406 Oakland ESOL Tutors

...As the student becomes more advanced I slowly develop the lesson content so it is eventually conducted completely in Portuguese. I also enjoy very much teaching English as a second language. It is exciting to see my student feel more empowered as his or her English skills are honed through diligent practice. I look forward to our first session!... read more

...I use many different methods to engage my students; the approach I would use with a young child would differ greatly from the method I would use with an adult business person. I often incorporate music, film, games and current affairs in my lessons. I would be happy to explain, in detail, to potential clients what my methods are, but the truth is... read more

...This applies to improving performance in written course work in the form of essays, reports, and other forms of academic composition, as well as boosting oral communication and comprehension ability through exercises in conversation and public speaking. To stand up in front of a group and talk may sound like a simple task, but it's one that can... read more

...I consider these things, along with information that I get from students and families, and make a plan for not just what a student needs to learn but how they will most easily learn it. I think communication and partnership between a tutor, a student, and the student's family is essential for student success. I've been a classroom teacher for over... read more

...I have a background studying American government, the U.S. Constitution, the Federal Court system, and U.S. legislation and regulations. I have also studied political and economic development in Asia (with an emphasis on Korea and Japan). I can help you do research, write papers, and study for exams on a wide range of government-related topics.... read more