Top Phonics Tutors serving San Francisco-Bay Area

Amanda: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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. I use a variety of methods in my tutoring including visual aids, hands-on materials, books, and online sources to ensure that all students' learning styles are compatible with my lesson plans. Building a connection with my students is extremely important to me.... My teaching philosophy...
Education & Certification
SFSU - Bachelors, Education

Jennifer: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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 forward to working with students! I'm available to help, instruct, and work collaboratively with anyone...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College - Master of Arts, English Literature

Talia: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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, listening to their stories, and sharing a laugh as I impart knowledge...
Education & Certification
Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology

Steven: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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 working one-on-one with a student, I am able to cater my teaching style towards his or her learning style, ultimately allowing the student to better learn the material. Beyond the academics, in my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis and hiking or exploring the...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34

Jennifer: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...but it can be even more fun once you get it. To me, chemistry is the perfect blend of science and math, which is great since I enjoy both! You can learn from the most basic atoms (don't trust them, they make up everything!) to the most complex proteins to applications in the real world. Chemistry is fun to learn, teach, and experience, so I try to make those random concepts as interesting and applicable...
Education & Certification
University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 780

Jason: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...History from Columbia University in the City of New York. I also earned my J.D. from Yeshiva University. I have been an ESL Tutor and college application Advisor on and off for the past 5 years in Asia and the U.S. I can help students prepare for the LSAT, improve their writing skills, and public speaking ability, among other things. In my spare time, I enjoy sports, writing, cooking, and surfing the Internet.
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and History
Yeshiva University - Juris Doctor, Law
LSAT: 165

Lila Ann: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...advanced; grammar, conjugations, pronunciation, conversation, culture. I completed my M.A. at Yale University (African Studies, 2014), and my B.A. magna cum laude from Smith College (American Studies & Dance, 2009). During college, I studied in Paris, France for a full year, and successfully applied for a Fulbright Grant that allowed me to do ten months of research on contemporary dance in Burkina Faso (in francophone West Africa) after graduating. My teaching experience includes serving as...
Education & Certification
Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies; Dance

Robin: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...science, nursing, law, business, and taxation. I have owned and operated a private legal practice and nurse testing company, and I am TEFL certified. I have taught and mentored nurses and law students in classroom and clinical settings, and I have assisted professors while working in a university library on various research projects. I like to teach and work with students empowering them to develop their talents and achieve their personal goals.
Education & Certification
CSULB - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
USF - Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies

Sara: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...enrolled in a psychology program in Irvine, where I now live, that supports my drive to learn more about the human mind and condition. I bring the principles of counseling into every student interaction: non-judgment, respect, thinking with rather than for, and empathy shape my work with students and clients of all ages. And, above all else, I enter every interaction with the following belief: Every person has potential. Every person has the ability to...
Education & Certification
Scripps College - Bachelor in Arts, General Literature
University of California-Irvine - Certificate, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34

Clayton: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...learning environment where the student can feel safe making mistakes. Mistakes are, in fact, often the most direct route to success. It's easy to forget this when dealing with frustrating material that doesn't make sense. I'm here to help you remember that, and even more importantly, to remember to have fun with it! I hold a B.A. in Psychology from San Francisco State University, and have a background working with kids through a variety of...
Education & Certification
San Francisco State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Jennifer: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
I am committed to providing my students with the best learning experience achievable. I strive to cater to their needs and challenge them to achieve their academic goals. ... I believe that every student can reach their personal potential. In order to do so, both student and educator must communicate with each other to use the student's strengths to overcome any challenges the student may face.... I always like to learn about the student's goals, interests,...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy
University of Southern California - Masters, Teaching

Julie: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...in sociology and a double minor in visual arts and philosophy. During my undergraduate career I worked with students as young as preschool and as old as high school seniors on their reading and writing skills. I truly believe that reading and writing is the key to understanding and interacting with the world in a positive way. I know certain books have changed my life and I hope to instill the same passion I have...
Education & Certification
Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Urban Education
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 700

Ashley: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...I am also available to assist individuals for whom English is their second language. I have a passion for both language and deep Literary Analysis, and am available for English Reading and Writing assistance, as well as general homework help in Humanities and Proofreading. My teaching philosophy highly emphasizes collaboration: we will work together to improve in areas that need strengthening. I also have helped students with study skills, brainstorming, outlining, revision, and grammar. Teaching...
Education & Certification
CSUS - Bachelor in Arts, English

Katie: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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 sense. I also have experience with ACT Test Preparation. I have a love for learning,...
Education & Certification
Truman State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Truman State University - Masters, Education
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Samantha: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...and make learning fun. Last Summer, while working at Kids Science Labs, a science camp for ages 3-12, we explored all types of science concepts-from rockets to the environment to our bodies-using hands-on experiments. These camps taught the kids so much, but felt nothing like school. It was fun not only for them, but for me as well! I have taken this fun experience and applied it to my own teaching style. I firmly believe...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education and Anthropology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Jessica: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...of diverse backgrounds, learning styles and academic levels. I love creating unique activities for my students that align with their personalities and interests in order to motivate them. I believe in the power of data to drive student growth, focusing on benchmark assessments in order to set and track goals along the way, so that students are invested in what we are accomplishing together. I do my best to make learning fun, interactive and positive...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Political Science, Urban Studies
New York University - Current Grad Student, Master of Public Administration

Dylan: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...an event or of an author's main argument and styles, they learn more than basic information to repeat in a test: they begin to master the information and use it to approach new material with greater preparedness. I always want the learner's outcome to be a compoundable skill. For students learning to read and write better, I believe it's all about structure. There are simple constructs of idea, speaker, and audience that must be conveyed...
Education & Certification
Fordham College at Lincoln Center - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre Performance in Romance Languages
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430

Eli: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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 looking forward to learning with you soon!... In order to get...
Education & Certification
Houghton College - Bachelors, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
ACT Reading: 31

Kathleen: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...I worked as a kindergarten teacher at IDEA Public Schools. I will be beginning a Masters Program in Education this fall at the University of Texas at Austin with a certification in teaching 7-12th English. My goal as a professional is to unite my love of literature with my passion for social justice to become an inspirational and effective educator of underserved preteen and teenage students. My tutoring style is very positive and encouraging, and...
Education & Certification
Hamilton College - Bachelors, English/ Anthropolgoy
The University of Texas at Austin - Current Grad Student, Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 750

Jeanne: San Francisco-Bay Area Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...professional experience. I also worked for a year at the Cleveland State Writing Center, where I helped college students improve their writing skills. I love tutoring in all its forms, but I am particularly passionate about ACT/SAT prep, writing, and high school math. Writing has always been a passion of mine, and I feel like it is applicable to so many parts of life. It is also so fulfilling to see a student improve on the...
Education & Certification
Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
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