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Rachel R. for tutoring lessons in Los Angeles CA Over 100 tutoring hours WyzAnt Tutoring Tutor Tutor United States

Rachel R.

Rachel - College Entrance, GRE, NCLEX, essays, test anxiety.

Los Angeles, CA (90035)

Travel Radius 40 miles
Hourly Fee $60.00
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I provide the following types of tutoring:

1. "High stakes testing": SAT, ACT, GRE, NCLEX,and Social Work Exam
2. Essay writing: college admissions and test preparation
3. Phonics and reading.

IMPROVING YOUR CHANCES FOR COLLEGE OR GRADUATE SCHOOL
I know what it means to do well on these tests and launch yourself into your new career. It means a new future and having your dreams come true! Whatever the issue is, I can show you how to improve your performance on these high-stakes test which are so crucial to your future. Many people have taken these tests repeatedly and still not achieved their goals. I can help. If you are motivated, you do not need to waste any more time, money, and worry; in a short time I can give you the tools you need to do well.

CONQUERING FEAR
Many students already have the knowledge and capacity to do well on the tests they attempt, but fear paralyzes them and they feel they "just can't think" when faced with the real testing situation. Let me help you in a brief time to overcome this once and for all and be able to do your best on tests!

READING
What does it mean to "decode"? This is jargon for the ability to know what sound each letter or combination of letters will make, in order to say a word in your head and then READ it out loud! Sounds simple, but many students have not been taught the BASICS of phonics and do not know how to begin to read a word or a phrase. I can show you simple rules that will always work for you and you can be a happy, successful reader!

How do you know I can help you?

I have a long history of writing successfully and powerfully. I have written numerous federal grants for millions of dollars. I have written academic papers in two Master's programs and one PhD program, some for publication. I have many happy, satisfied students who have come from "C" and "D" levels to "A" and "B" levels, and students who failed a professional test three times and then were able to obtain the help they needed and passed with flying colors!

How do I work with students?
First, I provide a free phone interview through WyzAnt to see if your needs and my tutoring system are a good fit for both of us. If we both feel this will work, in the first session, I do a diagnostic interview to discover your capabilities at this time and your goals for the tutoring sessions. I will give you a brief "pre-test" so we will have something to use to measure your progress. Then we start the work, which will not seem so much like work as a pleasant journey to the place you want to go! I like for you to set the pace, but I will work as quickly as you can progress. I can do a lot even in one session, and if you need a series, I offer discounts through WyzAnt.

PLEASE SEE A FULL DESCRIPTION OF MY RATES IN THAT SECTION: RATES AND POLICIES.

Good luck in all your goals.
Rachel

Rachel's Subjects

Math:
  • algebra 1,
  • prealgebra,
  • probability
Science:
English:
Test Preparation:
Language:
Special Needs:
Elementary Education:
Business:
Sports/Recreation:
Corporate Training:
Homeschool:

Vocabulary

A good vocabulary is crucial to a student's success on many high-stakes tests, such as the SAT and the GRE, and tests oriented towards a profession, such as the LSAT. I use techniques which help students to learn words that are critical on these tests, and also learn how to take apart a new word and make a very good guess about its meaning.

Mastery of a strong vocabulary will also increase your score on the writing portion of a test. Increasingly, admissions committees have found that... Read More

Reading

Reading difficulties are often based on an incorrect understanding of Phonics. The first thing I do is have the student read three passages of different types of books, and also tell me about the challenges experienced to date. Then I tell the student where the problems are, and we make a plan to improve the reading. If there are serious learning difficulties , then I will refer the student to another type of professional, but usually it is something that can be corrected with proper information... Read More

Writing

The ability to write well is crucial to a student's success on high-stakes tests such as the SAT and GRE, and professional tests such as the LSAT. I can show you the factors which concern the graders, and give you tips on how to score higher in the writing portions.

In addition to offering tutoring for these tests, I also offer a service to students in the college admissions process: I can help you write an interesting and compelling essay which makes a strong statement about your unique... Read More

English

I have helped a number of International Students at UCLA here in Los Angeles. I am very patient. We go over first what the structure of sentences is, in your native language, and what is the common usage of parts of speech such as articles. Then I help you to see why you are making the mistakes in English that you are, because the mistakes are based on your "thinking" in the previous language. From there, we can together devise ways to make your English sound like a native English speaker!

GRE

I love to tutor students who are planning to take the Graduate Record Exam. There are definitely ways to increase your scores in each section, including the Essay section which can be scary for some students. In our sessions, and in the homework I recommend, you will see that there are strategies to use in preparation for the exam, which will improve your scores. I also teach test-taking strategies and techniques to help you focus on test day, while decreasing your stress. Please take a look at... Read More

Nursing

Nursing programs have become more rigorous, and are difficult for students to master without a tutor. I tutor students who are in Nursing school, and also those who have graduated from LVN and AA and BSN programs and are now taking the Nursing Board Exams. Many people have taken these Board exams two or three times, or even more, and still not passed, and they need a tutor. I can help you pass your courses and your exams.

Spelling

I like to help students who are having a hard time with a writing project, or who want to improve their scores on the writing portion of a particular test.

I also help people complete their theses and dissertations! Sometimes a person can become a bit paralyzed and unable to move forward in a big project. I have written two theses and a dissertation proposal, and I teach specific techniques to help you get "un-stuck" and move forward.

Phonics

I have a passion for teaching students the secrets of phonics! Whether you are an adult who is struggling to make sense of English words which do not seem to "follow the rules" or you are a parent who is frustrated with watching your child struggle, I can help!

I am an excellent writer and tutor. I scored in the 94th percentile on the Graduate Record Exam Writing Portion. This means that I scored higher than 93 out of 100 people taking the test throughout the world!

There... Read More

Study Skills

I have helped young students, and adult students, to organize and prioritize, in order to improve their study skills. First, together we do an assessment of what the issues are and why you think you need help with study skills. Some typical ways that I help students are the following:

1.ORGANIZING SUPPLIES AND A PLACE TO WORK. Review what supplies you have, compile a list of needed supplies, and organize a regular workplace. If you do not have a place where you can work every night... Read More

Special Needs

I am experienced in tutoring students who have Downs syndrome and students who have learning differences. I use a multi-sensory approach and student involvement. I use play dough, large flip charts, and giant "post-its" that we put on the wall as we learn new things. The students enjoy their tutoring sessions. I would be glad to talk with any parent about goals for the student and my tutoring approach.

ESL/ESOL

I have helped many international students here in Los Angeles, for whom English is not their native langugage. I work on three areas:
1. SPOKEN English;
2. WRITTEN English,
3. Mastering ESSAY WRITING for high-stakes tests such as the IELTS.
When SPEAKING English, international students will often use the sentence structure of their native language, and I show them how to change this pattern. I have worked with Asian students, Hispanic students, and recently a student whose... Read More

Sewing

I can help you in the following ways;
1. Understanding the use of patterms and the importance of properly laying out the patterns onto the fabric;
2. Basting and sewing seams;
3. Inserting a zipper: side seam and back seam;
4.Inserting a sleeve;
5. Selecting and attaching buttons and other fasteners;
5. Finishing touces on a garment.
These are the basic things which will give you a good start on sewing.

NCLEX

I have a Master of Science in Nursing from Yale School of Nursing and I have specific techniques for helping students prepare for the NCLEX. I particularly like to help students who have tried to pass the test and failed it before.There is a certain approach to the NCLEX that helps students. Many students who have worked hard to finish Nursing School find that they are delayed in entering the profession because they fail the state licensure test. Proper preparation for the test will help to prevent... Read More

Career Development

These are the ways in which I help with career development:
1. Determine what the student's background is to date and what vision he/she has for the future;
2. Determine if professional testing is indicated in such areas as abilities or interests;
3. Once a clear vision of the future emerges, along with results of any tests if they are indicated, then help the student develop a series of goals;
4. Determine with the student what are the priorities within this set of goals;Read More

College Counseling

I have successfully helped students to write excellent college entrance essays. As an experienced MSW counselor, I help them to see their own unique strengths and life experiences to add to the essay, so their own abilities will shine. Each person has special qualities which can be emphasized, so that the essay does not sound like everyone else. I use a four-step process:
1. Reviewing with them their existing resume and Personal Statement;
2. Using a mutual process in which we draft... Read More

Bar Exam

I am an expert tutor for high-stress, "high stakes" exams. I am certified to tutor for the LSAT for students appplying to law schools. In grading the bar exam for law school graduates, the graders are looking for signs that you KNOW THE LAW, and can use the fact patterns in a LOGICAL way to apply the law to the situation. I prepare students for writing logical, well-organized essays in a time-limited situation. The essays must be well-formatted with subdivisions. I prepare students for the MBE... Read More

CBEST

I tutor students to help them prepare for this test, in the three areas that the CBEST tests: Verbal and Math ability as well as Writing. In the Writing area, which has six key areas of grading, I particularly stress organization, development (use of supporting information), and structure (including grammar), three key areas in which students are often weak.

I am qualified for this in two ways: 1) I obtained a 94th percentile on my own graduate entrance tests (GRE) which include Verbal... Read More

ISEE

I have tutored for the Independent School Entrance Examination. My students have excellent results. There are definitely techniques, which can be learned, that will result in a higher score. I help students with reading and math skills, reading comprehension (including how to increase their vocabulary), quantitative math reasoning,and also essay writing. The essay portion of the ISEE is not scored, but it is transmitted to the school to which the student is applying. It is important that the student... Read More

TEAS

TEAS is a multiple-choice examination with 170 questions, that tests Essential Academic Skills and assesses the student's potential for success in nursing school. The exam tests four areas:
Math
English
Science
Language
Because of my years of experience in tutoring for the NCLEX Nursing Board Exam and the GRE (Graduate Record Examination) I am proficient in tutoring students for this high-stakes test. I first do a pretest to assess your current levels in the four areas,... Read More

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