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Kevin: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...the most important part of tutoring is understanding each individual's needs and learning methods. Everyone is different and to be a successful tutor, you cannot apply the same teaching methods to every student. Understanding how quickly students learn, what types of strengths they have, and their motivations for receiving tutoring is key to helping a...
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Georgetown University - Current Undergrad, Finance
Jean: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...behind how we learn new concepts and thereby discover how to apply them appropriately. With both a tech and an artistic background, Im particularly interested in using technology to teach concepts in visual, interactive, and fun ways. Lately, when Im not working remotely as a CRM consultant or shooting photography, Ive been working on Prezi...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, B.S. Mathematics/Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 740
Neel: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
My name is Neel Rana. I studied philosophy and film in college and received a B.A. in Humanities with Honors. I also attended a Post-Bacc Pre-Medical program for two years and am in the process of applying to medical school. I have worked as an AmeriCorps VISTA, a private tutor, and in Harm Reduction. ... I believe it is crucial to teach to the style and needs of your students. Good teachers and tutors are chameleons.
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Shimer College - Bachelors, Humanities
Mills College - Current Grad Student, Post-Bacc Pre-Med
Matthew: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...STEM majors and careers. Currently, I am working on a thesis in discrete geometry and combinatorics, as well as doing research for UCSF where I design machine vision software. I am well positioned to motivate and justify nearly every aspect of math education as being crucial for a future career in science, engineering or education....
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SFSU - Bachelors, Philosophy/Mathematics
SFSU - Masters, Mathematics
GRE Quantitative: 168
GRE Verbal: 168
Audrey: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...collegiate mock trial team for several years, which involves mentoring younger students in oral and written communication skills. In addition to my experience, standardized testing has always been a forte of mine. I am enthusiastic about sharing the skills and strategies that I have picked up along my way. If you are seeking a patient,...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
John: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...summer scholarship to study aboard in Tokyo, Japan at ICU. This experience sparked my interest in studying and living abroad in Tokyo, so upon returning after summer abroad I enrolled in another year long study abroad program at Meiji University. After finishing my undergrad, I returned to Tokyo where eI went on to advance my...
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University of Iowa - Bachelors, Japanese Literature and Language
Tama Art University - Masters, Graphic Design
Kranthi: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...have been applying to medical schools around the country and my hope is to one day work as a surgeon. I am knowledgeable in a vast range of subjects related to math and science but the subjects I love the most are anything related to biology, especially human physiology. The human body performs amazing feats...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
Tufts School of Medicine - Master of Science, Biomedical Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
Amanda: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...the past 3 years since I graduated in 2012. Working with youth and helping students discover their true potential for success, regardless of background or barriers, has always been a deep-seated passion of mine. I, myself, a first generation college student hailing from a low income family, want to emphasize how important it is to...
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San Jose State University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Dance
Paul: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...are an ocean. Ryunosuke Satoro. Im passionate about Ocean Conservation, Marine Exploration and protecting the environment. I've worked hard to become a better teacher and mentor. I recently completed my Masters degree at Utah State University as an Environmental Engineer. I love working with students and get them interested in science and maths, especially chemistry!
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University of Melbourne - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Utah State University - Masters, Environmental Engineering
Daniel: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...tutored biology, physics, math, history, chemistry, and ecology. My teaching method is to make complex ideas more relative to simple concepts and everyday life. I believe that making connections to concepts while learning is the easiest way to grasp a subject. I enjoy all sports with an emphasis in basketball, baseball, football, soccer, and tennis....
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Shannon: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...Literature, Criticism, and Analysis. I have worked as a tutor for six years. During this time, I have had the most experience tutoring pre-algebra, algebra, advanced algebra, geometry, Spanish and college-level algebra. I think based on the amount I have tutored and my overall experience, my favorite subject to tutor is math because there is...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelors, Biological Sciences & English (Double Major)
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 162
Christie: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...an aim for a career as a Physician's Assistant. Tutoring students is directly related to my mantra and passion to educate. I am very eager to apply the lessons learned through high school and two years at Cal to help a student excel in any material. Because both of my parents are teachers (one high...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Mei: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...to properly choose the correct inputs to the equation. Memorizing formulas is good, but understanding how and why is better. Answers are good, but repeatable problem solving skills are better. Doing practice tests is good, but focusing on the troublesome problems is better. Simply - knowledge is good, but intelligence is better. My favorite subject...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 730
Jason: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...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...
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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
Talia: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...experience working with individuals with special needs, from moderate to severe, and the gifted population. I am highly adept in tailoring education to fit each learner's needs, while maximizing output, motivation, and self-confidence. I sincerely enjoy working with children, listening to their stories, and sharing a laugh as I impart knowledge in a structured but...
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Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology
Katherine: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...to a higher level, I am comfortable working with a variety of students and their learning styles. In a one-on-one setting I can support the student’s current English curriculum-with reading comprehension (how to engage with a text critically and analytically), organization, grammar and the writing process. Starting with brainstorming ideas, to actually writing words on...
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Holy Names University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities
Holy Names University - Masters, English
Eric: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...instruction for K-12 students in all subject areas but focused in math and literacy. I also worked as a substitute teacher in the Buffalo area providing quality instruction in a variety of disciplines as needed. I plan to continue substitute teaching in the 2015-2016 school year in the San Francisco Bay Area. While my teaching...
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Vanderbilt University - Masters in Education, Education
GRE Verbal: 164
Jennifer: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...arts to mathematics for elementary to college students. I believe that the most productive progress can be made with the one-on-one interaction tutors can have with students. With this interaction, I can tailor my teaching methods and figure out a better way to explain a difficult concept. Being able to be a part of a...
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University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 780
Tina: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...mainly middle/high-school students in Chinese or ESL in the home 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...
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Duke University - Bachelors, Economics
Grace: Walnut Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Walnut Creek, CA
...of California, Berkeley. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Geology from the Department of Earth and Planetary Science and completed my undergraduate education with honors. While my passion is earth science, I have had experience and academic success in courses related to biology, ecology, environmental science, astronomy, and geography. I have a strong background in...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Geology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
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