Certified Tutors From University of California-Davis

...Finally, I am brilliant and an expert test taker. I was in the top 3% of high school scholars in California, and I have continually made the deans list while taking both science and arts and humanities classes in college. In high school, I tutored freshman in math and english as part of my Key...

...a lot deeper than general Biology, but I am currently studying for the GRE Biology subject test. My Biology understanding and ability to teach it gets better everyday. That said, I would be happy to help any student get organized and tackle a subject he or she is struggling with. I strongly believe in all...

...as the foundation of the sciences, but because the problem solving strategies and intellectual tool set required in learning math are supremely advantageous to every field of academic and professional life. It is a pleasure to help young minds acquire these skills and very fulfilling to watch a student go from 'I don't understand, and...

...for elementary schools in Maryland and Virginia. I have a 1730 USCF rating and an "Expert" performance rating in my last tournament. I can improve your chess game through a conventional approach reinforced with computer-learning tools which I used to improve my chess game dramatically from a beginner to a solid intermediate player in a...

...and Biodiversity and Psychology. I love doing research with animals, which is why I interned in several projects during my stay at UCD. Besides my love for nature, I also enjoy math. It is the main subject I tutor in, and I find it very rewarding helping students understand different mathematical concepts. I have had...

...in Anthropology, Spanish, Art, English, Mathematics, and Biology and wrote my extended essay in Anthropology). I was an exchange student in Costa Rica where I learned the Spanish language and one of my favorite hobbies, salsa dancing. I am currently working on completing my Master's degree, but have my Master's equivalent in Education coursework. I...

...help understanding concepts in English or History, crafting clear and concise essays, or building stronger study habits and skills. I believe that rather than telling students exactly what to think or what to write, a tutor's primary role should be to fill in gaps of knowledge, to provide resources, and to encourage students to think...

I graduated from University of California Davis with a BS in Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior. I am currently attending medical school in Virginia. I enjoy tutoring and have been doing it in an official capacity for approximately 2 years. ... It is important not only to teach information to student, but to teach them the tools to problem solve and learn on their own.

...is to first emphasis memorization of necessary definitions, formulas, and theorems then, focusing on how these concepts are applied with success. Over time, a student builds competence which leads to confidence in that subject. Of course, the grades and high performance desired will take care of themselves with this approach. When I am not tutoring...

...at a teacher career until I took a Teaching Assistant (TA) job for the class "Discovery and Concepts in Nutrition"NUT10 at UC Davis in 2012. The class is the national largest and most popular one on campus with thousands of students. It is not just the workload, a thousand students alone formed a formidable challenge...

...and the key is finding a match. For myself, the most important attributes in my teaching ability are passion, patience, and perception. Bringing life to the material with creativity and insight kindles and a greater interest in the learner. Having the patience to follow the plan of execution helps the student feel at ease and...

...in Mathematics and a minor in Economics in 2008 and have been teaching ever since. In the past seven years, I've come in contact with about a thousand students at various ages. I learned to design, scaffold, and explain concepts using different methods according to students' best interests. I also worked closely with learning specialists...

...minor in Psychology. My previous tutoring experience includes working as a tutor in the Psychology department at UC Davis, peer tutoring within the Exercise Biology department, and various peer-to-peer tutoring roles. At UC Davis I also worked as an Undergraduate Admissions Advisor where I gained extensive knowledge in college essay writing, and as a Campus...

...California, Davis. I'm currently an MD-PhD student. Naturally, I thoroughly enjoy tutoring; I love to be able to play a part in bettering people's understanding in subjects that I love. Working with Varsity Tutors allows me to continue my passion as a tutor, and play a part in making hard subjects easy and ideally enjoyable....

...they can write a response for any situation. Once the process is learned then writing for other classes, all the way from a short answer to a research paper, becomes so much easier! After graduation and entering the work world, knowing how to write a response is a crucial tool. More and more businesses demand...

I've been teaching biology to undergraduates since 2003, as a tenured professor at the University of Redlands and as visiting faculty at various institutions, including Boston College and Williams College. One of my greatest joys in life is seeing my students grow in their skills, their confidence, and the power to shape their futures.... I focus on helping students build a network of ideas so that they can remember and use them. I also guide them...

...the skills that I teach translate to many other areas of life as well. The only prerequisite would be for my students to be willing to allow me to help them help themselves; this requires a strong commitment for personal growth. I offer a focused environment for engagement of strategizing, idea flow, and conceptualization.... To help people help themselves, and for them to reach a point where they are the ones comfortable teaching me.

...along the way! I love to travel, hike, and explore the outdoors by many different routes! I love trail running and swimming outside. Other hobbies and interests include learning local languages, trying new cuisines, dabbling in art and listening to music. Professionally, I do community based water quality research on lakes in Guatemala and Kenya...

...of my life and learned to be an effective scholar and charismatic companion at the same time. Seriously, I was (well maybe still am) the class clown since kindergarten. I always performed well in class and in physical education. My struggle was humbling myself so I could learn in a way that would help me...

...from sixth grade math to Algebra 2 and everything in between. Geometry is my favorite to teach and I am very good with proofs! I have also taught online so I am familiar and comfortable using online platform to help students. I have two dogs who I rescued from the Humane Society and I love...