Award-Winning Pre-Calculus Tutors serving El Cajon, CA

...for 4 years for students of all ages. I am strongest in high level math, which is my favorite subject to tutor as well. My teaching style involves guiding the student through exercises instead of just showing them how to complete them. This way, they are more engaged in the tutoring session and are able...

...into smaller fractions and slowly building up to the whole concept, which is quite effective. Additionally, I try to relate the subjects to the real world so that the student can identify why it is important and fun to learn. Outside of the academic world, my hobbies include playing volleyball, football, or basketball, scuba diving,...

...environment that is challenging but also supportive. I have also had a lot of experience with the SAT's, AP exams, and the college process, and I look forward to sharing my tips and strategies with my students. In my free time, I love to run, play tennis, read, write, and explore San Diego with my...

...to me, more like a friend. For my hobbies, I can do anything and everything that can keep me busy during my spare time. I am an outgoing person and have been of immense help to my students so far. It is one of the things that I am really good at, and hence proud...

...about how they are perceived by their peers, it can provide a clearer understanding of how they interpret the mathematics that is presented to them. This creates the opportunity for more effective instruction. When I'm not in the world of mathematics, I'm hiking in the wilderness, or concentrating on a chess problem, or cheering for...

...of tutoring throughout high school and even now in college. I believe it can truly change a student's academic prospect. For me, tutoring goes beyond helping a student solve a problem. It's helping students to enjoy the process of thinking for themselves and struggling through material. I hope that, with this position on Varsity Tutors,...

...the most frustrating subjects because so much discipline is required to truly grasp each mathematical concept. Once you've put in the work, math turns out to be a gem among school subjects because it is so rewarding. I'd like to help each of my students experience these joyous moments along his or her scholastic journey.

...a healthier sense of self-worth. What I want more than anything is to impart that sense of fulfillment to others. Whether I am teaching in a classroom, tutoring difficult concepts, showing my daughter how to tie her shoes, or just interacting with those in my daily life, I live for those "ah-ha!" moments when a...

...in white-tailed deer. I have spent the last two years in a residency program with the veterinary medical teaching hospital at UC-Davis, and I am now completing my final year of training here in San Diego studying conservation medicine. I have tutored students at all levels, from middle school to graduate school, and I have...

...the solutions, and then I challenge the student to find the solution on their own. That way the student will be able to perform on tests and quizzes without someone helping them along. Outside of school and tutoring I enjoy watching sports, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends.

...years of my undergraduate experience. I was born and raised in San Diego, and attended La Jolla High School. During my high school years, I played varsity football and lacrosse, and completed a rigorous course load. Because of my 8 years as a student-athlete, I understand the complexities of time management that students face when...

...Diego with a degree in Bioengineering and a minor in Chemistry. I have several years of experience tutoring math and SAT/ACT preparation as well as swim lessons. When I am not studying or tutoring I love being active with swimming, surfing, or riding my beach cruiser on the boardwalk! I also competed in college on...

...in life. In my teaching experience, when students actually learn the concepts and logic, not only does their math vastly improve, but they also learn to enjoy math, which is the ultimate goal. My qualifications include excelling at all high school math competitions including finishing second at the 1989 Colorado Math Olympiad. I also graduated...

...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 one-on-one help. I like to have fun with whatever I do, but more than...

...me a grade. By 13 years old I taught myself Euclidean Geometry, Calculus at 16. During the summer I enjoy going out bodysurfing when the water temperature permits. I try to go out for runs on the beach during the entire year. In the mornings I watch the stock market and keep up with the...

...classical dance to a class of 15 young girls when I was in high school; breaking down dance steps for them really taught me how to deconstruct and convey ideas. I'm patient and logical and love to work with kids. Besides taking classes, I volunteer in a research lab and dance on a nationally competitive...

...teaching students of all levels. My approach towards teaching is to assist the students when they need help but let them make the mistake first so they can learn where they went wrong. I have traveled all around the world and feel my vast experience makes me a more relatable tutor. I also enjoy robotics...

...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...

Recent Grad with a Master's in Structural Engineering, Based in San Diego CA

...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...