Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors in San Mateo, CA

...student. Foreign languages are not only one of the most useful skills I have learned, but they also each bring a unique perspective to communication that is reflective of the cultures they stem from. Thus, learning languages has encouraged me to open my mind to different ways of looking at things, and it is this that I most love sharing with my students. My first tutoring work was teaching math, and I enjoy breaking down...

...worked with students of all ages from kindergarten to adulthood and am a staunch believer that it is never too late to fall in love with learning any subject (even math!). My approach to tutoring is the same way I approach training for a sport. If you are willing to put in the effort, you will get better (and if you're doing it right you can have some fun along the way).

...markets and building strategies to develop the economic livelihood for the rural villagers. In addition, I tutored students from international schools and provided independent services to musicians, as well as helped direct a US State Department academic exchange program between Indonesian and US high school students. Aside from work, I love the outdoors. I grew up surfing, playing soccer, snowboarding, cycling, fishing, and camping. My hobbies also include rock-climbing, cooking, reading, gardening, studying languages, and...

...school. In college, I spent some time studying and living in Ecuador and Peru, so I also speak Spanish. I have worked with students of all ages, from elementary school students just learning to read to Masters' students trying to perfect their theses. I am interested in a broad variety of topics (I completed two majors and two minors in college), and I am great at explaining complicated concepts in ways that are easy to...

...with subjects in Chemistry, Biology and Physics. I have taught Chemistry and Biology courses at UC Berkeley as a lecturer and graduate student instructor (GSI). My enthusiasm and passion for teaching was recognized with the Outstanding GSI Award given by the Dean of Graduate Arts and Sciences to the top 9%. My goal as a tutor is to help each student reach their personal academic goals by teaching effective study habits and test taking strategies...

...I tutor a broad range of subjects, the subjects that interest me the most are calculus, college level mathematics, and test prep. I have a calm, adaptive tutoring style. I revise my tutoring strategies to fit each student's unique traits and I believe that a calm demeanor causes students to be less stressed, which in turn improves their performance. In my spare time, I enjoy following 49ers football and playing obscure computer games.

...tutored psychology, math up to calculus 2, philosophy, and have a deep passion for tutoring writing and reading comprehension. I help students break down the writing process into a linear algorithm, with an emphasis in structure and thesis building. I believe in the development of a strong base of knowledge and love for learning. I am currently woking with middle school students at St. Paul's school to create educational profiles in the process of streamlining...

...double majoring in Psychology and Sociology. In 2011, I received my California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential. I have been working in classrooms, providing academic support, since 2004. I have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs, from moderate to severe, and the gifted population. I am highly adept in tailoring education to fit each learner's needs, while maximizing output, motivation, and self-confidence. I sincerely enjoy working with children, listening to their stories, and sharing...

...lab as a tutor. I had the pleasure of tutoring a diverse range of writing-related subjects and an even more diverse ensemble of students, from native speakers to English Language Learners, students fresh out of high school to adult re-entry. Currently, I also volunteer in a public high school social studies classroom. I most enjoy tutoring history, literature, and writing skills, as well as various forms of test prep. My goal after every session is...

...educator for UCSD Student Health Services, I have trained incoming volunteers in health education and taught college-students in a variety of health topics. Finally, in my last research position at UCSD School of Medicine, I taught several incoming researchers in immunological, genetic, and biochemical theory as well as relevant applications. I tutor a wide range of subjects including Physics, Math, Biology, English Reading and Writing, and more. While I have a background in many subjects,...