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Cameron: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...very patient instructor and an effective communicator. As my dad was a high school math teacher, I also learned a few things from him about how to teach difficult subjects to students. Since I am in medical school, I obviously love science involving anything that has to do with the body, so I would be very excited to assist with biology or other topics in that area. In addition to general coursework, I'm more than...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Biological Sciences
University of Southern California - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
Naama: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...really do learn something new every day. Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music and art, I've found that teaching is the one in which I have the most to offer and that gives me the most in return. I believe that confidence is the largest factor in success at anything, and preparation leads to confidence. This applies to the SAT test; it applies to performing a concert; it is universal. I want...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730
Benjamin: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...to tutor many other subjects from Math and English to SAT and GRE preparation. While I do not have much formal experience in tutoring, I was a peer tutor throughout high school. Also, as the oldest sibling, it fell to me to help my younger brother and sister through the difficult times in their studies, so I have plenty of experience helping students find the right way to learn the skills and information they need...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, History
Drexel Online University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
LSAT: 165
Jennifer: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
I am committed to providing my students with the best learning experience achievable. I strive to cater to their needs and challenge them to achieve their academic goals. ... I believe that every student can reach their personal potential. In order to do so, both student and educator must communicate with each other to use the student's strengths to overcome any challenges the student may face.... I always like to learn about the student's goals, interests,...
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy
University of Southern California - Masters, Teaching
Maria: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...about the biological sciences and art. I love to draw and always try to find fun ways to integrate visual learning into my tutoring sessions. I also have experience with the ACT and GRE standardized tests and would love to assist any student who is trying to prepare for success on either. Standardized tests are a drag but studying for them doesn't have to be! I love ice cream and comics and am excited to...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Travis: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...arrive at the correct answer themselves. Not only does this empower students, but it also gives them a framework to understand and tackle more complex problems outside of tutoring. Additionally, I see no value in simply telling a student that they are wrong, or that they are incorrect. By working with each student through the thought processes and steps that led them to an incorrect answer, they attain a better understanding of why an answer...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Varun: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...their educational goals. Whatever the task, no matter how long it takes, I will make sure you get the most out of your sessions and will tailor my personal approach to whatever you need. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college students for five years. As an Ivy League graduate, I know what it takes to succeed in a highly competitive academic environment and can help you succeed as well!
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Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Government/Film and Media Studies
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
Patrick: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...subjects, but my favorites are always History, Social Science, English, and Literature. I love these subjects because I often feel they are our greatest keys to understanding why the world behaves as it does. I have taught numerous forms of standardized tests for admittance to high schools and colleges. It is not uncommon for my students to see significant increases in math, reading, and writing sections of these tests. I always find that the best...
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Emerson College - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre Studies
Wyatt: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...beauty, and its ability to teach us to reason logically. Therefore, mathematics has significance in everyone's life at some level. I try to incorporate this philosophy whenever I have an opportunity to share mathematics, whether I'm doing a classroom presentation or tutoring a student. I find that integrating some calculation shortcuts and mental mathematics promotes intrigue, interest, and confidence. My passion for mathematics has led me to create Mathematics Magic - a non-profit organization dedicated...
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SDSU - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SDSU - Master of Science, Computer Science
Marty: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...4th grade. I enjoy working with all age groups. I love to get to know each student and their particular needs. Tutoring takes patience and perseverance. These are two important character traits I used while managing my one woman property management business for fourteen years. The self discipline I have learned over my lifetime is another gift I love to share with my students. Among others, I have used the philosophy of John Wooden when...
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San Jose State University - Bachelor in Arts, Art
Luke: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...an artist, having received my Master of Fine Arts degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where I also taught Sculpture. I've taught a broad range of topics, from Art History to to Web Design. In addition to Art, I love History, Philosophy, and geeking out on Math & Technology. More than anything, I love to learn, and I hope to collaborate on a learning experience that is as much fun as...
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Northwestern College - Bachelors, Art
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Masters, Sculpture
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33
Bess: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...and psychology. I enjoy tutoring math and statistics because I like trying to find new ways to help people understand sometimes complicated concepts. I find that things are easiest to learn if they can be applied to everyday kind of experiences, so I like to try and find ways to tie concepts into daily life. While I spend a lot of my time wrapped up in school, particularly in research and statistics, I also work...
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Southern Adventist University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Ema: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...love literature and writing, I am most passionate about tutoring math. I have five years of experience as a math tutor, during which time I helped students ages 3-17 with math ranging from basic arithmetic to pre-calculus. My favorite math topic is algebra, particularly because of its usefulness in solving real-world word problems. In addition to mathematics, I find joy in teaching/elucidating Shakespeare to high-school students. As a classically trained actor, I find it fun...
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Harvard University - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Edward : Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...is different from one another and has its own unique challenges so that I can continue to learn and be a good tutor. Aside from my on-campus tutoring, I also tutored high school students in chemistry and physics. There are differences between high school and college students, but one thing I do find in common is that when we solve a problem together, we both get this feeling of accomplishment. Aside from tutoring, I enjoy...
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California State University-Fullerton - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Ni: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...as simultaneous translator in my part time for several Chinese-American educational program. Right now, I'm working as a professional commercial editor in a TV company. But I have endless passion in language and teaching. I would like to find some opportunities to sharing my knowledge towards mandarin and Asian & US film industry. I'm a passionate and caring person. I would like to teach students and the same time learn from them. We could share...
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Nanchang University - Bachelors, Broadcasting and Media
Loyola Marymount University - Masters, Film Production
Martin: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a degree in Applied Mathematics, emphasizing in Actuarial Science, and a minor in Music. I have been tutoring for a few years now. I've tutored students of all ages and levels. I like to keep things simple; my approach is to break down difficult problems into smaller, easier, more manageable problems. I teach my students to do the same. I enjoy helping anybody who wants to learn.
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
Graham: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...English, political science, and law. I've also helped people study for the LSAT and bar exams. A great tutors listens and offers advice that helps someone and inspires confidence and enjoyment in learning. I'm easily approachable and available on and offline. I have worked with people from different parts of the country and world and am familiar with different strategies to help you get the best results out of your studies. Nice to meet you...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
University of San Diego - PHD, Law
Wen: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...I am a native speaker, also I have four years experience of learning Japanese and one year of speaking basic Korean. I also had tutoring experience in my undergraduate as a hired language tutor. My goal is to create a comfortable studying zone for my students. Depending on every individual need, my teaching technique will also be different. For students who only want to pass the language exam, I will try to meet with them...
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University of Iowa - Bachelor in Arts, communication studies
University of Southern California - Master of Science, Communication Management
Anna: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
I majored in Middle Eastern Studies and minored in math during undergrad at Cornell. Since graduating I've worked in a number of fields and countries, although the common theme is teaching English and researching in the Middle East. As an English Teaching Assistant at Weill Medical School in Qatar, I became competent at editing and guiding students in writing. I'm now a first year fellow studying Policy Analysis at the Pardee RAND Graduate School.
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Near Eastern Studies
Pardee RAND Graduate School - PHD, Policy Analysis
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 790
Matthew: Pacific Palisades tutor
Certified Tutor in Pacific Palisades, CA
...time because I loved learning about the sciences. I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects, including Chemistry, Biology, and Math. I have worked with students of all ages. My belief is that if the student understands the material presented, it is much easier to learn and incorporate. In my free time, I enjoy playing sports; mainly basketball. A healthy body leads to a healthy mind and a healthy mind can do powerful things.
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University of California-San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/ Pre Dental
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Pacific Palisades, along with its famous neighbors, Malibu and Santa Monica, is part of the city of Los Angeles and lies along the coast of the Pacific Ocean. It's primarily residential with a population of some 27,000. One of its main features is its climate: cooler than inland Los Angeles during the hot summer months, sunnier and clearer skies than other coastal neighborhoods. Hollywood studios, only a few miles away, have used many sites in Pacific Palisades, particularly its high schools, as settings for TV and movie productions.
One of those high schools, Palisades Charter High School, ranks #92 in California rankings, #541 nationally and offers students Advanced Placement coursework and exams. For students who want to work on the advanced courses, expert online tutoring from Pacific Palisades, CA, tutors could help you work towards success in your test prep and coursework.
The number of students taking the SAT exam in preparation for college is well above the state average as is their average SAT score. Tutors in Pacific Palisades, CA., who offer tutoring sessions either in-person or online, can provide you the test prep assistance to potentially improve on test day.
The area has a number of prestigious universities which students may consider: UCLA, USC, Loyola Marymount, and right next door in Malibu is Pepperdine. Acceptance at these schools requires a great deal of preparation; You might improve your chances of getting into the best schools if you take advantage of Pacific Palisades tutors for either online or in-home private tutoring and test prep instruction.
Between beaches, parks, and being located near a major entertainment capital in Hollywood, there is plenty to keep you busy and entertained in and near Pacific Palisades. For outdoors activity, Will Rogers State Beach has volleyball courts, playgrounds, a bike path and a walkway. For quiet and reflection, next door in Malibu is the world famous Getty Museum.
Neither is there a shortage of spectator sports in the Los Angeles area. there are eight major league professional teams and several collegiate teams. Among the professional teams are the Los Angeles Dodgers in baseball, the Los Angeles Lakers in basketball, and the Los Angeles Rams in football. UCLA and USC field football, basketball, and baseball teams and a number of other sports teams.
With all the distractions of living in a major metropolitan area, personal tutoring can be invaluable. If you are looking for private online or in-home tutoring to potentially improve in class or pass that big exam, professional tutors in Pacific Palisades are skilled in instruction and test prep for all levels.
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