The Best Reading Tutors in Pasadena, CA

Hi! After graduating with a 3.8 from Northwestern University, where I double-majored in Theatre and International Studies and minored in Film & Media Studies. My dream is to write and produce films, and I currently publish a personal Substack for creative fiction and non-fiction, poetry and prose. In college I was editor...See Arianna's full profile

I have a lifelong love affair with reading and I am happy to share that with others. I read at least two hours every day and my mind is wide open to various forms of literature. I believe reading is enhanced by discussion with others and hence, the popularity of book clubs. One of the things I...See Ray's full profile

I have tutored students from top ranking universities and high schools in the Washington D.C. area for many years with outstanding results in grades and understanding as well as student confidence and independence. I am confident we can work together to help improve your listening, reading, writing and speaking...See Molly's full profile

I used to work at CircEsteem in Chicago for 3 years working with underprivileged youth in two sets of groups - kids ages 8-14 (which I tutored in all subjects), and high school kids, helping with math, reading, science, essays, and prepping them for college. This was one of my most favorite jobs and one of the...See Gabija'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

Hi there—I’m a Columbia and USC grad with over a decade of experience in writing and film. I’m here to help students become more confident in their creativity—whether you’re crafting a standout college essay, polishing your script, or tackling a tough writing assignment. I also enjoy helping students with...See Ariana's full profile

I have had experience teaching children how to read. This includes beginning readers and also those who need help improving their reading fluidity. I am patient and will encourage the student as he or she makes progress. I incorporate basic phonics rules and have a technique for deciphering longer more...See John's full profile

Reading is my absolute joy in the world, and I hope to share my passion with my students so that they may experience the richness tucked between words. I have helped students from late elementary to high school improve their reading via the Fullerton Public Library's internship and volunteer...See Amalynne's full profile

Successful entrepreneur who took a one-sheet idea and built it into an internationally known digital magazine with nine sections and 41 sub-sections, read weekly in 19 countries. Understand the elements of customer long-term value, brand image and logo, the evolving digital marketplace. See Janet'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

I have an extensive background in tutoring and assisting in the classroom. I have worked with all levels from preschool through adult. I am patient and fun loving with a gentle sense of humor. I believe that everyone has intelligence and ability. I also believe that each person is unique and deserves respect and to...See Zsanine's full profile

Thinking about applying to a world-class MBA program? If you’re ready to craft an application that’s true to you—and impossible to ignore—let’s connect. --- Applying to leading MBA programs like HBS, Stanford GSB, Booth, Wharton, or Kellogg is a competitive journey. It demands more than just a strong...See H's full profile

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...See Michael'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

I have an extensive writing, reading, and English background. I have designed reading lists, written reading comprehension exercises, worked on long-term writing assignments, and provided editing assistance. I have experience working with native speakers and ESL students of all ages. I received an...See Amani'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 graduated from UCLA with a bachelors degree in Sociology and went on to receive my multiple subject credential from Point Loma University. From there, I worked at a Sylvan Learning Center for four years tutoring kids of all ages in math, reading, and study skills. During that time, I was also substitute teaching...See Jacquiline's full profile

I have perfect scores on the GRE Quantitative & Verbal Reasoning sections (170's), the SAT Math & Reading Sections (800's), and the SAT Math II Subject Test (800). I also have 5's on the AP BC Calculus Exam and both Physics C exams (Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism). I can...See Sean's full profile

I have a BS in English from the California Institute of Technology and have significant experience teaching students reading and writing for standardized tests as well as for elementary, middle school, and high school classrooms. I have experience in both creative, expository, and scientific reading and...See Pallavi's full profile

I have home schooled my three children and taught all of them to read. My daughter is learning disabled and needed extensive help and a different methodology than my sons. I prefer working with middle, high school and even college students who struggle with reading. I enjoy helping those types of students...See Deirdre's full profile

After teaching English for 17 years and being an ESL Tutor with a master's degree in translation English-Arabic vs, I found it very interesting to teach my native language Arabic to non-native speakers by following different methods of teaching, such as the cooperative way that I was taught in an intensive course in this...See Kawther'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

The ability to critically read text of all types -- from literature, to nonfiction, to emails -- is fundamental to success for everyone from middle school to the professional world. I specialize in working with adults and advanced teen learners to identify challenge areas and create personalized and targeted...See Brandy's full profile

Hi, I'm Christina! I am an enthusiastic writer who tutors English as a passionate extension of my life's work. Having always loved school, I graduated with a B.A. in Theater and Performance Studies from UC Berkeley in 2015 and am currently a full-time copywriting student at Denver Ad School. My tutoring career began...See Christina's full profile

I am well read in classic and modern literature and short stories and am familiar with many great works. I have helped people with understanding literature and writing proper and compelling essays and reports. I copyedited the nonfiction book; "The Encyclopedia of Voice Over" by Kate McClanaghan. This...See Eve's full profile