James: Santa Monica tutor
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...worked as a teaching assistant at the University of Virginia Center for Politics, modernizing course information and helping the Center prepare for online learning this fall. In this time, I have also been tutoring students in Russian, English, history, and political theory. While I tutor many subjects, I am most passionate about Russian, reading, and...
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Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Writing: 700
Bruce: Santa Monica tutor
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...an integrated, interdisciplinary approach that employs a wide variety of teaching techniques to provide all students with diverse learning opportunities that meet their individual needs. I emphasize inquiry based, hands on projects that provide real world exploration and application. This keeps learning engaging and relevant. My favorite subjects are science and mathematics. In science, I...
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Bachelor in Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
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A.J.: Santa Monica tutor
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...School of Law, where I was awarded a full tuition scholarship in part from my LSAT score. I also taught an SAT course for the same testing company during my time in law school. My teaching philosophy is simple: figure out what works for you and assisting you in achieving your best score. I'm pretty...
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Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 800
LSAT: 171
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...where I earned a B.A. in Music and History. After college, I taught high school history in Africa and Maryland, conducted a school band, coached basketball, directed sailing programs, and worked at a furniture-making shop. Before moving to New York City last year, I received my M.Ed. from Vanderbilt University where I wrote my thesis...
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Bachelor in Arts, History
Masters in Education, Education
GRE Verbal: 166
Alexander: Santa Monica tutor
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...students. An aspiring lawyer (or, actually, if I am lucky enough, law professor), I will apply to law school in fall 2026. I have been studying seriously for the LSAT since fall of 2023 and have taken the LSAT three times (new one twice). I am preparing intensively to do so again in early 2026....
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Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Master of Philosophy, Philosophy
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800
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Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Master of Science, Clinical Nurse Specialist
William: Santa Monica tutor
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...With a BA in English from the University of Virginia and a Master's in Education from Shenandoah University that focused on teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, coaching championship debate teams and professional experience in politics , I am confident in tutoring English, ESL, Spanish, Government and History. In my travels I have communicated...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Science, Education
Robin: Santa Monica tutor
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...Math, along with a minor in Chemistry. I am extremely passionate about science research and worked as a bioinformatician/data analyst at UVA's Center for Brain, Immunology, and Glia. During my four years, I have successfully applied for 3 research grants and 1 scholarship independently. I have published 1 paper in Nature and recently submitted another....
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Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720
SAT Writing: 770
Lisa: Santa Monica tutor
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...teaching methods you employ will depend on theses styles and can include visual aids, sound or music, spoken or written words, or touch/tactile. My approach has always been to use a combination of these methods to ensure success in reaching all students. As we now move more and more into remote/virtual online learning it is...
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Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Doctor of Philosophy, Marine Sciences
Sharmeen: Santa Monica tutor
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...undergraduate degree in Commerce from the University of Virginia. I have experience as a classroom teacher in schools in New York City and Philadelphia. Most recently I have worked as a small group academic intervention teacher in both Literacy and Math. I have a passion for teaching and learning and giving students the tools necessary...
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Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Master of Arts, Education
Shriman: Santa Monica tutor
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I am a freshman at the University of Virginia, working towards earning a degree in Computer Science and a minor in Business. Some of my favorite subjects include algebra, calculus, economics, and programming!
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Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 790
Mackenzie: Santa Monica tutor
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...began my journey in Emergency Medicine, I have served as a peer tutor, and obtained national certification as an EMS educator to further my passion of teaching Emergency Medicine. I believe that learning happens best through conversation, and that an exploration of a topic through examples and open discussion is critical for understanding. In medicine...
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Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 770
Vivek: Santa Monica tutor
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...in the upcoming months. I would greatly appreciate it if you reach out to me if you are interested in tutoring / spread the word to anyone who may be interested. I genuinely enjoy teaching and served as a teaching assistant at UVa for several years, as well as created and taught my own undergraduate-level...
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Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Math: 700
Courtenay: Santa Monica tutor
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History Major and Jewish Studies Minor from the University of Virginia. Juris Doctor from the Georgetown University Law Center. I enjoy working with students of all ages in a range of different subjects. I am committed to developing tailored learning plans designed to help each student achieve his or her goals.
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Bachelor in Arts, History
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
ACT Composite: 32
LSAT: 167
Hoang Minh : Santa Monica tutor
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...their way through their schooling career. My experience in tutoring comes from my participation in my high school's Math Honor Society, where I tutored students in subjects spanning from Algebra 1 to AP Calculus BC. I was also a part of the Science Honor Society, where I mainly tutored chemistry and physics. I'm a flexible...
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Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 700
Noura: Santa Monica tutor
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...feel that I can connect to the student because I know precisely what it feels like to be in that position. In a way, I see the old version of myself when working with other students, which helps me resonate and collaborate with them. My favorite subjects to teach are math and Spanish. Fun fact:...
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Current Undergrad Student, Global Studies
Anthony: Santa Monica tutor
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...been tutoring since high school and I worked with kids as a swim instructor/coach as well. I tutor math and chemistry right now and I can help with SAT and ACT Math as well. If you choose me as your tutor, I will do my best to help you understand the material as well as...
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Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Yusuf: Santa Monica tutor
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...math because guiding someone through solving a problem is a rewarding experience not only for the student, but the teacher as well. I think mathematics, and any subject for that matter, is best learned by making mistakes and learning from them. With someone to guide you along the way, any subject can be conquered.
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Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
ACT Math: 31
ACT Science: 32
Dhruv: Santa Monica tutor
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...a graduate from the University of Virginia having studied Economics & Psychology, with a minor in History, and I am currently obtaining my MBA from the Darden School of Business through the University of Virginia. I have been tutoring for about five years and I enjoy working with students to help them realize their passions...
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Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700
Farah: Santa Monica tutor
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...experience in my subject fields and have excelled at them academically. I am an IB diploma holder and an advanced studies diploma holder. I've also done many virtual tutoring lessons before at my previous place of employment Kumon learning center (maybe some of you have even been students there)! I'm looking forward to helping you...
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Bachelor of Science, Public Health
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