Top AP English Literature and Composition Tutors serving Silicon Valley
Jennifer: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...with their own abilities is the best thing a tutor can ask for. For mathematics, I've taken up to Calculus BC in high school, and Multivariable Calculus at UCR. I understand the concepts, but I can also explain them using applicable examples. Really, math is like a language; you need to know the basics before you get speaking fluently. Math can be difficult, but it can be even more fun once you get it. To...
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University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 780
Jennifer: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...in English and American Literature and minored in Creative Writing. Currently, I work as a Teaching Assistant and graduate instructor for college-level rhetoric and 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,...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College - Master of Arts, English Literature
Haley: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
Certified CPC with an A.A.S. Degree in Business Management with Medical Office Assistant Option. Great tutors helped me to succeed so I'm happy to pay it forward and help others succeed too.
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Murray State College - Associate in Science, Medical Office Assistance
Caitlin: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...long-term written projects such as term papers and theses. I enjoy tutoring any subject that involves writing, and I have found great satisfaction in helping students organize their thoughts and learn to express themselves clearly and confidently. Many people are nervous and uncertain when tackling a written project, and it is always gratifying when they overcome this block and discover how surprisingly eloquent and articulate they can become. When I am not writing or reading,...
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Middlebury College - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
Rebecca: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...University of California, Irvine, helping international students improve their English skills. As I progressed through undergrad and graduate school, I expanded my tutoring repertoire to include French and Japanese, two languages I have studied extensively, while obtaining my teaching credential in Music. After graduate school, I headed to Japan to live and teach ESL for two years, before heading back to Silicon Valley to purse a career as a music teacher. I'm super excited to...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Arts and Humanities
Milan: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...Symbolic Systems and Theater double-major at Stanford University in Northern California, Milan is very excited to be a part of the Varsity Tutors team. His main academic interests are English, philosophy, math, and computer science, but Milan enjoys many other subjects (psychology, physics, and economics to name a few). He is fluent in Spanish and an active member of the Latino community. In his free time, he enjoys reading, writing, and taking the occasional photograph.
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Stanford University - Bachelors, Computer Science, English (double major)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750
Kayla: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...as a college writing tutor. I am pursuing a degree in Elementary Education at Evangel University. English is my favorite subject because it is how we communicate and it integrates beautifully with all other content areas. You can find my subject areas in my profile! My teaching philosophy is to focus on the student and work with their interests, learning abilities, and individual strengths. My goal is to make learning fun and attainable because everyone...
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Evangel University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Reid : Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...a recent graduate of Southern Oregon University in Ashland, Oregon. I graduated with a Degree in Political Science and a minor in Philosophy. I was also a tutor at my school's Writing Center. My main areas of strength in terms of tutoring are English, American Literature, World and American History, and American and Comparative Government. I became interested in tutoring through my work at the university, meeting many students from diverse backgrounds. My school had...
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Southern Oregon University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Shannon: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...learn the mathematical process, but also the ability to think analytically. I would say that my tutoring philosophy is based on encouragement and always validating the opinions of the student before steering the student in the right direction. The student must be willing to learn and absorb information, as well as willing to work with me on a schedule that will match our goals and get the desired result. I am very enthusiastic about learning...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelors, Biological Sciences & English (Double Major)
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 162
Andrew: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
Hi! My name is Andrew; I'm currently studying Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. In my free time, I'm an avid debater, frisbee player, and nap-taker. Recently, I've been researching metabolic engineering in yeast- ask me about it if you want to be bored. I love to learn, and can't wait to help everyone here learn with me!
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Emerson: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...with the latest formats, question varieties, and scoring guidelines of these standardized tests, along with the SAT. My teaching philosophy is to go beyond "teaching to the test". Although test-taking skills are crucial for any assessment, I believe the most valuable thing a tutor can do is to enhance and help develop conceptual understanding in our clients. I believe that once a student understands something at the conceptual level, he or she will be much...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Tessa: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...is nothing like the satisfying moment of writing "Q.E.D." on a difficult proof. I'm a scholar of the Western canon, greatly influenced by great thinkers and writers of the past such as Plato, Virgil, Aquinas, and Anselm. I love to read and to discuss what I've read, and I heartily appreciate a good philosophical argument. Extracurricularly, I write musicals, one of which premiered at Yale last year, and attend Yale Political Union meetings to debate...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics and History
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Deb: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...University of America, an MFA in Shakespeare and Performance from Mary Baldwin College, and a BA in Liberal Arts from St. John's College of Annapolis. I have 3 years of experience tutoring writing and 2 years of experience teaching English and writing in the college classroom. My favorite subject to tutor is Writing, but I also enjoy doing test prep -- tests can be a fun challenge for the student, and I love helping students...
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St. John's College - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts
Catholic University of America - Master of Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800
Alicia: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...to cover letters, as well as all subjects in the Humanities. I also enjoy tutoring standardized tests like the SAT and GRE because I can teach my students tips and tricks that can give them some peace of mind in high-pressure situations. My primary teaching philosophy is to look at each student as an individual. Rather than seeing students as a collective whole that can best be served by implementing uniform methods of teaching, I...
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Lawrence University - Bachelor in Arts, English, music
University of Iowa - Master of Arts, Literary Studies
SAT Verbal: 750
GRE Verbal: 165
Rebecca: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...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 seek answers on their own and develop their critical thinking skills. As a tutor, I structure my teaching around the student's individual interests and needs. For example, one...
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Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163
Eric: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Psychology, English, SAT and Study Skills/Organization - Particularly passionate about all topics related to STEM and Study Skills/Time Management - Adaptive and efficient tutor who uses examples and repetition to promote progress and learning - Past experience working with students diagnosed with ADHD and other disabilities that affect learning - Lived in Connecticut (13 years) and Shanghai (5 years) - Enthusiastic about sports/fitness - Swimming (12 years), Tennis (8 years), Badminton (5...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Parker: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...in computer science as well as a B.A. in studio art, with minors in mathematics and public health. I feel that my artistic practice has shaped my teaching, pushing me to take a creative, non-rigid approach to education -- I believe in working closely with my students to create individualized plans that cater to their specific learning needs. I specialize in tutoring middle/high school math (pre-algebra thru pre-calc) and test prep (SAT, ACT, and PSAT.)...
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University of Miami - Current Undergrad, Computer Science, Studio Art
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Jordy: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...hone in on, not only academic skills, but also time management, organization, and maintaining a sense of personal calm. In fact, I love the entire college application process because I think of it not as an opaque, mysterious world of judgment behind closed doors, but as the first opportunity in a student's life to find the perfect fit. The combination of test scores and personal statement should be seen as a contribution to a conversation...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature, Art History
Harvard University - Master of Fine Arts, Acting
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720
Amanda: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
...those lessons. The innumerable possibilities literature opens up for readers are what make me so passionate about it, both in and out of the classroom. Teaching in a flipped classroom, I have seen firsthand that when students are given choice, ownership, and the freedom to be creative in their learning, they take away much more than I could teach them in a one-way flow of information. Furthermore, I have had many students come away from...
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Macalester College - Bachelors, English
University of Colorado Boulder - Masters, English
GRE Verbal: 165
Jack: Silicon Valley AP English Literature and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Silicon Valley, CA
I'm a recent grad from Northwestern (B.A. in Theatre and Economics) who loves teaching and learning. I love helping other people achieve their goals and helping students find ways to be their best selves. Excited to meet and work with Chicagoland's students!... First sessions always start with discussion of a subject's foundations. If we nail these, the rest of the learning becomes ten times easier.... I'm big on listening. It's my job to hear what a...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics/Theatre
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
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