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Matthew: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
I have four years of teaching experience in a variety of roles from principal instructor of college math classes to one-on-one mentoring with high school students. I am passionate about social justice, novel mathematics education, and increasing diversity in STEM majors and careers. Currently, I am working on a thesis in discrete geometry and...... The philosophy that I bring to every class and tutoring session is that it is going to be a period of high...
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SFSU - Bachelors, Philosophy/Mathematics
SFSU - Masters, Mathematics
GRE Quantitative: 168
GRE Verbal: 168

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Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...learned priceless time management and study techniques that allowed me to balance my course work with 20+ hours a week of athletic commitment. In my senior year, our team made Nationals for the first time in 20 years (eventually placing 15th), and I was awarded the Margaret Akerstrom award for highest female student-athlete graduating GPA...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 730

Neel: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
My name is Neel Rana. I studied philosophy and film in college and received a B.A. in Humanities with Honors. I also attended a Post-Bacc Pre-Medical program for two years and am in the process of applying to medical school. I have worked as an AmeriCorps VISTA, a private tutor, and in Harm Reduction. ... I believe it is crucial to teach to the style and needs of your students. Good teachers and tutors are chameleons.
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Shimer College - Bachelors, Humanities
Mills College - Current Grad Student, Post-Bacc Pre-Med

Elizabeth : Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...on to work at Mathnasium, where I tutored groups of up to 5 students at a time in math ranging from 1st grade to 8th grade. I am very familiar with how to motivate students who are bored or dont feel like doing work! As a freshman in college, I also volunteered by teaching reading...
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Washington University in St Louis - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Math: 730

Jean: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...learn new concepts and thereby discover how to apply them appropriately. With both a tech and an artistic background, Im particularly interested in using technology to teach concepts in visual, interactive, and fun ways. Lately, when Im not working remotely as a CRM consultant or shooting photography, Ive been working on Prezi presentations and reviewing...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, B.S. Mathematics/Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 740

Kristine: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...as DAT, SAT, Chemistry (General and Organic), Biology, and Physics in both classroom and tutoring environments. Besides academics, I have even taught swimming and dance. My tutoring style focuses on tailoring the lesson to target the students weaknesses. I am very attentive and adaptable ensuring a more productive experience. In my free time, I enjoy...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Genetics and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710

Kevin: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...part of tutoring is understanding each individual's needs and learning methods. Everyone is different and to be a successful tutor, you cannot apply the same teaching methods to every student. Understanding how quickly students learn, what types of strengths they have, and their motivations for receiving tutoring is key to helping a student achieve their...
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Georgetown University - Current Undergrad, Finance

Jennifer: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...graduate instructor for college-level rhetoric and composition classes, as well as university-level senior thesis and literature seminars. I also work with everyone from ESL students to students with multiple languages to elementary-aged students just learning to read and write for the first time. And although it may sound silly, I get really excited about reading,...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College - Master of Arts, English Literature

Cody: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...there I took extensive college coursework in math, physics, chemistry, biology, and the humanities while also completing my high school education. After graduating I began my undergraduate education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts, recently ranked by US News as the number one university in the country. At MIT I am...
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Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Kranthi: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...to medical schools around the country and my hope is to one day work as a surgeon. I am knowledgeable in a vast range of subjects related to math and science but the subjects I love the most are anything related to biology, especially human physiology. The human body performs amazing feats every day in...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
Tufts School of Medicine - Master of Science, Biomedical Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420

Lucas: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...French, statistics and research/composition skills-- plus test preparation for SAT, ACT, GED and GRE. I am an adaptable and communicative tutor, with a broad knowledge base and varied teaching experiences. After graduating magna cum laude from Georgetown University, I studied and worked on sustainable development issues in Washington, D.C. for several years. I am now...
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Georgetown University - Bachelors, Int'l Environmental Studies (B.S.F.S.)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770

Joshua: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...at San Francisco State University, pursuing my Master's of Science in Physics. Between my undergraduate and graduate studies, I served in the United States Peace Corps to teach English in rural Panama. In San Francisco, I have been enjoying helping my students improve their test scores on the SAT. I have a strong connection to...
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Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English
San Francisco State University - Master of Science, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 770

Amanda: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...manage pieces and make sure they are understanding each step as they go along. If students still seem to be struggling, I return to more basic concepts and help them build upon what they already know. I use a variety of methods in my tutoring including visual aids, hands-on materials, books, and online sources to...
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SFSU - Bachelors, Education

Joseph: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...students ranging from freshmen to seniors in high school learn and practice the fundamentals of writing, reading comprehension, essay writing, SAT Math, SAT Writing, and SAT Reading. In the summer of 2015, I moved to the Bay Area, where I am currently taking fall semester courses at Berkeley City College. Although It was initially hard...
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Berkeley City College - Current Undergrad, English
SAT Writing: 720

Edwin: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...tutor a broad range of subjects, the subjects that interest me the most are calculus, college level mathematics, and test prep. I have a calm, adaptive tutoring style. I revise my tutoring strategies to fit each student's unique traits and I believe that a calm demeanor causes students to be less stressed, which in turn...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Arianna: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...my study, I received my ESL Instructor Certifications and taught English to both urban and rural high school students across the country. I tutor a vast array of subjects from Algebra to Spanish, but my favorites are English, History, and organizational skills. In my observations, I have always found that giving students proper organizing skills...
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Pitzer College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Matthew: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...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 has ever gotten through all...
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University of Nevada-Reno - Bachelors, Physics

Alexander: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...programs. I have a diverse mathematical background, and experience working with students who are seeking a little extra help for all kinds of reasons. I am happy to work with middle- or high-school students in any of the standard courses. I have tutored Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, etc. and am very comfortable with the assignments...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 770

Jacqueline: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...my free time, I am a volunteer for several charitable organizations such as Romanian Children's Relief, Stop Hunger Now, and Relay for Life. Though I tutor in a wide variety of topics, I am most passionate about English. I am a highly skilled writer and editor who can provide valuable tutoring to any student struggling...
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University of Richmond - Bachelor in Arts, English

Helene: Los Altos Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Los Altos Hills, CA
...taught French part-time at Bay Languages Academy, an after school program in Alameda. I started working with Varsity Tutors in 2013. I have always loved getting to know all of my students. Every single one has taught me so many things about learning and teaching, and I believe in return many have grown from working...
Education & Certification
Mills College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Anthropology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 770
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Los Alto Hills is an incorporated town in Central California. It has a population of 8,000 and is located in the county of Santa Clara. Los Alto Hills has two zip codes, and they have both been on Forbes' list of most expensive zip codes to live.
Pinewood, a private and coeducational K-12 school is located in Los Alto Hills, and because it is a private institution, it is not served by a school district. This is the only High School education available in the town. Are you planning on applying to a top ranking university? There are several top colleges near Los Alto Hills. Stanford University is an exemplary school, ranking in the top 5 universities in the country. Santa Clara University is a great school, where you can succeed in all your ventures. It ranks as the 2nd best college to go to in the West. Another excellent option is Menlo College, which ranks in the top 10 best colleges to attend in the West. Whether you are going to a prestigious elite university or a community college, private online or in-home tutoring and instruction from a Los Altos Hills tutor is a good idea to help you with your test prep and courses. You might benefit from online test prep and tutoring in Los Altos Hills.
There are several places to go, things to see, and experiences to have in Los Alto Hills, CA. The Redwood Nature Preserve is an esteemed attraction in the town. It's 6.12 acres, and has a boardwalk along Adobe Creek, as well as a trail that follows the Creek. There are picnic tables to use for eating lunch in the middle of your hike or bike ride. For the romantic, there is even a rose garden in the preserve. A great facility to be familiar with in town is the Hillview Community Center and Park. Here, you can take a variety of classes, such as art, fitness, music, cooking, dance, and more. It covers 8 acres of land, filling it with playgrounds, fields, a theater, rentable classrooms, conference rooms, and a bocce ball court. The possibilities are close to endless! If you're a history buff, you will absolutely love the Los Altos History Museum. Admission is always free. It's exhibits speak mainly toward the history of the agricultural community, and its use of the land has evolved over time.
Are you nervous about applying to top schools because you might not be accepted? If you seek online or in-home private tutoring for test prep and general subject instruction from Los Altos Hills, CA, tutors, you could potentially increase your odds of getting into your top school choice. Connecting with a Los Altos Hills, CA, tutor is one way to try to get an edge on the competition and put yourself in a position to get into the most prestigious schools.
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