Top Tutors serving Santa Monica
Mark: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
I am a recent Yale graduate with a B.S in chemical engineering. I have over 5 years of experience tutoring a wide range of subjects, and I am very passionate about math and science. My favorite part of tutoring is instilling confidence into students and making them feel that they can understand and enjoy a subject.... Everyone learns differently, but everyone can learn anything.
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Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineer
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Rebecca: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...and inept. This experience is the foundation of my tutoring philosophy. I believe education increases one's own sense of ability and self-worth. Because of this, I aim to inspire interest and excitement in my students, not simply teach them effect ways to memorize a textbook. In this way, I agree with William B. Yeats in that "education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." I empower my students to...
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Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163
Chandler: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...at Occidental College, where I am majoring in Chemistry. I have a passion for teaching and engaging students with their education. There is little that is more rewarding than aiding a struggling student successfully. In high school, I was a member of the National Honors Society and relished the opportunities that organization provided me to tutor others. I love learning, and I love sharing that with others. What better way to engage others learning than...
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Occidental College - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Sean: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...computer science major currently pursuing my Bachelor's degree. I have tutored ACT prep and SAT prep previously on many occasions, and I am willing to work with and help you reach your full potential on these tests. I really enjoy teaching test preparation, as there are so many aspects to taking these exams ranging from test taking strategies, the material itself, as well as preparation right before the tests themselves. I believe that every student...
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Brown University - Current Undergrad, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Travis: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...students the answers to their problems, but providing them with the resources and strategies to 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...
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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
Saagar: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...been a university tutor, a graduate teaching assistant, and a high school teacher. I believe tutoring is about passion and communication. If the student doesn't care about the subject, it will be very difficult for them to learn it. I strongly believe I will be able to not just teach my students anything they'd wish to learn, but also help them enjoy it and foster a desire to learn more than just what was required....
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Wright State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Chemistry
Wright State University-Main Campus - Masters, Chemistry
ACT Reading: 31
ACT Science: 31
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
Varun: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...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
Cameron: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...how to be a 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...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Biological Sciences
University of Southern California - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
Alan: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...not work in getting the material to stick with the student. The point of learning is to allow the recollection of material over a medium to long period of time. Cramming only works for the short term, and is not favorable to learning the material well. My hobbies include reading speculative fiction, biking, and music. I have played the viola for the better part of a decade, and enjoy playing in quartets. I also very...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Biology
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 36
Nanor: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...am currently available to teach lessons online, at your local library, or home. I have helped students with critical thinking, writing papers, and improving test scores. I received my training at Mills College in 2014 where I received a M.F.A. degree in Creative Writing, Poetry. As an expert in my field, I look forward to helping new students achieve their goals. My teaching style is patient, engaging, and challenging. I am interested in helping students...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing, Poetry
Armand: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...classes that my major required. With the tutoring experience I have gained over these years, I have developed a very unique approach to simplifying scientific subjects for my students, helping to break down complex topics and make them more approachable, ultimately allowing for my students' better understanding of the basic concepts, and for better performance on exams. I have experience in tutoring all math, science, and pre-med subjects (including MCAT test prep), and have worked...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology
Yon: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...response is offered, I can dig deeper by asking additional questions. Upon finding underlying areas that are not understood, I deliver focused learning experiences designed to quickly, easily, and enjoyably bring about conceptual understanding. I can off these kinds of mini-lessons immediately and without additional preparation because I myself have conceptual mastery of nearly the entire math and physics curricula from elementary through the first 4 years of college. When I am not tutoring: I...
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelor of Science, Math & Physics
Southern Methodist University - Master of Science, Physics
GRE Quantitative: 167
Marty: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...Language Arts who are in Kindergarten through the 12th grade, and in math, through the 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...
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San Jose State University - Bachelor in Arts, Art
Nathan: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...and am an avid fan of the Los Angeles Lakers. I spent a year as a sports writing intern for www.Lakersnation.com and so I really got to put my interest to work. This experience also helped me in my writing skills and my ability to engage readers. My passion is health care and it is my dream to help others. I look forward to teaching and the challenge of overcoming any academic obstacles.
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Biology, General
Alain: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
I am a recent graduate of UCLA. I majored in Business Economics and Minored in Mathematics. I began tutoring because I love to teach. My philosophy is that if you can't explain a complex idea to someone who is unfamiliar with it then you do not fully understand it. I plan to attend a graduate program in Mathematical Game Theory by the fall of next year. After the program I want to become a professor.
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Business Economics
Samantha: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...academic challenges is the most impactful and rewarding undertaking and is something I hope to continue for the rest of my life. Through patience and understanding, I seek to support my students in whatever ways best accommodate their learning needs. I enjoy being creative in my approaches to teaching, using games, songs and interaction between the students (when in a group) to make learning engaging and relatable. I am personable and open with my students...
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Smith College - Current Undergrad, American Studies
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Sara: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...educational pursuits, whether that be improving grades or getting accepted by the college of their dreams. I have over seven years experience tutoring and teaching, and I pride myself in helping students become proficient and comfortable in English and history-related subjects and testing. I believe my professionalism and friendly approach greatly benefit my students' learning, and my years of living abroad in both Europe and Africa make me very comfortable interacting with people of all...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, European Studies
Krista: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...an important part of my life and I love learning new things and helping others learn. I am passionate about the subjects that I tutor and I enjoy passing my enthusiasm for learning on to my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, hiking, camping, being outdoors, traveling, and doing yoga. My future goals include completing my graduate degree by August 2016 and becoming a GIS Analyst working in the environmental field.... I believe that...
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University of Southern California - Bachelors, Earth Sciences
University of Southern California - Current Grad Student, Geographical Information Science and Technology
ACT English: 31
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380
Femke: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...anyone can come to appreciate these arts, and get better at them, too. The strategies come first, then understanding, then improvement and appreciation. One such strategy is called scaffolding: we'll work through the text together, and I'll explain what I'm seeing as we go along. Then we do it again, with a different text, and you explain what you're starting to notice. We can apply this approach to stories, poetry, Shakespeare, reading comprehension exams, or...
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University of Alberta - Bachelors, English
Delphine: Santa Monica tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
I am a native French speaker, have been a tutor with kids after school to assist them with their homework, created some activities in French for schools (singing French songs, cooking lessons). I used to work also with French adults when I lived in France and in London to guide them in finding a job and an apartment too. Friendly, I love working with people and help them to achieve their goals.
Education & Certification
French High school - Bachelor of Science, General
French Lycee - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
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