UC Berkeley English Grad + LSAT 98th % + Bilingual TEFL Tutor

Aileen Z.

I graduated from U.C. Berkeley with a B.A. in English and have been tutoring students in reading, writing, and ESL since college. I have worked with students from elementary school through college in both private and volunteer settings, and I especially enjoy helping students overcome challenges and build confidence.

As a native English speaker who is also fluent in Mandarin, I enjoy working with ESL learners of all ages and backgrounds. I am TEFL certified and can help with academic English, reading comprehension, writing, conversation, and TOEFL and IELTS preparation. My goal is to create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and making steady progress.

I also tutor the LSAT. In 2010, I scored 171 (98th percentile) on the official LSAT through self-study. My approach focuses on helping students understand the underlying structure of Logical Reasoning questions rather than relying on memorization. Together, we'll identify patterns, strengthen analytical thinking, and recognize common traps.

Before becoming a full-time artist, I spent ten years working in communications and public relations, where effective communication was essential every day. That professional experience continues to inform my teaching and helps me explain complex ideas in a clear, approachable way.

Students describe me as patient and encouraging. Whether you're looking to strengthen your reading and writing skills, improve your English, or prepare for the LSAT, I would be happy to help you build confidence and reach your goals.