, I've participated with cooking activities, marathon walking and completing homework. I'm accustomed to working with special needs students and enjoy spending time with them. Through my experience I have assisted special needs students...

John M. Near San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
John M.
$55/hour

Near San Diego, CA

Vice President, Chemical Engineer, Scientist, Tutor, Trainer, Coach

I can provide tutoring for special needs children. My brother's son has Autism and all of my children have ADD. I have experience tutoring and training these children and other special needs children. I have the awareness, training, patience, understanding, and caring necessary to motivate and...

5.0 (1369)
$55/hour
2,078 hours tutoring
Response time: 32 minutesNote that average response time is based on John’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

I can provide tutoring for special needs children. My brother's son has Autism and all of my children have ADD. I have experience tutoring and training these children and other special needs children. I have the awareness, training, patience, understanding, and caring necessary to motivate and...

Sakshi S. San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sakshi S.
$90/hour

San Diego, CA

Medical Student Specializing in ADHD, Dyslexia & Neurodiverse Learners

As a graduating medical student entering psychiatry, I have a deep understanding of neurodevelopmental differences, including ADHD, dyslexia, and autism spectrum disorders. I’ve worked with children and teens who learn differently, helping them build executive functioning, reading, and writing skills with structure and...

4.7 (7)
$90/hour
24 hours tutoring

As a graduating medical student entering psychiatry, I have a deep understanding of neurodevelopmental differences, including ADHD, dyslexia, and autism spectrum disorders. I’ve worked with children and teens who learn differently, helping them build executive functioning, reading, and writing skills with structure and...

April V. San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
April V.
$88/hour

San Diego, CA

Academic Tutor Specializing in Special Education and Individualized Le

I have experience supporting students with learning differences, including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, dyslexia, processing disorders, and anxiety-related academic challenges. I create individualized learning plans that break down complex concepts into clear, manageable steps using visual aids, multi-sensory...

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5.0 (303)
$88/hour
895 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutesNote that average response time is based on April’s active hours, which are 9:00 pm - 12:00 pm UTC.

I have experience supporting students with learning differences, including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, dyslexia, processing disorders, and anxiety-related academic challenges. I create individualized learning plans that break down complex concepts into clear, manageable steps using visual aids, multi-sensory...

Valerie C. San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Valerie C.
$55/hour

San Diego, CA

Experienced College Educator with Math High School Teaching Credential

I have worked in the past as a Special Ed aide in the Poway Unified School District. I have two sons with special needs: one has schizophrenia and the other has autism. I have also taught students with special needs in my college classes and I work with each student individually so that the student can be...

4.9 (192)
$55/hour
835 hours tutoring

I have worked in the past as a Special Ed aide in the Poway Unified School District. I have two sons with special needs: one has schizophrenia and the other has autism. I have also taught students with special needs in my college classes and I work with each student individually so that the student can be...

Here are even more great Special Needs tutors who offer online lessons.

Here are even more great Special Needs tutors who offer online lessons.

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Geri F.
$45/hour

Elementary Education and Special Education

I am a certified special education and elementary education teacher and have taken coursework and trainings to work with students having special needs.

5.0 (446)
$45/hour
2,103 hours tutoring

I am a certified special education and elementary education teacher and have taken coursework and trainings to work with students having special needs.

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Susan M.
$147/hour

Speech Pathologist & Parent Coach for Special Needs (Birth-Adult)

I have worked as a Speech Language Pathologist for the past 33 years with children- birth to 3 years, and in schools with preschool and K-12 grade levels. I also work with college age and adults. Additionally, I have worked in medical and academic...

4.9 (124)
$147/hour
488 hours tutoring
Response time: 20 minutesNote that average response time is based on Susan’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 12:00 am UTC.

I have worked as a Speech Language Pathologist for the past 33 years with children- birth to 3 years, and in schools with preschool and K-12 grade levels. I also work with college age and adults. Additionally, I have worked in medical and academic...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Lisa Y.
$55/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 (116)
$55/hour
790 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 San Diego, CA Tutoring
Matthew K.
$100/hour

10+ years in special needs clinical care, education and research

Since 2020, I have worked for about 25 hours a week homeschooling and tutoring students on the ASD spectrum. Before that, I worked in the Autism research and clinical care program at UCSF for six years after studying language development and...

5.0 (331)
$100/hour
1,947 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutesNote that average response time is based on Matthew’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 1:00 pm UTC.

Since 2020, I have worked for about 25 hours a week homeschooling and tutoring students on the ASD spectrum. Before that, I worked in the Autism research and clinical care program at UCSF for six years after studying language development and...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Karim S.
$60/hour

Fun and Patient Art Teacher

I have been working with adults with developmental disabilities for ten years. I began in 2006 as studio manager at a local art studio in Chicago and in 2013 worked one on one with a client with autism for 4 months. In 2014, I started work at a...

4.9 (425)
$60/hour
1,917 hours tutoring

I have been working with adults with developmental disabilities for ten years. I began in 2006 as studio manager at a local art studio in Chicago and in 2013 worked one on one with a client with autism for 4 months. In 2014, I started work at a...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Nicole C.
$55/hour

Certified Master Special Educator with 8 years experience

I have been a special education teacher for 8 years. I have 2 endorsements on my teaching license that certify me to work with students with mild, moderate, and severe disabilities. Through my 8 years, I have taught kids in all special education...

5.0 (509)
$55/hour
1,130 hours tutoring

I have been a special education teacher for 8 years. I have 2 endorsements on my teaching license that certify me to work with students with mild, moderate, and severe disabilities. Through my 8 years, I have taught kids in all special education...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Paige D.
$65/hour

Special Needs Coaching: Independent Living & Social Skills

I have a Master’s in Special Education. I provide personalized coaching for students with special needs and their families, focusing on essential skills for independent living and social interaction. My approach includes developing life...

5.0 (64)
$65/hour
214 hours tutoring

I have a Master’s in Special Education. I provide personalized coaching for students with special needs and their families, focusing on essential skills for independent living and social interaction. My approach includes developing life...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Evan W.
$149/hour

Top-Rated Test Prep (SAT / ACT / ISEE / HSPT / SSAT / SCAT) Tutor

I have worked with special needs children since I started tutoring. I completed the Exceptional Child course relating special needs while at Tufts University. I also worked 4 years with a non-profit for children with genetic...

5.0 (2182)
$149/hour
11,258 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutesNote that average response time is based on Evan’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 8:00 am UTC.

I have worked with special needs children since I started tutoring. I completed the Exceptional Child course relating special needs while at Tufts University. I also worked 4 years with a non-profit for children with genetic...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Andy F.
$60/hour

Doctor of Education with 26 years experience with struggling learners

My work in the public school setting and in private tutoring has involved hundreds of students with special needs. I know how crucial it is for the teacher to be patient and develop a positive relationship with the student who struggles...

5.0 (28)
$60/hour
278 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutesNote that average response time is based on Andy’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.

My work in the public school setting and in private tutoring has involved hundreds of students with special needs. I know how crucial it is for the teacher to be patient and develop a positive relationship with the student who struggles...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Rogina T.
$60/hour

"Unlocking Unique Learning Paths for Special Students"

Throughout my two decades as an educator, I've been privileged to work closely with students who have unique special needs. My approach involves a deep commitment to understanding and supporting each student, collaborating closely with...

5.0 (313)
$60/hour
708 hours tutoring
Response time: 5 minutesNote that average response time is based on Rogina’s active hours, which are 1:00 am - 7:00 am UTC.

Throughout my two decades as an educator, I've been privileged to work closely with students who have unique special needs. My approach involves a deep commitment to understanding and supporting each student, collaborating closely with...

San Diego, CA Tutoring
Merlin L.
$50/hour

Retired Educatore with Master's Degree in Special Education

I have twenty years of experience working with students with Special Needs. I have worked with students diagnosed with: ASD, ADHD, ADD, ID, ED and Down's Syndrome. My primary specialty is the field of Mathematics and Language Arts. I...

5.0 (944)
$50/hour
3,295 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response time is based on Merlin’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 2:00 am UTC.

I have twenty years of experience working with students with Special Needs. I have worked with students diagnosed with: ASD, ADHD, ADD, ID, ED and Down's Syndrome. My primary specialty is the field of Mathematics and Language Arts. I...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Jackie C.
$45/hour

School-based occupational therapist experienced with special needs

I am a licensed and registered occupational therapist, currently practicing in the school system. Over the past 5 years in the schools, I have worked with students who have been in self-contained settings including physical impairment (PI),...

5.0 (91)
$45/hour
237 hours tutoring

I am a licensed and registered occupational therapist, currently practicing in the school system. Over the past 5 years in the schools, I have worked with students who have been in self-contained settings including physical impairment (PI),...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Bridget B.
$60/hour

K-6 Academic Intervention with a Special Education Teacher

With a Master’s degree in Special Education and 26 years of experience, I specialize in helping students with diverse learning needs develop strong academic skills while building the confidence and independence needed for long-term success. I...

4.9 (92)
$60/hour
320 hours tutoring

With a Master’s degree in Special Education and 26 years of experience, I specialize in helping students with diverse learning needs develop strong academic skills while building the confidence and independence needed for long-term success. I...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Taylor C.
$60/hour

5+ years teaching in Special Education as a Behavioral Assistant

I have personally worked with over 100+ students in a classroom setting that have various special needs and accommodations. Preparing a student socially, mentally, emotionally, and physically for the real world is my main goal in teaching...

5.0 (195)
$60/hour
1,028 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutesNote that average response time is based on Taylor’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.

I have personally worked with over 100+ students in a classroom setting that have various special needs and accommodations. Preparing a student socially, mentally, emotionally, and physically for the real world is my main goal in teaching...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Joan L.
$60/hour

Special Education Teacher

I am a certified special education teacher with over ten years' experience teaching students with disabilities. I have a Master's degree in Special Education Curriculum & Instruction.

5.0 (121)
$60/hour
361 hours tutoring
Response time: 23 minutesNote that average response time is based on Joan’s active hours, which are 10:00 am - 2:00 am UTC.

I am a certified special education teacher with over ten years' experience teaching students with disabilities. I have a Master's degree in Special Education Curriculum & Instruction.

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Grace F.
$85/hour

Educational consultant and tutor for students with disabilities

I studied Human Developmental Sciences at UC San Diego, where I focused on adolescent development, learning, and psychology. I earned my Master's in Education at UC San Diego, and have completed postgraduate coursework in Educational Therapy at UC...

5.0 (24)
$85/hour
261 hours tutoring

I studied Human Developmental Sciences at UC San Diego, where I focused on adolescent development, learning, and psychology. I earned my Master's in Education at UC San Diego, and have completed postgraduate coursework in Educational Therapy at UC...

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Josh M.
$200/hour

Learning Specialist, Writing Coach, 15+ Years Exp., Wyzant Top Tutor

Having Dyslexia myself, and having overcome it through wonderful teachers and self discipline, I believe I am an ideal candidate to work with students with Special Needs.

5.0 (206)
$200/hour
1,076 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 minutesNote that average response time is based on Josh’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

Having Dyslexia myself, and having overcome it through wonderful teachers and self discipline, I believe I am an ideal candidate to work with students with Special Needs.

Near San Diego, CA Tutoring
Katherine M.
$60/hour

Students with Special Needs

I have experience working with students with emotional disabilities, reading & learning disabilities, mild to moderate autism, ADD/ADHD (medicated & non-medicated), hearing loss, speech concerns, diabetes, epilepsy, and gifted abilities. I gained...

5.0 (70)
$60/hour
400 hours tutoring

I have experience working with students with emotional disabilities, reading & learning disabilities, mild to moderate autism, ADD/ADHD (medicated & non-medicated), hearing loss, speech concerns, diabetes, epilepsy, and gifted abilities. I gained...

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Janice N.

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I spoke with Kaye and she started tutoring him about 6 weeks ago, two to three times a week. My son is now reading, writing sentences, and counting at a very fast pace. Most important, he has high self esteem since he is learning and understanding. She has given me hope for my son, when for years, the school system has passed him through labeled special needs. He loves his sessions with Kaye.I would highly recommend her at any age level of tutoring needs.
Noreen F.

5 lessons

When it came time for the lesson his personality brought out the best in our student. He kept switching topics to keep interest and even used music which really helped to energize and engage a conversation in English. Also, Myles has a huge infectious laugh that made mistakes no big deal and put our student at ease because this was supposed to be a fun way to learn English. We highly recommend Myles and will be utilizing him for several more lessons.
Janet N.

2 lessons

Although there will be a change for me, she will keep me posted when she will be available to extend her traveling distance and we will resume our tutoring sessions. I highly recommend Sharon for tutoring services ESPECIALLY for the parents of children with Special Needs. Thanks again so much Sharon for all that you do, you are appreciated!
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