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Bryan: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...underwater! I like to keep math rooted in the real world. I can teach you the basics of geometry, algebra, calculus and statistics, but more interestingly I can show you how to use what you learn to master the world around you. I'm not a professional teacher, I'm just a regular guy who learned all the tricks the hard, long way, and I want to share them with you! Conquering math feels awesome! It's not...
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Christie: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...explained how polarizability benefits SN2 nucleophiles to a university peer a few days after learning it. These varying degrees of familiarity in subject material have helped me to practice recalling material on the spot to then explain it to a student. These different experiences have trained me to meet each student where they are. My schedule of availability begins on July 18 and until mid-August I am free from Monday through Saturday beginning at 8...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Alexander: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...am also happy to work with college students. I have worked with almost every variety of Calculus course, as well as differential equations, linear algebra, etc. Finally, I also help students preparing for standardized tests such as the SAT and GRE tests. Though my college career eventually became focused on Mathematics, I work with students on both the verbal and quantitative sides of standardized tests, and have personally had success on both sides.
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Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 770
Tina: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...camps, but I would also love to work with adults or much younger children. It's never too early to start! I hold a bachelor of science in economics and bachelor or arts in comparative area studies from Duke University, with a minor in Chinese. I also studied pastry arts at The French Culinary Institute, so In my leisure time, I enjoy baking for friends and family, along with traveling, food photography, and hiking. I look...
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Duke University - Bachelors, Economics
Kristine: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...school with a DAT score in the 98th percentile. For more than eight years, I have taught students in many different subjects such 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...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Genetics and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710
Shannon: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...not only able to learn the mathematical process, but also the ability to think analytically. I would say that my tutoring philosophy is based on encouragement and always validating the opinions of the student before steering the student in the right direction. The student must be willing to learn and absorb information, as well as willing to work with me on a schedule that will match our goals and get the desired result. I am...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelors, Biological Sciences & English (Double Major)
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 162
Nathan: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...Art History, graduating Magna Cum Laude. I will be pursuing a medical degree in the near future. During my time at Tufts, I spent three years teaching science to students of many ages as part of multiple outreach programs. My teaching experience covered topics from elementary chemistry demonstration to genetic research with high schoolers. While I enjoy tutoring a number of subjects, I am especially fond of science and math. My goal as a tutor...
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Tufts University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Jennifer: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...a language; you need to know the basics before you get speaking fluently. Math can be difficult, but it can be even more fun once you get it. To me, chemistry is the perfect blend of science and math, which is great since I enjoy both! You can learn from the most basic atoms (don't trust them, they make up everything!) to the most complex proteins to applications in the real world. Chemistry is fun...
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University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 780
Kathleen: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...for medical school applications to one day become a physician. During my undergraduate schooling, I worked with and mentored high school students through a program with the university and their cancer center, to promote higher learning in disadvantaged and underrepresented minority students. This ultimately will increase the number of minorities in biomedical research. Working with students and empowering their minds is uplifting because it is wonderful to be able to promote a fun environment while...
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University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry/ Biochemistry
Grace: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...writer and am comfortable with the mechanical and conceptual composition of written assignments. My major-specific classes included a great deal of field work as well as lab work, completing problems sets, writing research papers and lab reports, and even mapping a large portion of the Berkeley hills. I completed my senior honors thesis after a year of collaborative research with UC Berkeley faculty and intend to pursue the topic of that thesis in future research...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Geology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
Michael: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...using examples and analogies that help the student "get" and remember complicated concepts. Preparing for standardized tests such as the SAT and GRE is much easier with a tutor to help you prioritize, strategize, and structure your time wisely. I took the GRE in 2013 and earned the top score in Critical Reading, so the latest version is fresh in my mind. I am glad to share the study strategies that worked for me, including...
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The College of William & Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy, History
SAT Verbal: 770
Jensen: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...as a peer tutoring during college and I currently tutor for a non-profit organization that targets high school students. I speak English and Chinese; I speak both Cantonese and Mandarin. My strengths as a tutor are threefold. I like to focus on exam skills. I also like to build special study methods to help students improve study efficiency. Finally, I like to focus on the basics of each subject and make sure the student understands...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Molecular and Cell Biology
Melissa: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...when teaching I use scaffolding to break concepts down into manageable parts. I have experience teaching Computer Science to a classroom of 20 high school students from different socioeconomic backgrounds. This included daily lectures, mentoring, and one on one tutoring/debugging, among other responsibilities. I also gained experience tutoring college students during my time as an undergraduate. I emphasize understanding the concepts behind a problem, not just getting the assignment working, and use real world examples...
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Sonoma State University - Bachelors, Computer Science
Izabel: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...I believe that everyone has a unique learning style and that I, as a tutor, need to adapt to be able to help the students I work with get the most out of tutoring. During my free time I enjoy baking, spending time with friends at a park, and going to music festivals. I also love exploring the city of New Orleans when I???m at school, and I even still enjoy wandering San Francisco despite...
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Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Economics, International Relations
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700
Jason: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...B.A. in Political Science and History from Columbia University in the City of New York. I also earned my J.D. from Yeshiva University. I have been an ESL Tutor and college application Advisor on and off for the past 5 years in Asia and the U.S. I can help students prepare for the LSAT, improve their writing skills, and public speaking ability, among other things. In my spare time, I enjoy sports, writing, cooking, and...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and History
Yeshiva University - Juris Doctor, Law
LSAT: 165
Caitlin: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...who requested support throughout long-term written projects such as term papers and theses. I enjoy tutoring any subject that involves writing, and I have found great satisfaction in helping students organize their thoughts and learn to express themselves clearly and confidently. Many people are nervous and uncertain when tackling a written project, and it is always gratifying when they overcome this block and discover how surprisingly eloquent and articulate they can become. When I am...
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Middlebury College - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
Steven: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...of Cincinnati and talking to the Dean of Admissions on multiple occasions, I'm familiar with what is important in student applications to medical school and could serve as an invaluable resource in helping to evaluate personal statements and review other aspects of an applicant's credentials. As a Los Angeles native who has lived, studied, and worked here for almost my entire life, I enjoy spending time outdoors (swimming, playing tennis, hiking) or just relaxing in...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
University of Cincinnati - Master of Science, Physiology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
Robert: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...skills, and their passion even if they are not yet engaged with the humanities and social sciences. Knowing many teachers and professors, I also firmly believe that students fall into the cracks of education frequently because of ill-prepared teachers, an overworked system that demands too much time from them without adequate pay and respect, and because most graduate schools of education do not adequately train teachers with evidence-based scholarship and give them the tools they...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, History
San Francisco State University - Masters, English
Arnav: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
I have served as a tutor during middle school and high school for subjects ranging from math to history to English. I think that I'm a great tutor because I am knowledgeable in the subjects that I have listed above. I am also very patient when teaching others because I understand how difficult some concepts can be to grasp having struggled with them myself earlier in life. ... My teaching philosophy can best be described as...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Kurt: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
I'm a retired English professor, who loves helping students achieve their goals. Above all else, I'm here to help. I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, which I adore, and I play guitar, sing and write songs. I've been in various bands since I was 14. I'm married to Jasmine, who works at Stanford University. We enjoy exploring the San Francisco area, traveling and also relaxing at home.
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The University of Missouri in Kansas City - Bachelor in Arts, English
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus - Doctor of Philosophy, English
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Located just 20 miles north of San Francisco, the scenic seaside town of San Rafael, California, offers residents the best in both natural beauty and advanced technology. The city is home to several parks dedicated to preserving the unique combination of plant and animal life, as well as some of the best educational opportunities available in the state.
The San Rafael City School District operates two public high schools: San Rafael High School and Terra Linda High School. Each of these schools were mentioned in an article on the "Best High Schools in America" published in U.S. News and World Report magazine. While there are no colleges or universities in San Rafael, several highly ranked schools, including the University of San Francisco and San Francisco State University, are within a short drive.
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San Rafael has been home to some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry and has an extensive history in the worlds of film and video games. Director George Lucas filmed parts of his groundbreaking films "American Graffiti" and "THX 1138" in San Rafael. Lucas also launched his production company, Lucasfilm Ltd., and his special effects company, Industrial Light and Magic, in San Rafael.
San Rafael is also home of the California Film Institute, which has hosted the Mill Valley Film Festival since 1978. The Festival screens both Hollywood premieres and screenings for breakout independent films. The CFI also operates a film educational program that includes filmmaking workshops, a film appreciation class, Q&A sessions with notable filmmakers, and more than a hundred free film screenings for students.
For nature lovers and students of marine life, San Rafael is an ideal destination. The city sits near several nature preserves, including the San Francisco Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, the Hamilton Wetlands Preserve, and the Cascade Canyon Open Space Preserve.
San Rafael also offers a wealth of outdoor activities. China Camp State Park has hiking and biking trails all along its 1,500 acres. The upgraded Boyd Memorial Park has fitness classes, tai chi lessons, and kid-friendly events. Peacock Gap Golf Club hosts a championship level course and has been rated one of the area's best golf venues.
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