Top Reading Tutors serving Oakland
Jennifer: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...graduate of the University of California, Riverside with a Bachelor of Science degree in Pure Chemistry. I've tutored on a regular basis since the start of my junior year in college, in topics ranging from language arts to mathematics for elementary to college students. I believe that the most productive progress can be made with the one-on-one interaction tutors can have with students. With this interaction, I can tailor my teaching methods and figure out...
Education & Certification
University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 780
Evan: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...by profession and a writer by habit. I have over three years of teaching experience at private tutoring companies, UC Berkeley, UC Berkeley's Summer Bridge Program, and as a freelance political science/calculus tutor (there's more overlap than you think). In 2014, my paper "Set Theory and Fuzzy Sets: Their Relationship to Natural Language" was published in the Newsletter of the American Political Science Association Organized Section for Qualitative and Multi-Method Research. I'm fond of good...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Audrey: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...senior at Pomona College with a specialty in critical reading and writing skills. I have prior experience working at my school's writing center to assist first-year students with college-level essays. I have also captained an award-winning collegiate mock trial team for several years, which involves mentoring younger students in oral and written communication skills. In addition to my experience, standardized testing has always been a forte of mine. I am enthusiastic about sharing the skills...
Education & Certification
Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Eric: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...and graduate studies at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN, where I got my B.A. in Music and M.Ed in Secondary Education. After graduating, I volunteered in Buffalo, NY with an after-school program where I provided one-on-one instruction for K-12 students in all subject areas but focused in math and literacy. I also worked as a substitute teacher in the Buffalo area providing quality instruction in a variety of disciplines as needed. I plan to continue...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Vanderbilt University - Masters in Education, Education
GRE Verbal: 164
Katherine: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...junior high and high school English teacher, I have taught in both the private and public sector. From working with students who are reluctant writers or readers, to those students who want to bring their writing to a higher level, I am comfortable working with a variety of students and their learning styles. In a one-on-one setting I can support the student鈥檚 current English curriculum-with reading comprehension (how to engage with a text critically and...
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Holy Names University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities
Holy Names University - Masters, English
Simon: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...grad from the University of California, Santa Barbara, I am passionate about education, personal growth, and lofty goals. My BA in History has left me well-versed in the topics of European and United States history, with a special fondness for the British Empire, World War I and II, and the Cold War. My rigorous studies also ensured that I became confident and well studied in geography, essay and research writing, and analysis of primary and...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Writing: 700
Steven: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...recent graduate of UCLA with a degree in Biology. While I have previous experience tutoring a wide-range of subjects, being a scientist, I am particulary passionate and excited about tutoring in science and math. I also have an extensive background in standardized tests, so I would love to pass on my tips and tricks for those preparing for the SAT and ACT. Of note, something in particular that attracts me to tutoring is that by...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Jacqueline: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...recent graduate of the University of Richmond, where I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Literature, with a a minor in Creative Writing. I have studied Essay Writing at Oxford University and Literature at Harvard University. In my free time, I am a volunteer for several charitable organizations such as Romanian Children's Relief, Stop Hunger Now, and Relay for Life. Though I tutor in a wide variety of topics, I am most passionate...
Education & Certification
University of Richmond - Bachelor in Arts, English
Shannon: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...UC Davis in June 2014 with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Biological Sciences, with an emphasis in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior, as well as a Bachelor's of Arts degree in English, with an emphasis in Literature, Criticism, and Analysis. I have worked as a tutor for six years. During this time, I have had the most experience tutoring pre-algebra, algebra, advanced algebra, geometry, Spanish and college-level algebra. I think based on the amount I...
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelors, Biological Sciences & English (Double Major)
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 162
Samuel: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...UCLA after studying Sociology and Government. After working briefly in politics, I decided to go into education, and since then I have spent time working in a charter school, as a private English tutor in Madrid, and with both private and non-profit academic support and enrichment programs. Over the years I've taught just about every subject. I love helping students develop a positive, can-do attitude in relation to subjects that used to make them feel...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education
Jennifer: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...working as a tutor and educator for over 8 years. I graduated from UC Berkeley's department of English, where I majored in English and American Literature and minored in 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...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College - Master of Arts, English Literature
Amanda: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...grade teacher, I love working with students to achieve reading and writing goals. I am a great tutor because I have over a decade of experience teaching children. I work with students to break down information into easy to manage pieces and make sure they are understanding each step as they go along. If students still seem to be struggling, I return to more basic concepts and help them build upon what they already know....
Education & Certification
SFSU - Bachelors, Education
Lucas: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...offering one-on-one tutoring in a variety of subjects to young learners in San Francisco. I am available throughout the year to aid elementary and high school students with math, science, English and social studies. I also offer lessons in French, statistics and research/composition skills-- plus test preparation for SAT, ACT, GED and GRE. I am an adaptable and communicative tutor, with a broad knowledge base and varied teaching experiences. After graduating magna cum laude from...
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Georgetown University - Bachelors, Int'l Environmental Studies (B.S.F.S.)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770
Talia: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...B.A. from Williams College in 2008, double majoring in Psychology and Sociology. In 2011, I received my California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential. I have been working in classrooms, providing academic support, since 2004. I have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs, from moderate to severe, and the gifted population. I am highly adept in tailoring education to fit each learner's needs, while maximizing output, motivation, and self-confidence. I sincerely enjoy working with children,...
Education & Certification
Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology
Jenny: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...junior at Washington University in St. Louis, studying Electrical Engineering (undergrad), Throughout high school but less so in college, I have tutored students and peers in academic areas more focused on writing and math. A core part of my teaching and learning philosophy is that I will have mastered a material if I can teach another person these concepts and come up with my own examples to illustrate my understanding. I will infuse this goal...
Education & Certification
Claremont McKenna College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 730
Jessica: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...graduate from Stanford University, where I earned my diplomas in Theatre and French, with a minor in Creative Writing. I grew up in Orange County, California, and for high school I studied Acting at the Orange County High School of the Arts. I have been tutoring since beginning my undergraduate career at Stanford University. In my free time, I set up a private tutoring practice in the Palo Alto/ Los Altos/ Redwood City areas. Upon...
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Stanford University - Bachelors, Theatre and French
Rebecca: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...a full-time preschool teacher. I've been in the Early Childhood Education field since March 2009. I am pursuing a Bachelors degree through Arizona State University's online program. I'm passionate about tutoring/teaching in writing, reading and English at the Preschool/Elementary school level. Writing and reading is not only a practical skill, but also engages creativity and critical thinking skills. I hope my clients find that writing and reading can be fun and enriching in their lives....
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Current Undergrad, Family and Human Development
Grace: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...think building confidence in a student is as important as building understanding. I have loved my studies and am eager to cultivate the same enthusiasm for learning in others. I am a recent graduate from the University of California, Berkeley. I received my Bachelor鈥檚 Degree in Geology from the Department of Earth and Planetary Science and completed my undergraduate education with honors. While my passion is earth science, I have had experience and academic success...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Geology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
Terry: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...graduate of San Francisco State University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English and a minor in Computer Science in 1981. Since graduation, I have worked as a professional programmer and project manager in Silicon Valley. Among the companies I have worked for are Intuit, where I was a project manager for Quicken, and Aclara BioSciences where I was a biotech programmer and manager. In 2006 I transitioned to teaching and have taught Computer...
Education & Certification
SFSU - Bachelor in Arts, English with Computer Science Minor
Milan: Oakland Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oakland, CA
...and Theater double-major at Stanford University in Northern California, Milan is very excited to be a part of the 大象传媒 team. His main academic interests are English, philosophy, math, and computer science, but Milan enjoys many other subjects (psychology, physics, and economics to name a few). He is fluent in Spanish and an active member of the Latino community. In his free time, he enjoys reading, writing, and taking the occasional photograph.
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelors, Computer Science, English (double major)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750
Private Reading Tutoring in Oakland, CA
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Oakland Reading Tutoring FAQ
Your child needs a firm grasp of reading in order to try to succeed in school and in life. Reading, along with math, forms the cornerstone of human civilization. The ability to preserve and advance knowledge through the written word has led to the creation of everything from historical works of literature to the invention of the internet. Understanding this important skill isn't easy for all students, but it is a necessary ability to score well on the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP), which is administered to students by the state. Students who need help advancing their reading comprehension can take advantage of the benefits personal tutors offer. 大象传媒 will hand-pick a reading tutor in Oakland, CA, who can work with your child's individual learning style, abilities, and personality in order to understand the subject.
Reading requires focused development. Your child needs to cultivate an extensive vocabulary and learn how to interpret those words in context in order to understand a piece of writing. Children can use skills like decoding, word recognition, and process reading to gain reading fluency. Once they have the ability to read, they will learn quicker and more easily, which could help them in all their classes. Finding a way to get your child interested in reading is important. Try to help your child do well with their reading course with the help of a professional expert tutor in Oakland.
A personal tutor will provide your student with a number of benefits. One-on-one instruction allows your child to take their time and learn at their own speed. Discussing written works with a tutor could help them comprehend concepts like theme, plot, and genre. A tutor can make sure the building blocks of reading are presented in an engaging way, and make your child's efforts to try to improve their reading skills fun. Students do well when they have the full attention of an experienced, friendly instructor. A private reading tutor in Oakland could give your child an edge over other students when preparing for papers, projects, or exams.
All tutors are enthusiastic reading teachers, and are focused on helping your child. They work flexible hours and respect family priorities. They'll mentor your child whenever you like, and will meet with them wherever is best - whether at home, at the public library, or even face-to-face online. A reading tutor 大象传媒 can find you in Oakland, CA, will give your student the type of individualized attention that simply won't be possible in a classroom. They'll help your child learn the skills they need to try to succeed in both academia and the business world.
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