Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Silicon Valley, CA

...finished with a B+ and went on to get his Engineering degree. I felt so satisfied by that experience that it got me hooked on tutoring. For the next year, I helped college students pass their math courses. I focused my efforts on the practical applications of what they were learning to make the subject matter more interesting. Tutoring students also opened up a part of me that truly enjoys helping others. I have volunteered...

...entertaining videos. I teach a variety of subjects at a high school level and lower, but I am most comfortable with math and sciences. My favorite subject is Statistics, as it has several practical uses that I apply in my life nearly every day. I start by getting to know a student and observing how their mind works. I constantly ask questions to make sure their train of thought is correct as giving a direct...

...most important lesson I've learned would be that it is important to never lose hope when life gets tough. It's okay if you don't have all As every semester in every class: what's more important is your effort. One's efforts and hard work are what really measure one's intelligence and my goal as a Varsity Tutors instructor are to not only teach my students the material but also encourage them to work hard as school...

...create their own science experiment. Throughout my schooling I have enjoyed working with peers in group setting and unofficially tutoring my younger sibling and cousins. I recognize the importance of individualized learning and will bring that into each tutoring session. As a tutor, I will build upon students foundation of knowledge to build from the ground up and allow full understanding of more complex topics. I have had many teachers contributed to myself falling 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, and organizational skills. In my observations, I have always found that giving students proper organizing skills as their foundation for success allows them to reach their...

...school applications to one day become a physician. During my undergraduate schooling, I worked with and mentored high school students through a program with the university and their cancer center, to promote higher learning in disadvantaged and underrepresented minority students. This ultimately will increase the number of minorities in biomedical research. Working with students and empowering their minds is uplifting because it is wonderful to be able to promote a fun environment while encouraging the...

...requires more than just knowing facts and how to find the right answers. A good teacher must help students recognize their individual learning styles, discover any flaws in their foundation knowledge, set reasonable goals, and look for deeper meanings behind why a problem is best solved a certain way. Moreover, she taught me the importance of concise communication, organization and empathy when teaching. I think that not only is teaching more similar to coaching than...

I have a Bachelor's of Science in Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology. I am very passionate about the life sciences and also have experience in psychology and mathematics. I am an active volunteer at a children's hospital and plan on pursuing a career in medicine. My goals are to help my students learn in a fun environment that also nurtures their appreciation for that subject.

I recently received a Masters in Psychology from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. During my time in the program, I was a TA for courses in Statistics and Psychology. Currently, I am attending Palo Alto University to obtain a PhD in Clinical Psychology. During my time off from classes, I will be available to tutor several subjects both in-person in the Bay Area as well as online. I will gladly tutor students of any...

...several different subjects, I especially love tutoring chemistry and math. I have had experience preparing students to take standardized chemistry tests, as well as younger students struggling in math concepts. I truly believe that anyone is capable of excelling in any area they desire with the right tools. As a tutor, my role is to give students the necessary tools to succeed on their educational journey. My interests in addition to tutoring include working with...

One of my greatest passions has always been teaching. I love working with students and getting to learn from them and help them get a clear understanding of their subject material. There is nothing quite as impactful in life as a good teacher, and I hope to be this teacher for as many students as I can.

I am a friendly, fun loving and patient tutor. I have lots of experience working with students of all ages. And I think work is a lot easier when it is fun!

Hi there- My name is Reema. I'm extremely passionate about teaching. My goal is to ensure that the student is a 100% confident with the concepts. I believe that learning should be fun, and to ensure that this purpose is solved, I make the classes a 100% interactive. Along with being a tutor, I try to be a good friend and a counselor too so that the connect with the students is better. Besides, teaching...

...concepts in unorthodox ways: a student loves business? We can apply math to profit-maximization problems. Physics? Applying math to moving particles is incredibly intuitive. Math is beautiful in that it can be approached in many ways - for example, each problem has an algebraic, geometric, and graphical interpretation - and I love searching for the approach that best fits the student. While my specialty is math, I am confident tutoring any section of the ACT....

...of Oxford and I am actively doing research in mathematics. I took all the standard undergraduate coursework both in the United States and in Russia, and left with (near) perfect grades. On weekends, I taught and mentored a group of teenagers in Oxford and am now a tutor in various capacities. I feel strongly that through hard work and dedication, anyone can love and succeed at math! I lived for two years in Mexico, completely...

...student would understand the basic knowledge and question first. After that, I would go further to expand their knowledge. I also need the collaboration between my client and the student along with their expectation. My parents are both high school teachers in Physics and Chemistry, so I simulated her their teaching way to tutor my friends in high school and college. My parents want to reinforce my knowledge, understand the questions, and work together with...

I have served as a tutor during middle school and high school for subjects ranging from math to history to English. I think that I'm a great tutor because I am knowledgeable in the subjects that I have listed above. I am also very patient when teaching others because I understand how difficult some concepts can be to grasp having struggled with them myself earlier in life. ... My teaching philosophy can best be described as...

...Francisco Bay Area (where I grew up) and have been tutoring high school students in math and science. I have worked with students of all ages in a wide range of subjects; however, I am most passionate about helping high school students prepare for the SAT and ACT math and science tests. With my free time, I enjoy playing with my two cats (a large orange tabby and a tiny black kitten), cooking, reading, swimming,...

I am a former attorney, nurse, guardian, and educator. I have earned five degrees in science, nursing, law, business, and taxation. I have owned and operated a private legal practice and nurse testing company, and I am TEFL certified. I have taught and mentored nurses and law students in classroom and clinical settings, and I have assisted professors while working in a university library on various research projects. I like to teach and work with...

...you want an involved, patient, detail-oriented tutor, I'm your best choice :) Education is a gift that mostly goes unrecognized. People are praised for their talent and intelligence, but rarely is the opportunity to learn mentioned when people reach success. I'm thankful for the opportunities my education has brought me, and that's why I love to tutor! I hope to clarify the topics that are fuzzy and to create plans that will bring students a...