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Sam

Certified Tutor

Sam

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Sam's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2

I am a sophomore at UC-Santa Barbara majoring in computer science and statistics. Growing up, I always loved math and science, and I've always wanted to share that love with other people around me. While in high school, I led a Python class at a computer camp and tutored many middle school and high ...

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Dmitriy

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Dmitriy

Bachelor
Dmitriy's other Tutor Subjects
CPA
CPA FAR - CPA Financial Accounting and Reporting
Professional Certifications
CIA - Certified Internal Auditor

A goal-oriented professional with over 20 years of experience in corporate accounting and financial reporting, internal and external audit, due diligence, internal control systems implementation and risk assessment, including as a VP of Accounting, Manager at a Big 4 firm and Head of Internal Audit....

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelor

Katheryn

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Katheryn

Bachelor of Science, Pre-Biology
Katheryn's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
College Algebra
Elementary Math

My name is Katheryn Nguyen and I am a full time college student at University of Southern Californiaa. I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry in hopes of pursuing the medical field later on. The subject that I specialize in is math. During my free time, I enjoy listening to musi...

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelor of Science, Pre-Biology

Josh

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Josh

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Josh's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Anatomy

I am a graduate of the University of California Santa Barbara. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. I am currently a 3rd year dental student at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. I have tutored students from all backgrounds and ages, more specifically with...

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

University of Pennsylvania

Doctor of Medical Dentistry, Dental Medicine

Nathnael

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Nathnael

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Nathnael's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Physics 2
Biology

I am a person who takes pride in helping others achieve their educational goal. I am an extremely talented and focused person with excellent GPA. I graduated from UCSB in biology and earned excellent grades. With me rest assured that all your academic difficulties will be solved.

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Renee

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Renee

Current Grad Student, Secondary Education, English
Renee's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
Art History

I have been a high school English teacher for 2 1/2 years. Education was always a passion of mine and I became a teacher because I believe that the quality of a young person's education is the strongest tool they have to build success and happiness later in life. I love introducing students to a nov...

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelors, Art History

Roosevelt University

Current Grad Student, Secondary Education, English

Stephen

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Stephen

Doctor of Philosophy, Mathematics
Stephen's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC

I am a recent graduate from the Math Honors program at University of Tennessee, Knoxville and I will begin my PhD in Mathematics at University of California, Santa Barbara this fall. Like many students whom I've tutored, I have not always been a successful mathematics student. In fact, it wasn't unt...

Education

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

University of California-Santa Barbara

Doctor of Philosophy, Mathematics

Reba-Anna

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Reba-Anna

PHD, Educational Technology
Reba-Anna's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
Business
Business Writing
California Proficiency Program (CPP) Prep

I have taught high school and college level course for over a decade. I believe that there are common themes that students posses that can impede their learning. A key element is self confidence in their ability to learn. I believe in building up a student's confidence as they learn a subject so the...

Education

Alliant International University

PHD, Educational Technology

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelors, English literature

Alexander

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Alexander

Doctor of Philosophy, Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics
Alexander's other Tutor Subjects
College Application Essays
English
High School English
High School Writing

Teaching Philosophy and ApproachI know that psychology is a fascinating science, and my goal for teaching is to seek the motivations (hidden or not) within students that they believe the same. It is satisfying hearing students express an appreciation for a given topic of study that they did not know...

Education

California State University-Northridge

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

University of California-Santa Barbara

Doctor of Philosophy, Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics

David

Certified Tutor

9+ years

David

Master of Arts, Mathematics
David's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC

I have a Masters degree in Mathematics from the University of California at Santa Barbara. I taught all the lower division Calculus courses as a teaching assistant. I taught 7th grade math as well as being a tutor for remedial 7th and 8th grade math. I tutored math in high school, college and since....

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Master of Arts, Mathematics

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

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