
Alison
Certified Tutor
...Californian for most of my adult life. I received a Bachelor's Degree and teaching credential in English from San Diego State University and went on to teach 7th and 8th grade language arts in a diverse public school. I then moved north to beautiful Sonoma County where I completed a Master's degree in English literature....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, English

Brooke
Certified Tutor
...about math as well as GRE test prep. From my experience in the classroom, I have discovered that it's very important to tailor the learning experience to each student. Every student is different and will benefit from varied methods. In general it's important to minimize lecturing and to give a student the opportunity to try...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Physics
PHD, Physics

Julie
Certified Tutor
...as an MA Early Modern European History from University of Colorado at Boulder. I am working on my MAT at the University of Portland. I have spent the past five years working as a tutor in several subjects, but with an emphasis in academic writing. I spent three of those years at Sonoma State University's...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History and English
Master of Arts, History

Molly
Certified Tutor
...for my BA in History and went on to Sacramento State for my credential and some graduate courses. I have since worked at an independent study charter school for the past 7.5 years and am now substituting for some of the local districts. I look forward to making a difference in more student's lives and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Social Science

Joshua
Certified Tutor
...the material in this way. This method prepares the student with a basic foundation of knowledge to continue to study independently, that is, without the help of me. Thus, as your potential tutor I will come to know the weaknesseses in your knowledge and improve them in a way best suited to you.... Teaching plays a dual role in my life: it helps me improve the understanding of a concept for the student, and fortifies my...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biochemistry
Masters, Biochemistry

Samantha
Certified Tutor
...obtaining my bachelors (B.S.) at Sonoma State University in chemistry and 5 years while obtaining my Ph.D. at UC Santa Cruz in chemistry (bioinorganic). I love chemical research and teaching chemistry to others. While not teaching or tutoring I enjoy running and hiking on trials because I think you have to put in effort to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chemistry
PHD, Chemistry

Robert
Certified Tutor
...were American but many others who came from at least 50 other countries and whose home languages were diverse but who were learning in an American-curriculum, English language based school much like the best independent schools here in the U.S. So now I am happily retired here in Lawrence, enjoying being close to family but...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Masters, Science Curriculum and Instruction

Robin
Certified Tutor
...few adventures after high school, I returned to the area and settled into college life at Sonoma State University. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, minoring in Environmental Studies with a focus on environment-based education. I then moved up to Portland and attended the Graduate Teacher Education Program at Portland State University....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Masters, Education

Melissa
Certified Tutor
...when you are completely stuck on a problem or concept, so 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...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Computer Science

Barry
Certified Tutor
...an engineer. After 3 years, I decided that I was not really interested in pure engineering - it was too dry, boring, and impersonal for me. I finished with an entirely different degree - a Bachelors in Psychology. After I graduated, I found the ideal job - helping engineers design things that people can use...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Masters, Industrial and Systems Engineering

Sean
Certified Tutor
...years in the math lab on campus and student taught college algebra my last semester there. I enjoying being able to help students come to understand math, and strive to get them to actually enjoy it! I like RPG games. I love music and dancing. I am an avid fantasy book reader I look forward...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Physics

Zoe
Certified Tutor
I began my career in education as a tutor and have since tutored and taught hundreds of students. I have tutored and taught English literature, composition, reading, technical writing, standardized test prep, ESL, and French. I love working with students and finding ways to help them best understand the material.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, Rhetoric and Composition
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Masters in Education, Mathematics

Amy
Certified Tutor
I am a credentialed teacher and taught 3rd grade. I have also been a tutor for elementary and high school age students for many years. I have experience in tutoring most subjects. My goal is to help you / your child feel confident and successful in any subject we work on together.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History

Loren
Certified Tutor
I am a highly experienced and skilled very flexible retired teacher and tutor. I am an energetic, intelligent, communicative, responsible worker! I have over 35 years experience teaching/tutoring students with a variety of Special Needs!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Certificate, Special Education

Susan
Certified Tutor
...in editing, proofreading, teaching, behavioral management, and tutoring. Strengths are recognizing the needs of special learners, building and expanding on unique and tailored curricula and integrated skills support, and building self-advocacy and independence in students of all ages. Longtime tutoring professional with a K-8 CA teaching credential with a concentration in Comprehensive Language Acquisition and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Certificate, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

Jennifer
Certified Tutor
...skills. I have extensive experience with all ages and grades (PreK-12+). Currently, I am working as a virtual Special Education teacher during the day hours and I am available to tutor from 4:00-9:00 in the evenings. I am also available on the weekends. Subjects for tutoring service: Reading/Writing (including early reading skills) (K-12) Study Skills/Organization...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Social Work
Certificate, Special Education

Cora
Certified Tutor
...academic support plans for students' unique needs, and teach a study support class that includes executive functioning skill support and study strategies. I have over 10 years of experience working with learners of all ages, but my expertise is in working with high school and college students. I specialize in working with first-generation college students,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Michelle
Certified Tutor
...teaching business students in higher education for the past 8 years. I have taught Personal Finance, Financial Markets and Institutions, Business Law, Introduction to Business and Business English. I am a licensed attorney and have over 25 years of professional experience in business and law. I have a BA in Business Management/Marketing, a MBA in Finance...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management
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