Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in San Rafael, CA

...have 5 years of experience tutoring in the sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics. My experience has come in the form of private, one-on-one tutoring with students ranging in ages from 7th grade through adult learners, college-level review courses, and even teaching SAT prep courses. My students find me very relatable, and I've heard from several students that having someone close to their own age work with them has been really beneficial to their...

As a UC Berkeley graduate with medical school aspirations, tutoring and teaching is a natural transition. I have experience with all age groups (elementary to post-college) and enjoy the process of creating true understanding along with building strong relationships with my students. If I can share even a fraction of my love of science, math and other subjects with students I know progress will be made!... Using guided questions and creating a strong knowledge foundation to help every individual learn the best way possible for them!

In my experience, everyone I have met is naturally curious and they enjoy finding things out. Unfortunately, with all the deadlines and the pressure that comes along school, many people start to see learning as a chore. As a teacher, I use my own enthusiasm to reignite and bolster my students' passion for learning. I have been tutoring for over ten years now. I have taught many different subjects to people of various ages. I...

...am passionate about math and physics and enjoy sharing my excitement about these subjects with my students. I find that many students shy away from the core concepts in physics and, preferring instead to learn only the specific problems assigned. This can result in the confusion when the student is confronted with a new problem. For this reason, I first ensure that the student grasps the basic concepts, and I then illustrate the concepts with...

...Physiology for Physical Therapy and Pharmacy students. I am originally from Uruguay, and moved to California when I was 15 years old. The challenge of trying to succeed in school while learning English and adapting to a new culture, helped me become a more empathetic and understanding tutor and mentor. I believe that hard work pays off, and anyone can succeed academically with the right amount of motivation and support. As a tutor, I consider...

I am originally from Michigan where I attended the University of Michigan and majored in Informatics, a hybrid business and computer science degree. I currently work for a software company in Silicon Valley as a sales engineer/solutions consultant. Throughout my academic career I enjoyed volunteering as a tutor because I love seeing people learn. I hope to continue tutoring as my way of giving back to my community. I look forward to helping you achieve...

Hi, my name is Ashley and I love Math! Some may call me a geek but Math has been a favorite subject of mine since 2nd grade. I have taught and tutored Mathematics for many years, and I believe I have a special gift in the area. I am very good at breaking down mathematical topics to a very basic level and then using that base to build on as I help my students learn....

...be afraid of, they excel very quickly. Seemingly daunting word problems can be broken down into manageable bits and solved very easily. I believe having this ability to dissect a problem into smaller portions is important not just for academics but for everyday tasks as well, and it is a useful skill for everyone to possess. I am an avid traveler and self-proclaimed foodie. I love exploring new places around the Bay and sampling the...

I am a recent graduate from Swarthmore College currently working as a writer in the beautiful city of San Francisco. I have years of experience tutoring biology, experience with taking standardized tests (SAT, ACT, AP, MCAT), and a passion for helping students succeed. I love discussing biology and believe that tutoring should adapt to each individual student's style and be a fun experience for both people involved. Talk to me about anything related to biology,...

I am a current Biotechnology Master's student at the University of San Francisco. Before that, I attended Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo and earned my B.S. in Biology with an emphasis in Human Anatomy & Physiology and a minor in Biotechnology. Throughout college, I helped many of my fellow students learn more and get better grades in a wide variety of classes by helping them to study more effectively and efficiently. Outside of school,...