Top Reading Tutors serving Fountain Valley
Desiree: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...in the History department at California State University, Northridge. I also earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in History at CSUN. I work on campus in the Michael Patterson History Writing Center as a writing tutor for students enrolled in history courses. With its personalized approach, one-on-one tutoring is an exceptionally powerful tool for any student looking to improve their grades, their confidence, and their educational experience. I greatly enjoy watching my students improve their...
Education & Certification
CSU Northridge - Bachelor in Arts, History
CSU Northridge - Master of Arts, History
Caroline: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...California at Berkeley with a Bachelors degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology. During my four years of college, I guided K-12 students of the Oakland area in Language Arts and Mathematics and served as a mentor for many high school students. I have also been an undergraduate student instructor for the General Biology lab course offered at U.C. Berkeley, a prerequisite for students wishing to pursue Biology as a major. Since I have a wide...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 800
Nick: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...and I graduated from Huddersfield University and The London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art, London. My subjects were Theater Studies and Professional Acting. As a tutor and workshop leader, I have taught English Language, Comprehension, Composition and Critical Analysis. I have also worked with students with specific learning difficulties, such as dyslexia, to help them create effective work and study strategies in school and universities in the UK. My passion for tutoring is in...
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University of Huddersfield, UK - Bachelors, Fine Art (Theatre)
LAMDA - Unknown, Acting
Taylor: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...Rochester in upstate New York, with degrees in English Literature and French. I have experience tutoring students of all ages, from those who have just finished kindergarten all the way up to college students. I tutor in English (including reading for both younger and older students, essay prep including college essays, and editing), French of all levels, and test prep including SAT, PSAT, and AP tests in English and French. I believe that individualized teaching...
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University of Rochester - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature, French
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 790
Diana C.: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...best they can be. Tutoring has been a part of my life for almost 30 years. I started helping out my neighbors with their English language learning in my native Argentina. Once in college, I would "trade" tutoring sessions with my peers: they would tutor me in math and accounting, and I would tutor them in microeconomics and business studies. What made that fun and empowering, was that, together, we were able to tackle any...
Education & Certification
Universidad Argentina de la Empresa (Argentine Univ. of Business Affairs) - Bachelors, International Business
Esther: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...Art at Biola University, where I attended on an academic scholarship. My love for tutoring began in high School when I tutored children (ages 5-14) through a daycare where I worked with special needs children in Math, English, Social Sciences, and Writing. I was in a Speech Team for high school students from 2004-2007, where I trained them in English Literature, Communications, and Public Speaking. We focused on stage presence, diction, confidence, and articulate communication...
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Biola University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities: Philosophy & Art
Ari: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...with degrees in English and Environmental Studies, with a focus on creative writing. For my senior thesis, I wrote a 50-page epic poem that intertwined the geobiological evolution of the earth with my family history. I've been tutoring intermittently since my freshman year of high school--from one-on-one, subject-specific tutoring to coaching my high school speech team to teaching saxophone lessons at an arts center to leading writing workshops for disenfranchised boys at the Juvenile Detention...
Education & Certification
Wesleyan University - Bachelors, English and Environmental Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 770
Brian: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...seems. When I was in college, I tutored disadvantaged students in the community. As an Army officer, I was responsible for showing soldiers how to most efficiently perform their duties in the service of their country. As a businessman, I trained my employees how to best serve our customers. As a teacher for the past twenty years, I have taught math, drama, and English in grades 7-12. I have taught in very rich and successful...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700
Danielle: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
Teachers made a huge difference in my life when I was growing up. Now, as an adult, I feel lucky to be able to give back as a tutor. I love getting to know my students, learning how they tick. Understanding how my students learn allows me to tailor my approach to each student to fit his or her individual needs. I like to incorporate the student's interest as well as humor, when I can!
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, Communications
University of Southern California - Masters, Acting
SAT Writing: 710
Sarah: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...was selected for a pilot program, through which Junior and Senior students were paired with lower classmates to help improve their writing skills. Afterward, in college, I helped run an after school program for middle school children in downtown Los Angeles. In 2013 I graduated from UCLA with a major in English literature and minors in both French and Latin. I now work as an instructor for children with developmental disorders, using applied behavioral analysis...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, English
Rom: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...Irvine and the University of Arizona. I received a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from UCI and a Master of Public Health concentrated in Family and Child Health with a subspecialty in Global Health from the University of Arizona. I have over 8 years of coaching and teaching experience from the middle school to the graduate school level. I love teaching and have tutored many students,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Biological Sciences; Art History
University of Arizona - Master in Public Health, Family and Child Health: Global Health
Roberto: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...Disorders & will continue working towards becoming a Speech Pathologist. I have been apart of the education system and helping students reach their educational goals for about five years now. I have worked with Elementary School children, Middle School, and even tutored colleagues of mine. I am currently a Special Ed Assistant working with children with Autism. I have worked with children in small groups helping them improve their reading and comprehension skills. Working with...
Education & Certification
El Camino Community College District - Current Undergrad, Communicative disorders
Femke: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...English Language Arts at an internationally renowned school of excellence for seven years, to over a thousand students! I hold a Bachelor of Education with an English major from the University of Alberta, in Canada. As a student, I was published and received various scholarships and academic distinctions--in part because of my love for the subject. I strive to inspire this love of ELA in my studentswhether or not it's your strong suit. I believe...
Education & Certification
University of Alberta - Bachelors, English
Ken: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...range of subjects, ranging from test prep to math and history. I am interested in helping any student with a desire to improve their understanding their subject of choice. My personal favorite are history, literature, economics and politics. I have worked with a diverse age group of students, from elementary to university level, with the bulk of my experience with high school and college level work. I have a Master's Degree from the University of...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Dallas - Bachelor in Arts, International Political Economy
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Master in Public Health Administration, Public Administration
Katrina: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...a recent grad of Yale University! Reading and writing have been integral to my life over the past few years as a Film and Media Studies and Sociology double major. I believe that crafting text can be a fun hobby and a very useful skill. Yet, it can often be challenging. I know what it is like to need help with schoolwork, and I know what it is like to provide that help for others....
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, Sociology (Intensive); Film and Media Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 36
Scott: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...From basic math through algebra, geometry and trigonometry, the most important part of learning is getting things in terms the student can understand and grasp completely. I pride myself on my ability to adapt to the pupil's style of learning because everyone processes information in different ways; I identify a students' strengths and put the material in a form that plays to them so as to maximize retention for the long haul. Mathematics builds on...
Education & Certification
Orange Coast College - Associates, Math
Alice: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...with degrees in Global Health and Environmental Studies, and I will be be attending Stanford University for law school in the fall. My interest is in increasing access to health services in developing countries through a human rights approach. I love traveling, and I have spent time studying in Spain, volunteering at a health clinic in Peru, doing field work in Belize, and working at the World Health Organization in Switzerland. I have experience tutoring...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelors, Global Health, Environmental Studies
Stanford Law School - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 780
Virginia: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...coordinator and as an adjunct professor has given me a unique perspective on tutoring. I have experience writing and implementing training modules to help tutors prepare to provide students with a writing skill set up to the graduate level. I also currently teach Developmental Reading and Writing at a local college. As an educator, my favorite moment during the learning process is seeing a student experience the "ah-ha" moment - when they realize a skill...
Education & Certification
Florida State University - Bachelors, Humanities
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Arts, Modern European Studies
Tina: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...college. Then I went on to teach middle and high school classes as a Teach for America teacher for a couple of months. After completing two Master degrees in business and bioscience, I worked as a product manager in the medical device industry for the past 10+ years. My kids are now four and six, and I decided to take some time to be a stay-at-home mom to be more involved in their lives. Taking...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Biology, General
Claremont Graduate University - Masters, MBA, MBS
Adam: Fountain Valley Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...from the University of California, Riverside and a dual Master of Arts in English and Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Chapman University in Orange, California. In between studies, I began my experience as a tutor for the "No Child Left Behind" program tutoring students K-8 in Reading and Language Arts in order to help them improve study habits and standardized test scores in a one-on-one setting. Upon entering graduate school at Chapman...
Education & Certification
University of California-Riverside - Bachelor in Arts, English
Chapman University - Masters, English/Creative Writing
Private Reading Tutoring in Fountain Valley, CA
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Reading is a critical skill for any student who wishes to perform well in school. This is why reading happens to be such an integral part of academic curriculums and standardized tests. The ability to read and comprehend written material requires students to have a sufficient vocabulary and recognize writing techniques such as figurative language. In a reading course, it will often be necessary for students to learn storytelling concepts, including story mapping and character. Given the extent of the knowledge and skills required to be an effective reader, students will often find themselves lagging behind in some aspect of the course. Varsity Tutors' educational directors in Fountain Valley, CA, can find a tutor who could work with your child's learning style and abilities to help him or her do well in reading.
The tutor can meet with your child one-on-one, in the comfort of your own home or another convenient location. Face-to-face online sessions are also available for those who are in need of a more flexible schedule. We can find a great reading tutor in Fountain Valley who could make studying a fun process. The tutor will assess strengths and weaknesses, and then devise a study plan that caters to the specific needs of your child. If your child struggles with antonyms and synonyms, the tutor will make sure to focus on this topic until all issues are corrected. The individualized attention your child receives will allow any questions to be answered immediately, unlike in a classroom, where students often find themselves going over material they already understand while glossing over the areas of greatest concern. A reading tutor in Fountain Valley might be the secret ingredient to your child's academic success.
The ability to read is not only important in literature related courses, but is also useful in science and even math courses. Making sure your child has the skills necessary to succeed now can help save him or her significant trouble down the road. Your child may also be faced with preparing for the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP). This exam can determine whether or not your child is eligible to take more advanced courses, potentially impacting the quality of his or her education. Call Varsity Tutors today, and our educational directors can find a professional reading tutor in Fountain Valley, CA, who is experienced in working to help students try to understand the finer points of reading.
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