Top Russian Tutors serving Pleasanton
Derek: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...feel strongly that through hard work and dedication, anyone can love and succeed at math! I lived for two years in Mexico, completely immersed in the culture and language. I studied Spanish every day intensively and lived exclusively with Latin Americans. I think I spoke no more than a few hours of English during the entire time I was in Mexico! My experience gave me expert knowledge of Spanish, and now I understand what it...
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Brigham Young University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
University of Oxford - Master of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
ACT Science: 33
Anya: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...as a tutor through Cuesta College and worked there as a one one one tutor for their DSPS department. Currentlty I am a student at Mills College. I am experienced with students of all ages and subjects, though the humanities are my greatest strength. Often times students are just lacking a background in academic structure and organization, so I put a lot of overall emphasis on helpful organizational habits, study tactics, paper writing, test prep,...
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Cuesta College - Current Undergrad, Sociology
Ruth: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...Kim is an advocate for teaching in ways that embrace all the different kinds of diversity in our world. A graduate of Smith College, Ruth has worked as a teacher in a variety of community-based settings. She spent one year as a Fulbright teacher at Northern (Arctic) Federal University in Arkhangelsk, Russia, teaching English and growing international friendships. Since returning to Pittsburgh in 2012, she has taught and mentored at-risk kids and youth at Carnegie...
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Smith College - Bachelors, Comparative Literature / Russian Civilization
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 760
Daria: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...traveled to several different European countries. After my contract finished, I spent two months traveling through Spain. My favorite subjects to tutor are literature based, as that is where my interests lie. I enjoy discussing books with my students and helping them realize the subtle nuances of the author's language. I also enjoy helping my students with their own writing, helping them find their unique style. For test prep, I enjoy the English, Reading and...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Max: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...Rather, I believe the student should be truly hungry to absorb the material, to truly own it, then use that newfound knowledge as the jump-off point for even higher achievement. The student should never sit still in his/her academic achievements; rather he/she should always strive to improve and grow. It is my job to foster that hunger and to enable the student to progress at the right pace, to achieve his/her potential and then break...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 790
John: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...also am very fond of test preparation, having gone through and tutored students in both SAT and LSAT content and test taking strategy preparation. I also have experience tutoring Russian as a foreign language, and am most comfortable tutoring students in basic and intermediate reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. My philosophy on tutoring is crafting the pace and structure of each lesson to the student's individual needs and talents. It is important to provide...
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Washington and Lee University - Bachelors, International Politics, Sociology
American University Washington College of Law - PHD, Juris Doctor, MA in international politics
ACT Composite: 31
Mattius: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...move education forward, adapt to reforms in educational policy, and opens a dialogue with clients and educators about sustaining comprehensive educational technology that centralize curricula, assessment, reporting, monitoring, and instructional effectiveness in order to make education more accessible to the nation's students. I have both the education and the experience to be of great use as a tutor. With the upcoming implementation of Common Core Standards for Science content areas, I am equipped with the...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, English, Russian, Pre-Med
John: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
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American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
ACT Composite: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Verbal: 750
Daniel: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...for teaching with Varsity Tutors! My tutoring style has always been to fit the lesson to the student. Whether you're studying for chemistry test or analyzing a work of literature, prepping for the SAT or the LSAT, I make sure to focus on your goals and how to reach them. I also aim to help my students really improve the knowledge of their subject along with their writing, reading, and analytic skills--not just get past...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800
Andrew: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...a lot of fun. He improved greatly in the time I worked with him, and it was incredibly rewarding to watch him master concepts that he once found difficult. I hope to be able to help students understand the material they are studying and make it their own. By building an understanding of a subject based on the individual student's strengths, my goal is to help students achieve a lasting mastery that will be available...
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Baylor University - Bachelors, Chemistry
Anne: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...thinking and approaching various concepts and ideas. I have been fortunate to instruct and engage with students in a variety of ways, from teaching as a summer school proctor, classroom teacher, private tutor as well as a teaching assistant in a classroom setting, all of which have strengthened the various methods and techniques I have learned as a mentor. I also have a strong academic background, with a degree in biophysics as well as in...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Biophysics
San Francisco Conservatory of Music - Masters, Composition
Naama: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...something new every day. Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music and art, I've found that teaching is the one in which I have the most to offer and that gives me the most in return. I believe that confidence is the largest factor in success at anything, and preparation leads to confidence. This applies to the SAT test; it applies to performing a concert; it is universal. I want to help build...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730
Laura: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...down overwhelming material into manageable pieces, to see the big picture value of their school subjects, and to find tangible success in their every effort. I focus on helping the student talk through the their concerns and ideas. I encourage students to share their own strategies to determine what will work best with individual learning styles. I have many ideas for students to strengthen test taking and time management. I look forward to helping students...
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Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Allison: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...at my ballet studio in high school before going on to teach my college team, as well as wedding dances to private couples. I am also a freelance writer and am working on learning a fourth language, Spanish. In my observation, languages and writing skills are poorly taught in many schools, leaving students frustrated and unprepared for further learning. The improvement I see in my students, however, is immensely rewarding. With a little guidance, everyone...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English and French
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730
Ariel: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...There are many educational tools that are either not used in classrooms or are not suitable for groups, finding the right tool for the student will be central to my approach. My background is interdisciplinary and broad. I am a practicing attorney in Washington, DC with prior careers in technology consulting and intelligence analysis. I have bachelor and master degrees from Carnegie Mellon University, a law degree from Washington & Lee University, and am licensed...
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Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
Dato: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...creative writing at my high school. I am especially interested in teaching the SATs because it marks an important transition point for students about to enter college, and I would love to alleviate some of the stress associated with this process. It brings me joy to know I have helped someone succeed and get to a place they want to get to. Having had the privilege to attend a top-tier school on a scholarship, I...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Philosophy, Politics and Economics
GRE Verbal: 168
Nick: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
I want to show my students the joy of learning, as cliche as that might sound. I guess this stems from my own love of learning, but tutoring lets me share this love in a one-on-one, individual scenario. Seeing as my desired career is to be a college professor, tutoring allows me to get an early edge on my teaching skills as well.
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Rhodes College - Current Undergrad, Russian Studies
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 33
Georgia: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...in studying environmental science, and Russian. Throughout high school I volunteered with various organizations to help teach students everything from French to Taekwondo. I am most interested in Russian and Math, but tutor a wider range of subjects. I genuinely love learning, and I try to help others understand why certain subjects appeal to me, with the hope that they find their own reasons to be interested in the subjects. In my free time I...
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Columbia College New York - Current Undergrad, Undecided
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Zarina: Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...Uzbekistan and received an economic degree. I worked as an accountant in Uzbekistan. All classes I took in the Russian language. I believe that I can share the Russian culture, tradition with my students. I then studied and worked in Germany for a year. In 2009, I came to the United State of America with the "Work and Travel" program. I was raised by the principles of believing in yourself if you want to achieve...
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Tashkent Agriculture univercity - Bachelors, Economie
Le Moyne College - Masters, Occupational Therapy
Jacob : Pleasanton Russian tutor
Certified Russian Tutor in Pleasanton, CA
...favorite subject to tutor. There is nothing more rewarding than helping someone finally realize the difference between sine and cosine or finish a homework problem that has trapped them for hours. I tutor in a style of patience and confidence building. I firmly believe that with enough practice and self-confidence, anyone can become a "math person". Outside of academics, I love sports. I enjoy pickup games of basketball, football, and volleyball with friends. I also...
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Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Exercise and Wellness
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