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Native English speaker and fluent in Latin American Spanish with 6+ years of ESL experience. I’ve worked with Spanish-speaking learners from Guatemala and beyond, helping them build fluency, improve pronunciation, and speak confidently in conversations.
Native English speaker and fluent in Latin American Spanish with 6+ years of ESL experience. I’ve worked with Spanish-speaking learners from Guatemala and beyond, helping them build fluency, improve pronunciation, and speak confidently in conversations.

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Eighteen years of teaching English as a second language outside the USA and five years inside the USA.
Eighteen years of teaching English as a second language outside the USA and five years inside the USA.
I had problems with short and long vowels, and grammatical markers. Kawther simplified things for me and now I completely understand. Great experience and highly recommended. - Patrick

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As a native speaker who grew up in household of English professors, it was natural that I too became a professor in the humanities. In addition, during my years living in France, I taught ESL to French native speakers. I am a natural educator with a love for languages and I possess the patience, experience and background...
As a native speaker who grew up in household of English professors, it was natural that I too became a professor in the humanities. In addition, during my years living in France, I taught ESL to French native speakers. I am a natural educator with a love for languages and I possess the patience, experience and background...

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BFA, MFA, MA degrees and TESOL certificate.
BFA, MFA, MA degrees and TESOL certificate.

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I am an experienced ESL/ESOL instructor. I have worked with students of all ages and with a variety of language backgrounds. I design personalized strategies to help students achieve top scores on TOEFL, as well as confidence and fluency in their everyday English usage.
I am an experienced ESL/ESOL instructor. I have worked with students of all ages and with a variety of language backgrounds. I design personalized strategies to help students achieve top scores on TOEFL, as well as confidence and fluency in their everyday English usage.

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TEFL certification from Bridge Teaching IELTS Prep certificate from Premiere
TEFL certification from Bridge Teaching IELTS Prep certificate from Premiere
My son rarely gives positive feedback on teachers however he said Jennifer was really nice and personable, knows her stuff, and wasn’t boring/dry like other English tutors can be. That’s splendid for us as he is looking forward to... - Tsiliana, 8 lessons with Jennifer

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I graduated from Cornell with a BS in Industrial and Labor Relations, and graduated from the Maxwell School at Syracuse University with a Master in Public Administration. In keeping with my passions for writing, research, history, and public policy, I have served as a Writing and English tutor for four years. At...
I graduated from Cornell with a BS in Industrial and Labor Relations, and graduated from the Maxwell School at Syracuse University with a Master in Public Administration. In keeping with my passions for writing, research, history, and public policy, I have served as a Writing and English tutor for four years. At...

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Hello there! I'm a full-time tutor specializing in Math (up to Calculus) and Test Prep. I graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Pre-Medical Biology major and psychology minor. Shortly after I graduated, I tested into the American Mensa organization (an organization open to those with IQs in the top 2%...
Hello there! I'm a full-time tutor specializing in Math (up to Calculus) and Test Prep. I graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Pre-Medical Biology major and psychology minor. Shortly after I graduated, I tested into the American Mensa organization (an organization open to those with IQs in the top 2%...
After my first lesson with Angeline, I have to really thank her for being so patient with me as we went through LSAT questions. She wanted me to understand why I should approach this test in a completely different way and how to d... - Gabby

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The study of English Language Arts and, therefore, English as a Second Language, has eight components. These eight components are essential in this study and are listed in the state standards traversing all grades from kindergarten though 12th grade. Only the specifics of each component changes from grade to grade. They...
The study of English Language Arts and, therefore, English as a Second Language, has eight components. These eight components are essential in this study and are listed in the state standards traversing all grades from kindergarten though 12th grade. Only the specifics of each component changes from grade to grade. They...
Patient and knowledgeable. She is skillful in a variety of topics and ensures you thoroughly grasp the subject of your lesson. - Marie, 9 lessons with Izzy

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I have been teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) courses for almost 7 years, either in institutes or at homes. I took a TOEFL test myself and my score was 108 out of 120 (I can demonstrate my report card upon request). I can teach various levels of ESL, from beginners to advanced. I use a lot of extra material to...
I have been teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) courses for almost 7 years, either in institutes or at homes. I took a TOEFL test myself and my score was 108 out of 120 (I can demonstrate my report card upon request). I can teach various levels of ESL, from beginners to advanced. I use a lot of extra material to...
My 16 year old son benefited greatly from lessons with Arvin. So happy we did this. Arvin is fantastic - all around. Explains things clearly and understandably. Creates really good atmosphere to get work done. - Jeremy

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Dear Students and Parents, Welcome! My name is Omid. I am a General Surgery resident physician with over ten years of tutoring experience, having dedicated around 3,400 hours to helping students. I’m proud to share that I scored in the 99th percentile for the Chemistry/Physics section of the MCAT and the 90th...
Dear Students and Parents, Welcome! My name is Omid. I am a General Surgery resident physician with over ten years of tutoring experience, having dedicated around 3,400 hours to helping students. I’m proud to share that I scored in the 99th percentile for the Chemistry/Physics section of the MCAT and the 90th...
Omid was very good at explaining concepts and going over very difficult physics problems with my son. His topic was rotational motion and Newton’s law of gravity. He told me he was an excellent teacher. - Jeannie

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I currently teach developmental English at Otis College of Art and Design in the Liberal Arts and Sciences department. Through faculty development grants, I have published on topics related to English for Specific Purposes with research into the experience of the International student in the United States.
I currently teach developmental English at Otis College of Art and Design in the Liberal Arts and Sciences department. Through faculty development grants, I have published on topics related to English for Specific Purposes with research into the experience of the International student in the United States.
Angela is a fabulous Spanish tutor. She is really helping me get conversational quickly and helps me find words that pertain to my business. She is patient and makes each lesson fun and enjoyable. - Marissa, 2 lessons with Angela

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I began teaching English in college as a volunteer for a Literacy Council that certified me in ESL instruction. I led an ESL course for Hispanic adults for one year using my Spanish ability to help me teach. I am also fluent in French and Mandarin, which I have used in other tutoring cases. In China and Taiwan, I taught...
I began teaching English in college as a volunteer for a Literacy Council that certified me in ESL instruction. I led an ESL course for Hispanic adults for one year using my Spanish ability to help me teach. I am also fluent in French and Mandarin, which I have used in other tutoring cases. In China and Taiwan, I taught...
MY child is on the spectrum, has ADHD and although he graduated high School with an Academic award, he was struggling with College writing, which is his weakest subject. My child was getting really far behind on a paper that was ... - Sam, 127 lessons with Matthew

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I graduated from the California State University Los Angeles, which is where I earned a B.A. in History. Also, I hold a California K-12 Mild to Moderate Level II teaching credential with a certificate of autism. Working in education for 17 years has enabled to me support student academically, behaviorally, and socially...
I graduated from the California State University Los Angeles, which is where I earned a B.A. in History. Also, I hold a California K-12 Mild to Moderate Level II teaching credential with a certificate of autism. Working in education for 17 years has enabled to me support student academically, behaviorally, and socially...
He was patient as he explained and showed me multiple ways of solving math problems. Looking forward to working with him further. - Anthony, 7 lessons with Sean

Pasadena, CA
I’ve taught ESL and prepared students for the TOEFL, IELTS, and interviews in English - both one-on-one and in groups - for over four years. So far I’ve tutored students from Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Belarusian, Ukrainian, Kazakh, Turkish, Iranian, Nepali, Palestinian, Mexican, and Colombian backgrounds....
I’ve taught ESL and prepared students for the TOEFL, IELTS, and interviews in English - both one-on-one and in groups - for over four years. So far I’ve tutored students from Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Belarusian, Ukrainian, Kazakh, Turkish, Iranian, Nepali, Palestinian, Mexican, and Colombian backgrounds....
I feel so fortunate to work with Maria for over a year now! She is the best tutor I’ve ever had! English is not my native language, and so writing essays for my ESL and English 1 classes was just a complete disaster for me. Maria ... - Anna, 9 lessons with Maria

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I teach ESL to adults from South America for Open English. I've tutored ESL to students from Mexico, Armenia, Japan, Korea and Thailand. I assist with vocabulary development, pronunciation, grammar, writing and conversation. I have helped students prepare for the TOEFL iBT exam. I focus on the students' areas of...
I teach ESL to adults from South America for Open English. I've tutored ESL to students from Mexico, Armenia, Japan, Korea and Thailand. I assist with vocabulary development, pronunciation, grammar, writing and conversation. I have helped students prepare for the TOEFL iBT exam. I focus on the students' areas of...
Zsanine is, hands down, the best tutor I've met. She is knowledgeable and very flexible with her schedule and subjects to be covered. At a short moment's notice, she was able to change and adapt her lesson plan to whatever my daug... - Felipe, 57 lessons with Zsanine

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I have taught many high school and college students and working professionals on reading comprehension, writing and speaking. My special strength area is business English. If you are new to the U.S. business and finance, I can help you to get acclimatized quickly in American business English.
I have taught many high school and college students and working professionals on reading comprehension, writing and speaking. My special strength area is business English. If you are new to the U.S. business and finance, I can help you to get acclimatized quickly in American business English.

Pasadena, CA
After graduating from California State University, Northridge, I began my teaching career working as an E.S.L. instructor/Educational Supervisor at Los Angeles ORT College where I remained for three years from 1989-1992. In 1992, I moved to Premier Academy in Pasadena/Arcadia. At Premier, I was the head English...
After graduating from California State University, Northridge, I began my teaching career working as an E.S.L. instructor/Educational Supervisor at Los Angeles ORT College where I remained for three years from 1989-1992. In 1992, I moved to Premier Academy in Pasadena/Arcadia. At Premier, I was the head English...

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I have 30 years of teaching English as a second language including pronunciation, fluency, ear training, reading and writing from basic to advanced, specializing in adults and professionals. I teach both classes in person and online and customize classes to the needs of the individual student. I am passionate about my...
I have 30 years of teaching English as a second language including pronunciation, fluency, ear training, reading and writing from basic to advanced, specializing in adults and professionals. I teach both classes in person and online and customize classes to the needs of the individual student. I am passionate about my...
Laura is a fantastic tutor. She has built my lesson plan in a way that mostly comfortable for the way I learn and pushes me just a little from lesson to lesson. I've made much faster progress on Hiragana/Katakana, Vocabulary and c... - Liam, 8 lessons with Laura

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I love tutoring and enjoy working with students of all ages. I teach all subjects for students in elementary and middle school, and I teach humanities (English, writing, grammar, ESL, history, literature, etc.) for students of any age. Much of my experience has been helping students prepare for standardized tests like...
I love tutoring and enjoy working with students of all ages. I teach all subjects for students in elementary and middle school, and I teach humanities (English, writing, grammar, ESL, history, literature, etc.) for students of any age. Much of my experience has been helping students prepare for standardized tests like...

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A TEFL Certified Teacher, with Bachelor's Degree in Education and 10+ years teaching experience.
A TEFL Certified Teacher, with Bachelor's Degree in Education and 10+ years teaching experience.

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I'm Andy, a tutor with over 980 hours of experience! I am comfortable tutoring foreign languages, test-preparation (such as SAT/ACT/AP), mathematics, basic computer science and programming, or helping you to craft essays to apply to scholarships, universities, or professional opportunities you may be interested in....
I'm Andy, a tutor with over 980 hours of experience! I am comfortable tutoring foreign languages, test-preparation (such as SAT/ACT/AP), mathematics, basic computer science and programming, or helping you to craft essays to apply to scholarships, universities, or professional opportunities you may be interested in....
My daughter was struggling with AP Calculus due to difficulties with her school teacher and wasn’t performing well on her tests. We are so grateful to have found Andy — he is incredibly knowledgeable and an excellent tutor. He exp... - Deepa, 7 lessons with Andy

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I took the BridgeTEFL Course (120 hrs). I hold both Business and Young Learners endorsements. I have seven years of experience in private bilingual schools: 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 8th grades. I have eight years of experience teaching private lessons and tutoring. I have three years of experience in corporate teaching. I...
I took the BridgeTEFL Course (120 hrs). I hold both Business and Young Learners endorsements. I have seven years of experience in private bilingual schools: 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 8th grades. I have eight years of experience teaching private lessons and tutoring. I have three years of experience in corporate teaching. I...
Melisa is a fantastic teacher. She’s adaptive to the student’s needs, laid back, friendly and easy to laugh with. She is diligent in making sure her students understand how to correctly enunciate words and addresses questions with... - Katharine, 16 lessons with Melisa

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I tutor Korean and Chinese students who are learning English as a second language regularly. I have several years experience tutoring these students one-on-one at after-school prep academies. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, and experience teaching English at all levels. I have experience helping...
I tutor Korean and Chinese students who are learning English as a second language regularly. I have several years experience tutoring these students one-on-one at after-school prep academies. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, and experience teaching English at all levels. I have experience helping...
Scott arrives for our tutoring sessions extremely well prepared. He is able to explain difficult concepts and keeps the content interesting. My grades have improved and I plan to continue to work with Scott through the next coupl... - Karen, 7 lessons with Scott

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From my childhood until I went to college, my family always had foreign students living with us. The students came from all over the world and had completely different ways of communicating. Some had only taken a few months of English, and we had to be very inventive to understand simple concepts. Others students had...
From my childhood until I went to college, my family always had foreign students living with us. The students came from all over the world and had completely different ways of communicating. Some had only taken a few months of English, and we had to be very inventive to understand simple concepts. Others students had...
Great Lesson! Sharon is a multi-talented young woman and has many gifts and talents to offer. She has a unique quality about her that is captivating. Since working with my son, who is in the eight grade, I have witnessed him gain... - Melinda, 31 lessons with Sharon
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