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Audrey: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...mentoring younger students in oral and written communication skills. In addition to my experience, standardized testing has always been a forte of mine. I am enthusiastic about sharing the skills and strategies that I have picked up along my way. If you are seeking a patient, energetic, and articulate tutor for your student, please reach...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Abigail: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...were aimed at students much younger. In order to keep him engaged, I had to get creative. We would practice reading comprehension using the sports section of the newspaper, and did short creative writing exercises. I learned a lot about how to get students excited about subjects that at first seem intimidating or frustrating, how...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720
Eli: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...kindergarten to adulthood and am a staunch believer that it is never too late to fall in love with learning any subject (even math!). My approach to tutoring is the same way I approach training for a sport. If you are willing to put in the effort, you will get better (and if you're doing...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 800
Matthew: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...on a thesis in discrete geometry and combinatorics, as well as doing research for UCSF where I design machine vision software. I am well positioned to motivate and justify nearly every aspect of math education as being crucial for a future career in science, engineering or education. I bring this emphasis on real world relevance...
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SFSU - Bachelors, Philosophy/Mathematics
SFSU - Masters, Mathematics
GRE Quantitative: 168
GRE Verbal: 168
Steven: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...would love to pass on my tips and tricks for those preparing for the SAT and ACT. Of note, something in particular that attracts me to tutoring is that by working one-on-one with a student, I am able to cater my teaching style towards his or her learning style, ultimately allowing the student to better...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Daniel: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...a medical school by August of 2016. I started tutoring in high school. Math always came natural to me, but I also understood the struggles of understanding math. Along with math, Physics and Biology have always been my forte. I think physics helps us understand how the universe functions in our day to day lives....
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Touro University - Masters, Medical Health Sciences
SAT Math: 720
Samuel: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...enrichment programs. Over the years I've taught just about every subject. I love helping students develop a positive, can-do attitude in relation to subjects that used to make them feel anxious and confused. (In my experience this is often math or standardized tests, but I also love to tutor writing and general study skills.) In...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education
Amanda: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...are understanding each step as they go along. If students still seem to be struggling, I return to more basic concepts and help them build upon what they already know. I use a variety of methods in my tutoring including visual aids, hands-on materials, books, and online sources to ensure that all students' learning styles...
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SFSU - Bachelors, Education
Kristine: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...Organic), Biology, and Physics in both classroom and tutoring environments. Besides academics, I have even taught swimming and dance. My tutoring style focuses on tailoring the lesson to target the students weaknesses. I am very attentive and adaptable ensuring a more productive experience. In my free time, I enjoy swimming, running, and traveling.
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Genetics and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710
Kevin: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...individual's needs and learning methods. Everyone is different and to be a successful tutor, you cannot apply the same teaching methods to every student. Understanding how quickly students learn, what types of strengths they have, and their motivations for receiving tutoring is key to helping a student achieve their academic goals. My tutors have been...
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Georgetown University - Current Undergrad, Finance
Amanda: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...Working with youth and helping students discover their true potential for success, regardless of background or barriers, has always been a deep-seated passion of mine. I, myself, a first generation college student hailing from a low income family, want to emphasize how important it is to have a growth mindset and to work hard to...
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San Jose State University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Dance
Mei: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...Memorizing formulas is good, but understanding how and why is better. Answers are good, but repeatable problem solving skills are better. Doing practice tests is good, but focusing on the troublesome problems is better. Simply - knowledge is good, but intelligence is better. My favorite subject matter to tutor is SAT prep (especially math). The...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 730
Christie: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...Tutoring students is directly related to my mantra and passion to educate. I am very eager to apply the lessons learned through high school and two years at Cal to help a student excel in any material. Because both of my parents are teachers (one high school-level and one university-level), I have both observed their...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Lucas: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...test preparation for SAT, ACT, GED and GRE. I am an adaptable and communicative tutor, with a broad knowledge base and varied teaching experiences. After graduating magna cum laude from Georgetown University, I studied and worked on sustainable development issues in Washington, D.C. for several years. I am now pursuing a career in education. I...
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Georgetown University - Bachelors, Int'l Environmental Studies (B.S.F.S.)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770
Joshua: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...my Master's of Science in Physics. Between my undergraduate and graduate studies, I served in the United States Peace Corps to teach English in rural Panama. In San Francisco, I have been enjoying helping my students improve their test scores on the SAT. I have a strong connection to all the subjects I tutor. Because...
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Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English
San Francisco State University - Master of Science, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 770
Grace: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...Geology from the Department of Earth and Planetary Science and completed my undergraduate education with honors. While my passion is earth science, I have had experience and academic success in courses related to biology, ecology, environmental science, astronomy, and geography. I have a strong background in math, physics, and chemistry. And although it was not...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Geology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
Sherry: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...a responsibility, not only to teach these children, but to instill the value of learning I know to be true. I have learned in the last few weeks, the best lessons I can teach these students arent found in my filing cabinet or online somewhere, they are found in my heart. And if I give...
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California State University-Fullerton - Bachelors, English
Jessica: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...since beginning my undergraduate career at Stanford University. In my free time, I set up a private tutoring practice in the Palo Alto/ Los Altos/ Redwood City areas. Upon my graduation, I moved back home to Tustin, Orange County. I now work for Elite Academy, a test prep company with international branches, where I instruct...
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Stanford University - Bachelors, Theatre and French
Evan: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...experience at private tutoring companies, UC Berkeley, UC Berkeley's Summer Bridge Program, and as a freelance political science/calculus tutor (there's more overlap than you think). In 2014, my paper "Set Theory and Fuzzy Sets: Their Relationship to Natural Language" was published in the Newsletter of the American Political Science Association Organized Section for Qualitative and...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Megan: Petaluma Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Petaluma, CA
...to social change. As someone who greatly benefitted from tutoring early on in my education, I am passionate about helping others reach new levels of understanding and security in their education. I have years of experience tutoring in a wide variety of subjects, ranging from math to standardized test prep. I strive toward creating a...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 740
SAT Writing: 760
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