Certified Tutors From University of California-Riverside

...instruction leader and involved in math reader programs, which developed my teaching skills in different levels of mathematics. Even after I graduated, I still continued to do small group teaching in a private education institute and some one-on-one tutoring. When I see my students are struggling with math, I am always patient and use different...

...been wonderfully varied, ranging from absolute newcomers to the language to students preparing for undergraduate and graduate university programs. In addition to working as a language tutor for over a decade, I have taught English Composition courses to first-year university students and to international students from all over the world. When I'm not tutoring, teaching,...

...long papers, theses, resumes, and personal statements) were following the given prompts. I tutor any category related to the field of EnglishReading, Writing (both academic and creative), Literature, and Language Arts. My favorite subject to tutor is writing because my belief, from personal experience, is that fostering a strong and confident authorial voice is of...

...subject of math. I would work with the school and tutor lower-classmen in various subjects of mathematics. Subjects include Algebra, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus AB. My abilities were not limited to only high school students; I would tutor students at my old elementary school and grade school (K-8) as well, in the subjects of Pre-algebra...

...medical technology. Such questioning led me to Boston. I am currently pursuing my master's in Regulatory Affairs at Northeastern University in hopes of developing breakthrough medical technology with quality, safety, and effectiveness. My tutoring experiences range from formal/professional sessions with clients to informal meetings with classmates. I worked as a pre-calculus tutor for one year....

...enjoyable and that learning came naturally. In my opinion, this is the best way to truly learn something. Outside of the classroom, I have a large set of hobbies and interests. I enjoy basketball, tennis, road biking, mountain biking, skiing, running, chess, working on my car, watching football, and going to the gym.

...pursue a degree in biology. Biology, along with subjects such as math and physics are the areas of study which I am fluent in. I have often led study groups during my time as a student and these experiences showed me that I can be very helpful in explaining difficult problems which the group faces....

...four years at my placement school. During that time I made tremendous gains with my students, focusing on AP exams, the ACT exam, and college entry programs. I had the highest pass rate in both the AP Calculus and AP Statistics exams in the school's history along with an average of a 4 point increase...

...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...

...reminding them of more basic concepts that are relevant to what they are learning by providing mnemonic devices to help them memorize formulas, by illustrating every concept with one or more examples, and by pointing out connections between different topics so they can come to grasp the deeper structure of mathematics. Finally, I try to...

...be made interesting by relating it to their interests outside of academia. For example, the relationship between popular culture today and 19th century literature might not be immediately apparent, but so many things--from serialized television to pop music to superheroes and superhero movies--continue to feel the influences of earlier periods and forms (like the novel,...

...I was quite young so I know a variety of effective methods. I know firsthand the stress and frustration with having difficulty with particular subjects so I am very patient and try as much as possible to explain things in a way that is easy to understand and relatable. I love to travel and have...

...getting an education can be and how students can feel overwhelmed with accomplishing their dreams. That is why I would do my best as a Varsity Tutor to influence and help students grow in their journey as productive members of our society. The journey starts from a young age and developing good habits and a...

...so the dialect that I am familiar with is Mexican Spanish, but I also studied abroad in Spain for a year while working on my bachelor's degree and am therefore also familiar with the proper Castillian Spanish from Spain. I got my bachelor's degree in Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics from the University of California,...

...not only to reiterate the material you have learned in class but also to make sure you can apply this material in different ways relating to your course. By first targeting weaknesses, you'll be able to come out of sessions feeling like a pro, and ready to ace your exams! I use various teaching methods,...

...order to support teacher collaboration. Mater Dei High School is an Apple Distinguished school, which required me to be very comfortable with using, teaching, and troubleshooting technology on regular basis. Prior to teaching full time at Mater Dei High School, I worked as in informal educator at a field trip destination at the Ocean Institute...

...convey a thorough understanding of the mathematical principles underlying a concept or technique. I teach students how to approach problems with logic and critical thinking, keeping in mind that there is nearly always more than one way to solve a problem. As such, students can start connecting with and truly understanding mathematics, and have to...

...assistant for many undergraduate classes in psychology. When teaching and tutoring students, I focus on conversation, allowing the students the opportunity to truly understand the material and internalize it through a back and forth. While I expect my students to be prepared, I do not expect them to learn on their own. The purpose of...

...they need to succeed. I routinely challenge my students and push them just outside of their comfort zone for this is where they will experience the most growth. I ask my students to problem solve, to consider, to participate and to THINK. For students who need extra support in mastering a new skill, I provide...

...on the weekdays by cooking, gardening or gaming. On the weekends, you can find me surfing or snowboarding. My love for tutoring began when I was a junior in high school, and I have been actively involved in peer tutoring ever since. From algebra to biology and speech, I tutored my peers to success. In...