Top Special Education Tutors serving San Jose

Jennifer: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...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 ESL students to students with multiple languages to elementary-aged students just learning to read and write for the first time. And although it may sound silly, I get really excited about reading, writing, researching, and editing, and even more so, I look...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College - Master of Arts, English Literature

Arianna: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...a rural indigenous community in the Andes. While carrying out my study, I received my ESL Instructor Certifications and taught English to both urban and rural high school students across the country. I tutor a vast array of subjects from Algebra to Spanish, but my favorites are English, History, and organizational skills. In my observations, I have always found that giving students proper organizing skills as their foundation for success allows them to reach their...
Education & Certification
Pitzer College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Brianna: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized learning fun. Math, science and test prep are the subjects I'm particularly passionate about tutoring, as I've always loved those subjects myself. Additionally, I've worked extensively with adults on business skills, marketing and social media.... I believe that...
Education & Certification
University of Richmond - Current Undergrad, Business Administration and Management
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 34
SAT Math: 770

Katie: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...in Elementary Education December 12. Since returning home to St. Louis, I have been student teaching in a first grade classroom. I have experience with tutoring at all ages, from first grade to college-level. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about Math, English, Literature, and Essay Writing. My favorite subject to tutor would be Math. I love seeing students have that "aha!" moment when a math problem finally makes...
Education & Certification
Truman State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Truman State University - Masters, Education
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Massiel: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...following my undergraduate years to then attend law school and pursue public interest law. My little brother (7 years my junior) was my first tutoring buddy and assures even today that I get to help build a science fair project board every year. I was also a camp counselor for three summers caring for on average twenty children ages 5-10. Then I began professionally tutoring through my high school when I was sixteen until I...
Education & Certification
University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Human and Social Development, International Studies, and Philosophy

Kevin: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...work. I personally understand the everyday challenges that student athletes must overcome and I can tailor my approach to best fit their academic needs. On top of sports, I have spent my entire life learning either the piano, guitar, or ukulele. I traveled to Italy and spent two weeks there to sing for the Pope. I recently completed a ten day medical mission in Vietnam, providing primary health care and aiding the surgery team for...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Human Biology/Education Studies
ACT Math: 34
SAT Math: 710

Janet: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
As an educator for 20 years in both the US and Canada, I enjoying working with students of all ages. With a background in Special Education and tutoring for test prep (GED, ACT, SAT), I have a heart for those who find it difficult to succeed in the classroom. It is my passion to encourage students and help them learn strategies to succeed in their education and in life. ... All students have the ability to...
Education & Certification
Moody Bible Institue - Bachelors, International Mnistries
Lamar University - Masters, School Counseling
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Science: 31

Kat: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...relatable to everyone, using cooking, sports, or other analogies to break down complicated principles. I began as a teaching assistant my sophomore year at Brigham Young University. Since this time, I have performed as a teaching assistant for 14 University-level courses. I have also tutored students at all grade levels. I like to spend time with my husband, 4 rescue cats, and two bunnies. I also create wheel-thrown pottery, play guitar and piano, read, cook,...
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University - Bachelor of Science, Geology
Oklahoma State University - Master of Science, Geology

Eli: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...of all ages for several years now. I love getting to know learners one-on-one, discovering their strengths and their potentials. My past students have come from a wide variety of learning backgrounds and abilities, so I am very comfortable with diversity in every way. My professional experience in the classroom gives me a good idea of the expectations placed on students throughout school. School is tough (especially standardized testing), but you can do it. I'm...
Education & Certification
Houghton College - Bachelors, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
ACT Reading: 31

Hans: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...college. In high school I also excelled on the SAT (2220) and a plethora of AP tests (4s and 5s across the board), and so would be happy to aid with any test prep you may need. I am a very amicable person, and truly think that I could have a successful tutoring relationship with virtually anyone. I am happy to speak with you more prior to a lesson should you have any questions regarding my...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750

Katherine: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...Master's 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...
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

Crosby: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
Through my professional experience as a Special Education middle school teacher, I have developed a unique toolkit of strategies to support students in mastering new and challenging skills. Central to my philosophy as an educator is the fact that all students are...... I believe in a strengths-based approach to teaching. All people have natural strengths. It is the job of a teacher to help students realize these strengths, and leverage these strengths to overcome their weaknesses.
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Anthroplogy
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Masters, Special Education

Molly : San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...speaking students learn the vocabulary they need for their day to day activities. I have also tutored High School and College students in History, English, Spanish, Art History, and Religion. I love being able to find creative solutions to problems. I think that everyone approaches learning differently. In my opinion, teachers need to be flexible and they need to adapt to their students needs. True Learning can only take place when a student feels respected...
Education & Certification
Providence College - Current Undergrad, Elementary and Special Education
SAT Verbal: 720

Robyn: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...the hard and soft skills of job readiness. Higher level subjects in the social sciences such as Psychology and Economics have always been a strength and I am more than happy to share my passion there, too! As an educator, I am highly creative with how I go about sharing my knowledge and as a high achieving student myself, I have tricks up my sleeve for how to tackle even the meanest of subjects and...
Education & Certification
Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Bachelor of Science, Special Education

Marilyn: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...or difficult material. My ultimate goal is to help my students truly comprehend the material, and be able to apply what they have learned when encountering new problems and questions. When I'm not working I spend my time hiking at the Sandy River Delta with my husky puppy, Kili, or whipping up new vegan recipes. I love to read, especially modern fiction and historical biographies, and try to travel as much as I am able;...
Education & Certification
Reed College - Bachelors, Classics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Michael: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...proponent of thinking outside the box. In tutoring, my motto is "teach a student to fish and they possess improved test-taking skills for a lifetime." Specializing in ACT/SAT test preparation as well as Mathematics, I carry with me, aside from a substantial knowledge of all subjects, a "bag of tricks" made up of pneumonic devices, preparation skills, and exercises in focus/concentration. With any session, my goal is to deconstruct seemingly difficult concepts into more digestible...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Camea: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...love for working with kids and families over ruled this. One of my passions is using the arts, play, and creativity to target behavior and emotions. I acquired an additional Graduate Diploma in the Application of the Arts in Therapy and Education as well as Graduate Diploma in Expressive Arts Child Counselling. I have two beautiful children of my own that I adore. I have extensive experience supporting students of all ages and inspiring them...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
University College London - Masters, Developmental Psychology

Jennifer: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...want to pass on to the students I tutor. Everyone makes mistakes and has struggles, but the important thing is that you can move past those roadblocks. As a tutor, I try really hard to help students connect the material they are studying inside the classroom to their passions outside the classroom. Sometimes all that's needed to make the material "click" is seeing how it is relevant to their own lives. My personal interests include...
Education & Certification
Smith College - Current Undergrad, Education and Child Studies and Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 760

Rebecca: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...have completed coursework in many other areas, such as statistics, geometry, physics, Spanish, chemistry and art. I'm no stranger to standardized testing either. I have worked with kids of all ages in a variety of educational settings, from academic tutoring to guitar and vocal lessons. During tutoring sessions, I keep things light and fun while staying focused on the material. I will make sure that you understand the material inside and out, and feel prepared...
Education & Certification
Lewis & Clark College - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 33

Luiza: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...life situations or problems. This approach fosters an interdisciplinary vision of the subjects I teach, and has enabled me to successfully support students in a variety of academic subjects, such as language arts, math, and science. I love helping students see the connections and intersections between different subjects. I believe knowledge and skill in one subject can strengthen knowledge and skill in another, a belief that is reflected in my multidisciplinary academic background. In short,...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
Teachers College at Columbia University - Master of Science, Neuroscience
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