990 Richmond Foreign Language Tutors

...As a CELDT (California English Language Development Test) proctor, I have enjoyed getting to work with students at every grade and level. Furthermore, having studied several foreign languages, I have a good sense for how grammar and syntax and idiomatic phrases can vary from one language to another, and how some of the expressions that we use in... read more

...I mostly use module system for teaching Russian language and Literature, e.g. Short stories for children by Leo Tolstoy - 1 module consisting of 5 lessons (1 story per lesson, developing reading, wrriting, speaking and listening skills, watching videos, home assignments are a must). Number of lessons in a module is negotiable, as well as choice... read more

...If you can "get into" literature, the world is yours. You may be a good writer, but the SAT may not think so. Learn the ins and outs of what is expected, and how to craft a high-scoring essay under pressure, without the benefit of time and thoughtfulness practiced in "process writing." You have to have the basic skills in English to even attempt... read more

...This includes one full year of anatomical training during naturopathic medical school. I have completed 2 training courses in desktop publishing, graphic design, and photoshop. I have three years experience teaching math to elementary school aged children, both in a Montessori school setting and outside of it. I have a bachelor's degree in Biology,... read more

...Phonemic awareness, knowing the 44 sounds the 26 letters in our alphabet make, is the necessary prerequisite for reading and writing. Phonemes are often confusing, especially when trying to pronounce a consonant, and often kids are confused when listening to discreet letter sounds. Teachers and parents must be careful to truncate the sound correctly... read more