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Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
I have extensive tutoring experience with both young children (middle school), as well as high school and college-aged students. I also have experience working in ADD/ADHD management, which often comes alongside my typical tutoring.
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Santa Clara University - Bachelor of Science, General Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 800
Matthew: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...spent in science and math classes, often it wasn't easy for me, so I understand what it's like to struggle with something and feel like you will never understand. But if you work the problems enough times and never quit you'll get through it. And asking for help is never a bad thing, no one...
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University of Nevada-Reno - Bachelors, Physics
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Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...point where concepts finally make sense. There is a sort of instant gratification when you are able to find a solution to a tricky math problem. Through my experience with standardized tests like the SAT, I have found many tricks to beating the ???game??? of standardized testing and would love to share them with you....
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Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Economics, International Relations
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700
Charles: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...Science in Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology. I am very passionate about the life sciences and also have experience in psychology and mathematics. I am an active volunteer at a children's hospital and plan on pursuing a career in medicine. My goals are to help my students learn in a fun environment that also nurtures...
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University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelors, Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology
Christie: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...observed their teaching methods in the classroom and have received their teaching. I have had the opportunity to communicate through difficult concepts with them, evaluate methods, and test approaches occasionally with my own tutees. I have taught the English language, a subject I am very familiar with, to primary school students in Japan as well...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Donald: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...breaking down concepts in the easiest way. My passion for the sciences drives me to not only teach what is on paper, but offer deeper insights to the material. I also love to laugh, and because of that, I try to make sessions light hearted, and less intimidating. Furthermore, as a problem solver, I will...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Terry: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...Hillsborough, CA. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Computer Science and English. My students have gone on to MIT, Stanford, and UC. I am a firm proponent of the "growth mindset", believing that focused effort can lead to mastery of any subject, and I try to impart this...
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SFSU - Bachelor in Arts, English with Computer Science Minor
Alok: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, 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
Jenny: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...college, I have tutored students and peers in academic areas more focused on writing and math. A core part of my teaching and learning philosophy is that I will have mastered a material if I can teach another person these concepts and come up with my own examples to illustrate my understanding. I will infuse...
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Claremont McKenna College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 730
Lily: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...on magic and politics in the medieval Welsh "The Four Branches of the Mabinogi." Aside from reading medieval literature (and other non-medieval books), I love to ride horses, eat good food, and hike with my dog, Beau. I am also involved in theatre, and am currently working with a Shakespeare company in the Portland area....
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Reed College - Bachelors, English
Josh: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...And why is that, you may ask? Well, I am subject to a never-ending flow of knowledge because I perpetually wonder why. The search for answers to any question beginning with "why" has taught me everything I know -- and put me in a position to disseminate my knowledge to other people. Tutoring is the...
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University of California-Berkeley - Current Undergrad, Physics, Economics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
James: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...the short term answers simply to achieve an immediate grade. Writing is a skill we develop over the course of our lives, always learning and improving, and it is a skill we will always need, whether we're writing high school essays or cover letters for promising careers. I look forward to helping every student develop...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, English Literature
Bryan: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...in the real world. I can teach you the basics of geometry, algebra, calculus and statistics, but more interestingly I can show you how to use what you learn to master the world around you. I'm not a professional teacher, I'm just a regular guy who learned all the tricks the hard, long way, and...
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Lila Ann: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...I am fluent in French, have a strong background in Spanish, Arabic and German, scored 100% on the First Year National Latin Test, and have recently taken up Portuguese while studying dance and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Brazil for two months. I hold students to high standards, but with a light humor and sensitivity to...
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Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies; Dance
Panta: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...to Germany knowing only a few words, so I definitely know language learning frustrations first-hand. I kept working at it, studied abroad again at the University of Bonn, and earned my Bachelor's degree in German! I was able to apply these skills as an educator when I taught English in Austrian high schools for two...
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University of Kansas - Bachelors, Germanic Langauges & Literatures
University of Kansas - Masters, Curriculum & Instruction
Retesh: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...been a student myself for essentially my whole life and the most important lesson I've learned would be that it is important to never lose hope when life gets tough. It's okay if you don't have all As every semester in every class: what's more important is your effort. One's efforts and hard work are...
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Marquette University - Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
Drexel University - Masters, Health Management and Policy
Jessica: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...instruct classes on SAT Critical Reading and ACT Reading. I also continue my private tutoring practice and, of course, tutor for Varsity Tutors. I enjoy working with and connecting to my students. My style of tutoring is professional, but still informal and engaging; I want the student to look forward to the sessions we have...
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Stanford University - Bachelors, Theatre and French
Nathan: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...goal as a tutor is often to not only teach a subject, but get a student involved with a subject - that is, excited about it. I find students can make the biggest improvements when they feel personally engaged in the subject. Outside of academics I like bikes, coffee, and Kurt Vonnegut.
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Tufts University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Grace: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...was not my focus, I am a proficient writer and am comfortable with the mechanical and conceptual composition of written assignments. 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....
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Geology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
Lihua: Alamo tutor
Certified Tutor in Alamo, CA
...than 10 years experience teaching Chinese for foreigners while living in China. My students range from 10 years old to 80 years old. I I use different teaching methods for different age groups. The teaching content will also vary according to the needs of the students. In my spare time, I like traveling, hiking, tennis,...
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Beijing Technology and Business University - Bachelor in Arts, English Language and Literature
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Master in Public Health Administration, Public Administration
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