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Ema: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...Although I love literature and writing, I am most passionate about tutoring math. I have five years of experience as a math tutor, during which time I helped students ages 3-17 with math ranging from basic arithmetic to pre-calculus. My favorite math topic is algebra, particularly because of its usefulness in solving real-world word problems. In addition to mathematics, I find joy in teaching/elucidating Shakespeare to high-school students. As a classically trained actor, I find...
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Harvard University - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Zoe: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...what the test is asking for and how to give the testing service what it wants. Students do best on these standardized forms of assessment when they know specifically what is being asked of them, and I am more than happy to help them figure it out. I can also engage students more fully in their homework in general, ensuring that they are not only completing their assignments accurately, but also verifying their grasp on...
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Georgetown University - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 750

Ben: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...year of work, and I challenged first-year EOP (Educational Opportunities Program) students to develop their own voices within their composition. As a drop-in writing tutor, I provided constructive peer support during the revision process, drawing the students' attentions to the importance of structure and organization over grammar. My philosophy on writing and improving writing is that it's a process. I can't stress that enough. Writing goes beyond just having correct grammar and the ability to...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, English
Biola University - Current Grad Student, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32

Jonathan: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...way to learn and teach a subject is to tackle it with a variety of approaches. For example, students intimidated by the technical jargon of math often find problems easier to understand when symbols are replaced with words. Through such strategies, I aim to make dense material more communicable and relatable and to provide students with the confidence to accept new challenges. I am most excited to discuss ecology, evolution, and math, but I am...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
SAT Math: 720
GRE Verbal: 168

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

Stephanie: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...my Master's degree in Real Estate Development at Arizona State University. I believe that organization, effort, and patience are the keys to success. Since a child I have been at ease with mathematics which has fueled my interest in business. My unique educational experience and work history have provided me with a solid foundation in financial analysis, cost management, and advanced Microsoft Excel valuation skills. I approach teaching with the same methods I use in...
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University of Baltimore - Bachelor of Science, Real Estate and Economic Development

Varun: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...their educational goals. Whatever the task, no matter how long it takes, I will make sure you get the most out of your sessions and will tailor my personal approach to whatever you need. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college students for five years. As an Ivy League graduate, I know what it takes to succeed in a highly competitive academic environment and can help you succeed as well!
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Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Government/Film and Media Studies
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800

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

Jacob: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...science to be my favorite subjects and they have been since I was in elementary school. I found they came most naturally when I was a student. Some qualities that best describe me are: patient, open-minded, respectful, trustworthy, and honest. I work well with students, adults, and families. Some hobbies of mine are playing and watching sports, traveling, spending time with my family and friends, watching movies, and cars and mechanics. What distinguishes me from...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of California-Los Angeles - Masters in Education, Education

Elizabeth: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...am flexible to trying to find new ways of teaching for however a particular student learns. I think this flexibility and dedication to making school work as easy as possible for my students is my strongest attribute as a tutor. I am available to work up to thirty hours per week. Friday through Sunday I would generally be free to tutor at any time; on Mondays, I am available during the day, and on Wednesdays,...
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Occidental College - Bachelors, Biology, General
LSAT: 169
GRE Verbal: 167

Gelsey: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...and ACT. If you're a student struggling with timed essay writing, I can help you out. If you're about to take the SAT and you're worried about the math section, never fear I'm not a "math person," but I found ways to get that high score! Above all I believe that learning can be fun, that the pursuit of knowledge is important and ongoing, and that the skills it takes to succeed in school are...
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University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Verbal: 730

Maria: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...enjoyed learning about the biological sciences and art. I love to draw and always try to find fun ways to integrate visual learning into my tutoring sessions. I also have experience with the ACT and GRE standardized tests and would love to assist any student who is trying to prepare for success on either. Standardized tests are a drag but studying for them doesn't have to be! I love ice cream and comics and am...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Krystina: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...students to be able to comfortably and efficiently operate through the mechanics of English as successful contenders in academics and the work force. My commitment to literacy, literature, reading comprehension, rhetoric, and composition comes from the belief that power is embedded in how others represent us and how we represent ourselves. The ability to read between the lines and express ourselves the way we want to be understood in the world is the surest guarantee...
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University of San Francisco - Bachelor in Arts, English
CSU Los Angeles - Master of Arts, English / Critical Theory

Robyn: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...while having fun. During my time teaching English in South Korea, I especially liked being greeted with Hello, Robyn Teacher, by my youngest students every day and seeing their faces light up when it was time to sing English songs, learn phonics, or practice new scripts and role-plays. It was also a joy to see how excited and competitive my elementary and middle school students were on Special Activity days or when it was time...
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California State University-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Business Administration and Management

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

Helen: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
I'm a communications professional with a master's degree in pharmacology from Tulane University, a master's degree in journalism from USC and a bachelor's degree in neuroscience. I have two years of professional tutoring experience and thrive on guiding students to that "aha!" moment.
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Rhodes College - Bachelors, Neuroscience
University of Southern California - Current Grad Student, Journalism
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 32

Alex: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
..."A-ha" moments. Many years later, I'm sure I wasn't wrong. I would later go on to teach English As a Second Language while I lived in Colombia for a couple of years. My desire to elevate others continued and witnessing their victories, big and small, continued to impact me. I had a particular student who worked with me for 2 years. He walked in with no knowledge. We were having full conversations in English towards...
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St Petersburg College - Bachelors, Technology Management
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Masters, Technology Entrepreneurship

Zhimin: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...majored language teaching for 3 years.I have the teacher license.My students were from kindergarten to Grade 9.My native language is Mandarin. I have the the national Mandarin test certificate of Level 2 Grade A , just ranged under the level of announcers on CCTV. I can teach Pinyin,reading, writing and communication skills of Chinese.I just finished the coursework HOW TO TEACH ENGLISH SPEAKERS MANDARIN by Professor Liu May-jun from University of Communications (NCTU). I am...
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Yantai penglai teaching college - Bachelor of Education, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

Abraham: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...be helping you with your ACT math and science portion. I am also available to help you understand algebra, trigonometry, geometry, pre-calculus, and calculus. I've always had a knack for teaching people math and conveying concepts in a simplified manner. Most of my students have understood where they may have gone wrong in their reasoning or understanding of a certain mathematical concept. I'm here to help you break those misconceptions. I mostly serve in the...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Amanda: Santa Monica Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Santa Monica, CA
...courses on the TOEFL and IELTS exams. I also have experience as an English tutor for artists in the entertainment industry. My focus is to teach English of all the skills, in real life situations, academic, and specific to your needs. A little bit about my personality: Students say that I am kind, funny and friendly. My Hobbies and interests are: cooking and eating, singing karaoke, decorating for parties and celebrations, watching TV and movies....
Education & Certification
California State University-Northridge - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
California State Univeristy Northridge - Master of Arts, Linguistics
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