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Bachelor of Science, Interdisciplinary Studies
Masters, Curriculum and Instruction

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...subject to tutor is Physiology because that is a discipline that is currently a part of my everyday life, and I would love to impart it onto other people and find different ways to teach it that way I can explain it better to my patients. My tutoring style is similar to the doctor-patient relationship:...
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Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Doctor of Medicine, Medicine

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...a handle on algebra than by solving physics and chemistry problems. I believe that the best way to learn is to master the fundamentals. If one takes the time and effort to work through problems in the beginning, the usefulness of mathematics reveals itself, and problem solving skills develop on their own. In my tutoring...
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Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics

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Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Master of Arts, Linguistics

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...a researcher, having developed a publishing record in peer-reviewed scholarly journals. This research experience also helps me in the classroom, as I am able to explain how social science research is carried out and to what end. I have found that such explanation aids students in thinking through their own research interests and in developing...
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Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Master of Arts, Sociology

Dana: Placentia tutor
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I have been a math tutor and instructor for over 7 years, NTA and ITA certified, with a Masters in Curriculum & Instruction in Mathematics and nearly finished with a Masters in Applied Mathematics. I am currently an adjunct professor at four local colleges. As you can imagine, I really enjoy working with math, and...
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Bachelor of Science, Mathematics/Business Management
Masters in Education, Curriculum & Instruction

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Bachelors, Education, History
Master of Arts, Inclusive Education

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...me to be an effective teacher, and to help my students reach their learning goals. I enjoy figuring out the learning styles of each student. This allows me to help students when it comes to learning, studying, and test taking. My goal is to help my students become independent learners, so that they can be...
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Bachelors, Environmental Science
Masters, Natural Resource Management

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...students where they are and work with them to discover the learning method(s) that best suit them. Practice is an essential part of learning, thus I work to keep students engaged in learning activities outside of tutoring as well. In many cases, grades are considered extremely important by the student and the student’s school, thus...
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Bachelors, Environmental Science
Current Grad Student, Counseling

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Bachelors, Elementary Education

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...physics requires math, as this is the language of physics, but it is not insurmountable with the proper instruction. To be successful in physics, one must have guidance to utilize their math and intuitive skills to understand the most intriguing science available to high school and/or beginning college students. I look forward to helping you...
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Bachelors, Biology, General
Masters, Administration and Supervision

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Bachelors, English
Current Grad Student, Urban Planning

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...sequences, Calculus-Life Science, Calculus- Engineering Tech. and, all the contents of finite mathematics, discrete mathematics, probability and introductory statistics. Basically, I like to make the sense of mathematical concepts to the students and develop their critical thinking by the use of their experiences, ideas, interests and common attitudes. I strive to connect abstract and isolated...
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Bachelors, Mathematics
PHD, Mathematics

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...to grow academically, behaviorally and socially. I enjoy working with student's reading comprehension and strengthening their vocabulary because these areas impact other subjects for a student. I work with students on their reading fluency (accuracy and speed) and rote memorization (vocabulary) so they will be prepared to understand the vocabulary they will use in math,...
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Bachelors, Interdisciplinary Studies (History, Political Science, Education)
Current Grad Student, Special Education (Mild/Moderate Disabilities)

Andrew: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...pertaining to the blood (immune system) as part of my research at Northeastern. I have had great experiences tutoring and TA'ing in the past and found the work to be both rewarding (in helping others better learn a subject/topic) as well as beneficial for me (with reinforcing my knowledge, learning a topic I'm unfamiliar, and/or...
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Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
PHD, Chemical Engineering

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I enjoy conveying my knowledge to young people and children. It gives me a sense of purpose and gives me a sense of doing a civic duty to make our society better.
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Bachelors, Business

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...the stars. As I learned how to conduct this research I earned a B.S. in Physics and Astronomy, and later, a Ph.D. in Physics and Astronomy. Along the way I have had the opportunity to lead problem sessions and laboratories for college physics and astronomy classes. I have also tutored a number of high school...
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Bachelors, Physics and Astronomy
PHD, Physics and Astronomy

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...- Ahmadu Bello, Nigeria (1986) 4. B.S. - Chemistry - University of Lagos, Nigeria (1981) SUBJECTS TUTORED 1. Organic Chemistry 2. General Chemistry 3. Biochemistry 4. Pharmacology 5. Survey of Chemistry 6. Fundamentals of Chemistry FAVORITE SUBJECTS 1. Organic Chemistry 2. General Chemistry 3. Biochemistry 4. Pharmacology 5. Survey of Chemistry 6. Fundamentals of Chemistry Remark:...
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Associate in Science, Chemistry
Doctor of Philosophy, Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Samantha: Placentia tutor
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...chemistry education while teaching at McKinley. I left McKinley in 2014 and started teaching at Archbishop Hoban High School, where I taught chemistry, biology and am currently taking on the role of AP Chemistry teacher. I have worked with many students while serving as the student council moderator. When I am teaching I can be...
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Bachelor of Education, Education
Master of Arts Teaching, Chemistry Teacher Education

Hasan: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...I am greatly enjoying teaching to the gifted and talented high school juniors and seniors for the last 26 years. I have taught both AP Physics, Conceptual Physics, Modern Physics, and Calculus courses at the Academy and at the University level. I have also been tutoring online and in person for many years helping scores...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Physics
Master of Science, Atomic and Molecular Physics
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