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Cecily G.

4.9 (94 ratings)

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I have many years of experience teaching young people and adults, and have a passion for motivating and engaging youth and adults one-in-one in inspiring learning experiences. Few things are as meaningful and energizing to me as encouraging students to have faith in themselves, persevere and improve their skills. I'm constantly thinking of what makes learning more effective and more enjoyable, both through my experiences and continuing study.

I have eight years of experience teaching...

I have many years of experience teaching young people and adults, and have a passion for motivating and engaging youth and adults one-in-one in inspiring learning experiences. Few things are as meaningful and energizing to me as encouraging students to have faith in themselves, persevere and improve their skills. I'm constantly thinking of what makes learning more effective and more enjoyable, both through my experiences and continuing study.

I have eight years of experience teaching TEFL/TESL, including two years' experience teaching English full-time to students aged 10-adult in China where I received a second TEFL certificate as well as extensive on-the-job training. I taught students in classes from 1 to 30 people. I taught from given materials, books and PowerPoint, and also created and taught my own classes, including a year-long course in American Culture.

I currently work in a public elementary school teaching children with a specific learning disability. I teach mostly fluency and writing to students in grades 2-5. I also teach some reading comprehension, morphology, phonics, word problems and math.

I started studying French as a child and have spent time in France and in French-speaking Switzerland. I am currently teaching French to beginners.

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Education

Oberlin College
Music History
  • Licensed teacher

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  • Background check passed on 4/19/2024

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Ear Training

Ear Training

I graduated from Oberlin College with a B.A. in Music History and Theory where I studied Aural Skills. Later I took a course in Kodaly music training for teaching children music. I play piano and sing and have many years of sight singing experience. I'm offering here training in fundamentals of reading music and ear training.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I worked with K-6 students (& students in grades 7-12) for 16 years, in schools and in after-school private lessons (music). I have also tutored elementary-age students in ESL, writing, and geography. Recent projects include teaching an original semester-long course in US states. I have 6 ECE credits (early childhood education).
English

English

I have tutored students high school age and older in English, helping them prepare for tests such as the CAHSEE and SAT and helping them with their general coursework. I tutor foreign students in English as a Second Language as well. I have done some freelance writing and editing and enjoy creative writing.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I taught English abroad for two years and have also tutored ESL in the U.S. I have two TEFL/TESOL/TESL certificates, one from Oxford Seminars and another from the Chinese government. I took the course "Grammar Fundamentals for ESL Teachers" at UC Berkeley Extension and also received the top score on module 1 of the TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test).
French

French

I started studying French as a child and also lived in France for a few months with my family. I continued studying all through high school, during which I also spent a summer in French-speaking Switzerland (and received a 5 on the French AP exam). In college I spent a semester abroad in France. Since then I have done some French to English translation.
General Music

General Music

I have a bachelor's degree in Music History and Theory and taught music (private lessons in violin) for 16 years. I've studied violin, piano and voice. Kodaly training. Classical music is the area I'm most experienced and knowledgeable about. Note that I'm not currently teaching lessons in violin, piano or voice. Please message me to discuss what you're looking for.
Grammar

Grammar

I recently (Summer 2020) completed a course in morphology and syntax and received an A. I also took the course "Grammar Fundamentals for ESL Teachers" at U.C. Berkeley Extension and received an A.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I currently proofread texts by non-native speakers. I have edited (and proofread) academic papers, including those written in English by non-native speakers. I have taken a courses in grammar, morphology and syntax. I am a writer as well, and my writing has been described as "crisp".
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

I am currently working with students on SAT reading skills.
TOEFL

TOEFL

Two years experience teaching English to adults in China. Two TEFL certificates. Took "Grammar Fundamentals for ESL Teachers" at U.C. Berkeley Extension.
Writing

Writing

I have experience tutoring at-risk youth, foster youth and other high school students in writing and have worked as a freelance copywriter and editor. I have also taken courses in creative writing and write my own poetry and prose.
Reading
Spelling
Vocabulary

Examples of Expertise

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Knowledgeable, organized, easy to schedule

Hi Cecily is tutoring my 13yo son in French. She has been excellent on many levels. She has taught my son how to study for a language- flash cards, conjugation practice and writing the words and phrases to make sure he learns spelling. Cecily is friendly calm and makes it fun. She has been very responsive to emails and scheduling making it very easy to work with her.

Katie, 20 lessons with Cecily

Knowledgeable and patient teacher.

Cecily is able to make writing and working on stories so much for my 2nd grader. When I tried to teach him, it always ended up in a fight but he is looking forward to her lessons even after a whole zoom school day. His writing, spelling and the ability to grab his thoughts into words improved immensely. Thank you!

Svenja, 24 lessons with Cecily

Patient and Engaging

This was our initial meeting with Cecily, my daughter loved meeting with her. She was warm, engaging, and kept pace with my 8-year-olds excited mind and tangents.

Bella, 57 lessons with Cecily

Great fun!

Cecily provides great feedback on pronouncing correctly and helps me put together sentences from the new words and concepts that we review. I feel like I am learning a great deal even though I only have a little time to study. Cecily and I went over a family postcard in French from 1914 that we found among a box of family letters. She helped me to understand it slowly even with my extremely basic French. This was very exciting!

Jessica, 116 lessons with Cecily

Excellent tutor

A very kind, patient, and knowledgeable tutor. Helped my sister in law who was visiting for a week from Toronto. Was flexible to accommodate last minute requests. Highly recommended. A+

Darryl, 4 lessons with Cecily

Nice Tutor

I think the first meeting went off to a good start. My daughter said she was very helpful and looks forward to working with her more. She went over the lessons that they were learning in school along with some basics. We look forward to having her again.

Karen, 4 lessons with Cecily

Dedicated French Tutor

Cecily taught me French. She was creative and came up with a lot of different methods for adult learning (pictures on a clip board, songs etc) which helped me a lot. She was patient to wait until I constructed a sentence and helped me to correct it when needed. I recommend Cecily as a teacher.

Luna , 19 lessons with Cecily

Good, reliable tutor

I had one session with Cecily to review two papers. She helped me with grammar issues and develop ideas properly. She was on time and helped me improve my papers. Her rate is fair for what she offers.

Richard, 1 lesson with Cecily
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