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Angela A.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) language and Spanish AP/SAT subject tutor

Bilingual (English/Spanish) language and Spanish AP/SAT subject tutor

$50/hour

4.9 (84 ratings)

  • 389 hours tutoring

About Angela

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I have always had a dual career path as a bilingual creative professional and educator. I have been teaching Photoshop and English to non-native speakers as the teacher of record at Otis College of Art and Design since 2005. I started tutoring in college where I tutored Spanish, French, Italian and Anthropology. The subjects I tutor for Wyzant are Spanish (all levels including AP and IB), English composition, English and Spanish language acquisition (EFL and SFL), high school through college...

I have always had a dual career path as a bilingual creative professional and educator. I have been teaching Photoshop and English to non-native speakers as the teacher of record at Otis College of Art and Design since 2005. I started tutoring in college where I tutored Spanish, French, Italian and Anthropology. The subjects I tutor for Wyzant are Spanish (all levels including AP and IB), English composition, English and Spanish language acquisition (EFL and SFL), high school through college graduate level academic writing and digital and traditional art, all levels from beginning, to AP Art, and professional levels.

I love tutoring because it is one on one teaching. Great gains are the result of focused attention on specific goals and customized plans that allow for flexibility and efficiency. I take a genuine interest in my students and love to see them succeed.

MAT from USC in TESOL. 3.97 GPA.

I have a BA from UCLA in Spanish Language and Literature. I lived in Spain, Mexico and Honduras and use Spanish consistently in my daily life.

I have 30 years experience as a creative professional in the Toy Industry. I worked at Mattel for 20 years and Lakeshore Learning Materials for nearly 12 years in full-time staff positions. Now I freelance for the following toy companies: Mattel, inc., Moose Toys, Spinmaster Toys, Funrise Toys, Alpha Toys, Yulu Toys and Charisma Brands.

I love to teach and I love to guide people to meet their goals and discover wonderful surprises about their own unique talents along the way! I firmly believe in celebrating and activating prior knowledge to facilitate high-level learning.

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Education

UCLA
Spanish
Antioch McGregor
Masters
USC
Masters

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Art

Adobe InDesign,

Adobe InDesign

I teach Adobe Creative suite at the college level. Train adults in Spanish and English to prepare for creative careers. I use Adobe InDesign in my work in the past as an in house designer and now as a freelance designer.
Adobe Photoshop,

Adobe Photoshop

Photo retoucher and illustrator - Mattel 10 years Color specialist/retoucher - Lakeshore Learning Materials 11 years Photoshop instructor - Otis College of Art and Design, Toy Design Department - 8 years Photoshop instructor - Caledonian, Inc - 6 months
Drawing,

Drawing

I teach digital drawing and painting at Otis college of art and design. I teach perspective, line drawing, light logic, rendering of surfaces, character design, life drawing and industrial design sketching and rendering. I have been doing life drawing for over 30 years. I can teach at the most basic level and also at advanced levels.
Graphic Design

Graphic Design

I worked for 15 years in the Package Design department at Mattel, Inc. both as a designer and as a digital effects supervisor. As such, I worked on package layouts, preliminary sketches, logo development, art direction of photography and illustration. I have had my own freelance graphic arts business for 9 years and have worked with companies such as Mattel, Alpha Toys, Funrise Toys, Moose Toys, and Charisma Brands. I have been teaching at Otis College of Art and Design for 8 years in the Toy Design Department, only one of two-degree programs in Toy Design in the U.S.

Computer

Adobe InDesign,

Adobe InDesign

I teach Adobe Creative suite at the college level. Train adults in Spanish and English to prepare for creative careers. I use Adobe InDesign in my work in the past as an in house designer and now as a freelance designer.
Adobe Photoshop,

Adobe Photoshop

Photo retoucher and illustrator - Mattel 10 years Color specialist/retoucher - Lakeshore Learning Materials 11 years Photoshop instructor - Otis College of Art and Design, Toy Design Department - 8 years Photoshop instructor - Caledonian, Inc - 6 months
Graphic Design

Graphic Design

I worked for 15 years in the Package Design department at Mattel, Inc. both as a designer and as a digital effects supervisor. As such, I worked on package layouts, preliminary sketches, logo development, art direction of photography and illustration. I have had my own freelance graphic arts business for 9 years and have worked with companies such as Mattel, Alpha Toys, Funrise Toys, Moose Toys, and Charisma Brands. I have been teaching at Otis College of Art and Design for 8 years in the Toy Design Department, only one of two-degree programs in Toy Design in the U.S.

Corporate Training

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I currently teach developmental English at Otis College of Art and Design in the Liberal Arts and Sciences department. Through faculty development grants, I have published on topics related to English for Specific Purposes with research into the experience of the International student in the United States.
Spanish

Spanish

BA, UCLA, Spanish MA, USC, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Teach academic English at Otis College of Art and Design Tutor in Spanish for MS Office, Photoshop and ESL

Elementary Education

Reading

English

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I currently teach developmental English at Otis College of Art and Design in the Liberal Arts and Sciences department. Through faculty development grants, I have published on topics related to English for Specific Purposes with research into the experience of the International student in the United States.
Writing,

Writing

I teach academic writing as part of the developmental English program at Otis College of Art and Design for the liberal arts and sciences department. In this course, I prepare students for success in all areas of academic writing used in the college: reading responses, reflections, narrative and argumentative essays as well as critique and debate. Critical thinking skills are what I stress in my classes as well as solid college-level research skills to help students bridge from high school, college and on to graduate school. Mechanics such as grammar and syntax are covered as well as thematic writing, claims of fact, policy and a variety of rhetorical devices to prepare students for success in future coursework.
English, Reading

Homeschool

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I currently teach developmental English at Otis College of Art and Design in the Liberal Arts and Sciences department. Through faculty development grants, I have published on topics related to English for Specific Purposes with research into the experience of the International student in the United States.
Spanish,

Spanish

BA, UCLA, Spanish MA, USC, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Teach academic English at Otis College of Art and Design Tutor in Spanish for MS Office, Photoshop and ESL
Writing,

Writing

I teach academic writing as part of the developmental English program at Otis College of Art and Design for the liberal arts and sciences department. In this course, I prepare students for success in all areas of academic writing used in the college: reading responses, reflections, narrative and argumentative essays as well as critique and debate. Critical thinking skills are what I stress in my classes as well as solid college-level research skills to help students bridge from high school, college and on to graduate school. Mechanics such as grammar and syntax are covered as well as thematic writing, claims of fact, policy and a variety of rhetorical devices to prepare students for success in future coursework.
English, Reading

Language

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I currently teach developmental English at Otis College of Art and Design in the Liberal Arts and Sciences department. Through faculty development grants, I have published on topics related to English for Specific Purposes with research into the experience of the International student in the United States.
Spanish

Spanish

BA, UCLA, Spanish MA, USC, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Teach academic English at Otis College of Art and Design Tutor in Spanish for MS Office, Photoshop and ESL

Most Popular

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I currently teach developmental English at Otis College of Art and Design in the Liberal Arts and Sciences department. Through faculty development grants, I have published on topics related to English for Specific Purposes with research into the experience of the International student in the United States.
Spanish,

Spanish

BA, UCLA, Spanish MA, USC, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Teach academic English at Otis College of Art and Design Tutor in Spanish for MS Office, Photoshop and ESL
Writing,

Writing

I teach academic writing as part of the developmental English program at Otis College of Art and Design for the liberal arts and sciences department. In this course, I prepare students for success in all areas of academic writing used in the college: reading responses, reflections, narrative and argumentative essays as well as critique and debate. Critical thinking skills are what I stress in my classes as well as solid college-level research skills to help students bridge from high school, college and on to graduate school. Mechanics such as grammar and syntax are covered as well as thematic writing, claims of fact, policy and a variety of rhetorical devices to prepare students for success in future coursework.
English, Reading

Other

ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I currently teach developmental English at Otis College of Art and Design in the Liberal Arts and Sciences department. Through faculty development grants, I have published on topics related to English for Specific Purposes with research into the experience of the International student in the United States.

Summer

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I currently teach developmental English at Otis College of Art and Design in the Liberal Arts and Sciences department. Through faculty development grants, I have published on topics related to English for Specific Purposes with research into the experience of the International student in the United States.
Spanish,

Spanish

BA, UCLA, Spanish MA, USC, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Teach academic English at Otis College of Art and Design Tutor in Spanish for MS Office, Photoshop and ESL
Writing,

Writing

I teach academic writing as part of the developmental English program at Otis College of Art and Design for the liberal arts and sciences department. In this course, I prepare students for success in all areas of academic writing used in the college: reading responses, reflections, narrative and argumentative essays as well as critique and debate. Critical thinking skills are what I stress in my classes as well as solid college-level research skills to help students bridge from high school, college and on to graduate school. Mechanics such as grammar and syntax are covered as well as thematic writing, claims of fact, policy and a variety of rhetorical devices to prepare students for success in future coursework.
Reading

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Really knowledgeable and fun tutor

Angela is a fabulous Spanish tutor. She is really helping me get conversational quickly and helps me find words that pertain to my business. She is patient and makes each lesson fun and enjoyable.

Marissa, 2 lessons with Angela

Expert, Caring Photoshop tutor

Angela is a terrific Photoshop instructor. She worked with my adult son, who has autism, with patience and creativity to help him develop his Photoshop skills. She communicates well, and has a deep knowledge of her field. She went over and above the required instruction to ensure that my son comprehended his lessons. I have no doubt that she brings this level of commitment to every student. I highly recommend her.

Tania, 2 lessons with Angela

Personable and helpful

She went over my paper with a fine tooth comb and suggested minor changes and helped ensure that APA formatting was correct. She was personable and a good listener. I provided her with the assignment rubric and she reviewed the paper to ensure that it aligned with the rubric. Hoping for an excellent grade with her help.

Adyn, 4 lessons with Angela

Amazing Angela!

Angela is teaching my amazing girlfriend how to improve her English. She is patient, thoughtful, courteous and extremely intelligent. My girlfriend raves about how accommodating Angela is and how excited she gets before and after a lesson with Angela. A great tutor and person!

Celenia, 10 lessons with Angela

Awesome

Helped my daughter so much with her Spanish 3 test. She came in at the last minute and really helped bump up her grade and showed her how to use her textbook.

Jessica, 3 lessons with Angela
Tutor responded:

Jessica, Thank you so much for the review! Your daughter is very bright and best of all, fearless when it came to tackling a challenging subject. We analyzed a Pablo Neruda poem together which is something that is college level work! It has been a pleasure to work with her!

Knowledgeable and patient Tutor

Motivates the student very well. Highly recommend for high school students and tough classes like AP Spanish. Helps the child achieve goals even in short period of time.

Anu, 1 lesson with Angela

Great Tutor

Angela is a fantastic tutor. She puts a great deal of time and effort into her lessons. She is very caring and genuinely wants the student to do well. We were incredibly lucky to stumble upon Angela when we needed help the most. Angela expects you to work hard so that you will actually benefit from her services. I honestly cannot say enough about her. She is fantastic!!!

Julie, 19 lessons with Angela

Great teacher

I had to prep for an interview in Spanish. Angela was very helpful and quick to correct my grammar and teach me new phrases. Thank you!

Will, 1 lesson with Angela
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