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Joshua: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...grade, I tutored my three younger siblings in many math and science courses up to Trigonometry/Algebra II and Geometry. I was also a fishing counselor for two summers at Roughing It Day camp, and I worked with kids from the ages of 3 up to 16 years old. I have always had a passion for solving puzzles and understanding how things work, leading me to obtain my degree in engineering, and I find it very...
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CSU Long Baech - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Eng.

Bobbie: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...well as they want to, in the end realizing their full potential and going beyond what they expect of themselves. I firmly believe that every student has the ability to become whom ever they wish to become in their adult lives. My style of tutoring involves discovering which learning style a student is best comfortable with, and providing him or her with the appropriate techniques of learning. In my spare time I enjoy horseback riding,...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Zach: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...stand out as a teacher is that I remember well what it's like to struggle in a subject. I was not good at math or science, so I understand what it is like to have difficulty grasping concepts. I can easily see how a student learns, and explain the concept in a manner in which the student can understand. Outside of teaching, I act in plays, write films, and I am currently composing a musical.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre/English

Mary: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...that I dislike tutoring. Because my experience tutoring college students has given me insight into some of the difficulties of transitioning into more rigorous college level work, my goal is to help middle school and high school students develop the skills they need to be prepared for the next step in their education. In addition to tutoring the details of the particular subject, I feel it is important to help students learn how to think...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Femke: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...to inspire this love of ELA in my studentswhether or not it's your strong suit. I believe that anyone can come to appreciate these arts, and get better at them, too. The strategies come first, then understanding, then improvement and appreciation. One such strategy is called scaffolding: we'll work through the text together, and I'll explain what I'm seeing as we go along. Then we do it again, with a different text, and you explain...
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University of Alberta - Bachelors, English

Varun: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...about helping others reach 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...
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Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Government/Film and Media Studies
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800

Rebecca: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...my students' reading skills improved, their overall confidence skyrocketed. They became better students because they stopped feeling incapable and inept. This experience is the foundation of my tutoring philosophy. I believe education increases one's own sense of ability and self-worth. Because of this, I aim to inspire interest and excitement in my students, not simply teach them effect ways to memorize a textbook. In this way, I agree with William B. Yeats in that "education...
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Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163

Byrd: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...Nicaragua with Outreach360 on seven trips to teach Spanish Literacy and Public Health. I returned several times and witnessed the power of education in transforming impoverished communities. At North Carolina State University, I taught children how to eat healthy on a fixed income through Cooking Matters. I am currently teaching CPR and First Aid with the Red Cross and volunteer at a free clinic in Santa Monica while I apply to Medical School. While I...
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North Carolina State University at Raleigh - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences with a concentration in Human Biology

Cameron: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...June 2014 with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Microbiology, and I took my MCAT (Medical College Admissions Test) in September 2014. After completing my MCAT I decided that I wanted to take off a couple of years to gain non-academic experience and make sure that medical school is what I want. When I am not tutoring students I participate in a couple of non-profit programs where I tutor homeless kids and under-served families for...
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California State University-Northridge - Bachelors, Microbiology

Wen: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...learning Japanese and one year of speaking basic Korean. I also had tutoring experience in my undergraduate as a hired language tutor. My goal is to create a comfortable studying zone for my students. Depending on every individual need, my teaching technique will also be different. For students who only want to pass the language exam, I will try to meet with them before their exam in order to strengthen their memory. For students who...
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University of Iowa - Bachelor in Arts, communication studies
University of Southern California - Master of Science, Communication Management

Jessica: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...patient and will make sure the student I'm working with truly understands what we're working on. The great thing about tutoring one on one is being able to go at each student's pace and work with their unique learning styles. I'm personally very visual and need to draw a picture to figure out a problem. I enjoy learning about the student's interests and incorporating them into the lesson to make it more fun and interesting....
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University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Alanna: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...a student at Occidental College, earning my B.A. in American Studies. I have tutored and taught students for the past five years in a variety of subjects in Tennessee, Los Angeles, and Melbourne, Australia. I currently tutor in SAT writing and verbal preparation, essay writing skills, English, and Literature. My favorite subjects to tutor are definitely those that involve writing, because they provide fantastic opportunities for students to express their creativity. One of my major...
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Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies
SAT Writing: 760

Gerardo: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...at University of California, Los Angeles and I have lived most of my life in LA. I enjoy teaching both Math and Physics. Every time that I step into the classroom I become energized even if I am very tired. My enthusiasm and energy are very contagious, and the students leave behind their negative attitudes towards the subjects and get engaged in learning them. At the end, the students come out with a very positive...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Physics
State Certified Teacher
SAT Math: 720

Joel: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...the Peace Corps in Thailand from 2010-2012 where I was an English teacher who worked with children from 4th-10th grade. 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,...
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San Francisco State University - Bachelor in Arts, History

Chrishon: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...in North Carolina. I first left home to go to school at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. I earned a BA in Political Science and minor is Spanish Language and Literature (after studying abroad for a year in Madrid, Spain). I graduated from Washington & Lee University School of Law (ranked #24 among law schools at the time). As a tutor, I have worked with Big Brothers Big Sisters in Charlotte, NC; the Lexington...
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George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Washington and Lee University - Juris Doctor, Law

Mostafa: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...few months away from earning a B.S. in biochemistry at California State University of Fullerton. During my time as an undergraduate, I tutored both high school and college level students. I tutored mainly biology and chemistry (CP, honors, AP and SAT II), as well as college level chemistry and biology. Being a student myself, I believe that each student has the potential to excel academically as long as he/she works hard. My teaching philosophy is...
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California State University-Fullerton - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Christina: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...bachelor's degree from Northwestern University in computer science. I have worked at the NIH and at Caltech as a bioinformatics researcher, and I am starting graduate school this fall. My experiences as a student and scientist help me explain concepts and work through problems in a clear and engaging manner. I love teaching, and strive to make each personalized lesson enjoyable and productive. In addition to math and science, I can teach the skills and...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Danielle: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
Teachers made a huge difference in my life when I was growing up. Now, as an adult, I feel lucky to be able to give back as a tutor. I love getting to know my students, learning how they tick. Understanding how my students learn allows me to tailor my approach to each student to fit his or her individual needs. I like to incorporate the student's interest as well as humor, when I can!
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, Communications
University of Southern California - Masters, Acting
SAT Writing: 710

Alex: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...of works. Its also about using those tools to draw ones own conclusions. In addition to having the right tools, I also believe that confidence is important to build in the classroom as well. During my junior and senior year of high school, I took International Baccalaureate classes in English. I sometimes struggled with writing essays and speaking up during class discussions. It was only until I sought a bit of extra help after school...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Literary Journalism

Pat: Burbank tutor
Certified Tutor in Burbank, CA
...graduate of Arizona State University. I received a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, I also have an Associates degree from Scottsdale Community College in Mathematics. I was employed at SCC for over three years while attending ASU as a math tutor helping students with their homework, preparing for exams, and/or grasping the subject matter. My favorite subjects are trigonometry, geometry and calculus. I enjoy leading students rather than supplying the answers, to stimulate problem...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelors, Industrial Engineering
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