Richard - English tutor - Hillsborough
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Richard - English tutor - Hillsborough

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Richard

  • Price $249
  • Answer 5h
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Richard - English tutor - Hillsborough
  • 5 (3 reviews)

$249/h

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  • English
  • Reading
  • Literacy
  • Creative writing

Experienced tutor in English in Hillsborough, Richard offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

  • English
  • Reading
  • Literacy
  • Creative writing

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Richard is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.

About Richard

Hi prospective students, my name is Ricky, and I have over 12 years of experience as a professional tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because it helped me achieve academic success in my own life. I struggled with certain subjects when I was a child, but ended up being valedictorian when I graduated from Woodside High School in the Class of 2005, received top scores (5) on my AP exams, and was admitted to 10 universities across the country.

I pride myself on my easygoing and effective tutoring style: being patient, encouraging, and empowering. I work with students to internalize concepts, not just memorize them. When a student begins to cognitively understand something for herself/himself, real learning happens. I am committed to this form of student-centered, top-notch tutoring that gets the best results over time. If the student/parent prefers, I am also happy being more didactic and instructive in my style. Oftentimes, it is a balance that works (with a focus on empowerment and student-centered learning). Finally, I tailor my approach to the student's own learning style, which is critical for academic success. Whether auditory, visual, or kinesthetic, each student learns differently.

In terms of my own academic path, I was honored to receive the Harvard Book Award and to attend Stanford University's Institute on Journalism. I later graduated from Santa Clara University with academic honors and two degrees. Academics are very important to me; my passion for teaching comes from my passion for learning. I love to see the "lightbulb" go off in a student's head as she/he reaches a epiphany. I deeply enjoy helping my students develop by means of a well-rounded education.

My tutoring expertise includes reading, writing, listening, and speaking in English (ESL or advanced English) and Spanish. I am fully bilingual and fluent in Spanish and have traveled widely in Latin American so I am an academic and cultural expert in terms of tutoring Spanish. Oftentimes, it is the cultural aspects of the language that really pique a student's passion to learn Spanish a second language.

I also specialize in literature, social studies, speech and debate, elementary and middle school mathematics, humanities, political science, pre-law, psychology, environmental science, and a variety of other college-level courses.

College admissions and advising is a key aspect of my tutoring portfolio as well. It has been a privilege to help many students gain admission to their top choices for the next step in their educational journey -- albeit a private high school, an undergraduate college, or a Master's or Doctoral (PhD) program. My students have been admitted to Ivy League schools, top-tier university in the UC system (including Berkeley, Davis, and San Diego), and the top schools nationwide for their respective Master's or Doctoral programs.

I have tutored students of all ages, from preschoolers to elementary school students, all the way through PhD programs and adult learners. As an academic tutor in a local after-school program (Newton Center, Inc.), I worked with 4th and 5th graders at Baywood Elementary, a local school close to the border of San Mateo and Hillsborough. Previously, I was employed as a professional tutor by the Drahmann Learning Resources Center while I attended Santa Clara University, often tutoring students older than myself. I tutored students in a variety of subjects, including English, Spanish, writing, reading comprehension, political science, environmental studies, sociology and more. In addition, I have also tutored many adults (ESL, Spanish, and other subjects). I have recently tutored students (children and adults) from a variety of countries around the world, including Korea, France, China, Japan, Russia, Mexico, India, Bangladesh, South Africa, and more. It is a pleasure to work with students from such diverse backgrounds.

Please contact me with tutoring opportunities or with questions. I am very accessible and look forward to working with you or your child to achieve academic success.

I started tutoring when I was in middle school. I continued throughout high school and college, often teaching students my age or older than myself. I then began tutoring as a professional career and started my own business in 2009.

I have worked for professional tutoring companies, including Newton, The Learning Center, Inc. based in Foster City, CA. I have also been a classroom teacher at Art of Problem Solving (AoPS), a network of private campuses working with highly motivated and gifted learners throughout the U.S. In addition, I have been hired as an instructor for school-wide speech and debate clubs and other classes at private residences.

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  • Primary School
  • High School
  • Year 10
  • +7

    • levels :

    Primary School

    High School

    Year 10

    Year 11-12

    Year 12

    TAFE

    Adult

    Diploma/Certificate

    PhD

    Early childhood education

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

I discuss with my students their goals for tutoring. Then, I work with the prospective student to find a date and time that is convenient for the student/family for a first tutoring session.



I have worked with students from all walks of life and backgrounds, including recently arrived and long-term immigrants as well as students of all ages (including adult learners). I have worked with students learning English as a Second Language (ESL) and others who are native English speakers wishing to learn Spanish.

Tutoring achieves the best results when the student independently applies what is covered in the sessions. Doing "homework" and coming to the sessions prepared with questions and insights will propel the student's learning at an even faster pace.

One of my long-term students and college admissions advisees was recently admitted to Columbia University! It was such an exciting and proud moment for the whole family!

A few things worth thinking about before reaching out
Students should think about their intrinsic motivation. What goals underlie your pursuit of education? What inspires you to continue with your education and excel?

Furthermore, thinking through short-term and long-term goals helps to create a trajectory for the client. My lesson plans are then tailored to the short-term goals session by session, and the long-term goals are baked into the whole tutoring process. I'm laser-focused on getting the results that march your goals, so having your goals defined or at least somewhat clarified helps me design the best learning environment for you.

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  • $249

Pack prices

  • 5h: $1139
  • 10h: $2206

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The first lesson with Richard will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.

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  • $214/h

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levels

Primary School

High School

Year 10

Year 11-12

Year 12

TAFE

Adult

Diploma/Certificate

PhD

Early childhood education

All languages in which the lesson is available

English

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