Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Napa, CA

...with a Bachelor of Science degree in Pure Chemistry. I've tutored on a regular basis since the start of my junior year in college, in topics ranging from language arts to mathematics for elementary to college students. I believe that the most productive progress can be made with the one-on-one interaction tutors can have with...

...over 8 years. I graduated from UC Berkeley's department of English, where I majored in English and American Literature and minored in Creative Writing. Currently, I work as a Teaching Assistant and graduate instructor for college-level rhetoric and composition classes, as well as university-level senior thesis and literature seminars. I also work with everyone from...

...to achieve reading and writing goals. I am a great tutor because I have over a decade of experience teaching children. I work with students to break down information into easy to manage pieces and make sure they are understanding each step as they go along. If students still seem to be struggling, I return...

...B.A. in Environmental Studies and Studio Art. I've been working with young people for over seven years in lots of different settings, but 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...

...study skills and ACT preparation courses at College Track Oakland. Independently, I have tutored English skills and French for elementary and high school students. I am proud to say that I had strong success in teaching French to a high school student with learning differences, using a completely oral and visual approach. In addition to...

...in Biology. While I have previous experience tutoring a wide-range of subjects, being a scientist, I am particulary passionate and excited about tutoring in science and math. I also have an extensive background in standardized tests, so I would love to pass on my tips and tricks for those preparing for the SAT and ACT....

...Berkeley. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Literature. My focus was English and Russian Language and Literature. While at Berkeley I began tutoring ESL students in English grammar and essay writing. Since graduation I completed my TEFL certification and worked as an English teacher in Hong Kong. In Hong Kong I became familiar...

...of Malaysia. For the past four and a half years, I have lived in 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...

...everyone, and that we are all able. With the right guidance, each and every student can develop the necessary skills to grow into a more effective, more confident human being. It is my objective to provide a learning environment where the student can feel safe making mistakes. Mistakes are, in fact, often the most direct...

...and don't complain along the way! I strongly believe that everything should be done for 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...

...a passion for education. I love working with students of all ages to find their learning style and to meet their personal goals. I 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...

I am committed to providing my students with the best learning experience achievable. I strive to cater to their needs and challenge them to achieve their academic goals. ... I believe that every student can reach their personal potential. In order to do so, both student and educator must communicate with each other to use the student's strengths to overcome any challenges the student may face.

...with my bachelor's degree in French and Francophone Studies, for which I wrote my thesis on the international art exchanges between Paris, New York and Dakar, Senegal. I also received a Certificate in African Studies from the Universit de Paris 1 - Panthon-Sorbonne and focused my research on the social exclusion of African immigrants in...

...Writing. Among these, reading and decoding holds a special place in my heart. I am drawn to this subject because I completed my doctorate degree in Reading. Central to my teaching philosophy is the belief that every student possesses unique strengths, abilities, and learning styles. As such, my approach to tutoring is personalized and student-centered,...

...medieval history that I want to share with my students. After graduating with BA in History from Harvard, I traveled to Ireland where I earned my MPhil in Medieval History at Trinity College Dublin. I recently completed my formal studies at the University of California, Riverside, where I earned my PhD in Ancient Mediterranean History....

...since high school. I have experience both as a classroom teacher and a tutor and in these roles I look for ways to 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...

I enjoy working with students to develop personalized lesson plans, based on their learning style, for acquiring new skills and knowledge. Having taught in a wide variety of contexts, from elementary school children in Peru to adult learners at Universities, I understand the importance of being adaptable and always present and alert to students' needs.

...teaching and school administration experience, I am passionate about helping students reach their full potential. With a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction, a Master's in School Administration, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, I bring a deep understanding of effective teaching strategies tailored to diverse learning needs. I specialize...

...understand. I love learning new things myself, but nothing compares to the sense of accomplishment and purpose that comes with helping others do the same. I take great pride in developing individualized tutoring programs for my students based on their specific needs and goals. I previously taught high school for several years and also have...

...Administration), Cairn University (MS, Organizational Leadership), and Bates College (BA, Psychology). I have tutored and mentored students from pre-school through graduate school in a variety of subjects. I am enthusiastic about reading comprehension, a broad range of writing styles, dissertation writing, organization and study skills, leadership and business subjects, social sciences, and research, and other...