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Sam: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...to reach students on an individual level to help achieve the best results. More often than not, a student wants to be spoken to like an adult, and when you can have an open, steady conversation with them, they are more willing to learn as opposed to feeling pressured. In terms of subjects, I specialize in organizational and study skills as well as social sciences and creative writing and essay writing. I work in the...
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Katrina: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...life over the past few years as a Film and Media Studies and Sociology double major. I believe that crafting text can be a fun hobby and a very useful skill. Yet, it can often be challenging. I know what it is like to need help with schoolwork, and I know what it is like to provide that help for others. I believe that with patience and effort, we can solve any problem!
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Yale University - Bachelors, Sociology (Intensive); Film and Media Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 36
Ashley: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...a variety of subjects and grade levels. In addition to ESL, I offer tutoring in reading, writing, grammar, and test prep for the ACT, SAT, and TOEFL. I love teaching because it allows me to use my passion for language to help other people. I believe that we should always be learning, and that learning should be wonderful and exciting. I strive to inspire my students to curiosity and guide them towards independence in their...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Graduate Institute of Applied Linguistics - Master of Arts, Applied Linguistics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
Martin: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...from the University of California, Berkeley with a degree in Applied Mathematics, emphasizing in Actuarial Science, and a minor in Music. I have been tutoring for a few years now. I've tutored students of all ages and levels. I like to keep things simple; my approach is to break down difficult problems into smaller, easier, more manageable problems. I teach my students to do the same. I enjoy helping anybody who wants to learn.
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
Tito: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...California in May 2014 with a B.S in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention and a minor in Law and Society. I am able to tutor in multiple science subjects, standardized tests (SAT, ACT) and social sciences (public health, political science). I would be happy to help with any age. I help students by getting to know their background and understanding of the subject and helping them build upon that knowledge base through the sessions.
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University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
Joel: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...Previously, I have tutored students in math and English. I am very versatile in the subjects I teach, and I possess a compassionate understanding of what it takes to be a good teacher. There have been times in my life when I was also the struggling student. Therefore, I understand both sides of the equation, and I strive to reach that wonderful moment where they feel as if they 'get it' and feel good about...
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San Francisco State University - Bachelor in Arts, History
Karl: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...I feel that it takes someone who is cognizant of all of these things in order to be a truly effective educator. During my 8+ years as a high school chemistry teacher and tutor, I have developed the experience and the skills in order to help students with challenging subjects, and not only to improve their grades, but to improve their understanding and confidence with which they approach their classes. While my own knowledge of...
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University of Delaware - Bachelors, Chemistry
Mercy College - Masters, Adolescent Education
Armando: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...Marymount to work on a second Master's degree in the Fall. I have been in the classroom for almost four years teaching social studies, religion, and English to grades 5 - 12. I have experience at both the high school and middle school levels. I also was previously a coach for the Catholic School's Junior High Academic Decathlon for multiple subjects. I regularly hold tutoring for my students have much experience tutoring a variety of...
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Georgetown University - Bachelors, Regional Studies
Loyola Marymount University - Master of Arts, Secondary Education
Will: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...taught academic reading and writing, communication skills, and standardized exam preparation. I enjoy tutoring, and have experience giving private instruction in English reading, writing, and speaking, and preparation for the following standardized exams: SAT, ACT, GRE, TOEFL and IELTS. It's been my pleasure to work with students from a variety of national, cultural and social backgrounds to help them achieve their personal, academic, and career goals. I'm an avid reader, musician, outdoors-enthusiast, chef, and movie-watcher.
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University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Letters, International Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800
Tatiana: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...a students education depends on a teachers ability to convey the subject clearly. As a result, my goal is to cater to a students needs, whether it is through visual, audio, or repetitious learning. I have been fortunate enough continue my passion of tutoring and aiding students in a year-long college program called Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) that tailors towards elementary school students with disabilities and family problems in downtown Los Angeles. However, when I...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
SAT Math: 730
Amanda: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...range of subjects that I am comfortable tutoring in, ranging from English and essay editing to Algebra and middle school math. But I am most passionate (and get most geeked out about) teaching science, especially topics in Biology and Life Science, because I love learning about how our living world works! My teaching philosophy revolves around students harnessing their strengths to become independent learners, and my job is to facilitate making those connections. Outside of...
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University of Southern California - Bachelors, Psychology, Pre-Med
Loyola Marymount University - Unknown, Single Subject Teaching Credential
Candace: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
I'm a licensed KY pharmacist (PharmD), have a master in public health (MPH), and have tutored and/or taught students since I was in middle school. I have a passion for teaching and want to make sure my students are confident in accomplishing their academic goals. For more info about me and what I do full-time, go to www.CandaceOlusola.com. NOTE: I do not tutor or answer work-related messages during the Sabbath hours (Friday sunset to Saturday sunset).
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Southern Adventist University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
University of Kentucky - Diploma, Pharmacy
Steve: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...specializing in health insurance. My exposure to healthcare reform legislation and long-time interest in the complex interactions between government regulation and private business markets led to my decision to pursue a graduate degree in public policy. I have a wealth of experience working in groups professionally as well as in my academic career, which has taught me to be an excellent collaborator and I am able to quickly develop friendly, productive relationships. While I am...
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San Diego State University - Bachelor of Science, Business/Hospitality Mgmt
University of California-Irvine - Masters, Masters of Public Policy
Chris: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...APs, passing the APs in Physics, Biology, Literature, Language and Composition, Environmental Science, Economics, US history, and Chemistry. I was the President of my high school's only tutoring club and only math club, Infinity Math Club, where I dedicated my time tutoring struggling students in all math levels. I was a tutor in my high school's RAMS program for all academic subjects. I love working with students and love to see them succeed in subjects...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 760
Daniel: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...I enjoy the opportunity to help young people who want to further their education! Writing, reading, history, and German are my specialties. I'm actually a writer and poet myself, on top of being a singer and songwriter. Education is so important to your youth and to our society, and I'm just happy to be a part of it. And I believe that education is not just teaching how to do something. Education is also building...
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Bradley University - Bachelors, Major in History, minors in German & English-Creative Writing
Brian: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...for math-related help ever since middle school, so I have become most 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...
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California State University-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Communication Studies
Dorothy: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...to impart my enthusiasm to my students. It is important to 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...
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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
Mariapaz: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...school level. I love all math, but I particularly enjoy Algebra I and II , Geometry, and Statistics. I have a B.S. in Secondary Education in Math from the University of South Florida. I also have a M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction in Math Education from USF. I recently moved to California from Tampa, FL with my husband when he accepted a research position at UCI. Since moving to California, I have become an avid...
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University of South Florida - Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education in Math
University of South Florida - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction in Math
State Certified Teacher
SAT Math: 710
Siavash: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...social sciences since I was in high school. I have tutored after school programs in middle school, high school and college level courses. I have over 10 years of experience in tutoring. I enjoy learning and teaching all subjects, but if I were to choose one subject it would be biology. I love teaching math too. With my patience and methods of teaching, I make sure the students learn very well at their comfort levels....
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Cal State Northridge - Master of Science, Molecular Biology
Ken: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...in helping any student with a desire to improve their understanding their subject of choice. My personal favorite are history, literature, economics and politics. I have worked with a diverse age group of students, from elementary to university level, with the bulk of my experience with high school and college level work. I have a Master's Degree from the University of Washington in Public Administration and a BA from the University of Texas at Dallas...
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The University of Texas at Dallas - Bachelor in Arts, International Political Economy
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Master in Public Health Administration, Public Administration
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