What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tutors for Special Needs position at PATHWAY TUTORING?
Now Hiring: Dedicated Teachers and Tutors for One-on-One Education (Special Needs)
Location: Oviedo, Maitland, Altamonte spring, Winter Park area (in-home, therapy centers)
Are you passionate about teaching? Do you believe in the power of one-on-one learning to transform lives? If you’re looking for meaningful work in a respectful, loving environment—this is your opportunity.
Pathway Homeschooling provides individualized, one-on-one education for children and teens with special needs. We serve students in a variety of settings: their homes, therapy centers, and our dedicated Pathway center.
What You’ll Do:
- Work one-on-one with children and adolescents, focusing on tailored educational support
- Support a maximum of 6 students per day (always individually)
- Teach in a compassionate, structured, and supportive environment
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
- Receive all necessary training and ongoing support
What We Offer:
- Paid training and professional development
- A strong support system to help you succeed in your work
- 10 paid vacation days per year
- A career where you can truly make a difference—one child at a time
Job Duties:
- Provide one-on-one classes to students of various ages and skill levels
- Assess students' learning needs and develop personalized lesson plans
- Utilize learning technology and educational resources in the classroom
- Communicate with families and team members to provide progress updates and address concerns
- Adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities
- Support students in developing foundational academic and functional skills
- Speak in Portuguese to support bilingual students (when applicable)
- Recognize and manage autism-related behavioral crises with training and sensitivity
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a teacher or tutor for individuals with unique abilities (special needs, autism, etc.)
- Fluency in English; a second language (e.g., Portuguese, Spanish) is a plus
- Experience in lesson planning and curriculum adaptation
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to establish rapport with students of all ages
- Ability to work independently and adapt flexibly to each student’s learning profile
- Strong organizational skills to track student progress and maintain accurate records
- Creative and proactive mindset — “Out-of-the-box” thinkers are encouraged!
Special Requirements:
- Valid Florida Driver’s License
- Reliable transportation (daily travel required)
- Valid teaching certificate (from the U.S. or other country)
- 4 years of experience teaching or tutoring
- 2 years of experience working with children with autism (required)
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or experience in Special Education is a strong plus
- Must pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and onboarding evaluation prior to hire
Apply today to join a team where education is personal, powerful, and filled with purpose.
Pathway Homeschooling – Education with Heart. One Child at a Time.
Tipo de puesto: Tiempo completo, Medio tiempo
Beneficios:
- Paid time off
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $19