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Review by Agnes
"I've been speaking english for many years, however I wanted to improve my speech, vocabulary and fluency in order to perform better at job interviews. Lau
rel helped me learn how to form coherent sentences when I talk, and now I speak with more confidence. The best part is that I finally got a job!
Laurel is a wonderful teacher, very knowledgeable; I was always looking forward to her classes."
Laurel is a wonderful teacher, very knowledgeable; I was always looking forward to her classes."
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San Francisco, CA teacher:
Laurel T.
Review by Matthew
"Diane instructs our 13 y.o. son in French once a week. He loves his weekly French lesson with Diane! Diane is a super teacher, and she has great rapport
with our son. We strongly recommend Diane, if you want to take French lessons!"
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San Francisco, CA teacher:
Diane C.
Review by Lily
"Monique is a very patient and kind teacher. She is very nice but challenging and makes sure that her student understands the concept before moving on."
San Francisco, CA teacher:
monique K.
Review by Sammie
"In the past two years, Laurel has helped me develop my reading and writing skills significantly as well as build graduate level vocabularies. She is very
patient and sensitive to my needs, and she always makes our lessons fun! If you need help with the MCAT, GRE, LSAT, or any other graduate school entrance exams, I am sure Laurel will help you nail them and achieve your dreams!"
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San Francisco, CA teacher:
Laurel T.
Review by Mia
"My daughter, currently 14, has been learning Chinese from her for about a year so far, and she really enjoys it. I can tell that she has learned a lot fro
m Ms. Lin so far, and she really enjoys it. Ms. Lin is a native and is knowledgeable. My daughter is naturally very curious, and Ms. Lin has been able to answer her questions with patience. I would definitely recommend Ms. Lin to another student."
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San Francisco, CA teacher:
Lin X.
Review by Eric
"Had a great first lesson with Monique. She's well organized and has clear objectives in her lesson plan. She's also flexible and recognizes when to move
on more quickly or spend a little time reinforcing a topic."
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San Francisco, CA teacher:
monique K.
Review by Lincoln
"Marie is an excellent teacher! I’m a student from China and currently studying MFA acting for film in New York. I’ve lived in America for more than 4 year
s. My English has gotten better after finishing college here in 2017. However, since I’m an actor now, sometimes I’m required to play roles without my thick Chinese accent in the way. With Marie’s help, my pronunciation has improved a lot in the past a few weeks. My American classmates say that my articulation is getting much better now. And I’m still just working on it!"
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San Francisco, CA teacher:
Marie M.
Review by audrey
"I have worked with Laurel for several years for editing and language projects. She is warm, patient, professional, and very efficient. She sees problems q
uickly without making you feel hurried or overwhelmed, but when it comes to meeting deadlines she gives just the right amount of support and encouragement. Laurel is excellent at finding your own pace and I know that many many people can benefit from her services, for learning English as well as perfecting anything you've written."
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San Francisco, CA teacher:
Laurel T.
Review by SECIL
"She was like a friend! She helped me a lot to feel more comfortable while speaking in English and I succeeded in my Job Interviews :)"
San Francisco, CA teacher:
Laurel T.
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Popular Language Instructors near Greenbrae
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About James
I have 20 years of experience as a tutor. I have had my own private tutoring business. My area of expertise is math (basic arithmetic to pre-calculus); however, I have tutored in English (grammar and writing), Computer science (Word, Works, Windows OS, and other general computer problems), as well as other subjects. In addition, I also have 15 years of experience working with after school programs both as a tutor and as a recreational instructor. My recreational activities consisted of cheer leading, dance, computer science, graphic design, music (singing), and board games. I have worked with children of all ages.
NOTE: I'm trying to do more online sessions for my students. If you need in-home tutoring please ask before booking and give a the days & hours that work for you. ALSO, I DO NOT DRIVE!!! Please ask about my availabil
NOTE: I'm trying to do more online sessions for my students. If you need in-home tutoring please ask before booking and give a the days & hours that work for you. ALSO, I DO NOT DRIVE!!! Please ask about my availabil
ity and tell me where you live prior to booking me!!!
*** Lesson Details ***
Tutoring sessions are 1 hour minimum to 2 hours maximum (depending on subject).
Basic sessions may consist of the following:
Review of current or past trouble spots
Homework help
Test prep and/or review
Extra practice exercises
Single and multiple subject sessions are possible depending on tutor assessment and availability.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Clients should bring any/all textbooks, class work, tests/quizzes, and teacher's note to all sessions.
Additional learning aids (games, worksheets, books) may be added to session if needed.
*** Travel Equipment ***
Clients should bring any/all textbooks, class work, tests/quizzes, and teacher's note to all sessions.
Additional learning aids (games, worksheets, books) may be added to session if needed.
*** Specialties ***
Math (Elementary to High School)
Writing (Creative and Essay)
Music (Voice - Basics)
Computers (Basic Literacy & Various Programs)
Other
*** Lesson Details ***
Tutoring sessions are 1 hour minimum to 2 hours maximum (depending on subject).
Basic sessions may consist of the following:
Review of current or past trouble spots
Homework help
Test prep and/or review
Extra practice exercises
Single and multiple subject sessions are possible depending on tutor assessment and availability.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Clients should bring any/all textbooks, class work, tests/quizzes, and teacher's note to all sessions.
Additional learning aids (games, worksheets, books) may be added to session if needed.
*** Travel Equipment ***
Clients should bring any/all textbooks, class work, tests/quizzes, and teacher's note to all sessions.
Additional learning aids (games, worksheets, books) may be added to session if needed.
*** Specialties ***
Math (Elementary to High School)
Writing (Creative and Essay)
Music (Voice - Basics)
Computers (Basic Literacy & Various Programs)
Other
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Reviews
· Arithmetic · In studio
We've stayed in touch via email and are developing a friendship I hope lasts a life time. He is good people.
· Singing · In home
· Study Skills · In studio
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James B.
Alameda, CA 94501
starting at
$25
/ 60-min
About Janet B.
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About Janet
I'm an experienced tutor and coach in English (reading, writing, grammar, composition), government, political science, law and LSAT prep.
I can help you improve your grades or advance your career. I have a great deal of experience working with ESL learners, including speakers of Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese and Korean.
I can teach you how to write effective essays, academic papers, business presentations, website copy, marketing material, correspondence, emails, business plans, executive summaries, resumes, and many other types of writing. I have helped my students prepare successfully for the TOEFL, TOEIC, and a number of other exams. I'm also available for quick editing and proofreading assignments.
If you're a law or paralegal student, I can teach substantive legal topics, legal writing and research skills, and exam prep. I ca
I can help you improve your grades or advance your career. I have a great deal of experience working with ESL learners, including speakers of Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese and Korean.
I can teach you how to write effective essays, academic papers, business presentations, website copy, marketing material, correspondence, emails, business plans, executive summaries, resumes, and many other types of writing. I have helped my students prepare successfully for the TOEFL, TOEIC, and a number of other exams. I'm also available for quick editing and proofreading assignments.
If you're a law or paralegal student, I can teach substantive legal topics, legal writing and research skills, and exam prep. I ca
n also help business students with business law courses.
Contact me, and I'll design a tutoring plan that best suits your needs!
If you select me as a tutor, please contact me before scheduling a specific lesson date and time, if possible. It's easier for both of us to confirm times in advance!
Contact me, and I'll design a tutoring plan that best suits your needs!
If you select me as a tutor, please contact me before scheduling a specific lesson date and time, if possible. It's easier for both of us to confirm times in advance!
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· LSAT · Online
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Janet B.
Oakland, CA 94618
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$30
/ 60-min
About Kenisha C.
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About Kenisha
Focusing on your different learning modalities, goals, abilities, and interests helps me boost your confidence, which helps you achieve their academic goals. My tutoring and test prep students become optimally prepared for tests. Knowing tricky grammatical and mechanical principles or determining probabilities may not be necessary in communicating basic ideas, but that knowledge makes a big difference in your class placements, and it makes an even bigger difference when competing for college placements and scholarships. Show me a rightly placed preposition, and I'll show you the money.
While I love a good challenge, it's still heartbreaking to be approached by students (or parents of students) who earn A's and B's at school, but can't earn 850 on the SAT, or who take an ESL course, but can't (or are afraid) to speak English (when nece
While I love a good challenge, it's still heartbreaking to be approached by students (or parents of students) who earn A's and B's at school, but can't earn 850 on the SAT, or who take an ESL course, but can't (or are afraid) to speak English (when nece
ssary to meet a goal). There are goals and standards to be met, and I do whatever I can to help you meet or exceed them.
To help personalize your experiences and ensure relevance of sessions:
1. Written and oral assessments are used to gauge your strengths and weaknesses.
2. Periodic quizzes are administered; their regularity depends on the how often you meet with me.
3. Exit exams are administered at the end of your programs.
All I ask is that you are ready to:
1. Shift your priorities, and invest adequate time and energy into getting the results you really want.
2. Be on time.
3. Openly communicate your needs, pleasures, and nots.
4. Understand that while you may notice improvements as early as the first session, total success will take time.
I have a degree in English (with special emphasis on secondary education), and an ESL certification. My 10+ years in the educational arena, and ongoing professional development, have taught me the importance of helping students shift from lower- to higher-order thinking, which is really only coaching you to learn to want to think about the synergy of things, before deciding and acting on them. Primarily, I teach English and language arts at the secondary and post-secondary levels (i.e., middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults), but I have a knack for teaching math and algebra, so I offer lessons in those areas, as well. Prepping students for standardized tests -- GRE, SAT, ACT, HSPT, CBEST, CSET: English -- is a love a mine, too.
Whether for summer or winter enrichment, test prep, help with the naturalization exam, or just a general safety net, be sure to contact me, and we can determine how to work together to create the results you or your child need.
Peace and best,
Kenisha
P.S., Be sure to bring all of who you are to your sessions. Creased, crumpled, crimped, or saggy: I don't care. Just be ready to do better.
To help personalize your experiences and ensure relevance of sessions:
1. Written and oral assessments are used to gauge your strengths and weaknesses.
2. Periodic quizzes are administered; their regularity depends on the how often you meet with me.
3. Exit exams are administered at the end of your programs.
All I ask is that you are ready to:
1. Shift your priorities, and invest adequate time and energy into getting the results you really want.
2. Be on time.
3. Openly communicate your needs, pleasures, and nots.
4. Understand that while you may notice improvements as early as the first session, total success will take time.
I have a degree in English (with special emphasis on secondary education), and an ESL certification. My 10+ years in the educational arena, and ongoing professional development, have taught me the importance of helping students shift from lower- to higher-order thinking, which is really only coaching you to learn to want to think about the synergy of things, before deciding and acting on them. Primarily, I teach English and language arts at the secondary and post-secondary levels (i.e., middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults), but I have a knack for teaching math and algebra, so I offer lessons in those areas, as well. Prepping students for standardized tests -- GRE, SAT, ACT, HSPT, CBEST, CSET: English -- is a love a mine, too.
Whether for summer or winter enrichment, test prep, help with the naturalization exam, or just a general safety net, be sure to contact me, and we can determine how to work together to create the results you or your child need.
Peace and best,
Kenisha
P.S., Be sure to bring all of who you are to your sessions. Creased, crumpled, crimped, or saggy: I don't care. Just be ready to do better.
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· · In studio
I am grateful for Kenisha's attention to detail, and excellent follow-up which helped my grand-daughter organize her work, and believe in herself.
· SAT · In studio
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Kenisha C.
Oakland, CA 94612
starting at
$59
/ 60-min
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About Caleb
Hi everyone! I'm the cool guitar teacher you always wished you had! I have years of experience traveling the world as a touring musician. I can teach you how to shred on the guitar and answer any questions that you might have about the guitar, music, the music business, or the life of a musician. I've got thousands of stories, I'm light-hearted, and love to laugh and joke around. That said, I take music and teaching very seriously and love to watch my students grow as musicians and artists!
I have toured extensively in North America, Europe, and Asia. I'm big in Guam (no joke...ask me about it)!
I am also a PhD candidate in history (modern China) at UC Berkeley and I offer Mandarin Chinese lessons at a reasonable rate.
I have toured extensively in North America, Europe, and Asia. I'm big in Guam (no joke...ask me about it)!
I am also a PhD candidate in history (modern China) at UC Berkeley and I offer Mandarin Chinese lessons at a reasonable rate.
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· Acoustic Guitar · In studio
· Guitar · In home
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Caleb F.
Emeryville, CA 94608
starting at
$50
/ 30-min
About Marie M.
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About Marie
A native Californian, Marie is most known for her starring role in Warner Bros’ THE ART OF WAR as Julia with Wesley Snipes. Marie was handpicked by producer Cameron MacIntosh at her first professional audition for the Broadway show MISS SAIGON. Acting in films that have grossed over $400M, she has worked with Oscar, Tony, and Grammy award winning directors, producers and talent with companies such as Paramount, Fox and Warner Brothers. Has worked with talent with both Michael Mann and Oliver Stone twice each, Mark Wahlberg, and Ben Affleck.
Marie, as founder of a performing arts conservatory in downtown LA, she taught voice to hundreds of children for 10 years. Hollywood studios often called the conservatory to find talent including Steven Spielberg’s Memoirs of a Geisha. Notable alumni include Monica Parales (Nickelodeon star, recor
Marie, as founder of a performing arts conservatory in downtown LA, she taught voice to hundreds of children for 10 years. Hollywood studios often called the conservatory to find talent including Steven Spielberg’s Memoirs of a Geisha. Notable alumni include Monica Parales (Nickelodeon star, recor
ding artist), Melissa Reyes (Who’s the Next Pussycat ) and Nikki Soohoo (Peter Jackson’s Lovely Bones).
Having studied linguistics at UCLA and with the best voice teachers in the country from the Berklee College of Music to the Cleveland Institute of Music, Marie has clear knowledge of the anatomy of the voice, the articulators, and the specificity in creating phonemes. Her undergraduate foundation in Engineering and graduate degree in Business uniquely positions her to coach clients working in those fields.
Having studied linguistics at UCLA and with the best voice teachers in the country from the Berklee College of Music to the Cleveland Institute of Music, Marie has clear knowledge of the anatomy of the voice, the articulators, and the specificity in creating phonemes. Her undergraduate foundation in Engineering and graduate degree in Business uniquely positions her to coach clients working in those fields.
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· Accent Reduction · Online
· Accent Reduction · In studio
· Accent Reduction · Online
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Marie M.
San Francisco, CA 94112
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$26
/ 30-min
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I have been an educator for more than ten years. In that time, I've taught and tutored English, Language Arts and Spanish to students from elementary to PhD level. I also help students study for the SAT, ACT and TOEFL tests and coach students through the college and graduate school application process. I love teaching and learning. I am patient, enthusiastic and dedicated to my students.
My teaching philosophy can be summed up in a few words : learning should be fascinating, individualized and fun. Helen Keller said, “ A well-educated mind will always have more questions than answers.” My goal is to help my students ask the questions that will lead them to deeper understanding. The poet Mark Van Doreen said, “The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.” In our lessons, I will help you make discoveries that will inspire you
My teaching philosophy can be summed up in a few words : learning should be fascinating, individualized and fun. Helen Keller said, “ A well-educated mind will always have more questions than answers.” My goal is to help my students ask the questions that will lead them to deeper understanding. The poet Mark Van Doreen said, “The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.” In our lessons, I will help you make discoveries that will inspire you
to keep learning.
When I’m not teaching, I love reading, exploring the California coast, writing poetry and singing loudly.
When I’m not teaching, I love reading, exploring the California coast, writing poetry and singing loudly.
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Marie F.
Pacifica, CA 94044
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$42
/ 30-min
About Yishan H.
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Hey there, I am a recent UC Berkeley graduate who majored in Environmental Economics and Policy. I have taken courses in Micro and Macro economics, Econometrics, Development Economics, Natural Resources, Energy and Electricity.
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Yishan H.
Albany, CA 94706
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$25
/ 30-min
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About Rasta
My name is Rasta. I graduated from Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic) in the major of Computer Hardware Engineering and I am going to pursue my graduate studies here in the United States. I had the second best GPA among all my classmates in university.
I was born and grew up in Tehran and now it's about eight months that I moved to the United States. I studied in Kherad high school, which is one of the bests.
Since 2013, the first year of my university, I started to teach. At first, I taught Math and Geometry to high school students. Then, I became TA for more than 4 courses in my university. So, I have many experiences in teaching. I am very social and patient which I think are the essential parts of a good teacher.
I was born and grew up in Tehran and now it's about eight months that I moved to the United States. I studied in Kherad high school, which is one of the bests.
Since 2013, the first year of my university, I started to teach. At first, I taught Math and Geometry to high school students. Then, I became TA for more than 4 courses in my university. So, I have many experiences in teaching. I am very social and patient which I think are the essential parts of a good teacher.
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Rasta M.
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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$20
/ 30-min
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About Kari
Couples only.....
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My Super name is Kari...
My Super Power is Weaving Hearts Together!
My Secret Weapons are Ayurveda, Yoga & Massage!
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My Super name is Kari...
My Super Power is Weaving Hearts Together!
My Secret Weapons are Ayurveda, Yoga & Massage!
=o)
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Kari H.
San Mateo, CA 94401
starting at
$47
/ 90-min
About Jonathan R.
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About Jonathan
I am really funny, fun to learn with, unique Deaf's perspective, and fluently in America Sign Language. I have lot of experiences with 1 on 1 tutor since Gallaudet University. I was part time student and working part time while attending there.
Unique about me; I am the fifth Deaf generation in my family and second generation of America Sign Language Instructor. I absolutely love sign language and proud!!! I even love doing ASL Storytelling and ASL music translating videos. I am willing to work with you and I believe anyone can success if you believe in yourself. I believe in people can be work together by learning sign language. I know I am qualified for this work.
I have dual majors: America Sign Language and Deaf Studies; minor study in Theatre Arts for the Youth. Graduated in Gallaudet University 2014.
I know and confidence, you will enjoy learning sign language with me!
I hope to meet and see you all become ALLIES/ or involved with Deaf/ Hard of Hearing children in the future. Thank you.
Unique about me; I am the fifth Deaf generation in my family and second generation of America Sign Language Instructor. I absolutely love sign language and proud!!! I even love doing ASL Storytelling and ASL music translating videos. I am willing to work with you and I believe anyone can success if you believe in yourself. I believe in people can be work together by learning sign language. I know I am qualified for this work.
I have dual majors: America Sign Language and Deaf Studies; minor study in Theatre Arts for the Youth. Graduated in Gallaudet University 2014.
I know and confidence, you will enjoy learning sign language with me!
I hope to meet and see you all become ALLIES/ or involved with Deaf/ Hard of Hearing children in the future. Thank you.
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Jonathan R.
San Francisco, CA 94112
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$84
/ 60-min
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