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Candice
I am an English instructor dedicated to enriching the lives of my students. I hold a BA in English Language and Literature from The University of Chicago and an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School. Over the years, I have merged my love of language and literature with my long-standing commitm...
The New School
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
5+ years
I am a recent graduate of Tulane University. I received a B.A. in English (with a concentration in creative writing) as well as a B.A. in political science. I have extensive experience working as a tutor for a wide range of ages. I currently tutor international students ages 4-16 in English. For two...
Tulane University of Louisiana
Bachelor in Arts, English

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Deji
Who I Am and What I ValueI am committed to living my life with understanding and open-mindedness. I value compassion and caring for all people, including myself, paying particular attention to my family and closest friends. I care deeply about others, especially the underserved and disadvantaged. My...
Widener University-Main Campus
Bachelors, Electrical Engineering

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Candace
I love having the opportunity to mold the minds of youth while helping them be successful academically and in life.
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Michael
I was born & raised in Philadelphia. I graduated with a B.S. degree in Kinesiology from West Chester University. I currently reside in Springfield (Delaware County) with my wife &and 2 children. I have a passion in working with children as evidenced in my community involvement as a Head Coach. I hav...
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Kinesiology

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Samuel
I am a passionate IT and cybersecurity professional. I enjoy tutoring, and mentoring others to help them achieve their optimal goals; being a career growth or higher grades!
Colorado Technical University-Online
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Nailah
I have a B.A. in Math from Brandeis University. I minored in French & Francophone Studies. I was in a French Immersion program, so I've been learning French since elementary school. I continued learning French, and in college I wrote several essays on popular French literature. My favorite subject t...
Brandeis University
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Allison
I am Allison. I have over 15 years of education, tutoring, training and mentoring experience. I have a BS in Healthcare Administration and an MS in Health Education. I am also a Certified Facilitator. I love working with students and helping them reach their best potential in the areas of ELA. I lov...
Texas Southern University
Master of Science, Public Health Education
Texas Southern University
Bachelor of Science, Health Services Administration

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Kinza
I am a Graduate of the University of Michigan with a major in Film & Communication. Over the past couple of years, I have had the wonderful opportunities to teach in Detroit, South Africa, and Morocco. I am dedicated to empowering students through education by providing them with the skills necessar...
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Bachelors, Screen Arts & Cultures

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Lucero
I am a junior at Arizona State University and am pursuing a degree in Social Work with a minor in Mathematics. I completed two years in Civil Engineering, until I realized I wanted a people oriented field that enabled me to aid people in various situations; thus switching majors. I have previously t...
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science, Social Work
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Jeffrey
AP U.S. Government & Politics Tutor • +28 Subjects
I was not born to a family with money; but my education has opened doors for me around the world. I have been a Teaching Assistant for some of this country's brightest students at Princeton University; I have worked as a Lab Instructor at the University at Buffalo and taught a seminar course of my own design as an Adjunct Instructor. I have studied at universities in four countries and earned multiple graduate degrees in disparate fields (Political Science & Biology), while earning scholarships to pay my way. I know this stuff; and I know *how* to perform well academically. I look forward to sharing what I have learned.
Gordon
Algebra Tutor • +3 Subjects
While at USC (University of Southern California) I tutored extensively. Helping younger students was a huge part of my personal growth, as a person and a professional. After receiving my BA in History with a focus on Modern American History, I entered the business world, yet still continued to tutor for about five years. Now that I have 10+ years of professional experience, I have been lucky to travel (both for work and leisure) to seventeen countries, and counting! I have experience tutoring a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about Math and History. I am diligent about organization, and feel it is the key to success (in academia and otherwise!) In my spare time, I love reading (mostly American literature and scifi: Kerouac, Hemingway, J.D. Salinger, Orwell, etc.), basketball, hiking, spending time with family, and traveling.
Adelle
Accounting Tutor • +50 Subjects
Hi! My name is Adelle Flores, and I'm an experienced tutor and teacher who is ready to help you (or your child) succeed.I graduated in the top 5% of my high school class at Katy High School and went on to attend the University of Houston (GO COOGS!). I graduated from UH in May of 2018 with a degree in Biology and minor in Medicine and Society. I participated in the Honors College while at UH as well.I currently attend the University of Houston - Victoria in Katy, Texas and am working on my Master of Business Administration.Overall, my academic courseworks highlights include the following: Calculus 1 & 2, Statistics for the Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Great Books (Literature), History of Medicine, and business topics such as Accounting, Finance, Marketing, and Economics.My teaching pedagogy involves working with each individual student to develop a plan for their success: every student is starting at a different point, and I make an effort to meet them where they are and walk with them through their learning journey instead of pulling them up to where they "should" be right away. I switch between learning styles in order to make sure that students understand the material in the way that makes sense to them. Individualization is at the core of tutoring and why students seek it, so lessons should be given in the same way.I'm very communicative and connected in to my students and their needs. I'm also willing to drive throughout the Houston area if you are interested in In-Person Tutoring.Let's get started!
Sitra
AP Human Geography Tutor • +12 Subjects
My approach to teaching is focused on getting to know students, so that I can find ways to engage them in lessons. I tutor elementary school subjects and Spanish. I have a Masters Degree from NYU, where I created my own digital curriculum for students. Outside of academia I enjoy Yoga, cooking, and gardening.
Patricia
College English Tutor • +13 Subjects
I am a graduate of Monmouth University both undergraduate and graduate. I am part of both honor societies for Education and History. My joy is to help students succeed. I am most passionate about English, Literature, History, Science, biology and cursory general chemistry, as well as and Art drawing, color theory. I have helped others pass exams. I have skills in passing Praxis exams specifically History and English. I have helped prep for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams and Thesis writing. I work well with students of all ages. My heart is that every student succeed knowing they can achieve anything. My intention for the student is to have competency in the subject they find difficult having it click without hesitation. The student should feel empowered by seeing their success. What I bring is positive attitude and a strong work ethic. I am creative upbeat and I really enjoy the connection of teaching. The experience that I bring to the classroom is multifaceted, these are some of my skill sets: interpersonal skills/breaking down complex concepts, assessment skills: interpreting, adjusting, I have course training in reading specialist, computer proficiency skills: power point, some new chat gpt skills , creative art skills. I also have personal life coach training in "counseling". I have a passion for my subject, history. I hope to ignite this in others by empowering students to meet there goals. One of my dearest experiences is helping a struggling student prepare for a new school year, during difficult life crisis. I helped them be successful in a subject they were not fond of learning. We always seem to have the most fun and laughed through the difficult moments. In my spare time, I am passionate about but not limited to: I enjoy reading, which enriches my life. I practice meditation. I love watercolor painting. I learned how to be successful with this medium as a watercolorist. I have studied color theory and the method. I draw and sketch. I like etching for make printmaking. I am practicing gel printing. I can do origami and paper craft. I am beginning a journey into simple book binding.
Megan
ACT Prep Tutor • +22 Subjects
With a B.S. in Neuroscience from Baylor University, and minors in biology and biochemistry, I have a passion for all sciences. I spent 3 years as a supplemental instructor for chemistry students, which made me passionate about tutoring and teaching beyond Baylor. I love seeing the "Ah-Ha" moment in students and helping them reach their academic goals. Learning should be exciting and stimulating, and I am here to facilitate that experience. My tutoring interests are mostly focused on Neuroscience, Psychology, Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Test Prep. Outside of academia, I am involved in pediatrics research, local volunteering, and spending time with my dog.
Claudia
Academic Coaching Tutor • +46 Subjects
I am super excited to work with students helping them advance in their academic goals! So let's get started!I have my Bachelor's from University of Pennsylvania, speak 4 languages, have taught English in Paris, and tutored online independently for years.I like to establish goals first and foremost and get to know my students' learning styles so we can achieve those goals most efficiently. I like to share my travel stories to lighten the mood and love hearing what inspires my students!Thanks!
Sarah
Art Tutor • +18 Subjects
I love teaching because I love seeing my students engaged with learning. I love to see the "aha" moments when they make connections and are proud of their accomplishments. I am a lifelong learner. I have a BA in Religion (Buddhism) from Carleton College and a MA in Languages and Cultures of Asia from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I have traveled to France, the Netherlands, Denmark, Japan, and China. I've lived in a suburb of Paris, a small farming island of Japan, and also in Lhasa in the Tibetan region for one summer. I taught communications/writing and comparative religion at UW-Madison. Recently, I taught pre-K at a Reggio Emilia inspired school, where learning is child directed. Currently, I wake up very early to teach English as a foreign language to students in China. I love to see the strengths and potential in all people. I believe educators have the responsibility to support equity in education and I consider myself an ally to BIPOC, AAPI, Latinx, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and other groups. I enjoy reading, writing, photography, gardening (especially with native plants), hiking, gaming, and spending time with my family. I look forward to meeting you!
Christine
Algebra Tutor • +15 Subjects
I am a sophomore Actuarial Science student at St. John's University, which basically means I love math! I want to help everyone love math as much as I do and help everyone understand it.
Rachel
ARDMS - RDCS - Adult Echocardiography (AE) Tutor • +6 Subjects
Hi, my name Rachel. I am a graduate of Grand Canyon University, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Health Science and Professional Development. I have an associate's degree in Cardiovascular Ultrasound and acquired my registry's in Abdomen and Echocardiography Ultrasound. I have eighteen years' experience as a Cardiovascular Sonographer, working with Cardiologists, learning extensive procedures and pathologies of the heart. I have been a Cardiac and Physics Ultrasound Instructor for six years and enjoy teaching student's new skills to help them succeed. I am most passionate about preparing students for their Physics and Echocardiography board exams, seeing them succeed and reach their goals.
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Reading intervention is targeted, personalized instruction designed to help students who struggle with foundational reading skills like phonics, fluency, decoding, and comprehension. Students may benefit from reading intervention if they're reading below grade level, have difficulty sounding out words, struggle to understand what they read, or have been identified with dyslexia or other reading-based learning differences.
Research on 1-on-1 instruction shows that personalized tutoring can significantly accelerate reading progress by allowing tutors to diagnose specific skill gaps and address them directly, rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
Effective reading intervention tutors begin by assessing a student's current reading level across multiple areas: phonemic awareness, decoding skills, sight word recognition, fluency, and comprehension. They may use informal assessments, oral reading samples, and conversations with the student to pinpoint exactly where the breakdown is happening.
Once a tutor understands whether a student struggles with sounding out words, reading too slowly, comprehending text, or a combination of these, they can design personalized instruction that targets those specific gaps rather than reteaching skills the student has already mastered.
Tutors work to complement classroom instruction by understanding the reading curriculum, standards, and expectations your student's school uses. They can reinforce what's being taught in class while also filling in foundational gaps that may be holding your student back.
For example, if a school is introducing chapter books but your student still struggles with decoding, a tutor can work on decoding strategies while simultaneously building confidence with age-appropriate texts. This two-pronged approach helps students keep pace with grade-level content while solidifying the skills they need.
Reading intervention tutors use research-based strategies tailored to each student's needs. These may include:
- Phonics and decoding: Systematic instruction in letter-sound relationships and blending sounds into words
- Fluency work: Repeated reading of texts at appropriate levels to build speed and expression
- Comprehension: Pre-reading strategies, questioning techniques, and graphic organizers to help students understand and retain what they read
- Vocabulary building: Direct instruction and practice with words students encounter in texts
Tutors adjust these strategies based on how the student responds, ensuring instruction stays effective and engaging.
Reading progress depends on the severity of the student's struggles and how frequently they receive instruction. Students often show improvement in fluency and confidence within a few weeks of consistent tutoring, while foundational skill development (like phonics mastery) may take several months.
The key is consistency—students who work with a tutor 2-3 times per week typically see faster gains than those meeting less frequently. With personalized intervention and regular practice, many students can narrow the gap between their reading level and grade-level expectations significantly over a school year.
Excellent reading intervention tutors combine strong foundational knowledge of reading science with the ability to make learning engaging and pressure-free. They should understand the sequential nature of reading skills, recognize the signs of learning differences like dyslexia, and know how to diagnose where a student's reading breaks down.
Beyond expertise, the best tutors are patient, flexible, and skilled at building student confidence. They celebrate small wins, adjust pace and approach based on student response, and can explain reading concepts in ways that make sense to each individual learner.
With effective reading intervention, students typically experience improvements in decoding accuracy, reading fluency, comprehension, and confidence. Many students report that reading feels less frustrating and more enjoyable when they finally understand the patterns and skills that unlock texts.
Beyond scores and levels, personalized instruction helps students develop independence as readers. When they understand how to approach unfamiliar words and comprehend text, they're equipped to tackle reading challenges on their own—a skill that supports success across all subjects.
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