
Jennifer: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...be a part of a student's learning progress and helping them reach their potential is very fulfilling. And seeing how a student can surprise themselves with their own abilities is the best thing a tutor can ask for. For mathematics, I've taken up to Calculus BC in high school, and Multivariable Calculus at UCR. I understand the concepts, but I can also explain them using applicable examples. Really, math is like a language; you need to...
Education & Certification
University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Kristine: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...applying for dental school with a DAT score in the 98th percentile. For more than eight years, I have taught students in many different subjects such as DAT, SAT, Chemistry (General and Organic), Biology, and Physics in both classroom and tutoring environments. Besides academics, I have even taught swimming and dance. My tutoring style focuses on tailoring the lesson to target the students weaknesses. I am very attentive and adaptable ensuring a more productive experience....
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Genetics and Psychology

Alok: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
I am a 4th year Mechanical Engineering Major at UC Irvine. I have taken every core math, physics, and engineering course within mechanical engineering. In the past I have tutored pre algebra, algebra, and calculus. Throughout my university experience, I excelled in math in particular.
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Samantha: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...true passions with the encouragement, inspiration and support of enthusiastic professors and fellow students. I have been a Biology, Anatomy, Physiology and English tutor for almost 4 years now and tutored a total of over 400 students in that time period. I like to create a relaxed and comfortable environment for those that I tutor. Communication is key and I believe it is important to be able to explain topics in a variety of ways...
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts-Boston - Bachelor of Science, Biology, Exercise and Health Sciences

Paul: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
'Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean. Ryunosuke Satoro. Im passionate about Ocean Conservation, Marine Exploration and protecting the environment. I've worked hard to become a better teacher and mentor. I recently completed my Masters degree at Utah State University as an Environmental Engineer. I love working with students and get them interested in science and maths, especially chemistry! ... Make it fun, relevant, and interactive. Find common ground.... Find out about the...
Education & Certification
University of Melbourne - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Utah State University - Masters, Environmental Engineering

Kate: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...at Berkeley City College for introductory biology classes for a few semesters, and also work as a lab technician at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory focusing on breast cancer. Most my experience in teaching has been with community college students, so I aim to make the concepts clear and inspire them to further their career in science. As a first generation Chinese immigrant, I am also fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese Chinese! I am very passionate...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science

Christie: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...parents are teachers (one high school-level and one university-level), I have both observed their teaching methods in the classroom and have received their teaching. I have had the opportunity to communicate through difficult concepts with them, evaluate methods, and test approaches occasionally with my own tutees. I have taught the English language, a subject I am very familiar with, to primary school students in Japan as well as have explained how polarizability benefits SN2 nucleophiles...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology

Steven: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...would love to pass on my tips and tricks for those preparing for the SAT and ACT. Of note, something in particular that attracts me to tutoring is that by working one-on-one with a student, I am able to cater my teaching style towards his or her learning style, ultimately allowing the student to better learn the material. Beyond the academics, in my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis and hiking or exploring the outdoors.
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Daniel: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...I have tutored fellow classmates throughout college in a variety of subjects; I have tutored biology, physics, math, history, chemistry, and ecology. My teaching method is to make complex ideas more relative to simple concepts and everyday life. I believe that making connections to concepts while learning is the easiest way to grasp a subject. I enjoy all sports with an emphasis in basketball, baseball, football, soccer, and tennis. I played all of these sports...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Zoology

Melissa: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...a problem or concept, so when teaching I use scaffolding to break concepts down into manageable parts. I have experience teaching Computer Science to a classroom of 20 high school students from different socioeconomic backgrounds. This included daily lectures, mentoring, and one on one tutoring/debugging, among other responsibilities. I also gained experience tutoring college students during my time as an undergraduate. I emphasize understanding the concepts behind a problem, not just getting the assignment working,...
Education & Certification
Sonoma State University - Bachelors, Computer Science

Lucas: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...Washington, D.C. for several years. I am now pursuing a career in education. I have worked with students in a range of settings-- as a K-12 substitute teacher, an after-school program instructor, and a graduate teaching assistant in geography and economics. My time spent at the head of the classroom has granted me a great deal of patience for working with a range of learning styles, and a passion for creating positive learning experiences. Good...
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Georgetown University - Bachelors, Int'l Environmental Studies (B.S.F.S.)

Samuel: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...spent time working in a charter school, as a private English tutor in Madrid, and with both private and non-profit academic support and enrichment programs. Over the years I've taught just about every subject. I love helping students develop a positive, can-do attitude in relation to subjects that used to make them feel anxious and confused. (In my experience this is often math or standardized tests, but I also love to tutor writing and general...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education

Bryan: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...Controlling wind turbines! Shooting rockets underwater! I like to keep math rooted in the real world. I can teach you the basics of geometry, algebra, calculus and statistics, but more interestingly I can show you how to use what you learn to master the world around you. I'm not a professional teacher, I'm just a regular guy who learned all the tricks the hard, long way, and I want to share them with you! Conquering...
Education & Certification
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Kranthi: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
I graduated from the University of California Berkeley in 2013 with a degree in Integrative Biology. In addition, I have also received a Masters in Biomedical Science from the Tufts School of Medicine this past summer. Since graduation, I have been applying to medical schools around the country and my hope is to one day...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
Tufts School of Medicine - Master of Science, Biomedical Science

Sophia: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...teach and hearing my students tell me that they learn more with me in an hour than they do in an entire week of school! When I teach, I strive to let my students know that they are in a safe place where no question is too insignificant to ask while simultaneously encouraging them to be active participants in the sessions so that they can better retain the material we cover and better analyze problems...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Chemistry; Molecular Cell Biology

Haley: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
Certified CPC with an A.A.S. Degree in Business Management with Medical Office Assistant Option. Great tutors helped me to succeed so I'm happy to pay it forward and help others succeed too.
Education & Certification
Murray State College - Associate in Science, Medical Office Assistance

Donald: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...been my philosophy to make sure the student understands a subject by breaking down concepts in the easiest way. My passion for the sciences drives me to not only teach what is on paper, but offer deeper insights to the material. I also love to laugh, and because of that, I try to make sessions light hearted, and less intimidating. Furthermore, as a problem solver, I will stop at nothing to ensure a student succeeds...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics

Samantha: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
I have been teaching and tutoring college level chemistry for the past 7 years, the last 2 of college obtaining my bachelors (B.S.) at Sonoma State University in chemistry and 5 years while obtaining my Ph.D. at UC Santa Cruz in chemistry (bioinorganic). I love chemical research and teaching chemistry to others. While not teaching or tutoring I enjoy running and hiking on trials because I think you have to put in effort to see...
Education & Certification
Sonoma State University - Bachelors, Chemistry
University of California-Santa Cruz - PHD, Chemistry

Arianna: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...of Arts in Anthropology from Pitzer College, with an emphasis in Indigenous Studies. After graduating, I moved to Peru where I conducted a micro finance feasibility study in a rural indigenous community in the Andes. While carrying out my study, I received my ESL Instructor Certifications and taught English to both urban and rural high school students across the country. I tutor a vast array of subjects from Algebra to Spanish, but my favorites are...
Education & Certification
Pitzer College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Kathleen: San Rafael Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...minds is uplifting because it is wonderful to be able to promote a fun environment while encouraging the students to stay focused in their education. I am currently tutoring science, biology, and math. I am truly passionate about the sciences and am determined to help students who are struggling in this area as I believe being strong in these areas can lead to a bright future. When I am not studying or working, I always...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry/ Biochemistry
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