I am available for tutoring children in Kindergarten through 8th Grade in multiple subjects including math, reading comprehension, phonics, spelling, writing, grammar, science, and social studies.
I have a BS degree in Liberal Studies from National University, a California Multiple Subject teaching credential, and over 20 academic years of teaching experience.
I have also taken courses at the University of California, Santa Cruz in Biology and Santa Clara University in Anthropology.
My clients include children from public and private schools in Cupertino, Saratoga, San Jose, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Campbell and Los Gatos. I also teach/tutor English as a second language to children. I tutor in the Santa Clara County vicinity and travel up to 20 miles from my South San Jose base.
I do not do editing of large documents for book publishing. I do not tutor adults. I tutor in-person only. I offer discounts to families with two or more children being tutored. Please do not contact me if you are from a tutoring center looking for tutors to tutor large groups. I am highly allergic to indoor pets with fur or feathers, so can not tutor in your residence if you have indoor pets. We could meet at a library if you have indoor pets.
Overview
Hired 24 times
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22 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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This pro accepts payments via Cash and Check.
Services offered
Work location
I travel to my customers
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, punctuality, and responsiveness.
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Fane R.
Dec 9, 2024
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Ms Frances has patience and has helped my son learn so much since we started tutoring. My son always looks forwards to her and enjoys learning with her . I would highly recommend her to any parents looking for a tutor for their kids.
Details: Elementary school • Arithmetic / general • 6 - 9 years old • My home, venue, etc.
Math Tutoring
Godha S.
May 22, 2019
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I hired Frances to tutor my 5 year old son twice a week for about 7 months - we only stopped because we had to move. She was teaching English reading and writing to my son. She did an excellent Job, and my son really enjoyed learning with her. She made learning fun for him and he looked forward to learning sessions with her. Thank you Ms Frances for all your help.
Details: Elementary school • Reading comprehension • General reading and writing • Basic • Improve grades at school • More than once a week • 45 minutes • I travel to the reading and writing tutor • The reading and writing tutor travels to me
Reading and Writing Tutoring
Herman A.
Sep 28, 2015
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Ms.Frances Ambrose is very patient and she goes into every detail that you want to know. She is also very easy to talk to. Myself and my husband were pleased to have her tutor my 5 year old daughter. I would recommend her to anybody.
Math Tutoring
Priscilla R.
Jan 15, 2017
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Hiring Ms Ambrose was a good decision for me, my high schooler has started to show definite signs of improvement. He is meeting Ms Ambrose twice a week now. Will update review upon completion
Geometry Tutoring
Dana C.
May 14, 2018
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knowledgeable in all academic subjects.
Details: 1st grade • General Reading & Writing • Arithmetic / General • N/A • Spanish • Intermediate • Improve grades at school • Once a week • 45 minutes • On an ongoing basis • Within the next 1 - 2 weeks • Late afternoon (3pm - 6pm) • Late afternoon (3pm - 6 pm) • Ready to hire the right teacher now • The tutor travels to me
Multi-Subject Tutoring
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Frances Ambrose
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I give discounts to families with two or more children being tutored.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We meet and if we are a match we try it out for four sessions. Then we decide if we will continue or not.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a multiple subject teaching credential through the state of California. I currently substitute teach for Kinder through 5th grades and tutor in the afternoons.
