Award-Winning ISEE Tutors in East Bay, CA

...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 stories, and...

...and go explore the Berkeley hills on my own. I'll sit on a tree stump and watch the sun go down and squint to see the print in my book. Oh - more than anything, I love a good conversation with a friend. But a good conversation with anyone is a treat! I hope to...

...flexible and adaptive thinking, and learning structures such as test-taking skills to succeed in specific environments. I currently study clinical psychology at UC Berkeley, although I majored at Williams College in math and English. I have a wide variety of interests both academically and non-academically, and am especially interested in art, fiction, the outdoors, yoga...

...I work with students to break down information into easy to manage pieces and make sure they are understanding each step as they go along. If students still seem to be struggling, I return to more basic concepts and help them build upon what they already know. I use a variety of methods in my...

...of a student's learning progress and helping them reach their potential is very fulfilling. And seeing how a student can surprise themselves with their own abilities is the best thing a tutor can ask for. For mathematics, I've taken up to Calculus BC in high school, and Multivariable Calculus at UCR. I understand the concepts,...

...on Prezi presentations and reviewing various test prep books to gather meaningful and common practice problems to teach. I would credit my teaching philosophy to my mom - a college psychology professor prior to immigrating to the U.S. The methods she used to help me learn and to drive my curiosity still influence how I...

...like to learn a new language: what is difficult, what concepts are hard for English speakers, etc. I even tutor math in Spanish a couple nights a week! I am so excited to get to know you and to help you learn! Knowledge is so important to me, and even more important is being able to...

...experience with ESL students and those with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, ADHD and cognitive impairments. Language arts are a true passion of mine, both academically and professionally. As a bilingual writer for the State Department and two publishing companies, I've learned effective writing skills I love to share with students. I believe that each individual...

...and academic success. We all have the right and responsibility to accept ourselves by defining who we are on our own terms and knowing what we stand for. This intricate balance can be achieved through increasing the availability and visibility of positive role models, advocating for participation in extracurricular activities, and educating students about goal...

I believe that all individuals are capable of learning and making progress. It is up to the educator to establish rapport with that individual, identify their learning style and IGNITE the desire to acquire knowledge.