SPED Tutor - Orton-Gillingham & Dyslexia Support

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 San Pedro, 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 San Pedro, CA Details In-Person Tutoring in San Pedro, CASchedule: 8 Hours per month, 2 sessions a week for 1 hrPay range is between $25 and $35 Ideal Candidate Active teaching credential requiredExperience with the Orton-Gillingham approach requiredExperience working with students with dyslexia requiredExperience supporting elementary students with Autism and ADHDStrong background in foundational literacy, including phonics, blending, letter recognition, decoding, and reading comprehensionExperience providing structured handwriting and written expression supportComfortable teaching foundational math skills such as number recognition, counting, addition, and subtractionExperience implementing positive behavior support and reinforcement strategiesFamiliarity with ABA principles and behavior intervention strategies preferredPatient, kind, and encouraging while maintaining clear expectations and consistent boundariesSkilled at breaking academic tasks into small, manageable stepsComfortable providing frequent redirection and maintaining structured routinesAble to use token boards, rewards, praise, and other positive reinforcement strategiesCreative and engaging, with the ability to make non-preferred academic activities motivatingComfortable providing hands-on, visual, and non-technology-based instructionAble to maintain consistency in session structure and scheduling Key Responsibilities Provide individualized academic instruction aligned with the student's current learning needsUse Orton-Gillingham-based strategies to provide structured, multisensory literacy instructionSupport phonics, letter recognition, blending, decoding, and foundational reading skillsBuild reading comprehension through explicit instruction, guided practice, and appropriately leveled materialsProvide handwriting instruction and support written expression skillsTeach foundational math concepts including number recognition, counting, addition, and subtractionBreak academic tasks into smaller, manageable steps to improve understanding and task completionUse hands-on materials, visual supports, manipulatives, and interactive activities to reinforce learningAvoid technology during sessions, as it is highly distracting for MaxImplement clear expectations, consistent routines, and frequent redirectionUse token boards, positive reinforcement, praise, and motivating rewards to encourage participationSupport Max through non-preferred tasks while maintaining a calm, structured, and encouraging approachIncorporate his interests in Sonic, Minions, Christmas music, movies, decorations, strawberries, bearded dragons, lizards, and nature into lessons and reward systemsMonitor academic and behavioral progress and adjust instruction as neededMaintain consistency in session structure and expectations to support Max's comfort and successCollaborate with the student's support team when appropriate to reinforce consistent strategies across settings 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 IncentivesVoluntary retirement programReferral programFlexible scheduleHelp 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.