
Ema: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...favorite math topic is algebra, particularly because of its usefulness in solving real-world word problems. In addition to mathematics, I find joy in teaching/elucidating Shakespeare to high-school students. As a classically trained actor, I find it fun to tackle Shakespeare’s dense texts from a performance and character-driven perspective. In my spare time, I enjoy vegan...
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Harvard University - Bachelors, English

Jennifer: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
I am committed to providing my students with the best learning experience achievable. I strive to cater to their needs and challenge them to achieve their academic goals. ... I believe that every student can reach their personal potential. In order to do so, both student and educator must communicate with each other to use the student's strengths to overcome any challenges the student may face.
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy
University of Southern California - Masters, Teaching

Naama: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...for many years, since I started college. I've done private SAT Prep tutoring both here and in New York, as well as prep for other standardized tests such as the ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT. I also teach a bi-weekly SAT Prep course in Glendale, and an advanced Competition Math class for two age groups (6-8...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Cameron: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...helping them with their homework assignments, preparing them for exams, and watching them improve in their courses. During this time, I learned how to be a very patient instructor and an effective communicator. As my dad was a high school math teacher, I also learned a few things from him about how to teach difficult...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Biological Sciences
University of Southern California - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine

Rebecca: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...I saw that, as my students' reading skills improved, their overall confidence skyrocketed. They became better students because they stopped feeling incapable and inept. This experience is the foundation of my tutoring philosophy. I believe education increases one's own sense of ability and self-worth. Because of this, I aim to inspire interest and excitement in...
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Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English

Sean: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...willing to work with and help you reach your full potential on these tests. I really enjoy teaching test preparation, as there are so many aspects to taking these exams ranging from test taking strategies, the material itself, as well as preparation right before the tests themselves. I believe that every student requires a different...
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Brown University - Current Undergrad, Computer Science

Travis: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...does this empower students, but it also gives them a framework to understand and tackle more complex problems outside of tutoring. Additionally, I see no value in simply telling a student that they are wrong, or that they are incorrect. By working with each student through the thought processes and steps that led them to...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration

Benjamin: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...English to SAT and GRE preparation. While I do not have much formal experience in tutoring, I was a peer tutor throughout high school. Also, as the oldest sibling, it fell to me to help my younger brother and sister through the difficult times in their studies, so I have plenty of experience helping students...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, History
Drexel Online University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science

Chandler: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...high school, I was a member of the National Honors Society and relished the opportunities that organization provided me to tutor others. I love learning, and I love sharing that with others. What better way to engage others learning than tutoring?I enjoy video games and other computer related tasks, baseball, basketball, and I love to...
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Occidental College - Current Undergrad, Chemistry

Alan: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...I am also able to tutor Biology and US History at the AP level, and the SAT II Biology E/M exam. I am also able to tutor the Math and Science portions of the SAT. My favorite subjects to teach would be the ACT science portion, as well as US History. My tutoring style involves...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Biology

Caroline: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...course offered at U.C. Berkeley, a prerequisite for students wishing to pursue Biology as a major. Since I have a wide range of teaching experiences in both academic subjects and test preparation, I am highly adaptable to different learning styles and cater my teaching methods to meet student needs. Apart from being flexible, I am...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology

Andrew: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...to do better with the right resources and attitude. I can help with most math and english ranging from elementary to high school as well as ACT test prep. I especially like helping with essays (providing I have read the book or material it is based on). My biggest interests outside of tutoring are beach...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Business

Mark: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...recent Yale graduate with a B.S in chemical engineering. I have over 5 years of experience tutoring a wide range of subjects, and I am very passionate about math and science. My favorite part of tutoring is instilling confidence into students and making them feel that they can understand and enjoy a subject.... Everyone learns differently, but everyone can learn anything.
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Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineer

Martin: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...in Applied Mathematics, emphasizing in Actuarial Science, and a minor in Music. I have been tutoring for a few years now. I've tutored students of all ages and levels. I like to keep things simple; my approach is to break down difficult problems into smaller, easier, more manageable problems. I teach my students to do...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics

Amy: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...Master's I lived and worked in France for a year teaching English in schools. The majority of my experience has been teaching languages, and although I can teach other subjects, languages and culture are what I truly have a passion for. Through my various experiences, I have taught languages to students ages 4-18 and above,...
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Illinois State University - Bachelor in Arts, French, Theatre
Illinois State University - Master of Arts, French

Sarah: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...SAT. I especially enjoy tutoring in Biology because I love watching my students get excited about what they are learning and how it relates to different everyday experiences. For that reason, my teaching style focuses on helping students gain not only mastery of the material but also an enthusiasm for the subject that makes studying...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Whitney: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...near-peer. My goal is to help each and every student I work with find the academic subject that sparks their passion for learning. Being a visual learner myself, I have always had to create tools, draw pictures, or make games for myself in order to learn, and I bring that to my tutoring style. I...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience

Maria: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...integrate visual learning into my tutoring sessions. I also have experience with the ACT and GRE standardized tests and would love to assist any student who is trying to prepare for success on either. Standardized tests are a drag but studying for them doesn't have to be! I love ice cream and comics and am...
Education & Certification
Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience

Jack: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...as well as current events and the history behind them. When it comes to tutoring, I try to understand how a student is thinking about a problem before deciding on a specific course of action. My job isn't to be a second lecturer, and the reason that I'm there is often that simple lecture isn't...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Current Undergrad, Double in Integrative Biology and Anthropology

Linus: Westlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Westlake, CA
...of student ranging from 5 to 35 years old. I am very patient and always using efficient techniques in order to explain concepts to my tutees. I worked with both LAUSD and LA's Best After-School Enrichment program where I had to create age-appropriate lesson plans. I enjoy making Mathematics easier for my tutees.
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
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