Top Special Education Tutors serving Sacramento

Sara: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
I am married with two children. I chose to tutor because I love education and the ease of a flexible schedule. I have previously taught children and adults to read English. I am a good tutor because I am easy to understand and I go at a pace that is comfortable for you. ... I feel strongly that anyone can learn. It is an educator's job to relate the material to the student. The student's job...
Education & Certification
Stanisluas State - Bachelors, Liberal Studies

Deisha: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...for clinical counseling. I believe I am patient, understanding and excellent at building foundations that will stay with you for a lifetime. I would love to help you with your educational pursuit and I will make sure that frustration is never felt again. It is my goal to make sure each individual student achieves their maximum potential, you are all super stars I am only here to remind you of this during your journey. Happy...
Education & Certification
California State University-Sacramento - Bachelors, Social Work
University of Southern California - Current Grad Student, Social Work

Joy: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...Science in Business, Associate of Science in Retail Management and Merchandising, Associate of Arts in Social Sciences, and Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences. In addition, I have three certifications which are ESL Teacher, TESOL, and TEFL. My experience with tutoring is a total of eighteen years that includes working with students in person and online. The subjects I tutor are English, Spanish, History, Study Skills, Science, Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Mathematics, and...
Education & Certification
Humphreys College-Stockton and Modesto Campuses - Bachelor of Science, Community Psychology

Brianna: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...students through various subjects. I have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized learning fun. Math, science and test prep are the subjects I'm particularly passionate about tutoring, as I've always loved those subjects myself. Additionally, I've worked extensively with adults...
Education & Certification
University of Richmond - Current Undergrad, Business Administration and Management
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 34
SAT Math: 770

Katherine: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable. I love to use visual and real world examples to help you grasp difficult concepts. At the end of our sessions, it is my mission to make sure that you can...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Human Development & Family Studies
Fairfield University - Current Grad Student, School Counseling
ACT English: 34

Massiel: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...law. My little brother (7 years my junior) was my first tutoring buddy and assures even today that I get to help build a science fair project board every year. I was also a camp counselor for three summers caring for on average twenty children ages 5-10. Then I began professionally tutoring through my high school when I was sixteen until I was eighteen. I assisted middle schoolers and high schoolers, ages 11-18, on their...
Education & Certification
University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Human and Social Development, International Studies, and Philosophy

Rebecca: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...about tutoring because I want everyone to be able to perform academically at their highest possible level. I also think it is important that learning is not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Katherine: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...disabilities at an ABA agency in the Washington, DC area for the past few years. My job includes creating measurable milestones to help learners achieve their goals, and determining what teaching methods will be most effective for each individual client. I believe that active student responding, personalized programs, and a focus on measurable goals are all important components of a successful learning experience. I hope to bring these same strategies to the students at Varsity...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Human Development and Psychological Services
Florida Institute of Technology - Current Grad Student, Professional Behavior Analysis
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Katie: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...been student teaching in a first grade classroom. I have experience with tutoring at all ages, from first grade to college-level. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about Math, English, Literature, and Essay Writing. My favorite subject to tutor would be Math. I love seeing students have that "aha!" moment when a math problem finally makes sense. I also have experience with ACT Test Preparation. I have a love...
Education & Certification
Truman State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Truman State University - Masters, Education
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Kevin: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...Teaching Assistant for the Biology department at UCSD. I have taught in a variety of settings; from one-on-one tutoring to review sessions for 300 people in a lecture hall. I primarily tutor MCAT, SAT, and the SAT. In my experience, rather than the Tutor being an all-knowing power who lectures on the information, the most beneficial environment for the student is one that feels like a conversation. By creating a dynamic atmosphere between Tutor and student,...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Human Biology/Education Studies
ACT Math: 34
SAT Math: 710

Matthew: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
Hi, I'm Matthew. I look forward to getting to know you or someone you love, as well as helping them succeed in their endeavors to master whatever tests, subjects, or ideas they wish. I am a student at Brigham Young University, and am currently an undecided major. I have a passion for tutoring and helping my pupils succeed. I am charismatic, fun, hardworking, spontaneous, and reliable! I am more than a guy with a brain;...
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University-Provo - Current Undergrad, Undecided
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Trish: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...to work with children grades K-6, I love working with students of all ages. I have worked for an educational camp called College for Kids for seven years as an assistant and as an instructor. I have also volunteered as a literacy advocate for Ready Readers and as a tutor for Girls Inc. In my free time, I like to read books, bake, and train for races; I recently completed my first half marathon! My...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri- St. Louis - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 33

Theresa: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...statistics and calculus II) has also always been a strong subject for me, and the majority of my professional tutoring experience comes from a full year, full-time fellowship teaching pre-algebra and algebra I. My interest in assisting with college admissions stems from: 1) getting into an Ivy League school, 2) qualifying for scholarships (including full-ride) to universities through National Merit & National Achievement PSAT Scholarships, 3) serving as a summer teaching assistant in a College...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Government
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440

Vivienne: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...at Boston College, majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Marketing. I have tutored for two years through a small Tutoring volunteer program in the Twin Cities Metro area. I taught math, science, and ACT preparation for students eight to 15. This year I am a board member of the Women in STEM club at Boston College and row on BC's DI women's crew team. I enjoy teaching computer science, algebra, and calculus.
Education & Certification
Boston College - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Rebecca: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
Hi! My name is Becky, and I would love to be your tutor! I recently graduated from Lewis & Clark College, I majored in psychology and minored in Latin American Studies. I have completed coursework in many other areas, such as statistics, geometry, physics, Spanish, chemistry and art. I'm no stranger to standardized testing either. I have worked with kids of all ages in a variety of educational settings, from academic tutoring to guitar and...
Education & Certification
Lewis & Clark College - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 33

Robyn: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...social sciences such as Psychology and Economics have always been a strength and I am more than happy to share my passion there, too! As an educator, I am highly creative with how I go about sharing my knowledge and as a high achieving student myself, I have tricks up my sleeve for how to tackle even the meanest of subjects and exams. I look forward to helping you reach your educational goals.... With a background...
Education & Certification
Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Bachelor of Science, Special Education

Hadiya: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
I am a Florida Certified Teacher. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and Deaf Education. I started teaching in Miami immediately after graduation. I traveled overseas to teach for a year in China. There, my students were all international children with different academic and English levels. Upon returning to the United States, I continued teaching. I decided to continue my education and I graduated from Barry University with a Master's Degree in Special...
Education & Certification
Flagler College-St Augustine - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary /Deaf Education
Barry University - Master of Science, Special Education

Molly : Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...academic year. I also volunteered in an afterschool enrichment program for inner city students. In this program I helped fourth and fifth graders with their homework. I also was able to set up many fun group building activities. I love giving back to the community. I have worked with Habitat for Humanity and I am an active member of my school's ESL Club. In ESL club I help adult Spanish speaking students learn the...... I believe...
Education & Certification
Providence College - Current Undergrad, Elementary and Special Education
SAT Verbal: 720

Michael: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
...student to fish and they possess improved test-taking skills for a lifetime." Specializing in ACT/SAT test preparation as well as Mathematics, I carry with me, aside from a substantial knowledge of all subjects, a "bag of tricks" made up of pneumonic devices, preparation skills, and exercises in focus/concentration. With any session, my goal is to deconstruct seemingly difficult concepts into more digestible steps -- in essence working with the student to develop a strategy that...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Britta: Sacramento Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Sacramento, CA
I am currently a High School Language Arts teacher for students with special needs. I love what I do and the students I work with. I have experience with tutoring all ages and academic levels in English and Math. I am willing to try new things including new teaching experiences. I am also looking forward to working with different types of students to reach their goals.... I am a high-energy, lively and funny teacher. I like...
Education & Certification
Augsburg College - Bachelors, Secondary Education Communication Arts
Saint Thomas University - Masters, Special Education EBD
Private Special Education Tutoring in Sacramento, CA
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Sacramento Special Education Tutoring FAQ
Varsity Tutors understands the challenges that parents and their children with special education needs go through, but we can connect you with Sacramento special education tutoring to help. We can find qualified instructors with the experience to help your child learn despite their difficulties. For example, private mentors who can help students with learning differences such as autism, dyslexia, or dyscalculia are available. Private instructors can provide the tools and teaching methods that make learning accessible and even enjoyable for your child.
What skills can a Sacramento special education tutor near me cover?
If your child is challenged by any subject they are learning, a private tutor can teach it from a different perspective. They can introduce material at a different reading level, use visual aids to solve math problems, or read information aloud. A tutor can change their approach to a subject at any time, and create a customized study plan from the start. Homework help can be provided, along with explanations of concepts that make them easier to understand.
In addition to school subjects, a Sacramento special education tutor can assist with general learning skills. Organization of notebooks and study materials, calendar skills to plan assignments and study time for upcoming tests, and note-taking are just a few areas an instructor can focus on. Varsity Tutors can help find a private instructor experienced in the learning strategies that are most suitable for helping your child learn.
What are some of the benefits of working with Sacramento special education tutors?
Private instruction provides a customized learning experience, so your child's mentor can start with their IEP or 504 Plan, or develop a completely different lesson plan from scratch. Sessions and content can be customized to accommodate your student's learning style in addition to their individual academic needs. If your child has challenges with auditory processing, a Sacramento special education tutor can use more written material in their study sessions. There are ways to address any learning difficulty. The time and individual attention a private mentor can provide enables them to discover and apply strategies that work best for your student.
Sacramento special education tutoring has many benefits, but not all of them are limited to the student. Private instructors can assist you and other family members as well in providing your child with the academic support they need. Outside their tutoring sessions, you can help your student create schedules, use manipulatives to develop math skills, or apply a range of other strategies to guide your child's study and learning process.
Special education tutoring can help make learning more accessible, productive, and enjoyable for your student. Some strategies a private instructor can use with a child who has autism include color-coded lists, dividing up directions into small chunks, or using visual timers/signals to help your child transition from one task to another. Students with special education needs often benefit from repetition and one-on-one instruction to help them understand skills and work through problems. They can be provided with opportunities to practice reading and writing skills that aren't available in a traditional classroom, which can help in learning how to digest text and extract its meaning. Private mentors can apply a different process if another isn't effective, and repeat a task several times until the student catches on.
How convenient are Sacramento special education tutoring sessions?
We believe it is crucial to have access to a convenient and inclusive learning environment. As a result, Varsity Tutors has created a Live Learning Platform in which you and your student can securely access an intuitive system online. It can be accessed from a computer, tablet, or smartphone anywhere you can get a reliable Internet connection, whether from home or a location such as the North Natomas branch of the Sacramento Public Library.
Our online learning environment enables your student to work where there are few distractions. It includes a digital whiteboard on which an educator can share their screen, identify key points, and simplify the language when teaching key concepts. Your child can share their screen as well, so their tutor can read to them, view their homework, and provide real-time feedback and make corrections to their work. Also, every session is recorded, so you and your student can watch it again later to get additional practice and further develop their skills.
How can I find a Sacramento special education tutor near me?
It doesn't take much time to find skilled Sacramento special education tutors, because Varsity Tutors can quickly connect you with instructors who can work with your child in-person and online. Personalized help is available with either of these options. To learn more about how we can help connect your student with Sacramento special education tutoring that can help with their special education needs, feel free to contact us today.
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