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Chris S.

English MA, Credentials, 7 Yrs Teaching Exp. (Middle, High, Adult)

English MA, Credentials, 7 Yrs Teaching Exp. (Middle, High, Adult)

$40/hour

5.0 (439 ratings)

  • 1,194 hours tutoring

About Chris

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I have English degrees (B.A., M.A.) and teaching credentials (K-8, high school English). I taught middle school English for 2 years and high school English for 4 years, and I’ve tutored over 1,000 hours on Wyzant in the last couple years. I believe in the importance of strong reading and writing skills and enjoy engaging students in the discipline of English.

I find that students learn much more when they receive in-depth, individualized instruction and feedback, something that, in most...

I have English degrees (B.A., M.A.) and teaching credentials (K-8, high school English). I taught middle school English for 2 years and high school English for 4 years, and I’ve tutored over 1,000 hours on Wyzant in the last couple years. I believe in the importance of strong reading and writing skills and enjoy engaging students in the discipline of English.

I find that students learn much more when they receive in-depth, individualized instruction and feedback, something that, in most cases, classroom teachers cannot adequately provide. I enjoy working with individuals to advance their English skills in the areas where they need it most.

I am extremely knowledgeable and skilled in the areas of reading comprehension, literary analysis, writing, and language conventions (grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc.). I also have an expert understanding of Common Core ELA, which means I know what English teachers and test-developers are looking for.

Please contact me with any questions and/or to book a tutoring session. I look forward to working with you!

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Education

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly)
English
California State University, Sacramento (Sac State)
Masters

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Subjects

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Grammar

Elementary Education

Reading,

Reading

I can help students at any level improve their reading skills and comprehension. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
Grammar, Vocabulary

English

English,

English

I can help students at any level improve in English. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
Literature,

Literature

I can help students at any level with their understanding and appreciation of literature. I have both a BA and an MA in English with an emphasis on literature. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
Reading,

Reading

I can help students at any level improve their reading skills and comprehension. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
Writing,

Writing

I can help students at all levels improve their writing skills. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
ACT English, ACT Reading, Grammar, SAT Reading, SAT Writing, Vocabulary

Homeschool

English,

English

I can help students at any level improve in English. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
Reading,

Reading

I can help students at any level improve their reading skills and comprehension. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
Writing,

Writing

I can help students at all levels improve their writing skills. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
SAT Reading

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English,

English

I can help students at any level improve in English. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
Reading,

Reading

I can help students at any level improve their reading skills and comprehension. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
Writing

Writing

I can help students at all levels improve their writing skills. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.

Summer

Reading,

Reading

I can help students at any level improve their reading skills and comprehension. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.
Writing

Writing

I can help students at all levels improve their writing skills. I am credentialed to teach reading and writing in K-8 (CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential). I student-taught at the elementary level for a year and taught 8th grade English for two years. I am also credentialed to teach reading and writing in high school and adult education (CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in English). I taught high school English for four years and am currently working in adult education.

Test Preparation

ACT English, ACT Reading, SAT Reading, SAT Writing

Examples of Expertise

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Patient tutor and extremely knowlegeable

This is the second time working with Chris and he is very informative. He sure knows his way around composition and is able to direct me to write a better paper by assisting me in correcting my mistakes. Wonderful tutor.

Brianda, 3 lessons with Chris

Covered a lot of content.

Chris had a pleasant demeanor and that was helpful for me. Covered a lot of content that will be useful for my SAT and ACT. Explained things in a way that I could understand.

Miracle, 2 lessons with Chris

Committed and knowledgable writing partner!

One of the reasons I like working with Chris is that he partners with me as I develop my work. Chris commits to my projects as though they are his and provides helpful feedback that improves the structure, content, and grammar of my assignments. With his help, I was able to gain entry into a competitive nursing program and now he is helping me improve essays for scholarships. He writing knowledge, creative input and patient demeanor combine to create an enviroment that that is hospitable to creating great essays. I am very grateful for his insights and help!

Julian , 3 lessons with Chris

Chris is such a great tutor!

Chris helped my 2 kids with Middle School English/Literature. They really enjoyed working with him and look forward to seeing him for the weeks to come. Thank you Chris!

Aina, 10 lessons with Chris

Incredible teacher with great insights

Chris, I think you are an incredible teacher and I very much appreciated your focus and insights about the book discussed with my 7th grader.

Dominika, 1 lesson with Chris

Knowledgable tutor who really cares

Chris reviewed SAT reading comprehension with my son. He broke the passage into parts and thoroughly reviewed and explained the passage to him. He even went into definitions. Definitely impressed!

Janet, 33 lessons with Chris

Chris was and excellent tutor, very knowledgeable and patient

Chris helped me to improve my writing. Because English is my second language, I have issues with grammar and sentence’s structure. Chris was very patient instructing me how re write a more clear response to one of my peers.

Nathalie, 1 lesson with Chris

Very knowledgeable, patient and resourceful

He has been great help on her Honor English class work including essays, answering all questions, and providing extra resources after the session too. Thank you and we look forward continuing our sessions with him.

Jay, 18 lessons with Chris

Very patient and helpful tutor

My son was struggling with literature and found Chris to be extremely helpful. Would be continuing class with Chris in the future too for the remainder of the school year.

MADHURIMA, 3 lessons with Chris

Excellent, Experienced, knowledgeable and patient tutor

Mr. Chris is tutoring Literature and Writing to my son who is a freshman this year at high school. I totally recommend him since he is very patient and responsible, always tries to help and gives great editing tips. He always wants to be sure that student is fine with his work and understanding everything, besides his usual home work. Simply, if you are searching for a best Literature teacher, schedule a class with Mr. Chris.

Srividya, 38 lessons with Chris
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