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I have years of experience teaching students the relationship between sounds and letters. I help the beginner reader with letter/sound recognition and blending to make words, as well as provide reinforcement of non-mastered skills to older students. I promote phonemic awareness through fun learning games and...
I have years of experience teaching students the relationship between sounds and letters. I help the beginner reader with letter/sound recognition and blending to make words, as well as provide reinforcement of non-mastered skills to older students. I promote phonemic awareness through fun learning games and...
Melody knows how to work with my very distracted 4th grade son. She is patient and is constantly observing him to identify areas of weakness and strength. At his initial tutoring session, Melody was able to analyze the environme... - Ana, 39 lessons with Melody

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I have been a highly qualified phonics teacher for several years now. I use the Wilson Reading System, in all my phonics instruction. I incorporate my own phonics games, that I've created, to make the learning of phonics more engaging and effective for students.
I have been a highly qualified phonics teacher for several years now. I use the Wilson Reading System, in all my phonics instruction. I incorporate my own phonics games, that I've created, to make the learning of phonics more engaging and effective for students.
Jada had an amazing tutoring session with my son, who has ADHD. Her ability to engage him online was remarkable, and he is genuinely excited for future sessions. Her tailored approach and interactive techniques kept him motivated ... - Sharday, 4 lessons with Jada

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Hi! My name is Caly, and I am a graduate from UC San Diego with a B.S. in Biochemistry and Cell Biology and minor in Psychology and completed up to multivariable calculus. Throughout the years, I have found that my passion has always been in education, and I am currently in the process of applying for a California...
Hi! My name is Caly, and I am a graduate from UC San Diego with a B.S. in Biochemistry and Cell Biology and minor in Psychology and completed up to multivariable calculus. Throughout the years, I have found that my passion has always been in education, and I am currently in the process of applying for a California...

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I’m Nenji! 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...
I’m Nenji! 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...
My child learned so much in her first session!! Shes very knowledgeable and provides a individualized learning plan for my daughter. - Maya, 4 lessons with Nenji

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I provide specialized reading therapy rooted in the belief that when a student struggles, it is often the approach—not the child—that needs to change. With 25 years of experience, I have built an extensive toolkit of research-backed methods that allow me to truly tailor instruction to meet each student’s unique...
I provide specialized reading therapy rooted in the belief that when a student struggles, it is often the approach—not the child—that needs to change. With 25 years of experience, I have built an extensive toolkit of research-backed methods that allow me to truly tailor instruction to meet each student’s unique...

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As a trained actor/director in the Theatre, we are extensively trained to use the sounds found in language. It has been a very successful tool to use my theatre training to make studying phonics accessible and fun for children and adults.
As a trained actor/director in the Theatre, we are extensively trained to use the sounds found in language. It has been a very successful tool to use my theatre training to make studying phonics accessible and fun for children and adults.
Elizabeth, thank you for all that you do. You always find different technique to simplify things. Noah really look forward to his sessions with you, always. You rock! - Natalie, 56 lessons with Elizabeth

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For the last 25 years I've worked in Education as a classroom teacher, homeschool teacher, a substitute teacher, an AVID tutor and a private tutor as well as working in the school office as an Attendance Technician and School Secretary. I've taught all my students, including adults to become intelligent, tolerant,...
For the last 25 years I've worked in Education as a classroom teacher, homeschool teacher, a substitute teacher, an AVID tutor and a private tutor as well as working in the school office as an Attendance Technician and School Secretary. I've taught all my students, including adults to become intelligent, tolerant,...

Near Compton, CA
As an elementary school teacher I teach all subjects including phonics.
As an elementary school teacher I teach all subjects including phonics.

Near Compton, CA
Throughout my teaching and substituting experience I have incorporated the sound cards from Open Court and Hought and Mifflin curriculum. I have also incorporated the DIBLES to encourage phonic skills.
Throughout my teaching and substituting experience I have incorporated the sound cards from Open Court and Hought and Mifflin curriculum. I have also incorporated the DIBLES to encourage phonic skills.
Natasha made my daughter feel very comfortable on their first session. She is exactly what we are looking for in a tutor. - Anthony, 20 lessons with Natasha

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I have experience in teaching students from diverse schools all throughout Los Angeles. I am a substitute teacher for Whittier Unified. I am also a part-time Phonics and Reading teacher for Kindergarten students. In my past, I have been a 3rd grade teacher for 2 yrs at a school district in Bakersfield, Ca. I have...
I have experience in teaching students from diverse schools all throughout Los Angeles. I am a substitute teacher for Whittier Unified. I am also a part-time Phonics and Reading teacher for Kindergarten students. In my past, I have been a 3rd grade teacher for 2 yrs at a school district in Bakersfield, Ca. I have...
Anne has been tutoring our son for several months, and he has learned a lot. He is in kindergarten and is reading fairly well, writing, picking up rhyming and knows his sight words. Anne is a very good teacher. You will see your c... - Tamara, 33 lessons with Anne

Orrin-Gillingham Certificate and 24 years of teaching individually, small group and whole group phonics lessons.
Orrin-Gillingham Certificate and 24 years of teaching individually, small group and whole group phonics lessons.
Don has been wonderful to work with. He is patient, knowledgeable, and does a great job making Kohen feel comfortable during lessons. He takes the time to understand where Kohen is struggling and explains phonics concepts in a way... - Felicia, 9 lessons with Don

...memorable. I adapt each lesson to the learner’s pace and needs, using resources such as the Pete the Cat Phonics Box Set, The Bambino Tree Phonics Flash Cards, and Teach Reading with Orton–Gillingham to reinforce foundational skills. Whether supporting...
...memorable. I adapt each lesson to the learner’s pace and needs, using resources such as the Pete the Cat Phonics Box Set, The Bambino Tree Phonics Flash Cards, and Teach Reading with Orton–Gillingham to reinforce foundational skills. Whether supporting...
Ann is very kind, gentle spoken, knowledgeable, attentive, and patient tutor for my daughter. My daughter loves English, but struggled to focus on topics and book selections. She has been very caring and even follow up with little... - Masae, 47 lessons with Ann

I have successfully completed training in Orton Gillingham through the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education, covering both Comprehensive and Morphology levels. I have been using Orton Gillingham for five years and love the difference it has made...
I have successfully completed training in Orton Gillingham through the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education, covering both Comprehensive and Morphology levels. I have been using Orton Gillingham for five years and love the difference it has made...

My studies in linguistics included a strong foundation in phonetics, phonology, and language development, all of which deepened my understanding of phonics as a tool to build reading and spelling skills. Since 1999, I have worked on these...
My studies in linguistics included a strong foundation in phonetics, phonology, and language development, all of which deepened my understanding of phonics as a tool to build reading and spelling skills. Since 1999, I have worked on these...
James tutored our 2nd grader in math for 15 lessons in the Spring/Summer of 2nd grade, and covered many topics from addition and subtraction, through data collection and multiplication. Long story short, James is great and we h... - Mike, 14 lessons with James

I am a reading expert that has been using phonics in my approach for many decades now. I assess and determine a student's personal needs prior to starting a program. Once I have done that, I continue to adjust as needed until the...
I am a reading expert that has been using phonics in my approach for many decades now. I assess and determine a student's personal needs prior to starting a program. Once I have done that, I continue to adjust as needed until the...
Needed a language arts teacher for my son (10th grade). Mary was very patient and attentive. She knew the materials well to assist with reading comprehension. She even reviewed his essays and gave effective feedback. Highly recomm... - Stephanie, 25 lessons with Mary

Phonics is a key component to reading and writing. I currently tutor Kindergarten and first graders in reading and writing. Learning the sounds of letters and forming them into words also requires patience and I am an extremely patient...
Phonics is a key component to reading and writing. I currently tutor Kindergarten and first graders in reading and writing. Learning the sounds of letters and forming them into words also requires patience and I am an extremely patient...
I honestly have no idea what I would have done without Eden. I had emailed her one day over the summer, and she instantly responded. She helped me with SAT math, and I jumped a good 200 points from my previous score. Just in math!... - Mikayla, 18 lessons with Eden

I took two courses in Linguistics and also took a literacy course that focused primarily on phonics. I have used and will continue to use age and grade appropriate testing materials to find student strengths and weakness in phonics...
I took two courses in Linguistics and also took a literacy course that focused primarily on phonics. I have used and will continue to use age and grade appropriate testing materials to find student strengths and weakness in phonics...
Alexandra did a very nice job with our lesson on the IPA in making things clear. Only tip for improvement would to be more orderly in approach. Overall, she is an amazing tutor and very insightful, patient, and helpful. - Grace

Phonics has been a life-long interest for me ever since I was introduced to phonics through elementary school workbooks. I quickly mastered the many rules of vowel and consonant combinations, and I went on to become a spelling bee...
Phonics has been a life-long interest for me ever since I was introduced to phonics through elementary school workbooks. I quickly mastered the many rules of vowel and consonant combinations, and I went on to become a spelling bee...
Allen had just one month to make a difference in my daughter’s ACT math score, and he absolutely delivered. He quickly pinpointed her weak areas, created a focused plan, and worked through them with clarity and precision. The resu... - Sky, 21 lessons with Allen

I am a certified Reading Specialist (M.Ed.) with training in Orton-Gillingham–aligned instruction. I specialize in structured literacy and phonics intervention for students in grades K–6, particularly those with dyslexia or persistent...
I am a certified Reading Specialist (M.Ed.) with training in Orton-Gillingham–aligned instruction. I specialize in structured literacy and phonics intervention for students in grades K–6, particularly those with dyslexia or persistent...

I use a supportive, two-step approach to teach phonics. First, we play engaging games to practice specific sounds and spelling patterns in isolation. This keeps learning fun and prevents students from getting tired. Next, we read actual...
I use a supportive, two-step approach to teach phonics. First, we play engaging games to practice specific sounds and spelling patterns in isolation. This keeps learning fun and prevents students from getting tired. Next, we read actual...
Patricia is extremely patient and supportive of our son. He's made great improvement since starting sessions with her. He used to cry during reading time and Patricia has him reading and laughing while doing it. She has helped him... - Alysha, 17 lessons with Patricia

I am an experienced elementary educator with over a decade of classroom teaching, specializing in evidence-based phonics and early literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Reading. I support students in developing phonemic...
I am an experienced elementary educator with over a decade of classroom teaching, specializing in evidence-based phonics and early literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Reading. I support students in developing phonemic...
We have been working with Jason for the last few weeks, following our initial meeting. He has met our son where he is, identified topics and areas of interest, and utilized those to drive the lessons which has helped keep our 9yo ... - Leialoha, 8 lessons with Jason

Over 10 years of experience teaching English to learners of all levels and ages. Specializes in English conversation, pronunciation, phonics, writing, and proofreading.
Over 10 years of experience teaching English to learners of all levels and ages. Specializes in English conversation, pronunciation, phonics, writing, and proofreading.
Just had my 1st lesson with Rachel and it was great she was patient and very helpful teaching me Japanese. I am definitely looking forward to more lessons and would highly recommend Rachel. - Frankie, 45 lessons with Rachel

I’m a Cal State Los Angeles graduate and 25-year veteran teacher with a passion for helping students become confident, joyful readers. I’ve taught reading and phonics to children and adults in the U.S., China, and Japan for over 2.5...
I’m a Cal State Los Angeles graduate and 25-year veteran teacher with a passion for helping students become confident, joyful readers. I’ve taught reading and phonics to children and adults in the U.S., China, and Japan for over 2.5...

I have 20 years of classroom experience.
I have 20 years of classroom experience.
Our son enjoyed his lesson with Merlin. Merlin is patient, kind, and a very supportive tutor. We are looking forward to his support through the entire year. Merlin is very knowledgable and brings lots of experience having worked ... - Jelena, 93 lessons with Merlin

I have eight years experience using Seeing Stars to teach reading and phonics. I will build reading from the ground up, focusing on sound-to-symbol relationships and instant recognition. Once students are showing independence at this stage,...
I have eight years experience using Seeing Stars to teach reading and phonics. I will build reading from the ground up, focusing on sound-to-symbol relationships and instant recognition. Once students are showing independence at this stage,...
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