Top Special Education Tutors serving San Jose
Jennifer: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...and composition classes, as well as university-level senior thesis and literature seminars. I also work with everyone from ESL students to students with multiple languages to elementary-aged students just learning to read and write for the first time. And although it may sound silly, I get really excited about reading, writing, researching, and editing, and even more so, I look forward to working with students! I'm available to help, instruct, and work collaboratively with anyone...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College - Master of Arts, English Literature
Arianna: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...subjects from Algebra to Spanish, but my favorites are English, History, and organizational skills. In my observations, I have always found that giving students proper organizing skills as their foundation for success allows them to reach their full academic potential. I enjoy nothing more than witnessing the students I work with master and apply skills that they once found impossible. In my spare time I love to read, watch films, and keeping up with the...
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Pitzer College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Hans: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...from elementary school to college. In high school I also excelled on the SAT (2220) and a plethora of AP tests (4s and 5s across the board), and so would be happy to aid with any test prep you may need. I am a very amicable person, and truly think that I could have a successful tutoring relationship with virtually anyone. I am happy to speak with you more prior to a lesson should you...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750
Rebecca: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring relationship where I can help individualize learning to each person's particular learning style. Outside of academic interests, I enjoy cooking, being...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Katherine: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...and Psychological Services, and am currently working to complete a Master's in Professional Behavior Analysis. I have been working with children with developmental disabilities at an ABA agency in the Washington, DC area for the past few years. My job includes creating measurable milestones to help learners achieve their goals, and determining what teaching methods will be most effective for each individual client. I believe that active student responding, personalized programs, and a focus on...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Human Development and Psychological Services
Florida Institute of Technology - Current Grad Student, Professional Behavior Analysis
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Katie: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...range of subjects, but I am most passionate about Math, English, Literature, and Essay Writing. My favorite subject to tutor would be Math. I love seeing students have that "aha!" moment when a math problem finally makes sense. I also have experience with ACT Test Preparation. I have a love for learning, and I try to instill this passion in all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis, reading, being crafty,...
Education & Certification
Truman State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Truman State University - Masters, Education
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Vivienne: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...at Boston College, majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Marketing. I have tutored for two years through a small Tutoring volunteer program in the Twin Cities Metro area. I taught math, science, and ACT preparation for students eight to 15. This year I am a board member of the Women in STEM club at Boston College and row on BC's DI women's crew team. I enjoy teaching computer science, algebra, and calculus.
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Boston College - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Crosby: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...as I say to my students, "failure is not final". Using my data, I am able to model resilience to my students by adapting my approach to best meet the individual needs of the student. In addition to my aforementioned pedagogical toolkit, I am a passionate learner. WIth my varied educational, professional, and personal experiences, I am able to tutor in a variety of content areas. Through my graduate education and experience as a teacher,...
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New York University - Bachelors, Anthroplogy
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Masters, Special Education
Jessica: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...enough time and a breakdown of the material into small pieces. When both parties are willing to put in effort, it’s hard to fail. And if the student doesn’t truly want to learn the material, then it’s important to ask why that is, and how to change that mindset—because as “useless” as many students think learning how to, say, calculate an integral or write an essay analyzing Austen is, most of the skills they pick...
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University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Economics, Cancer Biology
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Massiel: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...on average twenty children ages 5-10. Then I began professionally tutoring through my high school when I was sixteen until I was eighteen. I assisted middle schoolers and high schoolers, ages 11-18, on their core subjects: math, reading, social sciences, and physical sciences. I also assisted them in Spanish (all levels), AP classes, PSAT skills, and SAT skills. My greatest strength is assisting students get more organized and take better notes when they are in...
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University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Human and Social Development, International Studies, and Philosophy
Brianna: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...concentration in Marketing Analytics and a minor in Mathematics. I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from elementary school to college students through various subjects. I have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized learning fun. Math, science and...
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University of Richmond - Current Undergrad, Business Administration and Management
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 34
SAT Math: 770
Molly: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...adult professional writing - as I have written two distinguished theses as part of my academic training. As a Tutor, I can do more than simply help students with homework. My approach to aiding them is three-fold. I will work to: 1. Review and reteach material from her school that has proven difficult. 2. Diagnostically assess for instructional gaps and then fill in gaps to bolster a strong subject area foundation. 3. Impart test-taking skills...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
Serita: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...I currently tutor students at my middle school and have two years of experience tutoring for the SSATs. I have my Masters in Special Education and Secondary Math. I graduated from Columbia University in 2010 where I majored in history. I believe every student has the ability, when given the correct resources, to learn. I will be dedicated to helping your student maximize their learning and gain confidence with all academic subjects.
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Chestnut Hill College - Master of Science, Special Education
Max: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...should I learn something that happened already?"); in my view, history is alive and full of useful lessons that can be applied at the personal, national and societal levels, and I enjoy teaching this point of view to students, helping them to see history as a living, deeply relevant subject matter. My teaching philosophy can be summed in three words: never sit still. I don't see learning as a static process, whereby a student studies...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 790
Zachary: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...K-6 students in math, reading, writing and standardized test taking, I've tutored students K-12 on algebra, geometry, English (including all AP courses) and history courses. I'm also qualified as a tutor for public speaking including composition and delivery. My style of teaching involves incorporating technology, games, and creative activities that help build true understanding, not just memorize facts and information. Outside of the educational realm, I'm an avid reader, a Nationals fanatic and a proud...
Education & Certification
Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Masters in Education, Special Education
Matthew: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...their endeavors to master whatever tests, subjects, or ideas they wish. I am a student at Brigham Young University, and am currently an undecided major. I have a passion for tutoring and helping my pupils succeed. I am charismatic, fun, hardworking, spontaneous, and reliable! I am more than a guy with a brain; I have an ability to connect with people on a personal level. As you will see, my various tactics and approaches when...
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Brigham Young University-Provo - Current Undergrad, Undecided
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Kristie: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...subjects, especially English, Grammar, Reading, Writing, problem solving, storytelling, Math, organization, and study skills, while pertaining to the open curriculum of "La Clase Magica". I have also tutored elementary-aged children through the YMCA Mentorship program focusing on daily homework tasks and study skills. Since graduation, I have spent the last year living and working in Washington, DC in the nonprofit sector. I thoroughly enjoyed my work but realized I needed to return to my roots...
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UC- San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Communications
Joo Ree: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...completed 6 months of study abroad in South Korea. I have extensive 1:1 tutoring experience. In college, I worked as a teacher and private tutor for Korean high school students applying for US colleges. As a graduate student, I served as a reading interventionist for K-4th graders for 2 years. I have previous test prep experience as an ACT class teacher and private tutor for a national company. My most recent tutoring experience was for...
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Carleton College - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities - Masters, Educational Psychology
Shelby: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...the confidence to choose any path in life; opens doors figuratively and literally. Everyone can learn to read and write; they just need a teacher with passion and purpose to take the time and effort to determine how to best instruct the individual student; I am that teacher. I am excited to work with even more students, as a Varsity tutor, to continue to "fill in educational gaps" and walk through some doors that have...
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Clemson University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Arkansas State University-Main Campus - Masters, Educational/School Leadership
Carrie: San Jose Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in San Jose, CA
...years. I earned my Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education and Special Education from Northern Kentucky University. I then earned my Masters in the Art of Teaching from University of South Florida. My experiences include: teaching elementary school in all subject areas, middle school in Language Arts and Reading, and special education. I am also an adjunct professor at a nearby university. I am currently certified in Reading (K-12), Elementary Education (K-6), ESOL (K-12) (English...
Education & Certification
Northern Kentucky University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
University of South Forida - Master of Arts Teaching, ESE
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