Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in San Marcos, CA

...was 15. I became a merit badge instructor at a summer camp, and through the camp became a Red Cross Instructor. This drove me to obtain my EMT-B training and work as the camp health officer. Since obtaining my bachelor's I have helped a number of radiology students in preparation for the ARRT(R) exam. I worked at a trauma center as an RT(R) and thoroughly enjoyed incorporating my EMT background with radiography.

...gained acceptance. Prior to graduating, I have tutored at a private tutoring company near UC Davis for 2 years. Through this experience, I proven effectiveness in teaching subjects ranging from Elementary math and Common core, to Algebra and Pre-Calculus, as well as Chemistry, Biology, Reading, and Writing. Out of these subjects, I believe that helping students build a strong foundation in Math and Science are most important. When tutoring, I show where these topics come...

...am a recent graduate from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering. I am looking to earn a little extra money while on the hunt to start my career. I have experience tutoring from my old high school days and really enjoyed it. As you may assume, math is my strong point as I had to pass through many rigorous courses throughout my collegiate career. Please contact me at (619) 933...

...their professional and graduate degrees. I am also a native Mandarin Chinese speaker. My teaching style is one in which I want to inspire the students to see that learning can be fun rather than be a chore; to have great understanding in any subject requires hard work, but the reward is in knowing and having the confidence to say "I am an expert in this field." I believe in actively engaging the student while...

I just recently graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in kinesiology and a minor in chemistry. I am in the process of applying to medical school. I enjoy teaching others what I have learned. In my free time I like to watch sports and spend time with friends and family.

...why I have selected the opportunity to work with Varsity Tutors. From the time I was in elementary school I have participated in tutoring, test prep, academic counseling, and other activities. My strongest areas include: Writing, all levels of English Language and Literature, History, and all elementary and junior high level education. I am definitely an outgoing person who loves the opportunity to meet new people. I am flexible with scheduling and work well with...

...where I began tutoring junior high students in math. Since then, I have helped students (including medical students doing hospital rotations) succeed in academics. I have improved a lot in my teaching methods and make each session high energy and interactive. Most recently I did a pediatrics internship at UCSF-Fresno, but with my background in the biotechnology industry, I'd like to go back into research. I enjoy math almost as much as Biology/Medicine and am...

...I really enjoy working one on one with students and in small groups. I have taught an after school class for a few years to help students in math, writing, and reading. In the class we worked in small groups on many topics including homework, current school and grade level topics and old topics to help with intervention. I have also taught summer school to help students before moving on to the next grade level....

...frequently help my peers tackle tough science concepts. I have also spent many hours assisting teachers at the junior high level. I tutor a variety of sciences including: Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Physics, Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, and Genetics. I also tutor Pre-Algebra and Algebra. My favorite subjects to tutor are Physiology and Anatomy since these subjects are the basis for understanding medicinal practices. Students that I tutor will have a plan aimed toward success in their...

...life and I have always had a passion for math which is why I decided to pursue a degree in math. I have a year of tutoring experience during my senior year of high school and I really enjoyed making myself available for other students to help them along with difficult math concepts. I find tutoring very rewarding and love to see students grow and develop their skills with my help. I have learned in...

Hello! I am a fourth year Physiology and Neuroscience major at UC San Diego. I enjoy teaching students and would like to help students improve with subjects in school and standardized tests. I have a strong background in Biology, Chemistry, Math, and standardized tests like SAT. I find that active learning is important to facilitate improvement and implement this by incorporating many questions/ practice problems in my lessons.

...history and art lessons to students ranging from kindergarten to 6th grade. This was when I first had a taste of the valuable and rewarding experience of teaching. After graduation, I decided to teach English abroad in Hanoi, Vietnam. I lived there for a year teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) to a wide range of classes from Fundamentals for pre-kindergarteners to Business English for adults. During this time, I began tutoring college level...

...students in math. I was a teacher's assistant in a junior high math class as well as a high school math class. My passion is teaching students math. In the Fall I will be going to get my Master's in Education and my Teaching Credential to teach math at the junior high and high school levels. I also love sports! I played four years of collegiate soccer and I am currently playing for the San...

...visual puzzle and reactions are the steps to solve it. I believe any person can learn any subject; it just has to be explained in the way that they need to hear it. It's the Teacher's job to figure out how to get through. I love explaining things in a visual manner because that's what makes the most sense to me as a learner. As you might assume, I believe anyone can be a "Math...

...his or her own learning process. Students are our nation’s greatest assets, this I will never forget. Students in my classes receive direct instruction and learn from wide-ranging instructional techniques that enhance the classroom environment. My enthusiasm is contagious. Students feed from my enthusiasm, making learning fun and exciting. In my daily reflection, I focus on three questions: What was supposed to happen? What did happen? How can I make it better next time? These...

...Using my real world experiences to help students make the "why do I need to learn this" connection is one of my strengths. Seeing the look on a student's face when they have that break through moment is one of the most rewarding experiences I have had in my time with teaching. The best compliment I've received from my students is that I actually take the time to find where the disconnect is and then...

I enjoy working in education, helping people achieve their goals, and showing that school mastery is achievable. My goal is to help you become a better learner and more competent individual in your subject. ... I work with students in order for them to gain confidence with study skills and the actual subjects. I believe that patience through learning is a key concept to learning beyond just knowledge content.

...problem solving. -Teaching students to work collaboratively. -Reduce science and math anxiety. Teaching techniques: I have teaching experience on Algebra 1,middle school math. I first talk to my students with one example and covering the motivations behind the techniques. I try to pick examples that can be greatly extended over the course of the semester as the knowledge base expands.When I am teaching a course, I often give questions to excite the students about the...

...stopped practicing when my son was born 6 years ago and I did some online teaching as an adjunct instructor for Ashford University. Before that I was an SAT tutor (in college), I tutored students in elementary and high school subjects (reading, writing, test-taking skills, exam skills, spelling, grammar, homework), and throughout my career have mentored students and adults. I have always valued education, learning, and mentoring. I believe my background will make me a...

...proposals. I am also currently teaching a section of an Introductory Psychology class at CSU San Marcos. My favorite areas in which to tutor would hands down be statistics and research methods. As a tutor, I value the interaction with students, as I love to be a mentor and provide guidance in both academics and life management strategies. I have many other interests outside of academia, including rock climbing, juggling (I can juggle 7 balls),...