Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Davis, CA

...a purpose. If you have a purpose, a goal or dream, there should be nothing to stop you. Languages help you communicate with others in order to achieve your goal and help them get closer to theirs. Therefore, I am committed to making every second of our tutoring session to be valuable. You might be wondering what dreams of mine have already come true. Well, I was born in the largest landlocked country in the...

...learning gave me the supplemental appreciation for the various building blocks of language. (This was also helped by my adventures in learning Latin, Greek, and Hebrew. Nothing helps more than learning another language!) Hence, I was able to learn the nitty-gritty material, which was reflected in my own writing, as well as how to teach it. Finally, in my time teaching K-12 students, I have learned how to mediate those high concepts into their fundamental...

...constitutes not just good but great writing. Editing, proofreading, and revision are second nature to me as are the intricacies of English syntax and grammar. Helping others achieve confidence in their work, no matter the topic, is the goal of my tutoring. Everyone learns differently and distinctly. If there were a one-size-fits-all to learning, everyone would use it! So, it is essential I understand my students: what do they enjoy about learning; what challenges them;...

...Associate of Arts in Social Sciences, and Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences. In addition, I have three certifications which are ESL Teacher, TESOL, and TEFL. My experience with tutoring is a total of eighteen years that includes working with students in person and online. The subjects I tutor are English, Spanish, History, Study Skills, Science, Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Mathematics, and many other academic subjects. I enjoy tutoring English and Spanish the...

...I am enamoured at the beauty that can be found in Japan's nature. When it comes to studying Japanese, I think student's should remember that even though the Japanese writing system has been romanized, the Chinese characters that are used are widely based off of depictions of picture symbols. For example, one cannot think about the flower viewing season in Japan without thinking about the kanji hanabi, which literally is a symbol of a flower...

...As such, I do not aim to teach "tricks" for getting the right answer. Rather, I aim to wholly ingrain the skills, strategies, and overall thinking needed to fully understand how and why we can come to certain answers. My goal is not to help students 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...

...of education; I am happy to help students prepare for these exams. I enjoy students of all ages and am excited to tutor a wide range of subjects, although my first loves are math and English (especially grammar). I truly believe my sincere energy and enthusiasm can help make students excited about learning. I welcome questions and value honesty while tutoring. My personal interests include international education, traveling, hiking, camping, and Notre Dame football.

...are either not used in classrooms or are not suitable for groups, finding the right tool for the student will be central to my approach. My background is interdisciplinary and broad. I am a practicing attorney in Washington, DC with prior careers in technology consulting and intelligence analysis. I have bachelor and master degrees from Carnegie Mellon University, a law degree from Washington & Lee University, and am licensed by the bars of Virginia and...

...for an exam, or decoding complex literature, I'll help you build clarity, confidence, and skill. What to Expect in a Session: Clear, targeted instruction using evidence-based practices. Immediate feedback that improves comprehension and retention. Smart strategies to handle homework, projects, and assessments. Real-world practice and strategies you can implement immediately. High engagement (yesdad jokes are part of the package). A relaxed, encouraging environment that fosters growth and curiosity. My students consistently tell me sessions fly...

...in simply telling a student that they are wrong, or that they are incorrect. By working with each student through the thought processes and steps that led them to an incorrect answer, they attain a better understanding of why an answer is wrong and how to arrive at the correct one. I specialize in essay writing, elementary-high school math skills, college admissions essays, and test preparation. I am confident that by tailoring personalized learning sessions...