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Ema: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...math. I have five years of experience as a math tutor, during which time I helped students ages 3-17 with math ranging from basic arithmetic to pre-calculus. My favorite math topic is algebra, particularly because of its usefulness in solving real-world word problems. In addition to mathematics, I find joy in teaching/elucidating Shakespeare to high-school students. As a classically trained actor, I find it fun to tackle Shakespeare’s dense texts from a performance and character-driven...
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Harvard University - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Chandler: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...am a current undergraduate student at Occidental College, where I am majoring in Chemistry. I have a passion for teaching and engaging students with their education. There is little that is more rewarding than aiding a struggling student successfully. In high school, I was a member of the National Honors Society and relished the opportunities that organization provided me to tutor others. I love learning, and I love sharing that with others. What better way...
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Occidental College - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Travis: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...simply checking the boxes and getting the right answer is not success. What I value far more is not just telling students the answers to their problems, but providing them with the resources and strategies to arrive at the correct answer themselves. Not only does this empower students, but it also gives them a framework to understand and tackle more complex problems outside of tutoring. Additionally, I see no value in simply telling a student...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Steven : Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...I spent my junior year abroad in Santiago, Chile at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. As a language-learner and teacher, I'm aware of what areas of the Spanish language are most difficult for English speakers and how to effectively navigate challenging concepts. In addition to leading larger groups of students, I also tutored individuals who were struggling in the classroom. In high school, I was a National Merit Scholar and National AP Scholar, and...
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Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish, International Studies
University of California-Irvine - PHD, Sociology
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 36
ACT Science: 32
Clara: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...In high school, I tutored for the SAT as well as teaching swimming lessons for over four years, so I am very confident in my ability to make complicated topics understandable. My favorite area is standardized testing. I love the look on a student's face when they realize that they don't have to be nervous about an exam - that it can actually be really fun if the questions are viewed as the simple patterns...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Emily: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...medical school student (matriculating fall 2017) and Stanford undergraduate alum with a passion for learning and teaching about the human brain, behavior and body. I'm excited to work with others who are looking to do the same! Another passion of mine is the Spanish language. I studied abroad in South America while in undergrad and have the opportunity to continually practice my skills with my Mexican boyfriend and his family. Hablamos Español juntos, no?
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Stanford University - Bachelors, Psychology with Neuroscience Track
MCAT: 42
Alan: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...favorite subjects to teach would be the ACT science portion, as well as US History. My tutoring style involves a lot of preparation work as well as review. I believe that the best way for students to learn, and it has helped me as well, is to constantly practice questions in whatever subject they may be studying. This is especially true for science and math subjects. Cramming simply does not work in getting the material...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Biology
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 36
Anna: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
I majored in Middle Eastern Studies and minored in math during undergrad at Cornell. Since graduating I've worked in a number of fields and countries, although the common theme is teaching English and researching in the Middle East. As an English Teaching Assistant at Weill Medical School in Qatar, I became competent at editing and guiding students in writing. I'm now a first year fellow studying Policy Analysis at the Pardee RAND Graduate School.
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Near Eastern Studies
Pardee RAND Graduate School - PHD, Policy Analysis
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 790
Hope: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...graduate with a Bachelor's in Nutrition and a minor in Spanish from Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego where I competed on the tennis team for four years. I tutored throughout college for peers, high school students, and middle school students. I also taught private tennis lessons for six years after high school. I am very passionate about teaching! I have just applied to dental school and am planning to start in fall of...
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Point Loma Nazarene University - Bachelor in Arts, Nutrition and Food
Naama: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...teach a bi-weekly SAT Prep course in Glendale, and an advanced Competition Math class for two age groups (6-8 and 9-12). It's a lot of fun! I've always found math pretty neat and like to get students interested in it too! I love to travel and have been fortunate enough to do a lot of it during my quarter-century on this planetRussia, all over Europe, the Middle East, Venezuela, Mexico, India, and pretty much every...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730
Jon: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...programs. Students have always given positive reviews when I ask them about the experience, commenting that the time was enjoyable and that learning came naturally. In my opinion, this is the best way to truly learn something. Outside of the classroom, I have a large set of hobbies and interests. I enjoy basketball, tennis, road biking, mountain biking, skiing, running, chess, working on my car, watching football, and going to the gym.
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Western Washington University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
University of California-Riverside - Master of Science, Biochemistry
Martin: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...the University of California, Berkeley with a degree in Applied Mathematics, emphasizing in Actuarial Science, and a minor in Music. I have been tutoring for a few years now. I've tutored students of all ages and levels. I like to keep things simple; my approach is to break down difficult problems into smaller, easier, more manageable problems. I teach my students to do the same. I enjoy helping anybody who wants to learn.
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
Rebecca: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...honors from New York University where I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Dramatic Literature. In the past I have tutored at an after school care program at an elementary school, and I have also worked with college students on essays. I am passionate about English, Literature, and Composition. I am excited to share my interests with others. I love writing, and I truly believe that essay writing and reading comprehension are skills that...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Dramatic Literature
Caroline: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...K-12 students of the Oakland area in Language Arts and Mathematics and served as a mentor for many high school students. I have also been an undergraduate student instructor for the General Biology lab course offered at U.C. Berkeley, a prerequisite for students wishing to pursue Biology as a major. Since I have a wide range of teaching experiences in both academic subjects and test preparation, I am highly adaptable to different learning styles and...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 800
Ayesha: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...I first began tutoring in spring 2014 and immediately fell in love with it; as a college student I myself study with friends/study partners quite frequently. Working with clients feels almost similar to these relaxed and enjoyable - yet highly productive and efficient - study sessions. I find joy in demonstrating to students that these tutoring sessions don't have to feel like tribulation; although I am their tutor, I am also a student just like...
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Pasadena City College - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
Marissa : Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...independence, and fulfillment and I want to help students succeed in their reading and writing to empower them to freedom. One of my favorite historical books is The Narrative of the Life of Fredrick Douglas. In his autobiography, Douglas, a former slave, describes how his masters kept him enslaved by making it illegal for slaves to learn to read and write. However, one of Douglas' kinder mistresses educated him, and this power enabled him to...
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Providence Christian College - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts with English and History Concentrations
Ni: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...educational program. Right now, I'm working as a professional commercial editor in a TV company. But I have endless passion in language and teaching. I would like to find some opportunities to sharing my knowledge towards mandarin and Asian & US film industry. I'm a passionate and caring person. I would like to teach students and the same time learn from them. We could share different culture, lifestyle, philosophy. It's a plus if the students...
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Nanchang University - Bachelors, Broadcasting and Media
Loyola Marymount University - Masters, Film Production
Drew: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...years. While my methods in teaching rely on a few fundamental principles, I realize that each student I come into contact with learns in very different ways. I believe I am a good fit for your student not because of my knowledge in specific subjects, but my ability to cater to each student's individual learning strengths - creating a work environment in which your student is not only comfortable, but one in which they thrive.
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Occidental College - Current Undergrad, Physics/Mathematics
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
Jessica: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...students in LA's South Bay. I specialized in a wide range of subjects to fit my clients' needs, however, I am most passionate about teaching skills for Writing, Reading, Grammar, and Spanish. In my opinion, languages, both those that we are native to and new ones we wish to acquire, are fascinating but also take a lot of work to stay fresh. I understand the struggles many students face while grappling with reading and writing...
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University of the Pacific - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations; Spanish
UC Irvine School of Law - Juris Doctor, n/a
Tina: Manhattan Beach tutor
Certified Tutor in Manhattan Beach, CA
...a part-time job after I finished college. Then I went on to teach middle and high school classes as a Teach for America teacher for a couple of months. After completing two Master degrees in business and bioscience, I worked as a product manager in the medical device industry for the past 10+ years. My kids are now four and six, and I decided to take some time to be a stay-at-home mom to be...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Biology, General
Claremont Graduate University - Masters, MBA, MBS
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Manhattan Beach, California, is a small city along the Pacific Coast, within Los Angeles County. There are about 4,000 residents in the area, who benefit from access to some of the best schools in the country. Manhattan Beach ranks as the second most-educated city in the Los Angeles County, and the fifth most-educated city in California. The small city is also home to several surfing and beach volleyball enthusiasts and features beautiful Sand Dune Park.
Since Manhattan Beach prides itself on its incredible education, skilled in-person or online Manhattan Beach, CA, tutors can help students work to get ahead in their courses or test prep with one-on-one tutoring sessions. The Manhattan Beach Unified School District has five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school - Mira Costa, which ranks in the top 1 percent of all secondary academies in the United States. There are also four private schools, including the Montessori School of Manhattan Beach. These educational institutions are highly competitive and drive students just like you to achieve incredible academic success. One of many great ways to get ahead among well-educated peers is to find a Manhattan Beach tutor. Private instruction and test prep from tutors in Manhattan Beach, through either online or in-home tutoring, could provide a chance to get into elite schools across California, too. You can apply for several fantastic colleges and universities in the Los Angeles area, including the University of California, Los Angeles, the University of Southern California, or Loyola Marymount University.
There are several great attractions, both in Manhattan Beach and the greater Los Angeles area. Since Manhattan Beach is on the Pacific Coast, ocean-lovers can enjoy the beach whenever they want. The Roundhouse Marine Studies Lab and Aquarium offers a great view of marine life. You can pick up a great book at independent book store, Pages, or enjoy a walk along the Hermosa Valley Greenbelt. An educational trip into Los Angeles for your family can mean a day enjoying the Griffith Observatory, the California Science Center, or the Getty Museum. Your educational goals are within reach, and you could become more confident by receiving tutoring in Manhattan Beach, CA, to prepare yourself for college.
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