The Best Reading Tutors in Alhambra, CA

Hi everyone, my background in tutoring stems from work I did with the LA Youth crisis center where I volunteered tutoring the group of teens that were living there. The structure there had a bit of a classroom feel with an effort to understand each students needs. My personal style is to have some structured lessons but...See Jerred's full profile

I have 15 years of experience helping students of all ages and reading levels improve. I plan each class based on the needs and interests of each individual so they get where they want to go with confidence!See Dalal's full profile

What I have learned through my teaching is that the arts engage students and help them find new ways of understanding, memorizing, and processing. If your child is struggling with reading, writing, or critical thinking, I will diagnose their specific needs, then we will explore engaging ways to build that skill....See Carly's full profile

I have taught English literature and freshman writing at Duke, literature at Emerson College, and upper-level English and freshman writing courses at the US Naval Academy, where I was a tenure-track assistant professor of English. I emphasize close reading as a tool that empowers students to scrutinize, unpack,...See Calina's full profile

Certified Middle School Teacher with experience in reading. As a teacher, one of my main responsibilities was helping students develop critical thinking skills through reading. I know how to help students identify the plot, understand vocabulary, and extract meaning from a text – no matter how short or...See Paulina's full profile

A quotation hanging in my classroom reads: "The whole world opened to me when I learned to read." I teach because I know the power and joy of reading. I know that students who love to read will learn to read and will feel successful in school. I know that feeling successful in...See Savannah's full profile

Received a perfect score on the reading section of the SAT when I took it in 2016. I have also previously helped other students improve their score by over 100 points after being tutored by meSee Stephanie's full profile

I’m Andrew, a writer, poet and teacher who loves inspiring his students to bring out the best in their writing and reading skills. Lighting a spark in my students and seeing them excel where they once had doubts or difficulties is my absolute favorite part of tutoring. Though I have been writing poetry and...See Andrew's full profile

My favorite part of this work is getting to know each student and creating an individualized approach tailored to them. I'd love to help you clearly and creatively express your ideas or crack that play. Bring on your reading and writing homework, study skill needs, and essay tasks! I look forward to...See Lyssa's full profile

I passed each of the following examinations of competence the first time I "sat" for each exam: CBEST: 123 is PASS. I scored 190 and Above Average for each category. SSAT Single Subject Assessment for Teaching: Passing score 220 out 300 points. PRAXIS: Range 100-200. I scored 165 in Analytical Essay, 169 Interpret...See Izzy 's full profile

Even if you do not take Latin, vocabulary can be learned, although most students do not learn new words solely by looking them up on their own. How I teach vocabulary depends on your reading interests and learning style. Some do best when words encountered in reading assignments are defined and discussed;...See Martha's full profile

After graduating from Northwestern University, I moved to LA where I now work as a writer and college admissions specialist. My students have been accepted to Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Brown, Columbia, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, Duke, Vanderbilt, Emory, Georgia Tech, Wesleyan, NYU, University of Michigan, Purdue,...See Arianna's full profile

Using targeted learning strategies for specific students to achieve optimal outcomes, I apply interdisciplinary approaches and address learning styles. I work to improve reading comprehension, composition, grammar, and vocabulary. The Science of Reading is a touchstone of my teaching practice. In the...See Dr. Mara's full profile

As I said I have eight years of experience teaching ESL to adults. I also have a certificate from UCLA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). I have taught students from all over the world and can adapt my teaching methods to match your learning style so that you can feel more relaxed and have fun...See MARY's full profile

I believe in engaging students by tailoring lessons to their needs and personality. Communication, patience and understanding are a must for a successful rapport with the student. I studied at the prestigious Ecole Normale Supérieure in France and graduate Summa Cum Laude with a Master's in Linguistics and Literature as...See Cloe's full profile

Hi there—I’m a Columbia and USC grad with over a decade of experience in writing and film. I’m here to help students become more confident in their creativity—whether you’re crafting a standout college essay, polishing your script, or tackling a tough writing assignment. I also enjoy helping students with...See Ariana's full profile

As an educator for over 12 years, I’ve had many roles: K-5 classroom teacher, math and literacy coach and K-8 principal. In every role, teaching has been my favorite part –whether it be kindergarten reading, 6th grade math, or adult learning. I have a Master’s in Education from the University of Southern...See Nenji's full profile

Hello there! I am a pianist, music educator and teacher, currently offering private jazz- and classical piano lessons, as well as general academic studies, in Los Angeles’ beautiful Arts District and Online. I hold a Master’s Degree in Composition from USC, a Master’s Degree in Jazz Performance and Improvisation...See Anni's full profile

I am a former preschool tutor and worked with a group of four students to develop language and literacy skills. I trained to teach elementary subjects with Teach for America in Chicago, and worked with third graders to reinforce both math and reading skills last summer. I believe I can support your child, and...See Jose's full profile

I teach Rhetoric and Composition which involves a good amount of reading. My students range from academically gifted, to non native English speakers and students with special needs. My private students generally work on supplemental reading and literary analysis to help increase their confidence in...See Angela's full profile

I used to work at CircEsteem in Chicago for 3 years working with underprivileged youth in two sets of groups - kids ages 8-14 (which I tutored in all subjects), and high school kids, helping with math, reading, science, essays, and preparing them for college. This was one of my most favorite jobs and one of the...See Gabija's full profile

I work with English learners of all levels, though I am most experienced in working with students with at least a basic grasp of speaking and reading. I can help with grammar, sentence structure, essay writing, formal and informal writing, narrative writing, short stories, novels, etc. See Ryan's full profile

I have taught children as young as age four to learn how to read. Engaging them in interactive reading projects, I foster a love of reading in children ages pre-school through high school. This is an important goal: strong readers are strong students. A UCLA alumnus, I majored in English with a focus...See Jy's full profile

After graduating from California State University, Northridge, I began my teaching career working as an E.S.L. instructor/Educational Supervisor at Los Angeles ORT College where I remained for three years from 1989-1992. In 1992, I moved to Premier Academy in Pasadena/Arcadia. At Premier, I was the head English...See Michael's full profile

Thinking about applying to a world-class MBA program? If you’re ready to craft an application that’s true to you—and impossible to ignore—let’s connect. Applying to leading MBA programs demands more than just a strong academic and professional background – it requires an application that tells your unique...See H's full profile