The Best Reading Tutors in South Pasadena, CA

I have 16 years of paid professional tutoring experience, with extensive one-on-one work in English and reading. I help students strengthen reading comprehension by identifying main ideas, making inferences, analyzing details, understanding vocabulary in context, and supporting answers with evidence from...See Shawn's full profile

I’ve worked without students to help develop the foundation for letters, sounds and some phonics that allows them to build up the word recognition and ability to feel successful in navigating text. Then we work on basics of comprehension with games and activities to break down the stories.See Celeste's full profile

What actually turned things around was a specific, methodical approach — not a bag of tricks, not raw talent — and that’s exactly what I teach my students directly. I offer one-on-one LSAT prep covering Logical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension, building real command of the test’s underlying logic —...See Marc's full profile

I was educated in Scotland and received Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Italy. I have taught High School in Hawaii, where I was employed by the State of Hawaii Department of Education, as well as the University of Hawaii-Hilo. I have always established a good relationship with individuals from a variety of...See Daniel'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 look forward to helping you strengthen your critical thinking, reading, and/or writing abilities (and making the process enjoyable)! I earned my BA with Honors in English from UC Berkeley (minor in Spanish) and went on to earn a PhD in English Language and Literature. Whether you need help with an essay,...See Maria's full profile

I'm a tutor, teaching artist, writer, editor, and former NYC high school English teacher with over 10 years of experience working with students in the classroom and one-on-one. I hold an MA in English and Theater Education from NYU and a BA in Performance Studies from Northwestern. I love working with students, and I...See Lyssa'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 specialize in helping students with college applications, graduate school applications, academic writing, and creative work such as filmmaking, screenwriting, and acting. I’m a Columbia University graduate with a BA in English Literature, and I earned my MFA from USC in Film Production. I have over a decade...See Ariana's full profile

Hi! I’m Laura Ashe and I have 30 plus years of one-on-one and class experience teaching both English and Japanese as a second language. I have my TEFL certification and a BA in Japanese Language and Intercultural Communication from ICU in Tokyo, one of Japan’s premier bilingual language universities. I lived in Japan...See Laura's full profile

Extensive background in tutoring and working professionally in English-based subjects, including writing, performance, and reading.See Mary'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 specialize in EXPERT college essays, personal statements, and application strategy. The key to acceptance is finding out what makes YOUNIQUE. Anyone can write a polished essay. Anyone can get a 4.0. Anyone can start a club, star in the school play, or score the winning touchdown. There are thousands of qualified...See Arianna's full profile

I've been teaching and coaching in theater, television, film, literature, journalism, and civics / debate for over 25 years. I've taught at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) in Los Angeles; Emerson College L.A. Program; Guest Director at Chapman University; Examiner for the International Baccalaureate;...See Jed's full profile

Originally from Johannesburg, South Africa, I now reside in Los Angeles, CA. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with minors in Spanish and Drama, alongside a high-level focus on Hebrew Language and Literature. My diverse educational background reflects my commitment to holistic learning and creative expression. I...See Arye'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

I am an experienced college essay consultant and writing coach who is committed to supporting students in crafting thoughtful, compelling, and authentic personal statements for college and graduate school admissions. I provide my students with a structured process for drafting their essays and actionable steps for...See Calina's full profile

Everyone reads. Right? Yes, but how many really know HOW to read properly? Language skills in all forms are crucial to daily modern life. And reading is critical to achieving this. How one uses, or misuses, or misreads language can determine success or failure in interaction with others. English...See David'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 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

Reading, writing and speaking are all essential to learning the English language properly. I teach using both phonics to read the words and whole language for comprehension. This includes reading stories for meaning that I believe are crucial to teaching Reading. My multiple subject teaching...See Denise's full profile

Dr. Lena Magardechian is a Psychology Professor at Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology, where she teaches graduate students in the Clinical Psychology Program with a Marriage and Family Therapy emphasis. She holds an advanced degree in Psychology specializing in Marriage and Family...See Lena's full profile

A quotation hanging in my classroom reads: "The whole world opened to me when I learned to read." I teach because I know the power and joy of reading. I know that students who love to read will learn to read and will feel successful in school. I know that feeling successful in...See Savannah'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

After graduating from St. Stephen's Prep High School outside Washington D.C., I spent 4 years at Tulane University graduating with a Bachelor's Degree. I have a gift for taking difficult to comprehend concepts and turning them into easy-to-understand, applicable lessons. I've also had experience in stand-up comedy...See Jefferson's full profile