"Hi! I’m Alex, an experienced English and academic writing tutor with a passion for helping adult learners and high school students improve their language skills and confidence. With over 15 years of experience—including roles with Kaplan and Sylvan—I specialize in ESL instruction and academic writing support.

My educational background includes a TESOL Certificate with Honors from UCLA Extension (4.0 GPA) and 24 graduate-level TESL units from Cal State Northridge. I earned my B.A. in Psychology from UC Berkeley, graduating cum laude. My studies in psychology have given me valuable insight into learning strategies, which I apply to my tutoring sessions to help students overcome challenges and develop stronger language skills.

I have worked with students of all ages, but I particularly enjoy working with adult learners and high school students. My experience includes one-on-one tutoring, classroom instruction, and test preparation coaching. I tailor my lessons to each student’s needs, focusing on clear explanations, practical application, and building confidence. For ESL students, I emphasize natural communication and real-world language use, integrating listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. For academic writing, I guide students in structuring strong essays, improving clarity and cohesion, and refining grammar and style. I also offer detailed essay feedback, where students can send me their writing for revision suggestions or schedule a session to go over improvements together.

Whether you're looking to improve your English proficiency, refine your essays, or prepare for standardized tests, I’m here to help. My goal is to make learning engaging, effective, and tailored to your success. Let’s get started!" less...