Experienced Academic Tutor - Middle School ELA & Transition Support

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).

Seeking a highly qualified and dedicated tutor to support a 7th-grade student with a diagnosis of dyslexia, a processing disorder, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The student requires targeted instruction in reading fluency and comprehension, currently performing at an early elementary level in English Language Arts (ELA). The tutor will provide consistent academic support while helping prepare the student for a transition to a large public middle school setting.

Details:

• In-Person Tutoring in Los Angeles, CA
• Schedule: 2 sessions a week for 1.25 hours
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Ideal Candidate:

• Prestigious academic background preferred (e.g., Ivy League or top-tier university credentials).
• Proven experience lesson planning and working with students with complex learning profiles, including dyslexia and ASD.
• Strong skills in differentiated instruction and behavior management.
• Engaging, patient, and adaptable personality—either bubbly and warm or calm and firm—to suit the student’s needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver personalized, rigorous instruction in ELA, adapting lessons to accommodate learning differences and build reading skills.
• Use academic assessments to tailor lesson plans and measure progress.
• Provide structured, consistent support to build confidence, accountability, and independence.
• Employ strategies to maintain student engagement, minimize distractions, and encourage focus.
• Serve as a positive, encouraging mentor with the ability to build rapport while maintaining high expectations.
• Incorporate the student’s interests, such as basketball, chess, water polo, and video games, into lessons to enhance motivation.
• Collaborate with the family to align tutoring with the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and counseling services.

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.