Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Pasadena, CA

...siblings and my friends, but in 2012 I began tutoring professionally. My teaching style includes using lots of visual aids to make the concept easier to grasp and ensures that all my students understand the concept instead of memorizing the subject. My expertise lies in teaching math and biology. I am currently in my third-year of dental school and will graduate as a dentist in 2017. My undergraduate degree focused on human biology.... I believe in...

...curriculum. In addition, I strive to stimulate my students' natural curiosity, enabling them to experience the pure joy of learning. I accomplish this by conversing with my students in order to find out what interests them most. Whenever possible I try to incorporate some of these topics into our sessions to make the experience more fun and interesting for them. My objective is to leave my students with a desire to expand their horizons long...

...path for each of my students, and I find joy in collaborating with learners on how they best learn. My connection to math is anchored in this creative spirit--helping students see these patterns is the first step to feeling empowered as budding mathematicians. I am committed to personalizing learning for each of my students. I use diagnostic assessments to help identify areas of need and use one-on-one targeted instruction to focus on filling in these...

..."A-ha" moments. Many years later, I'm sure I wasn't wrong. I would later go on to teach English As a Second Language while I lived in Colombia for a couple of years. My desire to elevate others continued and witnessing their victories, big and small, continued to impact me. I had a particular student who worked with me for 2 years. He walked in with no knowledge. We were having full conversations in English towards...

...English, teaching science labs to fifth grade classes, and leading health labs for high school students. I also have worked helped students prep for the Law School Admissions Test. I am able to tutor a wide variety of subjects, as I have an interdisciplinary background. However, I like to focus on standardized testing (LSAT and SAT), college essays and general essay skills, and math. In my free time, I spend time hiking, trying new restaurants,...

...a students education depends on a teachers ability to convey the subject clearly. As a result, my goal is to cater to a students needs, whether it is through visual, audio, or repetitious learning. I have been fortunate enough continue my passion of tutoring and aiding students in a year-long college program called Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) that tailors towards elementary school students with disabilities and family problems in downtown Los Angeles. However, when I...

...science to be my favorite subjects and they have been since I was in elementary school. I found they came most naturally when I was a student. Some qualities that best describe me are: patient, open-minded, respectful, trustworthy, and honest. I work well with students, adults, and families. Some hobbies of mine are playing and watching sports, traveling, spending time with my family and friends, watching movies, and cars and mechanics. What distinguishes me from...

...I fell in love with teaching. The Teach for America Fellowship is 2 years; however, after my first year due to the recognition and growth in my classroom I was invited to start a school. I spent 2 years at that school prior to getting married and moving to California, a few months ago, with my amazing, aerospace loving, husband. Moving out here I knew I didn't want to go back into the classroom, but...

...and I correct students' mistakes without judgment. Watching the light bulb come on in my student's head at that moment of understanding is priceless to me. I am also an avid snowboarder and certified snowboard instructor in the winter. When I am not on my local mountain, I enjoy basketball, volleyball, electronic music, and dancing, and I have recently begun to dabble with deejaying. I have a young personality that my students can easily relate...

I've been a student of the world for almost three decades and I feel like I've just scratched the surface of what's to be learned about it. I'm excited to connect with new people and share the knowledge I know while gaining new perspectives about what has been in front of me this whole time.... I believe anyone can learn anything with the right approach. Everyone has their own learning style and once you figure out...

...a junior by the time I was 17. I received my Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences at UC Merced, and my Masters in Public Administration at Cal State Long Beach. My academic path has been quite unconventional, but it gave me the opportunity familiarize myself with a wide range of subjects. I am currently continuing my education in the medical sector, and volunteer at a local hospital with some of my spare time. I'm very...

...in nature. I have played sports my entire life so staying active is a big part of who I am. I love Star Wars, playing video games, and most things involving science fiction or fiction, including Harry Potter. That being said, working hard is what has gotten me to where I am today, and is always something I try to instill in the students that I work with. I believe in a balance of work...

...tutoring high school students in mathematics and science for the past 3 years. While my methods in teaching rely on a few fundamental principles, I realize that each student I come into contact with learns in very different ways. I believe I am a good fit for your student not because of my knowledge in specific subjects, but my ability to cater to each student's individual learning strengths - creating a work environment in which...

...studied and received my Bachelors of Science in biology at the University of California Irvine. Biology is one of the greatest passions in my life, everything new that I learn amazes me, and engages me more and more each time. I believe in the healing and preventative powers of food in health thus, I aim to one day become a nutritionist/dietician and help in the fight to diminish cardiovascular diseases among other problems.... I would try...

...school level. The subjects that I am most excited about are science and math! Having worked with hundreds of students and taken courses in instruction, I am knowledgeable of several strategies, resources and methods to reach learners at all levels in ways that the learner will connect with most. I believe that everything can be exciting to learn once a meaningful connection has been made between what we are learning and our lives. I also...

...spent the last several years as a para-educator teaching children of immigrants in California for the "No Child Left Behind" program at an elementary school. I also edit and tutor writing composition for individual clients in middle school and high school using APA and MLA formats, focusing on good research methods, proper citing, and correct bibliography and reference pages. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Math, and...

...I have started tutoring 8 years ago. Transmitting my knowledge has always fascinated me. I have worked with a variety of student ranging from 5 to 35 years old. I am very patient and always using efficient techniques in order to explain concepts to my tutees. I worked with both LAUSD and LA's Best After-School Enrichment program where I had to create age-appropriate lesson plans. I enjoy making Mathematics easier for my tutees.

...simplicity and the beauty of Math to my students. Very patient when I tutor as I enjoy tutoring and find my joy when someone says "I got it". People always complain about Math because schools don't teach them how to connect it and apply it to their real life situations. There is so much fun and beauty behind Math only when it's taught in a right way! Recently, I achieved a new record for Math...

...effective during my teaching career. I choose to interact with the family of the student and continually update them on the status of their student, as I believe that the family plays a crucial role as well as the tutor himself. Also, I approach my students in a very friendly way to eliminate any discomfort or stress the student might have. Finally, I am looking forward to helping more students succeed in their academic endeavors.

...stimulate critical thinking. In a private setting, my goal is to learn about my tutee's studying habits and weaknesses, so that I my design a regimen that ensure his or her success in the class. I try to impart to all my tutees about how important practice is when learning something new. Practice and repetition allows an individual to not only minimize mistakes, but it also gives them new insight on certain problems and on...