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Happy, Passionate, and Experienced English Teacher Who Loves Children
Melanie G.

5.0 (198 ratings)

421 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $45
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Melanie G.'s Photo

Happy, Passionate, and Experienced English Teacher Who Loves Children
Happy, Passionate, and Experienced English Teacher Who Loves Children
Melanie G.

5.0 (198 ratings)

421 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (198 ratings)

421 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Melanie

Bio

My passion is the English language, and I love sharing this passion with others. I began tutoring while I was in high school and I also taught Sunday School. While majoring in journalism in college, my volunteer time was spent teaching and tutoring. After graduating, I taught in several private and public schools and then went on to teach for an ISP (Independent Study Program) for 19 years. I have four children and homeschooled all of them—they all went on to university.

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My passion is the English language, and I love sharing this passion with others. I began tutoring while I was in high school and I also taught Sunday School. While majoring in journalism in college, my volunteer time was spent teaching and tutoring. After graduating, I taught in several private and public schools and then went on to teach for an ISP (Independent Study Program) for 19 years. I have four children and homeschooled all of them—they all went on to university.

I love teaching children and I especially love when I see that lightbulb of understanding go off when I'm teaching a lesson. My students progress very quickly with the one-on-one focus, and I am lucky to be a part of that experience.

In addition to my BA degree in Journalism, I am a certified copy editor and have edited several award-winning novels. I love reading and learning about new things and new places, and I usually have several books going at the same time. I also love to write, and in addition to working for a newspaper I began writing poetry and children's books when I was young.

Writing, reading, and speaking well is vital for success in every aspect of life. Developing these skills will fortify self-confidence and enrich academic achievement. I can help you progress in your development of these skills in a fun and interactive way. Please contact me to schedule a lesson.

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Education

BA Degree, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Journalism
University of California at San Diego, Copyediting Certificate
Graduate Coursework

Policies

  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person
  • Hourly Rate: $45
  • Rate details: For students outside of my travel range of 12 miles, a gas fee is added to my rate.
  • Travel policy: Within 10 miles of Fallbrook, CA 92028
  • Lesson cancellation: 2 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 2/17/2017

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Art

Art History

Corporate Training

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a BA in Journalism and a Copyediting Certificate. I am enthusiastic about teaching children and adults to read, write, and speak English well. I have taught in public and private schools for over 20 years. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years. My students progress quickly.
Grammar,

Grammar

I am a certified Copyeditor (UCSD), and I have a BA in journalism. I taught in public and private schools for over ten years and I have homeschooled my four children.
Proofreading

Elementary Education

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have a BA degree in journalism with a minor in child development. I taught K-6th in public and private schools as a full time, part time, and substitute teacher for ten years. I also taught homeschool for my four children for 19 years, including co-op classes.
Grammar,

Grammar

I am a certified Copyeditor (UCSD), and I have a BA in journalism. I taught in public and private schools for over ten years and I have homeschooled my four children.
Homeschool,

Homeschool

I have homeschooled my four children from preschool through high school-a 19 year journey. They have all gone on to university. I have also taught many homeschool co-op classes.
Phonics,

Phonics

Phonics is the core of reading, and developing this strong base leads to reading success. I have taught phonics as part of a reading curriculum for 19 years. Reading well is important for success in all academic subjects.
Reading,

Reading

I have been an elementary school teacher for over two decades, and in my years of teaching, I have always been drawn to the students who need a little extra help. I especially love reaching them and helping their development. I have taught in public and private schools, and for the last 19 years I homeschooled my four children. I would love to support your child in developing good reading comprehension—the cornerstone of academic success.
Elementary Science, Handwriting, Spelling, Vocabulary

English

English,

English

I am an enthusiastic English teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience and over five years of tutoring experience. I am passionate about the language and successfully teach my students to read, write, and speak well.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a BA in Journalism and a Copyediting Certificate. I am enthusiastic about teaching children and adults to read, write, and speak English well. I have taught in public and private schools for over 20 years. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years. My students progress quickly.
Grammar,

Grammar

I am a certified Copyeditor (UCSD), and I have a BA in journalism. I taught in public and private schools for over ten years and I have homeschooled my four children.
Reading,

Reading

I have been an elementary school teacher for over two decades, and in my years of teaching, I have always been drawn to the students who need a little extra help. I especially love reaching them and helping their development. I have taught in public and private schools, and for the last 19 years I homeschooled my four children. I would love to support your child in developing good reading comprehension—the cornerstone of academic success.
Literature, Proofreading, Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing

History

Art History, Geography

Homeschool

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have a BA degree in journalism with a minor in child development. I taught K-6th in public and private schools as a full time, part time, and substitute teacher for ten years. I also taught homeschool for my four children for 19 years, including co-op classes.
English,

English

I am an enthusiastic English teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience and over five years of tutoring experience. I am passionate about the language and successfully teach my students to read, write, and speak well.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a BA in Journalism and a Copyediting Certificate. I am enthusiastic about teaching children and adults to read, write, and speak English well. I have taught in public and private schools for over 20 years. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years. My students progress quickly.
Reading,

Reading

I have been an elementary school teacher for over two decades, and in my years of teaching, I have always been drawn to the students who need a little extra help. I especially love reaching them and helping their development. I have taught in public and private schools, and for the last 19 years I homeschooled my four children. I would love to support your child in developing good reading comprehension—the cornerstone of academic success.
Handwriting, Spelling, Writing

Language

ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I have a BA in Journalism and a Copyediting Certificate. I am enthusiastic about teaching children and adults to read, write, and speak English well. I have taught in public and private schools for over 20 years. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years. My students progress quickly.

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Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have a BA degree in journalism with a minor in child development. I taught K-6th in public and private schools as a full time, part time, and substitute teacher for ten years. I also taught homeschool for my four children for 19 years, including co-op classes.
English,

English

I am an enthusiastic English teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience and over five years of tutoring experience. I am passionate about the language and successfully teach my students to read, write, and speak well.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a BA in Journalism and a Copyediting Certificate. I am enthusiastic about teaching children and adults to read, write, and speak English well. I have taught in public and private schools for over 20 years. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years. My students progress quickly.
Reading,

Reading

I have been an elementary school teacher for over two decades, and in my years of teaching, I have always been drawn to the students who need a little extra help. I especially love reaching them and helping their development. I have taught in public and private schools, and for the last 19 years I homeschooled my four children. I would love to support your child in developing good reading comprehension—the cornerstone of academic success.
Writing

Other

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a BA in Journalism and a Copyediting Certificate. I am enthusiastic about teaching children and adults to read, write, and speak English well. I have taught in public and private schools for over 20 years. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years. My students progress quickly.
Geography

Special Needs

Hard of Hearing,

Hard of Hearing

I have taken two college semesters of American Sign Language, and though I am not fluent, I am confident in communicating with a hard of hearing student. (My daughter is also hard of hearing.)
Phonics,

Phonics

Phonics is the core of reading, and developing this strong base leads to reading success. I have taught phonics as part of a reading curriculum for 19 years. Reading well is important for success in all academic subjects.
Special Needs

Special Needs

I have been a teacher for over two decades, and in my years of teaching, I have had many students with special needs. I especially love reaching these and helping their development. I have taught in public and private schools, and for the last 19 years, have homeschooled my four children. My whole family has been involved at R.E.I.N.S. for special needs students and adults here in Fallbrook for the last 9 years, and we all have an understanding and compassion for special needs children. I would love to support your child in remaining in the mainstream academic program.

Summer

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have a BA degree in journalism with a minor in child development. I taught K-6th in public and private schools as a full time, part time, and substitute teacher for ten years. I also taught homeschool for my four children for 19 years, including co-op classes.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a BA in Journalism and a Copyediting Certificate. I am enthusiastic about teaching children and adults to read, write, and speak English well. I have taught in public and private schools for over 20 years. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years. My students progress quickly.
Reading,

Reading

I have been an elementary school teacher for over two decades, and in my years of teaching, I have always been drawn to the students who need a little extra help. I especially love reaching them and helping their development. I have taught in public and private schools, and for the last 19 years I homeschooled my four children. I would love to support your child in developing good reading comprehension—the cornerstone of academic success.
Writing

Ratings and Reviews

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Reviews

Awesome Teacher!!!

Thank You Melanie for being the Best Tutor a parent/grandparent could ask for. It means a lot to us how much you care about the kids' self besides their studies. Thank You again for caring!

Kahne, 165 lessons with Melanie

Awesome tutor!

She was able to see exactly what our son needed within minutes. He was not that excited about tutoring at first but said he was surprised at how fun the lesson ended up being! Thank you Melanie!

Donny Jr. and, 9 lessons with Melanie

Excellent tutor

Great with little kids. My daughter just loves her. She is always trying to make her learning lessons interesting for my daughter which we love! We are lucky to have her!

Shamyne, 60 lessons with Melanie
Hourly Rate: $45
Response time: 16 hours
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