
Mary Joan: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
I believe that teaching is an interactive process. Teacher and learner and student all interact with each other. I also believe that education is about learning skills and strategies as well as actual content. And the really exciting thing is that learning is lifelong and always enriching, if you want it to be.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English Composition
Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

David: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...day job is to help others use the written word and to explain civics and government to a large audience. I'm also constantly using statistics and algebra to demonstrate my points, and I can help you learn all the basic concepts. I scored highly on the SAT, both in math and reading, and I'd love...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Ancient Greek
Master of Science, Journalism

Iain: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
Hi - I'm Iain, an MBA whose great experience with standardized testing makes me think that I can do a fantastic job helping people into the school of their choice!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Masters in Business Administration, Finance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 800

Matthew: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...Anthropology and Economics. During my time there, I also wrote for the HuffPost and conducted research in Biology. I then went on to get a Masters Degree in Secondary Education from Arizona State University, and I am a certified teacher with two years of classroom experience. I have been tutoring since I was a freshman...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Olivia-Anne: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...low-income countries like my homeland Nigeria. I have been working with both high school and college students since my freshman year of college as both a mentor and a tutor. My passion for teaching was reinforced after graduation when I became a tutor to the students of DePaul Academy who struggle in various subject matters...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Premedicine
Master of Science, Public Health
SAT Math: 730

Samuel: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...college for over 15 years. Learning is, for me, like a beautiful puzzle with many pieces that always fit together despite the challenge, and despite the fact that different learners see the pieces differently. My role as a tutor (and indeed a puzzle master), is simply helping to channel learners' abilities towards the best and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Master of Arts, Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies
GRE Quantitative: 150
GRE Verbal: 150

Mariella: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
I am a senior at the University of Notre Dame and I desire to engage meaningfully with the world by helping others in any way that I am capable.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33

Christian: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...formally and informally from high school through graduate school, most recently as a game theory and microeconomics tutor for first year public policy graduate students. I also worked as a graduate school TA for game theory and cost-benefit analysis courses. I am passionate about lacrosse and football. I have been a boys lacrosse coach since...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies
LSAT: 176

Stephen: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...recently graduated from the University of Notre Dame in Mathematics and Great Books. I have instructional experience in a range of subjects including k-12 reading, college-level math, essay writing, and test prep. As a tutor, I aim to be encouraging and personable, and I work with students to set reasonable goals for each session. If...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
GRE Verbal: 164

Brent: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...need to pass the test, achieve your best scores, and utilize the information beyond the test. I earned a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame, 5+ years experience as an Analyst for Fortune 500 organizations. My strongest academic specialties are quantitative (Mathematics/Sciences). I have a passion for Liberal Arts...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 770

John: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
I graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelors in International Economics and German and a minor in Philosophy. I have studied and worked in Germany on several occasions. I am currently a law student at the University of Georgia School of Law.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Economics
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
LSAT: 166

Charles: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...Langenfeld and I am currently a freshman at the University of Notre Dame pursuing a degree in finance. I went to Marquette University High School in Milwaukee, WI where I served as a student tutor for two years. I especially love tutoring students in math and English and look forward to working with you!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Valerie: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
I am an Engineering and Business graduate that enjoys helping students of all ages find their path in Math and Science. I am very patient with student of all ages and academic levels.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
Master of Science, Business Administration and Management

Jakob: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...lover of learning and enjoy any opportunity to share that love with others. I have extensive tutoring experience at all grade levels, an engineering degree from the University of Notre Dame, and credentials from two Fortune 300 med-tech companies. I look forward to discussing how we can accelerate the progress toward your academic goals.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Laura: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...MTS. After that I practiced law, taught philosophy and world religions at community college, ran for local office (I won, and served a five-year term), and worked as an online community manager. I love tutoring because I get to work with students on subjects I'm passionate about teaching, while setting my own schedule so I'm...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 31

Elizabeth: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...and composition and writing at the high school and college levels. I also have a PhD in history. As the mother of a child with dyslexia and ADHD I developed a special passion for teaching struggling readers. As someone who struggled with undiagnosed ADD for my entire childhood yet still went on to earn a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Doctor of Philosophy, History

Myles: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...and passionate about helping students succeed with testing and graduate school admissions. Writing is another area of interest for me. I especially enjoy helping students develop their writing skills. I love learning and I want to help students learn to love it too. Learning is valuable for its own sake apart from any practical considerations....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Master of Arts, Theology
GRE Quantitative: 169

Stephen: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...and accounting experience to assist you in gaining a better conceptual understanding of the subject matter and help you achieve your academic and personal goals. By way of background, I am a graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a degree in Accounting. I spent the first 20 years of my career in public...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Quinn: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...areas. I took the ACT three times, so I feel very familiar with the test taking experience and strategies for success. My teaching style is very open and transparent; I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Erin: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor
...to teach. I just completed my undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame. I will be returning next year to complete a Master's in Mechanical Engineering before heading to Northwestern University to complete a PhD in Biomedical Engineering. I eventually want to become a professor at a research-based institution. I have...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Doctor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
GRE Quantitative: 165
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