Top Reading Tutors serving Santa Barbara
Haley: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
I am a recent graduate of the University of California, Berkeley. I majored in history and completed a high honors awarded thesis. I am passionate about academia and education. In university I taught my own accredited course and worked as a research apprentice. I also work as an essay specialist helping high school students with their college admissions and scholarship essays. I am excited to bring my teaching and educational experience to you.
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, History
Antoinette: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...knew I wanted to be in the field of education. While earning my BA in English Education and Single Subject Credential in English, I took every opportunity I had to tutor students in need. I have been tutoring children and adults for more than 10 years now, and I have been working as a private language instructor and cultural trainer for almost 4 years. I have experience teaching first grade and high school, so I...
Education & Certification
California State University-Long Beach - Bachelor of Education, English
Danny: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
I am a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the University of California-Riverside. I am great at subjects revolving around science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. I am also skilled at technical writing and college level English. I am a great listener. My hobbies are: Making/Playing video games, cooking, and socializing.
Education & Certification
University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Math: 31
ACT Science: 33
Jeremy: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...has a BA in History and a Single Subject Social Science Credential. I taught for two years in a private school, and have about 6 years experience working at both the high school and middle school levels. My focus as a teacher is to create a well-rounded student who can think critically, handle problems, and can participate in a modern society in a lasting a meaningful way. My classroom has always been one that has been...
Education & Certification
CSU Chico - Bachelor in Arts, History
Asusena: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
There are different ways to teach a student, you just need to be patient and learn how the student learns best.... Every child can be successful. We just need to encourage and never give up on them.... In my first session, I like to break the ice so the student feels comfortable with who is tutoring them.
Education & Certification
Oxnard College - Current Undergrad, CSU: Transfer - Nursing Administrator
Ashley: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...subjects and love sharing my passion for learning and engaging with our wondrous world with others. I believe deeply in the power of compassion and human connection and think that a kind and open-hearted presence is one of the greatest gifts we can give to those around us. My goal is to make learning a truly enjoyable experience and to offer instruction that is warm, empowering, and tailored to meet each student's unique gifts and...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Bryan: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...foremost about establishing relationships. I genuinely and deeply care about the students with whom I work, which creates a reciprocal relationship that I think is the foundation for establishing an education for students. The students I work with know I want the best for them, that everything I do for them is a gift for them because I care about them and want them to succeed. I got my education at the University of California,...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelors, Psychology and History
University of California-San Diego - Masters in Education, Education
Rebecca: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...undergrad (triple major) and Philosophy in grad school. My objective in grad school was to study the intersection between Philosophy and other fields, including architecture, art, history, literature, environmentalism, etc. I have many varied interests, and philosop[hy informs each of them in interesting and important ways. It has also informed my teaching style, as I tend away from rote memorization and toward real-life integration. Most of my teaching experience is in ESL, but I have...
Education & Certification
Greenville College - Bachelors, Philosophy, English, & History
Stony Brook University - Masters, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 34
Sarah: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...the University of Virginia, where I plan to study Business, and I graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in 2015. I have extensive volunteer tutoring experience, having worked with kindergarten and second grade students as a reading tutor and middle school students as a math tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because of my own life long love of learning, and because I believe that all children are capable of accomplishing...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Undeclared
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Courtney: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...Augsburg College with a bachelors degree in Sociology and a minor concentration in Spanish. Now I am happily employed at Carleton College in Northfield as an evening supervisor in the library I love it! My plan is to eventually go on to get my Ph.D. in Sociology. Helping others learn brings me great joy, and Ive had the privilege of teaching people from a variety of ages and backgrounds. I was a supplemental instructor for...
Education & Certification
Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 33
Jeana: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...who strongly believes that anyone can learn anything with the right attitude and an open mind. My main background is in test prep and college readiness, with a focus on test-taking strategies that build self-esteem and improve performance. I began tutoring for a private company while I was a student at Columbia University in New York. While there, I had the opportunity to teach students of all backgrounds and levels of ability. My unique approach...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Visual Arts
SAT Writing: 750
Josh: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...had to learn how to infer tone and meaning using limited information. These skills are valuable and likely what you will retain throughout your life. This is why I care about helping people think about problems not just solve them. I care about showing them the paths to solving problems or writing essays so that they can walk them themselves rather than rummaging around in their memories for disconnected facts and formulas. I do not...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Music, Concentration in Composition
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Masters, Music Composition
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Molly: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...to merely get a good grade on the next quiz, but to help build a foundation that allows him or her to find success on their own in future units of study. In each lesson, I use a variety of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing, manipulative activities, etc. - to ensure (1) a deep understanding of academic content and (2) an engaging, fun, authentic interaction with each subject area. Likewise, as a Teacher and...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
Akhil: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...student, working towards a Bachelor's degree in both English and Political Science. I've spent much of my life tutoring, and have experience working with students from pre-K all the way up to, and including, college. I am especially proficient at helping with reading comprehension, literary analysis, close reading, and writing essays. I am also an ACT tutor, and focus on an approach that builds confidence towards the exam, not just repetition. I can also teach...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Current Undergrad, English and Political Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Marvin: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...through Teach For America, and I've passed all of my elementary certification exams, while working on finishing my teacher license this academic year from calumet college, St. Joseph. My undergraduate degree is in Economics from the University of Chicago, and I did a lot of statistics, too! I like having kids how to read, write, and do math. Because I loved doing those in school, and I'll be teaching that this up coming school year....
Education & Certification
The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 710
Naama: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...and a freelance composer and musician by nature. I am an artist and a teacher-- these are my two passions! I'm also a translator, linguistics nerd, avid reader, and fabulous teacher. I went to NYU and studied Linguistics, and am continuing my studies for an Applied Linguistics Masters here in California. I have been teaching and tutoring for many years, since I started college. I've done private SAT Prep tutoring both here and in New...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730
Alyssa: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...Harvard Graduate School of Education, and more than 6 years teaching experience. I have taught English, Literacy, Humanities and Social Studies/History at the Middle School/Secondary Level. Some of my strengths are getting to know my students, identifying their strengths and weaknesses, and leveraging their interests in order to motivate them and build confidence. I hold very high expectations, but I always take the time to figure out what kinds of strategies and supports students need...
Education & Certification
Trinity College, Hartford CT - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Spanish
Harvard Graduate School of Eduction - Unknown, Urban Education, Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710
John: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
ACT Composite: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Verbal: 750
Hallie: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...a Bachelor of Science. There, I studied theater and took classes in literature, history, religion, neuroscience, and more. I assistant taught in college and often helped my friends with essay writing and studying. Since graduating, I’ve tutored my younger sister for many of her high school classes. I now tutor a wide range of subjects, including literature, history, writing, Spanish, and Algebra. I am particularly passionate about preparations for standardized testing, including the SATs and...
Education & Certification
Skidmore College - Bachelors, theater
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 750
Daniel: Santa Barbara Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...within. As such, my goal as I tutor a fellow learner is to empower and facilitate, not force feed. I have loved learning in a variety of subjects throughout my academic career, and I strive to instill a similar love in those with whom I interact. I enjoy both the puzzle aspects of STEM subjects and the ability the literary arts have to make me believe I am watching events unfold in another time and...
Education & Certification
Utah Valley University - Bachelors, Aviation Administration
Arizona State University - Masters, Business Administration - Supply Chain Management
GMAT: 720
Private Reading Tutoring in Santa Barbara, CA
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You could help your child improve their reading abilities and get top scores in their classes and on the CAASPP by finding the best tutor for them. To locate excellent reading tutors in Santa Barbara, CA, call the educational directors at Varsity Tutors.
We can connect you with a reading tutor in Santa Barbara who is not only an expert in the subject, but also a skilled teacher who can cater specifically to your child's needs. Reading is a challenging skill that requires both an understanding of the subject and the ability to apply the knowledge. The tutor can assess your child's reading level and facilitate their learning according a personalized study plan. If your child needs to try to improve their reading ability, the tutor can teach them essential reading skills, including connecting letters and sounds, decoding text, recognizing words, reading fluently, and understanding text. Together, they can study these skills and then practice them through various interactive methods so that your child stays engaged throughout the learning process. The tutor can make reading an exciting experience. When your child covers a difficult reading lesson, the tutor can simplify the ideas and explain them in a way that makes it easy to understand.
Our educational directors will find an reading tutor for you in Santa Barbara, CA, by getting to know your child and their goals and needs. As an example, if your child particularly needs to get better at analyzing the structure of texts, the tutor can go over the way in which specific sentences relate to each other to form paragraphs, as well as how to identify main ideas from supporting ideas. If your child is excellent at reading comprehension and wants to enhance their pronunciation instead, the tutor could help them with their listening, phonics, phonemic awareness, and reading readiness. They can engage in pre-reading activities and also practice reading out loud.
Moreover, the tutor is ready to establish an effective learning environment and will be available according to your child's schedule. The tutor can meet your child at the prime study site based on their learning style and at the most convenient time and day of the week. Face-to-face online tutoring via a live learning platform is also an option, which would allow your child to study on their computer from the comfort of home. Get in touch with Varsity Tutors for help finding a professional reading tutor in Santa Barbara today.
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