Award-Winning English Tutors in San Diego, CA

I'm Ellen and I have earned a B.S. in Biology. I have experience tutoring in many subjects and with various age groups ranging from elementary student to college graduates studying for the GRE. I am enthusiastic and take an individualized approach to each of my students.

...Stanford's Center for Teaching and Learning, where I tutor Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Single and Multi-variable Calculus. When I was in high school, I also tutored Elementary, Middle, and High School students at a local library in various subjects with an emphasis on Math and English. Not surprisingly, my favorite subject to tutor is math. To many people, math is just a jumble of numbers and an exercise of memorization. I was fortunate enough to be able...

...successfully received my German State Examination, which is equivalent to a Master's Degree at American universities, in all three fields of study mentioned above (University Degree with Distinction). After that I have worked as an English (ESL) as well as Physical Education teacher at German secondary schools for over 7 years, teaching students grades 5 through 12. On top of that, I was responsible for organizing a school exchange with a Chinese high school and...

Helping you achieve your academic goals is my top priority. I look forward to working together with you.... To make studying fun and not just a task!... Discuss with them about what challenges they feel they are facing in a given subject.... Teach them study skills and help them to develop good study habits so they can succeed.... With lots of encouragement and positive reinforcement.... Explain it in another way and provide more examples until they...

...extra help to get us to that point, and I love working with students to make their success a reality! It is very important to me that I not only have a good relationship with my students, but also work with them throughout their tutoring sessions to make sure they have the confidence to succeed in school. My strategy as a tutor is to get to know the student and figure out why they are...

...new concepts and skills, my sense of contentment is higher, I feel accomplished, and I have a healthier sense of self-worth. What I want more than anything is to impart that sense of fulfillment to others. Whether I am teaching in a classroom, tutoring difficult concepts, showing my daughter how to tie her shoes, or just interacting with those in my daily life, I live for those "ah-ha!" moments when a hurtle is overcome and...

...of California Irvine in Psychology with a minor in Biology. I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring students of various ages. Formally, I have served as a teaching associate for various undergraduate Psychology and Neuroscience courses. I have also coached college and 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...

...for their academic guidance and support, so I can really empathize with students searching for the perfect tutor. My experiences being tutored have allowed me to pinpoint characteristics and skills that make a great tutor, such as patience, breaking down complex concepts, and an ability to cater towards different learning styles. I have been tutoring for seven years, and have loved getting to know each of my students as they improve academically. I have experience...

...took the GRE last summer after months of studying. I did not take any preparation classes. Rather, I studied myself using books and practice tests. I scored between the 86th and 93rd percentile on each section. I was able to develop many strategies for studying and assisted my friends that were taking the exam as well. I was accepted to every Masters program where I applied with my GRE scores. I am highly looking forward...

...specialize in mathematics. However, I have been an Instructional Assistant for the last five years with the Sweetwater Union School District where I cover a great range of subjects. I am a happily married family man with values and respect for kids. I currently work with middle and high school Special Education students doing math support. I love and enjoy doing my job, especially seeing my students get A's on their tests.

...International Development with a focus on Latin America. My interest in the culture of our southern neighbors aligned nicely with my teaching experience. After college I was placed in Nashville, TN through Teach for America where I taught 5th grade English for two years, and ran an after school program for newcomer immigrant and refugee students. In that time I learned a great deal about the craft of teaching. My biggest take away is that...

I am an energetic and passionate teacher, intensely interested in the individual learning abilities of my students. I aspire to help each one achieve his or her highest potential.

...California, San Diego. I love science and math and, luckily, Bioengineering allows me to study everything from Cell Biology to Mechanics to Differential Equations. I regularly taught classical dance to a class of 15 young girls when I was in high school; breaking down dance steps for them really taught me how to deconstruct and convey ideas. I'm patient and logical and love to work with kids. Besides taking classes, I volunteer in a research...

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.

...became an Education Intern at the local museum and taught local history and art lessons to students ranging from kindergarten to 6th grade. This was when I first had a taste of the valuable and rewarding experience of teaching. After graduation, I decided to teach English abroad in Hanoi, Vietnam. I lived there for a year teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) to a wide range of classes from Fundamentals for pre-kindergarteners to Business...

...me just giving them information (unless it is necessary), but instead help them practice the critical thinking that leads them to coming up with solutions themselves. This has proven to be more effective than the "lecture" or "knowledge dump" methods, since students can then use their learning in other subjects and essay prompts. I guide my students in how to think; I don't tell them what to think. Outside of my academic work and interests,...

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.

...writing, and social studies. I have also taught 4th grade science. I really enjoy working one on one with students and in small groups. I have taught an after school class for a few years to help students in math, writing, and reading. In the class we worked in small groups on many topics including homework, current school and grade level topics and old topics to help with intervention. I have also taught summer school...

...art competition for the state of Arizona when I was in high school which awarded me with a scholarship to study at a top art university and my art was exhibited in the capital building in Washington D.C.. I am very passionate about teaching drawing and illustration. The styles that I am the most experienced with are cartoon, anime, and still life. As an artist, it's important to keep learning everyday. The development of your...

...in Animation. For the last three years I worked as a Resident Assistant and Community Assistant with the SCAD Residence Life and Housing Department. In these roles, I worked directly with fellow college students every day, creating engaging programs and serving as a resource. I have also worked previously as a camp counselor, teaching Lego Robotics and Minecraft modifications to kids ages 6 to 12. I believe that it is important to bring enthusiasm, compassion,...