The Best Reading Tutors in Calabasas, CA

I have taught phonics using the Abeka curriculum which was based on phonemic awareness building from the 5 vowels and then building on phonemes. My students were able to learn to decode words and read emergent reader books within 5-7 months. In addition I taught common sight words and blended to two philosophies...See Wendy's full profile

I have several years of professional experience in teaching ESL students skills in reading, writing, and speaking in both classroom and one-on-one sessions. In addition, Spanish is my second language. So I welcome Spanish-speaking students who want to develop their English language skills. See Nicole's full profile

I love reading. Reading is a window into all there is to know. Reading is a key to knowledge of the universe and to the joy of life. I love to teach reading and reading comprehension. See Alan's full profile

Extensive experience in tutoring reading and teaching children how to read for the past seven yearsSee Josh's full profile

With over a decade of dedicated experience, I have successfully taught writing to both first-year college students and high schoolers, specializing particularly in AP English Literature Exam essays, college research papers, and college admissions essays. My extensive tenure in the classroom (coupled with both of my...See Vana's full profile

I have worked with all types of elementary age children teaching English as a second language. Even though my class was for foreign kids, they ended up sending me ALL the kids who had trouble reading, and the results were amazing. See Ann Louise's full profile

My background in tutoring is both professional and volunteer, and both in-person and on-line. As a professional, I have established individual and small group sessions for students having difficulty with concepts and materials in a wide variety of English, business, economics, law, career development, safety and...See Dr. Eugene's full profile

After studying Sociology at University of Redlands, I began work at a library, where I have had the chance to assist dyslexic readers of all ages. I have the ability to think on my feet to make reading and computer usage accessible. I have knowledge of adaptable reading practices, fonts, and activities that...See Oliver's full profile

I graduated cum laude from UCLA with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Spanish. I have been tutoring K-12 students for over three years, with a focus on reading, writing, and vocabulary. I also teach Spanish and test prep, including the SAT, ACT, and PSAT. I love to read and write and I believe...See Elena's full profile

Having obtained my BA in English - Creative Writing, I am able to provide guidance with both the writing/creation and reading/deconstruction of written works. My question-focused teaching approach walks students through the process of identifying main ideas, significant details, mood and tone, symbols,...See Ligia's full profile

Hi, I’m Samali! I’m an undergraduate at Emory University on the pre-medical track, double majoring in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology & Psychology with a focus on Child Development. I’m actively involved in multiple research labs, which keeps me at the forefront of scientific thinking and practical...See Sam's full profile

I acted in high school and college, and have never outgrown my early love of seeing live performance. In college I studied English, and have read most of the dramatic literature of the English, American and French theatre. There is no way to learn about theatre better than reading plays aloud, so I would...See Jack's full profile

Russian is my native language, the language of my schooling, and the language in which I have read a great amount of literature. I tutored international students of different cultural backgrounds and age in Russian grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and speaking. My intensive methodology proves to be...See Karina's full profile

My goal is to help students of all ages excel in their biological sciences, English/writing, communications, philosophy, and theology courses. I particularly enjoy assisting students comprehend challenging readings and concepts (if given advanced notice) and with written assignments, especially long-form (5+...See William's full profile

Hi. I’m new to Wyzant, but not to teaching and tutoring. I’m a college lecturer and writer, who has experience tutoring lower level elementary students in reading. I have a bachelor’s degree from Southern Methodist University and a master’s in screenwriting from California State University, Northridge,...See Adrian's full profile

Reading comprehension is an essential component, perhaps *the* essential component, of every student's academic success. I believe it is crucial for students to not only develop good reading skills, but to learn to love to read as a way of life. I help students with all manner of English...See Carol Anne's full profile

I've been teaching SAT reading for almost 15 years. I've coached students to perfect scores on this section and to the 99+ percentile overall on the New SAT! I'm a pro at teaching reading comprehension and strategies for improving speed, comprehension and accuracy. See Brooke's full profile

Working with many students with IEPs, I’ve been successful in supporting reluctant or struggling readers through high interest, student-driven reading choices and interactive, fun, and creative reading activities that help students build confidence and engagement. Because of my extensive background in the...See Heidi's full profile

Profiled in Who's Who in America, I am an award-winning television writer and performer, author, former Boston University graduate school teaching assistant, and Los Angeles private school English teacher. I welcome the opportunity to help students gain more confidence in their own abilities. My decades of writing for...See Andy's full profile

I have taught English and Creative Writing to grades three through twelve. I have also tutored high school and college students to write papers on literature. Working with California Poets in the Schools, I have conducted poetry workshops in grammar schools, middle schools and high schools. I approach students with an...See David's full profile

I love teaching one-on-one because it is personal and the student achieves results so much faster. The lightbulb going off is so gratifying! Subjects that I specialize in are all levels of the ISEE, the HSPT, SSAT, SAT, ACT, and how to strategize taking standardized exams (and managing test anxiety!). English, writing,...See Georgianne's full profile

Reading instruction entails decoding, fluency, and comprehension. I use the Wilson Reading program to build decoding and fluency skills. I have participated in workshops, such as Lindamood Bell Visualizing and Verbalizing program, that gives Reading teachers a strong background for teaching students...See Jada's full profile

I am a Math and SAT Test Prep Tutor with over 15 years of experience. I am also currently the mathematics and science (biology, physics) teacher at a private school in the Los Angeles area. I specialize in tutoring in Mathematics: Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus AB/BC, Statistics, SAT and ACT......See Chi's full profile

My training as an Educational Therapist includes the Orton Gillingham reading method that targets foundational reading skills and grows a student's decoding skills, reading fluency and comprehension. See Cynthia's full profile

I especially like to help older students who may not have mastered the skill of reading and are struggling in school due to poor comprehension in their other subjects. Helping someone feel confident about reading aloud, a skill that can be needed at any time, is also a strong priority for me. See Linda's full profile