Featured By

Rachel M.

Private tutor in Oakland, CA

Education

I completed my BA in English at Sonoma State University. I then went on to receive a certification in teaching English as a second language from the Trinity College accredited Oxford TEFL Language school in Barcelona, Spain.

Experience

Since moving to the Bay Area 5 years ago, I have worked as a tutor with students of all ages both through a local company and independently. I can assist with school assignments and also create lesson plans as needed. After graduating from Sonoma State University with a BA in English, I tutored students in Barcelona who were preparing to take English language examinations. I also have experience as a teacher's aide in elementary school classrooms. When I took the SAT in preparation for entering college, I received scores of Critical Reasoning: 610, Writing:660. My education since this time has only improved my skill and knowledge in these areas.

Subject Expertise

9th Grade Reading Reading PSAT Critical Reading SAT Critical Reading SAT Writing PSAT Writing Skills Writing Persuasive Writing Handwriting 9th Grade Writing 8th Grade Writing 7th Grade Writing 6th Grade Writing 5th Grade Writing 4th Grade Writing 3rd Grade Writing 10th Grade Reading 8th Grade Reading 7th Grade Reading 6th Grade Reading 5th Grade Reading 4th Grade Reading 3rd Grade Reading 2nd Grade Writing 2nd Grade Reading 1st Grade Writing 1st Grade Reading 12th Grade Writing 12th Grade Reading 11th Grade Writing 11th Grade Reading 10th Grade Writing

Availability

Weekdays in the evening

Can Meet

Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge

Hobbies

I get most excited when I can help a student understand a concept that was previously difficult for them, such as the functions and nuances of language and literature. I could not be more engaged than when discussing metaphors, analogies, allegory, vocabulary, syntax, semantics, and even grammar! Throughout the last decade of my experience, I've noticed that that this passion can be the essential key to a student's "getting it". At the same time, I approach my interaction with students as a practical opportunity to instill in them a sense of how to "play the game" of school with the greater goal of enhancing their critical thinking. In my free time, I can be found enjoying nature, dancing, cooking, listening to music, and reading novels.

Inquire About This Tutor

Thanks!

Most tutors respond within 48 hours.

Feel free to contact other tutors while you wait.

If this is your first request, please check your email (including your spam folder) to finish setting up your account!

Need help finding the right tutor?

Thanks! You'll be called typically within 24 hours by the tutor or company you contacted.