The Best Reading Tutors in San Marino, CA

I’m Andrew, a writer, poet and teacher who loves inspiring his students to bring out the best in their writing and reading skills. Lighting a spark in my students and seeing them excel where they once had doubts or difficulties is my absolute favorite part of tutoring. Though I have been writing poetry and...See Andrew's full profile

I was also a teaching assistant in second grade and a substitute teacher working extensively in science, math, music and homeroom classes. I've worked with kids on reading improvement, basic math skills, music, performance and speech in the classroom. As well as being a teaching artist for the past 10 years,...See Celeste's full profile

My methods in tutoring are unique. Instead of creating a scheduled plan before meeting my clients, I prefer to understand how my client learns best. This allows me to fully meet my client in the middle and guide them to grow in a direction that complements their learning nature. My flexibility in scheduling further...See Hashmat's full profile

As I said I have eight years of experience teaching ESL to adults. I also have a certificate from UCLA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). I have taught students from all over the world and can adapt my teaching methods to match your learning style so that you can feel more relaxed and have fun...See MARY's full profile

TEST PREP: 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)....See Sean's full profile

I have 15 years of experience helping students of all ages and reading levels improve. I plan each class based on the needs and interests of each individual so they get where they want to go with confidence!See Dalal's full profile

I passed each of the following examinations of competence the first time I "sat" for each exam: CBEST: 123 is PASS. I scored 190 and Above Average for each category. SSAT Single Subject Assessment for Teaching: Passing score 220 out 300 points. PRAXIS: Range 100-200. I scored 165 in Analytical Essay, 169 Interpret...See Izzy '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 teach college and university English composition and literature. I also have experience tutoring middle school English, reading, and writing.See Gloria'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

Using targeted learning strategies for specific students to achieve optimal outcomes, I apply interdisciplinary approaches and address learning styles. I work to improve reading comprehension, composition, grammar, and vocabulary. The Science of Reading is a touchstone of my teaching practice. In the...See Dr. Mara'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 have a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, and experience teaching English at all levels. I have experience helping students with conversation, grammar and sentence structure, reading comprehension, writing, and vocabulary.See Scott's full profile

What I have learned through my teaching is that the arts engage students and help them find new ways of understanding, memorizing, and processing. If your child is struggling with reading, writing, or critical thinking, I will diagnose their specific needs, then we will explore engaging ways to build that skill....See Carly's full profile

I had the same struggles in elementary school with reading comprehension, and understand how frustrating it can be. I always loved reading, and am an avid reader, but it took a lot of help to get where I am now. See Talena's full profile

I am a successful proofreader, specifically with college essays. I have a great attention ro detail and an excellent grasp of spelling, grammar, and pronunciation. Most recently while I was getting my MSN degree, I read and wrote papers on scholarly articles for evidence-based practice (EBP). EBP integrates the...See Zahra'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

I enjoy unlocking the possibilities of young minds: reading is suppose to be fun not a chore. It is my goal that my students discover that this is indeed very true. As a child in Sunday School, as a classroom helper in Elementary, Middle School and High School, and finally as a Theatre director helping actors...See Elizabeth's full profile

Nice to meet you! My name is Ashley, and I'm from sunny California. I graduated from UCLA with degrees in English and Education Studies. I am pursuing my English masters at UCI and concurrently receiving my teaching credential for secondary education. I have 4+ years of editorial experience in the publishing industry...See Ashley'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

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

My favorite part of this work is getting to know each student and creating an individualized approach tailored to them. I'd love to help you clearly and creatively express your ideas or crack that play. Bring on your reading and writing homework, study skill needs, and essay tasks! I look forward to...See Lyssa'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

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

Extensive background in tutoring and working professionally in English-based subjects, including writing, performance, and reading.See Mary's full profile