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Samira

Certified Tutor

Samira

Current Grad Student, Doctor of Optometry
Samira's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Biology
College Algebra

Education has always been a passion of mine. I love to learn about new things and expand my knowledge of various topics. Above that, I enjoying helping people even more. After receiving my Bachelor's in Science from UC San Diego in Biochemistry, I decided to pursue a profession in health care. I fel...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelors, Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Southern California College of Optometry

Current Grad Student, Doctor of Optometry

Emily

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Emily

Master of Science, Chemistry State Certified Teacher
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Arithmetic
Chemistry
College Chemistry

I have been teaching and tutoring non-stop for the past three and a half years. I taught high school chemistry and general science, running labs, lessons, and anything else that was required. While doing that, I started teaching LSAT classes after work.Now, I'm a full time tutor, devoted to helping ...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Master of Science, Chemistry State Certified Teacher

William and Mary

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Test Scores
LSAT
171
Sebastian

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sebastian

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Sebastian's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax
Essay Editing

I am a graduate of University of California, San Diego. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a focus on International Relations, and a minor in Philosophy. Since graduation, I've been interning at a policy think-tank in Washington, D.C. I really enjoy tutoring a broad range of su...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1580
GRE
337
Preetham

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Preetham

BS
Preetham's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra 2
Pre-Calculus
Algebra
Geometry

I'm a Structural Engineering graduate from UC San Diego with a passion for helping students in the math and science fields, as well as SAT/ACT test prep. I've had experience tutoring all subjects up to the high school level, and I strive to create a fun and rewarding environment for students. I've w...

Education

University of California-San Diego

BS

Test Scores
ACT
33
Bryan

Certified Tutor

Bryan

Masters in Education, Education
Bryan's other Tutor Subjects
Arithmetic
College English
College Geography
Elementary Math

I believe that education is first and foremost about establishing relationships. I genuinely and deeply care about the students with whom I work, which creates a reciprocal relationship that I think is the foundation for establishing an education for students. The students I work with know I want th...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Masters in Education, Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelors, Psychology and History

Matthew

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Matthew

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/ Pre Dental
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Chemistry

I am a graduate of the University of California, San Diego. I chose to major in Sociology and became a Pre-dental student over time because I loved learning about the sciences. I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects, including Chemistry, Biology, and Math. I have worked with students of all ages. My...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/ Pre Dental

Megan

Certified Tutor

Megan

Master of Science, Finance
Megan's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Admissions
AP Macroeconomics
AP Microeconomics

I'm here to help! I have extensive teaching and tutoring experience, and a Masters in Finance and Economics. I teach IB, IGCSE, and Advanced Placement in Economics. IB and AP are the principle of economics foundational courses economics, business, or finance majors take at university.I have taught S...

Education

The Texas A&M University System Office

Master of Science, Finance

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor in Arts, International Economics

Brian

Certified Tutor

Brian

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

For the past 5 years, I have been helping young adults get into the college of their dreams. As an instructor at several community colleges, I have the opportunity to work with many diverse and fascinating students. I have learned that my students' education, experience, obligations, family, culture...

Education

San Francisco State University

Masters, English Literature

University of California-San Diego

Bachelors, Psychology

Michael

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

Nick

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Nick

PhD
Nick's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Geometry
Statistics

First, a little background. I recently retired from the College of Education at Oregon State University where, for the last six years, I was a teacher educator helping to prepare prospective secondary math and science teachers. I held a similar position for eight years at the School of Education a...

Education

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

PhD

University of California-San Diego

PhD

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Learning from someone who has succeeded at UC San Diego means you're learning from someone who has demonstrated mastery of rigorous, advanced material and has developed effective academic strategies. They can model how to think critically, approach complex problems, and maintain high standards—skills that benefit students regardless of their current level or goals. This mentorship aspect adds real value beyond just subject knowledge.

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