Adult Autism Support Tutor - Academic & Cognitive Enrichment

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 Pacific Grove, 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 Structured Literacy Tutor (Dyslexia Focus) 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 the Los Angeles, including Pacific Grove, CA.

Details:

• In-Person Tutoring in Pacific Grove, CA
• Schedule: 25 hours per month, 2x a week for 2.5 hours
• Pay rate from $25-$35 per hour

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience supporting autistic adult learners in one-on-one educational settings
• Strong understanding of anxiety-sensitive and neurodiversity-affirming teaching approaches
• Patient, calm, and engaging personality with excellent conversational and rapport-building skills
• Comfortable using highly visual, discussion-based, and interest-driven learning methods
• Able to support reading comprehension, foundational literacy, math concepts, science, and social studies in flexible ways
• Skilled at adapting instruction to non-traditional learning styles and strengths-based teaching
• Familiar with sensory-sensitive environments and emotional regulation support strategies
• Able to facilitate collaborative learning experiences that promote engagement and confidence
• Creative and flexible in incorporating personal interests into lessons and discussions
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain consistent, structured sessions without rigid instruction

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized academic and cognitive enrichment support in ELA, math, science, and social studies
• Support reading comprehension, foundational literacy, math problem-solving, and concept understanding
• Facilitate engaging, conversation-based learning experiences tailored to the student’s interests and strengths
• Use visual supports, multimedia resources, and discussion-centered instruction to maintain engagement
• Incorporate topics such as Star Wars, wildlife, geography, airplanes, marine life, Hollywood, and history into sessions
• Support language and communication development through collaborative discussion and guided interaction
• Maintain a calm, structured, and anxiety-sensitive learning environment
• Adapt instruction flexibly based on emotional regulation, focus, and sensory needs
• Encourage active participation, curiosity, and independent thinking while reinforcing confidence and emotional well-being
• Create meaningful learning opportunities that promote cognitive stimulation and ongoing engagement rather than traditional academic performance

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.