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Mar 10 2008

Hola, my name is Alex, I am a native Spanish speaker from Mexico City with over 
8 years of experience teaching the Spanish language.  I am able to help you 
improve your conversational skills, grammar and reading with astonishing 
speed. My easy and gently method will help you feel more confident about 
Spanish after a few lessons.  it doesn't matter your level; beginning or advanced 
I am able to help you improve your GPA and to help you prepare for the AP or 
SAT II exams.
lessons are given at the place of your convenience, flexible scheduling, basic 
materials included $35
Alex Armenta Spanish.Steps.Institute[at]gmail.com (510) 387-4990

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Feb 29 2008

I tutor 6 high school Spanish students and have a few openings in my spring 
schedule. I have two and a half years of recent experience in helping students 
raise their grades and improve their fluency  (please see my parent 
recommendation on the Spanish tutors page.) I have tutored for ten years 
and speak Spanish fluently. I'm a Berkeley High graduate (2000, 5/5 on AP 
Spanish exam) with a B.A. in Spanish from Wellesley College (2004). For the 
last two and a half years I've worked with Berkeley High, Albany, Piedmont, St. 
Mary's, Bentley and Redwood Day students. I worked as a Spanish department 
tutor at Wellesley and as a Teacher's Assistant in BHS classes. In addition to 
my work as a tutor I teach Spanish in the after school program at Oxford 
School. References available from BHS teachers and local parents. $50/hour 
for a weekly session, extra time available before exams. SAT II prep available 
by the session. Please email for more information and references.
Alexandra May alexandra.may[at]gmail.com 

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Feb 18 2008

My name is Michael, I'm a long-time Berkeley resident, and 
I tutor Spanish to high school students and adults.

I offer my experience as a former high school Spanish 
teacher (current valid California teaching credential in 
Spanish). In addition to my teaching experience, I have 
traveled in Mexico and lived in Spain. My undergraduate 
degree is in Spanish from UC Berkeley. Presently, I am 
pursuing a Master's in Counseling at San Francisco State. 
Resume and references available upon request.

My rate is $20 - $30 per hour, depending on my travel 
time. I can tutor in your home, or at one of the cafis 
near UC campus/ downtown Berkeley.

Please feel free to call me with any questions you might 
have: 510-725-9338 
Michael Ceely Fast.orange[at]Hotmail.com 510-725-9338

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Jan 05 2008

Hello, my name is Marcela and I am available to tutor all 
levels of Spanish in my Piedmont home or at your home 
(provided it is located within the East Bay).  I graduated 
from UC Berkeley in 2004 with a degree in Latin American 
Studies and currently work in the Piedmont Unified School 
District.  If you are interested, please feel free to 
contact me via cell or email.  
Marcela privatm[at]hotmail.com 510-579-1465

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Nov 28 2007

¡Saludos! I am a UC Berkeley graduate student in Latin
American Studies and would love to help you or your child
master the Spanish language - and have a great time doing it!

I have studied Spanish for 16 years, have worked, lived and
conducted research in Latin America, and have taught and
tutored students at the college level for 6 years.  I tailor
my individual sessions to the needs, interests, and
strengths of each student, making  it fun, illuminating, and
constructive.  

I work with students from Level One through AP and beyond,
focusing on grammar, composition, speaking, and listening
skills.  I incorporate music, television, and magazines into
my approach, bringing life and energy to textbooks and
worksheets.

My rates range from $25-35/hour.  

I look forward to working with you!
Christene DeJong christene[at]berkeley.edu 510-450-0468

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Nov 13 2007

I have been tutoring middle and high school students in 
Spanish I, II and III throughout Berkeley, Albany, El 
Cerrito and North Oakland for 3 years.  I am a non-native 
speaker with more than 20 years' experience traveling 
throughout Latin America, speaking, reading and writing 
the language.  Proven success with students.

Tutoring is provided in the student's home, my home in the 
North Berkeley Hills or at another agreed-upon location 
(thte student's school site, library, etc.)

References gladly provided.
Roxana Hart (aka Roxann Daily) roxana_hart[at]myway.com 510-594-4051

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Nov 12 2007

Mi name is Alejandro Armenta.  I am a Native Spanish
language Speaker from Mexico City, with over 8 years of
experience teaching Spanish. I can help you improve your
conversational skills, grammar and reading. Mi easy and
gentle method will help you learn Spanish with astonishing
speed.
It doesn't matter your level, beginning or advanced student:
also for those of you, who need to improve your GPA or
prepare for the AP or SAT Spanish exams.
lessons are held at the place of your convenience, flexible
scheduling, basic materials included.  $40 per hour 
Alejandro Spanish.Steps.Institute[at]gmail.com (510) 387-4990

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Nov 10 2007

I am a highly qualified teacher and tutor with a passion 
for teaching students of all ages.  I have earned two 
different teaching credentials (Bilingual Multiple 
Subjects and Single Subjects in English), a Masters Degree 
in Education, and have over 10 years of classroom teaching 
and tutoring experience with elementary through high 
school students.  I provide a warm, supportive, 
challenging and effective tutoring experience for the 
students I work with.  I am qualified to tutor elementary 
and middle school students in any subject, and high school 
students in English, Spanish, Algebra, and general 
organizational/study skills.  Please contact me if you're 
interested in speaking with me further
Mollie Crittenden mocrit[at]yahoo.com (510)597-1127
Mollie mocrit[at]yahoo.com 

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Oct 17 2007

Hola, quisiera ayudar a su niño a tener éxito.

My name is Liz Hill, I'm 19 and I'm a Spanish Major at UC
Berkeley.  I've been studying the Spanish language for seven
years, and as a non-native speaker, I understand the
challenges of learning a foreign language in a standard
classroom setting.  I have a strong background in Spanish
grammar, pronunciation, Latin American literature and
conversational Spanish, and have much to offer to elementary
school through High School students, and non-majors needing
help.  I've been tutoring students from ages 10-17 for over
four years, and have a lot of patience and enthusiasm.  I
love to make language fun for my tutees, and can guarantee
improvement in your student's written and oral skills.

I charge $25 for a 30 minute session
and $35 for a 45 minute session. (I recommend 45 minutes to
allow enough time for language practice)

I will come to your home, or we can make other arrangements.

-Liz
Liz Hil Lizannehill[at]gmail.com 714.981.0780

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Oct 08 2007

My son who is a freshmen in Albany High School is interested in tutoring 
younger kids in Spanish. He is fully fluent in speaking, reading and writing, 
has traveled to Argentina for the summer for many years and is currently taking 
Spanish for Native Speakers in high school. He is very patient and very 
enthusiastic about teaching. He could go to your place if it is in Albany or 
nearby. $10/hour.  
Gladys gfleitas[at]berkeley.edu 510-527-2268

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Oct 08 2007

Hi,  I am a native language Spanish speaker able to help you
improve your conversational skills, grammar and reading. 
All levels are welcome!
I can also help you to improve your GPA and prepare you for
your high school exams.
lessons are held at the place of your convenience, all
materials are included. $40 per hour
Marysol Cardenas marysol.spanish.steps.institute[at]gmail.com 

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Sep 05 2007

Spanish tutoriing available in your home.  15 years 
experience in Education.   All ages.  Berkeley and Central 
Contra Costa County areas.  
Patricia Delgadillo spanish_2tr[at]hotmail.com 

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Aug 31 2007

I tutored nine high school and junior high Spanish students last school year 
and helped them all improve their grades and prepare for the Spanish SAT II.

I speak fluent Spanish and have almost ten years of tutoring experience. I'm a 
Berkeley High graduate (2000, 5/5 on AP Spanish exam) with a B.A. in 
Spanish from Wellesley College (2004). 

For the past two years I've worked with beginning to advanced students from 
BHS, St. Mary's, Bentley and Redwood Day, including students with ADD and 
ADHD.

I've tutored individual students and groups since high school, worked as a 
Spanish department tutor at Wellesley and as a Teacher's Assistant. and 
volunteer in Berkeley High Spanish classes. In addition to my work as a tutor I 
teach Spanish in the after school program at Oxford School. 

References available from BHS teachers and local parents, flexible availability. 
$45/hour for a weekly session, extra time available before exams. Please 
email for more information. 
Alexandra May alexandra.may[at]gmail.com 

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Jul 13 2007

Credentialed High School Spanish Teacher available to help
your son or daughter!

* 4 years teaching experience
* Experienced with high school aged children, but able to
work with younger students, as well
* Flexible hours during the summer with school year time slots
* I live around Piedmont Avenue and can meet at your home or
in a public location
* 1-1 tutoring or small groups
* Rates: $40 /hour (private)  $60/hour (group  up to 3
students)
Jill Evans tutormespanish[at]sbcglobal.net (510) 655-4501

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Jun 28 2007

Spanish and French Tutor
Available

Private Tutoring for all levels of language instruction, with  K-12 students and 
adults. I am a private tutor with 25 years experience helping high school 
students in learning Spanish and French. I offer help with conversation, 
comprehension, reading & writing skills, grammar and vocabulary. I can help 
you improve your facility in speaking and reading either Spanish or French. I 
have lived and worked in France, Spain and Mexico, and have traveled 
throughout Latin America, so I bring personal experience and cultural 
understanding to the study of language. I have  a California Teaching 
Credential in Foreign Language  and have taught both in the classroom and 
privately, so that I am familiar with the curriculum  used in  Bay Area public 
and private schools. I can come to your home  to tutor or arrange for a 
convenient location.

References available upon request.
Reasonable rates

Loren.Chuse@nau.edu
(510) 926-2131 
Loren Chuse Loren.Chuse[at]nau.edu (510) 926-2131

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Jun 28 2007

I am a teacher taking a sabbatical from the Oakland Unified
School District for a year. I am very good at helping
children learn and believe in themselves, and would like to
continue doing so during the time in which I am out of the
classroom. I have taught in Oakland for 8 years, and
Sacramento for 2.

I have succeeded with children where often others have not
been able to, and have successfully reached 
the ''difficult''
children, or the children who have different learning
styles, as well as the children who do well in academic
settings. I can provide testimonials from other parents. 

I can tutor for elementary school (reading, phonics,
writing, math, art, science, Spanish, social studies, study
skills/habits), or middle and high school (some sciences,
Spanish, some math, reading comprehension, writing, study
skills).  If you email me, I can send you my resume and a
more complete listing of my services.  Thank you!
Bronwyn Harris bronwyn_harris[at]yahoo.com 
Bronwyn Harris bronwyn_harris[at]yahoo.com 510-589-3786

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Apr 01 2007

Spanish Tutor

* B.A. in Spanish and Education
* Single Subject credentialed high school Spanish teacher
* Spanish Masters student at San Francisco State University
* Lived in Buenos Aires, Argentina and Madrid, Spain
* Get yourself or your child ready for finals, tests and   
     quizzes.
* Review beginning and intermediate concepts.
* Brush up on conversational Spanish.
* Prepare for your trip to a Spanish-speaking country

$25-30 for one-hour private lesson
Sarah Pederson luckee22[at]hotmail.com 


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Mar 28 2007

From Madrid (Spain) I come to San Francisco Bay Area with 
over 12 years of experience in teaching Spanish as well as 
serving San Francisco State University and UC Berkeley as 
a freelance approved tutor and translator in the Spanish 
Language. 
As a practice I like to assess the skill level of my 
students; Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and then 
tailor the class to your needs as appropriate. My classes 
are very motivating, fun and progressive. Meaning that I 
put you in real situations where you only have one choice, 
speak in the Spanish language. Further, I am dedicated to 
working towards your improvement, helping to identify your 
weaknesses and grow your strengths. 
The classes are private and take place at my classroom in 
Berkeley.
My rates are very reasonable at $40 per lesson. (Each 
lesson lasts one and a half hours)or $175 per five 90 
minutes scheduled classes. 
Best Regards, 
http://www.martinmarquez.com/spanishclasses 
Martin Marquez martin[at]martinmarquez.com 510.665 6112

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Mar 23 2007

Hi!
I am a private Spanish tutor from Colombia. I have a 
background in Psychology and education. I have over 6 
years of experience helping others learn and improve their 
Spanish. 
I available  to provide tutoring  in Contra Costa County 
area.
Angelica Soltis fun_spanish[at]yahoo.com