My husband and I are enrolled in weekly classes here and we LOVE our experience! We both met with…read moreLalo to begin with for placement, and he was so kind, personable, and reassuring. Through my conversation with Lalo, a lot of my anxiety immediately melted away. Once we were placed, we signed up for weekly classes based on our skill level and have had nothing but a positive experience. Our teacher is Andrea - she is charismatic, professional, and skillfully integrates on-the-fly lessons to our broader goals (i.e., when we are confused by a concept Andrea organically integrates it into our lesson and explains it in such a clear way). Everything we do is in Spanish - 45 minutes of conversation, then 45 minutes of lessons/activities/homework review. The Culture and Language Center has really helped cure so much of my speaking anxiety and given me a lot of confidence - now I feel safe to speak, play, and even make mistakes. :) I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this program to anyone. If you are on the fence, you won't regret this experience!

I've tried other conversation based learning in San Diego and Culture and Language center is light…read moreyears ahead. My teacher Izak is exceptional and Lalo, the owner , is incredibly professional, responsive and he cares greatly about his business/students. There are always extracurricular events such as trips of nights out and it great to build a community and friendships. The model is to have only 4 students per teacher and this makes a huge difference, furthermore, there is a curriculum on which the class is based on. So we spend a portion of the class chatting, a portion learning and the third part is to practice what we just learned. I always feel like my spanish improves after every class and I cannot say the same for the other conversational based learning.

I didn't have much interest in chemistry prior to meeting with Alex, but her deep understanding and…read moreclear explanation has helped me to make sense of the work in such a way I was successful in my class. Thanks! :)

From the owner: Hofler Tutoring is a private, in-home tutoring service specializing in high school and college math…read moreand chemistry. With over five years of teaching and tutoring experience, Hofler Tutoring has the tools to make learning fun and easy.

We sought out Learning Convergence with Therese when my son was struggling with reading in 1st…read moregrade, and I'm so grateful we did. She came highly recommended by a family member, and although we were on a waitlist for a while, it was absolutely worth it. Over the course of about 9 months, Therese worked with my son and made an incredible difference. She was patient, knowledgeable, and truly understood how to support him in a way that built both his skills and his confidence. By the end of our time with her, he had not only improved tremendously but was reading at his grade level. I can't thank Therese enough for the impact she's had on my son's learning journey. Highly recommend Learning Convergence to any family needing reading support!

** FROM STRUGGLE TO HONOR ROLL THANKS TO THERESE **…read more We turned to Therese FitzRandolph after our son finished sixth grade. At the time, it was clear he was struggling with reading comprehension and test-taking. Therese met with us in person and completed a detailed assessment. For the first time, we had a clear picture of what he needed and how he learned. They met twice a week for 50-minute sessions throughout the next school year. Therese used storytelling, repetition, and verbal cues within a structured approach that gave him tools to follow a narrative, retain detail, and speak with clarity. Their final project was the recitation of a five-paragraph story. She read it aloud once. He took notes, reconstructed it in writing, and repeated the full story back to her word for word. This was not a monologue he had practiced for weeks. It was a cold read, a memory exercise, and a comprehension challenge all at once. He accomplished it through steady work and patient, consistent guidance. As the year unfolded, his confidence grew. His reading improved, and his understanding deepened across subjects. His test scores now place him above grade level. Our son earns honor roll grades, thinks through material carefully, asks questions, and speaks with insight. While many students focus on test prep and recall, he learned to engage in real analysis and deeper comprehension of the material. Therese helped our son step into his own mind. Her approach met him where he was and made space for his strengths to emerge. He enters high school with a stronger foundation, a clearer voice, and the belief that he can succeed. We are deeply grateful.

I have been using Ms. Susan tutoring services since 2019. First with my 8th grader who has special…read moreneeds and for the past year my oldest high schooler. Meeting her has been one of the greatest gifts, especially during the pandemic, she allowed my daughter to maintain and improve her reading level. She provides weekly assignments and progress reports. My daughters enjoy working with Ms. Susan, she is fabulous, patience with my children and reliable. I would highly recommend her services.

From the owner: With more than 15 years' experience tutoring English and English as a Second Language, I specialize…read morein evaluating my students' strengths and needs. I do my homework in preparing individual lesson plans that will help each student progress seamlessly in conjunction with his or her school curriculum. I have a Master's Degree in Special Education, Area of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing and am capable of basic ASL. I am professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and motivated. Your satisfaction and learning are my priorities. Please feel free to contact my former students to hear how Susan Tutors' can help you read, write, and speak better in English. I also can help with organization of your response to assignments and test preparation.

Nanea has been helping my son for several years…read more We cannot say enough good things about Nanea. Working with her has been an absolute game changer for my son. Not only have his grades improved, but more importantly, his confidence has grown so much. She is patient, knowledgeable, and explains things in a way that truly clicks. She takes the time to make sure he understands the material instead of just rushing through it, and she genuinely cares about his success. My son actually looks forward to his sessions, which says everything. If you're looking for someone who is reliable, encouraging, and incredibly effective, I highly recommend Nanea. We are so grateful to have found her!

Nanea is very charismatic making math more enjoyable. She makes math simple and uses practical…read moreexamples in her teaching.

Brandon is an amazing tutor! My 15 year old daughter has been receiving tutoring from him since…read moremiddle school. She has gone from Cs and Ds in math to taking AP math classes, getting all As and Bs, and actually loving mathematics now. Brandon is very patient and he is very familiar with the SD school system math classes and he does an excellent job of aligning with class curriculum. We highly recommend 1502 Tutoring for any kids needing help with understanding math.

Brandon is the best tutor ever. I had him tutoring my cousin, and we noticed her grades go from Ds…read moreto As in less than a months. He is so easy to communicate with, so professional and polite. My cousin immediately felt comfortable working with him. He is extremely knowledgeable and easily adapts to any new curriculum thrown at him. I highly recommend.

I went to aVowel Education because my little sister was struggling with dyslexia and needed a…read morereading tutor. I was blown away by the results. Dr. Cheryl Young is so nice, and my sister felt comfortable with her immediately. After a few sessions, I could see my sister's confidence levels rising and her reading skills improving dramatically. When I review her homework I notice that her spelling, handwriting, vocabulary and reading comprehension skills are also improving. I am so glad that I came across aVowel Education, and would definitely recommend this business for anyone struggling with reading, writing, dyslexia or another learning disorder.

From the owner: aVowel Education offers effective, systematic one-on-one reading, writing, spelling, and study…read moreskills instruction to children with dyslexia and other learning difficulties. We use prevention and intervention multisensory programs and methods that are supported by rigorous research and have a history of success. Based upon assessment data, we maximize each child's academic potential. We also offer consulting services and professional development to school and district personnel. We partner with you.

Greg is a great guitar player and patient instructor. He is detailed in his approach and develops a…read morecustomized lesson each week. More over, his lessons are fun and always leave me feeling like I have really accomplished something. A working musician who is always sharing tips about what to do and expect when gigging. He is encouraging and insightful, I would highly recommend Greg for guitar players of any skill level.

I just started taking lessons from Greg and he is a patient, kind and fantastic guitar instructor…read more Looking forward to advancing from beginner to proficient guitar player.

Since starting with Katina, my daughter's technique has improved drastically. She has learned…read moreproper breathing techniques, improved her resonance, and developed balance/strength in her voice. Katina teaches incredibly well because she is highly knowledgeable, has extensive training, and is kind. Her teaching style is direct, gentle, and always encouraging. The lessons are interesting because she knows a great deal of history behind classical songs and music theory. She's also able to answer questions constructively due to her background as a professional classical singer. My daughter feels inspired by Katina not only because she is a skilled singer but also because she has her thinking about learning opportunities in the singing community. Katina isn't just a teacher; she's a mentor, who cares about her students and thinks of their potential and future.

I've been taking voice lessons with Katina for over a year now. Working with her has been a…read moreprivilege. She's so kind and intuitive, will meet you exactly where you are vocally, and guide you in a way that makes sense to you. I've seen a lot of improvement in my singing, and despite having other vocal teachers in the past, I don't think this would have been possible without Katina. Absolutely worth the investment. Thank you Katina

Reality Changers is an amazing organization that helps lower income/at risk youth become first…read moregeneration college students. Students attend weekly meetings that include Hot Words (usually SAT prep), a family style dinner, a take home lesson, and tutoring by college students or other volunteers. RC also sends eligible students to UCSD over the summer to take courses for college credit, to a week-long summer camp to bond with other students, and helps seniors complete their college & scholarship applications... did I mention this is all for free? The students who I've met here are some of the most intelligent, friendly, and resilient high schoolers I know, and everyone on staff is wonderful. If you live in San Diego and you have a couple of free hours every week, definitely DEFINITELY check out this organization! Because education is a right, not a privilege - and you can help make one student's dream a reality!

Reality Changers is a non-profit that helps 8th-12th grade students from all over San Diego be the…read morefirst in their families to go to college. Over the years, Reality Changers has proven that it is much more than a non-profit program. I have volunteered as a tutor and mentor since Spring of 2008 (back when I was still a student at UCSD) and it has been extremely rewarding seeing the students grow and mature into responsible citizens and adults. The weekly program consists of S.A.T. test preparation, an insightful lesson, a delicious homemade dinner (which is five stars for sure! not every volunteer gig you do feeds you!), and then 1.5 hours of study time. During this time, you are paired up with a small group of students which makes it easier to connect with the students. Reality Changers has even had inspiring guest speakers such as politicians, leaders in the San Diego community, and university officials. With the help of the supportive and encouraging staff and volunteers, these inner-city youth from San Diego become the first in their families to attend a four-year university.. and not only do they defy all statistics against them to get ACCEPTED, these students earn scholarships to go to schools such as Duke, Harvard, Dartmouth, USC, UCLA, and more. This truly shows how Reality Changers is more than just a program that helps high school students. It gives teens who never might have had the chance an opportunity of a lifetime and I am happy and blessed to be a part of it. It is amazing what a few hours a week can do to transform a student's life. This organization is unlike place I've ever volunteered at because they really make everyone who is a part of the program - whether you're a tutor, a parent, a volunteer, or a student feel like part of the RC Family. Also, tutors come from very diverse backgrounds - there are many college students (from UCSD, SDSU, PLNU, etc), professionals from the community, retired adults, and more who are all invested in helping inner city students from San Diego be the first in their families to go to college.