Award-Winning SAT Reading Tutors in Pittsburg, CA

...I have a passion for learning languages- I have studied Spanish since the 5th grade, minored in Mandarin Chinese at university, and have spent time learning French and German on my own- so I would have to say that my favorite subjects to tutor are Spanish and Mandarin. I also write essays very frequently and...

...explore the Berkeley hills on my own. I'll sit on a tree stump and watch the sun go down and squint to see the print in my book. Oh - more than anything, I love a good conversation with a friend. But a good conversation with anyone is a treat! I hope to have the...

...and the sciences. I cut my teeth in the City of Brotherly Love, where I studied biology and music at the University of Pennsylvania. I first fell in love with Philly at LIFT, a resource center in North Philadelphia where I connected low-income clients to non-profit community resources. Then, I parlayed this experience into a...

...in Madrid, Spain, volunteered with a preschool reading program in East Palo Alto, and I am currently assisting a group of Aim High 8th graders with their independent high school application essays. I am especially passionate about preparing students for standardized tests and editing personal statement essays. Many students experience test anxiety and are unsure...

...various academic subjects. I particularly enjoy tutoring Physics, Chemistry, and Algebra. Although Math and Science are traditionally viewed as difficult subjects, I believe that once students realize that such subjects are not something to be afraid of, they excel very quickly. Seemingly daunting word problems can be broken down into manageable bits and solved very...

...safe to say I favor tutoring writing (for its ability to unleash the creativity in anyone), economics (the fusion of logic and reasoning with money-matters), and SAT prep (because who doesn't enjoy tearing apart the Collegeboard's tests and their patterns?). To me, the most crucial part of tutoring is new understanding. I absolutely relish the...

...always one, and only one, right answer. Through effective communication and patience, the student is not only able to learn the mathematical process, but also the ability to think analytically. I would say that my tutoring philosophy is based on encouragement and always validating the opinions of the student before steering the student in the...

...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!

...I feel that I am making a positive impact on the world and helping to shape a better future though providing education and care to young people. Because of this, I care passionately about the success of the students, and I am dedicated to their needs. I am a great tutor because I meet each...

...quantitative clarity that comes with teaching Mathematics as well. For the last few years I have also been tutoring English grammar and pronunciation to adults in Japan via Skype. In tutoring there is always that fine line between teaching and telling, and I always strive to make sure that the student is truly learning and...