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

...Azusa Pacific University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with an emphasis on Education. During school I tutored junior high, high school, and college students in math. I was a teacher's assistant in a junior high math class as well as a high school math class. My passion is teaching students math. In the Fall I will be going to get my Master's in Education and my Teaching Credential to teach math at...

After completing a two year service as a Peace Corps Volunteer in West Africa, I earned my teaching credentials in both English and Special Education and taught in Philadelphia for four years. I recently relocated to sunny San Diego with my Master's degree in Education in hand and tutoring experience under my belt. English and Math are my strong suits, and I'm excited to put my tutoring skills to use through Varsity Tutors.

There is nothing better than seeing a child finally understand a concept! That is what drives me; it is why I love being an educator. My background in literacy and writing, as well as my degree in Liberal Studies, helps me deliver lessons to students in different ways. Thus helping the student to understand or see the materials in different ways.

...high school students in helping them achieve their academic goals. Lastly, I have worked with children and teenagers while volunteering as a therapy aide. When I am teaching or tutoring a student, I try to make the subject as interesting and engaging as possible. For example, if I am working with younger children, difficult math problems become a fun and exciting game. Although I am most passionate about Psychology and Neuroscience, I am capable of...

I am a Mathematics major at California State University, San Marcos; planning to continue my education in hope of one day teaching math at the college level. I have always found great joy in sharing my passion for math and helping students understand difficult concepts. In my free time, you can find me playing soccer, reading and spending time with friends.

...English teacher and a current part time yoga teacher, I guess you could say teaching has always been a calling for me. I truly enjoy guiding, supporting, and helping to move people forward toward their goals; this type of work is infinitely rewarding. In addition to reading! and yoga! I also enjoy cooking (and eating!), spending time outdoors, traveling, and simply relaxing with family and friends. I look forward to helping you reach your goals...

...graduate who is passionate about tutoring. I have had tutoring experience with middle school through college students in Math and Science. My tutoring philosophy is not only to help students solve a problem but also to help them understand the thought process of how a certain method is chosen to solve a problem. Higher levels of math and science are built based on their fundamental concepts. Therefore, a solid understanding of these basic concepts is...

...teaching others and helping them realize their potential. I obtained my Bachelor's degree from California State University, Fullerton and I recently completed the California Teachers Exam in November before I apply for teaching credential programs for the upcoming spring semester. I have worked as a teacher's aide at Concordia Elementary School as well as San Clemente High School in San Clemente, CA where I have learned to communicate lesson plans to a diversified age range,...

...to identify my future career path of eventually becoming a professor. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, Physics, and Biology as I find these subjects fascinating both in and out of the classroom. My tutoring style involves breaking complex subjects down into smaller fractions and slowly building up to the whole concept, which is quite effective. Additionally, I try to relate the subjects to the real world...

...working with refugees in elementary school and tutoring Chemistry to college students. I graduated from UCSD in 2011 and am applying to graduate school to study Molecular Biology. In the meantime, I enjoy working in science and sharing my passion for science to budding students. I love helping students understand how to approach difficult math and science problems without being intimidated, and I hope to relate the importance of a solid education to students. I...

...Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and Geometry. In addition, I grade and review assignments which allows me to better identify areas for improvement and tailor my tutoring approach to fit the student’s needs. I have a noted ability to build rapport with students and am genuinely interested in seeing them improve and excel. As a tutor, my teaching style is adaptive yet straightforward. In general, we review the concepts and work through practice problems together. How I explain...

...an appreciation for them. I am fascinated by chemistry and biology because of their complexity . I find that the key to enjoying science classes is being able to see the big picture and how science concepts fit into everyday life. In teaching any subject I like to first explain the concept or problem in depth and then have the student teach it to me. I believe that when you are able to teach a...

...and can help with English as well as SAT preparation. My favorite subject to teach is Organic Chemistry because I find it intriguing. It's like a visual puzzle and reactions are the steps to solve it. I believe any person can learn any subject; it just has to be explained in the way that they need to hear it. It's the Teacher's job to figure out how to get through. I love explaining things in...

I graduated from UCSD with a double major in Math and Economics. I specialize in helping students understand difficult math concepts. I am also able to help with JAVA and C++ course work. I look forward to working with you to help you build confidence and boost grades.

...their class. I make the subject very easy and understandable for the student and relieve the frustration that often accompanies these subjects. I can tutor in the following areas: Math: Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Trigonometry, PreCalculus, Calculus Chemistry: General and Organic Biology: General, Molecular, Metabolic, Structural, Evolution, Genetics, Micro and many more.... Physics: Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism, Optics & Light wave phenomena. I currently have a Bachelor's of Science in Molecular Biology from the University of California San...

...people of all ages. In my career as a finance and sales professional, I have had the privilege of helping people understand finance and math in ways they can apply to their every day lives. I am a Chartered Financial Analyst and have found that my reading/writing and analytical skills have helped me tremendously in my career. People feel feel comfortable turing to me for help on analytical and mathematical concepts and I am a...

...the University of San Diego, studying Behavioral Neuroscience and Pre-Med. I love photography, reading, and music. I have helped many people with difficult concepts and homework for a long time, specifically children I babysat or friends in my classes. The subjects I am offering tutoring for are Elementary Math, Algebra 1, Geometry, Middle School Math, Pre-Algebra, and Spanish up to level 4. I am also able to help with study skills and organization. I love...

I taught school for 12 years. My favorite subjects to tutor are: all Elementary subjects, American/World History, English, Geography, Arithmetic and Test Prep for GED. I enjoy working with all ages. My goal is for your child to be successful. Looking forward to tutoring your child.

...Masters from National University for Teaching. My experiences range from tutoring kids in their homes and at school, to teaching in an orphanage in Cambodia. Through all of my experiences, I have learned the three keys to success are to understand how the students learns (kinesthetic, visual, auditory), make the information relevant to their lives allowing for personal connection to the material, and support the student through answering follow-up questions. I am the type of...

...what confuses them without any pressure or reproach. I also focus in on areas that students lack mastery of, particularly the basics (such as arithmetic), and add extra review on those subjects, even if it isn't required. I find creating a safe, learning environment with the student essential, especially so that reviewing things that a student feels "they should have known already" doesn't feel embarrassing or reprimanding. When I'm not busy with school or work,...