SPED Academic Tutor - Literacy & Math (RBT Preferred)

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 Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA

Details:

• In-Person Tutoring in Riverside, CA
• Schedule: 25 hours, 2 sessions a week for 2.5 -3 hours
• Pay range is between $25 and $35

• Experienced special education tutor with a strong understanding of autism and foundational skill development.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or tutor with solid behavior-intervention experience.
• Skilled in foundational literacy, including phonemic awareness, blending sounds, sight words, and early writing development.
• Comfortable supporting foundational math skills, including counting, addition, and subtraction.
• Patient, calm, and able to implement sensory strategies, short work intervals, and positive reinforcement.
• Able to create and implement structured lesson plans, as the student does not receive homework.
• Comfortable working in a home with a cat (not recommended for tutors with allergies).

• Provide individualized instruction in foundational literacy, including phonics, sound blending, sight words, and sentence development.
• Support writing skills by helping the student move from copying sentences to expressing original ideas.
• Reinforce foundational math skills and gradually introduce more complex concepts as appropriate.
• Implement behavior-support strategies to address frustration-related behaviors (e.g., screaming or pinching).
• Use sensory activities, creative play (e.g., Legos, Play-Doh), and movement breaks to support regulation and engagement.
• Develop and deliver structured, engaging lesson plans aligned with the student’s IEP goals.
• Administer an assessment to determine current academic levels and guide instruction.

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

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.