Certified Tutors From San Jose State University

...teaching. I became a single mom when my only son was six years old. At 32, he is now in graduate school pursuing a career in physical therapy. He gives me great joy. Not only for his academic achievements but more importantly, I am very proud that he is a kind and compassionate man. In...

...a BA in Humanities, Liberal Arts and a minor in Child and Adolescent Development. I enjoys reading, writing and English. As a CHAD minor, I have spent over 50+ hours volunteering with various non-profits to better Elementary students reading skills, but I am also capable in tutoring any of my listed subjects.

...they "get it", makes teaching worth it. I began my post-secondary education at San Mateo Community College and transferred to San Jose State University where I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Biology with a concentration in teaching and a minor in Geology; I also earned my teaching credential in Biology at SJSU. I completed...

...National Security Studies and have traveled extensively. In recent years I've volunteered to teach Citizenship classes to adults and teach English as a Second Language (as I am a certified ESL instructor) on-line to adults around the world. I'm also a volunteer Sunday School teacher for 4th to 6th grade students. I am most passionate...

...disabilities and reluctant readers. Previous to becoming a librarian I gave private art lessons and did art parties for children for a number of years. I enjoy working with people and helping them find their inner creativity. It's about the love of art, then the skills will get there. I am always learning new things....

...normal to forget and need to review previous knowledge. Each time we relearn material it is easier and is more likely to be permanent. Vygotsy's theory of the "zone of proximal development" or ZPD states that a person will learn best within the range of their current development. If it's boring, it is to low....

...classes upon college graduation. I also had the chance to be a substitute teacher for elementary and high school students. Recently, I have had the opportunity to travel through Europe while teaching ESL online to students of all ages. It was very interesting to hear how many ways that the English language is approached in...

...an ever widening massive amount of skill, tools and technology to facilitate that. I have been doing this for 30 years in the classroom setting and online for 2 years since the lockdowns began. I got my Education Specialist degree through San Jose State University in California, but my real education came through my experiences...

...and have presented my research in many states. Since graduation, I traveled and worked in both Biotech and the healthcare field. I have a deep passion for human health and wish to become an OBGYN or Internist soon. I have always been a mentor/tutor. I have a sister 11 years my junior and lots of...

...over 25 years of industry and academic experience. Dr. Issa's educational background includes a Ph.D. in computer engineering from Santa Clara University and a Master's degree in Information and Data Science from the University of California at Berkeley. Dr. Issa researched processor performance and developed several performance prediction models for cloud computing frameworks. In addition,...

Hello everyone! I cannot wait to work beside you in your goals. My tutoring style focuses on empowerment, so that you can carry tools with you into other areas of your life, and walk away ready to take on any challenge.

...I then went on to become a children's librarian. Currently, I am in the process of obtaining a post-graduate Certificate in TESOL at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. I have experience with informally tutoring colleagues at my job on various aspects of Spanish. I also have studied Russian on my own, although I'm still...

As your tutor, I'm dedicated to helping you reach your academic goals. With personalized support and encouragement, we'll tackle challenges and celebrate successes together.

As an aerospace engineer with a Ph.D. in Aerospace Guidance, Navigation, and Controls, I bring knowledge and practical experience. My educational journey took me from San Jose State University, where I earned my master's degree, to Wichita State University for my doctorate. In addition to my academic background, I am a full-time industry professional.

...obtained an M.A. in linguistics from San Jos State University and spent a collective nine months in Mexico. This longterm exposure to Spanish, supplemented by daily conversations in Spanish with my current coworkers, is how I have achieved and maintained fluency in the language. Teaching has always been my career path of choice, whether it...

...important to them. I especially like to study English and Spanish because I feel it is important to be able to communicate and learn well. I believe that self directed education is one of the best ways for one to pursue any kind of study. When we learn what we are interested in we gain...

...and evaluated these programs. I see potential. I see the ability, not the disability. I am a Doctor of Nutripathy, the study of nutrition. I received a Bachelor of Body Science and Dr. Nutripathy from the American College of Nutripathy (no longer in existence). In addition I received a Associates of Arts, Bachelor of Science...