
Geraldo: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...with the students so much that, after graduating, I decided to adjunct lecture at a community college. There, I welcomed the exciting challenge of engaging adult learners in an introductory biology course with labs. Recently, I have garnered some extensive private experience tutoring middle to high-school age students in Algebra, Geometry, ELA, Chemistry and Biology,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Christopher: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...tutor during my first year in college and have continued to tutor because I realized that I loved tutoring and I like to help people achieve their goals. Over the years while working in various capacities such as a network engineer, a process engineer and an environmental engineer I always tried to devote time to helping...
Education & Certification
Building Engineer, Chemical Engineering

Sobur: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...then I transferred to City College where I intend to obtain a bachelors degree in bio-medical engineering. My future aspiration after my BSC is to go to graduate school for my masters and PHD at Princeton University. I also intend to join the United States Army where I plan to practice my bio-medical profession by...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Md: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...a student, I understand the struggle of students and make them feel like I am one of their own. Through real life examples, illustrations, and humor, I make my teaching more intuitive and entertaining for my students. During my college tutoring I had experiences where students said they will take specific courses only if I...
Education & Certification
Building Engineer, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Math: 770

Saibu: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...Due to my vast experience, I’ve developed sophisticated communication techniques and understanding of students’ psychology that helps me pinpoint and help overcome the academic weaknesses with swift precision. I think it’s more important to lead students to the answer rather than simply delivering it. This instills the logic behind the answer and the process, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Electrical Engineering

Jason: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...session. I've spent time explaining material from Calc I, Calc II, Calc III (which also ties into AP Calculus AB and BC), Physics I, Physics II, Differential Equations, and Linear Algebra among other variations of math. Out of these I would say I enjoy teaching Physics because it fills a void of conceptual understanding that...
Education & Certification
Building Engineer, Electrical Engineering

Maria: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...many different subjects. Though I am passionate about science, I tutor Math, English and Writing. I have found my niche to be helping students be confident and prepared for standardized tests such as the SAT, ISEE, etc. I believe that it is not always about easily knowing the right answer, but learning the steps to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Pre-med

Kalif: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...students. I am currently a senior pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering at the City College of New York. Here, I have strengthened my skills in Mathematics, as I have taken courses ranging from Calculus 1 to Numerical Methods. Although these courses are highly advanced math courses, they all rely on concepts from preliminary...
Education & Certification
Building Engineer, Civil Engineering

Benjamin: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...4 out of 5 on the AP Macroeconomics exam in 2010 my senior year of High School. I also have considerable experience working in machine shops and creating and interpreting technical drawings. I was on my High School robotics team. During college, I was an editor for a student research journal. I am fluent in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Physics

Natalie: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...structure into an effective teaching practice. I work to inspire children and adolescents to explore what they are taught and to find meaning through the literature they read. I try to mold my teaching styles and strategies around the students I interact with to make them feel comfortable in our shared learning environment so that...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English Literature and General Rhetoric, Minor in Dance
Masters, English Education 7-12

Stephany: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...most important thing. It is more important to learn how to solve a problem. When I encounter a problem that seems impossible, instead of simply giving up, I go back to my basics. Instead of focusing on what I do not know, I look at what information is given to me. I also look at...
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Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering

Christian: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...where everything comes from. I am just happy to be able to help other students better understand math and hopefully help them see that it is not just random numbers. As an aspiring engineer, I see applications of mathematics on the daily and I would love to share the knowledge that I have received with...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biomedical Engineer

Christian: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...duty has been to ensure the success of all students under my charge. I've been very adamant about advocating for better placement, accommodation, and services for all students, as SPED pedagogy is not only beneficial to SPED students, but general students as a whole. I have been mindful of the 60/40 Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) compliance...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Spanish Literature
Current Grad Student, Students With Disabilities, Generalist

Sindy: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...certified to teach ENL and 7-12 Math. I love working with students of all ages, and from a multitude of backgrounds. A few years ago, I lived in Istanbul, Turkey for a year and taught math & English to 1st and 2nd grade students. In my spare time I also tutored younger students and adults....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Current Grad Student, TESOL Education

Maria: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...and not give up when mistakes are made. Most of the students that come to my class have multiple disabilities and they do not speak or understand the English language. At times this affects their behavior because they refuse to learn the language either because they are embarrassed for making mistakes or they do not...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Accounting / Economics
Masters, Bilingual Special Education

Laurie : Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...learn differently and how important it is to meet each student where they are at. Most importantly, learning should be fun and I love to use music and art as tools to make any lesson more engaging. I am patient and understanding and will always make sure to listen to every question asked. My goal...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Social Work
Masters, Special Education

Shannon: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...My 15 years of teaching experience with a diverse population of all ages and levels in English and Spanish enables me to make success attainable for each student. My tutoring sessions are tailored to fit each individual's needs and goals. I enjoy planning and implementing content-based, result-oriented, engaging instruction by blending creative arts and disciplines...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Professional Writing
Masters, TESOL

Isabel: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...pursuing a medical career today thanks to a few very special mentors in my academic life. My goal as a tutor is to instill in my students an excitement for learning that encourages them to reach higher goals on their own. I believe math is the gateway subject that allows students to build confidence and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Liberal Arts
Current Grad Student, Doctor of Medicine

Charlene: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...time in helping my students to become confident and bold. I will do whatever it takes to make sure that my student is confident in the subject area. It is my duty to make sure that my students own their materials. As a tutor, I dedicate my time to molding my students intellectually and personally....
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Biomedical Science
ACT English: 31
SAT Writing: 700

Ian: Fountain Valley tutor
Certified Tutor
...as a job coach, helping adults 18 and over with disabilities find work, and then I would help train them in the positions they received. In addition to studying education in college, I studied literature, as I have always been fascinated with how and why people act the way they have throughout history. Over the...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English Education / English Literature / Secondary English Education (7-12th grade)
Masters in Education, Special Education
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