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Jesse H.

5.0 (15 ratings)

42 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $115
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Caring expert in reading, writing, math, Spanish instruction
Caring expert in reading, writing, math, Spanish instruction
Jesse H.

5.0 (15 ratings)

42 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (15 ratings)

42 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Jesse

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Greetings fellow learners!

Initial consultations via the Wyzant platform or phone call are ALWAYS complimentary. Let's chat today to see how I can help you or your child succeed in academics and language learning.

First and foremost, I am a father, husband, and family man based in the Washington, DC area with our loving Newfoundland dog.

10+ years as a licensed teacher (in the USA and 3 foreign countries) coupled with a masters degree, reading specialist designation, and a lifelong...

Greetings fellow learners!

Initial consultations via the Wyzant platform or phone call are ALWAYS complimentary. Let's chat today to see how I can help you or your child succeed in academics and language learning.

First and foremost, I am a father, husband, and family man based in the Washington, DC area with our loving Newfoundland dog.

10+ years as a licensed teacher (in the USA and 3 foreign countries) coupled with a masters degree, reading specialist designation, and a lifelong love of learning will assist your child to reach their full potential in reading, writing and math via a 100% student centered approach.

My rate not only includes the hour of instruction, but also all prep time prior to the lesson, a debrief via email with parents, and any contact with your child's teacher to assist in reaching our mutual academic objectives.

All ages Spanish instruction is also my forte, taught through a relaxed approach that will guarantee you speaking Spanish in the first session!

What do yo have to lose? Absolutely nothing, consultations are always complimentary.
Get in touch today!

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Education

San Diego State University
Psychology
George Mason University
MEd

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $115
  • Rate details: Group rates - add $15 per extra student per hour.
  • Lesson cancellation: 12 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 7/28/2020

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Business

Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I have taught an oral communications class for 10 years, including ways to improve your public speaking and interpersonal skills. These included: icebreakers, mindful engagement of your audience, effective thesis statements, managing stage fright, defining and demonstrating effective visual and vocal delivery skills, creative presentation aids, academic and non academic speech, cultural awareness, relating to the audience and grabbing the audience's attention, effective nonverbal communication, and persuasive speaking techniques.

Corporate Training

Public Speaking,

Public Speaking

I have taught an oral communications class for 10 years, including ways to improve your public speaking and interpersonal skills. These included: icebreakers, mindful engagement of your audience, effective thesis statements, managing stage fright, defining and demonstrating effective visual and vocal delivery skills, creative presentation aids, academic and non academic speech, cultural awareness, relating to the audience and grabbing the audience's attention, effective nonverbal communication, and persuasive speaking techniques.
Spanish,

Spanish

Spanish is my second language, and my journey to Spanish fluency began at age 7, when my mother had the foresight to enroll me in a before school Spanish class, which was pretty revolutionary in the 1980s in suburban Washington, DC. Through middle school, high school, and on to my undergrad at San Diego State I continued to study Spanish and then began my journey to travel. A semester abroad in Spain during university was then followed by a 7 year teaching career in international schools in: Mexico, Colombia, and Chile. Come learn Spanish with a nonlocal, I know how to get you there.
ESL/ESOL, Grammar, Proofreading

Elementary Education

Common Core,

Common Core

I have taught common core curriculum since 2013 in grades: 2, 3, and 5. This includes common core language arts, math, science, and social studies. When in doubt of the material, it is the professor's obligation to check the common core standards in the appropriate grade level and subject.
Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
Elementary Math,

Elementary Math

10+ years teaching homeroom in elementary schools. M.Ed in international elementary education from George Mason University. Licensed in K-6 education from the state of Virginia.
Homeschool,

Homeschool

Having taught 3 different grade levels as a homeroom teacher (2, 3, 5), as well as taught K-6 Spanish, I am exceptionally qualified to help any elementary student with their homeschooling needs. My approach is 100% student centered, and every session begins with goal setting. Please reach out to me with any questions you may have.
Reading,

Reading

10+ year career as a teacher in the elementary classroom, specializing in high quality reading instruction focusing on comprehension, accuracy, and fluency.
Spelling,

Spelling

As an educator in elementary schools for over a decade, I use the Words Their Way method of teaching spelling through patterns and games. This method of learning is keyed to the five stages of spelling and orthographic development. We begin with an assessment of 25 words to identify where the young learner lies on the continuum, then each week a different word list is given to reinforce and improve spelling.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

10+ years in the classroom, teacher's certification, master's degree in education, reading specialist certification, and an intense desire to help K-12 students to improve their study skills, organizational ability, and a proven track record towards incredible improvement taking exams. This is what I offer you.
Elementary Science, Grammar, Phonics, Vocabulary

English

English,

English

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have experience in homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
Public Speaking,

Public Speaking

I have taught an oral communications class for 10 years, including ways to improve your public speaking and interpersonal skills. These included: icebreakers, mindful engagement of your audience, effective thesis statements, managing stage fright, defining and demonstrating effective visual and vocal delivery skills, creative presentation aids, academic and non academic speech, cultural awareness, relating to the audience and grabbing the audience's attention, effective nonverbal communication, and persuasive speaking techniques.
Reading,

Reading

10+ year career as a teacher in the elementary classroom, specializing in high quality reading instruction focusing on comprehension, accuracy, and fluency.
Spelling,

Spelling

As an educator in elementary schools for over a decade, I use the Words Their Way method of teaching spelling through patterns and games. This method of learning is keyed to the five stages of spelling and orthographic development. We begin with an assessment of 25 words to identify where the young learner lies on the continuum, then each week a different word list is given to reinforce and improve spelling.
Writing,

Writing

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
ESL/ESOL, Grammar, Literature, Proofreading, Vocabulary

History

Geography, Government & Politics, Social Studies, World History

Homeschool

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
English,

English

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have experience in homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
Reading,

Reading

10+ year career as a teacher in the elementary classroom, specializing in high quality reading instruction focusing on comprehension, accuracy, and fluency.
Spanish,

Spanish

Spanish is my second language, and my journey to Spanish fluency began at age 7, when my mother had the foresight to enroll me in a before school Spanish class, which was pretty revolutionary in the 1980s in suburban Washington, DC. Through middle school, high school, and on to my undergrad at San Diego State I continued to study Spanish and then began my journey to travel. A semester abroad in Spain during university was then followed by a 7 year teaching career in international schools in: Mexico, Colombia, and Chile. Come learn Spanish with a nonlocal, I know how to get you there.
Spelling,

Spelling

As an educator in elementary schools for over a decade, I use the Words Their Way method of teaching spelling through patterns and games. This method of learning is keyed to the five stages of spelling and orthographic development. We begin with an assessment of 25 words to identify where the young learner lies on the continuum, then each week a different word list is given to reinforce and improve spelling.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

10+ years in the classroom, teacher's certification, master's degree in education, reading specialist certification, and an intense desire to help K-12 students to improve their study skills, organizational ability, and a proven track record towards incredible improvement taking exams. This is what I offer you.
Writing,

Writing

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
ESL/ESOL

Language

Spanish,

Spanish

Spanish is my second language, and my journey to Spanish fluency began at age 7, when my mother had the foresight to enroll me in a before school Spanish class, which was pretty revolutionary in the 1980s in suburban Washington, DC. Through middle school, high school, and on to my undergrad at San Diego State I continued to study Spanish and then began my journey to travel. A semester abroad in Spain during university was then followed by a 7 year teaching career in international schools in: Mexico, Colombia, and Chile. Come learn Spanish with a nonlocal, I know how to get you there.
ESL/ESOL

Most Popular

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
English,

English

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have experience in homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
Reading,

Reading

10+ year career as a teacher in the elementary classroom, specializing in high quality reading instruction focusing on comprehension, accuracy, and fluency.
Spanish,

Spanish

Spanish is my second language, and my journey to Spanish fluency began at age 7, when my mother had the foresight to enroll me in a before school Spanish class, which was pretty revolutionary in the 1980s in suburban Washington, DC. Through middle school, high school, and on to my undergrad at San Diego State I continued to study Spanish and then began my journey to travel. A semester abroad in Spain during university was then followed by a 7 year teaching career in international schools in: Mexico, Colombia, and Chile. Come learn Spanish with a nonlocal, I know how to get you there.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

10+ years in the classroom, teacher's certification, master's degree in education, reading specialist certification, and an intense desire to help K-12 students to improve their study skills, organizational ability, and a proven track record towards incredible improvement taking exams. This is what I offer you.
Writing,

Writing

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
ESL/ESOL

Other

Study Skills,

Study Skills

10+ years in the classroom, teacher's certification, master's degree in education, reading specialist certification, and an intense desire to help K-12 students to improve their study skills, organizational ability, and a proven track record towards incredible improvement taking exams. This is what I offer you.
ESL/ESOL, Geography, Government & Politics

Special Needs

ADHD,

ADHD

I worked in the ADHD and Anxiety clinic in Washington, DC for 3 years. Specialist in ADHD diagnosis at The Columbus School. Numerous meetings and discussions held between myself and the parents of ADHD children, along with administrators and school psychologists. I have researched the effects of ADHD in M.Ed. program at GMU and wrote a paper on the topic.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

10+ years in the classroom, teacher's certification, master's degree in education, reading specialist certification, and an intense desire to help K-12 students to improve their study skills, organizational ability, and a proven track record towards incredible improvement taking exams. This is what I offer you.
Phonics

Sports/Recreation

Cooking

Cooking

10 years cooking in elite restaurants in the USA and overseas. An absolute love for cooking with a collection of over 100+ cookbooks I have devoured. I have traveled to over 40 countries to sample international cuisine and conduct personal research on the cooking methods passed down from generation to generation. Author of 'The One Pan Van'.

Summer

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
Reading,

Reading

10+ year career as a teacher in the elementary classroom, specializing in high quality reading instruction focusing on comprehension, accuracy, and fluency.
Spanish,

Spanish

Spanish is my second language, and my journey to Spanish fluency began at age 7, when my mother had the foresight to enroll me in a before school Spanish class, which was pretty revolutionary in the 1980s in suburban Washington, DC. Through middle school, high school, and on to my undergrad at San Diego State I continued to study Spanish and then began my journey to travel. A semester abroad in Spain during university was then followed by a 7 year teaching career in international schools in: Mexico, Colombia, and Chile. Come learn Spanish with a nonlocal, I know how to get you there.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

10+ years in the classroom, teacher's certification, master's degree in education, reading specialist certification, and an intense desire to help K-12 students to improve their study skills, organizational ability, and a proven track record towards incredible improvement taking exams. This is what I offer you.
Writing,

Writing

My sessions are 100% student centered and focused, beginning with goal setting each session and constantly reflecting with student to improve results. My M.Ed coursework through George Mason University has resulted in the content knowledge and pedagogy necessary to successfully teach and tutor K-6th grades. I have a current Virginia State teaching license for Pre-K through 6th grade. I have homeroom grades: 2, 3, & 5, as well as K-6 Spanish.
ESL/ESOL

Test Preparation

Common Core,

Common Core

I have taught common core curriculum since 2013 in grades: 2, 3, and 5. This includes common core language arts, math, science, and social studies. When in doubt of the material, it is the professor's obligation to check the common core standards in the appropriate grade level and subject.
Praxis

Praxis

Test results available on demand. Out of a possible 190 points: Reading 182 (96th percentile) Writing 181 (95th percentile) Math 185 (97th percentile) With these test results I became a licensed teacher in the state of Virginia. Active license expires June 2029.

Examples of Expertise

Jesse has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 2 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Ratings and Reviews

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Great tutor!

Jesse is a great communicator, always organized, clear and making every effort to reach out to make sure there are no coordination problems. The lessons themselves are great, he is a former teacher with kids and has a quick and easy rapport with the kids despite doing an online lesson. Kids are looking forward to more lessons!

Eric, 1 lesson with Jesse

Great Tutor

Jesse has been great at providing knowledge on the praxis test that I need help on. He is patient and always makes sure that I am understanding the material he is teaching.

Luciano, 1 lesson with Jesse

Knowledgeable and kind Tutor

Jesse started off our sessions with getting to know exactly what I wanted, so that he could get an idea of what I was looking for. Jesse was extremely patient and kind and I would definitely recommend him as a writing tutor!!

Miracle, 1 lesson with Jesse

Great Cooking Instructor

Jesse knows a lot about food and it has been a great experience learning from him. As a cooking instructor, Jesse's introduced me to ingredients I have never used (or heard of) before, he's taught me new skillsets to impart new and exciting flavors onto dishes, and, overall, he's helped me to expand my repertoire when it comes to food. Regardless of whether you already have a foundation and you're looking to hone your skills in the kitchen or whether you don't know how to do anything besides pour cereal over milk and want to change that, I'd recommend Jesse! He's flexible and can help with learning a variety of different skills and recipes.

Wayne, 1 lesson with Jesse

HOW I FINALLY Learned Spanish!

Nothing else worked until I found Jesse at Quality Tutors! As an English teacher in a bilingual school, I have been trying to learn Spanish for the past 5 years in order to better communicate with colleagues and parents that are Native Spanish speakers and to provide bilingual materials and supports to my ELL students. I tried Duolingo, Babbel, and some in-person sessions but continued to struggle making progress in my conversational speaking abilities.  After 4 months, and over 30 lessons with Jesse, we have broken my plateaued skills and improved my Spanish communication in listening, reading, and speaking. It has been pivotal to my success that Jesse has been extremely flexible with my ever-changing schedule as a busy professional and Masters student and also provided me with a wide variety of learning activities to keep lessons fresh and differentiated to my individual needs. I look forward to continuing my studies with Jesse, several times weekly, and to the continued success that I will have with my Spanish as a result. ¡Gracias Jesse! Nos vemos en nuestra próxima clase....

Gen, 2 lessons with Jesse
Tutor responded:

Thanks so much for your kind words Gen! I enjoyed teaching you Spanish and you were such a quick study! It helps to have a teacher as a student ;) so motivated!

Knowledgeable and motivating tutor

“Jesse is fabulous. My 11yo son has made significant spelling improvement over the summer. Jesse took the time to get to know Carson and relate to him through mutual interests. He quickly determined his strengths and weaknesses and worked on his needs while building his confidence. Carson learned and applied spelling patterns in his reading and writing. He has always been reluctant to work on reading and spelling, however, Carson was always willing to work with Jesse. In fact, I’d even say he enjoyed it;). Thanks Jesse!”

Amanda, 1 lesson with Jesse
Tutor responded:

Thank you Amanda! Carson was awesome to work with, very motivated and he picked up the material so quickly. I hope the lessons transcended to success in middle school :)

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

I do not normally write reviews. However Jesse has been amazing. He has helped my daughter become more confident and proficient in reading. He is very patient and personable. My daughter really looks forward to his class. I have seen a great improvement in her confidence as well as her reading ability . He has taught her many strategies that Has contributed to her overall success.

Vanessa, 1 lesson with Jesse
Tutor responded:

Thank you Vanessa! I enjoyed working with your daughter, she brought such positive energy and humor to each class :)

Knowledgeable tutor who will fit lessons to your needs!

I know I am probably not the traditional student that Jesse will meet with, but I wanted to try a different way to immerse myself in Spanish and Jesse was more than willing to adapt to my needs on this journey. He has the knowledge of many different Spanish contexts, across Latin America and Spanish Europe. I appreciate his approachability and the ease with which our meetings have transpired. It doesn’t feel like I am talking to a tutor, it feel like I am talking to a friend. And that speaks volumes to how I learn what would otherwise be an incredibly intimidating topic for me. Thanks, Jesse!

Matt, 1 lesson with Jesse
Tutor responded:

Thank you for the kind words Matt! I have enjoyed answering the wide variety of interesting questions you bring to class and helping you on your Spanish journey. Saludos!

Excellent teacher with a lot of resources

Jesse is an excellent teacher. He was very patient with my six years old daughter in her first class. She was very distracted but he managed to get her to focus and to evaluate her level of reading. He provided us with a lot of wonderful resources to strengthen her reading and comprehension skills. He was open to hear my expectations and promised to incorporate them into the learning process. I highly recommend him for teaching young kids and adults as well.

Shoaa, 1 lesson with Jesse
Tutor responded:

Thank you for your kind words Shoaa! Meera is a joy to work with, she has such an amazing attitude and energy during class. I look forward to continuing working with your family.

Excellent teacher with a lot of resources

Jesse is an excellent teacher. He was very patient with my six years old daughter in her first class. She was very distracted but he managed to get her to focus and to evaluate her level of reading. He provided us with a lot of wonderful resources to strengthen her reading and comprehension skills. He was open to hear my expectations and promised to incorporate them into the learning process. I highly recommend him for teaching young kids and adults as well.

Shoaa, 1 lesson with Jesse
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