Top ASPIRE Tutors serving San Francisco-Bay Area
Jennifer: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...composition classes, as well as university-level senior thesis and literature seminars. I also work with everyone from ESL students to students with multiple languages to elementary-aged students just learning to read and write for the first time. And although it may sound silly, I get really excited about reading, writing, researching, and editing, and even more so, I look forward to working with students! I'm available to help, instruct, and work collaboratively with anyone looking...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College - Master of Arts, English Literature
Cody: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...in math, physics, chemistry, biology, and the humanities while also completing my high school education. After graduating I began my undergraduate education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts, recently ranked by US News as the number one university in the country. At MIT I am pursuing a degree in mathematics. During this time I have acquired great experience in tutoring and teaching. I have a total of 8 years of experience...
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Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Michael: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...background, but I am especially good at helping students understand coursework in Politics/Government, World History, or International Affairs. I take a patient and nonjudgmental approach; no one is good at everything, but everyone can improve with practice and guidance. There are usually several ways to teach the same material, and I have a knack for finding the one that works. I enjoy using examples and analogies that help the student "get" and remember complicated concepts....
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The College of William & Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy, History
SAT Verbal: 770
Brandon: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...truth has four corners: as a teacher I give you one corner, and it is for you to find the other three.-Confucius As a tutor it is my goal to not only teach my students the material they need to learn, but to better their core understanding of a subject and their methods of learning for the future. This way, they can continue to learn at an advanced level long after they no longer require...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
David: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic voice. Essays succeed when students strip away the extraneous material and present themselves and their ideas honestly, and I think with a little coaching any student can be a successful writer.
Education & Certification
Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Math: 700
Adam: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...I have taught high school mathematics in both the public and private school environments, as well as continuing to tutor in my spare time. In the past, I have worked with students in a variety of subjects, most focusing on mathematics (pre-Algebra through Calculus and Statistics) and standardized test preparation. In my role as a tutor, my goal is two-fold: to review and reinforce previously taught material, and to prepare my students for future topics.
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Webster University - Master of Arts, Mathematics
Michael: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...Atlantic Acting School and the Experimental Theatre Wing, sang in a choir called Drama Cantorum, and co-founded a nationally-ranked improv team called Captain Soldier. I also spent an unforgettable semester abroad at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Nowadays, I work with a theatre company called Grey Room NYC and a non-profit organization called Leave Out Violence. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing and watching basketball (Go Bulls!), enjoying funny...
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New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Corey: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...in the STEM fields, but I am also gifted in some of the fine arts. I am currently working toward obtaining my BS/MS in Nuclear and Radiological Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. As a tutor, I will give my all to help each and every student not only do well in their current class or on the standardized exam they preparing for, but to give them the skills necessary to perform at high...
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 35
Anmol: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...or do something that I have not yet achieved. I believe it is this drive that allows me to pursue my passions, both academically and socially, and to be successful in both. I find that my greatest happiness comes in the form of little victories such as a good grade on an exam, or making a friend laugh! Its because of this that I really slow down and try to appreciate every passing moment because...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Cellular Biology and Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Ashley-Rose: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...finding a way to determine skeletal age at death from the microstructure of the human rib. I plan to attend medical school in the future in the hopes of becoming a forensic pathologist. I have worked both formally and informally as a teacher and tutor since 2010. While at Berry College I served as the Teaching Assistant for both General and Organic Chemistry for two and a half years. In this position, I taught students...
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Berry College - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Med Anthropology, Minors in Biology and Chemistry
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 33
Carol: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...two years, I knew I needed a change and decided to apply for my graduate degree at San Diego State University. Since my time in San Diego, I have had the opportunity to travel around to many different San Diego City Schools as a visiting teacher. I have extensive experience teaching/tutoring English in all ages as well as test prep and college essays. I am extremely passionate about education. I am a firm believer that...
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Northern Kentucky University - Bachelor in Arts, English Education
Elizabeth: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...variety of curricula: Everyday and Singapore Math, Reading and Writing Workshop among others. I love helping with test prep; SAT, ISEE, SSAT. My students have increased confidence and scores, and have gained admission to top independent schools and colleges after our time spent in test prep. I love helping students find meaning in their learning. So, you won't be bored. We will develop a plan each session and work hard to complete it -- with...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Unknown, Music/English
Long Island University - Unknown, Library Science
Morgan: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...college. Most of my students show dramatic improvements in their grades and test scores after receiving my help. I like to tailor my teaching style to the individual student because I know that everyone has a different learning personality. I get to know my students and discover the reasons they struggle. Although many of my clients do not share my passion for science and biology, I make the lessons as interesting as possible. I try...
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University of Illinois @ Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35
Stacey: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...important to build up the self esteem of clients while helping them to achieve their goal. If they do not believe in themselves or what they are doing the entire process will be in vain During this time I have also had the pleasure of supporting leadership teams bridge the gap in their school community through engaging coaching and consulting practices the promote out of the box thinking. In my spare time I love spending...
Education & Certification
Audrey Cohen College - Bachelors, Business Administration and Management
Mercy College - Masters, Education
Gwen: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...History (with honors), and I am currently working on a Masters in Business Administration, which should be completed by Summer 2018. I have taught four history courses at the college level, and I currently work as a Head Teacher at a learning center. I have over 6 years tutoring experience, and have been with Varsity Tutors since the fall of 2015! Through this company, I've worked with clients of all ages and I have enjoyed...
Education & Certification
Austin Peay State University - Bachelors, History and Political Science
University of Connecticut - Current Grad Student, History of Science and Medicine
Adrianna: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...for me, as soon as I began to write about things I was passionate about on an individual level, I was able to unlock a lot of creativity. If students write about what they know, rather than what they think someone would like to hear, they often become much more authentic writers. I love to watch football with my roommate and friends (Go Texans!) and have started getting into basketball since I moved to Chicago....
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Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Policy Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
Arianna: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...I am a Dartmouth graduate. I am currently working on my med and business endeavors. I have not only an interest, but a motivation to help others. I have helped students get into Ivy League schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects from French to Essay Writing and Algebra to Chemistry! I want my students and tutees to see the value in themselves and...
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Dartmouth College - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Jim: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...analyst and banker; a teacher, mentor, tutor and friend. Thats my approach as a tutor: listen carefully and understand my student; respect their learning style and ignite (or maintain) their passion for learning (and meet their immediate goals). Leaven it all with some fun. Throughout my career, I have had the benefit of great mentor/tutors and have always tried to do the same for others. Formally, I have taught students at the high school and...
Education & Certification
Princeton/Empire State College - Bachelor in Arts, History & Social Theory
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - PHD, American History
Brittany: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...I take on.. You will find me to be a very creative and enthusiastic person with the patience and care to build an innovative workplace. I am eager to grow in my profession and would welcome the chance to discuss the contributions that I could make to your organization, as well as my abilities and experience in greater detail. I look forward to hearing from you, as well as the opportunity to help students improve...
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University of Central Arkansas - Bachelors, Philosophy
Brock University - Masters, Philosophy/ Comparative Literature
Meagan: San Francisco-Bay Area ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...decided to continue my love of teaching into higher level courses. I currently tutor in the above topics, with a specific passion for Biology, Chemistry, and test preparation. As a tutor, I strive to challenge students beyond fundamentals, while focusing on and accommodating individual needs and individual learning styles. As an sewing and crafting enthusiast, I understand that with practice, tenacity, and perseverance comes success, a lesson I apply to my life and to my...
Education & Certification
Chamberlain University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 35
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