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Abigail: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...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 to think on my feet, and how to connect with and engage students from different backgrounds than my own. In my free time, I enjoy reading fantasy and science fiction novels, trying out new recipes,...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720

Grace: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...My major-specific classes included a great deal of field work as well as lab work, completing problems sets, writing research papers and lab reports, and even mapping a large portion of the Berkeley hills. I completed my senior honors thesis after a year of collaborative research with UC Berkeley faculty and intend to pursue the topic of that thesis in future research endeavors. In the fall of 2016, I plan to begin my graduate education;...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Geology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
Michael: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...Preparing for standardized tests such as the SAT and GRE is much easier with a tutor to help you prioritize, strategize, and structure your time wisely. I took the GRE in 2013 and earned the top score in Critical Reading, so the latest version is fresh in my mind. I am glad to share the study strategies that worked for me, including tips on writing essays under pressure. If you suffer from test anxiety, I...
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The College of William & Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy, History
SAT Verbal: 770

Alok: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
I am a 4th year Mechanical Engineering Major at UC Irvine. I have taken every core math, physics, and engineering course within mechanical engineering. In the past I have tutored pre algebra, algebra, and calculus. Throughout my university experience, I excelled in math in particular.
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 32

Amanda: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...they 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 are compatible with my lesson plans. Building a connection with my students is extremely important to me.... My teaching philosophy...
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SFSU - Bachelors, Education

Kristine: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...am applying for dental school with a DAT score in the 98th percentile. For more than eight years, I have taught students in many different subjects such as DAT, SAT, Chemistry (General and 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...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Genetics and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710

Joseph: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
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...nurtured my growth in the beautiful Garden State, the prospect of attending a more prestigious Californian university to complete my undergraduate and (hopefully) law school studies was too great of an opportunity not to take a leap of faith for. Because I, too, am a student chasing his dreams, nothing gives me more satisfaction and hope in helping others to not only become more comfortable with their studies, but also become passionate in their strides...
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Berkeley City College - Current Undergrad, English
SAT Writing: 720
Robert: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...that I and Varsity Tutors can fill this gap in education and in a student's learning by supplementing what schools cannot provide though teachers and professors are very passionate and heartfelt and genuinely care about their students. This is the unique role of the tutor. I can tutor most writing-related courses: AP English courses, AP History courses, SAT Reasoning (reading and writing), high school and university-level courses in writing, English, and history, and even business-related...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, History
San Francisco State University - Masters, English

Alexander: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...tests and exams. I am also happy to work with college students. I have worked with almost every variety of Calculus course, as well as differential equations, linear algebra, etc. Finally, I also help students preparing for standardized tests such as the SAT and GRE tests. Though my college career eventually became focused on Mathematics, I work with students on both the verbal and quantitative sides of standardized tests, and have personally had success on...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 770

Sai-ya: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...teaching English and Math to elementary-school students in Ecuador, and currently work in K-3 classrooms as a literacy specialist at a public elementary school in Santa Rosa. I teach children to read and write, which is such an essential skill! When I'm not teaching kids or traversing the globe, you can find me in a yoga class, reading a fantastic novel under a big tree, tending to my vegetable garden, or having a latte with...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Social Behavior
University of Southern California - Master of Social Work, Masters in Social Work

Nathan: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...History, graduating Magna Cum Laude. I will be pursuing a medical degree in the near future. During my time at Tufts, I spent three years teaching science to students of many ages as part of multiple outreach programs. My teaching experience covered topics from elementary chemistry demonstration to genetic research with high schoolers. While I enjoy tutoring a number of subjects, I am especially fond of science and math. My goal as a tutor is...
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Tufts University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Daniel: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...that with practice and repetition with the right strategies, anybody can master the subjects I will be teaching. Some may need more practice than others. And everybody has their own strengths and weakness, but that should not define individual's potential. Besides academics, music is my stress-reliever. I thoroughly enjoy playing guitar and learning new instruments. These days, I have been practicing harmonica. My favorite artists/bands include John Mayer, Jason Mraz, and Maroon5. Also, I recently...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Touro University - Masters, Medical Health Sciences
SAT Math: 720

Jensen: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...in Immunology. I worked as a peer tutoring during college and I currently tutor for a non-profit organization that targets high school students. I speak English and Chinese; I speak both Cantonese and Mandarin. My strengths as a tutor are threefold. I like to focus on exam skills. I also like to build special study methods to help students improve study efficiency. Finally, I like to focus on the basics of each subject and make...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Molecular and Cell Biology

Eli: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...as a sportswriter and columnist in Los Angeles. I have worked with students of all ages from 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 it right you...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 800

Jacqueline: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...Essay Writing at Oxford University and Literature at Harvard University. In my free time, I am a volunteer for several charitable organizations such as Romanian Children's Relief, Stop Hunger Now, and Relay for Life. Though I tutor in a wide variety of topics, I am most passionate about English. I am a highly skilled writer and editor who can provide valuable tutoring to any student struggling with the written word. Most importantly, my methods of...
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University of Richmond - Bachelor in Arts, English

Cody: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...tutoring mathematics, particularly calculus. I also have 5 years of experience tutoring in the sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics. My experience has come in the form of private, one-on-one tutoring with students ranging in ages from 7th grade through adult learners, college-level review courses, and even teaching SAT prep courses. My students find me very relatable, and I've heard from several students that having someone close to their own age work with them...
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Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Eric: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...with an after-school program where I provided one-on-one instruction for K-12 students in all subject areas but focused in math and literacy. I also worked as a substitute teacher in the Buffalo area providing quality instruction in a variety of disciplines as needed. I plan to continue substitute teaching in the 2015-2016 school year in the San Francisco Bay Area. While my teaching certification is in instrumental music, my primary interest in tutoring is high...
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Vanderbilt University - Masters in Education, Education
GRE Verbal: 164
Helene: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...have the most experience with. But I would love to be given the chance to tackle new things as well! For instance, I have an enduring love for literature and writing, and I am also completely fluent in German, having lived in Germany for fourteen years. I would love to be given the occasion to teach some German, English literature, or composition writing. I've often been my friends' informal editor! In my free time, I...
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Mills College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Anthropology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 770

Steven: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...I 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 learn the material. Beyond the academics, in my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis and hiking or exploring the...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34

Lila Ann: San Rafael Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...francophone West Africa) after graduating. My teaching experience includes serving as a T.A. at Yale College, Santa Barbara City College, and Education Française Bay Area, and teaching study skills and ACT preparation courses at College Track Oakland. Independently, I have tutored English skills and French for elementary and high school students. I am proud to say that I had strong success in teaching French to a high school student with learning differences, using a completely...
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Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies; Dance
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