Academic Support Tutor for Student with Multiple Disabilities

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 San Valley, 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: We are seeking a highly experienced Special Education tutor to work one-on-one with a nonverbal student with multiple disabilities who communicates primarily through facial expressions, eye gaze, and individualized behavioral cues. The student has complex learning and communication needs and requires a tutor who is highly observant, patient, and skilled in interpreting nontraditional forms of communication.

The student benefits from structured, hands-on instruction and requires consistent support in general academic areas, including functional literacy, functional math, and executive functioning skills. Experience using manipulatives and multi-sensory learning strategies is essential, particularly for functional academic tasks. The student thrives in a calm, predictable environment with strong consistency, clear routines, and supportive redirection to maintain engagement and participation.

Details:

• Location: Sun Valley, CA 91352
• Schedule:
• Mondays to Fridays between 3-5PM
• Hours: 160 hours, Mondays to Fridays between 3-5PM
• Subjects: Grade General Academic Assistance & Executive Functioning

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized instruction in general academic assistance, functional academics, and executive functioning skills
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of a nonverbal student with multiple disabilities
• Utilize hands-on learning activities and manipulatives to support engagement and skill development
• Recognize and respond to the student's individualized communication methods
• Support functional literacy, math, problem-solving, and independent living skills
• Create structured, accessible, and engaging learning experiences
• Collaborate with facility staff and support providers to ensure consistency across environments
• Monitor progress and adjust instructional strategies based on the student's needs and responses

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience working with nonverbal students with multiple disabilities
• Strong special education background and experience providing individualized academic support
• Skilled in interpreting nontraditional communication methods, including facial expressions, eye gaze, and other individualized cues
• Experience teaching students with significant developmental, physical, and communication challenges
• Comfortable adapting curriculum and instruction to meet highly individualized learning needs
• Experienced in using manipulatives and hands-on materials, particularly for functional math and life skills instruction
• Patient, observant, flexible, and able to build trust with students who communicate in unique ways
• Open to a flexible tutoring schedule
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with caregivers, facility staff, and support teams
• Additional Information:
• Format: In-person tutoring
• Location: Totally Kids Sun Valley
• Full IEP will be provided upon tutor pairing to support effective planning and instruction.

We are looking for a compassionate tutor who can provide consistent, supportive, and engaging instruction while helping the student grow in communication, independence, and foundational academic skills.

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.