Miriam L.

• McKinleyville, CA 95519 ( 10.3 mi )
• Experienced Reading Tutor

• Female Age 31
• Member since: 04/2014
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $15 to $40 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Grammar

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Learning starts with a desire, followed by perseverance

I like to tailor my teaching to the students, as evidenced above. With the orphans, I focused on games to engage them, as they had classes all day before and were in their home. With the women, I focused on grammar and vocabulary building, emphasizing on communication skills. Our reading comprehension class is discussion based. With the students in the US, I focused on academic writing, as I was tutoring for my College.
I have a high level of experience teaching in multiple fields. I have trained horses, which takes non-verbal communication, patience, kindness, clear directions, and strong leadership skills. I have taught horseback riding lessons for 7 years, which has taught me excellent communication skills, lesson-building skills, and flexibility. I have worked as coordinator for a barn, from which I gained high-level organizational skills. I have tutored multiple people in Engl ... read more

Tracy P.

• Eureka, CA 95501 ( 0.1 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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I love working with students and it is such a joy to watch them learn. I understand that every student has different needs and learns things in different ways and at their own pace. I am kind, patient, and understanding. I believe students learn through discovering the right ways to do things and the reasons, not just regurgitating what an instructor tells them. After making a discovery, consistency and practice help to make it stick. It is my job to help the students reach their potential by providing them with the tools, direction, and explanation they need to help them reach an understanding of their subject.
I hold a BA in English from Saint Olaf College and studied a variety of subjects during my time in the Liberal Arts program. I have worked with many college graduates helping them prepare for the GRE in both the English and Math sections, as well as assisting high school st ... read more

Corin B.

• Eureka, CA 95501 ( 0.3 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $61.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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With the combination of my education and my work experience, I have developed a strong understanding languages and communication. I have received two Bachelor's degrees: a BA in English and a BA in German. I have also spent time overseas, teaching English as a second language, and experience which has helped me develop the skills to commmunicate not only the "rules" of the language (proper usage, grammar, etc.) but also to help my students develop the abilities to determine on their own how it should be used.
Since each person has his or her own way of learning, I like to be creative with teaching in order to find a style that best suits the student's needs. Along with traditional teaching methods, such as worksheets and practice sheets, I like to also add a variety of activities (roleplaying, games) that keep the lesson interesting as well as encourage the student to think about t ... read more

Jodi S.

• Eureka, CA 95501 ( 0.9 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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I enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion of marine mammals with others. I enjoy making science and learning interesting for the individual. I try to understand how an individual best learns and apply the techniques to enhance their own skills. I believe that there are no stupid or silly questions and encourage an open and honest dialog without fear or shame. I aid students in allowing them to achieve the confidence and success necessary to work on problems on their own.
My educational and employment background are saturated in the area of marine and conservation biology. I am trained in micro, chemical and cellular biology. I've was a univ. lab tech. and helped students understand proper lab procedure and successfully complete of lab exercises. I have taught field methodology and stats analysis to UW students. I’ve trained volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in biological studi ... read more

Suzanne L.

• eureka, CA 95501 ( 1.5 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $52.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Grammar

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I enjoy working one on one with children to improve academic performance. I have a number of books collected to supplement learning. I like using at least 5 different kinds of activities per session to keep interest. I enjoy working with phonics and have used it extensively to build performance. I enjoy using books that interest each child to help them have a great desire for reading.
Experience with phonics(as a teacher of 1st graders, also experience with children who have learning difficulties, referred to by the school. These children ranged from kindergarten to 8th grades. Special emphasis on reading and writing. I taught in public and private schools and have tutored in my home 10 years. I recently worked with Professional Tutors of America, with junior high students in math.

Kerith E.

• Arctat, CA 95521 ( 5.8 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $61.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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The students I enjoy working with most are teenagers. They are in a truly dynamic phase of growth, in that their intellects are blossoming in ways that are entirely new to them, while their emotions and bodies go through great and often difficult translformations. The power of these changes, along with their curiosity and insight, can be harnessed to create very exciting learning experiences. I have devoted myself to building learning environments that allow for maximum trust and respect between myself and my pupils; I am greatly interested in who they are and how each one of them learns.
I graduated from university in the top 2% of my graduating class, then went on to earn a masters in Comparative Literature. The Pennsylvania State University awarded my a graduate teaching fellowship for the duration of my masters studies. This fellowship allowed me to teach two college level cour ... read more

Jennifer D.

• McKinleyville, CA 95519 ( 9.3 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $60.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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While at Humboldt State, I completed the College Faculty Preparation Program. This program significantly improved my teaching pedagogy. With regards to tutoring, I feel that it is extremely important to understand and draw on the student’s learning style. As a kinesthetic learner, I frequently promote tactile learning while also introducing elements of visual, auditory, and/or reading/writing exercises, depending on what works best for the student. I’m patient and considerate but feel that it is important to set high expectations for each of my students.
Education has always been my passion. While earning my Bachelor's degree at the University of California, Santa Cruz, I was approached by a professor and asked to work as a teaching assistant with her graduate (M.A. and Ph.D. level) students. I was concurrently hired as a tutor and supplemental instructor for math, economics, ... read more

Kellen M.

• Loleta, CA 95551 ( 9.9 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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Teaching and working with children is something that I truly love to do. Everyone has a different learning style. Seeing the look of understanding and comprehension cross a child's face is one of the most rewarding experiences a person can ever have. It is with patience, understanding and constant encouragement that I inspire those around me to excel. Due to the fact that each individual child has a different learning style my teaching style will vary from child to child depending upon their needs. Each child has the one special teacher that they will remember for the rest of their life; I strive to be that teacher.
As an undergraduate student at both my junior college and university, I was inspired to spread the joy of learning and understanding English. I have earned a BA in Global Studies and Maritime Affairs, which has enabled me to expand my knowledge base about international ... read more

Joseph B.

• McKnleyville, CA 95521 ( 10.2 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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I have the natural ability to relate to kids of all ages. I was a waterpolo coach for five years, and a volunteer mentor for the Blue Ox School in Eureka. I tend to be straight forward and open with the kids about why the authors wrote the books, what they wanted their readers to get out of them, and how these authors weaved lessons into a classic storyline. Your children will immediately feel more connected to these books and short stories, and their reading comprehension will increase five fold.
As a Humboldt State University Student I was buried in English for Eight hours a day, five full years. My emphasis was in YOUNG ADULT LITERATURE, and I have read and reread all the books in the California State High School Curriculum multiple times. I have worked as a tutor for Junior High School children, College English students of all ages, and taught special education at Arcata H ... read more

Patricia H.

• Ferndale, CA 95536 ( 18.7 mi )
• Reading Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $46.00 to $52.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Taught full time special education at Bakersfield City Schools and elementary at Muroc School District. Taught high school English classes full time. Substitute taught at L.A. County schools and Lancaster School District. Substitute during 2009-2010 year at Humboldt County special education schools also elementary and high school in Ferndale, CA. Taught 16 years at the college / university level
Easy going, open minded, sense of humor, flexible, enjoy teaching at all levels. Each student has a unique gift and with an opportunity, patience and caring they can explore the world of learning. I have been trained in multiple methods of teaching and have had the opportunity to utilize those skills at levels K-12, also at the college /university level.