Top Tutors serving Santa Clara

Adam: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
Learning is a life-long process. You might not get things the first time or the second time, but if you stick with it, you can always reach your goals. ... My first session will probably begin with some get to know you questions. I want to know how the student thinks and what they are interested in. Once we establish that, then we can move on and tackle any subject the way that works best for...
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Pacific Oaks College - Current Undergrad, Human Development

Grace: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...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 endeavors. In the fall of 2016, I plan to begin my graduate education; I am currently in the process of applying to PhD...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Geology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470

Kayla: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...worked as a college writing tutor. I am pursuing a degree in Elementary Education at Evangel University. English is my favorite subject because it is how we communicate and it integrates beautifully with all other content areas. You can find my subject areas in my profile! My teaching philosophy is to focus on the student and work with their interests, learning abilities, and individual strengths. My goal is to make learning fun and attainable because...
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Evangel University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Mustafa: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...helping middle school and high school aged students in a wide variety of math and science courses. I also volunteered on a weekly basis at a local community center to provide homework and study help to students. I have also helped students study and prepare for the PSAT and SAT math sections. It is my belief that, in addition to the raw information presented, math and science courses teach crucial analytical skills that can be...
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Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Math: 800

Nathan: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...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 is often to not only teach a subject, but get a student involved with a subject - that...
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Tufts University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Cody: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
I have extensive tutoring experience with both young children (middle school), as well as high school and college-aged students. I also have experience working in ADD/ADHD management, which often comes alongside my typical tutoring.
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Santa Clara University - Bachelor of Science, General Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 800

Tina: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...or at summer 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...
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Duke University - Bachelors, Economics

Lila Ann: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...grammar, conjugations, pronunciation, conversation, culture. I completed my M.A. at Yale University (African Studies, 2014), and my B.A. magna cum laude from Smith College (American Studies & Dance, 2009). During college, I studied in Paris, France for a full year, and successfully applied for a Fulbright Grant that allowed me to do ten months of research on contemporary dance in Burkina Faso (in francophone West Africa) after graduating. My teaching experience includes serving as a...
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Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies; Dance

Carlos: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...University undergraduate studying Math and Physics. I'm studying to one day become a researcher and professor. One of the things I love is making others more knowledgeable and passionate about math and science through scientific communication and tutoring. I am most passionate to tutor Calculus, Linear algebra, and ACT/SAT Math. I believe that the biggest obstacles to learning Math are 1. judgmental social environments and 2. inexperience with the multidimensional nature of math. As such,...
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Stanford University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
ACT English: 33

Jensen: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...Immunology. I worked 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...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Molecular and Cell Biology

Steven: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...medical school with an M.D. degree and am now working as a doctor. I have also received a B.S. in biology and graduated with highest honors from Lehigh University in 2018. I have extensive experience serving as both a tutor and teaching assistant for various subjects. I work 1-on-1 with my students to develop a teaching method that is catered specifically to their unique learning style. My main expertise is in life science courses such...
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Lehigh University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 720

William: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
Hi, I'm Will and I am currently a freshman at Chapman University majoring in Biological Sciences with an emphasis in physiology. I love to play tennis as well as hanging out with my friends during my free time.
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Chapman University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 720

John: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...Master's, I decided to stay in Japan and pursue my career there and found my first job at Japan's largest advertising agency Dentsu. About a year later, I was later recruited to join Dentsu's sister company The Goal which is a fashion advertising agency. I spent about 10 years living in Japan before returning back to the United States. I have an excellent understanding of the Japanese Language as well as the culture, traditions and...
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University of Iowa - Bachelors, Japanese Literature and Language
Tama Art University - Masters, Graphic Design

Erin : Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...knowledge to build from the ground up and allow full understanding of more complex topics. I have had many teachers contributed to myself falling in love with learning, with these experiences I hope to give pieces of that back to the next generation of scholars. Away from academics I love traveling, I have been to nine countries and this past summer explored the Pacific Northwest on a road trip and my first trip to Yosemite...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, Chemistry

Kathleen: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...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 encouraging the students to stay focused in their education. I am currently tutoring science, biology, and math. I...
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University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry/ Biochemistry

Lucas: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...and a graduate teaching assistant in geography and economics. My time spent at the head of the classroom has granted me a great deal of patience for working with a range of learning styles, and a passion for creating positive learning experiences. Good luck, and keep studying! -- B.S.F.S. '06, Science, Technology & Int'l Affairs, Georgetown Univ., Washington D.C. GPA: 3.75 -- 5 years professional experience in writing, research, analysis and translation. -- 2+ years...
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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

Rebecca: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...March 2009. I am pursuing a Bachelors degree through Arizona State University's online program. I'm passionate about tutoring/teaching in writing, reading and English at the Preschool/Elementary school level. Writing and reading is not only a practical skill, but also engages creativity and critical thinking skills. I hope my clients find that writing and reading can be fun and enriching in their lives. In my free time, I enjoy watching the Food Network, spending time with...
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Arizona State University - Current Undergrad, Family and Human Development

Derek: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...I am most comfortable with math and sciences. My favorite subject is Statistics, as it has several practical uses that I apply in my life nearly every day. I start by getting to know a student and observing how their mind works. I constantly ask questions to make sure their train of thought is correct as giving a direct shortcut to the right answer does not help them to deeply understand the material and prepare...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Martin: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...Security. I am admitted to practice law in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, New York, and the U.S. Virgin Islands and have worked in both the private and government sectors. Since 2006, I have been a writer, homeland security/emergency management consultant, and instructor. I teach homeland security, emergency management, and public health classes, and design homeland security classes. My favorite subjects to teach are government/political science and homeland security. The first helps me understand our amazing system...
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Connecticut College - Bachelor in Arts, Government
Suffolk University Law School - Juris Doctor, Law

Alexander: Santa Clara tutor
Certified Tutor in Santa Clara, CA
...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 given in these classes, as well as the areas students most often need help with on tests and exams. I am also happy to work with...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 770
Private Tutoring in Santa Clara, CA
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If you could benefit from meeting with a tutor for students in Santa Clara, California, communicate with Varsity Tutors. A private teacher can assist your student at Cupertino High School as they prepare for the math section of the ACT or review their science classes. Private tutoring for students in Santa Clara can be great for students of all skill levels. It's not only for struggling students. For example, if your student at The King's Academy is a fast learner who is motivated to take their studies beyond what's being covered in class, a private tutor for students in Santa Clara can help. They can introduce your student to new concepts or recommend books and other resources they can use during their free time to expand their knowledge. A tutor for students in Santa Clara can preview topics you will be covering in future classes to help you get a head start, thus boosting your confidence and helping you feel better about your studies.
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For example, if you are studying at Santa Clara University and need weekly sessions throughout the term, the amount you will pay for each lesson might be less than what someone getting a few MCAT test prep sessions might pay. Since every student has unique needs, talk to one of our Educational Directors for a more exact quote.
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Studies indicate that students who learn with private tutors tend to get better grades overall than if they were to learn by themselves, but the reality is that the benefits of private tutoring go far beyond that. As an example, you can work on improving your general study skills with your tutor. They can show you how to organize your notes or create a study plan that works for your schedule. If you are learning a new language, practicing with a native speaker can give you a chance to have your mistakes corrected in real time before bad habits take root. They can hold conversations entirely in French or whatever language you're learning to give you a chance to get real-life practice. Reach out to Varsity Teachers to get started now.
The Santa Clara School System
Located 45 miles from San Francisco, the city of Santa Clara, California, is Silicon Valley’s high-tech hub. Over 115,000 people live in Santa Clara, and almost 15,000 of them are students attending the schools within the Santa Clara Unified School District. The district’s facilities include more than 20 schools for K-12 students.
The student-to-teacher ratio of Santa Clara’s best high schools matches or slightly exceeds the California state average, yet this fact doesn’t necessarily correspond with rank or performance.
Santa Clara Student-to-Teacher Ratios
Cupertino High School has a 26 1 student-teacher ratio.
Adrian Wilcox High School has a 24 1 student-teacher ratio.
Santa Clara High School has a 24 1 student-teacher ratio.
Abraham Lincoln High School has a 23 1 student-teacher ratio.
Del Mar High School has a 23 1 student-teacher ratio.
California State Average has a 23 1 student-teacher ratio.
The majority of Santa Clara high schools students who enrolled in Advanced Placement courses earned a score of Qualified, Very Well Qualified, or Extremely Well Qualified on their AP exams. Here's how Santa Clara's schools rank in the state.
Santa Clara High School Rankings
High School | Santa Clara Ranking | State Ranking | AP Pass Rate |
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Cupertino High School | 1 | 30 | 92% |
Adrian Wilcox High School | 2 | 140 | 76% |
Abraham Lincoln High School | 3 | 314 | 45% |
Santa Clara High School | 4 | 516 | 63% |
Del Mar High School | 5 | 583 | 42% |
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This chart shows how the students of Santa Clara fared on the Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments (SBSA), the state exams given by the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress system.
Santa Clara Test Scores
Children enrolled in the third through eighth grades as well as 11th-grade students in Santa Clara take the SBSA, which covers a broad spectrum of English Language Arts and mathematics topics taught within the Common Core curriculum. The results of these exams are an indicator of a student’s academic knowledge and his or her level of preparedness for college, career, and beyond.
Students of all ages can benefit from the attention of a personal tutor. Whether your child is a kindergartner who needs to work on the ABCs or a college freshman who could use help adjusting to the faster pace and higher expectations of college, working alongside a tutor in Santa Clara is a smart choice. Current college students can also enjoy the perks of private tutoring. Santa Clara is surrounded by several nationally ranked higher education establishments, including Stanford University, which is frequently cited as one of the top ten universities in the world.
Santa Clara University Rankings
College | National Rank | Acceptance Rate |
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Stanford University | 1 | 5% |
University of California - Berkeley | 42 | 17% |
Santa Clara University | 101 | 48% |
University of San Francisco | 209 | 71% |
Mills College | 347 | 84% |
California State University Maritime Academy | 420 | 68% |
Saint Mary's College of California | 566 | 80% |
Dominican University of California | 708 | 78% |
Menlo College | UNAVAILABLE | 41% |
Holy Names University | UNAVAILABLE | 48% |
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