Middle School Bilingual Tutor - Writing, Reading & Spanish Learning

Tutor Me Education 1; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-Based Pay

Retirement program

Referral program

Flexible schedule

Impactful tutoring

Job summary

Tutor Me Education in San Jose, CA is seeking dedicated tutors to provide personalized, one-on-one in-home tutoring for students with special needs, aligning instruction with each student’s IEP goals.

As a Tutor, you will deliver tailored instruction in reading, writing, language development, and math word problems, with bilingual Spanish support, in a home setting across San Jose, CA. This role offers meaningful impact and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Spanish (required).
• Experience with students with ASD and learning disabilities.
• Strong skills in reading comprehension and writing development.
• Experience supporting essay writing, organization, grammar, and written expression.
• Skilled in teaching math word problem strategies and comprehension-based problem solving.
• Able to incorporate Spanish into academic instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support in reading fluency, comprehension, and written expression.
• Help strengthen writing skills, including grammar, organization, sentence structure, and essay development.
• Support language and communication development through structured conversation and expressive language activities.
• Teach strategies for solving math word problems using step-by-step instruction and comprehension supports.
• Incorporate Spanish language learning naturally throughout sessions to support second language acquisition goals.
• Use the student’s interests to increase motivation and participation.
• Recognize signs of frustration and implement calm, supportive strategies including breaks and pacing adjustments.
• Build a strong, trusting relationship to support confidence and long-term engagement.
• Maintain a structured but flexible learning environment tailored to the student’s emotional and academic needs.
• Monitor progress and adjust instructional approaches as needed.

Skills

Bilingual English-Spanish

ASD experience

Reading comprehension

Writing development

Math word problems

Spanish language 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 San Jose, 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 Jose, CA

Details

• In-Person Tutoring in San Jose, CA
• Schedule: 25 hours a month; 5x per week for 1.25 hours
• Rate is from $25-35 per hour

Ideal Candidate

• Fluent in both English and Spanish (required)
• Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and learning disabilities
• Strong understanding of reading comprehension, writing development, and language-based learning challenges
• Experience supporting essay writing, organization, grammar, and written expression
• Skilled in teaching math word problem strategies and comprehension-based problem solving
• Comfortable incorporating second language acquisition (Spanish) into academic instruction
• Patient, calm, and encouraging, with strong relationship-building skills
• Able to recognize frustration cues and provide supportive breaks and redirection
• Creative and flexible in using student interests to increase engagement and motivation

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support in reading fluency, comprehension, and written expression
• Help strengthen writing skills, including grammar, organization, sentence structure, and essay development
• Support language and communication development through structured conversation and expressive language activities
• Teach strategies for solving math word problems using step-by-step instruction and comprehension supports
• Incorporate Spanish language learning naturally throughout sessions to support second language acquisition goals
• Use the student’s interests (e.g., religion, history, art, VR, YouTube, storytelling, and sports) to increase motivation and participation
• Recognize signs of frustration and implement calm, supportive strategies including breaks and pacing adjustments
• Build a strong, trusting relationship to support confidence and long-term engagement
• Maintain a structured but flexible learning environment tailored to the student’s emotional and academic needs
• Monitor progress and adjust instructional approaches as needed

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.