7th Grade Learning Support Tutor - Reading, Writing & Motor Skills

Tutor Me Education; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Voluntary retirement program

Referral program

Flexible schedule

Support for students with specialNeeds

Job summary

Tutor Me Education is seeking a Special Education tutor to provide one-on-one academic support to a 7th-grade student in Vallejo, CA. The tutor will work in-home, focusing on Math, Reading, Writing, and literacy interventions, with structured, developmentally appropriate lessons.

The role emphasizes patience, adaptability, and consistent scheduling to support a student who reads at roughly a 3rd-grade level and has epilepsy impacting motor skills. Start ASAP, 10–25 hours per month.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special education needs.
• Background in literacy intervention and foundational reading instruction.
• Ability to adapt instruction for students with developmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized academic support in Math, Spelling, Grammar, and Writing.
• Strengthen literacy skills including phonics, spelling, grammar, and reading comprehension.
• Adapt reading instruction to approximately 3rd-grade level.
• Support writing development through handwriting and sentence formation.
• Provide math instruction focusing on word problems and reasoning.
• Incorporate fine motor activities to support handwriting and daily skills.
• Use structured lessons, guided practice, and positive reinforcement.
• Maintain communication with the family regarding progress.

Skills

Special education experience

Literacy intervention

Phonics instruction

Reading comprehension

Math instruction

Job description

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 Vallejo, 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

We are seeking an experienced Special Education tutor to provide individualized general academic support to a 7th-grade student. The tutor will work in a one-on-one setting and support learning through structured, engaging, and developmentally appropriate instruction.

Details

• Competitive pay based on specialization ($25–$35/hour).
• 10-25 hours per month
• Monday through Thursday after 4:00 PM, Friday after 12:30 PM, Saturday open (upon family discussion)
• Start ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized academic support in Math, Spelling, Grammar, and Writing.
• Strengthen foundational literacy skills, including phonics, spelling, grammar, and reading comprehension.
• Adapt reading instruction to the student's current reading level of approximately 3rd grade.
• Support writing development through handwriting practice, sentence formation, and written expression.
• Provide math instruction focused on word problems and mathematical reasoning.
• Incorporate fine motor activities to support handwriting development and functional skills such as tying shoelaces.
• Use structured lessons, guided practice, repetition, and positive reinforcement to reinforce learning.
• Adjust instruction and activities based on the student's pace and individual needs.
• Maintain consistent communication with the family regarding progress and areas for improvement.

Student Needs

• The student is in 7th grade and has epilepsy that affects fine motor skills.
• Currently performing at approximately a 3rd-grade reading level.
• Requires support in reading, writing, grammar, spelling, and math.
• Benefits from targeted literacy intervention, particularly phonics, spelling, grammar, and reading comprehension.
• Needs support with math word problems and mathematical reasoning.
• Is ready to work on handwriting development and practicing independent shoelace tying.
• Benefits from structured, patient, and encouraging instruction.
• Receives reading resource support at school and needs additional individualized academic assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with special education needs.
• Background in literacy intervention and foundational reading instruction.
• Experience supporting students with fine motor skill development is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of phonics, spelling, grammar, reading comprehension, and writing instruction.
• Ability to teach math concepts through structured instruction and practical examples.
• Patient, encouraging, and adaptable teaching style.
• Strong instructional skills and ability to maintain a consistent tutoring schedule.

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 Incentives
• Voluntary retirement program
• Referral program
• Flexible schedule
• Help 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.