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The Best English Tutors in San Jose, CA

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Debbie B. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Debbie B.
45/hour

San Jose, CA

Knowledgeable Jr. High/ High School Tutor, Specializing in Spanish

I have taught English to Freshman. I have also taught/tutored English to several junior high students as well as high school students. I have helped students write research papers, do persuasive essays, write college applications. I have a good grasp of writing, reading comprehension, spelling, and...

4.9 (129)
45/hour
457 hours tutoring

I have taught English to Freshman. I have also taught/tutored English to several junior high students as well as high school students. I have helped students write research papers, do persuasive essays, write college applications. I have a good grasp of writing, reading comprehension, spelling, and...

Khoi N. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Khoi N.
90/hour

San Jose, CA

Physics, Science, and Math Genius

I am an energetic, thoughtful, dedicated instructor who designs his own lesson plan for any field of math and science for any age. My twenty one years of experience in teaching college students at the University of California, Berkeley, have prepared me to teach motivated minds and see them succeed. My past students have...

4.9 (569)
90/hour
3,857 hours tutoring

I am an energetic, thoughtful, dedicated instructor who designs his own lesson plan for any field of math and science for any age. My twenty one years of experience in teaching college students at the University of California, Berkeley, have prepared me to teach motivated minds and see them succeed. My past students have...

Steve S. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Steve S.
55/hour

San Jose, CA

Patient Writing & Study Skills Tutor for Middle School and High School

Hello! My name is Steve, and I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals in writing, social studies, and beyond. I help students build effective study habits to support their long-term success. I hold a Bachelors degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from UC Berkeley, with an emphasis on U.S....

5.0 (2)
55/hour
19 hours tutoring

Hello! My name is Steve, and I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals in writing, social studies, and beyond. I help students build effective study habits to support their long-term success. I hold a Bachelors degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from UC Berkeley, with an emphasis on U.S....

Devyani G. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Devyani G.
80/hour

San Jose, CA

Highly experienced and goal-oriented French and English tutor

I have been in the teaching profession for the last 12 years. I have taught students of all ages and backgrounds. I not only help them with their school and college curriculum but also help them prepare for all types of tests and interviews. I draw great satisfaction by being in this profession and making a positive...

5.0 (396)
80/hour
1,034 hours tutoring

I have been in the teaching profession for the last 12 years. I have taught students of all ages and backgrounds. I not only help them with their school and college curriculum but also help them prepare for all types of tests and interviews. I draw great satisfaction by being in this profession and making a positive...

Bianca C. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bianca C.
180/hour

San Jose, CA

Experienced Math, Stats, and Test Prep Tutor with Education PhD

One of the best things about tutoring is seeing the moment a confusing topic becomes crystal clear. For me, I am always seeking creative ways to help students engage, learn, and understand course materials. My passion for teaching and learning brought me to complete a Ph.D. in Education. I also hold a master's degree in...

5.0 (271)
180/hour
985 hours tutoring

One of the best things about tutoring is seeing the moment a confusing topic becomes crystal clear. For me, I am always seeking creative ways to help students engage, learn, and understand course materials. My passion for teaching and learning brought me to complete a Ph.D. in Education. I also hold a master's degree in...

Nicole T. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicole T.
45/hour

San Jose, CA

Knowledgeable Tutor with Broad Subject Base

I am a college level English tutor and a published writer!

4.9 (55)
45/hour
360 hours tutoring

I am a college level English tutor and a published writer!

Alison L. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alison L.
100/hour

San Jose, CA

Highly Qualified English Teacher

I have a BA with Honors in English Literature from UC Santa Cruz, as well as a CA teaching credential in English, and a Master's in Education. I have taught high school English, primarily 10th and 11th grade, for the past twenty years.

4.9 (150)
100/hour
494 hours tutoring

I have a BA with Honors in English Literature from UC Santa Cruz, as well as a CA teaching credential in English, and a Master's in Education. I have taught high school English, primarily 10th and 11th grade, for the past twenty years.

Emilia F. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emilia F.
55/hour

San Jose, CA

Hopkins Grad with Extensive Humanities Background

Hi! My name is Emilia, and I recently graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Philosophy from Fordham University, where I was the recipient of a 4-year full-tuition merit scholarship. I enjoyed doing the work for my degree, because I was so passionate about the material. I hope to transmit this same excitement to my...

5.0 (21)
55/hour
56 hours tutoring

Hi! My name is Emilia, and I recently graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Philosophy from Fordham University, where I was the recipient of a 4-year full-tuition merit scholarship. I enjoyed doing the work for my degree, because I was so passionate about the material. I hope to transmit this same excitement to my...

Zahid R. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Zahid R.
150/hour

San Jose, CA

Experienced college-level tutor

As a graduate, I have written many essays ranging from scientific to literary. My experience comes from 2 semesters of English at a university level, 2 years of high school speech and debate, 1 year of college debate, and a graduate level course on scientific writing.

5.0 (14)
150/hour
51 hours tutoring

As a graduate, I have written many essays ranging from scientific to literary. My experience comes from 2 semesters of English at a university level, 2 years of high school speech and debate, 1 year of college debate, and a graduate level course on scientific writing.

Iria V. San Jose, CA, available for in-person tutoring
Iria V.
20/hour

San Jose, CA

Iria

I have a BA in creative writing from San Francisco State University.

4.5 (29)
20/hour
158 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have a BA in creative writing from San Francisco State University.

Ms. D. S. San Jose, CA, available for in-person tutoring
Ms. D. S.
65/hour

San Jose, CA

Teacher Muse (grades 2-9); math, writing, ELA, core, and more...

Single subject authorization in English through ninth grade along with Multiple Subject, elementary teaching credential. This includes teaching language arts, reading/writing/grammar/vocabulary.

4.8 (91)
65/hour
567 hours tutoring

Single subject authorization in English through ninth grade along with Multiple Subject, elementary teaching credential. This includes teaching language arts, reading/writing/grammar/vocabulary.

Frank B. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Frank B.
50/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Retired Attorney, Practicing Short Story Writer and Novelist

I am a 75 year old retired attorney, one time public defender, later prosecutor, appellate litigator (death penalty defense before the California Supreme Court), entrepreneurial lawyer - lots of stuff. I am also a working writer, with a couple of short stories going strong on Amazon (30,000 plus sales) and two novels....

5.0 (42)
50/hour
127 hours tutoring

I am a 75 year old retired attorney, one time public defender, later prosecutor, appellate litigator (death penalty defense before the California Supreme Court), entrepreneurial lawyer - lots of stuff. I am also a working writer, with a couple of short stories going strong on Amazon (30,000 plus sales) and two novels....

Anay S. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anay S.
39/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Effective Tutor For K-12 Students

Hi there! I'm a rising junior Electrical Engineering student at UC Irvine, and I'm excited to help you unlock your full potential on a variety of subjects! I’ve tutored for over five years with students of many age groups within K-12. I’ve received the Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) twice and many of...

5.0 (53)
39/hour
96 hours tutoring

Hi there! I'm a rising junior Electrical Engineering student at UC Irvine, and I'm excited to help you unlock your full potential on a variety of subjects! I’ve tutored for over five years with students of many age groups within K-12. I’ve received the Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) twice and many of...

Alejandro D. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alejandro D.
95/hour

Near San Jose, CA

MIT Master's in EECS—Academic/Expository/Environmental Writing

Masters of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT (MEng), as well as an undergrad degree at MIT with the same major (2 minors in Latin American Studies and Sustainability). I have academic writing experience—100 page Master's thesis about atmospheric sensors (as well as several abstracts and a paper). I...

5.0 (17)
95/hour
45 hours tutoring

Masters of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT (MEng), as well as an undergrad degree at MIT with the same major (2 minors in Latin American Studies and Sustainability). I have academic writing experience—100 page Master's thesis about atmospheric sensors (as well as several abstracts and a paper). I...

Carole L. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Carole L.
65/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Spanish & English Language Instructor

I have a strong background teaching at University level, Esl, foreign languages and English to adults.

5.0 (116)
65/hour
284 hours tutoring

I have a strong background teaching at University level, Esl, foreign languages and English to adults.

Alexandra F. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexandra F.
70/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Experienced Mathematics & STEM Tutor | Chapman Honors Graduate

Before college, I completed AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, and AP Statistics, and earned a 1550 SAT (780 Math, 770 Reading & Writing). I began tutoring during the COVID-19 pandemic with Genify, where I worked with elementary students in math, English, science, and social studies by creating personalized...

4.9 (87)
70/hour
199 hours tutoring

Before college, I completed AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, and AP Statistics, and earned a 1550 SAT (780 Math, 770 Reading & Writing). I began tutoring during the COVID-19 pandemic with Genify, where I worked with elementary students in math, English, science, and social studies by creating personalized...

Aska M. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aska M.
75/hour

Near San Jose, CA

English/Reading/Math Tutor for Elementary Students

I am originally from the Bay Area, but I decided to attend Boston University, resulting in the best four years of my educational experience. I graduated magna cum laude with a BFA in Graphic Design and a minor in Western Art History. During half of these four years, I was the Teacher’s Assistant for an introductory...

5.0 (15)
75/hour
126 hours tutoring

I am originally from the Bay Area, but I decided to attend Boston University, resulting in the best four years of my educational experience. I graduated magna cum laude with a BFA in Graphic Design and a minor in Western Art History. During half of these four years, I was the Teacher’s Assistant for an introductory...

Menaka M. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Menaka M.
80/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Experienced & Supportive PhD Tutor: Math, Test Prep, and Writing

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...

5.0 (158)
80/hour
430 hours tutoring

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...

Francesca P. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Francesca P.
75/hour

Near San Jose, CA

College and High School Physics and Math

My best experiences as a tutor have been with the students who needed me most, learning how they needed to learn. I have been a tutor in one setting or another since childhood. As an undergraduate I was a teacher's assistant in English, German and Astronomy, a grader in Calculus and a tutor in Physics for...

4.9 (1203)
75/hour
6,965 hours tutoring
Response time: 29 minutesNote that average response time is based on Francesca’s active hours, which are 11:00 pm - 2:00 pm UTC.

My best experiences as a tutor have been with the students who needed me most, learning how they needed to learn. I have been a tutor in one setting or another since childhood. As an undergraduate I was a teacher's assistant in English, German and Astronomy, a grader in Calculus and a tutor in Physics for...

Eileen M. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eileen M.
65/hour

Near San Jose, CA

AP English/ AP History/Middle Core Teacher/Elementary English Concepts

I am willing to help on English papers and make them powerful.

5.0 (236)
65/hour
1,081 hours tutoring

I am willing to help on English papers and make them powerful.

Brian O. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brian O.
60/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Experienced Expert English & Verbal Test Prep Tutor

For the last several years I was a Teacher/Mentor at a small private school where all instruction was 1-to-1. Now I’m excited about the opportunity to provide excellent English Language Arts instruction to students via Wyzant! While my B.A. degree is in American Literature (UC Santa Cruz), and I was...

5.0 (63)
60/hour
345 hours tutoring

For the last several years I was a Teacher/Mentor at a small private school where all instruction was 1-to-1. Now I’m excited about the opportunity to provide excellent English Language Arts instruction to students via Wyzant! While my B.A. degree is in American Literature (UC Santa Cruz), and I was...

Solana C. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Solana C.
115/hour

Near San Jose, CA

STEM and Dyscalculia Specialist! Over 20 Years Experience

I have tutored K-12 grade for 14 years and college level courses for eight years. I spent the last year tutoring low-income students for the Orland School District.

5.0 (4)
115/hour
7 hours tutoring

I have tutored K-12 grade for 14 years and college level courses for eight years. I spent the last year tutoring low-income students for the Orland School District.

Panchapagesan R. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Panchapagesan R.
50/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Patient and knowledgeable math teacher

I have lot of experience in working with English I love English lit reading and writing I have been teaching at SAT levels for 4 years

4.5 (69)
50/hour
177 hours tutoring

I have lot of experience in working with English I love English lit reading and writing I have been teaching at SAT levels for 4 years

Bridget K. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bridget K.
150/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Certified Teacher with 10+ Years of tutoring experience

I currently help some students with middle school level English needs. Mostly it is with sentence structure and wording. I enjoyed helping with some book reports that required a student to see parallel themes throughout multiple books. I help students develop their abilities to use contextual evidence with proper...

5.0 (1311)
150/hour
4,257 hours tutoring
Response time: 59 minutesNote that average response time is based on Bridget’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 1:00 pm UTC.

I currently help some students with middle school level English needs. Mostly it is with sentence structure and wording. I enjoyed helping with some book reports that required a student to see parallel themes throughout multiple books. I help students develop their abilities to use contextual evidence with proper...

Sheldon W. Near San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sheldon W.
89/hour

Near San Jose, CA

Highly Experienced Science, Math, History, and SAT Tutor

I am a former Northwestern student with extensive tutoring experience at all levels, including elementary school, middle school, high school, and college. 99th percentile SAT score and got 5s on Advanced Placement (AP) examinations. A little bit about myself: when I'm not tutoring, I like to watch football and...

4.9 (38)
89/hour
79 hours tutoring

I am a former Northwestern student with extensive tutoring experience at all levels, including elementary school, middle school, high school, and college. 99th percentile SAT score and got 5s on Advanced Placement (AP) examinations. A little bit about myself: when I'm not tutoring, I like to watch football and...

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