Award-Winning Tutors in Woodland Hills, CA

Patrick
Certified Tutor in Woodland Hills, CA
...three years. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I particularly enjoy teaching History, Writing, and Literature. History is especially fun to teach as there is often a perception that it's a boring or tedious subject. I really try to break out of that stereotype and make the subject more relevant and interesting for my students. Ultimately, I really like to take the time to get to know my students and work together to help...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, History
State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects
History
Spanish 1
ESL/ELL
Literature
+27 subjectsDanielle
Certified Tutor in Woodland Hills, CA
...was missing and decided to head back to school to become a teacher. As soon as I started working with kids I knew that was the missing piece! While I went back to school for elementary education, I was able to tutor and work with a variety of different age groups and levels. For tutoring I like to incorporate different ideas, activities, and even other subjects into the lesson. I feel sometimes it may be...
Education & Certification
University of Delaware - Bachelor of Science, Fashion Merchandising
Drexel University - Master of Science, Elementary Education
State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects
Business
Middle School Math
English Grammar and Syntax
Math
+14 subjectsJessica
Certified Tutor in Woodland Hills, CA
...behavior interventionist in a school setting, teaching children one on one, positive behaviors they can practice to replace any negative behaviors. In addition, I have the pleasure in helping them to improve their ability to learn in school. Currently, I've been working with a student on learning how to write, to count, and to read. I enjoy seeing the student's progress in reaching his potential behaviorally and academically. It takes a lot of patience, which...
Education & Certification
California State University-Chico - Bachelors, Social Work
University of Southern California - Masters, Social Work
Tutoring Subjects
Spanish 3
Spanish 1
Spanish 2
Languages
+3 subjects
Nazanin
Certified Tutor in Woodland Hills, CA
...as well as years out of the classroom as a program manager for music-based education programs for a large music nonprofit. My tutoring approach is to develop a personalized learning approach for each student. My experience in education has taught me that everyone learns differently and tapping into the learning style of an individual is the key to learning success. I enjoy exploring the creative and passionate aspects of an individual's personality and combining this...
Education & Certification
Texas A & M University-Commerce - Unknown, English as a Second Language
University of North Texas - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Marketing
State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects
High School English
College Essays
Writing
Spanish 1
+22 subjects
Leah
Certified Tutor in Woodland Hills, CA
...love tutoring in these subjects. In fact, I love math and science so much that I want to pursue a doctorate in Biomechanics where I can integrate them both! I have an extensive background in tutoring for algebra I & II, geometry, chemistry, and U.S. history. In the fall of 2012, I also dedicated 2 hrs/week teaching basic human biology to underpriveleged 4th graders at St. Raphael's school in LA. The experience was so empowering...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Human Biology, emphasis in Applied Physiology
Tutoring Subjects
Study Skills and Organization
Biology
Physiology
Anatomy & Physiology
+13 subjects
Susan
Certified Tutor in Woodland Hills, CA
...years a Resource Specialist teaching students with disabilities (learning disabilities, autism, hard of hearing and other health impairments) at the elementary school level. I have tutored students throughout my career through programs offered at the school district I am employed by. I currently assist students with Language Arts (Reading, Writing and Comprehension) and Math from Pre-School through Grade 5. I completed and a program through UCLA to improve and enhance my math proficieny 12 years...
Education & Certification
National University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
National University - Master of Science, Curriculum Design
Tutoring Subjects
4th Grade Writing
College English
3rd Grade Math
4th Grade Reading
+34 subjects
Paul
Certified Tutor in Woodland Hills, CA
...younger students when I was in high school, after school basketball practice. I also took on the role of tutor in some of my college classes when I would get together with friends in a study group. I also have a lot of experience working with tutors, so I feel that I know how tutoring works when it is working well. Tutoring is a great opportunity to focus on learning at your own pace. I...
Education & Certification
University of California in Santa Barbara - Bachelor in Arts, Psycology
Tutoring Subjects
Arithmetic
Math
Middle School Math
Chemistry
+18 subjectsDerek
Certified Tutor in Woodland Hills, CA
...enjoyed math, but I chose to study English because I'm a sucker for good storytelling. I began tutoring during high school when an underclassman's parents asked me to help their son review the material for his algebra class. In college and graduate school, my friends would ask me to proofread their papers or clarify some of the topics from our classes. After my studies, I returned to my old high school as a substitute teacher...
Education & Certification
Liberty University - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Edinburgh - Masters, English Literature: Creative Writing
Tutoring Subjects
SSAT- Elementary Level
ACT Math
SSAT- Upper Level
PSAT Mathematics
+40 subjects
Kristen
Certified Tutor in Woodland Hills, CA
...told me, “Ms. Hurt! Look what I did!” indicating some test they’d passed or some other outstanding accomplishment. I began to live for those moments, and also for the moments when I could see in a student’s face that the proverbial light bulb had just come on. I want to continue to spread that belief and confidence in students. In closing, I love to learn and I love to help others learn, no matter the...
Education & Certification
University of Georgia - Bachelor of Science, Science Education - Biology
State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects
Literature
Elementary Math
College English
Reading
+16 subjects
Kellie
Certified Tutor in Woodland Hills, CA
...brain's biological and chemical processes and how these processes relate to human behavior. As a board member of a student organization, I prepared a unique lesson to present to thirty peers on a weekly basis. Two years of experience in this leadership role provided me with strong communication skills, expertise in various instruction strategies, and the ability to excite students about learning. I'm particularly passionate about chemistry, and am excited to share my enthusiasm for...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Tutoring Subjects
Test Prep
College Biology
Algebra 2
Psychology
+22 subjects