
Micah: San Leandro tutor
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...practice reframing the perspective in which material is considered, learned, and taught, in order to cater to each individuals’ needs. I am a strong believer that absolutely anyone can learn to work fluidly with the concepts presented in math classes, and that material is best engaged with in modalities suited to an individual’s learning style....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Electronic Design
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 740

Abina: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...by writing tutorials to explain software for Moonshadow Mobile. Both of these experiences have given me insight into how to break down difficult concepts into smaller parts. My goal as a tutor is to help my students understand the basic building blocks and to create an environment where they can put the blocks together themselves...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Neuroscience

Emil: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...sciences. I took advanced math classes for fun. I specialize in tutoring math- from elementary to algebra, and in reading and writing. Outside of tutoring, I read a lot, write fiction, and spend time outdoors. I work hard to meet the needs of anyone I work with. My goal is to get you to the...
Education & Certification
Associates, Social Sciences

Rachel: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...and have spent some time being a full time mom. I am available to tutor a variety of subjects, and most enjoy teaching biology, ecology, and the scientific method. I think the best way to learn is to find a way to make the material relatable and part of the bigger picture. I certainly don't...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, General Studies
Masters, Education

Noelle: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...both privately and with a center, helping students with general academics and test prep. Language skills of all kinds help us become more confident expressing ourselves, and I am proud to support students in developing those skills so they can communicate effectively. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy writing songs, going to the movies, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theatre and Dramaturgy
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 780

Chelsea: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...I've found the feelings are contagious within my students. My experience working with diverse groups of students and learners, including special education students, makes me uniquely attuned to each students individual needs. I also believe that learning at its core is a fun and exciting process. I would love to bring all of my skills...
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Bachelors, Education/Theater

Jean-Francois: San Leandro tutor
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I'm an avid reader and lover of History first among other things. Science trivia and biology fascinate me as well. I love learning and deepening my understandings by explaining or discussing them with others. In my free time I bike, read, write fiction, and watch cheesy sci-fi shows.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, World History + Creative Writing

Elliot: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...Case Western Reserve University, and Hampshire College. My bachelor's degree is in liberal arts, specifically, Spanish language and literature and cognitive science. I also earned a graduate certificate in undergraduate education, which allowed me to get hands on practice and critiques of my teaching, as well as background in educational theory and the developmental psychology...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 740

Chynna: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...name is Chynna I am a student at Hampshire College. Since my school does not give grades and it is a discussion and critical thinking based school, I believe finding out the form of student a child is, is essential for their learning. I base my sessions on their learning skills, difficulties in understanding and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Oliver: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...Homework Help in English and Math at an after school program for the past three years. In Spring 2013, I studied abroad in Costa Rica tutoring English for Spanish-speaking students. I am talented at helping children understand the instructions for their homework assignments and motivating them to complete all their work. I am currently pursuing...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Current Grad Student, Counseling Psychology

Eli: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...a substitute teacher certification from the State of New Jersey. I enjoy working with young people on a one-to-one personal basis, helping guide them intuitively through the process of learning and mastering new intellectual skills - especially those related to reading, writing and critical thinking. Outside of educational work, I am a contributing writer for...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies

Satya: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...was a former Research and Development Engineer/Scientist I at Honeywell-UOP, which is a leading petrochemical company that develops fluid catalytic cracking and other process technologies. I moved into strategic marketing and business development where I was a Sr. Business Consultant in Honeywell's energy consulting practice. Then I managed their Combustion Controls business in the TX,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Stephen : San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...stay on track and respond to the question posed is crucial. Formulating a coherent essay structure relieves much of the student's anxiety so that writing becomes the easy part. Often nerves and anxiety overwhelm a student at test time and the idea of taking pause to structure a response is forgotten. I am confident in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Fine Arts, Playwriting and Screenwriting

Tristan: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...teaching English as a Second Language, students in underfunded school districts basic math and reading skills, and new mothers the test taking skills required to pass the GRE. Although I love teaching ESL, I am also experienced in teaching Verbal and Quantitative subjects as well as standardized test preparation. I am deeply invested in the process...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Master of Arts, International Relations
GRE: 321
GRE Verbal: 164

Matthew: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...years. While there I taught students ages 8 to 18. Each student had varying Japanese knowledge and I was able to teach every one of them while speaking only in Japanese. So I am very comfortable with teaching Japanese in an immersion setting. My passion for Japanese is in speaking and listening and immersion teaching...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Japanese Studies

Carlos: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...style, I garnered a strong understanding of how to interest my non-mathematical peers with complex scientific subjects. Many undergraduates, fresh out of high school, have developed a strong distaste for the exact sciences, often a consequence of having never been introduced to the interesting fringes of what physics and math seek to describe. My approach...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Physics
Master of Science, Applied Mathematics

Gabrielle: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...became my number one priority. When I was a math teacher in middle school/upper elementary, I sought out opportunities to hone my ability to teach literacy when I noticed many of my students struggled to decode word problems. I was trained to administer reading and writing tests to evaluate fluency and comprehension and used that...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, African Studies
Masters in Education, Middle School Teaching

Jacqueline: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...I've self taught myself Blender around 11 years ago, and in college, I taught it to other students as a teacher's assistant for 2 of those years. I've also done 1-on-1 tutoring teaching Blender. There's something rewarding about helping others learn and troubleshoot issues, and in return, learn more about them and gain a friendship....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Animation and Special Effects

Rebekah Glenn: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...I can help you find your own voice. I graduated from Hampshire College with a BA in history which had an emphasis on medieval Persian and Arabic poetry. During my time there, I was a Teaching Assistant for Political Economy, and I worked with students one-on-one to manage their workload and improve their writing. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Near and Middle Eastern Studies

Pete: San Leandro tutor
Certified Tutor
...year of professional experience tutoring in math and have worked with students in every grade level. Making math more bearable (and maybe even fun!) is always my ultimate goal when teaching. I encourage students to doodle, take breaks, and express their feelings. Connecting with students is very important to me, and I believe every student...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
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