Qualified Tutor in Nanaimo
Personalized Learning from a Certified Teacher
As a certified teacher and tutor in Nanaimo, I offer personalized private and semi-private tutoring sessions designed to help your child excel in writing, reading comprehension, study skills, and research techniques. Through customized learning plans and grade-level assessments, I target your child’s specific needs to build their confidence and academic success. My programs also include tailored reading programs to strengthen foundational skills and foster a love for learning.
Whether your child needs extra support in writing or guidance in improving study habits, I provide the tools and strategies to help them thrive. If you are looking for a tutor in Nanaimo then give me a call and together we’ll ensure your child is on the path to reaching their full potential.
Taught by a Canadian certified teacher specializing in writing and reading for grades 3-7.
Group and One-on-One Tutoring Solutions
One-on-One Private Lessons
For a more personalized approach, private one-on-one tutoring is available for students in grades 3-7. These sessions allow for targeted instruction, focusing on specific skills based on your child’s needs. Lessons are held at the teacher’s home in Central Nanaimo.
Hourly Rate: $70.00
Semi-Private Tutoring
Semi-private tutoring is also available for small groups of students who are at a similar levels. These sessions provide a collaborative and engaging way for students to grow and learn together. Lessons take place at the teacher’s home in central Nanaimo.
Hourly Rate: Please contact for more details
Targeted Skills for Personalized Learning
Writing Skills
Tutoring sessions focus on key writing skills such as sentence structure, paragraph development, story writing, descriptive writing, and essay composition, to boost students’ writing abilities.
Vocabulary Enrichment
Students will expand their vocabulary through a structured vocabulary program and learn how to use a thesaurus to apply new words effectively in their writing.
Reading Comprehension - Non-Fiction
Lessons focus on teaching reading comprehension strategies to help students better understand non-fiction material, enabling them to effectively analyze and retain information from science and social studies texts. These skills enhance their ability to grasp key concepts, identify main ideas, and make connections across subjects.
Studying & Test Taking Strategies
Students will be taught essential study skills and test-taking strategies to improve organization, time management, and confidence in preparing for exams. These strategies help them approach tests more effectively and reduce anxiety.
Reading Comprehension - Fiction
Lessons focus on strengthening reading comprehension by helping students better understand fictional stories, including analyzing plot, characters, and predicting future events for deeper engagement with the text.
Editing & Proofreading
Editing and proofreading skills are taught with a focus on identifying and correcting errors in grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and clarity. Lessons also include techniques to enhance the overall flow and coherence of writing.
For the Love of Reading
A customized program helps students develop a love for reading by introducing them to engaging, level-appropriate novels, while also improving their reading fluency and fostering healthy reading habits for long-term success.
Research Skills
Lessons focus on teaching research skills such as finding reliable sources, note-taking, organizing information, and citing references to help students structure and present their work effectively.
Story Writing Courses
A structured approach to teaching kids the fundamentals of story writing, focusing on plot structure, character development, and setting description.
Essential Writing Courses
A step-by-step guide to teaching essential writing skills, focusing on crafting clear paragraphs, developing strong topic sentences statements, and organizing ideas.
Tutoring Services
Jennifer Anderson is a BC Certified Elementary School Teacher who has over 25 years of experience with the provincial curriculum.
Get in Touch
Learn more about our upcoming writing courses
Reach out today to reserve your child’s spot in one of the upcoming courses starting in January 2025.
The course schedule will be updated soon, but feel free to contact me now, and I’ll keep you informed with the latest updates.