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Expert English Tutor Specializing in Reading, Writing, and Test Prep
Ellen R.

2,563 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Hourly Rate: $60
Response time: 10 hours

About Ellen


Bio

Hello! My name is Dr. Ellen. For more than 30 years I have taught and tutored k-12 and adult learners in English, reading, writing, test prep, and study skills. My lessons are customized to meet the unique tutoring needs of each student. Online learning can be effective IF the teacher makes lessons relevant, targeted, and enjoyable which I believe I do (Please look at my reviews.) I am patient, knowledgeable, and supportive and have found that students at all levels can focus better with...

Hello! My name is Dr. Ellen. For more than 30 years I have taught and tutored k-12 and adult learners in English, reading, writing, test prep, and study skills. My lessons are customized to meet the unique tutoring needs of each student. Online learning can be effective IF the teacher makes lessons relevant, targeted, and enjoyable which I believe I do (Please look at my reviews.) I am patient, knowledgeable, and supportive and have found that students at all levels can focus better with one-on-one personalized online tutoring. I love teaching and the learning cycle especially when students have "ah ha" moments. Progress is seen in all sorts of ways - by understanding a new skill, gaining confidence, or getting better at a skill - I love those moments!

I have a Doctorate in Education, a Master's degree in Reading, a Master's degree in College Transition, a Bachelor's degree in Human Development, and a k-12 teaching credential. I have worked at the local level as well as the state level and even opened up my own online charter school. I also have had the privilege of teaching teachers how to teach and assess reading.

I am a lifelong learner and hope to instill that love to all of my students. Teaching and tutoring for me is not just a job or a way to earn a living. It is a passion! Education, especially reading and writing, is vital to future success. I encourage you to contact me so that I can support your learning goals.


Education

B.S., CSU Long Beach, CA
Human Development
CSU San Benardino
Masters
- Argosy University
EdD
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: Group rates are $40 per student, minimum 2 students per session
  • Lesson cancellation: 0 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 1/14/2021

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I have taught k-6th grade students in each subject area including math, reading, writing, science, and social studies. In addition, I have a Master's degree in Reading with a specialty in intervention.
Homeschool

Homeschool

I am a k-12 credentialed teacher with more than 25 years of experience in all elementary and middle school subjects. I also have homeschool teaching experience (please see the review from Jennifer) as well as several years of homeschooling my granddaughter. I can either use and/or supplement the assigned curriculum that is provided or create my own, as I have been a curriculum writer for many years.
Elementary Math
English
ESL/ESOL
GED
Grammar
Literature
Phonics
Proofreading
PSAT
Reading
SAT Reading
Spelling
Study Skills
TOEFL
Vocabulary
Writing

Examples of Expertise


Ellen has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 2 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Ratings and Reviews


Rating

5.0 (576 ratings)
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Reviews

Experienced educator

Ellen R. is a knowledgeable educator who understands how to approach and reach each student on an individual level. My daughter quickly adapted to her style of teaching and enjoys their interactions. We look forward to each session!

Sherma, 31 lessons with Ellen

Tailored lessons according to kid

Ellen teach me where to add full stop and she let me read out loud when I finish writing my thing, that she let me write which is about what I have done today and she is nice and gentle.

Tintin, 24 lessons with Ellen

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

She is wonderful. Helped my child with his homework and prepared him for future lessons. She is always patient and kind and makes him feel comfortable and confident. Highly recommend.

Juveria, 136 lessons with Ellen

Knowledgeable and committed tutor.

Dr. Ellen is very patient and makes sure my son understands the lesson. She is an excellent educator very knowledgeable and patient. Dr. Ellen, is building a strong foundation for my son who is going to high school next year. I am very satisfied with the results.

Regina, 134 lessons with Ellen

Wonderful experience !

Thank you so much for helping my daughter! She really enjoyed the classes! Dr Ellen would help brainstorm and plan writing essay, summary, personal narratives and more. She would help focus on areas my daughter needed help like grammar and vocabulary. Her way of teaching and making difficult things easier so that one can understand and remember everything. I recommend her to everyone.

Sushama, 6 lessons with Ellen

Dr.Ellen R is knowledgeable and patient tutor for my 10 years old daughter

Ellen R. was very encouraging and helped my daughter with her reading and writing. Ellen is making sure my daughter is focused throughout the lessons. She is a very nice person as well.

Nadezhda, 36 lessons with Ellen

Encouraging and engaging teacher

Dr. Ellen has been teaching my daughter for this past semester while we have been homeschooling with her school's curriculum. She has worked with the provided curriculum and often times substituting and supplementing as well with additional areas she felt needed to be strengthened. She is always so pleasant, encouraging, patient, and enthusiastic. I always saw my daughter very engaged in her online schooling, and she really enjoyed it.

Jennifer , 56 lessons with Ellen

Fantastic! Very receptive and knowledgeable.

Ellen was fantastic and very patient. Shen utilized innovative, effective ideas to teach my child, and was interactive. She recognized my child's strengths and weaknesses immediately and addressed them with a positive approach.

Sally, 12 lessons with Ellen

Very patient !

Ca'Marri enjoyed his first session !! He was very excited to meet his tutor . We plan to have sessions every week with Dr Ellen !!

Octavia, 1 lesson with Ellen

Knowledgeable and patient

Dr. Ellen has been amazing with our daughter. She is well organized and prepared. She understands what my kid needs and adjusts accordingly. Very patirnt. My daughter is comfortable with her, loves her and she has a lot of fun during their sessions. Learning while having fun is keeping my daughter engaged. Thank you very much Dr. Ellen!

Shirley, 13 lessons with Ellen
Hourly Rate: $60
Response time: 10 hours
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