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Feb 18 2013 ?Hola! I am a student at Berkeley High School with a lot of knowledge in Spanish and enjoy sharing my knowledge with others. I've tutored students at Berkeley High many times for tests and homework assignments. I teach basic Spanish to all and can tutor all levels of Spanish from elementary school up to intermediate high school level Spanish. I'm familiar with the level of difficulty of the exams in high school Spanish, including the high school Spanish placement exam. If you are interested, please contact me at maxim4guzman@gmail.com Maxim Guzman maxim4guzman[at]gmail.com ----------------------------------------------- Feb 15 2013 I would love to work with your child and encourage them in their Spanish language learning process. I am a native English speaker that has been speaking Spanish for close to 20 years and have lived in South America. I have 3 plus years of experience in after school teaching. I specialize in elementary and middle school. I can quickly build rapport with children. I would love to assist your child in a two-way immersion program or other Spanish class. Thanks! Lila Blanchard lblanchard[at]hotmail.com 510-809-5589 ----------------------------------------------- Feb 04 2013 It's that time of year! Are you the parent of a middle- or high-school student who just got bad news about grades in Spanish class? I can help! With the new semester, I have a few openings. I am an energetic, focused, and playful tutor who loves working with adolescents. I have experience with all kinds of students, from those with learning disabilities to those in AP classes headed for top universities. As a fluent, NON-native speaker with a B.A. and M.A. in English from Cal, I understand thoroughly the differences and similarities between Spanish and English, and the problems English-speakers most frequently encounter when learning Spanish. I also have developed and taught classes in Grammar and Time Management?both very often problems for teenagers, especially when it comes to foreign language acquistion. Call or email me for more information, including my resume and references. Clara Sneed tutorclara[at]gmail.com 510-734-4342 ----------------------------------------------- Feb 04 2013 It's that time of year! Are you the parent of a middle- or high-school student who just got bad news about grades in Spanish class? I can help! With the new semester, I have a few openings. I am an energetic, focused, and playful tutor who loves working with adolescents. I have experience with all kinds of students, from those with learning disabilities to those in AP classes headed for top universities. As a fluent, NON-native speaker with a B.A. and M.A. in English from Cal, I understand thoroughly the differences and similarities between Spanish and English, and the problems English-speakers most frequently encounter when learning Spanish. I also have developed and taught classes in Grammar and Time Management?both very often problems for teenagers, especially when it comes to foreign language acquistion. Call or email me for more information, including my resume and references. Clara Sneed tutorclara[at]gmail.com 510-734-4342 ----------------------------------------------- Jan 31 2013 Hello! My name is Lydia, I'm from Albany and would like to offer my services as a Spanish tutor. I have a BA in Spanish, am bilingual and can tutor all levels of high school and middle school Spanish. My rate is $25/hr and can come to your house. I look forward to working with you and your student! Lydia Raya lydia.raya[at]gmail.com 5102957355 ----------------------------------------------- Jan 01 2013 Tutor Available: spanish ----------------------------------------------- January 1, 2013 Quickly raise your Spanish grade with Barbara Durando Traylor! Learning should be fun! I relish working with students and helping them improve their understanding, skills and grades. I am patient and tailor my lessons to each student's needs. Education: B.A Spanish Literature U.C. Berkeley. California Secondary Credential for Spanish. California Adult Credential for Spanish. My experience includes: 20 years tutoring college, high school and middle school students, from A.P. students to those with learning challenges. 8 years teaching adults Spanish at Berkeley Adult School. 17 years teaching in bi-lingual classrooms.References available. Barbara Durando Traylor 510-548-6039 bdt@gmail.com Barbara Durando Traylor bdtraylor[at]gmail.com 510-548-6039 ----------------------------------------------- Dec 29 2012 Experienced Teacher Offering Spanish Tutoring I am a fluent Spanish speaker and experienced teacher, and it would be my pleasure to help your child reach his or her potential in Spanish class! I am patient, encouraging, and I can make difficult content fun and easy to learn. Having extensive work and travel experience in Central America, I have a strong command of both spoken and written Spanish. My goal is not only to teach content, but also to provide students with the study tools they need to become more effective independent learners. I live close to the UC Berkeley Campus, and offer reasonable rates. I look forward to working with your child! Credentials: B.S. Biology, U.C. San Diego Single Subject Biology Teaching Credential, U.C.L.A. Master's in Education Studies, U.C.L.A. BCLAD Certificate (Bilingual, Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development) MPH Candidate, UC Berkeley Michael michaelbakal[at]gmail.com 510-708-5085 ----------------------------------------------- Dec 27 2012 I have only one spot left for Jan 2013! I love the kids who need the most help. I am an experienced, credentialed teacher, taking a break from the classroom. 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 have helped children and teenagers who absolutely hate school! I can provide testimonials from other parents. I'm happy to email you my resume and a description of my services if you'd like. I will say up front that I charge more than some tutors but I am a trained, credentialed teacher and can be more helpful in less time than many. The best compliment I have ever gotten from a parent was that the change in her son was ''miraculous.'' That's why I do it! email better than phone for reaching me Bronwyn Harris bronwyn_harris[at]yahoo.com 510-589-3786 ----------------------------------------------- Oct 24 2012 K through high school Spanish teacher and Berkeley native. I offer a fun and challenging learning environment with serious results. I am very personable and offer independent instruction for students of all ages. I can come to your home, and my prices are reasonable and negotiable, so please give me a call. -Spanish native speaker -2 years experience teaching high school Spanish -2 years experience teaching elementary and junior high school Spanish -4 years experience as an after school bilingual tutor -UC AG certified Adri?n de la Fuente adriandela510@gmail.com 5103567762 :) Adrian de la Fuente Ramirez adriandela510[at]gmail.com 510 3567762 ----------------------------------------------- Oct 14 2012 ?Hola! Are you a student looking for some extra practice or homework help outside of Spanish class? Are you a lifelong learner of any age hoping to learn Spanish for fun or for travel? Do you need help preparing for an exam in Spanish? Do you want your kids to be immersed in Spanish as they play? I am a current Spanish Literature Ph.D. student at UC Berkeley, offering private in-home Spanish tutoring for kids, teens, and adults of all ages in the Berkeley and Oakland area. In the past I have taught Spanish at a public high school, and I can provide excellent references. Rate: $50 per hour for private lesson. Rate for multiple kids in one household negotiable. I look forward to meeting you! Megan meganlbriggs[at]gmail.com ----------------------------------------------- Sep 26 2012 I have very few spots left! I love the kids who need the most help. I am an experienced, credentialed teacher, taking a break from the classroom. 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 have helped children and teenagers who absolutely hate school! I can provide testimonials from other parents. I'm happy to email you my resume and a description of my services if you'd like. I will say up front that I charge more than some tutors but I am a trained, credentialed teacher and can be more helpful in less time than many. The best compliment I have ever gotten from a parent was that the change in her son was ''miraculous.'' That's why I do it! Bronwyn Harris bronwyn_harris[at]yahoo.com 510-589-3786 ----------------------------------------------- Sep 25 2012 Highly Recommended on BPN, Effective & Supportive Tutor Available in SF & East Bay * Seven years experience with over 60 students * Proven success in raising grades & enthusiasm * Experience as a Student Teacher/Volunteer Tutor (Berkeley High), K-5 Teacher (Oxford Elementary, Berkeley), Peer Tutor (Wellesley College). Currently employed as a bilingual Social Worker * Berkeley High graduate (5 on AP Spanish exam), Spanish B.A. - Wellesley College, Master's in Social Work - SJSU * Experienced in accommodating learning disabilities, challenging advanced students and bringing students to course level proficiency * Strong familiarity with many middle and high school textbooks $50/hour. Please see BPN Tutor Recommendations 2007-2011 (4). Additional references available upon request Alexandra May alexandra.may[at]gmail.com ----------------------------------------------- Sep 07 2012 LEARN SPANISH with a native speaker Are you planning to travel to a Spanish-speaking country or do you just want to brush up on your Spanish language skills? Whatever the case is, I'm ready to help you out. I'm from Spain and I offer private lessons in Berkeley for Spanish learners. All ages and levels are welcome. Email me explaining your interest, level, and preferred setting, time and days. ? Hasta pronto ! Laura laura.grau.us[at]gmail.com ----------------------------------------------- Aug 21 2012 Professional college language instructor who works as a high school substitute Spanish teacher at Head Royce and Bentley Upper School. I attended the Escuela Oficial de Idiomas in Madrid, Spain, have a BA in Spanish and an MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. I currently teach Spanish at Piedmont Adult School. I am familiar with Spanish textbooks used in local schools? at Berkeley High, Skyline High, Piedmont High, Millenium High, Head Royce, Bentley, Bishop O?Dowd, Maybeck, and others. I helped high school students raise their Spanish grades by 1-2 whole grades in 10 years tutoring. I quickly identify your child's confusion and provide targeted lessons on what he needs to master. Have references - the parents of my previous students. 2 openings for new students on Thursdays after school. 387-9307 Christine So christineso.70[at]gmail.com ----------------------------------------------- Aug 03 2012 Are you the parent of a middle-school or high-school student struggling to pass or excel in a Spanish class? I can help! I am an energetic, focused, and playful tutor who loves working with adolescents. I have experience with all kinds of students, from those with learning disabilities to those in AP classes headed for top universities. As a fluent, NON-native speaker with a B.A. and M.A. in English from Cal, I understand thoroughly the differences and similarites between Spanish and English, and the problems English-speakers most frequently encounter when learning Spanish. I also have developed and taught classes in Grammar and Time Management?both very often problems for teenagers, especially when it comes to foreign language acquistion. Call or email me for more information, including my resume and references. Clara Sneed tutorclara[at]gmail.com 510-734-4342 ----------------------------------------------- Jul 16 2012 I am a native language Spanish speaker from Mexico City with a Spanish teaching credential and with over 10 years of experience teaching Spanish. 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, SAT II exam and/or International Baccalaureate (IB) exam. lessons are given at the place of your convenience, flexible scheduling, basic materials included. Alex Spanish.Steps.Institute[at]gmail.com (510) 387.4990 ----------------------------------------------- Jul 12 2012 Hello, I'm an Archaeology student from Chile currently residing in Oakland. I work part-time as a Spanish as a Second Language tutor. My approach is light- hearted and easy going as I want the student to enjoy learning Spanish. I try to focus in conversational skills, building pronunciation and vocabulary. I'm also available to help with grammar, orthography and redaction as well as class and homework assignments and preparations for exams. My rates are affordable and negotiable. Contact me for references. Thanks, Pascal Azocar canguropolar[at]gmail.com ----------------------------------------------- Jun 11 2012 Summer tutoring in Spanish can be fun?low-pressure, entertaining, and helpful. If you or your middle or high school is struggling to learn Spanish, I can help! I am an energetic, focused and playful tutor who loves my job. I have experience with all kinds of students, from those with ADD/ADHD and/or learning disabilities to those in AP classes headed for top universities. As a fluent, NON-native speaker with a B.A. and M.A. in English from Cal, I understand thoroughly the differences and similarities between Spanish and English, and the problems English-speakers most frequently encounter when learning Spanish. My summer session starts Monday, July 23. Call or email me for more information, including my resume, references, and testimonials. Clara Sneed tutorclara[at]gmail.com 510-734-4342 ----------------------------------------------- May 06 2012 I'm taking reservations for the summer - spots fill up very fast!! Would you or your child like to explore the wonderful world of Spanish? I am a credentialed teacher currently working as an editor and tutor and now offering beginning and intermediate Spanish lessons. You will learn how to read, write, speak and understand Spanish - in your own home or at a cafe or library. I learned my Spanish in Mexico and Guatemala and have also spent time in Honduras and Ecuador. I am a teacher trained to work with people of many different learning styles, so give it a try! I'm happy to email you my resume and a description of my services if you'd like. I will say up front that I charge more than some tutors but I am a trained, credentialed teacher and can be more helpful in less time than many. The best compliment I have ever gotten from a parent was that the change in her son was ''miraculous.'' That's why I do it! Bronwyn Harris bronwyn_harris[at]yahoo.com 510-589-3786 ----------------------------------------------- Apr 16 2012 Quickly raise your Spanish grade with Barbara Durando Traylor! Learning should be fun! I relish working with students and helping them improve their understanding, skills and grades. I am patient and tailor my lessons to each student's needs. Education: B.A Spanish Literature U.C. Berkeley. California Secondary Credential for Spanish. California Adult Credential for Spanish. My experience includes: 20 years tutoring college, high school and middle school students, from A.P. students to those with learning challenges. 8 years teaching adults Spanish at Berkeley Adult School. 17 years teaching in bi-lingual classrooms. References available. Barbara Durando Traylor bdtraylor[at]gmail.com 510 548 6039 ----------------------------------------------- Apr 11 2012 PROFESSIONAL SPANISH TUTOR WITH 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE Is your teen struggling in Spanish class? Preparing to take the Spanish AP Exam? I'm a professional college language instructor available to tutor teens. I have helped many high school students raise their Spanish grades by one or two whole grades over the last 10 years tutoring. I quickly identify your child's points of confusion and provide targeted lessons on just what he needs to master. I can provide lots of references so you can speak directly to the parents of my previous students. In my home in Montclair $30 /hour. Monday and Thursday afternoons now open. Christine So christineso.70[at]gmail.com 530-3728 ----------------------------------------------- Apr 04 2012 I am a private tutor with 30 years experience helping high school students and adults 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 many textbooks and curricula in the Bay Area Schools. Feel free to contact me via phone or email if you would like more information. Reasonable rates References available on request Contact: Loren Chuse (510) 926-2131 Loren Chuse loren.chuse[at]gmail.com 510 649 9022 ----------------------------------------------- Mar 29 2012 Is your teen struggling in Spanish class? Preparing to take the Spanish AP Exam? I'm a professional college language instructor available to tutor teens. I have helped many high school students raise their Spanish grades by one or two whole grades over the last 10 years tutoring. I quickly identify your child's points of confusion and provide targeted lessons on just what he needs to master. I can provide lots of references so you can speak directly to the parents of my previous students. In my home in Montclair $30 /hour. Thursday afternoons now open. Christine So christineso.70[at]gmail.com 387-9307 ----------------------------------------------- Mar 08 2012 Hi, I am a Spanish tutor offering help for all levels of Spanish. I am Bay Area local, with years of tutoring/teaching experience. I studied Spanish at UC Berkeley and have lived abroad extensively over the last 5 years (Spain, Argentina and Chile). I am fluent in written and verbal Spanish and also have a first-hand understanding of the difficulties an English speaker encounters when learning Spanish and tricks to make it stick. I also have several years of local experience working as a nanny and am really great with kids. My rate is $25 an hour for one person, lower rates available for multiple people. Thanks a lot! Rachel Rachel rachelgarber[at]gmail.com -----------------------------------------------
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