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The Best Phonics Tutors in San Francisco, CA

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Jason M. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jason M.
135/hour

San Francisco, CA

Elementary Phonics & Literacy Specialist | Science of Reading

I am an experienced elementary educator with over a decade of classroom teaching, specializing in evidence-based phonics and early literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Reading. I support students in developing phonemic awareness, decoding, blending, and automatic word recognition through explicit,...

5.0 (52)
135/hour
301 hours tutoring

I am an experienced elementary educator with over a decade of classroom teaching, specializing in evidence-based phonics and early literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Reading. I support students in developing phonemic awareness, decoding, blending, and automatic word recognition through explicit,...

Marie F. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Marie F.
65/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

English/Language Arts Teacher with 10+ Years Experience in Phonics

I am experienced at working with pre-readers, early readers and challenged readers. I use a fun approach, linking phonics to picture-books for younger readers and choosing interesting age and reading-level appropriate materials for older readers still struggling with phonics. For pre-readers, I emphasize...

4.9 (322)
65/hour
1,612 hours tutoring
Response time: 46 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I am experienced at working with pre-readers, early readers and challenged readers. I use a fun approach, linking phonics to picture-books for younger readers and choosing interesting age and reading-level appropriate materials for older readers still struggling with phonics. For pre-readers, I emphasize...

Anni K. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anni K.
75/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

Award Winning Educator w/ over 12 yrs of teaching experience

Hello there! I am a pianist, music educator and teacher, currently offering private jazz- and classical piano lessons, as well as general academic studies, in Los Angeles’ beautiful Arts District and Online. I hold a Master’s Degree in Composition from USC, a Master’s Degree in Jazz Performance and Improvisation...

5.0 (23)
75/hour
57 hours tutoring

Hello there! I am a pianist, music educator and teacher, currently offering private jazz- and classical piano lessons, as well as general academic studies, in Los Angeles’ beautiful Arts District and Online. I hold a Master’s Degree in Composition from USC, a Master’s Degree in Jazz Performance and Improvisation...

Here are even more great Phonics tutors who offer online lessons.

Here are even more great Phonics tutors who offer online lessons.

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Joan L.
60/hour

Orton Gillingham Tutor

I have successfully completed training in Orton Gillingham through the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education, covering both Comprehensive and Morphology levels. I have been using Orton Gillingham for five years and love the difference it has made...

5.0 (142)
60/hour
475 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 minutesNote that average response time is based on Joan’s active hours, which are 10:00 am - 2:00 am UTC.

I have successfully completed training in Orton Gillingham through the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education, covering both Comprehensive and Morphology levels. I have been using Orton Gillingham for five years and love the difference it has made...

Near San Francisco, CA Tutoring
Andres M.
40/hour

Reading Specialist with 8 years experience

I have eight years experience using Seeing Stars to teach reading and phonics. I will build reading from the ground up, focusing on sound-to-symbol relationships and instant recognition. Once students are showing independence at this stage,...

4.9 (13)
40/hour
67 hours tutoring
Response time: 55 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have eight years experience using Seeing Stars to teach reading and phonics. I will build reading from the ground up, focusing on sound-to-symbol relationships and instant recognition. Once students are showing independence at this stage,...

Near San Francisco, CA Tutoring
Ann K.
115/hour

Published Poet & Tutor Specializing in Orton–Gillingham–Based Phonics

...memorable. I adapt each lesson to the learner’s pace and needs, using resources such as the Pete the Cat Phonics Box Set, The Bambino Tree Phonics Flash Cards, and Teach Reading with Orton–Gillingham to reinforce foundational skills. Whether supporting...

5.0 (146)
115/hour
1,423 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

...memorable. I adapt each lesson to the learner’s pace and needs, using resources such as the Pete the Cat Phonics Box Set, The Bambino Tree Phonics Flash Cards, and Teach Reading with Orton–Gillingham to reinforce foundational skills. Whether supporting...

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James C.
65/hour

Experienced Tutor - Special Needs/Accelerated/All Ages

My studies in linguistics included a strong foundation in phonetics, phonology, and language development, all of which deepened my understanding of phonics as a tool to build reading and spelling skills. Since 1999, I have worked on these...

4.9 (261)
65/hour
2,873 hours tutoring

My studies in linguistics included a strong foundation in phonetics, phonology, and language development, all of which deepened my understanding of phonics as a tool to build reading and spelling skills. Since 1999, I have worked on these...

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Rachel F.
40/hour

FUN, ENCOURAGING JAPANESE & ENGLISH EXPERT

Over 10 years of experience teaching English to learners of all levels and ages. Specializes in English conversation, pronunciation, phonics, writing, and proofreading.

5.0 (186)
40/hour
322 hours tutoring

Over 10 years of experience teaching English to learners of all levels and ages. Specializes in English conversation, pronunciation, phonics, writing, and proofreading.

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Alexandra H.
95/hour

ACT English & Reading Specialist

I took two courses in Linguistics and also took a literacy course that focused primarily on phonics. I have used and will continue to use age and grade appropriate testing materials to find student strengths and weakness in phonics...

4.9 (327)
95/hour
1,496 hours tutoring

I took two courses in Linguistics and also took a literacy course that focused primarily on phonics. I have used and will continue to use age and grade appropriate testing materials to find student strengths and weakness in phonics...

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Merlin L.
50/hour

Retired Classroom teacher

I have 20 years of classroom experience.

5.0 (948)
50/hour
3,437 hours tutoring
Response time: 20 minutesNote that average response time is based on Merlin’s active hours, which are 11:00 pm - 11:00 am UTC.

I have 20 years of classroom experience.

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Mary S.
70/hour

Phonics tutor with 20+ years experience

I am a reading expert that has been using phonics in my approach for many decades now. I assess and determine a student's personal needs prior to starting a program. Once I have done that, I continue to adjust as needed until the...

5.0 (1178)
70/hour
3,809 hours tutoring

I am a reading expert that has been using phonics in my approach for many decades now. I assess and determine a student's personal needs prior to starting a program. Once I have done that, I continue to adjust as needed until the...

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Allen E.
240/hour

Develop A Life-long Love of Phonics

Phonics has been a life-long interest for me ever since I was introduced to phonics through elementary school workbooks. I quickly mastered the many rules of vowel and consonant combinations, and I went on to become a spelling bee...

4.9 (587)
240/hour
2,833 hours tutoring

Phonics has been a life-long interest for me ever since I was introduced to phonics through elementary school workbooks. I quickly mastered the many rules of vowel and consonant combinations, and I went on to become a spelling bee...

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Don E.
55/hour

Effective Reading Basics Teacher

Orrin-Gillingham Certificate and 24 years of teaching individually, small group and whole group phonics lessons.

5.0 (275)
55/hour
2,702 hours tutoring
Response time: 44 minutesNote that average response time is based on Don’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

Orrin-Gillingham Certificate and 24 years of teaching individually, small group and whole group phonics lessons.

Near San Francisco, CA Tutoring
Tiffany T.
35/hour

Phonics & Reading Tutor | 25-Year Veteran Educator

I’m a Cal State Los Angeles graduate and 25-year veteran teacher with a passion for helping students become confident, joyful readers. I’ve taught reading and phonics to children and adults in the U.S., China, and Japan for over 2.5...

5.0 (57)
35/hour
167 hours tutoring
Response time: 46 minutesNote that average response time is based on Tiffany’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 12:00 am UTC.

I’m a Cal State Los Angeles graduate and 25-year veteran teacher with a passion for helping students become confident, joyful readers. I’ve taught reading and phonics to children and adults in the U.S., China, and Japan for over 2.5...

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Patricia L.
60/hour

Encouraging Phonics Tutor | Engaging Games & Targeted Support

I use a supportive, two-step approach to teach phonics. First, we play engaging games to practice specific sounds and spelling patterns in isolation. This keeps learning fun and prevents students from getting tired. Next, we read actual...

5.0 (136)
60/hour
507 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutesNote that average response time is based on Patricia’s active hours, which are 8:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

I use a supportive, two-step approach to teach phonics. First, we play engaging games to practice specific sounds and spelling patterns in isolation. This keeps learning fun and prevents students from getting tired. Next, we read actual...

Near San Francisco, CA Tutoring
Karen C.
65/hour

Experienced Elementary Educator Specializing in Literacy

I have had training in SIPPS-Systematic Instruction in Phonics, Phonemic Awareness and Sight Words to advance early literacy skills. I am also trained in the Acadience assessment and data gathering program which helps evaluate a...

5.0 (11)
65/hour
96 hours tutoring

I have had training in SIPPS-Systematic Instruction in Phonics, Phonemic Awareness and Sight Words to advance early literacy skills. I am also trained in the Acadience assessment and data gathering program which helps evaluate a...

San Francisco, CA Tutoring
Donna Ann P.
38/hour

Experienced English Tutor: Essays, Term Paper Emergencies, and ESL

I have been teaching ESL and English pronunciation to foreign students for over six years. Phonics drills, which focus on parts of words and key syllables and their sounds, help the student learn English more easily. Usually I combine...

4.9 (1047)
38/hour
4,960 hours tutoring

I have been teaching ESL and English pronunciation to foreign students for over six years. Phonics drills, which focus on parts of words and key syllables and their sounds, help the student learn English more easily. Usually I combine...

Near San Francisco, CA Tutoring
Natalie C.
95/hour

M.Ed. Reading Specialist | Dyslexia & Phonics Instruction

I am a certified Reading Specialist (M.Ed.) with training in Orton-Gillingham–aligned instruction. I specialize in structured literacy and phonics intervention for students in grades K–6, particularly those with dyslexia or persistent...

5.0 (13)
95/hour
12 hours tutoring

I am a certified Reading Specialist (M.Ed.) with training in Orton-Gillingham–aligned instruction. I specialize in structured literacy and phonics intervention for students in grades K–6, particularly those with dyslexia or persistent...

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Jillian G.
35/hour

Multi-Subject Tutor & Certified ESL Teacher

Hello! I'm Jillian, and I’m so happy you’re taking the time to read my profile. I specialize in ESL, ELA, Writing, Reading, History, Social Studies, Sociology, Geography, Elementary/Middle School Math, and Elementary/Middle School Science....

5.0 (62)
35/hour
620 hours tutoring

Hello! I'm Jillian, and I’m so happy you’re taking the time to read my profile. I specialize in ESL, ELA, Writing, Reading, History, Social Studies, Sociology, Geography, Elementary/Middle School Math, and Elementary/Middle School Science....

Near San Francisco, CA Tutoring
Kanika A.
120/hour

Expert in English, Writing, Editing (MIT, Columbia, English PhD)

I taught academic and creative writing and also worked as a writing center consultant at both Columbia and U of Denver. I also teach reading to young students, with a focus on phonics and science-of-reading approaches. In addition,...

5.0 (15)
120/hour
214 hours tutoring
Response time: 38 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kanika’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

I taught academic and creative writing and also worked as a writing center consultant at both Columbia and U of Denver. I also teach reading to young students, with a focus on phonics and science-of-reading approaches. In addition,...

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Melodee B.
68/hour

Certified Special Ed & English Language Tutor

With over 25 years in early childhood education, I specialize in working with young learners who need extra support — including English language learners and students with special needs. I've taught in daycare, kindergarten, and special...

5.0 (2)
68/hour
5 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

With over 25 years in early childhood education, I specialize in working with young learners who need extra support — including English language learners and students with special needs. I've taught in daycare, kindergarten, and special...

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Julia F.
50/hour

Effective and Patient Tutor Specializing in Literacy

...Writing. I’ve worked with dozens of students one-on-one and in small groups, both online and in person. I specialize in phonics, phonemic awareness, reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and writing. I also tutor elementary and middle school...

5.0 (23)
50/hour
75 hours tutoring
Response time: 21 minutesNote that average response time is based on Julia’s active hours, which are 12:00 am - 9:00 am UTC.

...Writing. I’ve worked with dozens of students one-on-one and in small groups, both online and in person. I specialize in phonics, phonemic awareness, reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and writing. I also tutor elementary and middle school...

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Stephanie A.
50/hour

Friendly Elementary Tutor (PreK - 6)

I've taught Pre-K, 1st, 2nd, and 5th grade, and tutored students of various ages and abilities. I spent 2 years working with preschool children, focusing on language development, reading, phonemic awareness and phonics, math, etc....

5.0 (104)
50/hour
406 hours tutoring

I've taught Pre-K, 1st, 2nd, and 5th grade, and tutored students of various ages and abilities. I spent 2 years working with preschool children, focusing on language development, reading, phonemic awareness and phonics, math, etc....

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James F.
50/hour

Senior Finance Analyst Teaches Math & Sciences

Hi, I'm James! I'm a patient and enthusiastic Math, Science, and Business tutor who loves helping students understand difficult concepts and succeed in courses they're struggling with. I earned my degree in Finance from Miami University, with...

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5.0 (111)
50/hour
521 hours tutoring
Response time: 29 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Hi, I'm James! I'm a patient and enthusiastic Math, Science, and Business tutor who loves helping students understand difficult concepts and succeed in courses they're struggling with. I earned my degree in Finance from Miami University, with...

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Evangeline P.
63/hour

Highly Qualified PRAXIS Tutor

Hello! My name is Evangeline I live in Florida, but I am originally from the beautiful state of Maine. I am very passionate about both learning and teaching, and I have a broad range of experience across many age groups and various subjects. I...

5.0 (656)
63/hour
2,877 hours tutoring

Hello! My name is Evangeline I live in Florida, but I am originally from the beautiful state of Maine. I am very passionate about both learning and teaching, and I have a broad range of experience across many age groups and various subjects. I...

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Debbie is a very experience tutor for phonics and reading. Only a few minutes and she figured out what level my son is at. She gives us many tools and tips on what we could do to improve his reading skill. My son really enjoy the first lesson.
Melanie W.

38 Phonics lessons

She makes sure that she covers every aspect of learning and uses different ways of teaching to make it more enjoyable for our daughter who is homeschooling. She has been tutoring our daughter in reading, phonics, and vocabulary. The several months that my daughter has seen her she has progressed so well and both of us are very happy with the results.
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When he finished with his reading/phonics session he had a big smile on his face and could explain what he had learned. He later told me that Ms. F was 'really nice' which is important to him at this young age, but he did a lot of work! I saw confidence in him. Her credentials are impressive, we are looking forward to future success!
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Phonics Tutors in San Francisco, CA

On Wyzant, parents and learners can find expert phonics tutors in San Francisco, CA, to support early reading skills and literacy development. This page maps out local and online tutors, including options like the Fog Readers program at the San Francisco Public Library for grades 1-4, as well as private sessions with instructors specializing in reading and phonics education.

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