Elementary SPED Tutor - Reading, Math & Executive Functioning

About the role

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 Avalon, CA.

Details

• In-Person Tutoring in Avalon, CA
• Schedule: 6 hours a month; 2x a week for 45 minutes
• Rate ranges from $25-$35 per hour

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD
• Strong understanding of foundational literacy instruction, including phonics, early reading development, vocabulary, and reading comprehension
• Skilled in teaching foundational math concepts, number sense, and basic operations
• Patient, engaging, and able to maintain student attention through interactive and hands-on instruction
• Experience supporting executive functioning skills such as focus, organization, task completion, and sustained attention
• Able to break down academic tasks into manageable steps and provide consistent reinforcement
• Comfortable implementing structured routines, frequent redirection, and positive behavior supports
• Creative and flexible in adapting lessons to meet the student's learning needs and interests
• Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with students and families
• Able to create engaging lessons that balance academic instruction with movement and motivation
• Comfortable incorporating the student's interests in animals and insects to increase motivation and engagement during lessons
• Build a supportive, positive learning environment that encourages persistence, independence, and growth

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction in foundational literacy skills, including phonics, early reading development, vocabulary, and reading comprehension
• Support foundational math skill development, including number sense, counting, basic operations, and problem-solving
• Teach and reinforce executive functioning skills such as task initiation, sustained attention, organization, and assignment completion
• Utilize engaging, multisensory, and hands-on instructional strategies to maintain focus and participation
• Break academic concepts into smaller, achievable steps and provide repeated practice to reinforce learning
• Incorporate frequent redirection, movement breaks, and positive reinforcement to support attention and engagement
• Monitor student progress and adjust instructional approaches based on learning needs
• Create structured success opportunities and encouragement to build academic confidence
• Incorporate the student's interests in animals and insects to increase motivation and engagement during lessons

Why 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

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.