Virtual Special Education Tutor

Tutor Me LA LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 27,552 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Set your own hourly rate

Flexible scheduling

100% remote work

Consistent flow of students

Job summary

A tutoring platform seeks qualified educators to provide individualized virtual instruction for students with special education needs. You will design lesson plans, track student progress, and communicate with families. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and have experience working with students who have learning disabilities. This remote position offers flexible scheduling and the ability to set your own hourly rate. Join a dedicated community of educators making a difference for students worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a relevant education field.
• Experience with special education needs is essential.
• Strong skills in virtual instruction and engagement are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized virtual instruction tailored to student goals.
• Create lesson plans aligned with academic standards and accommodations.
• Track progress and communicate with families effectively.

Skills

Experience with students who have learning disabilities

Strong virtual instruction skills

Ability to design lesson plans

Familiarity with IEPs and 504 plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field

Tools

Video conferencing tools

Digital whiteboards

Job description

What you'll do:

• Deliver engaging, individualized virtual instruction tailored to each student's IEP goals, accommodations, and learning profile
• Create structured lesson plans that align with student goals, grade-level standards, and the specific accommodations or modifications each student requires
• Adapt instruction in real time based on student questions, progress, and engagement
• Track student progress and communicate effectively with families and, where applicable, school district partners

Why tutors love working with us:

• Fully remote — tutor from home on your own computer
• You set your schedule — choose your availability and update it anytime
• You set your hourly rate — and negotiate per job based on the scope of work
• Steady opportunities — with hundreds of new students signing up daily, we match jobs to your email based on the subjects and student populations you're best suited for

Note: Many of our assignments operate in Pacific Time, so availability during PT hours is a plus.

About Tutor Me Education

We're a tutoring and test-preparation platform connecting qualified educators with families and school districts nationwide. Our tutors choose the jobs that fit their expertise and schedule, and our growing partnerships with school districts mean a steady pipeline of meaningful work — especially in special education, where demand continues to outpace supply.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required (degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field preferred)
• Experience working with students who have learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, or other special education needs — whether as a credentialed SPED teacher, paraprofessional, interventionist, or tutor
• Familiarity with IEPs, 504 plans, and common accommodations (extended time, chunked instruction, multi-sensory approaches, etc.)
• Ability to design and deliver lesson plans aligned to student goals and accommodations
• Strong virtual instruction skills — comfort with video conferencing, digital whiteboards, and keeping students engaged online
• Ability to pass a background check
• Reliable computer, internet, webcam, and quiet workspace

Preferred (not required)

• Active or previous teaching credential, especially in Special Education
• Experience with specific methodologies such as Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Reading, or structured literacy
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

Benefits

• Flexible schedule — work when you want
• 100% remote
• Set your own hourly rate
• Consistent flow of students matched to your expertise
• Opportunity to make a real difference for students who need it most