Award-Winning English Tutors in Pleasanton, CA

I am a current graduate level student with a background in technical, science, and humanities coursework. I have years of experience putting this coursework into action through both teaching and technical positions. I enjoy tailoring my teaching methods to each individual student, and I look forward to meeting and working with you!

Currently working on my thesis for my Master's degree in San Francisco. A honor roll student in middle and high school, as well as dean's list student as an undergraduate. I am passionate in helping students improve writing, studying, and organizational skills in order to enter and graduate college.

...mentor who was incredibly kind, funny, patient, and understanding. Although I have tutored in the past, this experience was my first in which I truly engaged with people, and I found that I learned from my students while also teaching them. It was one of the most rewarding things I have ever done and I would love to continue doing it in the future! Outside of tutoring, I dance Bharatnatyam, sing in a choir, play...

I'm currently a student at UC Berkeley studying computer science and statistics. I'm experienced in math, computer science, and standardized testing.

...going to Medical School and working to reduce health disparities in low-income communities around the world, with a focus on maternal health. I am passionate about helping students because I am a student myself. I understand how difficult and irritating it can be to not understand something and not know who to ask for help, especially at a big school. I recently took the MCAT and struggled a lot with studying strategies and learning the...

...Malaysia as a cikgu, first with Fulbright, the Department of State's flagship international exchange program, and later with an educational therapy company that specializes in one-on-one instruction and holistic learning. During my time with these two organizations, I developed a personal vision of education that truly centers the student. As an instructor with years of experience working with diverse international populations, I believe that our differences, whether they be cultural, cognitive, behavioral, linguistic, or simply...

...I'm your best choice :) Education is a gift that mostly goes unrecognized. People are praised for their talent and intelligence, but rarely is the opportunity to learn mentioned when people reach success. I'm thankful for the opportunities my education has brought me, and that's why I love to tutor! I hope to clarify the topics that are fuzzy and to create plans that will bring students a step farther in their study habits. ~Ellie

...and educator. I have earned five degrees in science, nursing, law, business, and taxation. I have owned and operated a private legal practice and nurse testing company, and I am TEFL certified. I have taught and mentored nurses and law students in classroom and clinical settings, and I have assisted professors while working in a university library on various research projects. I like to teach and work with students empowering them to develop their talents...

...students who are struggling with their academics. With Kinesiology as my major, I have taken a lot of classes that are challenging and difficult. Over the years, I have been accustomed to those kind of classes. However, I did not get this far by myself. I also had a help of a tutor to succeed and to rise over my hardships. I want to take this opportunity to help students and, hopefully, to decrease the...

I'm a retired English professor, who loves helping students achieve their goals. Above all else, I'm here to help. I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, which I adore, and I play guitar, sing and write songs. I've been in various bands since I was 14. I'm married to Jasmine, who works at Stanford University. We enjoy exploring the San Francisco area, traveling and also relaxing at home.

I have served as a tutor during middle school and high school for subjects ranging from math to history to English. I think that I'm a great tutor because I am knowledgeable in the subjects that I have listed above. I am also very patient when teaching others because I understand how difficult some concepts can be to grasp having struggled with them myself earlier in life. ... My teaching philosophy can best be described as...

...history of Europe over the course of the last hundred years and the impacts that major historical events, such as the rise and fall of fascism, had on the development of the world as we know it. I believe that this strong passion can be put into good use to educate and help others understand the importance of history and where it can lead us. I am particularly interested in educating and researching events surrounding...

I am a friendly, fun loving and patient tutor. I have lots of experience working with students of all ages. And I think work is a lot easier when it is fun!

I am a recent graduate from Yale University, where I studied Psychology and Neuroscience. I currently work in content marketing at Halo Neuroscience. I am passionate about writing, music, fitness, and nutrition.

...about me: In May 2015, I graduated summa cum laude from the Dominican University of California, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies/Teacher Preparation, a minor in mathematics and Honors. While at Dominican, I had ample classroom and one-on-one experience with students. I worked as an assistant teacher in six different elementary school classrooms (ranging from kindergarten to fifth grade) throughout Marin County. In addition, I worked as one of the...

I am a current full-time 7th grade English Language Arts teacher employed by the SF diocese. I have experience working with high school students. Available for occasional tutoring in Reading, Writing, or Grammar, grades 6-12 and college this summer, with the possibility of continuing into the fall! Also available for tutoring in drawing/sketching.

...TA for courses in Statistics and Psychology. Currently, I am attending Palo Alto University to obtain a PhD in Clinical Psychology. During my time off from classes, I will be available to tutor several subjects both in-person in the Bay Area as well as online. I will gladly tutor students of any age. While I am proficient in all subjects listed on my profile, I am best at tutoring in Statistics and Psychology.

I am currently pursuing a master's degree in Developmental Psychology at San Francisco State University. I graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. I have been tutoring for 3 years including reading comprehension, writing, essay structure, grammar, algebra, geometry, statistics, study skills and testing strategies. Aim to tailor my tutoring methods to the needs of each student. Most importantly, I try to create a supportive learning environment where students focus how...