Rebecca S.
Private tutor in The Woodlands, TX
Education
Master of Arts in Linguistic Studies from Syracuse University in New York, with dual concentrations in Language Acquisition and Language Teaching. 4.0 GPA Graduate Certificate in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from Syracuse University in New York Bachelor of Arts in Middle Eastern Studies / Arabic from Brigham Young University Undergraduate Certificate in TESOL from Brigham Young University
Experience
I have been teaching English as a second language since 2012, when I earned an undergraduate TESOL certificate and completed an internship at an intensive language institute. After completing that program, I moved to Syracuse, New York, to earn my Master's degree in Linguistic Studies and a graduate-level certification in TESOL. While I was in graduate school, I taught university courses in English as a second language and also gained experience by volunteering in community adult education programs. I relocated to Texas after graduating, and I currently teach ESL at Lone Star College. I also have years of experience in English-language assessment as an exam rater for the TOEFL, TOEIC, and SAT tests. My education and experience have provided me with a deep knowledge of the English language and of effective teaching methods. While I particularly enjoy helping students grasp the complexities of English grammar, I am also experienced in reading, writing, speaking, and listening instruction. As your tutor, I will assess your language abilities and develop appropriate needs-based objectives to help you reach your goals as quickly as possible. I work with students of all levels, from beginner to advanced, and I am able to offer personalized tutoring in conversational, academic, and business English. Although I specialize in adult ESL, I do have experience tutoring younger learners, and I welcome students of all ages. I love teaching, and I love the English language. I have had the privilege of working with students from all over the world, and watching them make gains in their language abilities is such a joy. There is no greater reward than having students tell me how amazed they are by their progress in my courses, and I am humbled to have been a part of their journeys.
Availability
Weekdays after 12 Noon, Friday at any time, Saturday at any time
Can Meet
Up to 20 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
I love spending time outdoors, whether that is hiking in the mountains of my native Colorado or riding my bike through the forests of my adopted home of Southeast Texas. I am a lifelong bookworm and would likely live in a library if that were an option. I love sharing my passion for reading with my nearly 2-year-old daughter. Her delight in the simple stories that we share teaches me so much about the small joys that make life meaningful. I have a deep interest in current events and politics, and I find that topics from the daily news provide excellent material for English lessons. I enjoy presenting various topics in an objective manner in order to provide interesting and relevant content for class discussions. I also enjoy travel and have been privileged to visit areas of interest throughout the United States, Canada, and the Middle East. I hope to be able to travel to many other areas in the future, and in the meantime, I enjoy being able to "travel" the world by interacting with my students and learning about their cultures.
Show More
Inquire About This Tutor
Thanks!
Most tutors respond within 48 hours.
Feel free to contact other tutors while you wait.