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Ira
- Rate $35
- Response 1h

$35/h
1st lesson free
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Test Prep
- Resume preparation
Middle and high school teacher tutors reading, writing, and test prep to students in grades 6-12 both online and in Phoenix and surrounding cities.
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Test Prep
- Resume preparation
Lesson location
- online
-
at your home or a public place : will travel up to 20 mi. from Mesa
Recommended
Ira is a respected tutor in our community. They have been highly recommended for their commitment and the quality of their lessons — an excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Ira
With 22 years in public school classrooms, I've guided hundreds of students to academic success. I hold a teaching certification in English and reading, and I've mastered the art of breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps. My students consistently show measurable growth because I combine patience, structure, and genuine investment in their progress. I understand the curriculum, the standards, and most importantly, how to make learning click for each individual student. When you choose me as your tutor, you're getting a dedicated professional committed to results.
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Expert Reading & English Tutoring
**22 Years of Public School Teaching Experience**
I bring two decades of classroom expertise directly to your student. My approach combines proven instructional strategies with personalized attention that's impossible in a crowded classroom.
My Method: I assess each student's unique needs, then build customized lessons targeting specific skill gaps. Every session includes direct instruction, guided practice, and independent application—ensuring concepts stick.
Typical Lesson: We start with a quick review, introduce one focused skill (comprehension strategies, grammar concepts, or writing techniques), practice together with immediate feedback, then assign meaningful work that builds confidence.
What Sets Me Apart: I don't just assign worksheets. I teach students "how" to think critically about texts, organize their ideas, and express themselves clearly—skills that transform struggling students into confident learners.
Perfect For: Elementary through high school students needing support in reading comprehension, writing, grammar, essay composition, or test preparation. Whether your child needs remediation or enrichment, I meet them where they are.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Ira has been an educator for over 2 decades. His passion for teaching and being in the classroom shows, always earning him admiration & respect from his students and colleagues alike. He is the consummate professional; meeting people where they are, using thoughtful methods and techniques that make the student feel seen, confident and respected. I would absolutely recommend him for tutoring.
I highly recommend Ira as an exceptional English tutor. He is extremely knowledgeable, patient, and deeply committed to helping students grow in both skill and confidence. Ira has a strong ability to tailor lessons to each student’s needs, whether the focus is grammar, writing, reading comprehension, test preparation, or conversational fluency.
What truly sets Ira apart is his engaging teaching style and genuine encouragement. He creates a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and taking intellectual risks. As a result, students consistently show measurable improvement in their writing, critical thinking, and overall command of the English language.
Ira is reliable, well-prepared, and communicates clearly with students and parents about goals and progress. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone seeking a skilled, dedicated, and effective English tutor.
Ira has been an educator for over three decades. I’ve known him to not only to be the consummate professional in school, but a man with unmatched character, empathy and integrity. His students each year always love him, as he makes learning fun and something they WANT to do. He is smart and funny, and he meets everyone where they are, making them feels seen and appreciated. Teaching is his passion, and it shows. I would highly recommend his tutoring services. ️️️️️
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Rates
Rate
- $35
Pack rates
- 5h: $175
- 10h: $350
online
- $35/h
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Ira will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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