Bilingual Adult Education Tutor - Academics & Life Skills at Tutor Me Education

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

35.0

Posted On

21 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish, Special Education, Functional Academics, Life-Skills Instruction, IEP Implementation, Communication Development, Reading Fluency, Foundational Math, Executive Functioning, Social-Emotional Learning, Self-Advocacy Development, Lesson Planning, Assessment, Rapport Building, Speech-Informed Strategies, Neurodiversity Support

Industry

Education

Description

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 Jose, 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 San Jose, CA Details: In-Person Tutoring in San Jose, CA Schedule: 25 hours a month; 3x a week for 2hrs $25-$35 per hour Ideal Candidate: Fluent in both English and Spanish (required) Experience working with adult learners with Down syndrome or developmental disabilities Strong background in functional academics, communication development, and life-skills instruction Skilled in supporting reading fluency, comprehension, foundational math, handwriting, and executive functioning Comfortable teaching adult learners in a respectful, age-appropriate, and empowering manner Patient, encouraging, and able to build confidence and independence through structured instruction Experience using speech-informed strategies and communication supports is highly preferred Able to create engaging lesson plans tailored to real-world functional goals and independent living skills Familiar with social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies and self-advocacy development Strong organizational and rapport-building skills with neurodiverse adult learners Key Responsibilities: Conduct an initial assessment to identify current academic and functional skill levels Provide individualized instruction in functional literacy, foundational math, and reading comprehension Strengthen communication and expressive language skills with a focus on self-advocacy and independence Support executive functioning skills including planning, organization, sequencing, and task completion Reinforce social-emotional learning (SEL) and confidence-building through structured, supportive sessions Teach functional academic skills that can be applied in daily living and community settings Support handwriting development and practical written communication skills Create engaging, age-appropriate lessons that promote independence and meaningful participation Use repetition, visuals, guided practice, and real-world examples to reinforce learning Collaborate with caregivers and adjust instruction based on progress and evolving goals 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.

Responsibilities

Provide personalized 1:1 in-home tutoring for adult learners with special needs, focusing on functional academics and life skills. Deliver tailored instruction based on Individualized Education Plans (IEP) to promote independence and community participation.