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Denice
Hello! My name is Denice and I am here to help you leap into your studies with ease and confidence.I finished with a BS in Biochemistry and Cell Biology from UC San Diego. During my college years, I committed 10-15 hours a week working as a tutor and pre-medical adviser helping students with a diver...
Touro University Nevada
Masters, Medical Health Sciences
University of California-San Diego
Bachelors, Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Gregory
I'll admit it: I love history. How much do I love it? Well, sure, I've been a History/English teacher for almost 20 years -- but I wasn't born that way! I grew up in California and my previous career was in both the music and film industries. This gives me the ability to teach while integrating pop ...
University of California-San Diego
Masters in Education, Education
University of California-San Diego
Bachelor in Arts, Digital Communications and Multimedia
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Bryan
I believe that education is first and foremost about establishing relationships. I genuinely and deeply care about the students with whom I work, which creates a reciprocal relationship that I think is the foundation for establishing an education for students. The students I work with know I want th...
University of California-San Diego
Masters in Education, Education
University of California-San Diego
Bachelors, Psychology and History
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Jerry
I am a dedicated educator with a love of learning. I have experience working with students from varying backgrounds and levels ranging from kindergarten to graduate school. I am known for my patience and understanding. My teaching method is to encourage students with hints and guidance guiding th...
University of California-San Diego
Doctorate (PhD)
Harvard University
Bachelor
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Megan
I'm here to help! I have extensive teaching and tutoring experience, and a Masters in Finance and Economics. I teach IB, IGCSE, and Advanced Placement in Economics. IB and AP are the principle of economics foundational courses economics, business, or finance majors take at university.I have taught S...
The Texas A&M University System Office
Master of Science, Finance
University of California-San Diego
Bachelor in Arts, International Economics
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I'm a Structural Engineering graduate from UC San Diego with a passion for helping students in the math and science fields, as well as SAT/ACT test prep. I've had experience tutoring all subjects up to the high school level, and I strive to create a fun and rewarding environment for students. I've w...
University of California-San Diego
BS
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Kendra
I received my BS in Biology/Ecology from UCSD in 2011. I also earned a minor in English Literature. I moved to Oakland in 2013 to attend graduate school at SFSU where I earned my MS in Ecology Conservation Biology. I did my thesis studying social behavior and disease in salamanders! In the past I ha...
SFSU
Master of Science, Biology, General
University of California-San Diego
Bachelor of Science, Ecology, Behavior and Evolution
Certified Tutor
Brian
For the past 5 years, I have been helping young adults get into the college of their dreams. As an instructor at several community colleges, I have the opportunity to work with many diverse and fascinating students. I have learned that my students' education, experience, obligations, family, culture...
San Francisco State University
Masters, English Literature
University of California-San Diego
Bachelors, Psychology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Kevin
I'm in my 2nd year of medical school at the University of Central Florida. I previously graduated Cum Laude from the University of California, San Diego with a degree in Human Biology and Education Studies. I was an Academic Mentor for underprivileged San Diego communities. I was also a Teaching Ass...
University of California-San Diego
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology/Education Studies
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Philip
I am a licensed, ARRT registered Radiologic Technologist, with a varied Hospital background. I also happen to be an excellent student and test taker. I'm looking forward to assisting you on your professional journey.
University of California-San Diego
Bachelor in Arts, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
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