Certified Tutors From University of San Francisco

...a strong advocate for tailoring my teaching style to a student's needs. I also strongly believe in teaching problem solving skills to give the students the tools to critically think with or without a tutor or teacher present. I look forward to meeting you and your child, and assisting them on the road to their...

...and professional success, whether it be in formal academic writing and journalism or through the scores in standardized test-taking, college 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...

...student master the language! I have worked as a Spanish Immersion teacher for several years and have had much success with my students; I even taught my now husband, a self proclaimed "non-scholar" how to speak Spanish fluently. I would ultimately love to help anyone gain a better understanding of biology, basic sciences and Spanish!

...college I spend five years teaching in Oakland, California where I also earned my Masters in Teaching and Education. I 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...

...consumerism and nationalism. As far as tutoring I have lectured and taught throughout the course of my graduate studies on 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...

...and quizzes while keeping you entertained by doing some skits and dialogues to practice the tones. I also offer classes for people who plan to travel to China and just want to pick up a few Chinese words and sentences in order to have a nice and relaxing vacation. I will say tutoring is my...

...Macedonia, for two years, I had the freedom to take calculated and creative risks in the classroom without fear of 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...

...activation and phonics in kindergarten, to grammar instruction with teens, to conversational business English with adults. Whether Test Prep, ESL, 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...

...quite a lot from my experiences helping students of all ages improve grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, and writing and I 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...

...the "what" but also on the "why and how." In doing so, my goal is to teach students critical thinking 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...

...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 my academics and...

...Grade for over three 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...

...tutoring by helping me figure out the best way to connect with the student and teach them according to how they learn best. In my free time, when I'm not outside playing soccer or hiking, I'm indoors either with a good book, or playing table top games like Dungeons & Dragons with friends.

...For nearly two years now I've worked as an academic researcher and writer for clients ranging from university boards, professors, 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...

...Ellis and I just recently 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...

...joy when they come to an understanding of the material presented. They get it! They figured it out! It 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...

...education and knowledge open the entire world to us and I don't believe anyone should be denied that. I believe 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...

...probably teaching languages to non-native speakers because it is incredibly rewarding breaking down something viewed as overwhelming or complicated into 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...

...hard and master the skills necessary to reach their goals. Helping students to develop a deep love and respect for 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...

...the University if San Francisco, where I received my masters in Public Affairs. When I am not reading and writing I am traveling! I love going on long runs in different cities and enjoy the local cuisine! I especially enjoy visiting unconventional cities like Omaha, Nebraska as much as I do Guatemala or Paris.