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Christina
I am starting graduate school this fall. My experiences as a student and scientist help me explain concepts and work through problems in a clear and engaging manner. I love teaching, and strive to make each personalized lesson enjoyable and productive. In addition to math and science, I can teach th...
Northwestern University
Bachelors, Computer Science

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Linda
I am graduate of Cornell University with a B.S. in Hotel Administration. Currently, I am a Masters student at the University of Southern California at the Rossier School of Education. Since graduating from Cornell, I have worked as a tutor and teacher's assistant with a focus in English, Spanish, Fr...
Cornell University
B.S. in Hotel Administration

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9+ years
I am able to tutor in a wide range of subjects and am passionate about helping students succeeding. I've never been that student who 'got things' right away, but I learned how to work hard and ask for help when I needed it. I hope to pass this on to my students.
California Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science

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Judy
I am most interested in tutoring math (middle school, high school, SAT/ACT, GRE, AP Statistics) for many reasons. My affinity for math dates back to my childhood - I've always been intrigued by it. Because of this interest, I participated in various math competitions and excelled in classes and on s...
Fuller Theological Seminary in California
Master of Science, Marriage and Family Therapy

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Benjamin
I'm working on a Master's program in Library and Information Science, but I am also a recent graduate of UC Davis where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with an emphasis on Medieval and Early Modern European History. I love learning and teaching history of all kinds, but I am also available...
University of California-Davis
Bachelor in Arts, History

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Kellie
I'm particularly passionate about chemistry, and am excited to share my enthusiasm for science with others. With the life sciences, I emphasize overall understanding in place of rote memorization. With math, I stress practice to best develop critical thinking and problem solving techniques. These ar...
University
Bachelor's

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13+ years
Sam
I am a Los Angeles area native, and hold a JD from the University of Virginia School of Law, as well as a B.A. in English from Tulane University in New Orleans. I have been a California licensed attorney since December of 2011, and currently practice full-time as a Law Clerk for four Los Angeles Sup...
Tulane University of Louisiana
Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Virginia School of Law
Juris Doctor, Law

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Kamilah
I am a graduate of Duke University with a degree in Health Policy and Education Policy. While at Duke University I was a student athlete, participated in the leadership of several clubs and service groups; as well as, working as a Math and Reading tutor. After graduation I spent a year pursing a bus...
Duke University
Bachelors, Public Policy
Duke University
Degree in Health Policy and Education Policy

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Alain
I am a recent graduate of UCLA. I majored in Business Economics and Minored in Mathematics. I began tutoring because I love to teach. My philosophy is that if you can't explain a complex idea to someone who is unfamiliar with it then you do not fully understand it. I plan to attend a graduate progra...
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelor's in Business Economics (Minor in Mathematics)

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Briana
Hi, everyone! My name is Briana. I have worked with students for 3 years. I have experience as a Speech Pathology Assistant working with students on their articulation goals, including phonics and sound production, using flashcards/activities to practice producing initial, medial, and final position...
Texas A M University-Kingsville
Bachelor of Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders
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Denice
Biology Tutor • +34 Subjects
Hello! My name is Denice and I am here to help you leap into your studies with ease and confidence.I finished with a BS in Biochemistry and Cell Biology from UC San Diego. During my college years, I committed 10-15 hours a week working as a tutor and pre-medical adviser helping students with a diverse set of class material and developing good time management or organizational skills. This commitment comes from a genuine passion for learning and helping ensure my colleagues' success. As a tutor, I used my strengths in science to help my students excel in their classes whatever they may be.To this day I continue to enjoy my academic pursuits and am currently completing my Masters in Science in Medical Health Sciences in Touro University Nevada. All these experiences have allowed me to improve my communication, patience, and teaching skills. I learned how to teach a person in a productive manner that will not discourage them. Moreover, I developed a close relationship with my students through trust and helped them by providing the tools to succeed in their respective academic pursuits.I hope you continue to pursue your dreams and with me as your tutor I can help you every step of the way.Just remember..."You have brains in your head and feet in your shoes, you can steer yourself in any direction you choose"-- Dr. Seuss
Liz
ACT English Tutor • +17 Subjects
I have eleven years of experience teaching at the college level. I teach composition, American literature, and technical writing courses, primarily to first- and second-year college students.I have taught ESL/ELL courses to adults at the Pre-GED level, and the courses included work on conversation, vocabulary work, and workplace writing.I also have considerable experience doing freelance writing (journalism, marketing, and so on).
Tiani
AP French Tutor • +33 Subjects
I am a native English speaker, tutoring classes in French, Spanish, and ESL. I have studied abroad in both Spain and France, where I taught ESL classes to people of all ages, from beginners to advanced. I was also a camp counselor in an English Immersion Camp in Madrid.I love languages, and so I love to get my students excited about learning. I speak English, French, and Spanish, and can use my travels (2008-2015 in France, Spain, and Martinique) as anecdotes to reinforce lessons, and teach students about foreign cultures as well language, seeing as the two go hand in hand.I love foreign languages, and I look forward to helping you with your studies!
Alison
AP Biology Tutor • +16 Subjects
I am a graduate of Wittenberg University, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology. One of the highlights of my college experience was working as an advisor in the Writing Center, where I helped students draft and revise their papers. For three years, I also lead Supplemental Instruction sessions for students taking introductory biology. I am proficient in Spanish, having completed AP classes in high school as well as some college-level courses. My special areas of interest are Biology and English. I love learning and want to inspire my students to undertake their own quests for knowledge. In my spare time, I enjoy writing young adult novels, reading, bird watching, and the great outdoors.
Adrienne
ACT English Tutor • +14 Subjects
I am a graduate from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Studies in Cinema & Media Culture. I have a passion for film, writing, the Arts, and expression of any kind. My enthusiasm for expression also carries over into my love for helping others achieve a level of expression within themselves that they didn't know existed. This might include improved mental clarity, awareness to other schools of thought, assistance with blossoming ideas, or learning new concepts in a way that is easily digested. I have experience tutoring close family friends in the subjects of Math, Reading/Writing, and other homework help. My philosophy when it comes to helping others is to discover which way they learn best, and then adapt my teaching approach to cater to them. There is no way that success can be obtained in learning if a student's already stellar strengths aren't taken into account first. I believe that great patience, dedication, and positive reinforcement in coordination with my tactics described above, I can help any student achieve their academic goals.In my free time I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, going to movies, hanging out in cafes, decorating my apartment, dreaming of new cities to visit, and observing my two quirky cats do adorable things such as sit like a human and watch television.
Owen
AP Latin Tutor • +9 Subjects
I am a graduate of both Trinity University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Latin, and Brandeis University, where I received my Master of Arts in Ancient Greek and Roman Studies. Between schools and since, I have tried to find personal time to continuing my studies and keeping my skills fresh by translating new works. I have worked with Shelby County Schools as a classroom teacher of Etymology but have found that I thrive much better when working one-on-one with students. I tutor Latin at all levels, with the hope that my students, regardless of their starting skill level, can learn to see the beauty and nuance of the language they are studying. I believe in education as a tool for personal enrichment, and especially the study of foreign languages as a way to understand different ways on thinking and talking about a subject as a means of deeper understanding of that subject. In my spare time, I enjoying reading, learning more about languages (even those I will likely never learn to speak), and cooking.
Nia
Algebra Tutor • +9 Subjects
Hello! I graduated from Purdue University in May 2020 with a degree in Materials Engineering. I'm a published researcher and I currently work as an engineer for a biomedical company in Louisville, CO. I spent my summers at Purdue teaching middle and high school students math and science to prepare them for a career in STEM. As a student myself during the pandemic, I'd love to help your scholar bridge any academic gaps and find the fun in math! Let's work together to build a curriculum that best fits your scholar.
Parita
ACT Prep Tutor • +23 Subjects
I am a sophomore at Harvard University pursuing a concentration in computer science. I'm also interested in potentially going on to law school after my undergraduate studies. I have a wide range of interests but I spend most of my free time either reading, painting, listening to music or dragging my friends to interesting locations to take photographs. My favorite book genre is psychological thrillers and I like listening and singing along to almost all types of music.Through school, I have been successful in many academic endeavors, largely due to the variety of techniques I've learned over the years to help understand information. I've tutored students my age in subjects ranging from essay writing to standardized test preparation to math so those are going to be the primary subjects I plan on tutoring. I've found that often students struggle to understand material not because they are incapable, but because they aren't learning in ways that align with how they think. For example, I find that visual learners like myself like to see things in front of them, whereas auditory learners benefit much more from a verbal explanation. I also think that the most important part of learning is figuring things out by yourself, so my teaching style largely consists of providing support in addition to explanations and challenges that help my students learn to think creatively in order to solve problems.As a recent high school graduate, I understand the pressures associated with standardized test preparation and the importance of tests such as the ACT and SAT. I will be tutoring preparations for both of these as I myself have taken both tests twice and improved my score in addition to helping others improve their own scores.I think learning is an enjoyable process but can often feel tedious due to the straightforward nature of many traditional teaching styles. I hope to make each tutoring session engaging, informative, and enjoyable, ultimately helping you to achieve your academic goals. I look forward to working with you!
Phyllis
American Literature Tutor • +8 Subjects
With a BA/MA in English, I have strong content knowledge, and with 15+ years teaching both high school and college, I have vast experience in teaching literature, poetry, drama, writing and grammar. I can assess a student's current level and build on that foundation to enable the student to excel. I love teaching; it's what I do!
Caleb
Civil and Environmental Engineering Tutor • +10 Subjects
I'm an engineering student with a rich background in public speaking and natural sciences willing to help anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of any subject. I understand that a conventional or traditional approach is not always the best means for learning.
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With an average student-teacher ratio of 21.6:1 in Pasadena schools, many students benefit from personalized 1-on-1 instruction to fill gaps and accelerate learning. Tutoring provides the individualized attention that allows your student to ask questions freely, work at their own pace, and get targeted help on the specific concepts they're struggling with—something that's harder to achieve in larger classroom settings.
Tutors who work with Pasadena students are familiar with California's academic standards and assessments, including CAASPP testing and grade-level expectations. They can help your student master core concepts in math, English language arts, science, and other subjects while building the critical thinking and problem-solving skills California standards emphasize.
Your student's first session is an opportunity for the tutor to understand their academic strengths, challenges, and learning style. The tutor will assess where your student stands, discuss your goals, and create a personalized plan for how tutoring can best support their success—whether that's improving grades, preparing for a test, or building confidence in a specific subject.
Pasadena students typically seek tutoring in math, English language arts, science, and test preparation (SAT, ACT, AP exams). We also connect students with tutors for foreign languages, history, and subject-specific support across middle and high school coursework. Whatever your student needs, Varsity Tutors can match them with an expert tutor in that area.
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