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Denice

Certified Tutor

Denice

Masters, Medical Health Sciences
Denice's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
College Biology
High School Biology
Homework Support

Hello! My name is Denice and I am here to help you leap into your studies with ease and confidence.I finished with a BS in Biochemistry and Cell Biology from UC San Diego. During my college years, I committed 10-15 hours a week working as a tutor and pre-medical adviser helping students with a diver...

Education

Touro University Nevada

Masters, Medical Health Sciences

University of California-San Diego

Bachelors, Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Jerry

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jerry

Doctorate (PhD)
Jerry's other Tutor Subjects
Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry 2

I am a dedicated educator with a love of learning. I have experience working with students from varying backgrounds and levels ranging from kindergarten to graduate school. I am known for my patience and understanding. My teaching method is to encourage students with hints and guidance guiding th...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Doctorate (PhD)

Harvard University

Bachelor

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Michael

Undergraduate Degree
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Calculus 1
Geometry
Middle School Math

I was born and raised in San Diego, California where I spent 7 years at UCSD to attain my bachelor's degree in physics with a specialization in earth science and master's degree in geophysics. After a year off, I moved to St Louis, Missouri to get my PhD in geophysics at Washington University in St ...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Undergraduate Degree

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Deven

Bachelor of Science, Bioengineering
Deven's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Anatomy & Physiology

I am a first-year medical student attending Rosalind Franklin University. I completed my bachelor's degree at UC San Diego studying Bioengineering with an emphasis on Control Systems and Mathematical Modeling. I have worked with graduate students, collegiate students, and school students. Tutoring i...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor of Science, Bioengineering

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Krystyna

MS

My path into education wasn't a straight line it grew naturally out of a deep curiosity about the human body and a realization, early on, that I genuinely loved helping others understand it too. With a Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences and years of experience spanning graduate-level teaching, ...

Education

University of California-San Diego

MS

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

MS

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Linda

Current Grad Student, Medicine
Linda's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Studio Art: Drawing
Art

My name is Linda and I'm currently a fourth year medical student. I graduated from UCSD with B.S. degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology and a minor in Visual Art. I'm very interested in math and science, as can seen with my educational background. Since I'm currently a student myself, I understand...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelors, Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Current Grad Student, Medicine

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Vinitha

PhD

Hi! I'm Vinitha. I have a B.S. in Biology from UC San Diego and a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from UC Berkeley. I am passionate about helping students reach their full potential and recognize that students have diverse needs in the classroom. I am excited to help you achieve your academic goals!

Education

University of California-Berkeley

PhD

University of California-San Diego

PhD

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Maria

Masters, Writing
Maria's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing

I recently completed my graduate degree in English and Writing at the University of California San Diego. As an undergraduate I studied anthropology and Italian literature/language at Temple University. I moved back to Philly immediately after finishing my masters degree, and work part time for an i...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Masters, Writing

Temple University

Bachelors, Anthropology

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Christine

Masters, Acting
Christine's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
English

I'm a teacher, a mother, an avid reader, a long distance runner, an actress, and crossword puzzle lover. I think creativity is the key to learning, so I promise to work with you to find the methods of learning that are going to help you the most.My mom was an English teacher and librarian, so I've g...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Masters, Acting

Ball State University

Bachelors, Theatre

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Sami

Bachelors, Music ( and minor in theater, and minor in marine science)
Sami's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Reading
College Level American History
Comparative Literature
Ecology

I'm an actor, singer, dancer living in New York City. Before I moved to NYC to study Musical Theater at a conservatory, I graduated Magna Cum Laude from University of California, San Diego and received a BA in Music. While at UC San Diego, I earned a minor in Theater as well as studied Marine Scienc...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelors, Music ( and minor in theater, and minor in marine science)

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