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...the International Rescue Committee and have also privately tutored online for five years. I believe in learning by doing, always teaching language in context and helping students develop lifelong self-study skills. When teaching writing, I focus on the process and helping students build confidence in expressing themselves as the become stronger writers.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English

Kristina: Oakland tutor
Certified Tutor
...social work and have enjoyed the teaching platform of experiential education and masters student intern supervision throughout my career. I am looking forward to the opportunity to share my passion for the social work profession through tutoring and helping individuals prepare for the Licensure Exam. I believe that you are the expert on how you...
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Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Master of Social Work, Social Work

Michael: Oakland tutor
Certified Tutor
...learning should be a lesson able to be used in life instead of just for memorization for a test. Learning is so much more than that. It is an opportunity to help students see the world from different viewpoints, to conceptualize responses to solutions for issues that may be plaguing the world. In the United...
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Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Doctor of Education, Educational Administration

Ngozi: Oakland tutor
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...of Science in Psychology. Then I completed a Master's of Science in Rehabilitation from the Illinois Institute of Technology. Lastly, I completed a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Georgia School of Professional Psychology. For over ten years, I have tutored students in test preparation, psychology, and math. I tutor because I enjoy working with...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Doctor of Science, Clinical Psychology

Geoff: Oakland tutor
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...the ground running, I'm your guy. ADDITION: After being with Varsity Tutors for nearly two years, I've helped students in over half the country so far...list is below and alphabetical. And I'm always looking to add more! SO don't be intimidated by my location...I can help!! Students so far from: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC,...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, Mass Communications

Nithil: Oakland tutor
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...most passionate about all sectors of math when it comes to teaching. When I was tutoring kids at my high school, I found I most enjoyed and was most able to help kids in the math sections of their SATs. I am a firm believer in not just memorizing formulas for math, but understanding the...
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Bachelor of Engineering, Biochemical Engineering

Harsh: Oakland tutor
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...money to improve the quality of lives of children affected or infected by HIV. My Prior tutoring experience was at Darlington boarding school, which had dorms that housed its boarding students. I assisted with study hall, where students devoted 2 hours of their time to their school work. They were allowed to come to me...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Vignesh: Oakland tutor
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...students learn math and other skills through practice and hard work. I began my tutoring career at Kumon where I developed a passion to help other students excel in their academic careers. My teaching philosophy is practice, the only to truly master a subject is to practice it until you can do it with your...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 730

Prentice: Oakland tutor
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...asks why again, and tends to voice thoughts without out filter or inhibition. It's not because I am incapable of being professional, or because I think or feel I can say what I want, I'm simply and unapologetically hard wired in way that my thinking and perception is different from the average person. I, ladies...
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Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Masters in Education, Educational Psychology

Jane: Oakland tutor
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...Sports Science with the hopes of becoming an Athletic Trainer. I first began tutoring in middle school. I went to local elementary school and taught after school programs in computer science. Since then I have done some tutoring at a local library for students who needed homework help (high school) and have helped teach tennis...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Education, Exercise Science
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Brittany: Oakland tutor
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...in Biology. Currently, I am working for a stem cell research lab at the university. I am super passionate about helping students of all levels grow into the smart young learners that I know they are. My teaching style is very nurturing. I am patient and understanding of their needs and will do whatever it...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Verbal: 720

Sydney: Oakland tutor
Certified Tutor
...that frustration. I am very comfortable teaching algebra 1 and 2 as well as Anatomy and Physiology and Biology. I am most comfortable tutoring in language based subjects such as English, Composition, and Reading. I have a 3.67 GPA at the University of Georgia and please feel free to message me if you would like...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Clinical Psychology
Sam: Oakland tutor
Certified Tutor
...learn differently. Some are quick, some take more time. Some like visual aid, while others prefer that it's explained like a Lovecraftian novel. Getting a concept to "click" can be more complicated than a simple definition. However, I believe it is well worth the time and effort. In any case, I am willing to modify...
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Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

J'nai: Oakland tutor
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...public library work included planning library events for kids such as preschool story time, Vacation Reading Program (a summer literacy initiative), and community outreach to schools and daycare centers. I have a BA in English from the University of Georgia and a 120-hour TESOL certificate through International Open Academy. I'm contemplating going for a Masters...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English

Purvardh: Oakland tutor
Certified Tutor
...Math, Science, Accounting, Personal Finance, and Economics. I get excited when students show a strong desire to excel and master a subject. Obtaining skills and an education have really improved the quality of my life and I hope to inspire this appreciation to my students. In my spare time, I enjoy plant based cooking, reading,...
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Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Education, Mathematics Teacher Education

Reily: Oakland tutor
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Math Tutor from UGA with many years of tutoring experience and guaranteed grade improvement :)
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Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education

Sahar: Oakland tutor
Certified Tutor
...also increasing the likelihood of a higher initial salary. Learning foreign languages is also a personal passion of mine; I can speak Gujarati, Hindi, Spanish, Arabic, and French! I've been tutoring for all ages in English and writing for four years. Although I have taught in classrooms, I have found that personalized and individualized tutoring...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Business Administration, International Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770

Nirali: Oakland tutor
Certified Tutor
...My name is Nirali Patel and I am super excited to start my journey with Varsity Tutors. Since, I have recently completed my bachelor's degree, I definitely understand how difficult the role of student can be. I hope I can help you along your journey by teaching you some of the things I have learned.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting and Finance

Monroe: Oakland tutor
Certified Tutor
...am majoring in political science. I have taught elementary-aged children in structured environments for five years. I have also tutored middle and high school students in general subjects, AP courses, and SAT/ACT test prep extensively over the past year. These experiences have prepared me to teach through Varsity Tutors, and I am thrilled to be...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
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