Top Summer Tutors serving Placentia

Rebecca: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...structure my teaching around the student's individual interests and needs. For example, one 6th grade student loved to perform onstage, so we wrote a play to explore theme, plot, and dialogue. My favorite subjects to tutor are reading, writing, English and American history. In my free time, I teach yoga and write creative non-fiction. I...
Education & Certification
Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163

Steven : Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...am very familiar with test preparation strategies for the Reading and English portions of these exams. My personal teaching philosophy is that every student deserves a study strategy that adapts to their own needs, strengths and abilities. This fall, I'll begin a PhD program in Sociology focusing on Latino immigration to the United States. Next...
Education & Certification
Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish, International Studies
University of California-Irvine - PHD, Sociology
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 36
ACT Science: 32

Naama: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...this country. You only live once, and I really do learn something new every day. Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music and art, I've found that teaching is the one in which I have the most to offer and that gives me the most in return. I believe that confidence is the...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730

Anna: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...graduating I've worked in a number of fields and countries, although the common theme is teaching English and researching in the Middle East. As an English Teaching Assistant at Weill Medical School in Qatar, I became competent at editing and guiding students in writing. I'm now a first year fellow studying Policy Analysis at the...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Near Eastern Studies
Pardee RAND Graduate School - PHD, Policy Analysis
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 790

Paul: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...Language Development, and SAT prep among other subjects, but my specialty is in motivating students. I believe it is essential for a student to enjoy our tutoring sessions. I build on every success, small or large, with lots of praise, and I correct students' mistakes without judgment. Watching the light bulb come on in my...
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science/Philosophy
University OF PHOENIX - Master of Arts, Secondary Education
State Certified Teacher

Katheryn: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...I am a full time college student at University of Southern Californiaa. I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry in hopes of pursuing the medical field later on. The subject that I specialize in is math. During my free time, I enjoy listening to music, exercising, hiking, and spending time with my family...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Biology

Michael: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...experience to teach and improve others - whether it be through tutoring agencies or study groups with friends. I find it extremely exciting to see others learn more, realize their full potential, and I'm always striving to a facilitate their "aha!" moments. With a strong background in math, physics, and programming, I believe these things...
Education & Certification
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering

Layan: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...love helping students find the way that works best for them to approach problem solving and learning. I am very interested in education and have experience working with both children and young adults in New York public schools as well as outdoor summer schools. I speak both French and Arabic and am learning Spanish, and...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology/Sustainable Development
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740

Cameron: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...sure that medical school is what I want. When I am not tutoring students I participate in a couple of non-profit programs where I tutor homeless kids and under-served families for free. In addition I also work as a research associate in cancer immunology at City of Hope Medical Center. When I am not working...
Education & Certification
California State University-Northridge - Bachelors, Microbiology

John: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...in New York, Los Angeles, and Barcelona. While I tutor a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, History, Math, and the SAT. I am fascinated by the SAT. I love teaching struggling test takers how to view the SAT as an approachable, accessible set of riddles and games instead of as...
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800

Lizzy: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...History, Anthropology, etc). As an alumni counselor, I've also mentored students through the entire UC college application process, from personal statements to resume-building. My tutoring style combines positive reinforcement with honest assessment. By opening an intellectual dialogue between myself and my students, I seek to create a learning environment where trial, error, and success can...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, International Development

Katie: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...Davis Linguistics department, I can empathize with the harsh demands of academia. For students of any age level, I believe striving for the best is a huge indicator of future success. Having an academic guide can truly be the key to the future, and I would love to help you and your family in the...
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Scott: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...of learning because everyone processes information in different ways; I identify a students' strengths and put the material in a form that plays to them so as to maximize retention for the long haul. Mathematics builds on what is learned year after year, so it's of utmost importance that a student get a strong foundation...
Education & Certification
Orange Coast College - Associates, Math

Bassey: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...to tutor are reading and writing because I enjoy doing both. I have always enjoyed school and feel that education is one of the most important things we can obtain in life. I hope to be able to share my appreciation for education with my students so that they may know from a young age...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
California State University-Long Beach - Master of Science, Kinesiology

Whitney: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...is to help each and every student I work with find the academic subject that sparks their passion for learning. Being a visual learner myself, I have always had to create tools, draw pictures, or make games for myself in order to learn, and I bring that to my tutoring style. I truly believe that...
Education & Certification
Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 740

Pavneet: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...which can be adjusted to the student's needs. I have a very strong work and study ethic, and truly believe learning is a key to life. I want the passion I have for science to transfer over to the student--or to at the least make science more bearable! I look forward to our time together!...
Education & Certification
University of California-Riverside - Bachelors, Biology, General
George Washington University - Masters, Epidemiology

Alexander: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...of finding an approach suited to each student that will help them achieve their goals. Both mathematics and music are often considered to be innate talents, but being able to assist students of any background in gaining proficiency is an exciting opportunity for me and a fulfilling one when it happens. Beyond mathematics, I also...
Education & Certification
La Sierra University - Bachelors, Mathematics
The Juilliard School - Masters, Viola
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 800

Christina: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...in a clear and engaging manner. I love teaching, and strive to make each personalized lesson enjoyable and productive. In addition to math and science, I can teach the skills and strategies students need to reach their goals on the ACT, GRE, or AP tests. I also enjoy working with elementary age students to increase...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Damara: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...at first, can really be broken down into smaller, easy-to-understand elements. And it's not a matter of being "smart" or not; it's a matter of being willing to dedicate the time and effort to truly understand something. Outside of work, one of my main interests is travelling. I've been to many different states and many...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Print Journalism

Chloe: Placentia Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Placentia, CA
...not only good at, but enjoy. It's within that joy, that a passion is ignited that fuels a student on their way to success. Whatever success may mean in your terms. Success in my terms, is to help others like and unlike me to move away from the stress of the fragmented allusion of how...
Education & Certification
University of California Merced - Current Undergrad, English
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