Top Phonics Tutors serving Elk Grove

Gary: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...and college level tutor for six years. I own and operate a communications consulting company, and have been an adjunct college professor in Northern California for 12 years, teaching beginning and advanced writing, critical thinking, film analysis and humanities courses. Improving writing skills requires hands-on practice. As a writing tutor, my approach is to quantify specific concept areas that require improvement and then focusing each tutoring session with practical exercises that help students hone their...
Education & Certification
California State University-Sacramento - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
San Jose State University - Master of Science, Mass Communications

Sara: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
I am married with two children. I chose to tutor because I love education and the ease of a flexible schedule. I have previously taught children and adults to read English. I am a good tutor because I am easy to understand and I go at a pace that is comfortable for you. ... I feel strongly that anyone can learn. It is an educator's job to relate the material to the student. The student's job...
Education & Certification
Stanisluas State - Bachelors, Liberal Studies

Stephanie: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...to help with basic skills like reading and math through the Algebra concepts. Tutoring is one of the things that I love to do. Watching a student have that "light bulb" moment is very fulfilling. I have had the privilege of working with students of all ages to help them improve their skills, and achieve success in their studies. In my free time, when I'm not volunteering with different organizations, I enjoy outdoor activities like...
Education & Certification
UCSC - Bachelor of Science, Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology
Rosie: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...after starting college I realized how much I loved teaching. Most recently, I've been working with students in outdoor education and in other alternative learning settings, and am considering becoming a classroom teacher. My years of education experience have helped me develop some strategies for students who struggle in school and with tests. My favorite subjects to tutor are science, history, and English. I also work in general homework help, test prep, and organization skills....
Education & Certification
University of Vermont - Bachelors, Environmental Studies

Ashley: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...at various locations and an intern for web input whilst I prepare for the credential program. I have also been involved in various extracurricular pursuits: honing my jewelry-making skills, Creative Writing, photographing the beautiful National Parks of Western America, and playing on co-ed volleyball and basketball teams. I have a strong interest in working with teens and young adults, having spent six years as an educational assistant, or what most would call a "tutor." I...
Education & Certification
CSUS - Bachelor in Arts, English

Uzma: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...a better place with the spread of education. Knowledge is shared by teaching, inspiring, motivating, listening, learning and, most of all, laughing with our students. Education will ultimately bring what the world truly needs...peace! With over 20 years teaching experience in three different countries including Pakistan, United States and Canada, I have come to believe even more so that education is the key to improving global relations as well as create a mutually respectful environment...
Education & Certification
St Cloud State University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
City University of Seattle in Canada - Masters, Educational Leadership

Michael: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...and as a contractor for a Fortune 500 company, and worked as a teacher in the California public school system. Through this variety of experiences, I've worked with many great educators and students, and found that everyone has a teaching and learning style that works best for them, and the key is finding a match. For myself, the most important attributes in my teaching ability are passion, patience, and perception. Bringing life to the material...
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelors, Chinese/Communications
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1429
SAT Verbal: 790

Joanne: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
I teach how to speak the English language properly, and I have earned two TESOL certificates through the Canadian Institute Of English.
Education & Certification
Cal State Northridge - Bachelor of Science, History

Richard: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
I am a graduate for CSU Bakersfield with a B.A. in Political Science and a minor in Middle Eastern History. I am currently in the process of returning back to school to pursue my teaching credential. I am a Sacramento native and I am looking forward to working with you. I specialize in Junior High full education, High School early math, english and all social studies.
Education & Certification
California State University-Bakersfield - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Rehanna: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...chose teaching as a profession and why I enjoy tutoring. I have taught primary grade students for five years. Through working with students, I have learned a lot about my own strengths and weaknesses. It is empowering for students to know that they educate me as much as I educate them. Each individual has his or her own unique set of understanding, personality, learning style and skills. As and educator, I strive to tailor my...
Education & Certification
San Jose State University - Bachelors, Child Development

Zenaida: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...the CSU online program CalSTate Teach to obtain my Multiple Subject teaching credential. I am a lifelong learner who periodically takes college level courses to stay current. I enjoy tutoring students in Math, Spanish, and English language arts. I have worked with elementary age students for the past year and employ educational technology to help them learn. I also enjoy teaching dramatic art in my spare time as I enjoy the world of theater.
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish

Akiva: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...of Arts in Philosophy, with an A in the Honors Program. My program in philosophy was an advanced interdisciplinary program, requiring me to specialize in logic and the methodology of science; as such, I intensively studied: - the foundations of mathematics, including set theory, recursion theory, model theory, and theory of proofs, - philosophical logic, including modal logic, - philosophy of mathematics, - logic in computer science and artificial intelligence, - theory of computational complexity, -...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Philosophy, History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
Western New Mexico University - Master of Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
GRE Quantitative: 170
GRE Verbal: 168

Elianna: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
I am currently a sophomore at Concordia University Irvine, pursuing bachelor of arts degrees in English and psychology. I am passionate about helping students learn and I love the subjects that I tutor in, especially reading. My favorite thing is to introduce a book to a student and see a whole world become real to them.
Education & Certification
Concordia University-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Writing: 760

Diane: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...am a graduate of Willamette University, with a French major and emphasis on Secondary Education. I home-schooled my children (now in college and beyond), and have been working as a tutor (SES and privately) for 8 years. I tutor most elementary subjects, but especially enjoy teaching math (through Algebra 2 and Geometry) as well as English/ Language arts (K-12), Spanish, and French. I enjoy helping others learn to ENJOY learning, as well as helping them...
Education & Certification
Willamette University - Bachelor in Arts, French

Joy: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...The degrees I have obtained are as follows: Bachelor of Science in Community Studies, Associate of Science in Business, Associate of Science in Retail Management and Merchandising, 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...
Education & Certification
Humphreys College-Stockton and Modesto Campuses - Bachelor of Science, Community Psychology

Yuliya : Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...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 world and have managed to see three oceans!...
Education & Certification
Northern Kazakhstan University - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Teacher Education

Theresa: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
I am interested in helping others reach their fullest potential. I am a Varsity Tutor and a Behavior Analyst. I am an experienced teacher and liaison for families, staff, and administrators. I was a founding teacher for the summer TK program and School Age Kindergarten program for a corporate child care center and school. I have also served as a mentor to novice teachers and employees.
Education & Certification
San Jose State University - Bachelor in Arts, Child Development
Pepperdine University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Katherine: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...in Professional Behavior Analysis. I have been working with children with developmental disabilities at an ABA agency in the Washington, DC area for the past few years. My job includes creating measurable milestones to help learners achieve their goals, and determining what teaching methods will be most effective for each individual client. I believe that active student responding, personalized programs, and a focus on measurable goals are all important components of a successful learning experience....
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Human Development and Psychological Services
Florida Institute of Technology - Current Grad Student, Professional Behavior Analysis
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Kaley: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...make learning fun and rewarding. I especially love teaching reading and writing and I have taught or tutored these subjects to students ranging from kindergarten through adults. I also have experience tutoring test prep subjects and focus both on the content material and test taking skills. My passion is psychology and I have been able to use my graduate training in human development to tailor my instruction to students' individual learning needs.
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, Education and Public Policy
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Human Development and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 790

Julie: Elk Grove Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Elk Grove, CA
...also love to laugh and have fun while getting work done! I graduated from Fordham University in New York City with a major in sociology and a double minor in visual arts and philosophy. During my undergraduate career I worked with students as young as preschool and as old as high school seniors on their reading and writing skills. I truly believe that reading and writing is the key to understanding and interacting with the...
Education & Certification
Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Urban Education
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 700
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