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David P.

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Hello everyone,

My name is David, and I'm a California certificated and credentialed teacher. I have over 35 years of classroom experience, third grade through junior high, and tutoring experience all ages including adults.

As I graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with academic honors (Pi-Lambda Theta) I can definitely help you with any reading, writing, or math problems you may be having.

As a classroom teacher in the public schools, I'm familiar with the California...

Hello everyone,

My name is David, and I'm a California certificated and credentialed teacher. I have over 35 years of classroom experience, third grade through junior high, and tutoring experience all ages including adults.

As I graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with academic honors (Pi-Lambda Theta) I can definitely help you with any reading, writing, or math problems you may be having.

As a classroom teacher in the public schools, I'm familiar with the California curriculum and standards, common core, and have classroom supplies and manipulatives that we can use to help make concepts clearer, such as math.

Thanks for reading this bio, and I hope to hear from you.

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University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Elementary Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Graduate Coursework
University of Phoenix
Graduate Coursework
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ADHD

ADHD

I am a California credentialed teacher with 30+ years experience, and I have had many children throughout the years who have been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. I adjust assignments, modify instruction, vary the pacing, and use manipulatives and rewards to address different learning styles, and achieve success. In a one-to one situation, the child benefits even more. Hope to hear from you!
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

Hello, I would be delighted to help you with your tutoring needs. I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska. I'm a fully certificated and credentialed teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience with both children and adults. I explain things patiently and clearly, and I hope to hear from you!
ASVAB

ASVAB

I'd be delighted to help you study for the ASVAB. I have experience with test prep including ASVAB tutoring.
CBEST

CBEST

I'd be delighted to help you study for the CBEST. I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels. I explain things patiently and clearly. I have passed the CBEST and am a current credentialed teacher, so I can definitely help you with all areas of the test.
COOP/HSPT

COOP/HSPT

Hi, and thanks for reading my qualifications for the COOP/HSPT. I'd love to help you with this. I'm a college honor graduate with a 3.9 gpa, and as the COOP/HSPT is a middle/high school entrance exam, I'll be able to handle this tutoring material, and explain things so they make sense. I'm a fully credentialed California classroom teacher, and I've taken several tests similar to this in the past. Finally, I took a Barron's practice test online (13 questions) and got a 92 on it. Hope to hear from you!
Dyslexia

Dyslexia

From 30+ full-time years of being a California credentialed, certificated teacher in the classroom helping dyslexic students every year with their reading and math, I've used the strategies that will help you succeed including audio books, typing instead of writing, using a ruler when reading, repetition, multi-sensory instruction, and the option to provide verbal answers. And of course tutoring which allows one-to-one help and no copying from the board is a big plus. Remember, you're not alone! One in five kids have it to some degree, and even stars like Whoopi Goldberg and Steven Spielberg have been diagnosed with dyslexia. Hope to get started soon!
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

Hello, I would be delighted to help you with your tutoring needs. I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska. I'm a fully certificated and credentialed teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience with both children and adults. I explain things patiently and clearly, and I hope to hear from you!
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

Hello, and thanks for taking the time to read this. My name is David, and I'd be delighted to help you with Elementary Math by explaining things clearly and patiently using manipulatives so it makes sense. I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels. I hope to hear from you!
Elementary Science

Elementary Science

I'd be delighted to help you with science. I have taught earth science, life science, and physical science for over two decades. I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels. I explain things patiently and clearly, and I hope to hear from you!
English

English

I'd love to help you with English. I'm a native English speaker and passed the Wyzant English tutoring exam at 100%. I'm also a certificated teacher in California. I graduated from college with academic honors, have over 30 years of classroom experience, and have helped both adults and children with their English needs.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL I look forward to helping you with your ESL needs. I'm a native English speaker, and have been a full time California teacher for 30 years with many ESL students in my classes. I'm patient, fun, and have experience tutoring adults needing ESL help.
GED

GED

Hello, I am a California credentialed teacher, have tutoring experience from first grade through adult, and have passed WyzAnt's qualifying test for GED test prep at 100%. I'd be delighted to help you with your GED test prep. Hope to hear from you soon! Dave
Geography

Geography

I'd be delighted to help you with geography. I explain things patiently and clearly, I aced Wyzant's qualifying test, and I hope to hear from you! I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience with both adults and children.
Grammar

Grammar

I'd be delighted to help you with grammar. I explain things patiently and clearly, I am currently a full-time teacher in California, and am a native English speaker. Hope to hear from you! I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, and have tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels.
GRE

GRE

I'd be delighted to help you with your GRE test prep. I am a credentialed California teacher, and have tutored both adults, youth, and children over several years. Hope to hear from you! Dave
Handwriting

Handwriting

Hello, and I'd be delighted to help you with handwriting. I'm a California credentialed classroom teacher, and I've taught in an elementary classroom setting for over 30 years. Every year of those included handwriting modeling, instruction, and feedback at the third and fourth grade level.
ISEE

ISEE

I'd be delighted to help you study for the ISEE. I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels. I explain things patiently and clearly, and I hope to hear from you! I'll be able to help you study for the ISEE. It has five parts, and I'm fluent and competent with all five: verbal reasoning (which is mostly vocabulary), quantitative reasoning which is math word problems, reading comprehension, math achievement, and an essay. I've passed the CBEST which requires all of this, and I'm a currently certificated and employed Kern County teacher, teaching all these subjects daily. As I'm also certified to tutor algebra, I can help older students with their test prep as well. I'm a college honor graduate, and can also assist you with test-taking strategies.
Phonics

Phonics

Hello, I'd be delighted to help you with phonics. As an elementary teacher, I know the reading basics are so important. I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels. I explain things patiently and clearly, and I hope to hear from you!
Praxis

Praxis

Hello! As a professional, credentialed, classroom teacher, I had to take and pass the total MSAT PRAXIS test, and I use much of the tests' content everyday in the classroom during regular teaching. Hope to hear from you!
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

Hello, and thanks for taking the time to read this. I'd be delighted to help you with Pre-Algebra. I explain things patiently and clearly, and I hope to hear from you! I can also lead you through Algebra One as far as you'd like! I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels.
Proofreading

Proofreading

Hello! Do you need help proofreading something? I can help you do that! I'm a California credentialed teacher with both classroom and tutoring experience, elementary through adult education, and I passed the qualifying test at 100%. We can work in person or even online. Hope to hear from you! David
Reading

Reading

I'd be delighted to help you with any reading difficulties you may be having. I've taught reading at many levels...from elementary through adult education. I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels. I explain things patiently and clearly, and I hope to hear from you!
Spelling

Spelling

Hello, and thanks for taking the time to read this. My name is David, and I'd be delighted to help you with spelling/language arts. I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels. I explain things patiently and clearly, and I hope to hear from you!
STAAR

STAAR

Hi, and thanks for reading my qualifications for STAAR test prep. I'm a credentialed teacher with over 30 years of classroom experience, third grade through eighth, which are the grade levels covered by the STAAR. I also have tutoring experience and test prep experience in reading, writing, math, social studies, and science from elementary through adult levels. This experience was in California, not Texas, but the basics are pretty close. Hope to hear from you!
Study Skills

Study Skills

I'd be delighted to help you with study skills! I explain things patiently and clearly, and I'm a very organized individual, as evidenced by the fact that I've successfully taught combination classes. The skills needed to do this are very similar to study skills (looking at the big picture, knowing how to find answers). I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

I'd be delighted to help you with reading/vocabulary! I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels. I explain things patiently and clearly. I'm a native English speaker and am currently teaching language arts, reading, and vocabulary at a California public school.
Writing

Writing

Hello, and thanks for taking the time to read this. My name is David, and I'd be delighted to help you with any type of writing assignments or difficulties you may be having. I hold a Bachelor of Science teaching degree with academic distinction from the University of Nebraska, I'm a fully certificated and full-time teacher in California, and I have over 30 years of public school teaching experience, as well as tutoring experience at both adult and youth levels. I explain things patiently and clearly, and I hope to hear from you!
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David is Amazing

David has been working with my son for the past 5 weeks on math, science, and general study skills. Not only has his test scores gone up, but his entire attitude towards school has improved. David is poised, patient, caring, and is just simply great with children. He has so many tools that make learning an easier and enjoyable thing. He made math a ton less complicated for my 5th grader, which is a victory in and of itself. I would recommend anyone with a struggling child to use David as their tutor. He's an amazing teacher but an even better person.

Rich, 5 lessons with David

Great teacher understands my struggle and keeps on helping me improve

David is a really good teacher he had patience once again, and he’s helping me build the confidence i’ve never had in math. Amazing teacher!

Jissel, 2 lessons with David

Great teacher understands and is very patient

David is a really good teacher he had patience and made today’s lesson a fun and non stressful experience. he explained things perfectly well with visuals and scenarios which is exactly what i need.

Jissel, 2 lessons with David

Knowledgeable and kind!

David has been great with my son. Patient, honest, kind and engaging! Thank you David, it’s great to work with you! We are looking forward to having more lessons to prepare for the test.

Marian, 5 lessons with David

Great Job!

My son struggles with algebra. Working with David was very good for him. David is very patient. He provided lots of encouragement. As practical matter, we found David easy to work with. He could quickly and easily work with our schedules to find a convenient time to work. As a working mom and dad, we really appreciate this. Thank you!

Judith, 3 lessons with David
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