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Mandy: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
Hello! I am a fourth year Physiology and Neuroscience major at UC San Diego. I enjoy teaching students and would like to help students improve with subjects in school and standardized tests. I have a strong background in Biology, Chemistry, Math, and standardized tests like SAT. I find that active learning is important to facilitate improvement and implement this by incorporating many questions/ practice problems in my lessons.
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 750
Oyungerel: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
Hi! I'm Oyuna. I'm passionate about teaching kids & college students to learn math, physics, TOEFL and Chinese. I had to take TOEFL to get accepted to engineering program in Rochester Institute of Technology. When I graduated, I had to prepare for 6 months for 2 eight hour professional engineering exams. I have lots of experience preparing for and taking tests and I am open to share my secrets with people like you.
Education & Certification
Rochester Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Rochester Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Jon: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...have a wealth of resources for students, but they tend to lack a setting that gives a student the freedom to reveal weaknesses in a subject or to question that subject at will. Not only do I enjoy conveying mathematics to students, but I am also interested in how mathematics is interpreted. Since tutoring frees students from concerns about how they are perceived by their peers, it can provide a clearer understanding of how they...
Education & Certification
University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
University of California-San Diego - Unknown, Mathematics
Carol: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...also have careers in Information Technology, Records Management, and Librarianship, having obtained my second Master's in Library Science in 2008. I then went on to become a children's librarian. Currently, I am in the process of obtaining a post-graduate Certificate in TESOL at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. I have experience with informally tutoring colleagues at my job on various aspects of Spanish. I also have studied Russian on my own, although I'm still...
Education & Certification
San Diego State University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
University of Maryland-College Park - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
San Jose State University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
State Certified Teacher
Sowmya: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...on Algebra 1,middle school math. I first talk to my students with one example and covering the motivations behind the techniques. I try to pick examples that can be greatly extended over the course of the semester as the knowledge base expands.When I am teaching a course, I often give questions to excite the students about the material and to get them thinking. The problems are challenging but carefully chosen to suit the level of...
Education & Certification
SDM College of Engineering - Bachelors, Electrical and electronics
Brandi: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
I graduated from the University of Redlands with a B.S. in Business Administration and a B.A. in Psychology. I am an experienced elementary and middle school tutor. While I most enjoy teaching English, I have experience tutoring in all middle and elementary school subject areas. I have tutored students in one-on-one sessions and after school "homework help" programs. In my spare time I enjoy running, hiking, swimming and baking. I also volunteer at the San...
Education & Certification
University of Redlands - Bachelors, Business, Psychology
Michael: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...epidemiology. These experiences have enabled me to gain a broad understanding of biology and biology careers. I love learning. While working at the University of California at San Diego, I took 14 classes in literature, poetry, and film. I studied James Joyce novels, Robert Frost poetry, Film Noir, and French novels to name a few. I am fluent in French and am a skilled writer. Last summer I attended a 6-week workshop in Paris, France...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Ana: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...from studying Chemistry, I taught English as a second language to students ranging from 13 to 40 years old. Moreover, I tutored teenagers who were learning Spanish as their second language. My favorite subject to teach is Biochemistry; I am fascinated by the way proteins are able to perform such amazing tasks in our bodies to keep us alive, healthy and strong. Furthermore, the biological processes taken place every day in our bodies are a...
Education & Certification
National Autonomous University of Mexico - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
University of California-San Diego - PHD, Chemistry and Biochemistry
Viraj: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...a tutor in the San Diego area. In high school I was a debate captain for a national-level debate team. My job was to coach the younger members. I would help them prepare for upcoming topics while working with them to develop their speaking, writing and research skills. I'm currently teaching two after-school classes, one in Pre-Calculus and the other in Biology. I am very comfortable tutoring in Math (up to Pre-Calc), Science (Biology, Physics,...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 770
Mika: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
Helping you achieve your academic goals is my top priority. I look forward to working together with you.... To make studying fun and not just a task!... Discuss with them about what challenges they feel they are facing in a given subject.... Teach them study skills and help them to develop good study habits so they can succeed.... With lots of encouragement and positive reinforcement.... Explain it in another way and provide more examples until they...
Education & Certification
Occidental College - Bachelors, History
Rhiannon: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...Epistolary Literature of the 18th century) and I am comfortable teaching it through the undergraduate, AP, and high school level. I believe that learning should be fun for every student-- and if it isn't, you're not doing it right! It's my ambition to help a student become excited about what's in front of them (yes! Of Mice and Men IS exciting and so is literary theory, too!) and really begin to understand the broader implications...
Education & Certification
Lancaster University - Bachelors, English Literature
San Francisco State Universtiy - Masters, English Literature
Bret: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
Currently I posses a degree in Biological Sciences where I completed over a 140 credits completing courses such as chemistry, organic chemistry, genetics, microbiology, and work professionally in the scientific community. I understand how challenging the pursuit for excellent of academics is and I want to help. Whether that entails going over practice problem, preparing for the next exam, or breaking down new concepts we reach the goals you've set for yourself and develop good...
Education & Certification
Florida Atlantic University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Katelyn: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
I've been teaching in elementary school for four years. I've taught second and third grade. I love teaching students and seeing how much they can grow academically. I love teaching students math and reading. I like to use a lot of manipulatives while teaching math so that the students can see the "why" in math problems.
Education & Certification
Texas Tech University - Bachelor in Arts, Russian
Western Governors University - Masters in Education, Education
State Certified Teacher
Leila: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...tutor. My experiences being tutored have allowed me to pinpoint characteristics and skills that make a great tutor, such as patience, breaking down complex concepts, and an ability to cater towards different learning styles. I have been tutoring for seven years, and have loved getting to know each of my students as they improve academically. I have experience tutoring students in elementary school through college. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, Biopsychology
Joaquin: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...Computer Science, I specialize in mathematics. However, I have been an Instructional Assistant for the last five years with the Sweetwater Union School District where I cover a great range of subjects. I am a happily married family man with values and respect for kids. I currently work with middle and high school Special Education students doing math support. I love and enjoy doing my job, especially seeing my students get A's on their tests.
Education & Certification
National University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Grace: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
What makes me a great tutor is my passion to help others connect to what they are learning in a deeper way than just what is on the printed page. I am passionate about helping students and people strive to achieve their goals with my eternally optimistic attitude and patient nature.
Education & Certification
State University of New York at New Paltz - Bachelor in Arts, English
Emily: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...at a local library in various subjects with an emphasis on Math and English. Not surprisingly, my favorite subject to tutor is math. To many people, math is just a jumble of numbers and an exercise of memorization. I was fortunate enough to be able to view math as a puzzle a series of steps that solves a mystery. As I have continued my studies in math, I have come to believe it is essential...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computational Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
David: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...professionally and personally, I have developed an excellent work ethic and leadership lifestyle which has been proven to motivate others. This passion has propelled me to become a teacher, seek other opportunities to improve my immediate and global community, and live with a view of obstacles in life as something to be overcome. Currently working towards obtaining my teaching credential and masters in education while cultivating different forms of artistic expression, such as playing guitar,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
National University - Masters in Education, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Luke: Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
Recent Grad with a Master's in Structural Engineering, Based in San Diego CA
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
University of California-San Diego - Master of Science, Structural Engineering
GRE Quantitative: 165
GRE Verbal: 166
Jocelyn : Mission Hills tutor
Certified Tutor in Mission Hills, CA
...undergraduate and graduate student, I have been a Teaching Assistant for various undergraduate psychology courses, including Cognitive Psychology, Biopsychology, Intro Psychology, Statistics, and Research Methods. As a Teaching Assistant, I have tutored students in one-on-one settings and in group settings, such as review sessions before exams. As evidenced by my educational background and future goals, I have a passion for expanding my knowledge in psychology, as well as helping other students succeed. When I tutor,...
Education & Certification
Washington State University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
California State University-San Marcos - Master of Arts, General Experimental Psychology
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Mission Hills, California, is a census designated place that is part of San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles. It is home to a Spanish mission, Mission San Fernando Rey de Espana. Founded in 1797, the mission served the community through agriculture, livestock, and water resources. You can visit the area to explore the architecture and view the materials that were used in the past.
The public school system is maintained by the Los Angeles Unified School District. There are 439 traditional and 219 year-round schools under LAUSD. Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy is a top public high school that is ranked #196 on a national level by US News & World Report. It has a 70.5 College Readiness Index with 90 percent of the students taking Advanced Placement courses. In-home or online private tutoring in Mission Hills, California, for both subject instruction and test prep might help you get into the best schools. Online or in-home tutoring in Mission Hills, California, will benefit you in your goals of getting into the top schools in the area. California State University in Los Angeles is ranked #63 regionally among universities in the state of California by US News & World Report. It is moderately selective with an early entrance program for students as young as 11. There are numerous graduate programs available as well. Mission Hills, California, tutors offer online or in-person tutoring sessions to give you the test prep and instruction you might need to succeed on the admissions tests for top schools.
There are many parks throughout the CDP. Devonwood Park provides the locals with picnicking and play areas. It is often used for birthday parties and other occasions. Romulo Pico Adobe is a home that was built in 1834. It is the oldest household in the valley. Today, it serves as a living museum that allows an in-depth look into the life of those days. There are regular events held, such as meetings, breakfasts, picnics, and more. There are aquatic centers available in every area of Los Angeles. These centers offer swimming lessons, water exercises, swim teams, and other activities to enjoy. You can visit the Granada Hills Recreation Center to enjoy baseball, basketball, tennis, and more. There is an indoor gym, auditorium, a play area, and barbeque pits as well. You can join youth and adult athletic leagues, as well as participate in the ever-changing programs offered during the summer.
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