520 Firdale Writing Tutors

...I have also taught ESL to individuals, small groups and full classrooms ranging in age from young teens to adults. Included among my students were individuals from Japan, China, South America, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia and India. I have worked for a company which provided the curriculum (Japanese exchange students) and have designed programs... read more

...My training at the university has also been supplemented by both trainings and a summer program I have taught for two off-campus tutoring sites. These trainings included study tips for not only subjects that require memorization of facts, but also writing-heavy subjects, where outlines and brainstorming are useful, and foreign languages. My own... read more

...Perhaps because of my background in languages and linguistics, I have a very good ear for helping students with pronunciation, and also grammar, which is a key to clear and powerful communication. Professionally, I have both a B.A. and an M.A. in English Language and Literature, with years of experience teaching writing, grammar, and literature... read more

...I believe that all languages are acquired through actively engaging in authentic and meaningful activities such as lively conversation combined with review and mastery of the fundamentals such as grammar, reading and writing. As a tutor I think it's crucial to determine your needs, goals, desires and expectations for learning English. In essence,... read more

...Because of that, I understand some Mandarin and can speak a little of it, as well. I also understand and can speak a little Spanish. I also know a little French. Language, especially English, is clearly my area of strength. I also can help with writing or study habits, generally. In addition to these subjects, I am familiar with the Social Sciences... read more