
Heather: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...tutoring experience. For the majority of my professional career I worked for Pearson Education, the largest Educational publisher in the country. There I worked alongside teachers and professors to help write and develop some of today's most cutting edge educational texts and technology. While working at Pearson, I continued to consistently tutor after working hours...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, English

Alyson: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...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...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Finance and Communication
Masters, Elementary Special Education Teaching Mild to Moderate Disabilities
State Certified Teacher

Melanie: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...seniors. Over the years, I have learned that not everyone is as excited about school as I am, so I always try to connect the material to the students as much as possible. I am always willing to go that extra mile to reach my students in a way that they will understand the material...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology
Masters, Education
SAT Verbal: 720

Joaquin: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...of National University with a BS in Computer Science, I 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...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Renee: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...as writers, readers, and communicators. My areas of expertise include, but are certainly not limited to, the Pennsylvania State Standards System and the Common Core, the IB Diploma Program and Middle Years Program, Advanced Placement test preparation (especially in English Language and Composition but also in Literature and Composition), the 6 + 1 Traits Writing...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English with teacher licensure
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Paul: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...show them how it can relate to their daily lives. When I teach and tutor, I try to make it fun and encourage them. My outside interests are photography, hiking and traveling. These interests eventually took me to Africa where I started my teaching and spent 7 1/2 years. During that time I learned the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Math

Phoebe: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...the Hospitality Industry in Las Vegas, which, unexpectedly, introduced me to the construction industry. Through all of this, I have been a professional tutor for profit and pro bono. I believe education should be available to everyone regardless of age, sex, or socio-economic status, and I utilize learning identification to impart wisdom in the most...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Ecology
Master of Science, Ecommerce
LSAT: 172

Juanita: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...am a full time elementary teacher looking to tutor part time. I am experienced in working with a variety of students at all ability levels. I would ensure that I am prepared to tutor my student in any subject by doing any necessary research or reviews. My goal is to help students achieve independence and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Master of Arts, Cross-cultural Education

Tamara: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...made a commitment to being a life long learner and sharing my knowledge with students. I have found that building relationships, evaluating individual needs and applying focused planning enhances the learning experience. I am passionate about seeing each student performing at their highest level and beyond. I have many years of experience working with students...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Masters, Specialization in Special Education

Matt: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...of “work,” I like to travel and to learn foreign languages. I've traveled a fair bit in Asia and Europe, and hope see South America soon. I live near San Diego State University now, and have lived in Oregon, Pennsylvania, and various places around the country. I also love old cars and reading, especially historical...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Teaching
ACT Math: 36
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 33

Genie: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...improvisational comedy and sketch writing. I coach students in public speaking, broadcast performance, acting and how to develop more personal charisma. I have a BS in Humanities from Thomas Edison, a Masters in Communication from Greenwich University, a Masters in Creative Writing and Screenwriting from National University and a PhD in Pastoral Counseling Psychology from...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Humanities
Masters, Creative Writing - Fine Arts - Screenwriting

Leslie: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...educational goals. I hold a masters degree in Education and a Ph.D. from the University of Delaware and for over 30 years have taught elementary, secondary, and college students in my specialty areas of reading comprehension, writing, test taking (SAT/ACT) strategies, and college applications. I work with graduate students on writing and editing course papers...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Journalism
Masters, Education

Mary: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...young mind has the right to be given an opportunity to acquire skills and knowledge they can use throughout their lives. Every student no matter where they come from, what values they hold, and what culture they practice, they should have the opportunity have their minds cultivated and opened. It is only in this regard...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Masters, Masters in Teaching/ Masters in Special Education

Michele: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...online for five years and I absolutely love it. It gives me an opportunity to spend more time with my husband and daughter. I am currently teaching classes for Kaplan University, Argosy University and onsite at Post University. I have received a B.A. degree in English as well as M.A. and M.S. degrees in English...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, English

Amber: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...full-time instructor for 6-8th grade students within a hybrid school for independent learning in south Florida. In addition, I was a private tutor in a program geared towards traveling, equestrian athletes in south Florida, as well as a certified, approved tutor for high-profile and celebrity clients within the south Florida area. I am also a...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Film Studies
Masters, Screenwriting

Jackie: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
I currently hold a teaching credential for Special Education K-12 with two authorizations, including, ASD and ELL. I was accredited by the University of San Diego where I received my Master's Degree in Special Education. I have a passion for teaching and my hope is to share a passion for learning with your students!
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Journalism
Masters, Special Education

Melissa: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...favorite because it was during this class in high school that I realized I loved math and wanted to major in it and teach it one day. I want to help students find the fun in math like I did in high school. I believe that all students are capable not only of learning math,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics
Masters, Master of Arts-Teaching

Peter: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...very much, but as I worked and watched the classroom teachers I saw teaching every day, I knew that that was the job for me. My work with young adults, in the Secondary and Community College Education Systems, their struggles and successes, is my job. For twenty years, as a classroom teacher I've defined strategies...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Speech/Language Therapy
Masters, Special Ed Teaching

Randy: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
I am certified Middle School/High School math teacher. Have taught for the last 9 years from various levels of math, such as Pre-Algebra to Calculus AB. Love it all, and love to help others achieve great comprehension skills in Math. I also enjoy, swimming, running, weights, surfing, fishing and camping.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics
Masters, Masters of Educational Leadership - Instructional Curriculum

Amy: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor
...enjoy teaching students at all grade levels primarily in the fields of math, science, statistics and engineering. I have a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Homeland Security and Safety Engineering. I have completed coursework in my PhD in Business Management and Information Technology. My interests include aircraft systems engineering, global intelligence studies, history...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Master of Science, Aerospace Engineering
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