Certified Tutors From University of San Francisco

...in academia and in tutoring, I am a strong advocate for tailoring my teaching style to a student's needs. I also strongly believe in teaching problem solving skills to give the students the tools to critically think with or without a tutor or teacher present. I look forward to meeting you and your child, and...

...and journalism or through the scores in standardized test-taking, college entrance essays or personal statementsthese often being the only opportunities to demonstrate who we are. Trust is the basis of my tutoring and teaching philosophy. Every student deserves to know that their tutor is out for their best interests, part of which includes the understanding...

...ages and would love to help any student master the language! I have worked as a Spanish Immersion teacher for several years and have had much success with my students; I even taught my now husband, a self proclaimed "non-scholar" how to speak Spanish fluently. I would ultimately love to help anyone gain a better...

...I enjoy teaching! As a youngster I loved asking questions and spending time with books. I graduated from Davidson College in 2009 with a degree in English and Spanish Literature. After college I spend five years teaching in Oakland, California where I also earned my Masters in Teaching and Education. I enjoy teaching K-12 reading...

...University in Chicago, Illinois and my B.A. from the University of San Francisco. My scholarly interest tends towards European and American History, specifically the construction of gender through the lens of consumerism and nationalism. As far as tutoring I have lectured and taught throughout the course of my graduate studies on top of my experience...

...as well as understand Chinese culture. As we know, Mandarin Chinese is a challenging language. To make students interested in learning pinyin and grammar, I will provide you with dictations, tests, and quizzes while keeping you entertained by doing some skits and dialogues to practice the tones. I also offer classes for people who plan...

...all of their senses in the learning process. I know from professional and personal experiences that experiential learning is critical in order for students to process, retain, and synthesize new information. In Macedonia, for two years, I had the freedom to take calculated and creative risks in the classroom without fear of consequences from colleagues...

...with multiple years of experience teaching English overseas, having lived in both Thailand and Laos, and worked with students of all ages and skill levels. My lessons have ranged from language activation and phonics in kindergarten, to grammar instruction with teens, to conversational business English with adults. Whether Test Prep, ESL, or academic tutoring, I...

...the last five years, I have taught English as a second language and Business English in some of the most prestigious academies in Seoul and South Korea in general. I've learned quite a lot from my experiences helping students of all ages improve grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, and writing and I look forward to using...

...While a Ph.D. student I spent three years as a graduate teaching assistant and three semesters teaching the Western Civilization 102 survey course. As an instructor I focus not only on the "what" but also on the "why and how." In doing so, my goal is to teach students critical thinking skills, getting them to...

...a current graduate student at the University of San Francisco, completing my Master's degree in Public Administration and Health Services. I'm a Bay Area native and enjoy meeting new people. I love traveling and learning about new cultures and helping others. I decided to join the Varsity Tutors team because I know how important learning...

...for over three years and substitute taught K - 8 this past fall. I have taught in Indiana, Mississippi, and California. I have a passion for education and setting my students up for success. Education is very important to me. I love finding new ways to teach subjects that keep my students engaged and interested.

...academic loves: puzzles and nature. I love being outdoors, in the wilderness, hiking off the main paths. I like exploring and trying the unconventional and this has brought me success in tutoring by helping me figure out the best way to connect with the student and teach them according to how they learn best. In...

...science, psychology, and writing from the University of Indianapolis, and minored in Spanish. For the last year, I taught K-12 in San Francisco's Bay Area, qualified for every subject excluding math. For nearly two years now I've worked as an academic researcher and writer for clients ranging from university boards, professors, and individual students. Currently,...

...and I just recently graduated from the University of San Francisco. Before I attended college, I was in the PACE program at Long Beach Poly. I took and passed AP Statistics my senior year and also took Business Statistics when I was a freshman in college. Also, I was a tutor for Statistics for 3...

...rainy day and flew the planes to test how they would perform. We were able to match Jeremy's interest with the science behind that interest. The gate for learning was wide open for him to absorb the knowledge in the book. Of course, realistically, some days you just have to memorize Math tables. I decided...

...personal development and growth, education, visual and performing arts, social justice, and culture. I love children. I love empowering our youth, women, and being a voice for the underdog. I believe education and knowledge open the entire world to us and I don't believe anyone should be denied that. I believe anyone can be anything...

...school students, as well. I tutor Spanish (all levels), English, Writing, Reading, Social Studies, Psychology, Philosophy, Organizational Management, Study Skills, Test Prep. I enjoy tutoring all subjects- but my favorite is probably teaching languages to non-native speakers because it is incredibly rewarding breaking down something viewed as overwhelming or complicated into sections! I do not...

...Helping students to develop a deep love and respect for themselves, others, and their environment occurs through an open sharing of ideas and a judicious approach to discipline. I believe children have greater respect for their teachers, their peers, and the lessons presented in class when they feel safe and sure of what is expected...

...my political and public policy education at the University if San Francisco, where I received my masters in Public Affairs. When I am not reading and writing I am traveling! I love going on long runs in different cities and enjoy the local cuisine! I especially enjoy visiting unconventional cities like Omaha, Nebraska as much...