Top STAAR Tutors serving San Diego

Matthew: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...am also well grounded in Physics and Chemistry. I've always been a good test-taker and I know what it takes to get the grades. I know that it can make a huge difference to have some one-on-one help. I like to have fun with whatever I do, but more than anything, I want to make a difference. In my free time I love to play and listen to music or play any kinds of sports...
Education & Certification
San Diego State University - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

Ashley: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...philosophy is that all children have the ability to learn and succeed and it is my job to figure out what learning style works best to help them achieve success. In my spare time I run with West Coast Road Runners, enjoy going to the beach with my own children, and watching sports. I am a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan! I hope to learn to paddle board and surf now that I'm a California resident...
Education & Certification
Clarion University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Elementary/Special Education
State Certified Teacher

Hugo: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
I am a Structural Engineering graduate from UCSD. I specialize in tutoring Math, Science, and test prep (SAT, AP, etc.), though I feel confident tutoring in a wide-range of subject areas. Some of my hobbies include sports (football and soccer) and video games. I look forward to working with you!
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Structural Engineering

Kristie: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...the Kumeyaay native people of East County. I tutored children K-8 in all 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...
Education & Certification
UC- San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Communications

Alyson: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...students learns (kinesthetic, visual, auditory), make the information relevant to their lives allowing for personal connection to the material, and support the student through answering follow-up questions. I am the type of tutor that has patience, understanding, and a good sense of humor to the point that I want the student to enjoy learning the material more than it just being bearable. I promise that I will always try my hardest, be flexible, and change...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelors, Finance and Communication
National University - Masters, Elementary Special Education Teaching Mild to Moderate Disabilities
State Certified Teacher

John: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
ACT Composite: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Verbal: 750

Sahar: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...seeking help for classes before, and I speak from personal experience when I say that nothing feels better than finally understanding a subject with the help of tutor. I believe that each child learns differently and approaches to teaching different children must be molded to fit that specific child. My approach is to find each student's learning style and help them to achieve their goals using that learning style. It is not the child that...
Education & Certification
Emory University - Current Undergrad Student, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31

Madeline: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...students that I tutor to feel comfortable when I am tutoring them and I believe all students have the ability to improve. I am very comfortable teaching all subjects for grades up to 9th grade and, when dealing with high school courses, I love to tutor most math and science courses including many AP courses. I also have a lot of experience with standardized test prep and love to tutor for that as well.... I would...
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 750

Jennifer: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...giving up. When I was in high school, I struggled a lot with math, and this caused me to view myself as a failure. Working with my own tutors and teachers helped me realize that I am capable of overcoming difficulties through perseverance, and that's a skill that I want to pass on to the students I tutor. Everyone makes mistakes and has struggles, but the important thing is that you can move past those...
Education & Certification
Smith College - Current Undergrad, Education and Child Studies and Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 760

Koga: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...Teach For America corp member in the Dallas Independent School District. I know that the confidence that a student receives when they finally understand a concept that has alluded them is powerful enough to positively impact them in all arenas of their life, not just in school. Confidence in your own ability is a powerful thing! I am excited to be part of the Varsity Tutors program and to continue teaching and inspiring through education!
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
State Certified Teacher

Sarah: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...goal with students is to make a connection with them and bring alive pre-algebra, phonics, the questioning mechanics of the SAT - whatever the student is learning. When a connection is made, we can bridge the gaps and make learning fun and lasting. Everyone can be a math person, everyone can love grammar, everyone can write a stellar paper. Every student is different, and every student can achieve success. In my free time I love...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Art History
American University of Paris - Master of Arts, Communications
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700

Nolan: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...students, to adults. I tutor a wide variety of subjects including math, Spanish, ESL, and test prep. I really enjoy tutoring geometry and algebra or SAT prep. My tutoring strengths include finding multiple ways to explain things for my students and giving real value to the learning process so that information can be retained. Outside of the academic world, I love to listen to and make music. I play volleyball, rugby, and soccer in my...
Education & Certification
Ursinus College - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740

Connor: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...in undergraduate coursework pertaining to these subjects and have prior experience in assisting pre-professional (pre-medical and pre-nursing) students looking to succeed in their required general science classes. My tutoring methodology is dependent on the establishment of a strong conceptual framework, and subsequent application of theory through practice problems (the best way to master any pure science). I frequently employ the use of problem sets and practice tests to monitor my students' progress.... Students develop independent learning...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
GRE Verbal: 165

Kay: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...contributing factors which hinder them academically. It is my belief all students are able to achieve academic success and I work tireless to identify strategies to assist them in overcoming hurdles. I tutor a broad range of subjects and age groups. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling around the country, engaging in community art projects, walking and curling up with a good book. I am a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated and...
Education & Certification
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville - Bachelors, Psychology
Webster University - Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology
Webster University - Masters, Business Administration and Management

Jeremy: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...at St. Vincent's Free Clinic in Galveston both weekdays and weekends. Supervised by UTMB faculties and 4th year medical school students, I was in charge of the paperwork for reduced-cost medicine in low-income families. I also assisted in various medical procedures. I volunteered at Hillcrest Cancer Center. There, I got to know the cancer patients on a personal level and found out what kind of hardships they were going through. I regularly volunteer at the...
Education & Certification
Baylor University - Bachelor of Science, Biology minor Prehealth
University of North Texas Health Science Center - Master of Science, Health Management and Policy
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 35

Elissa: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
As a tutor, my role is to guide students toward finding their own answers. I help them realize how much they already know and apply that knowledge to new learning. When there are gaps in the background knowledge, I help to fill those in. If you need to catch up on a class you're behind in, learn strategies for test-taking, or just have somebody else explain a concept you're not getting, I can help!
Education & Certification
Angelo State University - Bachelors, Mathematics

Janet: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
As an educator for 20 years in both the US and Canada, I enjoying working with students of all ages. With a background in Special Education and tutoring for test prep (GED, ACT, SAT), I have a heart for those who find it difficult to succeed in the classroom. It is my passion to encourage students and help them learn strategies to succeed in their education and in life. ... All students have the ability to...
Education & Certification
Moody Bible Institue - Bachelors, International Mnistries
Lamar University - Masters, School Counseling
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Science: 31

Andy: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...certified Social Studies Composite 4-12 and Math 4-8 teacher with Master degree in History and five years of teaching experience in various social studies subjects and math. I started my teaching career as a U.S history and AP Human Geography teacher at Harmony School of Science at Houston, Texas, and at Harmony Science Academy at Houston. I accumulated the rest of my teaching experience in various learning centers and international programs in China teaching AP...
Education & Certification
Unversity of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, History
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus - Masters, History

Kennikka: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...more about me! I am a 2011 graduate of the University of Phoenix, and my major was Psychology. I am currently working to obtain my Master's degree in Curriculum and Education from Texas A& M University Commerce. I've been in the field of education for about 5 years total. I started out in Higher Education, before I became a middle school teacher. My hobbies include reading suspense stories, traveling, painting, horseback riding, and my most...
Education & Certification
University of Phoenix - Bachelors, Psychology
Texas A & M University-Commerce - Current Grad Student, Curriculum and Education

Oly: San Diego STAAR tutor
Certified STAAR Tutor in San Diego, CA
...whenever someone changes their mind about a subject, displays interest in continuing to study something related to what we've worked on together, or simply becomes proud of their academic improvement and success. My approach to teaching anything involves first engaging with the student, then making sure they have a strong foundation before reinforcing anything that they're struggling on. I love to make learning fun and interactive, because we all retain more of what we learn...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Michigan Technological University - non degree, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 33
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