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Joanne: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...and want to use what I have learned to help others succeed in math classes. As part of my experience in college, I was a supplemental instruction leader and involved in math reader programs, which developed my teaching skills in different levels of mathematics. Even after I graduated, I still continued to do small group teaching in a private education institute and some one-on-one tutoring. When I see my students are struggling with math, I...
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University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
SAT Math: 700

Judy: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...tests. I wanted to share my passion with others and so started tutoring peers as early as middle school. Although I graduated from Rice with a BA in Psychology, my time with math did not end there. I took Differential Equations and various statistics courses as electives (for fun)! My tutoring experience includes informal tutoring of peers throughout my lifetime, private tutoring of high school students during college, teaching at a private high school during...
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Fuller Theological Seminary in California - Master of Science, Marriage and Family Therapy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 710

Christopher: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...and ACT. I have a good deal of knowledge regarding standardized testing strategies as well. My main goal for teaching and tutoring is preparing students for college. I learned very early in my college days about the importance of studying and critical thinking, since the classes were much more difficult than high school. I firmly believe that forming great study habits and developing the skills for studying with others are crucial for success, especially in...
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San Diego State University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Portland State University - Master of Arts, English
ACT Reading: 33
GRE Verbal: 164

Benjamin: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...my younger brother and sister through the difficult times in their studies, so I have plenty of experience helping students find the right way to learn the skills and information they need for school. As you may have guessed from my interest in libraries, I love reading. Mostly I read fiction, but also some non-fiction when I find a particular book that sparks my interest. I'm also exploring origami and meditation as a way to...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, History
Drexel Online University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
LSAT: 165

John: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...in which I was able to help students broaden their knowledge and skills to succeed in the class and their future classes. This in and of itself was very rewarding, but it also allowed me to continue improving my understanding of the subject area as I searched for new ways to challenge them and analyzed different ways they approached those challenges. Thus, I am looking forward to continuing to teach students whenever I have the...
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University of Advancing Technology - Bachelors, Computer Science
University of California-Riverside - Masters, Computer Science

Dorothy: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...help students relate content to their own lives and environments so that they learn on a deeper level and can apply their knowledge in the future. As an English teacher, I love tutoring writing skills, literature, and vocabulary development, but I also really enjoy tutoring Algebra and SAT math. My well-rounded background gives me an advantage in SAT preparation, and my easy-going personality makes tests less stressful. When I am not working, I am usually...
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Loyola University New Orleans - Bachelor in Arts, English
Cal State Dominguez Hills - Unknown, Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 710

Patrick: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...at a high school in the Harbor area. I teach Algebra I and a creative writing/journalism course. While my original degree is in math, I feel comfortable tutoring history, sciences, and helping edit English papers. I tutored math throughout high school and college as a side job. As a teacher, I'm choosing to tutor because I feel that I have energy enough to make a difference. Motivating young people to learn is a difficult task...
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California Polytechnic State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Hope: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...a graduate with a Bachelor's in Nutrition and a minor in Spanish from Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego where I competed on the tennis team for four years. I tutored throughout college for peers, high school students, and middle school students. I also taught private tennis lessons for six years after high school. I am very passionate about teaching! I have just applied to dental school and am planning to start in fall...
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Point Loma Nazarene University - Bachelor in Arts, Nutrition and Food

Minhquan: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...psychological struggles. I held firm to my standards, as to what kind of commitment I expected from my students, and opened myself up as a resource to help them to fulfill those standards. My specialty has always been Reading, Writing, and Literature. Communication and analysis are the very core of what English classes are meant to teach. By using this as the framework for my lessons, I push my students towards mastery of the subject,...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, English/Literary Journalism
Chapman University - Juris Doctor, Law

Alexander: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...friends with editing personal statements. I have also been fortunate to enjoy a key role in a start-up orchestra in New York City as a grant writer. Writing is an indispensable life skill that is too often overlooked, and I feel that my background allows me to be of help in a variety of tutoring subjects involving writing, from test prep to grammar and mechanics. I was fortunate to do well enough on the PSAT...
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La Sierra University - Bachelors, Mathematics
The Juilliard School - Masters, Viola
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 800

Brian: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...comfortable with that subject. However, I am also passionate about philosophy and writing. I was offered a position as the sports editor for the student newspaper at Pasadena City College. My tutoring strategy is centered around the idea of a conversation. I use my clients' interests to create examples that will help them understand the concept in question. I always try to have my clients figure out the problem themselves through guiding questions. I am...
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California State University-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Communication Studies

Melanie: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...comfortable with the SAT math by reviewing the topics, teaching them to decode the questions, and offering helpful strategies. In literacy, I have experience working with all different ages from pre-school to entry level college courses. In addition to my literacy training, I also have experience with Lindamood Bell and Quantum Learning. I strive to make the experience an enjoyable one and constantly come up with new ideas to keep the lessons fresh and unforgettable.
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SUNY College at Cortland - Bachelors, Secondary Education in Math
SUNY College at Cortland - Masters, Education in Literacy

Ayesha: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...exactly one year; this experience gave me the opportunity to teach a class of up to 10 elementary-school kids, developing my ability to attend to various students' needs simultaneously. As a teacher with a more active role, I arranged a curriculum with supplemental topics to complement material being taught to them in school, and as a 3rd-4th grade instructor, I organized many games and "art projects" to familiarize students with the learning material. This job...
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Pasadena City College - Current Undergrad, Chemistry

Mostafa: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...a few months away from earning a B.S. in biochemistry at California State University of Fullerton. During my time as an undergraduate, I tutored both high school and college level students. I tutored mainly biology and chemistry (CP, honors, AP and SAT II), as well as college level chemistry and biology. Being a student myself, I believe that each student has the potential to excel academically as long as he/she works hard. My teaching philosophy...
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California State University-Fullerton - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Adam: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...11% of applicants as of 2011. I finished my first year in the classroom by being chosen to be the youngest AP Language teachers in the state and spearhead the program at my school. I built a curriculum tailored to the students needs and interests and was not afraid to tackle difficult subjects head on through literature and writing. My second year, I was also asked to run the theater program at the school. I...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Media and Cinema Studies

Damara: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...to English Composition and Literature. They are my passions, and, as a result, they are my favorite subjects to tutor. Being able to understand written word and being able to express yourself through written word are skills so essential to life that I really consider it a privilege to be able to help someone improve in those areas. My approach to tutoring is to help students see that concepts that might seem confusing or even...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Print Journalism

Brian: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...for showing soldiers how to most efficiently perform their duties in the service of their country. As a businessman, I trained my employees how to best serve our customers. As a teacher for the past twenty years, I have taught math, drama, and English in grades 7-12. I have taught in very rich and successful schools; I have taught at schools in poverty where every student received free meals. The thing is, I love to...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700

Olivia: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...overall organization and time management skills to make online and in-person learning less stressful and more fun! I love watching students master concepts and gain confidence as they excel in their courses. One of my main goals as a tutor is to contour our sessions to your learning style! I want you to feel confident and comfortable learning and reviewing material. Personally, I am a visual learner but have helped students who are auditory, verbal,...
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Chapman University - Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
Chapman University - Doctor of Science, Physical Therapy

Jessica: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...time. I cannot stand over their shoulder during tests or be there as they go through college so they must learn how to approach work on their own. Outside of work and school, I enjoy cooking, exercise, and drawing. The way food affects our mood, body, and health intrigues me- which is why I love cooking. In addition to food, a healthy mind and body must have proper exercise. While I may not be the...
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Loyola Marymount University - Bachelor in Arts, Studio Arts
Loyola Marymount University - Master of Arts, Secondary Education
SAT Math: 750

Andrew: Irvine Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Irvine, CA
...working for nearly two years now as a professional tutor, and have thorough experience with a range of subjects and standardized test formats. I also write pop culture articles on the side, and aspire to be a college professor of literature; consequently, I most enjoy teaching English and composition, and pride myself on being able to break down essay-writing to its most fundamental, obvious-as-peanuts basics. When I am not saving children from the abyss of...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelors, Literatures in English
SAT Math: 720
GRE Verbal: 166
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