Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Santa Barbara, CA

...with the confidence and the ability to tackle any academic challenge. With my background in Anthropology, a field of study that examines all facets of human culture, I am also passionate about teaching Literature and History. I truly believe that a life well lived is one guided by a passionate pursuit for knowledge. When not teaching or excavating in the freezing cold setting that is ICE-land, I enjoy running, hiking, and daydreaming about the day...

...Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, I chose to remain tutoring students because I found it extremely rewarding to help students meet their short and long term educational goals; it also allowed me to keep clear and sharp the knowledge I have acquired throughout the years. More recently I had a research assistant position that allowed me to apply all this knowledge as to gain further appreciation of how useful acquired knowledge can be. Now that...

...still an undergraduate, I tutored a wide variety of subjects from pre-school to college levels. Having studied engineering, my favorite subjects to tutor are mathematics and physics. I enjoy SAT tutoring, as well, because of the logical thinking and vocabulary skills the test requires. I believe a thorough understanding of logic, scientific reasoning, and the physical sciences along with good communication skills will guarantee students success in and out of the classroom.

...team, I worked as an AVID tutor in the Pomona Unified School District. I helped my students develop effective study skills, raise their grades, prepare for national standardized tests, and get into college. I believe that every student should have access to the cultural and academic tools needed for success. I do my best to instill curiosity in my pupils, emphasize the value of public speaking, and explain the need for extra-curricular activities and involvement...

...which I have a great amount of experience in scoring a 5 on both calculus AB and calculus BC. I tutor anyone from a pre algebra level up through calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations. I am also currently tutoring Physics as I have a great amount of experience with it in high school and in college. I tutor for the AP physics test and high school and college level physics. I look forward to...

I'm the first to graduate college in my family for two generations. I can testify that education has been economically empowering, enriching and enlightening; I embrace lifelong learning and want to help students reach their academic goals and beyond. I'm most thankful to my teachers and tutors for helping me reach goals outside my comfort level by raising my expectations.

...for an after school program where I supervised a classroom of 7th grade students and helped with homework and educational activities. I also have experience as a certified ESL teacher's assistant with Los Angeles Unified School District. Currently, I am in the military as a National Guardsman with the Air Force. I also work in Ventura County for a Big Brothers Big Sisters as a program coordinator for after school programs in the local school...

...writing skills and develop strong, academic papers. Outside of school, I love playing sports such as volleyball, track, basketball, and baseball as well as going on hiking trips and adventures. I am a huge traveler, love reading new books, and love meeting new people. Besides helping students learn, I want the student to have fun, enjoy the tutoring session, and actually find a love for the subject they are studying. I used to hate reading...

Hello! My name is Symone Evans, and I am excited about being a Varsity tutor. I am a credentialed teacher who has a passion for teaching children. I understand that not all students learn the same , so I strive to find multiple ways for individuals to interact with the material. My goal is to give every student an equal chance for academic success!

...the most valuable skill you learn in school. I love to tutor people on how to write better and read more effectively. When I am not tutoring with Varsity Tutors, I am teaching youth how to build websites for Digital NEST, a nonprofit in Watsonville. I moved to Santa Barbara recently to start a new career. I can't wait to get to know you and help you with your reading and writing skills.... My philosophy on teaching is that it is always a two-way street. The teacher has to learn as much as the student; that's how they know they are doing their job.