Middle School SPED Academic Support Teacher - ELA & Math

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 Bellflower, 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 Bellflower, CA

Details:

• In-Person Tutoring in Bellflower, CA
• Schedule: 6 hours per month; 1 day a week 1.5 hours
• Rate is between $25 and $35 per hour

Ideal Candidate:

• Active teaching credential required
• Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD
• Strong background in direct instruction, lesson planning, and academic intervention
• Skilled in teaching math concepts, math word problems, reading fluency, reading comprehension, and writing development
• Experience supporting executive functioning skills, including organization, task completion, attention, and study strategies
• Able to create and provide individualized learning materials with measurable goals and milestones
• Patient, engaging, structured, and confident in providing firm redirection
• Comfortable supporting students who experience distractibility, overstimulation, and frustration during academic tasks
• Familiarity with educational platforms such as Google Classroom and IXL
• Strong classroom management and behavioral support strategies preferred

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct an academic assessment to identify current skill levels and instructional priorities
• Provide individualized instruction in ELA and Math aligned to the student’s learning needs
• Teach math concepts and word problem-solving strategies using structured, step-by-step instruction
• Support reading fluency, comprehension, and writing development, including grammar, organization, conventions, and paragraph structure
• Reinforce executive functioning skills such as attention regulation, organization, planning, and task persistence
• Develop and implement structured lesson plans with measurable academic goals and progress milestones
• Maintain a calm, engaging, and highly structured learning environment with clear expectations and consistent routines
• Provide firm but supportive redirection to help maintain focus and participation
• Incorporate built-in breaks and pacing strategies to reduce frustration and support regulation
• Integrate the student’s interests, including DJ’ing, sports, and video games, into lessons to increase motivation and engagement
• Monitor progress regularly and adjust instructional strategies as needed to support growth and confidence

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.