Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Encinitas, CA

I'm Ellen and I have earned a B.S. in Biology. I have experience tutoring in many subjects and with various age groups ranging from elementary student to college graduates studying for the GRE. I am enthusiastic and take an individualized approach to each of my students.

...American community college in Vietnam; assisting local English and History/Science teachers in Spain; and a time on the prestigious Japan Exchange and Teaching Program. I have also served as a Japanese-English, English-Japanese translator for various projects as I have studied the language for over four years at San Diego State, as well as lived five years in Japan. I have kept my skills mostly by keeping in touch with my friends abroad as well as...

...Asian Studies. I've since earned a teaching credential and Master's in Education from National University, and worked as a high school English and Spanish teacher for most of 2001-2013. Outside of “work,” I like to travel and to learn foreign languages. I've traveled a fair bit in Asia and Europe, and hope see South America soon. I live near San Diego State University now, and have lived in Oregon, Pennsylvania, and various places around the...

...new adventure with you. I have about 8 plus years of experience working with elementary through high school aged students. I currently work with special ed as an RSP- Para Professional. I love helping others and I enjoy seeing the growth in people. I am very confident in my abilities and love helping others learn about the subjects that I am involved with the most. Please feel free to reach out and lets see what...

...Organic Chemistry. During college, apart from studying Chemistry, I taught English as a second language to students ranging from 13 to 40 years old. Moreover, I tutored teenagers who were learning Spanish as their second language. My favorite subject to teach is Biochemistry; I am fascinated by the way proteins are able to perform such amazing tasks in our bodies to keep us alive, healthy and strong. Furthermore, the biological processes taken place every day...

...perform the same inspirational function in the lives of my students. I have been a Spanish Teacher for over seven years. I have taught Spanish 1 through Spanish 4 Honors. I am extremely organized, and I am able to tutor a group of students or tutor on a one by one basis. I have many resources to help the students excel in their study of the language. I am very knowledgeable in the Spanish culture,...

...tutoring and teaching experience at UC San Diego's Office of Academic Support and Instructional Services (OASIS), both in teaching undergraduate writing workshops and working with both undergraduates and high school students in one-on-one tutoring. I have also worked extensively with ESL students and students from inner-city high schools. I tutor a broad range of subjects, including argumentative and research writing, composition, reading comprehension, beginning French, stylistics and grammar, and literature. I especially love tutoring in...

I am a full time elementary teacher looking to tutor part time. I am experienced in working with a variety of students at all ability levels. I would ensure that I am prepared to tutor my student in any subject by doing any necessary research or reviews. My goal is to help students achieve independence and mastery of the topic.

...was when I first had a taste of the valuable and rewarding experience of teaching. After graduation, I decided to teach English abroad in Hanoi, Vietnam. I lived there for a year teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) to a wide range of classes from Fundamentals for pre-kindergarteners to Business English for adults. During this time, I began tutoring college level students in Speaking, Listening, Reading or Writing with a specific topic focus. I...

...for study abroad programs. I also led English clubs in the city library where I helped university students and adults improve their conversational skills and their knowledge of the English speaking world. It was an immensely rewarding and formative experience, from which I gained the ability to tailor my teaching methods to meet the needs of every individual I worked with and to overcome language and cultural barriers through patience, understanding, and a good sense...

...gain a double degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder in Finance and Communication, and earn my Masters from National University for Teaching. My experiences range from tutoring kids in their homes and at school, to teaching in an orphanage in Cambodia. Through all of my experiences, I have learned the three keys to success are to understand how the students learns (kinesthetic, visual, auditory), make the information relevant to their lives allowing for...

...of witnessing those "a-ha!" moments in my students. Helping a student understand a concept or simply soliciting a smile out of him or her is sometimes all the encouragement a teacher needs. I pride myself on having a positive attitude and confront most situations with a smile. I firmly believe that when you change your mindset you can change the world. I can easily adapt to varying situations and have done so many times in...

I've been teaching in elementary school for four years. I've taught second and third grade. I love teaching students and seeing how much they can grow academically. I love teaching students math and reading. I like to use a lot of manipulatives while teaching math so that the students can see the "why" in math problems.

...public health researcher of cardiovascular epidemiology. These experiences have enabled me to gain a broad understanding of biology and biology careers. I love learning. While working at the University of California at San Diego, I took 14 classes in literature, poetry, and film. I studied James Joyce novels, Robert Frost poetry, Film Noir, and French novels to name a few. I am fluent in French and am a skilled writer. Last summer I attended a...

What makes me a great tutor is my passion to help others connect to what they are learning in a deeper way than just what is on the printed page. I am passionate about helping students and people strive to achieve their goals with my eternally optimistic attitude and patient nature.

...Substitute. I have experience with full size classrooms and small groups for Reading and Math support. I also have experience working with English Language Learners, developing their reading skills and vocabulary skills. I believe that it is my job to provide my students with the right tools and strategies to help them succeed. Because your child was not made from a mold, I understand that each student I teach has unique qualities and needs, and...

...I am currently in a credential program at National University studying to become a Social Science teacher for secondary school. I have tutored History, Geography, Political Science, Math, Writing, and Reading for over two years with students from seven years old to college level. I also have experience with special education students that have A.D.D and dyslexia. I thoroughly enjoy helping and watching the progress students make. In my spare time, I bring my son...

...in Psychology. As both an undergraduate and graduate student, I have been a Teaching Assistant for various undergraduate psychology courses, including Cognitive Psychology, Biopsychology, Intro Psychology, Statistics, and Research Methods. As a Teaching Assistant, I have tutored students in one-on-one settings and in group settings, such as review sessions before exams. As evidenced by my educational background and future goals, I have a passion for expanding my knowledge in psychology, as well as helping other...

I have more than five years of tutoring and teaching experience, from elementary school to high school to adult learners, having taught English, English as a Second Language, Geography, Social Studies, General Educational Development classes and SAT prep. I have experience working with students for whom English is not their first language or who have non-traditional educational backgrounds, as well as advanced students and students in the creative field.

...after school care program. The program consisted of over 60 students in the AM and over 100 students in the afternoon. During my seven years spent with the company I tutored children extensively as it coincided with information I was learning in college. This provided an excellent platform to practice my one on one techniques and abilities with students. I believe that many students have different learning styles, and it is the educators responsibility to...