Top Tutors serving San Diego
Terri: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
I taught school for 12 years. My favorite subjects to tutor are: all Elementary subjects, American/World History, English, Geography, Arithmetic and Test Prep for GED. I enjoy working with all ages. My goal is for your child to be successful. Looking forward to tutoring your child.
Education & Certification
California Baptist University - Bachelor in Arts, Biblical Studies
Jimmy: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...students who have benefitted from undergraduate research supported by the grant include 2 students admitted to the M.S. program and 3 students admitted to the Ph.D. program. During the summers of 2012 and 2013 I worked with gifted students enrolled in Summer Science Academy from grades 8th, 9th, and 10th and in Upward Bound from grades 11th and 12th. The research work performed by two students this year and four students enrolled in Upward Bound...
Education & Certification
University of British Columbia - Bachelors, Chemistry
University of California-Los Angeles - PHD, Physical Chemistry
Liga: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...When I was an undergraduate at Stanford University, I decided to study quantitative economics because I could apply math for the good of society and teach, do research and help people. I continued studying international economics in Graduate school too and received a Masters degree. I have applied math and economics for most of my career either in big companies, for the government or for consulting firms. I really enjoy teaching high school and middle...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
University of California-Santa Cruz - Master of Arts, International Economics
Brandon: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...look forward to taking Algebra and Calculus tests because my teachers equipped me with the skills I needed to confidently approach tough test questions. This is the vision I have for my students: that they will be prepared with the knowledge that math questions are tough, and that they will have the skills and confidence to find solutions to these problems without fear. Math is hard. It can be one of the most frustrating subjects...
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Pepperdine University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730
Jeremy: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...took first place in the congressional art competition for the state of Arizona when I was in high school which awarded me with a scholarship to study at a top art university and my art was exhibited in the capital building in Washington D.C.. I am very passionate about teaching drawing and illustration. The styles that I am the most experienced with are cartoon, anime, and still life. As an artist, it's important to keep...
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Art Center College of Design - Current Undergrad Student, Arts, General
Emily: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...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 as it helps to develop problem solving skills as well as fundamental principles of logic. These skills have helped me through various subjects like statistics and general chemistry. I like to tutor through concrete examples, and my...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computational Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
Matthew: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...and tutor for the past 10 years, working internationally and here in California. The purpose in my career has always been to help prepare students and teachers reach their aspirations through English. In my career, I've taught young learners, school students, university students, and adults of all English levels. I've been a teacher trainer and lectured on ESL teaching methodology. I can help you learn to speak, write, read, and listen in English.
Education & Certification
Emerson College - Bachelor in Arts, Drama and Dance Teacher Education
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Master of Arts, International and Comparative Education
Luke: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, 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
Olivia: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...student's needs. I am determined to help each student unlock their potential and find their love of learning through a positive learning environment that is challenging but also supportive. I have also had a lot of experience with the SAT's, AP exams, and the college process, and I look forward to sharing my tips and strategies with my students. In my free time, I love to run, play tennis, read, write, and explore San Diego...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Undecided
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
John: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...Baptist University in 2019. My teaching experience started when I was 15. I became a merit badge instructor at a summer camp, and through the camp became a Red Cross Instructor. This drove me to obtain my EMT-B training and work as the camp health officer. Since obtaining my bachelor's I have helped a number of radiology students in preparation for the ARRT(R) exam. I worked at a trauma center as an RT(R) and thoroughly...
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Palomar College - Certificate, Emergency Medical Technology
California Baptist University - Bachelor of Science, Radiologic Technology
Bjoern: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...is often challenging to keep track of the needs of every single student in the classroom. Yet, the rigorous education at German university to become a teacher has supplied me with a range of teaching methods and strategies and thus I have been able to recognize specific needs in students and to implement appropriate lesson plans that take into account their individual learning speed, learning channel as well as their strengths and weaknesses. Tutoring students...
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University of the Saarland - Bachelors, Sports Science, English (English as a Foreign Language), Educational Science
University of the Saarland - Masters, Sports Science, English (English as a Foreign Language), Educational Science
Mandy: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, 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
Chi-Sun: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...just learn how to apply formulas and do well on tests. Although they may get good grades, this will be useless later in life. In my teaching experience, when students actually learn the concepts and logic, not only does their math vastly improve, but they also learn to enjoy math, which is the ultimate goal. My qualifications include excelling at all high school math competitions including finishing second at the 1989 Colorado Math Olympiad. I...
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Jeanine: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...Environmental Engineering with a primary focus in Environmental and Structural Engineering. Upon graduation, I moved to Tanzania to pursue a Fulbright Research Grant where I was able to work with community members to help establish a water distribution system for a rural village. After returning, I completed my Masters level coursework at the University of California, Davis in Civil and Environmental Engineering. I have had a variety of tutoring experiences over the course of my...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Civil and Environmental Engineering
University of California-Davis - Master of Science, Civil and Environmental Engineering
Courtney: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...constructing a well-thought thesis, learning how to research and cite sources to discovering and developing your own style and voice--these are just some of the techniques I have helped students master. My students have been wonderfully varied, ranging from absolute newcomers to the language to students preparing for undergraduate and graduate university programs. In addition to working as a language tutor for over a decade, I have taught English Composition courses to first-year university students...
Education & Certification
University of California-Riverside - Bachelor in Arts, English
Yunkai: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
A passionate college student who majors in Statistics and minors in Computer Science Engineering.
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 35
Amanda: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...able to accept these difficult subjects as a positive challenge. Getting the help I needed was a decision I am proud of today. I am a graduate from San Diego State University with a B.A in Sociology. I am currently working as a Behavioral Specialist with under privileged youths to help them achieve their behavioral and educational goals. My plan is to attain my Masters degree and become a school psychologist. To me, education is...
Education & Certification
San Diego State University - Bachelors, Sociology
Caroline: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...the fall, I plan on attending Stanford School of Medicine with the long term goal of a career in academic medicine. My teaching experience includes volunteering to tutor low income students as well as TA'ing for several introductory biology classes at Caltech. I was also a Dean's tutor in subjects such as biology and chemistry. Currently, I tutor in MCAT preparation for all three sections. I enjoy teaching all subjects, but I am most passionate...
Education & Certification
California Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Math: 800
Ellen: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...craft of teaching. My biggest take away is that every student learns differently and it's imperative to create ways for students to see incremental success so that their confidence grows along with their mastery of the content. Although I am excited to tutor in a wide range of subjects, I myself love to read and write. I have a great time helping students discover a love of literature and critical thinking, whether that be through...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, International Development Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Verbal: 730
GRE Verbal: 165
Holly: San Diego tutor
Certified Tutor in San Diego, CA
...find that I am most passionate about teaching English and the Arts because I can have so much fun with it! I am a firm believer in making education accessible to all learners, so I plan and prepare my lessons to be dynamic and engaging. During my free time, I enjoy practicing yoga, hiking in Mission Trails, playing my ukulele, listening to old records, cooking, baking, and planning my next travel adventure.
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelor in Arts, History of Art
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