Virtual Academic Tutor

Role Summary

Tutor Me Education is reshaping how students learn, and we're looking for experienced academic tutors to provide 1:1 and small group virtual instruction to students across the country. If you're passionate about supporting students with IEPs, 504 plans, and diverse learning needs — and you want the flexibility to build a schedule around your life — we'd love to hear from you.

Why tutors love working with us

• Fully remote — tutor from home on your own computer
• You set your schedule — choose your availability and update it anytime
• You set your hourly rate — and negotiate per job based on the scope of work

Steady opportunities — with hundreds of new students signing up daily, we match jobs to your email based on the subjects and student populations you're best suited for

Note: Many of our assignments operate in Pacific Time, so availability during PT hours is a plus.

About Tutor Me Education

We're a tutoring and test-preparation platform connecting qualified educators with families and school districts nationwide. Our tutors choose the jobs that fit their expertise and schedule, and our growing partnerships with school districts mean a steady pipeline of meaningful work — especially in special education, where demand continues to outpace supply.

Preferred (not required)

• Active or previous teaching credential, especially in Special Education
• Experience with specific methodologies such as Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Reading, or structured literacy
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, individualized virtual instruction tailored to each student's goals, accommodations, and learning profile
• Create structured lesson plans that align with student goals, grade-level standards, and the specific accommodations or modifications each student requires
• Adapt instruction in real time based on student questions, progress, and engagement
• Track student progress and communicate effectively with families and, where applicable, school district partners

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required (degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field preferred)
• Experience working with students who have learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, or other special education needs — whether as a credentialed SPED teacher, paraprofessional, interventionist, or tutor
• Familiarity with IEPs, 504 plans, and common accommodations (extended time, chunked instruction, multi-sensory approaches, etc.)
• Ability to design and deliver lesson plans aligned to student goals and accommodations
• Strong virtual instruction skills — comfort with video conferencing, digital whiteboards, and keeping students engaged online
• Ability to pass a background check
• Reliable computer, internet, webcam, and quiet workspace

Benefits

• Flexible schedule — work when you want
• 100% remote
• Set your own hourly rate
• Consistent flow of students matched to your expertise
• Opportunity to make a real difference for students who need it most