A parent reported what their child saw during an online tutoring session. New Castle County police say that report led investigators to video evidence involving other children and to felony charges against Rodney Little, a 59-year-old tutor from Newark, Delaware.
Little faces two counts of sexual abuse of a child by a person of trust in the second degree and two counts of first-degree indecent exposure. These are allegations, and Little is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Key Takeaways
- Rodney Little, a Delaware tutor who offered online sessions through Wyzant, faces charges involving alleged sexual misconduct with children. The charges are allegations, not a finding of guilt.
- Police say they identified at least eight other instances of nudity involving at least six children across the country while reviewing recorded tutoring sessions.
- Wyzant suspended Little and is cooperating with investigators. Police are seeking to hear from other families who may have concerns about sessions with him.
- Online tutoring can put an adult in one-on-one contact with a child. Families who suspect misconduct can preserve messages and session details and report their concerns to law enforcement.
How Did the Rodney Little Investigation Begin?
In May 2026, parents told police that their child’s online tutor had exposed himself during a lesson. Detectives obtained a recording of the session. Police say it showed Little leaving his seat while still visible on camera, with no clothing below his waist. The child was under 12 at the time.
Investigators then obtained additional session recordings from the tutoring platform. Police say those recordings showed similar conduct involving other children. The Newark Post reports that investigators identified at least eight other instances involving at least six children in different parts of the country. Police have said they are looking for additional potential victims.
What Was Little’s Connection to Wyzant?
NBC10 Philadelphia identified the platform as Wyzant and reported that Little worked as an independent contractor through it. Police say he had contracted with an online tutoring platform since 2014. According to police, the platform suspended Little after learning of the allegations and provided additional recordings to investigators.
The platform’s cooperation helped investigators review other sessions. It also raises a question worth examining: how many earlier recordings remain available? Police say the platform keeps videos for a relatively short period and believe other children may have participated in sessions for which recordings are no longer available.
What Can Families Do If Their Child Took Lessons With Little?
A child may not recognize or tell a parent about inappropriate conduct during a virtual lesson. Families who believe their child may have been affected can preserve booking confirmations, messages, tutor profiles, payment records, and any communications with the platform. They can also ask the platform to preserve records connected to the account and lessons.
Parents can speak with their child calmly without pressing for a detailed account or repeatedly asking what happened. Investigators and trained professionals can guide the next steps.
Could Families Pursue a Civil Claim?
A criminal prosecution addresses the charges against Little. A separate civil investigation can examine the harm a child experienced and whether any other party had notice of misconduct or failed to take reasonable steps in response. The answers depend on the evidence and the law applicable to each family’s circumstances, including where the child was located.
Online lessons can cross state lines. Families should avoid assuming that Delaware law governs every possible civil claim simply because Little lived there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has Rodney Little been convicted?
The cited police announcement describes his arrest and charges, not a conviction. Little is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Why are police looking for more children?
Police say additional recordings showed similar conduct and that the platform’s relatively short video retention period may mean other incidents are no longer captured in available footage.
Can a family seek advice even if their child lives outside Delaware?
Yes. Police say the investigation may involve children in different locations. An attorney can assess a family’s circumstances, including where a child lived and where a civil claim might be brought.
Speaking With a Sexual Abuse Lawyer About Your Rights
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When that trust is violated through sexual abuse, the emotional and psychological consequences can be devastating for survivors and their families.
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