
Mariana: San Ramon tutor
Certified Tutor
Undergraduate Degree: Florida International University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 31
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 750
SAT Writing: 720
Soccer, Painting, Drawing
Biology
College Biology
College Chemistry
College Physics
Conversational Spanish
High School Biology
High School Chemistry
High School Physics
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Professional Certifications
SAEE - The Special Agent Entrance Exam
Spanish 1
Study Skills
Study Skills and Organization
What is your teaching philosophy?
My approach to teaching is very flexible. I believe that the focus is primarily on the student and what works for them individually, since everyone learns in different ways. I am also a big proponent for hands-on learning or learning through practice rather than mainly relying on lecture.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
In the first session with a student, I typically like to get the bearing of their knowledge and how well they grasp different concepts so that I can know what areas we need to focus on going into the future.
How can you help a student become an independent learner?
I can help a student become an independent learner by showing them techniques that I used as a student and guiding them without allowing them to completely rely on my presence as an instructor.