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Specializing in PRAXIS, CBEST, CSET exams; ELA 6-Adult, MATH K-9 tutor
Kimberly L.

1,118 hours tutoring

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About Kimberly


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Hey there, I'm Kimberly, your preferred tutor, here to make learning an exciting journey for you. With a passion for education that spans two decades, I've dedicated myself to helping students of varied ages and backgrounds achieve their academic goals.
My teaching journey began in the bustling city of Los Angeles, where I earned my Bachelor's degree in English from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Fueled by a love for teaching, I dove straight into the world of education,...

Hey there, I'm Kimberly, your preferred tutor, here to make learning an exciting journey for you. With a passion for education that spans two decades, I've dedicated myself to helping students of varied ages and backgrounds achieve their academic goals.
My teaching journey began in the bustling city of Los Angeles, where I earned my Bachelor's degree in English from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Fueled by a love for teaching, I dove straight into the world of education, teaching Math and English Language Arts to middle schoolers while pursuing my Master's in Education at California State University, Northridge.
Fast forward to today, and I'm thrilled to connect with students virtually anywhere across the globe. Whether you're struggling with teacher certification exams like the Praxis, Cbest or Cset, or you need help with college and beyond English or K-9 Math, I've got you covered.
What sets my tutoring style apart? It's all about personalized learning. No two students are alike, so I tailor each session to match your unique learning needs and pace. From decoding complex literature to mastering mathematical concepts, we'll work together to unlock your full potential.
Learning isn't just about study guides and exams. It's about building confidence, discovering your strengths and embracing challenges with a positive mindset. Together, we'll turn those "I can'ts" into "I can and I will!"
Ready to embark on this learning adventure? Reach out to me and let's start this exciting journey toward academic success together.


Education

University California, Santa Barbara
English
Cal State Northridge—Elementary Education
Masters
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Other
  • Licensed teacher

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Approved Subjects

ACT Reading

ACT Reading

I have 10 years of teaching experience. I enjoy preparing students for exams, particularly college entrance tests. My educational background is primarily in English.
CBEST

CBEST

I prepare aspiring teachers for the CBEST/CSET certification exams. I am experienced, capable and patient; I tailor my lesson plans to the unique learning styles of my students by utilizing an authentically prepared study guide and the latest practice tests.
Common Core

Common Core

Hello! When the Common Core initiative began in 2010, I was teaching in the classroom. I have extensive experience in preparing students on what they should know in English/ Language Arts and Math at the end of each grade level. I prepared students by incorporating the tenets of Common Core in my lessons.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I have 20 years of experience teaching grades K-8. Specifically, I’ve taught elementary in the classroom for 7 years, and as a private teacher and tutor 12 years. I’ve taught multiple subjects at the elementary level, specializing in Math and English (Reading, Writing, ELA, etc.). In the middle school grades, I also taught in the classroom for 7 years and as a private teacher and tutor for 12 years. I specialized in subjects such as Math (including Algebra, Geometry, Probability and Statistics), History (including World and U.S.), English (in all specific disciplines), and Science.
English

English

Teaching English and all its related disciplines is my life’s work. I enjoy teaching everything from grammar, vocabulary and spelling in elementary school, to emerging essay and creative writing in middle school. Further, my passion encompasses preparing high school students to write their personal statements and pass their SAT/ACT exams. In addition, I guide adults and graduate-level students in their quest for job-related certification and/or further advancement in education.
Praxis

Praxis

I prepare aspiring teachers for the PRAXIS certification exams. I am experienced, capable and patient; I tailor my lesson plans to the unique learning styles of my students by utilizing an authentically prepared study guide and the latest practice tests.
Reading

Reading

I help students build polished essays for English and writing classes. As a credentialed teacher for 20 years with 5 years of online experience, I’ve assisted students in developing various essays in preparation for their classes. These essays include argumentative, narrative and expository essays.
Writing

Writing

I help students build polished essays for English and writing classes. As a credentialed teacher for 20 years with 5 years of online experience, I’ve assisted students in developing various essays in preparation for their classes. These essays include argumentative, narrative and expository essays.
ACT English
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
Grammar
Literature
Phonics
Spelling
Vocabulary
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Knowledgable and Patient Tutor

If you are looking for a tutor who is knowledgable, efficient and yet patient, I strongly recommend Kimberly! I feel very lucky to have found her to teach and guide my son, who is currently a 6th grader. Before Kimberly started to work with him, he was having trouble to focus and follow the instructions at school, which led to missing assignments and dropping grades. As a busy working mom, I decided to seek for a tutor to help my son to rebuild good learning habits and help him get back on track. When I first contacted Kimberly, she kindly offered a free consultation session through which she patiently listened and understood our specific needs. Based on that, Kimberly made a customized plan to work with my son. After about 1 month, both my son's grades and learning habits have been improving. Most importantly, my son really enjoys the lessons with Kimberly too. I am very grateful for the help that Kimberly has provided to us and I will recommend her without any reservation.

Ji, 82 lessons with Kimberly

Fantastic and Patient Tutor

Kimberly took my very limited time to help me study for the Praxis 5001. I so appreciate her taking the time to help me at the last minute. Kimberly's thorough understanding of the subject matter on the Praxis exams and her ability to break down and point out how problems are worded is beyond helpful. I will be contacting Kimberly for any future tutoring needs and referring her to others.

Renay, 4 lessons with Kimberly

Very good and patient tutor

Kimberly worked with me to prepare for the Praxis reading test. We met three times a week and worked through the book breaking down the different sections, passages, and questions. She gave detailed explanations and strategies for finding the best answer, worked through understanding the passage, and made asking questions easy. She made me more confident in answering the questions and understanding how to take information from the passage and use it to find the BEST answer. I feel very prepared to take my test thanks to Kimberly!

Elena, 10 lessons with Kimberly

Knowledgeable and focused tutor that believes in your success!

Kimberly and I had one month of working together in preparation of retaking the reading and mathematics sections of the CBEST. Kimberly made each session valuable, especially for the time limit I was on before having to take the exam. She was very quick to respond and was always willing to provide flexibility when scheduling future sessions. She would provide her own materials for extra studying/homework, as well as purchasing a CBEST Cliff Notes study book along with me to provide a focused and efficient session together. I had struggled with passing the reading and math section of the CBEST and thankfully with only one month’s work together, Kimberly helped me successfully pass the CBEST. I would absolutely recommend Kimberly to anyone who is in need of a knowledgeable, focused and kind tutor.

Heather, 9 lessons with Kimberly

Very good teacher!

She is very intentional with her teachings! Awesome tutor! She walks you through with what your strengths and areas of growths which is great! Very strategic!

DeMario, 21 lessons with Kimberly

Awesome tutor

Kimberly was awesome and she helped me with my Praxis Reading. She was able to dig in and help me find the definitions to all the words I didn't understand since English is my second language. Highly recommend

Bora, 3 lessons with Kimberly

Very good teacher!

She is very intentional with her teachings! Awesome tutor! She walks you through with what your strengths and areas of growths which is great! Very strategic!

DeMario, 21 lessons with Kimberly

Very good teacher!

She is very intentional with her teachings! Awesome tutor! She walks you through with what your strengths and areas of growths which is great! Very strategic!

DeMario, 21 lessons with Kimberly

Knowledgeable and patient teacher!

Ms. Kimberly has been a great help to my daughter. She is professional, patient and punctual. She walks her through the concepts and uses fun worksheets to keep her engaged in the process of learning. I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a math tutor.

Soumya, 38 lessons with Kimberly

Kim is awesome

Kim is currently preparing me for the Praxis exam. She has been tutoring me for a few months. She is well prepared for every lesson and takes the time to look up additional information for me. She has me explain my answers and makes sure that I understand the problems before continuing. I highly recommend Kim. She goes above and beyond. She is also very flexible with scheduling classes.

Tom, 82 lessons with Kimberly
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