Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Escondido, CA

...communities such as the Spanish immersion program in South County and the Kumeyaay native people of East County. I tutored children K-8 in all subjects, especially English, Grammar, Reading, Writing, problem solving, storytelling, Math, organization, and study skills, while pertaining to the open curriculum of "La Clase Magica". I have also tutored elementary-aged children through the YMCA Mentorship program focusing on daily homework tasks and study skills. Since graduation, I have spent the last year...

After completing a two year service as a Peace Corps Volunteer in West Africa, I earned my teaching credentials in both English and Special Education and taught in Philadelphia for four years. I recently relocated to sunny San Diego with my Master's degree in Education in hand and tutoring experience under my belt. English and Math are my strong suits, and I'm excited to put my tutoring skills to use through Varsity Tutors.

...have a good deal of knowledge regarding standardized testing strategies as well. My main goal for teaching and tutoring is preparing students for college. I learned very early in my college days about the importance of studying and critical thinking, since the classes were much more difficult than high school. I firmly believe that forming great study habits and developing the skills for studying with others are crucial for success, especially in preparing for college....

...had a passion for academia and helping others; this is why I have selected the opportunity to work with Varsity Tutors. From the time I was in elementary school I have participated in tutoring, test prep, academic counseling, and other activities. My strongest areas include: Writing, all levels of English Language and Literature, History, and all elementary and junior high level education. I am definitely an outgoing person who loves the opportunity to meet new...

...I specifically taught Reading, Written Expression, and Math intervention. My teaching/tutoring philosophy is that all children have the ability to learn and succeed and it is my job to figure out what learning style works best to help them achieve success. In my spare time I run with West Coast Road Runners, enjoy going to the beach with my own children, and watching sports. I am a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan! I hope to learn...

...Middle School Writing, Public Speaking, Social Studies, World History, World Religions and Writing. I have experience working with students of all ages (K-12) and first became a tutor in 5th Grade, when I was selected to be a math mentor for younger students in my elementary school. I believe the secret to any good tutoring experience starts with getting to know the student and what they're passionate about before delving into any work. I am...

What makes me a great tutor is my passion to help others connect to what they are learning in a deeper way than just what is on the printed page. I am passionate about helping students and people strive to achieve their goals with my eternally optimistic attitude and patient nature.

I have more than five years of tutoring and teaching experience, from elementary school to high school to adult learners, having taught English, English as a Second Language, Geography, Social Studies, General Educational Development classes and SAT prep. I have experience working with students for whom English is not their first language or who have non-traditional educational backgrounds, as well as advanced students and students in the creative field.

...I also spent afternoons after school to tutor my students in reading and math. I was more than happy to devote extra time to my students because I feel, as a teacher, it is my passion to reach all of my students by meeting their unique needs. I believe in using various techniques to tailor instruction to the needs of my students in order to encourage and motivate them to reach their goals. I tutor...

...Business English for adults. During this time, I began tutoring college level students in Speaking, Listening, Reading or Writing with a specific topic focus. I also have experience teaching the Language Arts, Grammar, Essay Writing, Public Speaking and Debates, Literature, Phonics and Arithmetic here in San Diego. I find that I am most passionate about teaching English and the Arts because I can have so much fun with it! I am a firm believer in...

I enjoy working in education, helping people achieve their goals, and showing that school mastery is achievable. My goal is to help you become a better learner and more competent individual in your subject. ... I work with students in order for them to gain confidence with study skills and the actual subjects. I believe that patience through learning is a key concept to learning beyond just knowledge content.

...overcome their differences and truly bond as a team. There is always something new to learn while working with youth and I am always willing to change or adapt to make things more successful. I hope to create this same attitude in those I tutor. I hope that they leave our session always wanting to learn more after I have helped them work through their academic struggles using my vast knowledge of teaching best practices....

I've been teaching in elementary school for four years. I've taught second and third grade. I love teaching students and seeing how much they can grow academically. I love teaching students math and reading. I like to use a lot of manipulatives while teaching math so that the students can see the "why" in math problems.

...exams. As evidenced by my educational background and future goals, I have a passion for expanding my knowledge in psychology, as well as helping other students succeed. When I tutor, I try to make the subject as interesting and engaging as possible, relating as many topics to real-world or personal examples as I can. I like to break down hard-to-understand concepts to their basic elements to make it easier to grasp. I understand that every...

...my page! My name is Luis and I am very excited to start this new adventure with you. I have about 8 plus years of experience working with elementary through high school aged students. I currently work with special ed as an RSP- Para Professional. I love helping others and I enjoy seeing the growth in people. I am very confident in my abilities and love helping others learn about the subjects that I am...

...that every student learns differently and it's imperative to create ways for students to see incremental success so that their confidence grows along with their mastery of the content. Although I am excited to tutor in a wide range of subjects, I myself love to read and write. I have a great time helping students discover a love of literature and critical thinking, whether that be through an elementary curriculum or critical reading section of...

...for the past seven years and am happy to be here again in my hometown of San Diego! My previous jobs included teaching English and organizing film-related activities at an American community college in Vietnam; assisting local English and History/Science teachers in Spain; and a time on the prestigious Japan Exchange and Teaching Program. I have also served as a Japanese-English, English-Japanese translator for various projects as I have studied the language for over four...

...Arts with Latin and Departmental Honors in Literature and Writing, with focuses in education, French Literature, Literatures of the World in English, and fiction writing. I have four years of tutoring and teaching experience at UC San Diego's Office of Academic Support and Instructional Services (OASIS), both in teaching undergraduate writing workshops and working with both undergraduates and high school students in one-on-one tutoring. I have also worked extensively with ESL students and students from...

...I feel accomplished, and I have a healthier sense of self-worth. What I want more than anything is to impart that sense of fulfillment to others. Whether I am teaching in a classroom, tutoring difficult concepts, showing my daughter how to tie her shoes, or just interacting with those in my daily life, I live for those "ah-ha!" moments when a hurtle is overcome and a new idea takes shape. Come join me! We can...

...all ages as well as test prep and college essays. I am extremely passionate about education. I am a firm believer that every individual has the right to equal education. The power of language and the written word is vital for human survival and success. I hope that I can be there to help you become more confident in the subject of English and therefore become more confident in school and the future. While I...