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Whitney: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...and I bring that to my tutoring style. I truly believe that any student has the capacity to learn and excel in academics--it's up to the tutor/teacher to find a creative way to teach! The sciences are my specialty, as evidenced by my college major as well as my medical school preparation, but I have...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 740
Rebecca: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...this, I aim to inspire interest and excitement in my students, not simply teach them effect ways to memorize a textbook. In this way, I agree with William B. Yeats in that "education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." I empower my students to seek answers on their...
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Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163
Mark: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...teaching math and statistics at ITT-Tech for a few years and, so far, I've taught two sections of college algebra at El Camino Community College. I've also been tutoring math since high school. When I attended Central Virginia Community College, I worked in the math lab, administering tests and tutoring fellow students. I prefer to...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Math / Education
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Master of Science, Math / Statistics
Marcus: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...live in the US and not have a basic understanding of economics. The terminology and the drawing of graphs may elude you, but the concepts are embedded in you. I use aspects of my students lives and their interests to create meaning. Economics can be fun and economics can be exciting if you have the...
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Duquesne University - Bachelors, Business administration, economics
Karl: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...During my 8+ years as a high school chemistry teacher and tutor, I have developed the experience and the skills in order to help students with challenging subjects, and not only to improve their grades, but to improve their understanding and confidence with which they approach their classes. While my own knowledge of chemistry and...
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University of Delaware - Bachelors, Chemistry
Mercy College - Masters, Adolescent Education
Jessica: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...average scores increased by 200-300 points. Because I was an art major in college, I am a bit out of practice when it comes to Pre-Calculus and such, but math was my best subject in school and I can pick it up again quickly as I have seen in my experience with CollegeSpring. Math is...
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Loyola Marymount University - Bachelor in Arts, Studio Arts
Loyola Marymount University - Master of Arts, Secondary Education
SAT Math: 750
Lindsy : Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...from UCSD in 2010, I earned my Master's of Public Health at The George Washington University in Washington, DC. I have experience working with students in a classroom as well as a private setting. I have tutored and assisted elementary and middle school students with class assignments, projects, and daily homework in all subjects. I...
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University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
Master's in Public Health - Master in Public Health, George Washington University
Adam: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...in order to ensure their writing assignments (short and long papers, theses, resumes, and personal statements) were following the given prompts. I tutor any category related to the field of EnglishReading, Writing (both academic and creative), Literature, and Language Arts. My favorite subject to tutor is writing because my belief, from personal experience, is that...
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University of California-Riverside - Bachelor in Arts, English
Chapman University - Masters, English/Creative Writing
Amy: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...of Arts degree in Human Development, with a specialization in College Teaching. I have worked in Education for over 20 years; as a preschool and kindergarten teacher, Administrator, Parent and Staff Educator, and Community College Instructor in the Behavioral Sciences. In addition, I have experience working as a Teachers Assistant for children with special needs...
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Pacific Oaks College - Bachelor in Arts, Human Development
Anthony: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
I love teaching! I have a passion for sharing the knowledge I've acquired. I believe that gaining an understanding of a topic can transform how you view of the world and I believe we all need help sometimes to get from where we are to where...... I believe the first step is to see what students know well then use that as the foundation to, brick by brick, build an understanding of any new or difficult...
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Missouri University of Science and Technology - Bachelors, Civil Engineering
Pooja : Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...psychology minor. I enjoy private tutoring because it gives me an opportunity to alter my teaching habits and see which style best fits the student's learning ability. I enjoy teaching math and sciences because I see them as a puzzle and a challenge for the students at first but can become a favorable subject once...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Math: 720
Wyatt: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...I try to incorporate this philosophy whenever I have an opportunity to share mathematics, whether I'm doing a classroom presentation or tutoring a student. I find that integrating some calculation shortcuts and mental mathematics promotes intrigue, interest, and confidence. My passion for mathematics has led me to create Mathematics Magic - a non-profit organization dedicated...
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SDSU - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SDSU - Master of Science, Computer Science
Nicholas: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...to moving to New York for grad school, I worked as a behavioral therapist for children with autism and other behavioral disorders. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of San Diego where I majored in finance and biology. There, I fell in love with surfing which is one of my biggest passions! I...
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University of San Diego - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Teachers College at Columbia University - Master of Arts, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Andrew: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...about their lives and experiences. I have always been an introspective person, and have constantly strived to improve myself as a person, along with the people that I choose to surround myself with. I hope to pass along the skills and knowledge that I have accumulated in my own academic path to younger students to...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Alexandra: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...experience tutoring middle and high school math, writing, and test prep. I work with students to deepen their understanding of material so that they can become confident in their work. The goal is not getting any one problem or assignment right, but building the skillset to tackle ANY assignment independently with confidence.
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Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, United States Government and Politics
Siavash: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...courses. I have over 10 years of experience in tutoring. I enjoy learning and teaching all subjects, but if I were to choose one subject it would be biology. I love teaching math too. With my patience and methods of teaching, I make sure the students learn very well at their comfort levels. I do...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Cal State Northridge - Master of Science, Molecular Biology
Brittany: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...University's Learning Support Services as a tutor and mentor for my fellow students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Women's Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Writing, and Research. Few things are as rewarding to me as helping others to achieve their goals in and out of academia. I find that...
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University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Victor: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...to music and Spanish. I have been tutoring now for five years and have been very successful in my mission of helping students succeed! I have had the opportunity to teach in the school district I am in for about five years as well and I have seen many of my students go on to...
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California State University-Long Beach - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Maritza: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...designed the best methods to achieve targeted learning goals. I have experience teaching Reading Skills - Orton Gillingham program. I have worked with a diverse community of students, and peers. I have learned the importance of being sensitive to the needs of all. I believe learning takes place every day. Therefore, I am open to...
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CUNY College of Staten Island - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Anthropology
National University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Pavneet: Sierra Madre tutor
Certified Tutor in Sierra Madre, CA
...help to fully grasp the concepts. My approach is not only to reiterate the material you have learned in class but also to make sure you can apply this material in different ways relating to your course. By first targeting weaknesses, you'll be able to come out of sessions feeling like a pro, and ready...
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University of California-Riverside - Bachelors, Biology, General
George Washington University - Masters, Epidemiology
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Sierra Madre is a city located in Los Angeles, California. It is nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Valley and has a population of 10,900. Residents living city are less than 20 miles from downtown Los Angeles.
Students living in Sierra Madre are serviced by the Pasadena Unified School District, where they attend the following schools: Pasadena, La Salle, and Alverno High Schools. With the assistance of tutors in Sierra Madre, CA, students might be able to improve their chances of acceptance into the nation's top colleges and universities. You will be able to gain assistance developing a college-ready portfolio that can help prepare you for success. You can put in the work to try to keep up with online tutoring in Sierra Madre for your courses or test prep, so you can spend more time planning for your future.
Are you looking for private instruction to help you get into your top college? Online or in-home test prep tutoring in Sierra Madre, CA, is available to help you work towards your goals. This means that you can work with someone who can give you the assistance you need to potentially increase your chances of entering a top Los Angeles school like UCLA, the University of Southern California, and California State University Los Angeles.
You have a variety of entertainment options that you can explore around Sierra Madre. The downtown area has a historic district with many different shops and restaurants that cater to various tastes and styles. Here, you can stop by independently-owned farm stalls and buy specialty foods like jams, syrups, jellies, and other items. You can also buy a number of trinkets and decorations that you wouldn't be able to find anywhere else.
The city hosts an annual Independence Day Parade that lasts for three days. This event, known as the "Star Spangled Weekend," attracts people from across Los Angeles who enjoy live music, food, fireworks, and games.
Since Sierra Madre is located along the outskirts of the Angeles National Forest, you can easily spend time away from the city. This 655,387-wildlife reserve is an excellent place for hiking, fishing, and camping. It is the perfect way to surround yourself with nature long enough to forget that you live in one of the country's largest metropolitan areas. Hoping to further your education through private instruction? Tutors in Sierra Madre look forward to tutoring you for your course or test prep, either in-home or online, that can assist you in planning for your future success outside of secondary education.
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