The Best English Tutors in Berkeley, CA

I have 14 years of experience teaching ELA writing and reading comprehension across K–12, including four years teaching high school English and AP English Language. I’ve helped many 11th-grade students strengthen literary analysis, thesis development, and timed writing skills. I’m experienced in...See Jason's full profile

As a student at UC Berkeley's Bioengineering PhD program, I leverage deep knowledge in the fields of machine learning, biochemistry, calculus, and biology in my research every day. Previously, I developed image analysis pipelines for high-throughput analysis of central nervous system tumors for therapeutic development. I...See Alexandre's full profile

"You can teach a student a lesson for a day; but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives." ~Clay P. Bedford I earned a Ph.D. doing Genetics research at the University of Utah. Knowledge is always fascinating to me: a concept is not just a concept,...See Heng's full profile

For the past year, I was a member of Cal State East Bay's Biliteracy and Content Area Integrated Preparation (BCAIP), which, in short, shifts the idea that I teach English to I teach bilingualism. In other words, I try to support both language developments. See Ward's full profile

I am a writing scholar and veteran educator with 20+ years of teaching experience at the secondary and university level. I have taught all aspects of writing and I was one of the original architects of the writing performance task. Can assist adults in completing cover letters, proposals, personal and research...See Lanette's full profile

Dr. Jeffrey W. has taught English and Comparative Literature at UC Berkeley and UC Davis for fourteen years. He has tutored students to prepare for the ACT and SAT since 2015. Jeffrey holds an undergraduate degree from Yale University, a Masters from the Graduate Theological Union, Berkeley, an MPhil from the...See Jeffrey's full profile

As a National Merit Scholar at UCLA, I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature (one of my double majors). I read and studied the great masters of English and American Literature in concentrated depth and detail; in addition I produced many papers analyzing and interpreting those great...See Kalpa's full profile

AP Language and Composition: Straight As and scored a 5 on the AP Exam.See Aditya's full profile

Whether you are in school or out of school, and whether you are a native or non-native speaker, I can teach you to write clearly and confidently. I can also give you expert guidance if you are having trouble writing an essay about a work of literature or literary criticism. I taught English for 9 years, first at...See John's full profile

I received a perfect score of "5" on both the AP English Language and Literature exams. Essay writing is a key expertise of mine -- I help students from the initial phases of brainstorming and outlining through the revising of essay drafts. I help students craft well-written, powerful essays that meet...See Richard's full profile

I have an associate of arts degree in Women's and Gender Studies and English with a focus on applying critical feminist political analysis using liberal, queer, Marxist, and international lenses. Much of my academic work focuses on the ways in which local, national, and global politics results from...See Samantha's full profile

My work included teaching and tutoring students who were in one or more of the following programs: tutoring before and after school, classes during the school day, gifted/GATE, athletics, extracurriculars, pathways, science, mathematics, robotics, ASB, writing, reading, English, History-Social Science,...See Stephen's full profile

English as a course of study involves both grammar, punctuation, and spelling, as well as techniques for thinking about and responding to literature in essays and other forms. Appreciation of our language as reader and writer and speaker makes up a complete English student.See James's full profile

After many years I wanted a change. I decided to go to Costa Rica for my TEFL Certification to learn to teach English as a Second Language (ESL). I’ve been teaching now for 10 years. I specialize in Speaking by building confidence in all areas of learning English. I teach very beginners to advanced...See Jessica's full profile

Hi, I'm Caitlin! I'm a data scientist with a background in maths and computer science, based in SF. I've been tutoring since 2017, helping students master topics ranging from algebra and calculus to Python and machine learning. I love breaking down complex concepts into clear, manageable steps, and my approach...See Caitlin's full profile

I am a native Japanese and English speaker, with formal education and bilingual work experience in both Japan and the US. I've taught English/ESL in Japan and the US, and have extensive experience working, communicating, and educating non-native speakers of English. I've worked...See Naomi's full profile

I graduated Cum Laude from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and a minor in Musical Theatre. I have over nine years of tutoring experience, working with students in Spanish, English, and Math, as well as teaching basic Human Anatomy to K–5 learners. My background...See Alicia's full profile

I have a total of five years of college writing tutoring experience, a year of college writing TA experience, and I have worked extensively with students with a wide variety of backgrounds, writing levels, and personal writing goals. I have worked with both native English speakers and English Language...See Meghan's full profile

Provide individualized instruction in reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and literary analysis. Guide students through the writing process from brainstorming to revision while helping them develop clear arguments, strong organization, and effective communication skills. Support middle and high school students in...See RD's full profile

I have my emergency credential to teach in California and was a substitute teacher with LAUSD where I mostly taught ESL, FRENCH, SPANISH, ENGLISH AND SOCIAL STUDIES. I also hold a Master's Degree in International Education Management from MIIS in Monterey. The other main subject I teach is...See Hinda's full profile

I earned my English teaching credential from Humboldt State University and have taught middle school and high school English for three years. During my teaching career I have been trained in AVID instruction, which is a teaching philosophy that prepares students for college and academic success. In addition...See David's full profile

I'm Tom! I designed and completed one of the world's first interdisciplinary doctorates in AI Ethics at UC Berkeley. Before that, I first earned a Bachelor's degree, double majoring in Philosophy and Sociology and earning a Best Senior Thesis award. I then lived for two years in Europe, first as a Fulbright Scholar in...See Thomas's full profile

I have supported middle school, high school, college, and adult English students in addition to teaching composition at the community college level.See Vanessa's full profile

If you are looking for a tutor that will make you a better writer, look no further. After a few sessions with me, you will learn how to write like a pro. You don't need to know a lot of fancy words to be good at English, even though some didacts are partial to pupils who pepper their prose with grandiloquent...See Aaron's full profile

Hi, I'm Phillip. I have a bachelor's in math from UC Berkeley, and have passed multiple junior level computer science, physics, and statistics courses as well. I have always loved math and it's applications. I have also always loved tutoring, especially in STEM subjects. There is always a fresh perspective to discover,...See Phillip's full profile