
Christina: Santa Monica Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...best learning path for each of my students, and I find joy in collaborating with learners on how they best learn. My connection to math is anchored in this creative spirit--helping students see these patterns is the first step to feeling empowered as budding mathematicians. I am committed to personalizing learning for each of my students. I use diagnostic assessments to help identify areas of need and use one-on-one targeted instruction to focus on filling...
Education & Certification
Sarah Lawrence College - Bachelors, Liberal Arts
The New School - Masters, Creative Writing: Poetry
State Certified Teacher

Amanda: Santa Monica Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...school math. But I am most passionate (and get most geeked out about) teaching science, especially topics in Biology and Life Science, because I love learning about how our living world works! My teaching philosophy revolves around students harnessing their strengths to become independent learners, and my job is to facilitate making those connections. Outside of education, I love spending time outdoors and doing yoga (a combination of both would be ideal!).... My teaching philosophy is...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelors, Psychology, Pre-Med
Loyola Marymount University - Unknown, Single Subject Teaching Credential

Nick: Santa Monica Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...a "learning kitbag of tools." I like to help set in place a way of approaching work that students feel confident with and can implement without supervision. My personal literary interests are in Shakespearian text, modern fiction, and history- particularly British and Roman. Outside of that, I am a religious player of the ukulele, guitar, and bass, and as an actor, I have worked for The Royal Shakespeare Company, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London, The Royal...
Education & Certification
University of Huddersfield, UK - Bachelors, Fine Art (Theatre)
LAMDA - Unknown, Acting

Claire: Santa Monica Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...of learning and thinking. I believe that we all construct our own knowledge through experience - we learn by doing, by experimenting, trying, and experiencing - and I encourage my students to try out and adjust their own strategies, instead of always expecting them to do it my way. I am an artist, writer and musician (I led a folk band for 5 years). I am an avid public transit rider and often get around...
Education & Certification
Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Music
University of Southern California - Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching (Multiple Subject)
State Certified Teacher

Helen: Santa Monica Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
I'm a communications professional with a master's degree in pharmacology from Tulane University, a master's degree in journalism from USC and a bachelor's degree in neuroscience. I have two years of professional tutoring experience and thrive on guiding students to that "aha!" moment.
Education & Certification
Rhodes College - Bachelors, Neuroscience
University of Southern California - Current Grad Student, Journalism

Jason: Santa Monica Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...believe in individuals' capacities for growth in efficient learning. My goal is to provide as much information as possible to every student in how to best develop personalized methods for maintaining an open mind for effective learning and memory. My methods can be, at least in part, attributed to my passion for motor sports, which began in rural Michigan. Through racing, I embrace incredible focus which assists me in every area of life. I encourage...
Education & Certification
Central Michigan University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Patrick: Santa Monica Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...world behaves as it does. I have taught numerous forms of standardized tests for admittance to high schools and colleges. It is not uncommon for my students to see significant increases in math, reading, and writing sections of these tests. I always find that the best tutoring results come from keeping sessions as fun and engaging as possible while still covering the material. When not tutoring, I teach performance classes in subjects like magic, comedy,...
Education & Certification
Emerson College - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre Studies

Casey: Santa Monica Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
I've been a student of the world for almost three decades and I feel like I've just scratched the surface of what's to be learned about it. I'm excited to connect with new people and share the knowledge I know while gaining new perspectives about what has been in front of me this whole time.... I believe anyone can learn anything with the right approach. Everyone has their own learning style and once you figure out...
Education & Certification
Monroe Community College - Associates, Visual Communication

Emiliano: Santa Monica Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...an active part of helping kids get ahead in life. I personally believe this goal is significant not only for their future, but for that of our whole society. Education allows one to appreciate and understand a variety of cultures, ideas, and events. For more than eight years I have worked as a tutor, working with students of all grades K-12, and have worked with students of all stripes, including several with autism and dyslexia.
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, Religious Studies

Jasmine Mae: Santa Monica Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...of obtaining my Bachelors of Arts in Psychology. I also have my AA in Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Social and Behavioral Sciences. I tutored elementary and middle school students when I was in High School. My plans after my bachelors would to go to school for occupational therapy where I will be able to work with children with disabilities I'm also super patient with anyone I interact with as well as talkative.
Education & Certification
California State University-Channel Islands - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
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