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Matthew: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...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 in science, engineering or...
Education & Certification
SFSU - Bachelors, Philosophy/Mathematics
SFSU - Masters, Mathematics
GRE Quantitative: 168
GRE Verbal: 168
Edwin: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...Chinese. I have about two years of experience in tutoring students. I tutor high school and college level mathematics and SAT/ACT preparation. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, the subjects that interest me the most are calculus, college level mathematics, and test prep. I have a calm, adaptive tutoring style. I revise my tutoring strategies to fit each student's unique traits and I believe that a calm demeanor causes students to be less...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Mei: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...resulted in more rebellion than progress. I volunteered to help and found that I really enjoyed the process. The most satisfying experience was tutoring my brother and sister and seeing them begin to develop confidence in school and finally make better grades. What makes me different from most tutors and educators is my strategic mindset. Most teachers recite their curriculums like clock work and take the key details for granted. For example, when solving for...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 730
Jacqueline: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...charitable organizations such as Romanian Children's Relief, Stop Hunger Now, and Relay for Life. Though I tutor in a wide variety of topics, I am most passionate about English. I am a highly skilled writer and editor who can provide valuable tutoring to any student struggling with the written word. Most importantly, my methods of teaching can help encourage students to regain the confidence in themselves needed to feel prepared and at ease in any...
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University of Richmond - Bachelor in Arts, English
Hannah: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...all subjects, but I am most passionate about Math, Social Studies, Spanish, and SAT/College Prep. My favorite part about tutoring is being able to get creative about my lessons so that I can captivate and empower every student in their learning and help them achieve success. I love spending that extra time to rethink and reframe material in a new and exciting way so that I can meet my student where they are and get...
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University of Southern California - Bachelors, Sociology
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 800
Melissa: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...like when you are completely stuck on a problem or concept, so when teaching I use scaffolding to break concepts down into manageable parts. I have experience teaching Computer Science to a classroom of 20 high school students from different socioeconomic backgrounds. This included daily lectures, mentoring, and one on one tutoring/debugging, among other responsibilities. I also gained experience tutoring college students during my time as an undergraduate. I emphasize understanding the concepts behind a...
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Sonoma State University - Bachelors, Computer Science
Abigail: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...who works on education policy. As an undergraduate, I was involved with a student organization that tutored students at a local K-8 school who were struggling with reading and writing. My student was thirteen years old, and most of the resources for his reading level were aimed at students much younger. In order to keep him engaged, I had to get creative. We would practice reading comprehension using the sports section of the newspaper, and...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720
Kathleen: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...students through a program with the university and their cancer center, to promote higher learning in disadvantaged and underrepresented minority students. This ultimately will increase the number of minorities in biomedical research. Working with students and empowering their minds is uplifting because it is wonderful to be able to promote a fun environment while encouraging the students to stay focused in their education. I am currently tutoring science, biology, and math. I am truly passionate...
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University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry/ Biochemistry
Cody: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...The Gatton Academy of Math and Science at Western Kentucky University, named the number one public high school in the nation by Newsweek. While there I took extensive college coursework in math, physics, chemistry, biology, and the humanities while also completing my high school education. After graduating I began my undergraduate education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts, recently ranked by US News as the number one university in the country....
Education & Certification
Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Terry: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...was a project manager for Quicken, and Aclara BioSciences where I was a biotech programmer and manager. In 2006 I transitioned to teaching and have taught Computer Science and Philosophy at the high school and middle school levels. I am currently a Computer Science teacher at The Nueva School in Hillsborough, CA. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Computer Science and English. My students have gone on to...
Education & Certification
SFSU - Bachelor in Arts, English with Computer Science Minor
Rebecca: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...and Japanese, two languages I have studied extensively, while obtaining my teaching credential in Music. After graduate school, I headed to Japan to live and teach ESL for two years, before heading back to Silicon Valley to purse a career as a music teacher. I'm super excited to be your ESL, French, Japanese, or Music Theory tutor! I find that the one-on-one environment of tutoring is truly special because of the tutor-student relationship that can...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Arts and Humanities
Daniel: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...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, baseball, football, soccer, and...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Paul: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
'Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean. Ryunosuke Satoro. Im passionate about Ocean Conservation, Marine Exploration and protecting the environment. I've worked hard to become a better teacher and mentor. I recently completed my Masters degree at Utah State University as an Environmental Engineer. I love working with students and get them interested in science and maths, especially chemistry! ... Make it fun, relevant, and interactive. Find common ground.... Find out about the...
Education & Certification
University of Melbourne - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Utah State University - Masters, Environmental Engineering
Lucas: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...am available throughout the year to aid elementary and high school students with math, science, English and social studies. I also offer lessons in French, statistics and research/composition skills-- plus test preparation for SAT, ACT, GED and GRE. I am an adaptable and communicative tutor, with a broad knowledge base and varied teaching experiences. After graduating magna cum laude from Georgetown University, I studied and worked on sustainable development issues in Washington, D.C. for several...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Bachelors, Int'l Environmental Studies (B.S.F.S.)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770
Jean: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...am tutoring the GMAT, SAT and a few high school math subjects. I like to incorporate into my lessons the psychology behind how we learn new concepts and thereby discover how to apply them appropriately. With both a tech and an artistic background, Im particularly interested in using technology to teach concepts in visual, interactive, and fun ways. Lately, when Im not working remotely as a CRM consultant or shooting photography, Ive been working on...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, B.S. Mathematics/Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 740
Kranthi: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...I have also received a Masters in Biomedical Science from the Tufts School of Medicine this past summer. Since graduation, I have been applying to medical schools around the country and my hope is to one day work as a surgeon. I am knowledgeable in a vast range of subjects related to math and science but the subjects I love the most are anything related to biology, especially human physiology. The human body performs amazing...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
Tufts School of Medicine - Master of Science, Biomedical Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
Simon: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...and the Cold War. My rigorous studies also ensured that I became confident and well studied in geography, essay and research writing, and analysis of primary and secondary sources. History is my first love, but I plan to continue my studies in the direction of an Earth Science for my Masters in several years. After completing the extremely competitive Southwestern Advantage internship this past summer, during which I worked 80 hours a week selling educational...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Writing: 700
Jason: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
...B.A. in Political Science and History from Columbia University in the City of New York. I also earned my J.D. from Yeshiva University. I have been an ESL Tutor and college application Advisor on and off for the past 5 years in Asia and the U.S. I can help students prepare for the LSAT, improve their writing skills, and public speaking ability, among other things. In my spare time, I enjoy sports, writing, cooking, and...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and History
Yeshiva University - Juris Doctor, Law
LSAT: 165
Benjamin: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, CA
Hi! My name is Ben Hopwood and I recently graduated from Pacific University with a Bachelors in Journalism. I am so excited to work as a tutor and cannot wait to help guide young minds along their paths to success.
Education & Certification
Pacific University - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Matthew: Sunnyvale tutor
Certified Tutor in Sunnyvale, 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...
Education & Certification
University of Nevada-Reno - Bachelors, Physics
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