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Hannah: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...the University of Southern California. I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology with a minor in Spanish and am currently in the process of applying to graduate schools to pursue a Masters degree in Education and my teaching credential. Because I have such a passion for teaching, throughout college I sought out as many opportunities as possible to support students in their learning and development. In the beginning of college, I volunteered as...
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University of Southern California - Bachelors, Sociology
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 800
Jennifer: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...tutor and educator for over 8 years. I graduated from UC Berkeley's department of English, where I majored in English and American Literature and minored in Creative Writing. Currently, I work as a Teaching Assistant and graduate instructor for college-level rhetoric and composition classes, as well as university-level senior thesis and literature seminars. I also work with everyone from ESL students to students with multiple languages to elementary-aged students just learning to read and write...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College - Master of Arts, English Literature
Lucas: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...in a variety of subjects to young learners in San Francisco. I am available throughout the year to aid elementary and high school students with math, science, English and social studies. I also offer lessons in French, statistics and research/composition skills-- plus test preparation for SAT, ACT, GED and GRE. I am an adaptable and communicative tutor, with a broad knowledge base and varied teaching experiences. After graduating magna cum laude from Georgetown University, I...
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Georgetown University - Bachelors, Int'l Environmental Studies (B.S.F.S.)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770
Grace: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...in a student is as important as building understanding. I have loved my studies and am eager to cultivate the same enthusiasm for learning in others. I am a recent graduate from the University of California, Berkeley. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Geology from the Department of Earth and Planetary Science and completed my undergraduate education with honors. While my passion is earth science, I have had experience and academic success in courses related...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Geology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
Reid : Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...am excited to be able to help students in any of the subject areas I can. I am a recent graduate of Southern Oregon University in Ashland, Oregon. I graduated with a Degree in Political Science and a minor in Philosophy. I was also a tutor at my school's Writing Center. My main areas of strength in terms of tutoring are English, American Literature, World and American History, and American and Comparative Government. I became...
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Southern Oregon University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Shannon: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...June 2014 with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Biological Sciences, with an emphasis in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior, as well as a Bachelor's of Arts degree in English, with an emphasis in Literature, Criticism, and Analysis. I have worked as a tutor for six years. During this time, I have had the most experience tutoring pre-algebra, algebra, advanced algebra, geometry, Spanish and college-level algebra. I think based on the amount I have tutored and...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelors, Biological Sciences & English (Double Major)
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 162
Arianna: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...in Anthropology from Pitzer College, with an emphasis in Indigenous Studies. After graduating, I moved to Peru where I conducted a micro finance feasibility study in a rural indigenous community in the Andes. While carrying out my study, I received my ESL Instructor Certifications and taught English to both urban and rural high school students across the country. I tutor a vast array of subjects from Algebra to Spanish, but my favorites are English, History,...
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Pitzer College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Josh: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
My favorite word is "why." And why is that, you may ask? Well, I am subject to a never-ending flow of knowledge because I perpetually wonder why. The search for answers to any question beginning with "why" has taught me everything I know -- and put me in a position to disseminate my knowledge to other people. Tutoring is the best possible way for me to do that.
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University of California-Berkeley - Current Undergrad, Physics, Economics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Evan: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...a writer by habit. I have over three years of teaching experience at private tutoring companies, UC Berkeley, UC Berkeley's Summer Bridge Program, and as a freelance political science/calculus tutor (there's more overlap than you think). In 2014, my paper "Set Theory and Fuzzy Sets: Their Relationship to Natural Language" was published in the Newsletter of the American Political Science Association Organized Section for Qualitative and Multi-Method Research. I'm fond of good food and bad...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Jeanette: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
I love teaching pretty much anything! I began tutoring English, math and science as a freshman in college, then added dance and aerial acrobatics to my repertoire. Now, I specialize in all things English, writing, reading, French and anatomy.
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California State University-Long Beach - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Panta: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...for 6 years, I can honestly say that I love languages! I learned German fin Germany when I was on the year-long Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange program in high school. I went to Germany knowing only a few words, so I definitely know language learning frustrations first-hand. I kept working at it, studied abroad again at the University of Bonn, and earned my Bachelor's degree in German! I was able to apply these skills as an...
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University of Kansas - Bachelors, Germanic Langauges & Literatures
University of Kansas - Masters, Curriculum & Instruction
Terry: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...Francisco State University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English and a minor in Computer Science in 1981. Since graduation, I have worked as a professional programmer and project manager in Silicon Valley. Among the companies I have worked for are Intuit, where I was a project manager for Quicken, and Aclara BioSciences where I was a biotech programmer and manager. In 2006 I transitioned to teaching and have taught Computer Science and Philosophy...
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SFSU - Bachelor in Arts, English with Computer Science Minor
Audrey: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...College with a specialty in critical reading and writing skills. I have prior experience working at my school's writing center to assist first-year students with college-level essays. I have also captained an award-winning collegiate mock trial team for several years, which involves mentoring younger students in oral and written communication skills. In addition to my experience, standardized testing has always been a forte of mine. I am enthusiastic about sharing the skills and strategies that...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Jenny: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...University in St. Louis, studying Electrical Engineering (undergrad), Throughout high school but less so in college, I have tutored students and peers in academic areas more focused on writing and math. A core part of my teaching and learning philosophy is that I will have mastered a material if I can teach another person these concepts and come up with my own examples to illustrate my understanding. I will infuse this goal within my tutoring...
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Claremont McKenna College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 730
Talia: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...College in 2008, double majoring in Psychology and Sociology. In 2011, I received my California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential. I have been working in classrooms, providing academic support, since 2004. I have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs, from moderate to severe, and the gifted population. I am highly adept in tailoring education to fit each learner's needs, while maximizing output, motivation, and self-confidence. I sincerely enjoy working with children, listening to their...
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Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology
Jacqueline: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...the University of Richmond, where I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Literature, with a a minor in Creative Writing. I have studied Essay Writing at Oxford University and Literature at Harvard University. In my free time, I am a volunteer for several charitable organizations such as Romanian Children's Relief, Stop Hunger Now, and Relay for Life. Though I tutor in a wide variety of topics, I am most passionate about English. I...
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University of Richmond - Bachelor in Arts, English
Milan: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...Theater double-major at Stanford University in Northern California, Milan is very excited to be a part of the Varsity Tutors team. His main academic interests are English, philosophy, math, and computer science, but Milan enjoys many other subjects (psychology, physics, and economics to name a few). He is fluent in Spanish and an active member of the Latino community. In his free time, he enjoys reading, writing, and taking the occasional photograph.
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Stanford University - Bachelors, Computer Science, English (double major)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750
James: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...community college Instructional Assistant, I have developed a passion for education and personal tutoring. Years of experience writing creatively, academically, and professionally have provided me with the skills necessary to assist students of all ages with their essays and homework. Whether the student is just getting started with brainstorming and idea development or putting the final touches on a paper and in need of help revising and editing, I am here to assist and encourage...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, English Literature
Robert: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...the premier public university of the U.S. and probably the world, I had studied history and English from some of the most renown historians and literature professors in academia. There I learned the art and rigor of research, reading, writing, and reflective thinking. This December, I will finish a MA at San Francisco State University in English composition, focusing in-depth on all types of writing and how to teach writing to K-12 and university students...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, History
San Francisco State University - Masters, English
Katherine: Palo Alto English Grammar and Syntax tutor
Certified English Grammar and Syntax Tutor in Palo Alto, CA
...high school English teacher, I have taught in both the private and public sector. From working with students who are reluctant writers or readers, to those students who want to bring their writing to a higher level, I am comfortable working with a variety of students and their learning styles. In a one-on-one setting I can support the student’s current English curriculum-with reading comprehension (how to engage with a text critically and analytically), organization, grammar...
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Holy Names University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities
Holy Names University - Masters, English
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