Top Phonics Tutors serving Hollywood
Sara: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...that be improving grades or getting accepted by the college of their dreams. I have over seven years experience tutoring and teaching, and I pride myself in helping students become proficient and comfortable in English and history-related subjects and testing. I believe my professionalism and friendly approach greatly benefit my students' learning, and my years of living abroad in both Europe and Africa make me very comfortable interacting with people of all backgrounds. I look...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, European Studies
Bassey: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...and I received my B.A. in Sociology at UC Irvine. I have tutored elementary students for almost a year and enjoy teaching study skills techniques. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite subjects to tutor are reading and writing because I enjoy doing both. I have always enjoyed school and feel that education is one of the most important things we can obtain in life. I hope to be able to share...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
California State University-Long Beach - Master of Science, Kinesiology
Desiree: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...skills classes to students as young as Kindergarten all the way up to graduate students. Reading, study habits, public speaking, and organization are all skills that, like writing, can be honed with guidance and practice. I truly believe that cultivating these skills leads not only to improved academic performance but to improved confidence and self-esteem in all areas of life. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, exercising, playing with cats, and learning everything I...
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CSU Northridge - Bachelor in Arts, History
CSU Northridge - Master of Arts, History
Linda: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...Administration. Currently, I am a Masters student at the University of Southern California at the Rossier School of Education. Since graduating from Cornell, I have worked as a tutor and teacher's assistant with a focus in English, Spanish, French, and Algebra 1. I have worked with students of all ages and backgrounds from elementary education to adults improving business writing or learning Spanish from scratch. I have a passion for language and enjoy sharing that...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Hotel Administration
University of Southern California - Masters, Teaching
Esther: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...Degree at Biola University. I am a Shakespeare aficionado, love running, hiking, dancing, singing, and reading masterfully written classics novels. I love helping people overcome their fears and struggles in learning, and helping them take joy in learning. I love tutoring French, and having studied the language myself in France. I enjoy helping students gain authentic pronunciation, colloquialisms, and conversation skills! I am cheerful, positive, and a dedicated worker. I bring professionalism and fun to...
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Biola University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities: Philosophy & Art
Robyn: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...joy to see how excited and competitive my elementary and middle school students were on Special Activity days or when it was time to take Speaking & Listening tests, or even to practice building sentences. Over the past year, I have had the opportunity to teach conversational English to adults, which I find extremely rewarding as well. Overall, I have tremendously enjoyed my previous time spent traveling, learning about different cultures , food, and the...
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California State University-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Business Administration and Management
Krystina: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...ability to read between the lines and express ourselves the way we want to be understood in the world is the surest guarantee to both personal and professional success, whether it be in formal academic writing and journalism or through the scores in standardized test-taking, college entrance essays or personal statementsthese often being the only opportunities to demonstrate who we are. Trust is the basis of my tutoring and teaching philosophy. Every student deserves to...
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University of San Francisco - Bachelor in Arts, English
CSU Los Angeles - Master of Arts, English / Critical Theory
Paul: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...years, and I currently teach at a wonderful project-based high school in Pomona, CA where I integrate art and music into the variety of courses I teach. I have extensive experience in History, Math, English, English Language Development, and SAT prep among other subjects, but my specialty is in motivating students. I believe it is essential for a student to enjoy our tutoring sessions. I build on every success, small or large, with lots of...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science/Philosophy
University OF PHOENIX - Master of Arts, Secondary Education
State Certified Teacher
Lloyd: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...the experience more fun and interesting for them. My objective is to leave my students with a desire to expand their horizons long after our program has been completed. I have a wide variety of hobbies and interests including astronomy, current events, travel, geography, photography, dogs, and professional sports. I am also very involved with physical fitness activities including daily workouts, rollerblading, bike riding, and swimming. I also enjoy using the Internet as a tool...
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Univeristy of Michigan - Bachelor in Arts, Latin American Studies
Ari: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...each lesson should be tailored to a student's particular learning styles and needs. Bottom line, I love working with people and helping them grasp intimidating concepts. Learning should be exhilarating, and I always try to facilitate that thrill. I welcome feedback from my students and their parents, because I want to be the best tutor I can be for each individual I'm working with. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelors, English and Environmental Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 770
Lily: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...and an emphasis in Accounting. I also teach basic accounting and nonprofit accounting at UCLA extension. I have volunteered to mentor students in the past and have privately tutored young kids in reading and phonics. I am a business leader and have been a Controller for various companies in the past - from small to large, start-ups, for profit and nonprofit. I love children and teens and am very patient. I am also a Christian...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Business Admin
Jennifer: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
I am committed to providing my students with the best learning experience achievable. I strive to cater to their needs and challenge them to achieve their academic goals. ... I believe that every student can reach their personal potential. In order to do so, both student and educator must communicate with each other to use the student's strengths to overcome any challenges the student may face.... I always like to learn about the student's goals, interests,...
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy
University of Southern California - Masters, Teaching
Helen: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
I'm a communications professional with a master's degree in pharmacology from Tulane University, a master's degree in journalism from USC and a bachelor's degree in neuroscience. I have two years of professional tutoring experience and thrive on guiding students to that "aha!" moment.
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Rhodes College - Bachelors, Neuroscience
University of Southern California - Current Grad Student, Journalism
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 32
Brian: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...I was in college, I tutored disadvantaged students in the community. As an Army officer, I was responsible for showing soldiers how to most efficiently perform their duties in the service of their country. As a businessman, I trained my employees how to best serve our customers. As a teacher for the past twenty years, I have taught math, drama, and English in grades 7-12. I have taught in very rich and successful schools; I...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700
Luke: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...in higher education (and have loved every minute of it). I am an artist, having received my Master of Fine Arts degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where I also taught Sculpture. I've taught a broad range of topics, from Art History to to Web Design. In addition to Art, I love History, Philosophy, and geeking out on Math & Technology. More than anything, I love to learn, and I hope...
Education & Certification
Northwestern College - Bachelors, Art
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Masters, Sculpture
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33
Cristina: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...state of Arizona. As someone who has learned both Spanish and Russian through classroom instruction, I find it rewarding to help students enjoy the challenges of learning a foreign language at school. As someone who loves to read and write, I also enjoy working with students on the challenges of essay composition and reading comprehension. My theater background has also prepared me well to help students who struggle with public speaking. In my spare time,...
Education & Certification
U.C. Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
U.T. Austin - Masters, Public Policy/Russian
Steve: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...career, which has taught me to be an excellent collaborator and I am able to quickly develop friendly, productive relationships. While I am experienced in a broad range of subjects, my specialties are economics, algebra, geometry, statistics and related quantitative subjects, as well as academic essay and professional business writing, government and history. I am also well versed in a range of science subjects, particularly physical and earth sciences. In my family education is extremely...
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San Diego State University - Bachelor of Science, Business/Hospitality Mgmt
University of California-Irvine - Masters, Masters of Public Policy
Rachel: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
I have a BA in English literature from Chapman University and am highly interested in helping all students- from grade school to grad school- improve their English reading, writing and comprehension skills. ... Determine what the student's strengths and weaknesses, and likes and dislikes are.
Education & Certification
Chapman University - Bachelors, English
Angela: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...World Language Education with a focus in Spanish, as well as a minor in Anthropology. I am a very passionate and experienced tutor. During my time at Purdue, I worked with one of my professors on a program called "Ayuda y Aprende". We went to the local middle school and high school once a week and tutored the English Language Learner students. I absolutely loved those four years of tutoring. I have also taught Spanish...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Education-Spanish
Chloe: Hollywood Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Hollywood, CA
...a realization of that depth of origin within the work at hand and within the student themselves. To me, the most important aspect of teaching is for the student to realize what it is they are not only good at, but enjoy. It's within that joy, that a passion is ignited that fuels a student on their way to success. Whatever success may mean in your terms. Success in my terms, is to help others...
Education & Certification
University of California Merced - Current Undergrad, English
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Phonics plays a large part in your child's ability to read. It's imperative that he or she recognizes how certain letters sound when it comes to their placement in a word. If your child learns to read early, then other subjects will likely come easier to them. On the other hand, slow reading development can hinder later progress. Don't stress, though. Varsity Tutors will locate a phonics tutor in Hollywood, California, who will use the most up-to-date resources to try to help your child excel in phonics.
In reading, there is a lot of ground to cover, including things like short vowels, long vowels, single consonants, and sound to word matching. Mastering these could help your child in later years when they take the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) test. Also, once they graduate, they could use their knowledge of phonics to be a speech therapist or teachers of English as a Second Language. Let a skilled professional tutor in Hollywood, CA, teach your child all about phonics.
A classroom setting can be a difficult place to learn phonics. Early education curriculums do stress teaching phonics, but being in a large classroom can hinder learning and lead to falling behind. Your child's teacher only has so much time to devote to each individual student. Also, your son or daughter might be intimidated by those who read faster than them. You might have considered getting phonics books to read at home. Bookstores have a lot of choices on the shelves, so picking the right ones will be difficult. You may also be under your own time constraints with your child. A private session with a tutor in a relaxed atmosphere can be really beneficial to learning. Your child's tutor will be well-versed in all aspects of phonics. Unlike the classroom, your son or daughter's tutor will gladly repeat any problem area as many times as needed. Each of the tutors whom Varsity Tutors can find for your child in Hollywood is experienced in teaching phonics.
It's not difficult at all to set up tutoring sessions. You can choose the meeting place and times, since it is all about flexibility. There are many choices for where your child's tutor can meet up, including a diner, coffee shop, a library, and your own home. Should your child prefer to use the Internet, there are options for online face-to-face sessions.
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