Award-Winning Tutors in Pleasanton, CA

...with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Davis with a double major in Political Science and Communications. During my time at UC Davis I worked as an Academic and Orientation Coordinator. Both of these positions required me to spend a lot of time familiarizing myself with college requirements and University expectations regarding academics and writing skills. Over the year I have met with many University officials to discuss College Application Essays and...

...I also have over thirty years of experience teaching and explaining science to students ranging in age from 15 to 40. That includes high school students, college students, medical students, and even working professionals trying to learn new things. A high school student has a career of 50 years ahead of him or her. Think of how the world has changed technologically over the past 50 years. Watch an episode of "Mad Men" if you...

...passionate about food, I eat a vegan diet, and I try to only eat local and seasonal foods. I am always creating some kind of new, experimental meal for my roommate and I. If I could chose a dream hobby, I would go to Disneyland every weekend! I am a very high-energy, positive person, and I strive to make learning fun and interesting. I look forward to working with you and turning your frustrations into...

...effectively assisting students succeed in their academic classes as well as on their college personal statements and SAT essays. I believe it is both a privilege and a responsibility for me to pass on to students what has been passed on to me by fabulous, inspirational teachers, professors, and professionals. These individuals have helped me find my voice as a professional writer, gain the confidence and skills needed to succeed in college, in graduate school,...

...better tutor, but improved my grasp of the subjects as well. In fact, it increased my learning in every subject area, as I often spent time thinking about how I would teach the subjects I was learning to others. I am passionate about helping others improve, and I view learning as the highest pursuit. I am especially patient and logical in my teaching. I am a linear thinker and great at recognizing, explaining, and testing...

...cultures and using language as a way to build connections. I am passionate about helping people and bring this enthusiasm into my work as an ESL tutor (I am a certified TEFL/TESOL instructor). I have a strong background in psychology, business, and the arts. Thus, I can customize English tutoring sessions to include language and concepts from these areas if that is relevant to my students. Outside of teaching English, I enjoy hiking in nature,...

...also teach and tutor ESL. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Writing from Ohio State University and a Doctoral Degree in Drama & Theatre from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. For five years, I held a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania, where I taught English, Critical Writing, and Comparative Literature. Now a proud resident of California, in my free time, I immerse myself in the Bay Area's lively arts scene, going to...

...their essays and showing them how to build an effective argument because the ability to communicate and demonstrate one's critical thinking is one of the best tools anyone can have in any field of study. I love teaching and tutoring Latin because to master Latin is to master English; also, the Romans were a pretty wild bunch, and reading about such huge personalities and their accomplishments is a treat unlike any other. I'm a real...

...convincing prose. Regardless of age or vocation, we all stand to gain from refined verbal and written communication skills. My services range from grade school English instruction to adult education and ESL tutoring. I can provide ongoing, curriculum-based tutoring or project-oriented assistance with college entry essays, job applications, cover letters, etc. I earned my B.A. in English, with a minor in Expository Writing, from Ithaca College in 2009. I have spent the last three years...

...lived in French-speaking Martinique and tutored adults in English. As a child, I lived in Mexico for 4 years for elementary school. I attended bilingual immersion schools in the United States until 9th grade, when I went back to live in Mexico for a year. I have traveled extensively around the world and love meeting new people and learning new languages. I currently teach Spanish at a private school part time. I am very passionate...