Certified Tutors From University of San Francisco

...in subjects ranging from math and science to social studies and English. In college I was an active research assistance, and assisted in student teaching. Even after college, during a volunteer trip abroad, I got the chance to help young children learn their ABCs in Spanish while concurrently teaching ESL classes to adult students. Based...

...entrance essays or personal statementsthese often being the only opportunities to demonstrate who we are. Trust is the basis of my tutoring and teaching philosophy. Every student deserves to know that their tutor is out for their best interests, part of which includes the understanding that not every student learns the same way. I like...

...about the infectious mechanisms of Schistosoma mansoni and its use of snails as intermediate hosts. In addition to my love of biology and things medically related, I also love to share my love for Latino culture, as I am proud to be a first generation Mexican-American. I absolutely love to share my culture, heritage and...

...enjoy teaching K-12 reading and writing skills as well as elementary through middle school mathematics. I am a Spanish speaker and enjoy helping others practice their skills. If you are interested in talking sports, The Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers are my teams! As a tutor, I will work with students to identify their strengths areas...

...top of my experience working with first-generation college students through TRiO Student Support Services and the McNair Scholars Program, federal education opportunity outreach initiatives. My tutoring focus ranges from working with students to address educational gaps in structuring papers and arguments to assisting them with articles that are up for publication through various undergraduate journals....

...Certified Public Accountant with PricewaterhouseCoopers, but I still volunteer to teach at public schools in New York whenever I have time because I found myself really enjoy teaching and learning about students at the same time. In addition, with my experience in tutoring Mandarin during both undergraduate and graduate studies, I believe I can help...

...consequences from colleagues or supervisors, and because of the freedoms I had as an educator, my teaching philosophy is also rooted in empowering students to feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from those mistakes in the classroom environment. If students learn something new and if they improve, even incrementally, then I have succeeded as an...

...or academic tutoring, I take great pride in my work, and am committed to my students' success. I attribute my success in school to my love of learning, and I endeavor to share this enthusiasm with those I work with, and strive to make my classrooms fun and engaging environments in the pursuit of that...

...look forward to using those experiences to help students here in the US. I've helped students prepare presentations for their company's executives, corrected essays for students applying to US graduate schools, and advised negotiations between students and their foreign clients. My style of teaching/tutoring is not all rote learning, though. I adapt my style to...

...skills, getting them to deliberate and reflect rather than simply regurgitate information. I also have experience in professional editing and in my classes I place great emphasis on writing. Along with grammar, I teach students how to organize arguments, convey them in a clear and concise manner, and support them with analysis of evidence. I...

...at the University of San Francisco, completing my Master's degree in Public Administration and Health Services. I'm a Bay Area native and enjoy meeting new people. I love traveling and learning about new cultures and helping others. I decided to join the Varsity Tutors team because I know how important learning is. I've struggled throughout...

...years and substitute taught K - 8 this past fall. I have taught in Indiana, Mississippi, and California. I have a passion for education and setting my students up for success. Education is very important to me. I love finding new ways to teach subjects that keep my students engaged and interested.... I believe in whole brain teaching. Every child learns differently, and it is important to find the strengths of each individual. With whole brain...

...I was in hospital, I've taught many different things to many different types of people. The subjects I excel at are Algebra, Geometry, Chemistry, and Biology. I love Algebra and Chemistry. Most of the material can be seen as a puzzle that needs to be solved. This passion for problem solving led me to medicine...

...and individual students. Currently, I am enrolled in a master's program for teaching and instruction, and plan to continue indulging my passion for education upon graduation. Outside of academia, I am currently in the process of publishing my first book. I also enjoy writing short stories, and playing piano in my folk and bluegrass band....

...graduated from the University of San Francisco. Before I attended college, I was in the PACE program at Long Beach Poly. I took and passed AP Statistics my senior year and also took Business Statistics when I was a freshman in college. Also, I was a tutor for Statistics for 3 years at USF, tutoring...

...is very rewarding to see "that light bulb" go on! In my experience, my task is helping struggling students overcome self created obstacles. My hope is to impart a lifelong passion for a life filled with continually educating oneself. I am a huge proponent of education believing it to be necessary for an improved quality...

...anyone can be anything they want to be - once they make the decision and commitment to do so! I am eager to meet you and see how I may be of service to your growth and educational journey! I received my B.A. in Sociology and a Masters in Organization & Leadership.

...sections! I do not believe my job is done unless goals in learning are reached and something finally clicks. When confidence is instilled it makes all the difference in terms of motivation, willpower, study skills and overall performance. I am adaptable to a variety of personalities, ages, learning styles, and learning levels! I am very...

...themselves, others, and their environment occurs through an open sharing of ideas and a judicious approach to discipline. I believe children have greater respect for their teachers, their peers, and the lessons presented in class when they feel safe and sure of what is expected of them. Teaching includes assisting students in developing a respect...

...foundation is deeply rooted in English literature (Middle Ages, 16th and early 17th century, the restoration and romantic periods). I am obsessed with everything from Beowulf to Keats and W.E.B. Du Bois to Ta-Nehisi Coats. As well as a few LGBTQ authors and literature sprinkled in between. After UCLA I began working in local politics...