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Audrey: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...writing skills. I have prior experience working at my school's writing center to assist first-year students with college-level essays. I have also captained an award-winning collegiate mock trial team for several years, which involves mentoring younger students in oral and written communication skills. In addition to my experience, standardized testing has always been a forte of mine. I am enthusiastic about sharing the skills and strategies that I have picked up along my way. If...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Matthew: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...instructor of college math classes to one-on-one mentoring with high school students. I am passionate about social justice, novel mathematics education, and increasing diversity in STEM majors and careers. Currently, I am working on a thesis in discrete geometry and combinatorics, as well as doing research for UCSF where I design machine vision software. I am well positioned to motivate and justify nearly every aspect of math education as being crucial for a future career...
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SFSU - Bachelors, Philosophy/Mathematics
SFSU - Masters, Mathematics
GRE Quantitative: 168
GRE Verbal: 168

Abigail: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...using the sports section of the newspaper, and did short creative writing exercises. I learned a lot about how to get students excited about subjects that at first seem intimidating or frustrating, how to think on my feet, and how to connect with and engage students from different backgrounds than my own. In my free time, I enjoy reading fantasy and science fiction novels, trying out new recipes, swimming, and hiking.... When covering difficult subjects, I...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720

Mei: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...details for granted. For example, when solving for the length of the longest side of a right triangle "ABC" (Pythagorean theorem), they will show 2 examples in class without explaining why side "C" is "C". Then on standardized test, the sides are now labeled "EFG", and the child struggles to properly choose the correct inputs to the equation. Memorizing formulas is good, but understanding how and why is better. Answers are good, but repeatable problem...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 730

Tiffani: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...distributor in San Francisco. I discovered my passion for working with students while I served abroad in the Peace Corps in the Dominican Republic. As a student of languages since I was 6 years old, studying Spanish and Russian, I'm familiar with the difficulties of language study and have a lot of experience working with students to overcome these obstacles to learning. When I am not working, I spend my time reading, taking online courses...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Political Science and Russian Language and Literature
Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey - Masters, Environmental Policy

Samantha: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...college level chemistry for the past 7 years, the last 2 of college obtaining my bachelors (B.S.) at Sonoma State University in chemistry and 5 years while obtaining my Ph.D. at UC Santa Cruz in chemistry (bioinorganic). I love chemical research and teaching chemistry to others. While not teaching or tutoring I enjoy running and hiking on trials because I think you have to put in effort to see some of the most beautiful places....
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Sonoma State University - Bachelors, Chemistry
University of California-Santa Cruz - PHD, Chemistry

Eric: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...substitute teaching in the 2015-2016 school year in the San Francisco Bay Area. While my teaching certification is in instrumental music, my primary interest in tutoring is high school core subjects like math and English. I believe these fundamental subjects are the basis of effective thought and communication that set students up for future success. My goal is to guide students to find their own answers and understandings so they can become effective independent learners....
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Vanderbilt University - Masters in Education, Education
GRE Verbal: 164

Cody: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...Massachusetts, recently ranked by US News as the number one university in the country. At MIT I am pursuing a degree in mathematics. During this time I have acquired great experience in tutoring and teaching. I have a total of 8 years of experience tutoring mathematics, particularly calculus. I also have 5 years of experience tutoring in the sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics. My experience has come in the form of private, one-on-one...
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Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Josh: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
My favorite word is "why." And why is that, you may ask? Well, I am subject to a never-ending flow of knowledge because I perpetually wonder why. The search for answers to any question beginning with "why" has taught me everything I know -- and put me in a position to disseminate my knowledge to other people. Tutoring is the best possible way for me to do that.
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University of California-Berkeley - Current Undergrad, Physics, Economics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Dallas: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...Physics and Chemistry, and also taught an introductory Biology lab. I also spent some time tutoring High School students in various sciences as well as Spanish. I approach teaching in the same way that I approach learning; through a problem-solving, rather than memorization-based technique. I have found that most of the time, students are eager to understand the big picture but can sometimes get tripped up by confusing subtleties before they get there. It is...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 740

Matthew: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
My entire educational background was spent in science and math classes, often it wasn't easy for me, so I understand what it's like to struggle with something and feel like you will never understand. But if you work the problems enough times and never quit you'll get through it. And asking for help is never a bad thing, no one has ever gotten through all of this without help.... Understanding what it is you're doing is...
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University of Nevada-Reno - Bachelors, Physics

Daniel: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...degree in Zoology. I am applying to medical school this year. I have tutored fellow classmates throughout college in a variety of subjects; I have tutored biology, physics, math, history, chemistry, and ecology. My teaching method is to make complex ideas more relative to simple concepts and everyday life. I believe that making connections to concepts while learning is the easiest way to grasp a subject. I enjoy all sports with an emphasis in basketball,...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Zoology

Kranthi: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...the most are anything related to biology, especially human physiology. The human body performs amazing feats every day in order to keep us alive and to help us heal when we are injured. Everyday scientists learn something new about the body which is why I love physiology. In addition, I reviewed for the MCAT by myself with my own exceptional strategies and so I am very comfortable helping students with every section of the test....
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
Tufts School of Medicine - Master of Science, Biomedical Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420

Arianna: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...where I conducted a micro finance feasibility study in a rural indigenous community in the Andes. While carrying out my study, I received my ESL Instructor Certifications and taught English to both urban and rural high school students across the country. I tutor a vast array of subjects from Algebra to Spanish, but my favorites are English, History, and organizational skills. In my observations, I have always found that giving students proper organizing skills as...
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Pitzer College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Jessica: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...graduation, I moved back home to Tustin, Orange County. I now work for Elite Academy, a test prep company with international branches, where I instruct classes on SAT Critical Reading and ACT Reading. I also continue my private tutoring practice and, of course, tutor for Varsity Tutors. I enjoy working with and connecting to my students. My style of tutoring is professional, but still informal and engaging; I want the student to look forward to...
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Stanford University - Bachelors, Theatre and French

Sai-ya: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...and make my students feel like stars (because they are)! I also am trained in mindfulness-based techniques to help children with any anxiety or behavioral issues that get in the way of learning. I have a Master's degree from the University of Southern California (USC), where I graduated as a Dean's Scholar with a 3.98 GPA. Before that, I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of California in Irvine. I...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Social Behavior
University of Southern California - Master of Social Work, Masters in Social Work

Sean: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...Sonoma State University working on my bachelors in physics. I tutored for three years in the math lab on campus and student taught college algebra my last semester there. I enjoying being able to help students come to understand math, and strive to get them to actually enjoy it! I like RPG games. I love music and dancing. I am an avid fantasy book reader I look forward to working helping you.
Education & Certification
Sonoma State University - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Physics

Alok: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
I am a 4th year Mechanical Engineering Major at UC Irvine. I have taken every core math, physics, and engineering course within mechanical engineering. In the past I have tutored pre algebra, algebra, and calculus. Throughout my university experience, I excelled in math in particular.
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 32

Kevin: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...years. My own experiences as a student receiving tutoring has taught me and helped me a lot in being a successful tutor. In my opinion, the most important part of tutoring is understanding each individual's needs and learning methods. Everyone is different and to be a successful tutor, you cannot apply the same teaching methods to every student. Understanding how quickly students learn, what types of strengths they have, and their motivations for receiving tutoring...
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Georgetown University - Current Undergrad, Finance

Jenny: San Rafael tutor
Certified Tutor in San Rafael, CA
...if I can teach another person these concepts and come up with my own examples to illustrate my understanding. I will infuse this goal within my tutoring sessions, engaging tutees to really learn and challenge them to think critically. Another important aspect of my tutoring goals is to help the tutee. Be clear and transparent with me about your goals and struggles, and I will do my best to help you succeed.
Education & Certification
Claremont McKenna College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 730
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Located just 20 miles north of San Francisco, the scenic seaside town of San Rafael, California, offers residents the best in both natural beauty and advanced technology. The city is home to several parks dedicated to preserving the unique combination of plant and animal life, as well as some of the best educational opportunities available in the state.
The San Rafael City School District operates two public high schools: San Rafael High School and Terra Linda High School. Each of these schools were mentioned in an article on the "Best High Schools in America" published in U.S. News and World Report magazine. While there are no colleges or universities in San Rafael, several highly ranked schools, including the University of San Francisco and San Francisco State University, are within a short drive.
Professional in-person or online tutoring in San Rafael, CA, is a great way to work to improve in your class or test prep. If you are looking for private tutoring, whether in-home or online, you may enjoy working with San Rafael, CA, tutors. Their instruction and test prep could take you far.
San Rafael has been home to some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry and has an extensive history in the worlds of film and video games. Director George Lucas filmed parts of his groundbreaking films "American Graffiti" and "THX 1138" in San Rafael. Lucas also launched his production company, Lucasfilm Ltd., and his special effects company, Industrial Light and Magic, in San Rafael.
San Rafael is also home of the California Film Institute, which has hosted the Mill Valley Film Festival since 1978. The Festival screens both Hollywood premieres and screenings for breakout independent films. The CFI also operates a film educational program that includes filmmaking workshops, a film appreciation class, Q&A sessions with notable filmmakers, and more than a hundred free film screenings for students.
For nature lovers and students of marine life, San Rafael is an ideal destination. The city sits near several nature preserves, including the San Francisco Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, the Hamilton Wetlands Preserve, and the Cascade Canyon Open Space Preserve.
San Rafael also offers a wealth of outdoor activities. China Camp State Park has hiking and biking trails all along its 1,500 acres. The upgraded Boyd Memorial Park has fitness classes, tai chi lessons, and kid-friendly events. Peacock Gap Golf Club hosts a championship level course and has been rated one of the area's best golf venues.
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