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...beauty of the subject. I find that enthusiasm is infectious and is the best answer to precipitously dropping grades. I believe that building confidence and deep conceptual understanding, as well as fostering a rich and mentor-like relationship between tutor and student, is the most enjoyable and most rewarding way to teach; in fact I would...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800

Amy: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...(writing and literature), to help this student gain confidence in her learning abilities and get to a point where, instead of being discouraged, she could actually enjoy learning. I especially loved the moments when she reached a breakthrough in her understanding of a concept and was so happy that I had been able to use...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 780

Liz: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...Princeton, I was a four-year member and senior co-captain of the women's crew team. My passion for the sport led me to coach both high school and middle school students in my hometown of Milwaukee, and I loved working with the students and helping them achieve their goals. I am incredibly excited to be working...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 32

Robert: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...application "profile" is your opportunity to show colleges how awesome you are with the aim of compelling them to send you a friend request. It would be my pleasure to work with you on test prep; including SAT, SAT II Latin, SAT II German, AP English, ACT, ISEE, and HSPT. I would also enjoy working...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Anthropology

Brandon: Milpitas tutor
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...In my opinion, the most important attribute in a tutor is flexibility: being able to tailor goals and strategies to a particular student's needs and optimal learning styles. My strengths are in methodically breaking down concepts in a variety of subjects and making them accessible, especially with visual aids and diagrams. I also have an...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Politics

Heather: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...first began tutoring during college, where I worked with students on reading and writing skills and Spanish language. With Varsity Tutors, I am available to tutor these subjects, including college application essay writing, essay editing, and study skills and organization, as well as French and music theory. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy listening to music,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Music

Shellee: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...have a Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering from Princeton University and a Masters degree in Business Administration from Indiana University. I've previously tutored elementary and middle school math, as well as Algebra and SAT prep. I really enjoy tutoring math because numbers are fun and there are many practical ways to teach math which make...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Masters, Business Administration, General

Neil: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...to having a strong understanding of the subject matter covered on these exams, test-taking strategy is a strength of mine, including time management and general multiple choice strategy. I was a National Merit Scholar and AP Scholar with Distinction in high school and I enjoy helping others perform to the best of their ability on...
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Bachelors, Economics

Lyn: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...have several years' experience as an independent math and test prep tutor, working with students at a variety of levels and ages, including adults. For math students, I work to engender a real understanding of the underlying concepts, rather than just memorization. Under test pressure you may forget what you memorize, but you won't forget...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Philosophy
PHD, Computer Sciences

Natalie: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...I love tutoring and teaching students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Philosophy
Current Grad Student, Philosophy

Nicolas: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...Breaking down a problem, and making "problem maps" for complex problems gives students a solid foothold to start and follow through a problem. Working examples using these maps during tutoring sessions is a good way to identify weaknesses. My end goal is to show students that with comfort in a subject comes interest. A big...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800

Shelly: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...a postdoctoral fellow in Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in 2015. I worked as a teaching assistant during my graduate years and gained an experience as a private tutor in high school biology. Having studied molecular biology for more than 10 years, and having experience in teaching high school and college students, I am confident...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biochemistry
PHD, Molecular Biology
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700

Arthur: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...serve anyone or anything to your best capacity, it requires that you have a vision for WHO you want to be and the belief in yourself that you can get there though consistent hard work. Whatever your goal is, there IS a way to get there. That is why I am a tutor, because it...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Architecture

Peter: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...sixth, seventh, and eight graders in English, Math, and Science. Before this experience, however, I have worked as a coach, mentor, and tutor with students age 9-18 on and off for the past ten years. I enjoy learning with students of all skill levels, and hope to be able to help you soon!... My teaching philosophy is simple: find a way to make it work. I believe that if a student is struggling to learn certain...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 730
SAT Writing: 700

Blair: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...feedback and tailoring my approach to their individual needs, and by conveying my enthusiasm for the learning process. It's great to see the light come on and to see their progress. I have an undergraduate degree in Politics from Princeton, a post-baccalaureate certificate in Quantitative Studies for Finance from Columbia, and an MBA from London...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Politics
Masters, Business Administration and Management
GMAT: 760

Dennis: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...acceleration at supernova shock fronts in the Princeton University Department of Astrophysics, simulating how the turbulent plasmas push protons and ions. I have also worked at the Norfolk State University Department of Engineering, designing, simulating, optimizing, and building light filters for wavelength-division optical-electronic multiplexers. Another field I study is the mathematics of quasicrystals and aperiodic...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Physics
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Banke: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...my Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Adelphi University. I have worked as a school counselor for the past 9 years. I am a life-long learner and am interested in helping others deal with their academic difficulties and become excited about their own learning. I am passionate about English, Literature, History, and Latin and helping...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology

Herve: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...Technology, and Environmental Policy. I did my undergrad at The Ohio State University where I studied Arabic and Development Economics. Previously, I worked in international affairs in various hotspots throughout the world including Afghanistan and Iraq. I enjoy teaching and empowering students to not only learn the material at hand but also develop skills that...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Arabic
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy Analysis

Mary: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
I have a great passion for learning, and look forward to sharing this passion with my students. I feel as if I succeed when my students do!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Architecture
Juris Doctor, Comparative Psychology
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Reilly: Milpitas tutor
Certified Tutor
...however, his interests do not stop there! Reilly is driven daily by his deep-rooted curiosity about the world and will never miss an opportunity to share his innate love of learning with others. Whether you are struggling with a subject, or if you are just looking for someone to talk to for additional instruction, Reilly...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 780
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