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Sean: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...tests. I really enjoy teaching test preparation, as there are so many aspects to taking these exams ranging from test taking strategies, the material itself, as well as preparation right before the tests themselves. I believe that every student requires a different teaching strategy, and I believe in treating every student as an individual rather...
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Brown University - Current Undergrad, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Naama: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...both here and in New York, as well as prep for other standardized tests such as the ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT. I also teach a bi-weekly SAT Prep course in Glendale, and an advanced Competition Math class for two age groups (6-8 and 9-12). It's a lot of fun! I've always found math pretty neat...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730

Rebecca: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...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...
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Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163

Maria: Lake Balboa tutor
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...planning to become a neurological physical therapist. In school, I particularly 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...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Ema: Lake Balboa tutor
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...a recent graduate of Harvard University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in English Literature with an emphasis on screenwriting. 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...
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Harvard University - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Jennifer: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
I am committed to providing my students with the best learning experience achievable. I strive to cater to their needs and challenge them to achieve their academic goals. ... I believe that every student can reach their personal potential. In order to do so, both student and educator must communicate with each other to use the student's strengths to overcome any challenges the student may face.
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy
University of Southern California - Masters, Teaching

Lindsey : Lake Balboa tutor
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...loved teaching junior and senior English in Idaho, I am now in California and am excited to get to know my new students here. My content strengths include teaching grammar, annotation, and comprehension. I believe that students who have ownership of their learning will grow and improve beyond any external expectation placed on them. Let's...
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Brigham Young University-Idaho - Bachelor in Arts, English Education

Anthony: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...and help boost their confidence by emphasizing what they already know. Then we can take that confidence and tackle the material they currently struggle with, piece by piece. I want my clients to gain a full understanding of the material so they can do well in the classroom and ultimately use the skills as a tool...
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Missouri University of Science and Technology - Bachelors, Civil Engineering

Ada: Lake Balboa tutor
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...very smart! I hope to become a part of your child's life and be able to help contribute to the emotional and cognitive growth. I bring management experience, the understanding of children, creativity, enthusiasm and patience. My promise is to present subject material in logical steps promoting Common Core curriculum through motivation and a variety...
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University of Phoenix - Bachelor of Science, Business Management
University of Phoenix - Master of Science, Education

Alan: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...level, and the SAT II Biology E/M exam. I am also able to tutor the Math and Science portions of the SAT. My favorite subjects to teach would be the ACT science portion, as well as US History. My tutoring style involves a lot of preparation work as well as review. I believe that the...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Biology
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 36

Paul: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...build on every success, small or large, with lots of praise, and I correct students' mistakes without judgment. Watching the light bulb come on in my student's head at that moment of understanding is priceless to me. I am also an avid snowboarder and certified snowboard instructor in the winter. When I am not on...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science/Philosophy
University OF PHOENIX - Master of Arts, Secondary Education
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Jon: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...the SAT to prepare them for a strong college career. I also spent considerable time with college students in my field and similar programs. Students have always given positive reviews when I ask them about the experience, commenting that the time was enjoyable and that learning came naturally. In my opinion, this is the best...
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Western Washington University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
University of California-Riverside - Master of Science, Biochemistry

Travis: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...and tackle more complex problems outside of tutoring. Additionally, I see no value in simply telling a student that they are wrong, or that they are incorrect. By working with each student through the thought processes and steps that led them to an incorrect answer, they attain a better understanding of why an answer is...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Michael: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...their full potential, and I'm always striving to a facilitate their "aha!" moments. With a strong background in math, physics, and programming, I believe these things are not just for one's career but to share as well! Past clients enjoy my teaching style where I try to look at the same problem through different combinations/aspects...
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering

Eric: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...am currently working towards earning my M.D. at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. I have five years experience tutoring a variety of subjects to students of all ages and learning levels. I feel that education is necessary and important in improving ones life, and that my role as a tutor is to package...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Colorado Denver - Current Grad Student, Medicine

Sarah: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...children with developmental disorders, using applied behavioral analysis therapy to decrease their maladaptive behaviors and increase behaviors that will help them to be successful in life. I love my job and working with children of all ages and will soon be applying to a Masters of Science program in clinical psychology. My past experience and...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, English

Sara: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...be improving grades or getting accepted by the college of their dreams. I have over seven years experience tutoring and teaching, and I pride myself in helping students become proficient and comfortable in English and history-related subjects and testing. I believe my professionalism and friendly approach greatly benefit my students' learning, and my years of...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, European Studies

Humberto: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
MIB, MSc. Marketing & Industrial Engineer. Twelve years of experience in marketing, business intelligence and business development at multinational and local companies. Ability to achieve team objectives. Multilingual (English, Spanish, French) and IT super user (SAP-BO).... All students are individuals, and everyone learns in their own unique way.... To clarify all reasonable questions students might have relative to the course objectives, as well as your expectations for their performance in class. As students leave the first...
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Universidad de Lima - PERU - Bachelors, Industrial Engineer
La Salle Business Engineering School - SPAIN - Masters, Master in International Business

Marty: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...Tutoring takes patience and perseverance. These are two important character traits I used while managing my one woman property management business for fourteen years. The self discipline I have learned over my lifetime is another gift I love to share with my students. Among others, I have used the philosophy of John Wooden when working...
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San Jose State University - Bachelor in Arts, Art

Samantha: Lake Balboa tutor
Certified Tutor in Lake Balboa, CA
...accommodate their learning needs. I enjoy being creative in my approaches to teaching, using games, songs and interaction between the students (when in a group) to make learning engaging and relatable. I am personable and open with my students because I believe that forging an honest and mutually respectful relationship is fundamental for us to...
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Smith College - Current Undergrad, American Studies
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
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