Award-Winning PSAT Tutors in Berkeley, CA

...important for me to engage the student, try to see things from their perspective, and to adjust my teaching style to fit whatever works for the student. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, reading, playing guitar, and studying foreign languages (I can converse in French, Spanish, German, and Vietnamese, though I'm not quite ready to teach them). Above all, I love to learn; I can get myself interested in almost any subject (thanks, Wikipedia!)....

As a UC Berkeley graduate with medical school aspirations, tutoring and teaching is a natural transition. I have experience with all age groups (elementary to post-college) and enjoy the process of creating true understanding along with building strong relationships with my students. If I can share even a fraction of my love of science, math and other subjects with students I know progress will be made!... Using guided questions and creating a strong knowledge foundation to help every individual learn the best way possible for them!

...English abilities through creative writing exercises. And I have helped college and graduate school applicants formulate and revise application essays to their dream schools. I understand the hard work and dedication that goes into SAT preparation, and I’m excited to share some of the insights and “tricks” that I gained during my own studying process to help make it easier. I am eager to help students feel confident and prepared for their test day, as...

...of culture, from Technology to Philosophy. Nothing human is foreign to me and it shouldn't be for you either. I got my math degree from UC Santa Cruz and studied the great books curriculum at St. John's College in Santa Fe. I bring over seven years of experience tutoring a variety of subjects from the middle school to college levels. My specialty is teaching academic subjects in their broader context and so connecting it more...

...and earned a 3.7 major GPA. I am also a state certified teacher in English, grades 6-12. These skills and experiences have since translated into a burgeoning pedagogical career, starting in my undergraduate years at UM. I worked with a number of students on a wide variety of topics and writings, such as medical school applications, expository and persuasive essays, business writing, and even helped someone compose a letter to the Financial Aid Department. These...

...I have a profound love for science and math, and I'm enthusiastic about sharing these subjects with students that I tutor. I have experience tutoring middle school, high school, and college level students. There is no better joy then to help someone who is struggling and unhappy with a subject find joy in it and master the material. I believe that each student is unique and therefore deserves personalized lesson plans that cater specifically to...

...As an undergraduate, I was a teaching assistant for the Economics Department where I taught lower and upper division sections along with hosting individual office hours. Herein I learned that the best method to convey complex concepts is through customized practice problems that increase in difficulty and the number of interrelated topics they test. In addition to tutoring, I also volunteer at SundayFriends in San Jose where I work with low income families on a...

...Latin America, often living for months speaking only Spanish and Portuguese. I also have spent the last eight years in a career with a heavy emphasis on persuasive writing in English. I enjoy reading and discussing literature and poetry and helping students deconstruct difficult material. My tutoring focus is on Spanish, English, literature, writing, and public speaking. Outside of tutoring, I am a triathlete, marathon runner, an avid reader, and a movie and music buff.

...intersection of healthcare, technology, and education and aspire towards a career in medicine. However, I hope to gain a rewarding experience outside of the realm of healthcare before entering medical school. Working for Varsity Tutors provides such an opportunity. I have held multiple tutoring jobs over the past few years, including tutoring Human Biology courses at Stanford and tutoring high school Chemistry. I believe that working in education is a rewarding opportunity to empower youth to...

...with a diversity of backgrounds, ages, and nationalities. During law school, I taught full-length LSAT courses and provided private LSAT tutoring for a test preparation company. Indeed, I have a special place in my heart for the LSAT, and I think it's a test that becomes much more manageable with a lot of practice and a solid understanding of its mechanics. I just moved to the Bay Area from Alaska, where I clerked for a...