The Best Reading Tutors in Duarte, CA

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

Recent college coursework in Children's Literature and Literacy and Business Writing, and in-class experience teaching Reading Comprehension skills. See Olivia's full profile

I also have classroom experience as a teacher's assistant and have group tutoring, but usually in-person or online one-on-one. I teach both advanced and remedial students in core subjects, including reading, writing, and math (Common Core included) as well as physics, chemistry, biology, and general study...See Caly's full profile

I have years of experience tutoring the SAT and the GRE and a good track record with raising people's scores. My approach focuses on helping students identify the main skills they need to strengthen and drilling those until they gain mastery of those and of the broader process of test prep. In 2015, I applied my advice...See Helene's full profile

Hello, I’m Jason! I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from California State University, Fullerton, and a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. During my graduate studies, I had the opportunity to serve as a teaching associate, leading several undergraduate engineering...See Jason's full profile

Critical Reading. This section of the SAT is a monster. Context clues, obscure dated vocabulary, and probably the first time you have taken a test that is DESIGNED to trick you. While you can only improve SO much over the few months most people prepare for the SAT, I have some clues to help you along.See James'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 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

Before college, I myself struggled with the ACT before learning this information, so now I like to give back by teaching others what I've learned. I help people with the ACT English, ACT Reading, and ACT Essay sections. (Sorry, no math). I work with students of all levels and abilities and have developed...See Eric's full profile

Because of my experience at Landmark, I am able to specialize in teaching phonics, reading comprehension and writing. My undergraduate education at St. John’s College also prepared me well for a career in teaching. Its Great Books Program asks students to read many of the great works of literature,...See Aline'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

Hi, I am a history/social studies and English teacher/tutor. I have experience teaching high school/middle school history courses and experience tutoring English, SAT/ACT reading and writing, and all history subjects. I was a history major and love teaching history or social studies subjects. I...See Benjamin's full profile

I've taught and tutored Kindergarten and elementary-aged children for 8 years, and recently started tutoring middle schoolers. I specialize in Math and Reading, but I also tutor other Elementary subjects. My goal is to help children not just to finish their homework, but to love and enjoy learning. I've...See Ting's full profile

I have a PhD in English and extensive experience. I strive to make the test prep process efficient, effective, and enjoyable, including for the SAT Reading section.See Maria's full profile

I help students read with more purpose and write with more clarity. Whether it's Shakespeare, Morrison, or a contemporary novel, I focus on close reading, argument structure, and making sure students know what they're actually saying in their writing. I've worked with AP Lit students,...See Nathaniel's full profile

I started tutoring informally in high school, where I was mostly just helping friends with math. As a undergrad and grad student, I tutored more formally in 'tutor labs' and less so in private 1-on-1 tutoring sessions. Mostly math tutoring, also a bit of e&m physics. From 2014-2020 I was a mathematics professor at...See Brandon's full profile

I teach college and university English composition and literature. I also have experience tutoring middle school English, reading, and writing.See Gloria's full profile

I love to help students not only understand and comprehend what they are reading, but also to learn from and connect with it so they become engaged readers. At the middle and high school level, I can help students with close reading to develop more thoughtful literary analysis. In the elementary grades, I...See Danielle's full profile

Reading, writing and speaking are all essential to learning the English language properly. I teach using both phonics to read the words and whole language for comprehension. This includes reading stories for meaning that I believe are crucial to teaching Reading. My multiple subject teaching...See Denise'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

Since earning my B.A. and M.Ed. from U.C.L.A., I have more than 10 years of reading teaching experience in K through 6 classrooms.See Ken's full profile

I have been teaching all levels of English up to AP high school and college support. I specialize in reading comprehension and writing. I truly love teaching and customize courses to each student.See Laura's full profile

Everyone reads. Right? Yes, but how many really know HOW to read properly? Language skills in all forms are crucial to daily modern life. And reading is critical to achieving this. How one uses, or misuses, or misreads language can determine success or failure in interaction with others. English...See David'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 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