SPED Tutor - Reading Intervention, Behavior Support & Foundational Academics

Tutor Me Education; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance pay

Retirement plan

Referral program

Flexible schedule

Impactful work

Job summary

Tutor Me Education is seeking passionate teachers and tutors with special education experience to provide 1:1 in-home tutoring in Long Beach, 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.

As a Tutor you’ll provide personalized instruction, support daily activities, and deliver tailored instruction based on each student’s IEP in the home environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with special education and IEP-driven instruction.
• Ability to deliver 1:1 in-home tutoring in Long Beach, CA.
• Proficiency in explicit, systematic literacy instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction in foundational literacy with emphasis on reading development.
• Teach letter recognition, phonics, decoding, guided reading, vocabulary, and reading independence.
• Reinforce foundational math concepts with hands-on activities.
• Implement SEL strategies to strengthen emotional regulation and classroom readiness.
• Use positive supports and clear boundaries to encourage participation and engagement.
• Establish routines and appropriate boundaries while reinforcing positive behaviors.

Skills

Special education experience

1:1 in-home tutoring

Reading intervention

Foundational literacy instruction

Letter recognition

Phonics

Decoding

Guided reading

Reading comprehension

Foundational math

SEL strategies

Individualized lesson plans

Multisensory instruction

Education

Active teaching credential

Experience with Autism

IEPs familiarity

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 Long Beach, 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.

We are currently hiring for multiple positions across all cities in Long Beach, CA.

About the Role

As a 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).

Details

• In-Person Tutoring in Long Beach, CA
• Schedule: 6 hours a month, 1x a week for 1hr 30mins
• Pay rate ranges from $25-$35 per hour

Ideal Candidate

• Active teaching credential highly preferred
• Experience working with students with Autism, IEPs, and early elementary learners
• Strong background in reading intervention and foundational literacy instruction
• Skilled in teaching letter recognition, phonics, decoding, guided reading, and reading comprehension
• Experience providing foundational math instruction for students performing below grade level
• Familiar with positive behavior intervention strategies, redirection, and classroom behavior management
• Comfortable supporting students who require frequent prompting, clear boundaries, and consistent reinforcement
• Patient, engaging, and able to maintain a structured yet encouraging learning environment
• Experience incorporating Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies into academic instruction
• Skilled at developing individualized lesson plans aligned with student needs and progress
• Able to use hands‑on, multisensory instructional strategies to maximize engagement and learning

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction in foundational literacy skills, with a primary emphasis on reading development
• Teach letter recognition, phonics, decoding, guided reading, vocabulary, and reading independence using explicit, systematic instruction
• Reinforce foundational math concepts through engaging, hands‑on learning activities
• Implement Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies to strengthen emotional regulation, self‑regulation, and classroom readiness
• Utilize positive behavior supports, clear expectations, and consistent redirection to encourage participation and maintain engagement
• Establish structured routines and appropriate boundaries while reinforcing positive behaviors and personal space awareness
• Adapt instruction using multisensory, interactive teaching methods that align with the student's learning profile
• Incorporate the student's interests, including drawing, kinetic sand, slime, iPad activities, and calendars, to increase motivation and participation
• Monitor academic and behavioral progress and adjust instruction to meet evolving needs
• Collaborate with the family to provide consistent support and reinforce learning strategies between sessions
• Create a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment that promotes confidence, independence, and long‑term academic 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.