Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Pleasanton, CA

...I have spent time working in a charter school, as a private English tutor in Madrid, and with both private and non-profit academic support and enrichment programs. Over the years I've taught just about every subject. I love helping students develop a positive, can-do attitude in relation to subjects that used to make them feel anxious and confused. (In my experience this is often math or standardized tests, but I also love to tutor writing...

...our differences, whether they be cultural, cognitive, behavioral, linguistic, or simply in terms of our interests, deserve to be honored throughout all of our educational journeys. Our backgrounds, as much as our prospective futures, shape who we are and what we need. I believe in teaching practices that not only evolve depending on student needs, but also truly, deeply respect the whole student, including who they are, where they come from, and what they need...

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

...of tutoring, I dance Bharatnatyam, sing in a choir, play violin, and read books. My interests vary with the seasons, but the two loves of my life are Biology and English. Science has always been my passion, and as such I work in two biology labs at UC Berkeley and volunteer for UCSF and the Hospice at Sutter Care at Home. While it is unquestionably what I want to spend my life doing, I do...

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!

...and culture. While I work as a freelance Japanese translator and have worked as a governmental liason between Japan and the US in the past, I still try to improve my Japanese on a daily basis today. I am planning on visiting Japan in the spring sometime in the future. I have a love for the flower viewing season in Japan. I am enamoured at the beauty that can be found in Japan's nature. When...

...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 most because it helps in so many ways with grammar, public speaking, and using it properly in conversations. My teaching philosophy is that I gear towards all...

...buff and Italian language enthusiast! I am a European History graduate from University of California, Santa Cruz. I am incredibly passionate about the 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...

...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 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

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.

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.

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.

Hi! My name is Andrew; I'm currently studying Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. In my free time, I'm an avid debater, frisbee player, and nap-taker. Recently, I've been researching metabolic engineering in yeast- ask me about it if you want to be bored. I love to learn, and can't wait to help everyone here learn with me!

I love tutoring and am glad to get the chance to play a role in the education of so many different students! Realizing the diverse range of learning styles, I approach sessions with careful patience and perceptiveness, accommodating each individual students' needs and ensuring that I've found a way of explaining things that works for them. I'm certified as a tutor through Cuesta College and worked there as a one one one tutor for their...