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Priscilla
Hey! My name is Priscilla Ng and I am a third year Mechanical Engineering major at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. I love learning new skill and concepts and teaching them just as much, let me help you succeed in the classroom! I love being outdoors and going on adventures with my friends and family. Plea...
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Current Undergrad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Samantha
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 chemist...
University of California-Santa Cruz
PHD, Chemistry
Sonoma State University
Bachelors, Chemistry

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Trishala
Hi, my name is Trishala, but I mostly go by Trish. I am currently a graduate student studying physiology at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH. I completed my undergraduate education at Georgetown University and majored in psychology. Between undergraduate and graduate school I worked ...
Case Western Reserve University
Master of Science, Physiology
Georgetown University
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Certified Tutor
3+ years
Dorothy
I was born and raised in Long Beach, California and moved across the country to New Orleans to pursue my B.A. in English at Loyola University New Orleans. I taught high school English in that city for three years until I could no longer resist the pull of Southern California. Here, I continued to te...
Loyola University New Orleans
Bachelor in Arts, English

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Shanon
I am a graduate of Washington State University with a bachelor's degree in wildlife ecology. I currently work as an educator at the Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle, where I teach students ages 5 to 18 about the natural world. I am very passionate about education, especially topics like biology, chemist...
Washington State University
Bachelor of Science, Wildlife Ecology

Certified Tutor
6+ years
I was a doctoral student in Mathematics at The Ohio State University before moving to Los Angeles. I've been tutoring math since high school and started teaching courses as an undergraduate. Combined, I have over nine years of experience teaching and tutoring mathematics at the grade school, high sc...
Ohio State University-Main Campus
Masters, Mathematics
Ohio State University-Main Campus
Bachelors, Mathematics

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Gregory
I am a mechanical engineer with a masters degree. I enjoy teaching students of all levels. My approach towards teaching is to assist the students when they need help but let them make the mistake first so they can learn where they went wrong. I have traveled all around the world and feel my vast exp...
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Masters, Mechanical Engineering
University of Delaware
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Grant
I have more than five years of tutoring and teaching experience, from elementary school to high school to adult learners, having taught English, English as a Second Language, Geography, Social Studies, General Educational Development classes and SAT prep. I have experience working with students for ...
University of Minnesota
Bachelor in Arts, IDIM: Continental and Post-Structuralist Philosophy

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Lihua
I came from China in 2012. I got my master degree in Public Administration from the University of Washington this June. Now I work in an early childhood education center as a childcare teacher.I have more than 10 years experience teaching Chinese for foreigners while living in China. My students ran...
University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Master in Public Health Administration, Public Administration
Beijing Technology and Business University
Bachelor in Arts, English Language and Literature

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8+ years
David
Although I earned a B.A.in English from San Diego State University ,I have received and continue to further my education from a large, diverse group of dedicated, caring,often brilliant instructors. From elementary school through the secondary teaching program at Cal State L.A., and on to many estee...
San Diego State University
Bachelor in Arts, Engtlish
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Robert
AP Biology Tutor • +4 Subjects
I am a recent graduate from UCSD, with a B.S. in Human Biology. I was also recently accepted into dental school but decided to pursue medicine instead. I excelled in biology in both high school and college and have a passion for teaching. I spent time as a tutor in high school, and in college I was the Vice President Academic of the Pi Xi chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon. In college my favorite subjects to teach and study were molecular biology as well as biochemistry. The depth and importance of these fields are vast, and I personally feel that understanding the concepts in these areas are particularly rewarding. I find the one of the most satisfying feelings as a teacher is when you see a student truly grasp a concept and understand the material. To realize this feeling, I focus on determining the students learning style and then focusing my lessons based on that learning style. My hobbies include basketball, football, going to the gym, cooking, and playing video games. I am excited to be a tutor, and I look forward to working with you!
Drew
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Computer Science and Entrepreneurial Leadership Studies Student at Tufts University
Anna
College English Tutor • +15 Subjects
I received my J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and my B.A. from Cornell University. In college, I majored in Russian and French, and before law school, I spent two years teaching English as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine. In the years since, I have provided ESL tutoring to students with a diversity of backgrounds, ages, and nationalities. During law school, I taught full-length LSAT courses and provided private LSAT tutoring for a test preparation company. Indeed, I have a special place in my heart for the LSAT, and I think it's a test that becomes much more manageable with a lot of practice and a solid understanding of its mechanics. I just moved to the Bay Area from Alaska, where I clerked for a judge in Dillingham, a remote town accessible only by plane. Needless to say, I love the outdoors, and when I'm not working, I like to spend my time hiking, biking, or exploring Oakland with my dog, Cyrus.
Jenna
ACT Writing Tutor • +40 Subjects
I am a devoted tutor and life-long learner. I graduated from Indiana University Bloomington with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and minors in Theatre & Drama and Biology. I was recently accepted to medical school and will begin my MD education this fall. I have experience tutoring a broad range of subjects, including science, math, history, and English, but my personal interests lie within the sciences. I have tutored students with diverse classroom and educational needs. I find joy in tailoring specific learning strategies to each of my students to provide them with individualized and quality support. I have always enjoyed learning new things inside and outside the classroom, and I most enjoy helping others find that same curiosity and excitement especially when accompanied by the feeling of accomplishment.
Justin
ACT Math Tutor • +52 Subjects
Throughout my own educational career, I have had my fair share of bad and good teachers and professors. As a university graduate now, I am truly appreciative of those who genuinely cared and took the time to share their knowledge with me and to create an environment for me to thrive and better reach my academic goals. Fortunately, I myself have also had the privilege of teaching and tutoring as well, and of passing on that same legacy of academic inspiration. After working with a variety of different students in different subjects, I realize that I love stirring enthusiasm in students and helping them understand invaluable concepts that will eventually lead them to their own paths of success. No one student is the same. My many experiences have shaped my teaching style and philosophy which can be outlined in three main aspects:1. pace and styleWhen presented with new material, the first step is processing and understanding it. Different students take in and digest new material in different ways and with different timing. Hence, I utilize a number of different teaching methods and select those that best fit a student's needs. For a visual learner, for instance, I would make sure to incorporate diagrams, pictures, and maps to best engage that student's learning potential. As for pace, some students can only take in so much information at one time and I would break down information in a way that is easiest for them to digest.2. mastery and dexterityPerhaps the most important skill any tutor and cultivate in a student is critical thinking. When a student finally comes to understand material, it is important that he or she is able to execute those concepts in different contexts and in different scenarios. When a student asks questions, I often times like to respond with questions myself that help them guide them to the correct deductions and conclusions themselves. This will also help ensure their ability to do well on their tests when they don't have a tutor around.3. vision and applicationA student's motivation to do well should be driven by the ability to see the application and relevance of the knowledge they are learning. Whether or not a subject seems to have any direct correlation with their future career, there are always key concepts that will either help them better function in society or at their future career. I love helping students find take-away concepts from subjects and application in their own lives.
Joaquin
Algebra Tutor • +18 Subjects
I found a passion for tutoring when I began working with students in 2005. As a graduate of National University with a BS in Computer Science, I specialize in mathematics. However, I have been an Instructional Assistant for the last five years with the Sweetwater Union School District where I cover a great range of subjects. I am a happily married family man with values and respect for kids. I currently work with middle and high school Special Education students doing math support. I love and enjoy doing my job, especially seeing my students get A's on their tests.
Ellen
College English Tutor • +6 Subjects
After graduating from Northwestern University and later, Loyola Law School, I entered the field of Criminal Law to defend individuals' 4th and 5th amendment rights. After several years in White Collar Criminal Defense, I joined the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office to gain experience in trial work and serve the public. As a prosecutor for nearly thirty years, I gave defendants the benefit of a doubt and a constructive second chance. In the course of many trials and written briefs, I learned the importance of clear and concise oral and written communication. I am passionate about showing others how to have fun creating and shaping a persuasive and clear written product whether a school essay, a college application or as a life skill. In my spare time, I enjoy skiing, travel, my dogs, reading and assisting screenwriting professionals produce winning works.
Marty
College English Tutor • +5 Subjects
I am a graduate of San Jose State University, and I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. I have been tutoring for five years with LAUSD, the No Child Left Behind program,and private students. I’ve tutored people in Language Arts who are in Kindergarten through the 12th grade, and in math, through the 4th grade. I enjoy working with all age groups. I love to get to know each student and their particular needs. Tutoring takes patience and perseverance. These are two important character traits I used while managing my one woman property management business for fourteen years. The self discipline I have learned over my lifetime is another gift I love to share with my students. Among others, I have used the philosophy of John Wooden when working with them. He said, “Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you made the effort to become the best of which you are capable.” That’s all any of us can do, and it is an honor to help students develop their gifts and talents!
Fady
Algebra Tutor • +22 Subjects
I just graduated from the University of California, Irvine with high honors in biological sciences. I am currently seeking admission into medical school. Meanwhile, I am doing what I enjoy doing the most, tutoring students and helping them through their academic struggles. I enjoy interacting with students and seeing them improve academically as it gives me a lot of self-satisfaction. I enjoy teaching chemistry, physics and mathematics the most.I have many teaching strategies that I tend to implement in my tutoring sessions, and they have proved effective during my teaching career. I choose to interact with the family of the student and continually update them on the status of their student, as I believe that the family plays a crucial role as well as the tutor himself. Also, I approach my students in a very friendly way to eliminate any discomfort or stress the student might have. Finally, I am looking forward to helping more students succeed in their academic endeavors.
Daniel
ACT Prep Tutor • +29 Subjects
I recently graduated from the University of California, San Diego with a B.S. in Mathematics. From an early age I always loved math and, unlike many of my classmates, took a great pleasure in being introduced to new topics.I like to describe math as a sort of puzzle. Each piece builds off of something else, creating a more complete picture. It's therefore always important to have a solid grasp of the basics - to understand the previous steps - before learning each new topic. My approach to tutoring thus focuses less on memorizing formulas and more on understanding why these work and how you can arrive at them yourself.I have always enjoyed being able to help other people and my somewhat unique outlook on mathematics, coupled with my experienced mathematics background, have enabled me to assist many different people in the past. I have experience in teaching people of different ages and different needs, and I understand how to shift my approach to best reach the student. I served as an instructor at a Judo dojo that I grew up in beginning when I was 14, working with elementary school children. I additionally assisted in a 10th grade Algebra class in my sophomore year of high school, then again in a Calculus class offered at UC Berkeley following my senior year of high school. Furthermore, due to my mathematical background, I've often found myself questioned by friends, family, students, and even parents of students about different topics varying from elementary school material to Multivariable Calculus and beyond.I love mathematics and I hope to spark a similar joy in those that I teach.
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