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Diana M.

I have Known Diana for 10 years. She has tutored my son in reading, math and spelling. Diana has a knack of getting to know your child’s learning style and then develops an individual learning plan.
She is a fun, experienced educator who really helped my son build confidence, which led toincreased comprehension and grades.
Highly recommend Diana! We love her!…

– Kim A.

Christine is one of those special individuals who treats other kids as if they are her own. She genuinely cares about their physical health as well as their social emotional health. I feel completely at ease leaving my children with her. She is very qualified to care for children.

– Tonya P.

Jacob S.

Jacob has been amazing! Our daughter is entering the 8th grade and wanted to brush up on her math over the summer. She has enjoyed her tutoring sessions so much we will be using Jacob throughout the school year as well. Our family would highly recommend Jacob!

– Irene L.

Cecilia W.

I hired Cecilia to tutor my son almost a month ago and he has shown great improvement during this short time. I’ve also noticed his confidence boost in himself. He was receiving school tutoring but he needed more one on one tutoring help. Cecilia has related to his learning curves, identified andunderstands his needs. Cecilia has been tutoring him in math, reading, school projects and STAAR test prep. She’s very communicative, nice, and organized. She has been great tutoring my son and awesome working with kids from what I have seen. She is teaching him really important patterns and habits that will benefit him throughout his upcoming school years. I do recommend Cecilia and plan on continuing her tutoring sessions with my son during the summer so he doesn’t fall behind and be ready for the next school year….

– Bianca P.

Tutors by grade near me

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$10-15/hr

Homework And Project Support Grades K- 8

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Tutoring my own kiddos and my nieces and nephews. I have a degree in Elementary Ed and Psychology. Supported my three children and my sisters 3 children through school elementary, middle, and HS. My son is nowin his 3rd yr of law school :-). I have experience with learners with special needs….

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$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Current 7th Grade Math Teacher. Has Experience Teaching 6th And 7th Grade Math.

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I am a 7th grade math teacher in Pasco County but I am currently out on maternity leave. I have had a teaching certificate in South Carolina, Maryland, and Florida. I have experience in teaching 6th and 7thgrade math (on level and accelerated). I’d describe my personality as enthusiastic, caring, and patient.
I like working with kids because I struggled with math when I was in middle school and understand how discouraging it can be when you don’t understand a concept. I like building student’s confidence in math and helping them understand not just the standard, but the “how” behind the math. …

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I am currently in my 5th year teaching. I currently teach first grade at a local elementary school. I have experience working with students from kindergarten level up to a third grade level.

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Emily B. | Nags Head, NC

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp • 23 yrs old

PreK-6th Grade Tutoring (All Subjects)

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I graduated from Longwood in May of 2021. I tutored in college to get more experience. I have my licensure to teach PreK through 6th grade. I am currently teaching 6th grade English in Chesterfield CountyPublic Schools….

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Teaching children is my passion. I absolutely love it! I am a Kindergarten through 2nd grade tutor, but I was a teacher for 16 years in grades Pre-K, Transitional Kindergarten, and Kindergarten in a Christianschool setting. Most of my teaching experience was in advanced Kindergarten where I taught students how to read on a 1st to 2nd grade level.
I tutor children in K through 2nd grade who are having difficulty with phonics, just learning how to read, or wanting to advance in reading. I also tutor students in handwriting. I can help children with correct letter formation and how to correctly write words, sentences and punctuation marks. It would be my pleasure to help your child. I tutor in my home only, and I am available during the day, after school and in the summer….

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I have Known Diana for 10 years. She has tutored my son in reading, math and spelling. Diana has a knack of getting to know your child’s learning style and then develops an individual learning plan.
She is afun, experienced educator who really helped my son build confidence, which led to increased comprehension and grades.
Highly recommend Diana! We love her!…

Reviewed by Kim A.

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I have over 20+ years teaching experience with LAUSD. I taught grades 3rd – 6th grade and am very familiar with the curriculum. I also have many years experience tutoring children after school. I am a CACredentialed teacher with a Life Credential. I have a love of learning & want to impart that love of learning to children….

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$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Tutor For Grades K -12

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I am a recently retired middle school math teacher from Wisconsin. I have 32 years of experience teaching all subjects for grades 1-8 and have a secondary math license to teach upper level math concepts such asalgebra, geometry and trigonometry….

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I am about to begin my fourth year as a first grade Spanish teacher.
In our school setting, I have my own class and I deliver whole-class instruction, small-group instruction and one-on-one support/enrichmentinstruction….

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Carole S. | Longmont, CO

$22-27/hr • 2 yrs exp • 63 yrs old

I Am A Former Homeschool Teacher, For Both My Kids, 1st Thru 12th Grade.

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I taught every subject, in
homeschool. Registered with
an Umbrella School, for posting
grades and meeting state reqs.
Patient. Encouraging.
Creative learning methods.
Scheduled. Expectation of
assignmentcompletion….

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Karen B. | Westlake, OH

$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp • 54 yrs old

Mathematics Tutor For Grades 8 – 12

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Retired high school math teacher able to tutor Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry and Precalculus. Taught high school mathematics for 22 years.

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Allynn T. | Parsippany, NJ

$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp • 27 yrs old

Third Grade Teacher Looking For Tutoring Opportunities

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Hi, my name is Ally! I am a third grade public school teacher in Morris county currently on summer break and looking to tutor or provide children with summer assignment assistance.
I graduated with my Mastersdegree in elementary and special education from Rutgers Graduate School of Education in 2020. I am going into my third year teaching third grade this September.
I have two years of prior tutoring experience as well, ranging from children in preschool to rising fourth graders.
I’d be happy to work with you and your child to meet their learning needs this summer and beat the summer slide as they prepare for September!…

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Mollie W. | Rockport, MA

$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp • 26 yrs old

First Grade Teacher- Tutor Side-Job!

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Hi, my name is Mollie and I am a first grade teacher in Beverly, MA. I tutor as a side-job for families on the North-Shore. Most of my specific tutoring experience lies within children aged 4-6 (PreK-FirstGrade) but I have teaching experience in all grades PreK-5 and feel comfortable teaching/assisting with the Massachusetts Public School System curriculum for children through elementary school. I am also not opposed to tutoring middle or high school aged individuals, providing the material is something I am comfortable with. My expertise lies within literacy, (reading, writing, handwriting) specifically teaching children how to read or become stronger readers. However, I have experience and feel comfortable also teaching math, social studies, science, handwriting, and other academic subjects. I can also assist with organizational skills, time management, fine-motor ability, social-emotional strategies, and other general skills….

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Jeanette A. | Elon, NC

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp • 51 yrs old

Looking For A Math Tutor (grades 3-7)? Hire A Teacher!

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I am currently an AIG Specialist at an elementary school in the triangle area of NC. I have 16 years of experience in education that includes roles of teacher assistant, substitute, teacher, assistantprincipal, principal, and central services administrator. Before becoming an AIG Specialist, I was a 6th grade math teacher in Orange County, NC.
If you have a student that is struggling with math in grades 3-7, I can help! If your school district is using Open Up Resources/Illustrative Math or Eureka math, let me reteach or even pre-teach material in a relaxed way that makes the content less intimidating. …

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Hello! My name is Peyton. I graduated from UNC Charlotte in 2020 with a degree in Middle Grades Education. I am certified to teach English Language Arts and Social Studies. I have taught 8th grade English forthe last year in a public school. I love teaching, but I also love working individually with students and acting as a coach! I am currently taking a break from the teaching profession and I am now starting my own tutoring business. I tutored middle and high school students throughout college, even other college students. I want to continue that, but now I have the classroom experience to back it up! I would love to help your student reach their highest potential!…

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Nina H. | Indianapolis, IN

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp • 50 yrs old

Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st- 4rd Grade Tutor And/Or Early Childhood Development Coach.

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I have been a preschool and kindergarten instructor for 25 years. I worked as a reading tutor in college. I have cared for and assisted various young children with developmental/cognitive delays as a preschoolteacher, nanny and as a foster mother. I am qualified to assist your child infant to 4th grade get on track and stay on track with school skills and readiness. I am also able to assist students through 8th grade with homework completion and studying for tests….

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$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former 3rd And 4th Grade Teacher Looking To Tutor Math For Children In Grades 2 Through 5.

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Hi there my name is Christine and I am a mother of two strong and and wonderful girls. I have worked with children the majority of my adult life. As a former teacher, I have been exposed to all ages and allbackgrounds. I began my teaching career with Fountain Valley School District back in 1996 and worked until 2007 when I had my beautiful first born. I spent several years as a stay at home mom and went back to work in 2012 at Grace Lutheran School where I taught third and fourth grade. In addition to my teaching background I also worked the recreational program at Grace Lutheran School for about 4 years working with children from pre-K to 8th grade.
For the past three years I have worked as a nanny where my bosses ranged from 3 months old to 6 years old.
I am fully vaccinated and continue to take safety measures. I would prefer to work with a family that is also vaccinated….

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Recent Review:

Christine is one of those special individuals who treats other kids as if they are her own. She genuinely cares about their physical health as well as their social emotional health. I feel completely at easeleaving my children with her. She is very qualified to care for children….

Reviewed by Tonya P.

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Hello! My name is Jacob and I am a middle school math teacher (8th grade pre-algebra). I have been tutoring math of all levels for 7 years. I am comfortable with subjects up to Algebra 1 and Geometry.Elementary subjects including reading, English, and science are welcome as well as I have worked extensively with young children in summer camps and after school programs throughout college. I look forward to meeting your child and helping them succeed in their academics!…

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Jacob has been amazing! Our daughter is entering the 8th grade and wanted to brush up on her math over the summer. She has enjoyed her tutoring sessions so much we will be using Jacob throughout the schoolyear as well. Our family would highly recommend Jacob!…

Reviewed by Irene L.

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I am a 2nd grade teacher who enjoys tutoring and babysitting in my spare time. I’ve been teaching for 5 years and tutoring for 3 years. Math is my favorite subject, but I am happy to tutor in reading andwriting as well. In addition, I am currently finishing my last year in graduate school pursuing my master’s degree in Educational Leadership….

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Nerline N. | Tampa, FL

$25-45/hr • 4 yrs exp • 27 yrs old

Certified Math Instructor (All Grade Levels)

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Hello, my name is Nerline and I love all things math! I am certified to teach Math for grades 6 – 12 and I have 3 years of work experience tutoring grades K – 5. With communication, I can adapt my sessions tomatch your needs. If you want to close knowledge gaps we can focus on fundamentals. If you’d like to focus on homework help we can do that as well. I hope to meet you soon!
Successfully tutored students in:
Elementary math
Pre-algebra
Algebra I & II
Trigonometry
Calculus I (college- and high school-level)…

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Hello! My name is Cecilia and I am currently getting my Masters in Counseling at UNT. I can tutor elementary, middle, and high school students in any subject except Statistics and Calculus. I graduated #18 outof a class of 765 students in high school. My GPA for undergrad was 3. 7 and I currently have a 4. 0 in my third semester of grad school….

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Recent Review:

I hired Cecilia to tutor my son almost a month ago and he has shown great improvement during this short time. I’ve also noticed his confidence boost in himself. He was receiving school tutoring but he neededmore one on one tutoring help. Cecilia has related to his learning curves, identified and understands his needs. Cecilia has been tutoring him in math, reading, school projects and STAAR test prep. She’s very communicative, nice, and organized. She has been great tutoring my son and awesome working with kids from what I have seen. She is teaching him really important patterns and habits that will benefit him throughout his upcoming school years. I do recommend Cecilia and plan on continuing her tutoring sessions with my son during the summer so he doesn’t fall behind and be ready for the next school year….

Reviewed by Bianca P.

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Language Tutors

Recent language tutor reviews

Responsible, caring, professional

– Marta A.

Michael V.

He is a very thoughtful who puts a lot of thought into how he presents the material. His lessons were engaging, useful, and he was very patient with my son always encouraging him to try. I would highly recommend him to anyone interested in learning.

– Miyeal M.

Jill H.

My daughter started with Jill as a supplement to her Chinese immersion summer camp. She loved working with Jill! She is wonderful one on one, loves teaching Mandarin to children, and knew how to adapt to my daughters changing learning needs from age 3 to age 6. Jill became very much a part ofour family, sharing both her first language and culture….

– Nia B.

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$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Language Teacher – Homework Assistance

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Hello I’m Katherine but everyone calls me Kathy! I’m 32 years old, I’m a bachelor of Educational Psychology and I’m a TESOL teacher. I have worked with children of all ages for over 10 years, teaching Englishand Spanish in kindergarten, elementary and middle school, as a teacher’s assistant in after school workshops, summer camps, providing guided reading practice and homework assistance. I’m a caring, responsible, fun and reliable person, committed to creating a safe and learning environment. I can’t wait to meet your family and be a part of your children’s learning and development process….

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I have 34 years of teaching experience. I am currently a language arts teacher and reading specialist. I have taught elementary school language arts and math and middle school language arts.

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$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Foreign Language Tutor

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Hi my name is Qwanita & I love learning and teaching languages. I have taught children and adults Spanish, French & Brazilian Portuguese. I love working with kids & adults who have an interest in learning aforeign language. I love seeing their eyes light up when they start understanding & become conversational. Learning a language can be a lot of fun. I have a B. S. in Psychology & I speak, read & write 7 languages. …

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Elena B. | Brooklyn, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp • 61 yrs old

Russian Language Lessons For Your Child

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I am a highly Professional Russian Language teacher with many years of experience of teaching Russian Language both in Ukraine as an adjunct professor of Russian Language for Foreign Students Russia andtutoring Russian Language for kids in New York. I am a proud mother of a 18-year-old son who is a successful High School student in one of New York’s gifted and talented schools. As a certified teacher I enjoy spending my time with children and help them develop through music and singing, playing games, reading books….

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$50-150/hr • 5 yrs exp

Creative Abd Language Arts Tutor

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Aloha! I am a meditation teacher and love supporting children with language arts studies.

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$40-60/hr • 2 yrs exp

Fun Language Tutor

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Hello there! I am 25 years old. I love languages, and speak Spanish, English, Italian, Portuguese, and Russian! I have always loved working with children and have multiple years of experience in child-care andlanguage tutoring. I look forward to learning with you!…

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Reviewed by Marta A.

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Have an undergraduate degree in French language, double minor in education and Spanish. Also proficient in business, economics and life sciences.

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Hello my name is Madison, I have been studying American sign language for over 5 years now and am pretty fluent in the subject so can tutor in that. As well I have taken AP, and online Language arts courses andam decent at the subject so can help out with that….

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Currently I professionally tutor a Temple University College Professor in Spoken and Written Italian Language.
1. NJ Real Estate License – Rental Assistant
2. Restaurant Owner Entrepreneur 33 years
3.Outside Catering Large Scale Events
4. Italian Language Tutor for College Professionals
5. Administrative Assistant…

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Ia K. | Brooklyn, NY

$10-35/hr • 6 yrs exp • 34 yrs old

Native French Language Teacher

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Hello, I am French language experienced tutor, I am teaching French and Italian language more than 6 year, for all my students I take a unique and customized approach. My classes are always entertaining andnever dull. You will get the opportunity to learn French with the proper accent. I really anticipate hearing from you soon.
Thanks!…

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This will be my 11th year being a Spanish language educator in a classroom. Outside of a formal classroom setting, I’ve taught a diverse range of students ranging from 3yr olds to over 30! Both in public aswell as private venues as a group, couple or one-on-one. I have experience learning foreign languages during my time at UW-Madison, such as: French, German, ASL, Arabic, and Swahili. Usually I was studying three at the same time! I am well versed in CI (Comprehensible Input), TPR (Total Physical Response), TPRS (Teaching Proficiency via Reading and Storytelling), and incorporate ASL (American Sign Language) signs into vocabulary acquisition for better retention as well as an additional language bonus! Thank you for reading and I am looking forward to working with you, your spouse or your child/ren soon! Gracias/Merci/Danke/Shukran/Asante…

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Ava B. | Washington, DC

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp • 21 yrs old

Language, English, Math Specialist

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Hello all,
This is a very brief overview of my credentials however, please feel free to reach out and I will gladly send you over a detailed resume. I am heavily immersed in academics. Currently I am pursuinga degree in Economics at Georgetown University. As stated in my bio, I am trilingual. I currently work as an English teacher part-time for a family who’s first language in Mandarin. I would love to pursue tutoring or continue to work as a language coach….

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Dianna M. | Athens, GA

$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp • 60 yrs old

Fun Speech Language Pathologist / Tutor / Published Writer

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I am a certified Speech Language Pathologist with excellent reading, writing and speaking skills. Communication and the English language are my specialties. I am a published poet and essayist. Adore workingwith children and young adults. I have been teaching for 22 years and my students are my inspiration! I am a positive, encouraging and kind person, always praising the good effort and time my students apply to learning. Let’s meet to discuss your tutoring needs! We may a perfect match!…

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Hey! I have been an ESL Tutor since 2012. I’ve worked with kids 5+, teens, and adults. I love teaching English as a second language and help my students strive in a fun and efficient way!

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Not only do I love kids, but I love the English language! Would love to help children K-12th work on essays or other projects requiring writing. Have experience at the elementary level as a tutor in college atBucknell, as an English major….

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Robin B. | Louisville, KY

$30-35/hr • 53 yrs old

Experienced Language Tutor With Two Masters Degrees

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I specialize in tutoring languages to children, teens and adults. I have 10+ years experience successfully teaching and tutoring. I can help you or your child in English, Spanish, and math. I think you willfind my rates are reasonable….

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Michael V. | Bronx, NY

$10-40/hr • 10 yrs exp • 67 yrs old

Tutor ~ Math, English, Sciences, And English As Second Language

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I’ve been a self employed tutor of Math, English, Physical and Social Sciences, and English a Second Language for over 10 years. I engage students in one on one and group forums. I mentor and prepare them forsuccess in standardized examinations….

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Recent Review:

He is a very thoughtful who puts a lot of thought into how he presents the material. His lessons were engaging, useful, and he was very patient with my son always encouraging him to try. I would highlyrecommend him to anyone interested in learning….

Reviewed by Miyeal M.

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$24-29/hr

Polish Language Tutoring

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Hello!
I’m Magdalena and I was born and raised in Poland.
I’ve lived there for 19 years.
I’m willing to teach polish language!
Please reach out to me if you’re interested.
I’m very kind, patient and lovingperson with more than 6 years experience as a nanny with children ages newborn to 11 years!…

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Emily S. | Avondale, AZ

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp • 25 yrs old

Speech Language Pathology Assistant

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I have been a Speech Language Pathology Assistant for 2 years now and have an extensive background working with children. I have my Bachelors in Early Childhood and Special Education. I have over 6+ yearsworking with children in and out of the classroom (babysitting, working camps, etc.) I would love to have the opportunity to help your child/children excell and become more confident in the areas they may struggle. Looking forward to speaking to you!…

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Jill H. | Saint Petersburg, FL

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp • 55 yrs old

Part Time Job For Either Chinese/Mandarin Language Tutor Or Child Care Job

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Hi , My name is Jill. I have 6+ year of experience. I can help teach Mandarin/ Chinese Language for both Children and adult.
I recently moved to St. Petersburg FL from Maryland with my husband. I’m Taiwanese(from Taiwan) . Although English is my 2nd language, I’ve no problem with understanding and communication. I used to teach Mandarin/Chinese Language in Elementary school for 3 years from 2016 to 2019, then teach Mandarin/ Chinese as a private tutor from 2019 to 2022. I’m responsible, patience person with children, I’m experienced driver with good driving record. I can also help to do school pickup and take them to their after school activity, Or give them Mandarin lesson if needed at home. I’m open to give private lesson to teenager and adult too.
I’m fully vaccinated & Non smoker, comfortable with pet. Look forward to hear from you, please feel free to contact me for any question. Thanks…

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Recent Review:

My daughter started with Jill as a supplement to her Chinese immersion summer camp. She loved working with Jill! She is wonderful one on one, loves teaching Mandarin to children, and knew how to adapt to mydaughters changing learning needs from age 3 to age 6. Jill became very much a part of our family, sharing both her first language and culture….

Reviewed by Nia B.

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Should I hire a tutor? 5 reasons for and 3 against

… have good and capable teachers in the house, the costs of them will never be too large …
Mark Aurelius

Few think that private tutoring is a very ancient practice. Surely, every student of philosophy knows that Socrates was the mentor of Plato, who, in turn, taught Aristotle, and Aristotle was the teacher of the young Alexander the Great. From a quote by the imperial philosopher Marcus Aurelius, it is clear that the Romans also valued private instruction, as did the Greeks. For centuries, tutoring has been the most effective way to support a child’s learning, involving not only an academic specialist, but also a mentor and role model all rolled into one.

Certainly, tutoring is as popular today as it was two millennia ago. Around a quarter of UK children are tutored at some stage of their education, according to various sources. Most children use the services of tutors in the run-up to important tests or entrance exams to schools and universities, as well as final exams for GCSE and A Levels. Despite such data, there is enough criticism of tutoring. Many parents will wonder why they should invest even more in individual education when they are already spending enough money on expensive private schools. The tutor’s lessons are also called into question by the current workload of children, in addition to lessons, you also need to go in for sports, music, drama or other circles.

While tutoring can be a fantastic resource for many children, helping them not only academically, but also building their confidence, inspiring them to succeed and reducing their stress levels in a busy environment, it is not suitable for all children. In some cases, it can be detrimental to the child’s academic performance, especially if he simply does not have time just to relax and unwind.

Given the sheer volume of both positive and negative feedback, it can be really difficult for parents to decide whether to hire a professional or make do with the school curriculum and resources. To help such parents, we decided to analyze all the pros and cons and identified the main reasons for and against.

Arguments for

First, let’s look at 5 reasons why a tutor can be very helpful for a child:

To prevent or stop falling behind the school curriculum approaching a child at school is an almost impossible task. Therefore, if teaching methods do not match the speed of assimilation of the material of the child, if reading and writing skills develop too slowly, the school is unlikely to be able to help with such problems. In some cases, with a particularly complex program, even the most capable children may begin to lag behind. One gap in knowledge leads to another gap, and such a growing problem becomes like a snowball and can become catastrophic at some point, especially if it happens in elementary school.

The lag also leads to a whole galaxy of psychological problems in the form of apathy, indifference, bad behavior and resentment. An additional problem is that in Western schools, for example, with poor academic performance, a child falls into a group (“set”) of children with the same low academic performance and lack of interest in learning, which creates a kind of vicious circle.

Sometimes the only way out in this case is to engage an individual teacher. A competent specialist will be able to highlight problematic moments in the learning process in a short time, help fill in existing gaps and prevent new ones. Such a “first aid” may include both the standard repetition and explanation of past and present topics, as well as the selection of the correct literature for additional reading or the development of individual rules for repetition, memorization, etc.

How do you know if your child is falling behind the program? If your teacher has already reported several times that homework was not done satisfactorily or your child has begun to complain about difficulties with topics in the classroom, it is worth taking a closer look at his needs – most likely, he needs additional support.

To provide a child with professional help in preparing for entrance exams

Another main reason for attracting a tutor is to prepare for entrance tests, exams and interviews in top schools and universities, the competition for which sometimes amounts to even dozens of candidates for one place. To get this coveted place, unfortunately, it is not enough to be just a “strong”, smart and successful student, an important share of success is the knowledge of the so-called “examination technique”. So, for example, when working with texts, you will need to conduct a competent analysis, draw parallels, and correctly structure your answer. All this in a limited amount of time and in a stressful atmosphere.

An experienced teacher has hundreds and even thousands of hours of training with such candidates under his belt – he will equip your child with a set of techniques and methods that will help him save time and get extra points by providing answers that meet the most exacting expectations of the admissions committee.

In addition, such a specialist is well aware of the literature that will help in preparation and can advise the necessary textbook or workbook, tell in detail about the registration process, requirements, deadlines and the secrets of success for those of his students who entered your desired school, which he prepared. He certainly has a network of contacts who can also help you in the admission process with their advice and advice. In such cases, a specialist tutor in preparing for entrance exams will become an invaluable assistant not only to the children themselves, but also to their parents.

To provide your child with a personal tutor

We have already touched on this aspect before – a tutor is not just a teacher who dictates rules or mechanically solves problems with your child, this is a person who knows firsthand about all the problems that your child faces . A good tutor graduated from a prestigious school and university – he himself went through a huge academic load, knows about time management, discipline and the importance of a positive attitude. Classes are also a personal relationship, a friendly tutor who sincerely cares about your child’s success, will always support him with advice or an encouraging story, tell him about his experience, teach him some trick or “gadget” that he can impress teachers and classmates with . In the face of such a teacher, the child will receive a living example, a role model and a “mentor” who will speak the same language with him.

Just to make life easier and save your nerves

It’s a well-known fact that children argue with their parents, which, of course, can’t help but upset. Despite this, such disputes are fundamentally important for the development of the child, as it demonstrates their individuality and desire to be independent. Sometimes friction arises when a child is required to, for example, do something in addition to homework or read in addition to the main program.

In such cases, a tutor can help, who will save you from many unpleasant situations. Yes, perhaps before the arrival of the teacher, the child will have objections, but a rare child will protest just as violently in front of an outsider, who is a tutor. Simply put, the teacher neutralizes the pressure, and you, instead of persuading and screaming with textbooks in your hands, will be able to enjoy calm communication with your child. An important advantage is also the fact that having such an assistant, you will be sure that all homework will be done by the child on time and without unnecessary hassle and stress – this is important for any busy parent.

To take your child’s academic interests to the next level and help them find a career

We have already discussed the role of a tutor above and noted that this role is not limited to teaching. In some situations, he can provide the child with information that he will not receive from the school teacher because he is not limited by the scope of the school curriculum. If your child wants to truly learn their subject, a tutor is the right person to help guide the child in the right way. For example, your child is interested in physics and astronomy – why not hire an astrophysics teacher who does research in this topic? If your child is crazy about the works of Jane Austen, why not organize a meeting devoted to literature 19century with a Cambridge graduate in English literature? If you see such interests in him, they must be encouraged and inspired, perhaps you are raising the next Nobel laureate or Pulitzer Prize winner.

Arguments “against”

That’s a pretty convincing list of pros, isn’t it? However, there are also reasons against it – why might tutoring be not the best idea?

Your child lacks basic habits and routines for effective learning

Anyone who has ever suffered from insomnia is familiar with the term sleep hygiene. Having good sleep hygiene means turning off the TV in a timely manner, maintaining the correct temperature in the bedroom, and using the bedroom strictly for its intended purpose, not making it a home office, for example.

In addition to sleep hygiene, there is also educational hygiene, when parents carefully monitor the factors that may affect the child’s performance at school. Regular meals and full, quality sleep are essential for a child’s good academic performance; the child is simply not able to do well if he feels hungry, tired, or even exhausted. The mode of the day is important, it is desirable to do homework at the same time every day. If a child grows up in a bilingual environment, it is necessary to provide him with an optimal environment for the perception of both languages ​​- decide in which language to listen to the radio in the morning or watch TV shows, as well as adjust electronic gadgets to the desired language. No tutor can help if the children are not read and if they do not read at all themselves – in this case, the role of the parents is to set aside a certain time for studying with the child daily and provide a basis for directly academic studies.

If you are thinking about tutoring, ask yourself what can be done to improve the situation yourself? Perhaps if you organize a strict regime and routine at home with reading in the evenings and solving math problems in the morning, these problems will solve themselves without investing any additional money.

Your child does not get enough rest and is not encouraged

Given the heavy workload and the desire of parents to place their children in good schools and universities, they, of course, can be forgiven for feeling worried about the progress of their children. At the same time, it is very important not to overload children – you can surround a child with textbooks and teachers, but his tired brain simply does not perceive such volumes of information. Numerous studies show how important free time and play are for proper mental development of a child, and sometimes the best way to help a child is to ask them to do a little less, and not vice versa. Poor behavior and low grades in school can be a sign of fatigue rather than a sign of lack of ability or unbearable temperament, so any parent considering tutoring should consider maybe a bit of “real childhood” and more free time to play and have fun. Having rested, your child will be ready to conquer new heights.

It is also very important that parents encourage their children in every possible way for good work at school and any, even the smallest successes. With the help of such positive incentives, you only motivate them for further efforts and success. At the same time, blackmail and threats, especially in an aggressive form, can have the opposite effect.

Your child is still too young

Given the fact that 4+ exams are introduced in some schools in London, many young families may be tempted to start preparing with tutors for entrance tests from an early age, even at three years old. However, from a pedagogical point of view, trying to push a child too early for academic development is like trying to make your car go faster by adding 10 extra wheels. Play is important for the development of cognitive and motor skills in children, so they will not react to a large amount of information at such an early age. Even as they approach learning more consciously at age 5-6, teaching should involve physical activity—instead of studying math with a pen and notebook, it’s much more efficient to build Lego or do some other physical puzzle.

In general, teaching young children should always be accompanied by play, and if you are going to hire a tutor for your four year old, they need to understand this (make sure they have experience with this particular age group). There is nothing wrong with finding a tutor, governess or nanny who will conduct such educational games, but parents still should not have big illusions that their child will definitely reach great heights at such a young age. Their entire future school and university life will consist of ups and downs, so let the children play while it is possible.

5 reasons why to look for him

An experienced teacher is needed not only when something goes wrong. It will come in handy even for the strongest student. A tutor can also become an example and mentor for a child. The main thing is to understand what you want from classes and what tasks you face in your studies.

When it is too easy or difficult, there is no development

Regular classes have 25-30 students. In such circumstances, one teacher is not physically able to take into account the needs of everyone. If the student is too easy, bored or incomprehensible, the teacher does not always provide the necessary tasks or additional explanations. The school follows a program that does not depend on the preferences and needs of students. In private lessons, things are different.

The tutor pays attention to topics that sink in the child – helps to build the base on which further education is built. If a student demonstrates outstanding abilities in a subject, an individual teacher supports his interest: he offers non-standard tasks, prepares for olympiads, or advises how to develop further. So a student who is simply successful in a math class gets into a more saturated environment and moves on, and does not sit in one place without development. If the student does not have time for the program, he has the opportunity to overtake or even overtake it.

Success requires intrinsic motivation

Positive and negative reinforcement is important at the beginning of any business – this works with both adults and children. Adults overcome difficulties in work based on career growth and salary, while schoolchildren at first study for marks. The task of the teacher is to arouse interest in the subject. If the student himself does not want to learn, external “levers” – a smartphone, money, travel – will only give a short-term effect. Gifts and pay for good grades do not help to cultivate an inner craving for knowledge.

It is impossible to learn with full dedication using the carrot and stick method, you need your own desire of the child. A skilled teacher is able to see the inclinations and talents of the student, inspire him to read more and solve problems, even if it seems to someone that the situation is hopeless. Studying should be moderately difficult and at the same time very interesting, then rewards and punishments will not be needed.

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Teaching style and learning style must match

The child does not have to adapt to the style of the teacher. This will not help either at the university or in communicating with colleagues. If a student has a desire to learn, to be close to a teacher, then he adapts to his speech characteristics or temperament. When the teacher explains incomprehensibly, too slowly or too quickly, there is no adjustment. Especially if the student does not like his subject. In the best case, in such lessons the child will be in the clouds or communicate with a neighbor on the desk.

A professional tutor pays attention to the psychological characteristics of the child. If the student cannot stand monotonous work, then there will be fewer tasks of each type, but they will be asked in several lessons. If it is difficult for a student to switch from one to another, then the classes will be more monotonous, similar to immersion in a topic.

An individual lesson is 100% effective

In a typical lesson at a school, it takes 5 to 10 minutes for organizational moments: to calm the children and check the presence of students on the list. Then they check their homework.