Laurie H.

• Chico, CA 95926 ( 29.2 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female Age 39
• Member since: 09/2013
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $18 to $25 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Experienced and very friendly English teacher ready to help!

I love working one on one with a student. Wherever the student needs help or wants improvement, that is where I meet them. I'm very patient and extremely friendly, and I am determined to help a student understand in any way I can! I also think cookies help studying :) Sometimes, unusual methods like movie clips, cartoons, reading passages, or other "real-life" experiences help to solidify a topic, so I'm not afraid to think outside the box!
I have been teaching all my life. Last year, I lived in Prague, Czech Republic, and taught English to students aged five through adult. They included children, accountants, analysts, engineers, energy experts, and lawyers. I've also taught swimming lessons to individual students and group classes for over ten years. I have a Master's in Creative Writing and poetry, and I have worked as a freelance writer, editor, proofreader, and teacher for man ... read more

John M.

• Paradise, CA 95969 ( 20.6 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2018
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Tutoring Rate: $10.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Spelling, Reading, Grammar

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I do what I do ~ because I love who I work with!

Most of the teaching staff and 90% of the students know me as Mr.John. They know and respect me as someone who takes his time to mentor through friendship. I instill a desire in each student to improve incrementally, each at their own speed, with a focus on learning new words, and their meaning, everyday. You will always see a Dictionary on my reading table. I strive to make learning fun! I'm also a spelling nut... so flash cards with surprise spelling and comprehension quizes are also part of my repertoire.
I am the Site Coordinator for READING PALS at Paradise Elementary School. I've been working daily at Paradise Elementary for over 3 years as a Volunteer Reading Instructor. I also worked one summer for the Northern California Burn Foundation as a Counselor and Quartermaster at Camp. Working with severely burned children was one of the most rewarding times in my life.

Dorene H.

• Grass Valley, CA 95945 ( 28.1 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female Age 63
• Member Since: 06/2015
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $39.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Learning can be fun!

I am currently teaching English as a second language to post-secondary international students at California State University Sacramento. I teach all areas of English, including grammar, composition, reading, and listening and speaking skills. I have taught beginning English to refugees in Sacramento, as well as English as a foreign language in Guatemala and Honduras. I have taught both adults and children and love both populations of learners. I am also currently tutoring three Chinese girls with various proficiencies in English. I have worked with students from various language backgrounds including but not exclusive to Arabic, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, African dialects and others. My background in learning a second language myself guides me in understanding the difficulties of learning a second language.
My style is a learner centered one. I believe in guided l ... read more

Karen J.

• Chico, CA 95973 ( 33.4 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female Age 59
• Member Since: 09/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $40.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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Let Mrs. Johnson Make You a ROCK STAR!

I teach with passion! I have high expectations coupled with love and support. I am motivational and I have an inside knowledge of state standards and how to get children ready for state assessments. I have access to laptops and curriculum.
I have been teaching in Chico, California for the past 26 years. I have experience with grades K-6, but really prefer 2-5th grades. I have tutored for many years, helping struggling students catch up with their peers. I have many tricks and resources to use. I have laptops and curriculum, not to mention a in-depth knowledge of state standards. I know what the children will be expected to accomplish on Common Core Standardized Tests. I can help prepare your child for the next grade, catch up with their peers and/or get them ready to CCSS tests that are given in the spring. I LOVE working with children one-on-one or in small group settings, as you ... read more

Bruce W.

• Nevada City, CA 95959 ( 17.3 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $46.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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Statement of Teaching Style I feel that all learners should have access to the highest quality education possible. The object of education is to provide each student with the tools that will help them develop their individual talents. All students should be given an opportunity in a safe educational setting to demonstrate their talents. This opportunity also means giving every student a chance to show their full potential. Instructors must have a pleasant and enthusiastic attitude. Instructors must be accepting of all students regardless of ethnic background or other personal factors. An instructor should use a variety of instructional methods and delivery techniques to facilitate the learning process.
I am an experienced Educator at both the secondary and post secondary levels. While teaching at Puyallup High School I received two awards for excellence for my work with spe ... read more

Nicole L.

• Chico, CA 95928 ( 22.1 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $61.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading, Grammar

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I have a large passion for sciences, and teaching others. I am a kinesthetic and visual learner, and I understand that determining a students learning abilities is the first key to success with education. My ambition is to provide the best education and learning experience for all I influence. It only took one great teacher in my sixth grade to lead me to my love of science, and I believe that every student has the capability to love the subject if they have the right instructor.
As a student who graduated with honors from Sonoma State University in December of 2009, I was driven to achieve the highest level of excellence in education. I have earned my BA in Biology, and have taken 21 units of Chemistry, and 12 units of Math. I have also gained many hours of experience using Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, while writing research papers, laboratory reports, and essays. During the last ... read more

Becky G.

• Rough and Ready, CA 95975 ( 22.8 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $61.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading, Grammar, Composition

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I am a teacher who has learned through experience. I went from college to Kenya to teach in an international school for 2 years. I learned a lot about teaching and culture during that time. When I returned I subbed for 2.5 years in which I learned more than all my schooling. During that time I earned a master's and have gone on to move in the direction that jobs have come.I taught SPED for a year, taught at an Outdoor School for a year, taught Kindergarten at a private school and worked with Autistic children as a one on one tutor. I have dabbled in Pre-K and upper grades a little. I am continuing to learn by taking Field Study Biology classes and going to educational workshops and personal growth programs.
I am a person who likes to teach one on one. I like to find what the student's interest is and tailor their teaching to that. I believe all children have a gift and an inter ... read more

adam z.

• browns valley, CA 95918 ( 22.9 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 08/2009
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $53.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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With my background and degree being in music, I have enjoyed finding creative ways to induce wonder and enthusiasm for learning in my students. I have always accomplished this with the utmost patience, consideration and respect. This last quality in my style (respect of my students) has received much positive feedback throughout my teaching and mentoring. I believe that young people learn as much or possibly more from "what they see" than "what they hear" so that the example the teacher is exhibiting by his presence is often underestimated.
I have worked with children of all ages in different environments and capacities for the past 20 years. It all started at the YMCA Afterschool and Summer Programs which gave me my first satisfactory feeling for being around young people. That led to substitute teaching and to 6 years in the classroom with 6th graders. For 1 year I taught English ... read more

Elaine D.

• Chico, CA 95928 ( 24.1 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $61.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading, Grammar

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I love art and feel very strongly that it should be a very important part of everyone's education. Students are anxious to actively participate. I do a demonstration while I lecture on a particular point, i.e., perspective, form, light, color theory, etc., then let them have time to execute a given assignment in class. At this point I give them personal attention. I have a "critque" at the end of the session and have them participate. I require constructive comments so as not to discourage anyone and to promote the notion that everyone has a unique and valuable point of view . Homework is assigned and I ask students to keep a sketchbook, which should be drawn in daily. I ask to see these ungraded books intermittently throughout the course.
I have many years experience as an illustrator and graphic designer, with large and small advertising agencies in Los Angeles. I have taught scu ... read more

Tracy C.

• Grass Valley, CA 94545 ( 24.2 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading, Grammar

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I believe all students can succeed and want them to be prepared for the real world. As an English tutor, I want to teach that English skills are necessary to succeed in the world.
I have always had a love of reading and writing. I was wrote poetry, wrote for the yearbook, and was working on a book while still in high school. I most recently was a travel writer for an online magazine. I have strong language arts skills. I tutored while substituting in the Marysville School District. I tutored ESL students of all ages.

Rebecca G.

• Quincy, CA 95971 ( 25.3 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $42.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading, Grammar

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In addition to my Fine Art degree at Humboldt State University I earned a minor in Spanish and participated in a Spanish Language Emersion program to Parras, Mexico, where I lived with a Mexican family, attended classes full time, taught classes in English and directed the construction of a painted town mural. I also have had experience assistant teaching Art classes at the University and graduated with two years in the honors painting program. My other teaching experience was as an employee at the Arcata Community Pool as a private swimming instructor for ages 3 to 18 and for a special education students.
I would describe my style as disciplined and organized yet fun and enthusiastic. I am a very compassionate person and I am very sensitive to young people and their feelings. I realize that everyone learns differently. I am adaptable and like to put lots of individual effort ... read more

Cathy G.

• Penn Valley, CA 95946 ( 26.5 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2011
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $57.00 to $65.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar, Composition

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I have owned and operating my own bookkeeping/accounting/business management service for over thirty years. I have taught others how to use QuickBooks, set up filing systems, enter data base information and organize their finances. I have supported a variety of businesses and organizations including several non-profits. I have taught others about AP, AR, Payroll, Taxes, and other financial information.
I believe in explaining the concepts first and them allow the student to do the work themselves. I am open and friendly and clients enjoy being in the teaching environment. I practice patience and believe in giving a lot of positive reinforcement. The learning experience should be enjoyable and productive and the student should leave feeling they have actually learned new skills!

Anna M.

• Chico, CA 95928 ( 28.8 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $55.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Composition

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"How many different ways can I teach a concept?" is the mentality I use when working with students. Every student learns in his/her own unique way. Being creative, adaptive, and fun are essential. I live for that "ah-ha moment" where everything clicks. It's no secret that we succeed in the things that we love doing. I love working with children and I strive to create a learning experience that engages my students. My goal is to leave my students eager to see what's in store for them in the next lesson.
I have a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. While earning this degree I was given the opportunity to gain experience in working in various classrooms at many different grade levels. I feel most confident in my teaching skills when working one-on-one with students or in small groups. My age areas of expertise are Kindergarten-6th grade.

Christopher B.

• Chico, CA 95926 ( 29.8 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $64.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Spelling, Reading, Grammar

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In teaching, I believe it to be very important to gain the student's interest within the subject matter. With an interest comes greater understanding and retention. Providing a structure that can be worked through systematically can be very helpful in the learning process. Not all students are the same, so one-on-one interaction can help provide a teaching/learning style conducive to the individual involved. I hope to provide an adaptive and effective teaching experience for students in need with patience and dedication.
During my time as a student studying Biological Sciences, I encountered varying levels of math and science ranging from statistics to calculus and basic biology to various types of advanced physiology. I have taken the opportunity to tutor fellow classmates and younger students in science through the biological honor society, Omicron Theta Epsilon. I have also tuto ... read more

Fritzgerald J.

• Chico, CA 95926 ( 29.9 mi )
• Writing Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $55.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Creative Writing, Composition

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I am a firm believer that everyone learns in different ways. This being the case, I like to identify a person's strengths and weaknesses so that I can create an individual plan that is tailored to the specific person. I build upon strengths while addressing weaknesses so that in the end, the student becomes a well-rounded and more effective learner. I believe in challenging students and providing them with the tools to succeed. Most importantly, I am patient and encouraging when working with an individual. In the end, I hope for my students to gain a sense of accomplishment and pride in the progress they make when overcoming obstacles.
At the tender age of 25 I have already been admitted into the California State Bar as an attorney. I graduated from the University of California, Irvine earning my Bachelor's degree, with cum laude honors, in only 3 years. Shortly thereafter I ... read more