Michael B.

• Walnut Creek, CA 94597 ( 25 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male
• Member since: 11/2014
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20 to $35 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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English Grammar, Reading and Writing Tutoring

Greetings. My name is Michael B. I am a certified teacher of English as a Second Language. I am very good at teaching grammar, reading, writing, speaking English correctly and literature. I can prepare anyone for TOEFL. I am quite proficient in teaching both British and American English. I am also very good at instructing English for Academic Purposes (EAP) as well as English for Special Purposes (ESP). I am very proficient in instructing conversational English as well. I taught 9 foreign students who were English Language learners. I created and implemented reading, writing and speaking lesson plans. I mentored a student and implemented strategies to improve grammar, reading, writing skills and vocabulary. I also taught 12 Chinese English Language Learners, identified phonological differences between their native language (Mandarin) and English, and practiced saying challenging sounds. ... read more

Magda H.

• Oakland, CA 94606 ( 14.5 mi )
• Experienced Composition Tutor

• Female Age 41
• Member Since: 03/2012
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $70.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Journalism, Creative Writing

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Art tutor, Homework tutor, Learning facilitator!

I work best one-on-one or in small groups, I can adjust my style to what a person needs after speaking with them for a while and understanding how they learn. I've found the best way to teach someone a new way of looking at something is to understand how they currently perceive it.
I have worked in art and graphic design professionally for the past 6 years, however I have been freelancing and creating art for myself since 1998. I previously worked for the Hayward Area Historical Society, which included assisting in design for exhibits as well as some teaching to visiting school groups. I have also been asked to teach small groups of children about art, or help with general homework on numerous occasions.

Amy M.

• Oakland, CA 94605 ( 14.7 mi )
• Expert Composition Tutor

• Female Age 52
• Member Since: 02/2015
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $70.00 to $110.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Composition is one of my top subjects! I have exceptional literary skills and am an excellent editor

I assess the student's level of mastery by listening to parents, communicating with the student (in whatever appropriate way needed) and then doing some basic testing. Once the student is assessed, I design a learning environment and activities that coincide with the student's specific strengths, while adding some elements of challenge. I tend to work in a very focused way for 10-15 minutes, and then add in tactile activities (like Bannana Grams for example) for 10 minutes or so, in order to maintain the student's attention. Children and youth who are struggling to read and write get patient assistance to learn the words correctly. My work will improve writing techniques (including essays and basic writing skills), reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and literary creativity. For younger children I work with acquiring reading skills, word recognition, pattern recognition, spel ... read more

Janet B.

• Oakland, CA 94618 ( 17.3 mi )
• Expert Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2011
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Tutoring Rate: $30.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar

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English, ESL, Writing and Law Tutor

I have years of experience teaching and tutoring English as a second language, both in the U.S. and overseas. My students have included high school students, community college students, university and postgraduate students, and working professionals of all ages. I have taught speakers of Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Arabic, Farsi and Turkish. I am also an experienced tutor in law, having taught both law and paralegal students in substantive law, legal writing, test taking skills, and LSAT preparation. I also work with business students who are taking business law and business ethics classes.
I adapt my style to your individual needs. Some students prefer to use a textbook, but with others I will provide appropriate study materials. I like to get to know my students so that we can focus only exactly what you need to improve as quickly as possible.

Jessica G.

• Mountain View, CA 94041 ( 17.9 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female Age 30
• Member Since: 06/2013
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $60.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing

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English Tutor: Critical reading and writing skills

My name is Jessica Grilli and I am currently a student of the University of California at Davis. I am majoring in English and minoring in Sociology and Education, as my future goal is to become a high school English teacher. I have seven years of experience tutoring students of all ages from elementary school to college level. I am great with kids, having grown up with seven brothers and sisters, and I have a passion for education. My areas of expertise are tutoring in critical reading and writing skills, grammar, and vocabulary. I can help your student reach their educational goals in any subject from creative writing, to study skills, to SAT and ACT preparation. My experience volunteering at the Tech Museum in downtown San Jose has provided me with additional experience working with children and allowed me the opportunity to engage children and adults of all ages in the processes of ... read more

Danny M.

• Berkeley, CA 94703 ( 18.1 mi )
• Experienced Composition Tutor

• Male Age 31
• Member Since: 06/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $30.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Read More About Danny M...

Emphasis and understanding of the fundmental material is crucial, and I would focus more on simplifying how certain topics should be understood rather than over-complicating the problem.
Law student based in Berkeley, studying in Ireland. Educated in Clongowes Wood College (Ireland), achieving top grades in English, Music and Geography. Received the RIAM silver medal at 15 for piano, and the gold medal at 18 years of age. Played drums for 12+ years. Certified TEFL English language teacher and runner-up in the 2011 Beckett-Joyce award for creative writing. Tutored for ages 15-18 in the English category and can teach piano and drums to all but advanced performers.

lynn z.

• Berkeley, CA 94705 ( 18.3 mi )
• Expert Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2013
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing

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My comments on tutoring Composition : As an English teacher I focus on critical thinking, reading and writing. Students work from a rubric and the Bay Area Writing Process.

I have been a dynamic, successful elementary, middle and high school teacher as well as college instructor of Art, English, French and History for many years. I also taught in a two way language immersion school ( English and Spanish) for six years so I can teach Beginning and Intermediate levels of Spanish. While teaching, I have always taken courses in the best practices of teaching as well as courses in subject matter content. I have tutored people of all ages, learning styles and needs in a range of subject matter, including testing; I ascertain how each student learns best to develop the most fitting, effective teaching strategies for them. I am considered a Master teacher as I train other teachers about best practices and have also been recognized as "Teacher of the Year.”
I believe learning should always be engaging and meaningful. It is critical to address individual studen ... read more

Veronica W.

• Fremont, CA 94538 ( 19.5 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female Age 42
• Member Since: 05/2012
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $50.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar

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American ESL Instructor who has studied Mandarin.

I teach both one-on-one at your home and in a group setting at corporate offices when hired. I have material suggestions to help with the lessons and the student can choose. I create a customized lesson plan according to the students learning needs and preferences.
I graduated from UC Berkeley in 2008 with a B.A. in Anthropology. Before that I received a TEFL Certificate and an A.A. in Liberal Arts. My ESL Teaching Experience is as follows: -2 years teaching ESL to elementary and junior high school students in Taiwan. -1 year teaching ESL privately and as a freelance ESL Trainer in Silicon Valley,CA,USA. You can reach me at my website: sites.google.com/site/vweslservices/ My experience in dance is tremendous. I started dancing when I was 5 years old and have not stopped since. The styles of dance I have studied are Jazz, Modern, Ballet, Hip Hop, and Persian. I am most ex ... read more

Math Mentor K.

• Santa Clara, CA 95055 ( 23.6 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male Age 64
• Member Since: 05/2022
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $40.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Creative Writing

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Learning doesn't have to be a chore...

Helping learners from 9 to 99 years of age. Whether you're a high school student having trouble with a particular subject, a non-native English speaker needing help with reading/writing, or a member of the workforce looking to get into an HVAC position that requires math skills, I can help. Please visit my NextDoor page, https://nextdoor.com/pages/math-mentor-santa-clara -ca, to read feedback from clients.
Focused and methodical, but with an easy-going and non-threatening approach which adapts to an individual student's level and preferred style of learning.

Liza W.

• San Jose, CA 95111 ( 30.9 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female Age 46
• Member Since: 05/2013
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Success isn't give, it's earned. You can Succeed!

I utilize a variety of instructional techniques to help each diverse learner succeed and excel. I believe the most imperative part of teaching is to facilitate a positive rapport with my students and have clear structure for them to work with.
I have taught Social Studies and Language Arts at the middle school and high school levels in Missouri for three years. I have worked with students that are considered at-risk, ELD, and students with special needs (including Autism, remedial studies, learning disabilities, and emotional disturbance disorders). I hold current and valid teaching credentials in both California and Missouri. I am in the last eight months of my Masters Degree at National University for teaching students with special needs. I also hold a Masters in Education in Best Teaching Practices, and Bachelors of Science in Social Studies Education.

Elizabeth M.

• San Mateo, CA 94403 ( 3.6 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female Age 39
• Member Since: 04/2015
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $40.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Poetry, Literature, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Hate busywork? Me too! Why not make it MATTER?!

I began my teaching career even before graduating High School. I started volunteering my time with homework help and study skills at the local Boys and Girls Club when I was 16 followed by teaching Remedial English to a small group of ELL students at a partnering elementary school. During college, I continued my passion by joining an organization that teaches life and social skills to developmentally delayed young adults. After graduating from SFSU, I persued my TEFL certification which allowed me to live and teach in China for 6 months, while developing fun an innovative curriculum that allowed young students to start acquiring English skills from scratchet. Since then, I have continued designing hands-on curriculum for English, Literature, Science, Math, Dance, Visual Arts, Life Skills, and College Prep. I have also been a manager, coordinator, coach, and director at several after ... read more

Don F.

• San Carlos, CA 94070 ( 6.7 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male Age 53
• Member Since: 01/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $100.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Poetry, Literature, Journalism, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Experienced journalist, gifted teacher.

I excel at finding the innate skills of my students and bringing them out. I am not a taskmaster but expect students to be respectful and attentive.
I am a career journalist with many years of experience as a writer, editor, interviewer, reporter, manager and mentor. I have guided younger writers many times and been complemented on my skill in doing so. I also have a hard-science background, having studied Physics at University of California, Santa Barbara.

eric m.

• San Francisco, CA 94112 ( 9.6 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Male Age 79
• Member Since: 12/2015
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $60.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Spelling, Reading, Poetry, Grammar, Creative Writing

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Tutor Extraordinaire: Patient, effective, very experienced.

I have taught/ tutored at all levels from K through college/ graduate school. I hold a Child development program Director permit in California and a Masters in Teacher from USF School of Education. i also hold a MA in Child development from Cornell, and ac BA in Writing from City University of New York.I am currently completing my PhD in Education. I currently teach English/ Language arts/ Writing and US and World History in a local, Sf, private school. I have many local, current references available. I am a member of Phi Beta Kappa.
Patient, persistent, supportive.

Deborah S.

• San Francisco, CA 94132 ( 10.6 mi )
• Composition Tutor

• Female Age 50
• Member Since: 06/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $40.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing, Spelling, Shakespeare, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature, Creative Writing

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More About This Tutor...

EDUCATION 2011 – current MFA in Writing; University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA 1997 BFA in Media Arts, Arts Management, and Theater Arts, The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ EDITORIAL EXPERIENCE/WRITING COURSES/CERTIFICATION 2012 Switchback ? Associate editor of literary journal 2009 Santa Monica Community College Continuing & Community Educational Program • Short Fiction Workshop (7/14/09-8/18/09) 2005 – 2007 UCLA Extension Program • Essential Beginnings: An Introductory Creative Writing Workshop (4/5-5/10/05) • Novel 1: Writing the First Novel (1/19-3/23/06) • Basic Writing Skills for News Media (7/19-9/13/06) • Creative Writing: Short Story (9/27-12/13/06) • Writing Funny: A Workshop in Creating Humorous Prose (7/11-9/19/07) 2001 California Basic Educational Skills Test Certification; Los Angeles, CA PUBLICATIONS March/April 2008 ... read more

LeAnn R.

• Menlo Park, CA 94025 ( 11.1 mi )
• Expert Composition Tutor

• Female Age 55
• Member Since: 06/2012
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $45.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: English, Language Arts, Writing, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Literature

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Composition is one of my top subjects! I can guide a student from the beginning of a paper to the end--using a variety of strategies that help them put their thoughts onto paper, organize those thoughts, expand on those thoughts, and create original analysis through a series of prompting questions.

Not all students are successful and the trick is to identify the reasons behind the lack of success. The issues that students have with school are diverse; procrastination, lack of organization, failure to plan, lack of awareness, ineffective habits, learning disabilities, and differences are all possible explanations for school failure. I work with students one on one to help them pinpoint where things break down for them and then work with them to find strategies to help them manage the skills and material they are asked to learn and master. I am there to guide, not just instruct.
I have been in education for 16 years. I specialize in working with students with ADD/ADHD, specific learning disabilities as well as students who underachieve. I have a Master's Degree in Special Education and have successfully worked with students all over the Bay Area to help them realize their ... read more

Amanda C.

• San Francisco, CA 94117 ( 12.3 mi )
• Experienced Composition Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2014
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $40.00 /hr
• On-line
• Also Tutors: English, Writing, Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Reading, Grammar

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Composition is one of my top subjects!

• ESL Teacher, 06/14 – Present. Beginning and Intermediate ESL – Teach general English, conversation, pronunciation, grammar. Students are international students visiting from many countries. • Student Teacher, 01/14 – 05/14. Advanced Non-Credit ESL – Provided in-class teacher support, conducted some class activities, especially computer and health literacy incorporating a multi-modal approach. • Teacher-Trainee, 05/13 – 08/13. Vocational ESL – Taught multi-level classes on ESL for Computers and ESL for Career Readiness. Students were international, immigrant, and refugee students from basic to advanced proficiency. • Teaching Assistant, 01/13 – 05/13. ESL Advanced College Composition – Conducted writing conferences, evaluated written assignments, tutored, and provided in-class teacher support • Teaching Assistant, 08/12 – 12/12. Introduction to Linguistics – Conducted group writing ... read more