SPED Tutor - Foundational Literacy, Phonics & Math Support

Tutor Me Education 1; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-Based Pay Incentives

Voluntary retirement program

Referral program

Flexible schedule

Help students with special needs reach

Job summary

Tutor Me Education in Los Angeles, CA seeks passionate tutors with special education experience to provide 1:1 in-home tutoring for students with special needs, guided by IEPs and tailored instruction.

Ideal candidates hold a valid teaching credential, SPED background, and are patient, engaging, and able to use multisensory teaching methods to support literacy and foundational math.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching credential required.
• Strong SPED background with experience supporting students with autism and behavioral needs.
• Experience implementing positive behavior intervention and reinforcement strategies.
• Skilled in foundational literacy instruction including phonemic awareness, phonics, sight words, and early reading comprehension.
• Experience teaching foundational math concepts using concrete and conceptual approaches.
• Familiarity with fine motor and handwriting support strategies.
• Knowledge of multisensory and interactive teaching methods.
• Patient, calm, structured, and highly engaging.

Responsibilities

• Conduct an initial tutor assessment to determine current academic levels and instructional priorities.
• Provide individualized instruction in foundational literacy, including phonics, phonemic awareness, sight words, and reading comprehension.
• Support conceptual understanding in math, particularly addition, subtraction, counting, and number sense.
• Help strengthen language development and sentence formation by building meaningful connections between vocabulary and actions.
• Support writing and fine motor development through tracing, guided writing, and structured activities.
• Implement multisensory instruction using visuals, music, videos, games, and interactive educational tools.
• Use structured routines, token boards, and positive reinforcement systems to increase participation and engagement.
• Apply calm and proactive behavior support strategies during challenging moments.

Skills

SPED background

In-home tutoring

Literacy instruction

Foundational math

Behavior support

Education

Teaching credential

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 Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA

Details:

• In-Person Tutoring in Los Angeles, CA
• Schedule: 10 hours, 2 session a week for 1hr and 15mins
• Pay range is between $25 and $35

Ideal Candidate:

• Valid teaching credential required
• Strong special education (SPED) background with experience supporting students with autism and behavioral needs
• Experience implementing positive behavior intervention and reinforcement strategies
• Skilled in foundational literacy instruction, including phonemic awareness, phonics, sight words, and early reading comprehension
• Experience teaching foundational math concepts using concrete and conceptual approaches
• Familiarity with fine motor and handwriting support strategies
• Knowledge of multi-sensory and interactive teaching methods
• Patient, calm, structured, and highly engaging
• Comfortable using token boards, reward systems, and visual supports
• Able to conduct an academic assessment to guide instruction and monitor progress

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct an initial tutor assessment to determine current academic levels and instructional priorities
• Provide individualized instruction in foundational literacy, including phonics, phonemic awareness, sight words, and reading comprehension
• Support conceptual understanding in math, particularly addition, subtraction, counting, and number sense
• Help strengthen language development and sentence formation by building meaningful connections between vocabulary and actions
• Support writing and fine motor development through tracing, guided writing, and structured activities
• Implement multisensory instruction using visuals, music, videos, games, and interactive educational tools
• Use structured routines, token boards, and positive reinforcement systems to increase participation and engagement
• Apply calm and proactive behavior support strategies during challenging moments
• Incorporate the student’s interests, especially music and Cocomelon-themed activities, to increase motivation and participation
• Maintain a highly structured, patient, and supportive learning environment
• Collaborate with caregivers and related service providers as needed to support consistency across settings
• Track progress and adjust instructional approaches based on student response and growth

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.