Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Chula Vista, CA

...diverse, low income communities and youth all over San Diego county through an after school education curriculum. The principles of the program are that children can learn through nontraditional measures such as technology, play, and self-expression. All of the communities involved were bilingual communities such as the Spanish immersion program in South County and the Kumeyaay native people of East County. I tutored children K-8 in all subjects, especially English, Grammar, Reading, Writing, problem solving,...

...from San Diego State. I've always loved puzzles and problem solving, so naturally math and science have always been my strong suits. As a matter of fact, Calculus was, and still is, my favorite subject. As an Engineer I am also well grounded in Physics and Chemistry. I've always been a good test-taker and I know what it takes to get the grades. I know that it can make a huge difference to have some...

...graduated from the University of Redlands with a B.S. in Business Administration and a B.A. in Psychology. I am an experienced elementary and middle school tutor. While I most enjoy teaching English, I have experience tutoring in all middle and elementary school subject areas. I have tutored students in one-on-one sessions and after school "homework help" programs. In my spare time I enjoy running, hiking, swimming and baking. I also volunteer at the San Diego...

...Alcala de Henares in Spain and, like much of San Diego these days, have spoken Spanish since birth. My primary focus is Latino Spanish but I am also comfortable with the Castilian variety since that I see is just as prominent in schools. In-between these jobs, I have also worked as a photographer and filmmaker with my work being published in the "2:46 #Quakebook" charity book, Otaku USA magazine (yes, I am something of a...

I have more than five years of tutoring and teaching experience, from elementary school to high school to adult learners, having taught English, English as a Second Language, Geography, Social Studies, General Educational Development classes and SAT prep. I have experience working with students for whom English is not their first language or who have non-traditional educational backgrounds, as well as advanced students and students in the creative field.

...of Sales & Marketing for Starwood Hotels & Resorts. I have always had a passion for academia and helping others; this is 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...

I've been teaching in elementary school for four years. I've taught second and third grade. I love teaching students and seeing how much they can grow academically. I love teaching students math and reading. I like to use a lot of manipulatives while teaching math so that the students can see the "why" in math problems.

...English clubs in the city library where I helped university students and adults improve their conversational skills and their knowledge of the English speaking world. It was an immensely rewarding and formative experience, from which I gained the ability to tailor my teaching methods to meet the needs of every individual I worked with and to overcome language and cultural barriers through patience, understanding, and a good sense of humor. While I enjoy teaching the...

...to apply for my graduate degree at San Diego State University. Since my time in San Diego, I have had the opportunity to travel around to many different San Diego City Schools as a visiting teacher. I have extensive experience teaching/tutoring English in all ages as well as test prep and college essays. I am extremely passionate about education. I am a firm believer that every individual has the right to equal education. The power...

...a variety of schools and subject areas. I worked for a year with severely autistic students and enjoyed being part of a team of people committed to helping this special population. I was a Social Studies teacher for two years and now I currently work in the special education department at a middle school. I also have experience tutoring elementary aged students. In college I volunteered fifteen hours a week as a youth ministry leader....

...students around the world in a variety of subjects related to English and French learning. As a university student I tutored adults and children in English and French, and I have also worked as a full time ESL teacher in Korea for several years. My teaching style is very interactive; I’ve found that students learn best when they can engage with the material through active dialogue, and when they feel that what they’re learning has...

...experiences have enabled me to gain a broad understanding of biology and biology careers. I love learning. While working at the University of California at San Diego, I took 14 classes in literature, poetry, and film. I studied James Joyce novels, Robert Frost poetry, Film Noir, and French novels to name a few. I am fluent in French and am a skilled writer. Last summer I attended a 6-week workshop in Paris, France and made...

...I received my Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Special Education there. Since graduating from college, I was an elementary special education for four years in South Carolina. I specifically taught Reading, Written Expression, and Math intervention. My teaching/tutoring philosophy is that all children have the ability to learn and succeed and it is my job to figure out what learning style works best to help them achieve success. In my spare time I run...

...develop that confidence and the skills required to perform well both in class and on standardized tests. I also have a dynamic teaching and tutoring style that keeps students engaged and understanding the material. I understand that for most students, school is sometimes boring; luckily, I've been trained in how to keep them interested through both connecting to my students and involving them in their learning process. I do this by structuring my lessons around...

...graduate student, I have been a Teaching Assistant for various undergraduate psychology courses, including Cognitive Psychology, Biopsychology, Intro Psychology, Statistics, and Research Methods. As a Teaching Assistant, I have tutored students in one-on-one settings and in group settings, such as review sessions before exams. As evidenced by my educational background and future goals, I have a passion for expanding my knowledge in psychology, as well as helping other students succeed. When I tutor, I try...

...for Teaching. My experiences range from tutoring kids in their homes and at school, to teaching in an orphanage in Cambodia. Through all of my experiences, I have learned the three keys to success are to understand how the students learns (kinesthetic, visual, auditory), make the information relevant to their lives allowing for personal connection to the material, and support the student through answering follow-up questions. I am the type of tutor that has patience,...

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.

After completing a two year service as a Peace Corps Volunteer in West Africa, I earned my teaching credentials in both English and Special Education and taught in Philadelphia for four years. I recently relocated to sunny San Diego with my Master's degree in Education in hand and tutoring experience under my belt. English and Math are my strong suits, and I'm excited to put my tutoring skills to use through Varsity Tutors.

...of writing and learning English: from building vocabulary and brainstorming ideas to constructing a well-thought thesis, learning how to research and cite sources to discovering and developing your own style and voice--these are just some of the techniques I have helped students master. My students have been wonderfully varied, ranging from absolute newcomers to the language to students preparing for undergraduate and graduate university programs. In addition to working as a language tutor for over...

...impact , both professionally and personally, I have developed an excellent work ethic and leadership lifestyle which has been proven to motivate others. This passion has propelled me to become a teacher, seek other opportunities to improve my immediate and global community, and live with a view of obstacles in life as something to be overcome. Currently working towards obtaining my teaching credential and masters in education while cultivating different forms of artistic expression, such...