Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Burbank, CA

...more. I find great reward and drive in assisting students work through challenges. I am not one to teach as much as guide because I believe in individuals' capacities for growth in efficient learning. My goal is to provide as much information as possible to every student in how to best develop personalized methods for maintaining an open mind for effective learning and memory. My methods can be, at least in part, attributed to my...

...teaching all ages at a private school in Japan (2013-2014), and one year of teaching adult classes in Pasadena, California (2014-present). I have also tutored students in a variety of subjects and grade levels. In addition to ESL, I offer tutoring in reading, writing, grammar, and test prep for the ACT, SAT, and TOEFL. I love teaching because it allows me to use my passion for language to help other people. I believe that we...

...in creative writing of all types and flavors including but not limited to poetry, fictional prose, playwriting, and various forms of journalism. I minored in Archaeology, which blended my love of history with my passion for anthropology. I acted as the Assistant Curator at LMU's on campus museum, which grew during my tenure by 60% in terms of donations and acquisitions. As the Curator I had the opportunity to give lectures and tutor college-aged students...

...from Math and English to SAT and GRE preparation. While I do not have much formal experience in tutoring, I was a peer tutor throughout high school. Also, as the oldest sibling, it fell to me to help my younger brother and sister through the difficult times in their studies, so I have plenty of experience helping students find the right way to learn the skills and information they need for school. As you may...

...of Baltimore in Real Estate and Economic Development. I am currently working towards my Master's degree in Real Estate Development at Arizona State University. I believe that organization, effort, and patience are the keys to success. Since a child I have been at ease with mathematics which has fueled my interest in business. My unique educational experience and work history have provided me with a solid foundation in financial analysis, cost management, and advanced Microsoft...

...and composition. Although, there are no subjects that I dislike tutoring. Because my experience tutoring college students has given me insight into some of the difficulties of transitioning into more rigorous college level work, my goal is to help middle school and high school students develop the skills they need to be prepared for the next step in their education. In addition to tutoring the details of the particular subject, I feel it is important...

I worked for UCSB's CLAS (Campus Learning Assistance Services) as an ACE Tutor/Writing Lab Drop-in Tutor. I tutored university students of all ages, including graduate students. In the ACE program, worked with first-year EOP (Educational Opportunities Program) students to encourage them in their writing and develop their own voices within their composition. Also, I provided additional peer support during the revision process and helped students to focus on the importance of organization and structure...... My philosophy...

...ages ~ specifically in science & math! I have a combined total of over five years of teaching experience. I have taught church Sunday school, tutored friends through rough courses, given piano lessons & fast pitch softball pitching lessons, and am now a part-time teacher at a small academy run through my community church. I enjoy teaching because I sincerely love helping students excel and master material. I wholeheartedly believe that if approached with patience,...

...novels, short stories, poetry, and other types of works. Its also about using those tools to draw ones own conclusions. In addition to having the right tools, I also believe that confidence is important to build in the classroom as well. During my junior and senior year of high school, I took International Baccalaureate classes in English. I sometimes struggled with writing essays and speaking up during class discussions. It was only until I sought...

...In my experience, helping students to learn a new language is a way to share different cultures and traditions. It is a great chance for creating professional and private connections. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy listening to music, reading books, exercising, going to...

...and am planning to become a neurological physical therapist. In school, I particularly enjoyed learning about the biological sciences and art. I love to draw and always try to find fun ways to integrate visual learning into my tutoring sessions. I also have experience with the ACT and GRE standardized tests and would love to assist any student who is trying to prepare for success on either. Standardized tests are a drag but studying for...

...Instruction with an emphasis in secondary sciences from The University of Nevada, Las Vegas. I am available to tutor in all subjects at the elementary and middle school level. The subjects that I am most excited about are science and math! Having worked with hundreds of students and taken courses in instruction, I am knowledgeable of several strategies, resources and methods to reach learners at all levels in ways that the learner will connect with...

...Educational Studies Program at Harvard. Through this group, I co-founded ESProut, a program focused on bringing free after-school classes to under-resourced schools in the greater Somerville area, through which I taught French and poetry. Following graduation, I spent the school-year working as an English language teaching assistant at a high school in Bordeaux, France where I created lessons focusing on grammar, vocabulary, idiomatic speech, and culture. This past year, I received my master's in English...

...am able to patiently break down the material in a way that makes it less overwhelming and help boost their confidence by emphasizing what they already know. Then we can take that confidence and tackle the material they currently struggle with, piece by piece. I want my clients to gain a full understanding of the material so they can do well in the classroom and ultimately use the skills as a tool for life.... I believe...

...face. I have a great deal of experience in biology, chemistry, and physics. I consider myself a solutions finder for difficult problems. In tutoring, I am patient and offer my students an open environment where they can reveal the areas they're struggling in and discuss any misunderstandings of the textbook material. I hope to provide an understanding into the often hard to grasp natural world. I am also a lover of fine arts and can...

...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 University, I began working as an English tutor for the writing center on campus. I worked one-on-one with undergraduates and graduate students of various majors in order to ensure their writing assignments (short and long papers, theses, resumes, and personal statements) were following the given prompts. I tutor any category related...

...writing papers, and improving test scores. I received my training at Mills College in 2014 where I received a M.F.A. degree in Creative Writing, Poetry. As an expert in my field, I look forward to helping new students achieve their goals. My teaching style is patient, engaging, and challenging. I am interested in helping students gain access to materials that might be challenging and do so by understanding each individual's learning style and needs.

While still in high school, I tutored fellow students to help them achieve their academic goals. After four years of undergrad, my experiences and abilities as a tutor have grown in breadth and depth but my passion has not changed. Even now, I enjoy helping people understand and even come to like challenging subjects, like math and the sciences.

...double majoring in Applied Math and Business Economics. My previous tutoring experience includes tutoring college-level and high school students in a variety of subjects, including Math, Economics, Accounting and English, as well as working with elementary school students on the improvement of reading skills. I enjoy being able to share my knowledge and passion for a subject with my students because I believe that learning should be an engaging and rewarding experience. I am bilingual...

...you! Science is life and applies to everyone everyday. My method of instruction one I have honed since first being certified for Advanced College Level Tutoring in 97'. Over the years I realized that a strict "across the board" curriculum just doesn't work for every student. Everyone is different, has different ways of learning and tolerance for certain types of instruction. Therefore my sessions are customized to each students individual interests, so rest assured you...