Kelli W.

• Fort Bragg,, CA 95437 ( 11 mi )
• English ESOL Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $48.00 /hr

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A Little Bit About Me...

Teaching English is such a delight! Having lived in a cross-cultural setting for several years and learned the native language, I understand remarkably well some of the frustrations and difficulties of learning a second language. Empathetically aware of the challenge, I aim to create a setting in which the student can make the not so painless trek from their native tongue to mine. I seek to build their conversational ability from the start while adding appropriate grammatical understanding as we go. Speaking and comprehension take first seat followed by writing and reading. Using a variety of creative ideas and examples, I seek to make learning English very practical and user friendly from the first day.
My qualifications to teach English as a second language stem from the fact that I have faced this beast from both sides of the fence: first, as a learner of a second language ... read more

Glen B.

• Willits, CA 95490 ( 21 mi )
• English ESOL Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $60.00 /hr

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A Little Bit About Me...

I have taught Medical Neuroanatomy to medical students at the University of Iowa Medical School. Students were directed in dissecting and identifying parts of the human brain. This occurred in small groups of five or six students. I also taught Molecular Neurobiology at Friday Harbor Laboratories to graduate students who came from around the world to take the course. This involved all parts of a laboratory class including lectures, small group discussions, and one-on-one teaching. I have also tutored numerous undergraduates in a variety of math and science areas.
My teaching style varies depending on the student. Perhaps my biggest asset is empathy as I can easily tell when a student (or group) gets it. Thus, I do not waste time telling students what they already know, and I can back up and explain in more detail when necessary. I have a kind of fluency in math, science, and langua ... read more

Melissa T.

• Willits, CA 95490 ( 22 mi )
• English ESOL Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $59.00 /hr

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Teaching styles are as diverse as students in the classroom. Given that fact, differentiated instruction is necessary because no two students learn alike. Building background, accessing prior knowledge, and learning student's frames of reference are important steps for a teacher to take in order to determine how a student learns. I strive to develop relationships with my students to better serve their learning needs. Knowing their cultural and social realities gives meaning and relevance to their learning. The constructivist approach helps build on that knowledge and enables the student to make sense of new knowledge.
I began my career in education in 1993 as an Instructional Aide. That experience cemented my desire to be a teacher. Since that time I have devoted myself to getting the education necessary for that dream to come true.I now have a Bachelor's in English, and a Master's ... read more

John S.

• Mendocino, CA 95460 ( 23.2 mi )
• English ESOL Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $53.00 to $59.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Chinese

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A Little Bit About Me...

I first started teaching in 2003 as a substitute to supplement the income from my guiding business during the slower portion of the year. After showing that I was very capable in the classroom and could quickly develop a strong rapport with coworkers and students, I was hired for the year when another teacher left unexpectedly. I went to school for the next year at the University of Kentucky, did not finish my degree, but earned enough credits to be hired by to teach in their Alternative School. I taught and was a leader and innovator at Cropper Alternative School for the next five years, until I decided to move to this part of the country after a recent divorce. I have been tutoring here since.
Everyone has style of teaching that is unique. Mine is at first appearance very laid back, but on closer inspection is very powerful and extremely effective in the long run. My strategy as ... read more

Ryan V.

• Willits, CA 95490 ( 27.4 mi )
• English ESOL Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $58.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher

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A Little Bit About Me...

I enjoy tutoring because I find it rewarding to build relationships with students and observe their progress. I recognize that it is crucial to build rapport with students in order to gain their trust and respect, and as a result, I try to discover my students’ goals and interests. Once a student realizes that I genuinely care about her success, she is more likely to work hard and obey my instructions. In addition, I am a patient individual, which is a useful quality to have when one is having difficulty getting a student to comprehend a particular concept. Furthermore, I make sure to praise my students for their hard work because I know that low confidence can inhibit successful learning.
I graduated cum laude from the University of California, Irvine with a BA in history and minors in biology and psychology. Earning a history degree required me to write several essays, including ... read more