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Your Guide to English Grammar, Vocabulary, Conversation, and Accent!
David M.

43 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Hourly Rate: $120

About David


Bio

I have a passion for helping each individual student excel in English as a second language to their full potential. I am expert in English grammar and utilize the best vocabulary resources. I can also coach how to understand and speak with an American accent. According to the student's needs I focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. As an ESL teacher in public schools and in private schools of English I have worked with students from all around the world.

I have a passion for helping each individual student excel in English as a second language to their full potential. I am expert in English grammar and utilize the best vocabulary resources. I can also coach how to understand and speak with an American accent. According to the student's needs I focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. As an ESL teacher in public schools and in private schools of English I have worked with students from all around the world.


Education

Oberlin College
undergrad
Yale University
Masters
Manhattanville College - Graduate
Graduate Coursework

Policies

  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person
  • Hourly Rate: $120
  • Rate details: Parents often wish to chat about everything their child is accomplishing. I happily make time for these important conversations either during a scheduled lesson or during a separately scheduled chat.
  • Travel policy: Within 21 miles of Redding, CT 06896
  • Lesson cancellation: 1 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 1/4/2018

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Ear Training

Ear Training

Ear-training remains part of my personal professional daily regimen. I tutor both groups and individuals.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I can help you learn as fast as you wish or study in-depth, for instance, focusing on the American accent, literature, conversational idioms, or other special topics. I studied teaching ESL in graduate school and have taught many diverse populations. I am a native speaker and continue to teach because I love to share my love of the English language.
Flute

Flute

I have trained with the best. I am proficient in classical and jazz instruction and performance. Training the ear is primary for all flute students, both interpretive players and improvisers. I help students step into the local and wider flute communities.
Music Theory

Music Theory

I have a BA in Music History and Theory, granted in 1999 by Oberlin College. I learned a lot in my Yale School of Music theory and ear training classes, 2000-2002, then published my theory monograph in 2005 with Charles Colin Music. I have recently designed a class around ear-training and group vocal improvisation for local communities, to be given at public libraries.
Writing

Writing

My students improve both their thinking and their writing. I assist with editing and revision, the process of writing, and the study of clear, powerful expression. I can help with both short-term projects and a committed effort to improve your writing skills. I teach everything you would find in a collegiate writing course, and beyond.

Examples of Expertise


David has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 3 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Ratings and Reviews


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Reviews

Worked well with the student

David went the extra mile to engage the student. The student left the session feeling positive about his performance and prospect for future success.

Scott , 15 lessons with David

Progress

Excellent ! Mr. David started recently to tutor my daughter, although the lessons are virtual, he made it seem easy and she can pick up the notes and tunes quickly. Thankful for the progress

Mary, 7 lessons with David

Amazing lesson

David reviewed what my daughter has been recently working on and helped her telling the story and not just playing the notes. Very detailed and knowledgeable. We will continue with lessons. My daughter needed to be challenged. Highly recommended!

SABINA, 8 lessons with David

Excellent teacher

David is an extremely patient, thoughtful tutor who tailors his lessons to the individual student and the type of learner he is helping. He is able to tutor in individual subjects as well as to help with the executive function.

Lisa, 3 lessons with David
Hourly Rate: $120
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