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The Best ESL/ESOL Tutors in Nashville, TN

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Jon R.

60/hour

Nashville, TN

Graduate degree and 10 years of experience! ELL/Writing/ACT Guru!

5.0 (14)

49 hours tutoring

Tutoring can be one of the most effective forms of expanding a students academic skills. Although I have taught in classroom settings at the university level, I have found private tutoring to be a format that fits my personality and skill sets as an instructor. I believe that learning, for many students, is an...

Impressive tutor that knows his subject area!

Jon is very down to earth and has a great approach to teaching and explaining his methodology (ACT prep). We look forward to future sessions with Jon for our daughter! - Kristin, 10 lessons with Jon

Harry C.

80/hour

Near Nashville, TN

Brown Ph.D. in philosophy with several years' teaching experience

5.0 (121)

346 hours tutoring

Response time: 45 minutes

Do you have an upcoming paper or presentation that's giving you stress? Or perhaps you'd simply like to brush up on philosophy, public speaking, or study skills? If so, I'd be glad to help! My formal education is primarily in philosophy; I have both a B.A. (summa cum laude) in philosophy from Centre College and a...

Fantastic Tutor!

Harry truly helped me a lot with my philosophy class. Being from a stem background myself, many of the concepts in philosophy were difficult for my to grasp. Harry makes everything understandable by putting it into easy to underst... - Krithik, 8 lessons with Harry

Waleska R.

80/hour

Nashville, TN

Start the Year Speaking Portuguese with Confidence

Response time: 11 minutes

Olá! I’m a native Brazilian Portuguese speaker from Porto Alegre, Brazil, now based in Nashville, Tennessee. With over 25 years of teaching experience, I help beginners and professionals speak Portuguese confidently and naturally from day one. I’m also a State Certified Court Interpreter and professional...

Fun approach to learning.

Walseka has a varied approach that includes not only formal aspects but encourages the use of everyday subjects as class materials, such as news, movies, personal stories, etc. For me, speaking another language is the most difficu... - David, 28 lessons with Waleska

Noe M.

75/hour

Near Nashville, TN

Certified ESL & Writing Specialist | 16 Yrs in Literacy & Test Prep

5.0 (2)

7 hours tutoring

I’m Noe, a certified ELA and Reading specialist with over 16 years of teaching experience and a deep passion for helping students become confident, capable readers and writers. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in Spanish and am fluent in both languages, allowing me to support both native and...

Carmen M.

40/hour

Near Nashville, TN

Spanish, English (ESL) and Basic Software learning (Adobe)

5.0 (251)

671 hours tutoring

My name is Carmen and I have been tutoring for the past five years. The two main subjects, but not limited to, are Spanish and English as a Second Language (ESL). I currently freelance and work full time as a multimedia designer for print and video, in which I would love to instruct Adobe software to those that are...

Kate D.

65/hour

Near Nashville, TN

Credentialed teacher with specialized training

5.0 (88)

217 hours tutoring

Hello! I am so excited that you are looking for a tutor! Every student can learn and succeed, and I love helping them accomplish their goals. Some details about me: *20+ years teaching and tutoring experience *Experience in grades from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th, students with disabilities as well...

Amazing tutor!

Kate has been a life saver! My son has been working with her for a few months now and we have seen such an incredible improvement in his reading! He has gone to other tutors in the past but has always complained about going. This ... - Jeena, 56 lessons with Kate

Maria G.

40/hour

Nashville, TN

Spanish & ESL tutor with academic and professional expertise

5.0 (138)

285 hours tutoring

Response time: 34 minutes

Hello! I'm a professional Spanish interpreter who loves teaching. I've been tutoring students for four years, working with a wide range of ages and nationalities. I have a Bachelor's in Spanish and in psychology from Vanderbilt, so I've learned technical, academic Spanish with extensive grammar and linguistics. And,...

Fantastic Instructor!!

I highly recommend booking a session with Maria! She makes learning Spanish fun, accessible, and engaging! She's an amazing instructor, truly patient, and kind! - Emily, 15 lessons with Maria

Lois M.

25/hour

Near Nashville, TN

Former Spanish teacher and ESL tutor

5.0 (113)

365 hours tutoring

I have taught Spanish at the high school level. I have also held Spanish classes in my home for small groups of home-schooled children of various ages. I have also tutored students individually. I really enjoy working with a student one-on-one in order to concentrate on the areas that need improvement. In the...

Patient and helpful

She was very helpful. Today I worked on something I'm not very strong in and it was very helpful! I am in a college Spanish course and struggle with a few concepts. - Judy, 7 lessons with Lois

Daniel M.

30/hour

Near Nashville, TN

GMAT, GRE, LSAT, SAT, ACT Math and English Tutor

4.8 (88)

190 hours tutoring

I have 10 years of experience tutoring Middle and High School students in Math and Spanish. I also tutor for the SAT and ACT, and international tests, such as the GMAT and the GRE. I have references and I have been tutoring the GMAT and GRE for the past 5 years. My students usually score 650+ in the GMAT and 300+ in the...

A++ GMAT Tutor

Fantastic as both a GMAT Math and Verbal Tutor. Extremely patient and knowledgeable. Daniel has packets on both verbal and math basics which comprehensively covers every subject. Without a doubt, one of the best tutors available! ... - Kristi, 3 lessons with Daniel

Brian S.

60/hour

Nashville, TN

Pro Communicator Helping You Tell Your Story Clearly and Efficiently

5.0 (10)

48 hours tutoring

Public speaking is a part of life. It doesn't matter the size of the crowd, you will at some point have to speak in front of someone, whether it be a job interview, or if you are a volunteer leader...it's all showbusiness... My goal is to help you be your best when speaking in public, giving you the tools to become a...

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Ursula G.

80/hour

German (native speaker) & English (ESL/EFL) Language Tutor/Coach

5.0 (2161)

9,215 hours tutoring

Response time: 4 minutes

HOMESCHOOLERS ARE WELCOME (both individuals and groups)! SPECIAL GROUP RATES ARE AVAILABLE! I am a German native familiar with various languages and cultures, and I understand your difficulties when learning another language. I have lived in...

Thrilled to be working with Ursula!

I have taken German lessons from the Goethe Institute and university courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. Ursula far surpasses any teacher I have worked with! It's not just the fact that she genuinely cares for her stu... - Rachel, 269 lessons with Ursula

Kristine H.

92/hour

Masters ESL ESOL | 20+ yrs Experience | Accent Reduction Expert

Response time: 48 minutes

I am certified to teach the American Accent to ESL/ESOL students. 20+ years experience with non-native speakers. I have taught in public schools and at the university-level this Accent Reduction (speech therapy) course and have over...

Transformative Public Speaking Coaching with Kristine: Highly Recommended!

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Kristine for public speaking coaching, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Kristine has an expertise for breaking down challenging topics into simple, easy-to-understand terms, which m... - Paul, 8 lessons with Kristine

Kate K.

45/hour

Experienced ESL/ESOL Teacher of Adults & College Students

5.0 (264)

1,471 hours tutoring

I would love to help you improve your English, whether you are a beginner or a very advanced learner. During our first meeting, we will talk about your goals, I will identify your current ability, and we will start a learning plan. I have been...

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

I truly couldn't have passed my Linguistics class without Dr. Kate. When I was struggling and facing failure, she provided the guidance I needed to grasp the subject. Dr. Kate assisted me not only with the essay's structure and fo... - Evelise, 18 lessons with Kate

Vijayalakshmi L.

60/hour

Computer Science Professor for AP Computer Science A, DBMS & SQL, Java

5.0 (258)

1,848 hours tutoring

I am Vijayalakshmi, but you can call me Viji. I am an adjunct computer science professor in a leading community college in Indiana. I completed my Masters of Computer Applications in 2005. I have 6 years of experience in online tutoring and 12...

Excellent Teacher!

Vijji is teaching computer science to my son. My son had to switch schools and he missed few concepts in his transition, Very happy to find Vijji and she is excellent and very knowledgeable. Definitely recommend students looking ... - Julia, 4 lessons with Vijayalakshmi

DIANE J.

40/hour

Experienced bilingual tutor of ESL, Spanish, and Accent Reduction

5.0 (605)

4,848 hours tutoring

Hi. I'm Diane. I am originally from Michigan and have a Master's degree in Education specializing in English as a Second Language and a Bachelor's degree in Spanish from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Upon graduating, I moved to...

What a great teacher

Diane is a wonderful teacher. She is passionate, knowledgeable, and methodical. She is helping me proofread my short stories, but she is way more than a proofreader. Not only does she correct my grammatical errors, but she helps m... - Vivi, 45 lessons with DIANE

Madeline V.

60/hour

ESL/ESOL Online Instructor

5.0 (95)

352 hours tutoring

Response time: 49 minutes

I am TEFL certified and an IELTS Specialist (TOEFL) with a Degree in Early Childhood Education. With over 6 years of experience, I teach both children and adults. As an ‘edutainer,’ I ensure that my students have fun in every class. I’ve...

Excellent teacher

We recently started ESL lessons with Madeline for our nephew who is here as a refugee from Ukraine. We are thrilled with the lessons. Madeline is an excellent teacher and knows how to communicate with children and engage with them... - John, 104 lessons with Madeline

Kristine W.

68/hour

Teacher specializing in academic writing, proofreading, and APA format

5.0 (302)

1,325 hours tutoring

Response time: 57 minutes

Hello! I'm a kindhearted individual who loves making people feel empowered through writing. I have my bachelor's in English and two master's degrees: an MAT in TESL and an MA in Latin American Studies. I recently completed on-the-ground fieldwork...

AMAZING

Kristine has been an incredible help to me with my writing. She is incredibly knowledgeable about APA guidelines, a very patient teacher, and very detailed in her work. She responds quickly to requests, and is timely in return of ... - Charlie, 25 lessons with Kristine

Karen T.

60/hour

Exceptionally Friendly Math, English, and Science Tutor

5.0 (538)

1,856 hours tutoring

Hi! My name is Karen and I enjoy working with students to increase their understanding of English, math and science. I have a degree in Engineering and almost 30 years of experience in working with students of all ages, levels and backgrounds....

Premier Tutor

My experience with Karen T. has been positive. She has tutored me through algebra 1 and 2 so I would have the topics covered that would be on an assessment test for college. I am happy to say I passed the assessment test! She is t... - Hazel, 40 lessons with Karen

Danielle P.

125/hour

Experienced French Professor, Novelist, French & English Tutor

5.0 (757)

3,745 hours tutoring

Bonjour! My name is Danielle, and I am a French professor with a B.A. in French from Georgetown University and a Master's in French language and civilization from New York University in Paris. I've also studied at the Sorbonne in Paris and at the...

Ideal educator and a brilliant tutor.

Hands down, the best tutor we've ever hired. So, so pleased at the progress my daughter has made with Danielle both in classwork and for her IB French HL test. She's the perfect blend of patience, professionalism and instructiona... - Kate, 45 lessons with Danielle

Judy V.

90/hour

UBE Bar Exam, French, ESL, Job Interview Preparation, LSAT, and SAT

5.0 (1723)

15,866 hours tutoring

I am a licensed attorney who attended law school at the Sorbonne University, Paris, and practiced in Belgium before moving to North Carolina, where I have been practicing since 2003. I am also licensed to practice in the United Kingdom. I have...

Great tutor that knows the exam inside and out! Ditch the commercial courses for Judy!

The first half of my bar prep journey was extremely stressful. On top of studying during a global pandemic, my commercial bar prep course gave me no guidance on what to focus on and failed to provide me with a productive schedule.... - Nick, 59 lessons with Judy

Meredith K.

40/hour

Creative Experienced Art and ESOL Teacher

Response time: 50 minutes

I have a Master's in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) and Bachelor's degree in art education. I am a certified New York State ESL teacher. I have taught for 6 1/2 years in public schools as an ESL teacher working with students ages...

Meredith K is an amazing teacher!

My daughter start few weeks ago to take some drawing class with Meredith. I am impressed the improvements she has in just few classes. She loves her drawing class and Meredith is an amazing teacher! Highly recommended her! - Ianica , 78 lessons with Meredith

Heather C.

60/hour

Certified & Experienced ESL/ESOL and Korean Language Instructor

5.0 (174)

692 hours tutoring

Response time: 20 minutes

Hello, I’m Heather! I am a bilingual Korean and English tutor with over 20 years of teaching experience. I was born and raised in South Korea and studied English in British Columbia, Canada, for three years starting in 1997. After returning to...

Excellent, experienced, professional

I needed preparation in Korean in order to study in SK and had the privilege of being tutored for 15+ sessions by Miss Heather. She’s experienced in teaching and makes many great micro adjustments to better fit your learning pace... - Samuel, 16 lessons with Heather

Tamera Michele G.

85/hour

Interior Designer * ESL * AutoCAD * InDesign

5.0 (195)

978 hours tutoring

Response time: 6 minutes

After earning a BFA from the prestigious New York School of Interior Design, I spent over a decade honing my craft at renowned architectural and design firms before branching out as an independent designer for the past seven years. Throughout my...

Jenny C.

45/hour

TESOL-Certified ESL Coach | Specializing in Fluency & Business English

5.0 (155)

566 hours tutoring

Is it time for you to speak clear, fluent English with confidence? Let's make it happen—together! Hi, I’m Jenny—a passionate and experienced ESL teacher specializing in helping adults achieve their English goals. I teach ESL full-time...

Thank you, Jenny! =)

Jenny is an amazing and patient teacher! She is one of the greatest teachers in my life, and I'm lucky that she is my teacher. I really like how she corrects my grammatical errors and when I tend to say "never mind" out of habit, ... - Anonymous, 37 lessons with Jenny

Taylor C.

60/hour

Specialized: Improving Executive Function/Students w/Special Need

5.0 (191)

1,011 hours tutoring

Response time: 17 minutes

I was an Assistant Teacher at a non-public Special Education school from 2016 to 2022. I specialize in English, Reading, Science, Art, Remedial Math, Algebra and Test Prep. Other specialties include help with Executive functioning, planning,...

Knowledgeabel and patient tutor.

Ms. Taylor teaches my daughter reading and writing. She meets her where she is, always checks for understanding, and understands that different people learn and interpret information differently. Some of her key qualities are her ... - Angela, 122 lessons with Taylor

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27 lessons

I had a great experience as a first time ESL/ESOL student with Moira. She is very patient, understanding, knowledgeable and makes sure she keeps things interesting. She enjoys what she does.

Maria Lucia M.

44 lessons

Marcia is a very good tutor. She has a multi cultural experience, and she also speaks several foreign languages. For this reason, she is an excellent tutor for ESL/ESOL students, but not only for them. With Marcia, every dedicated student will make progress. Studying English as a second language, is not any more a tough obligation, it's become a pleasure.

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10 lessons

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