Award-Winning STAAR Tutors serving Oakland, CA

...tutored elementary-aged children through the YMCA Mentorship program focusing on daily homework tasks and study skills. Since graduation, I have spent the last year living and working in Washington, DC in the nonprofit sector. I thoroughly enjoyed my work but realized I needed to return to my roots in education. I really enjoy time spent tutoring and I love to make the tutoring process fun through games, positive reinforcement, and teamwork. I believe that every...

I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s in Education at Jackson State University, and am currently completing a Ph.D., from Mississippi State University. I have been an educator for the past eight years in elementary, middle, and high school settings, and am currently hold educator licenses in both Texas and Mississippi.... Support, service, and dedication best describe my educational philosophy. As an individual who works with elementary students each day, it is my belief that all students...

...came to the United States to obtain my undergraduate degree from Brandeis University in Waltham, Ma. Six years later, I moved to Dallas, TX to work as an elementary school teacher in an urban school district. I've been here for ten years and have spent the entire decade working in education. I have taught all subjects and almost all grades in elementary school. In 2011 I graduated from Southern Methodist University with a Master's in...

...the fundamental concepts of a subject, using that knowledge as a foundation to enrich and further develop one's understanding. Whether it's by designing a personalized lesson plan for the student or adapting to their individual learning habits, I am dedicated to working my hardest to provide students with the best opportunities possible. If you have any questions or concerns at all, please feel free to reach out to me. Thank you for considering me as...

...with a focus on History and Earth Science. I tutor a broad range of subjects but I am most passionate about any type of history, Historical Geology and Earth Science. I have experience and success helping students will all needs, learning styles and subjects to grow academically and personally. I am particularly adept in enrichment, extension and remediation instruction, I am also passionate about teaching and learning, always looking for that AHA! moment!

...I can tutor in many different subjects, my favorite subject to tutor is English, particularly reading and writing. A little-known secret is that reading is a lot of fun, but this can get lost in the process of teaching it. I try to find a way to connect whatever I am reading to my own life, or, more importantly, to your life. Whenever we can make such a connection with the author, our reading becomes...

...4 years abroad in China and Thailand. My teacher certifications are in General Education, Special education, and English as a Second Language. I also have a Masters Degree in Education Administration and Leadership. I received my Bachelor's from Texas State University, Teaching Certificates through Huston-Tillotson University, and Master's Degree from Capella University. I have taught 3rd grade for 16 years, and one-year as a 4th grade Science and Social Studies teacher. My philosophy of education...

...is why I want to be a tutor - so that I can help students discover their ideal way of learning. I am a determined and dedicated student that wants to help others. I have experience tutoring and working with students that are struggling to grasp difficult material and concepts. I am a social and outgoing person who works well with others, and I will try my best to help students succeed.... Each student has a...

...class but teach them how to be successful independent learners through their whole academic career. After spending five years away from Houston, I like to spend my free time rediscovering all the exciting places that I forgot the city had to offer. However, I do miss Austin and look forward to any opportunity to go back and visit. When I'm not exploring cities I enjoy reading, going to see movies, trying to find new music,...

...I have 3 years of teaching experience, working with first graders. I also have experience working with 3rd graders on test prep and all general subjects, and 5th graders, specifically in science and social studies. I am passionate about teaching and learning, and I love the rewarding feeling of helping students achieve those "a-ha!" moments. School is always a better experience when kids enjoy learning and having confidence in their abilities helps! I am here...