Certified Tutors From San Diego State University

...someone something new, or learning something new myself. I found a deep love for mathematics and numbers as a child because reading was very difficult for me. As I grew older, my reading improved, and now I love spending my summers reading as much as possible. My fiance and I live with our dog in...

Learning math is all about trial and error, that is why we use pencils! Math is a hands on subject where students learn by doing. That is the approach I take when teaching and tutoring math. I am merely a guide to keep students on the right path, rather than tell them where to go.

...designs of newly introduced features of Sony's High-Definition televisions. I have also managed a privately-owned business. I have always been passionate about tutoring. For example, I tutored math, calculus and physics in college, and I volunteered in educating seniors in computer skills. I especially enjoy tutoring students who are interested in learning the subject themselves....

...My favorite subject to tutor is Algebra, because I enjoy sharing my love of puzzles - that's all algebra is in my opinion. When I tutor, I give students room to discover the path to their own understanding of a topic or concept. I'm a "guide on the side." Outside of tutoring, I enjoy hiking,...

I'm a law student who used to be an English Professor. My hobbies include travel and photography. In addition to teaching and learning, I am passionate about civil rights and access to justice.

...with students because I strive to make learning engaging, fun, interactive, and accessible to all students. It is an incredible feeling to see students feel successful after reaching goals or being successful on a difficult task. My goal for all students is to feel safe, respected, and listened to when we work together.

...Southern California where I was challenged by large class sizes and no academic support. It was during that time that I had to seek out outside resources to pass my courses. Over the course of my education I had the experience of taking education courses as well as earning a Bachelor's degree in chemistry. Along...

Teaching English and Japanese has always been something I've always wanted to do. I love pouring my energy into making sure students are doing their best in their academic studies. I am in my last year of college at San Diego State University with a degree in Japanese and a minor in Religious Studies.

Hello! My name is Kelsey Palmer and I am a graduate of San Diego State University with a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies in Three Departments: Rhetoric and Writing Strategies, History, and Recreation and Tourism Management. I have a passion for writing and editing and love to share that and help others.

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I just recently graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in kinesiology and a minor in chemistry. I am in the process of applying to medical school. I enjoy teaching others what I have learned. In my free time I like to watch sports and spend time with friends and family.

...I'm an assistant professor of English at Baruch College, CUNY (City University of New York). My PhD is in English with an emphasis in film studies. I have over ten years of experience as a tutor and college instructor, in courses as varied as College Writing, World Literature, Film Art, Film History, and American Ethnic...

...and American Literature. There she also completed a History Teacher education program for grades 5-12. Cynthia has taught history and ESL, and tutored students in many subjects and for tests such as the SAT, ACT, and AP exams. She has recently earned her M.S. in Counseling, specialization in School Counseling. To learn more about her...

I am a non-traditional medical student with many, many years of chemistry tutoring experience. I love engaging with students and helping them not only learn the material but also enjoy it. I hope to connect with students who are eager to learn and help them build a foundation for long-term success in science and math.

...their assignments in hopes of bettering their writing skills. I tutor various kinds of writing, reading, basic biology, and college-level political science. My favorite subject to tutor is writing because it's my favorite hobby, so it doesn't feel like work to me! My tutoring philosophy is that everyone learns differently. Learning is subjective, and different...

...These degrees have enabled me to better teach people in the areas of English, reading, and writing both for both grade school and college level courses. I then started teaching my daughter to write more effective essays and research papers at both the high school and college levels. From there I went on to teach...

...biology major. I currently work in a research lab on campus doing research on how to recover coral reefs, but my ultimate goal is to one day be a science teacher! My goal as a tutor is to encourage and boost student confidence in order to successfully learn subject material while also reinforcing good study...

...with everyone from pre.schoolers and kindergartners to Swiss scientists, I believe in Student-Centered Learning, from Brain-Based modalities that respect All Learning Styles. Curriculum is important, but HOW information is shared and nurtured for long term retention is vital for integration of the material--even if it is just studying for an exam or becoming more confident...

...I have been an elementary mathematics specialist since 2002, and have written 4 books on how to teach math from a developmental perspective and to diverse learners. I am also a neurodevelopment specialist, so I am able to help identify other issues that may be going on affecting learning and brain development. I have taught...

...Nancy Goeres. I am comfortable teaching all age ranges and beginner to intermediate experience levels, and have had significant experience doing so throughout the years with high schoolers, colleagues in college, and most recently grade schoolers. Though my passion is bassoon pedagogy, I am also fascinated by music theory, and have taken several extra years...