Part Time Special Education Tutor (Autism Experience Preferred) – New York, NY

The role

Provide one-on-one special education homework support for an 8-year-old child in second grade. The tutor will help build confidence and comprehension in Math and ELA while adapting to the child's language delay and unique learning style.

What you will do

• Provide specialized 1:1 homework tutoring focused on second-grade Math and ELA comprehension
• Adapt teaching methods, pacing, and visual/verbal prompts to accommodate language delays
• Reinforce learning strategies that complement the child's school-day curriculum and related services support
• Foster a supportive, engaging atmosphere that builds academic confidence and comprehension
• Communicate with the family regarding session progress, challenges, and milestones

Required qualifications

• Proven professional experience tutoring, teaching, or providing academic intervention to elementary school students
• Direct experience supporting children on the autism spectrum and students with language delays
• Strong instructional knowledge of early elementary Math and ELA concepts

Nice to have

• Background as a Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT) or certified special education teacher

Before you apply

• All candidates will be subject to a background check
• Requires proof of legal authorization to work in the United States

About the company

Wellthy provides Care Coordination services to families nationwide. This is a private, family-hired position.