The Best English Tutors in Orinda, CA

Did you know PhD stands for "Doctor of Philosophy" and "philosophia" means a love of learning/wisdom? Experience a love of learning and the ultra-satisfying “Aha!" moments as we work together. I specialize in math, test preparation, and writing and over 20+ years, I’ve worked with students of all ages. In a...See Menaka'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

I have taught English writing and reading comprehension and composition for over ten years. I have taught English literature, creative writing, argument, and research at the University level for over six years. I have a bachelor's degree in English Literature from UCLA (Cum Laude). I have a...See Nima's full profile

I’ve also tutored 1-on-1 for four UC-Berkeley economics courses, in addition to years of tutoring math for free to high school and junior high students. I’m a native English speaker with lengthy experience “Americanizing” quantitative/technical papers for my colleagues, including the dissertation of a...See Dawn's full profile

Hello! I have been tutoring since 2011 and a credentialed teacher since 2014. I've literally taught coast-to-coast, starting off in Boston and Newark, NJ before moving to the Bay Area. I have had the pleasure to teach students from just about every background and ability level. Most recently, I taught at Vista High...See Jared's full profile

English has always been a strong suit for me, but I understand how it can be a struggle, in part because I spent many years studying other languages. Another source of insight is my experience teaching a wide range of students. Furthermore, for over a decade, I developed and edited educational materials for young...See Stephen's full profile

I have tutored students high school age and older in English, helping them prepare for tests such as the CAHSEE and SAT and helping them with their general coursework. I tutor foreign students in English as a Second Language as well. I have done some freelance writing and editing and enjoy creative writing. See Cecily's full profile

20+ years tutoring and teaching English. Native, ESOL, essays, grammar, style, research, style, academic English, creative writing, communicationSee Guillaume's full profile

I am a recent college graduate from Stanford University, where I double majored in Economics and Film & Media Studies. And for the past four years I have also worked as a professional tutor or teacher's assistant for a variety of companies and organizations, including Stanford University. During this time, I have...See Raymond's full profile

Hi, I'm Caitlin! I'm a data scientist with a background in applied mathematics and computer science, based in SF. I've been tutoring for over eight years, helping students of all ages master topics ranging from algebra and calculus to Python and machine learning. I love breaking down complex concepts into clear,...See Caitlin's full profile

I can provide assistance with coursework, test preparation, grammar, reading and writing skills.See Kenya's full profile

Update summer 2025: I am currently preparing to teach AP English Literature again this school year. I can take on one student for tutoring right now for AP English Literature, AP English Language, or ACT or SAT test preparation. I am an experienced English teacher currently in my 20th year...See Michael'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

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

Perfect 36 ACT scores in Reading and Writing portions Previous AP English Language and AP English Literature tutoringSee Ariya's full profile

I have a PhD from UC Berkeley and a deep knowledge of literature in the Humanities and Social Sciences, which are the basis for Social Studies classes. I am also an experienced tutor who has worked with students in History, English, Writing, and Spanish. I have worked with students of various age ranges, including...See Rebecca's full profile

I began tutoring in August, 2015, at a learning center in the East Bay. The center specializes in tutoring youngsters from Korea, assisting them in learning English, as well as helping them with a few other school subjects. I have greatly enjoyed working with first graders through high schoolers and been...See Michael'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

It's demoralizing when students earn A's and B's at school but still can't earn 1050 on the SAT, or when English language learners take an ESL course but can't (or are afraid to) speak English (when necessary to meet a goal). Helping students meet or exceed testing standards for...See Kenisha's full profile

First, congratulations on your journey to learn a new language or further develop that beautiful home language you heard growing up. My native language is Spanish and I reached English fluency as an adolescent; I took high school French and had the opportunity to enroll in a French class senior year of high school...See Evelina's full profile

I am a medical student at the Tulane University School of Medicine and have over eight years of experience in tutoring subjects including science, writing, math, college test prep, and proofreading. My teaching style focuses on setting personal goals for each student and steadily raising the bar. I am always open to...See Deeya'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

I graduated from Cornell University and Yale Law. I have many years of experience tutoring in a wide variety of subjects and all ages, from small kids to junior high to high school, and kids with learning disabilities. I am also available to tutor adults who are preparing for the GRE, LSAT, or wish to learn a second...See Romy's full profile

I have taught English and ESL to students of numerous ages and backgrounds. After working with me in Reading and Writing, an ESL community college student improved her grades dramatically, matriculated to USF where she received Cum Laude Honors, and eventually earned an auditing position at PwC. I've had...See Marshal's full profile