Award-Winning Writing Tutors in Thousand Oaks, CA

...program first. I am now a Master of Public Administration student at USC hoping to graduate by 2015. I have been both a private tutor and volunteer tutor through various non-profit programs, tutoring students from elementary school through college. My experience as a tutor has shown me that every child can reach success in academia...

...as an adult, I feel lucky to be able to give back as a tutor. I love getting to know my students, learning how they tick. Understanding how my students learn allows me to tailor my approach to each student to fit his or her individual needs. I like to incorporate the student's interest as...

...concepts and strategies on their own through dialogue and questions, to ensure that they are truly comprehending and not simply repeating what I have said, and also so that they develop skills for learning new material and taking tests in general. Outside of academia, I enjoy playing volleyball and singing in choirs, as well as...

...varies from student to student (and often with the subject). For math, I often give some overview of the concept, theoretically and visually, then move into application and practice. I feel it is important for a student to understand why the concept is introduced and where we’re going with it, before they are able to...

...in how they connect to the way we learn and how we gain self-knowledge. I also obtained a BA in philosophy from the University of San Francisco in 2007. During my undergraduate degree, I was particularly interested in studying political philosophy and classical philosophy. I would say I love philosophy in general, but I also...

...Southern California. What I enjoy most about tutoring is that I get the chance to explore multiple teaching methods in order to find a method that works for each individual student. I have come to realize that everybody learns in different ways and at a different pace, and it is my job to accommodate each...

...of academia, I really enjoy being outdoors and being in nature. I have played sports my entire life so staying active is a big part of who I am. I love Star Wars, playing video games, and most things involving science fiction or fiction, including Harry Potter. That being said, working hard is what has...

...in philosophy. I've spent the last four years as a journalist, reporting, writing and editing hundreds of stories across every imaginable spectrum of topics. Because of my love for words and helping others to love those words, I am always excited to engage with students when it comes to reading and writing. I can teach...

...the LSAT testing center prepared, confident, and ready conquer the exam. The LSAT is a very challenging test. However, I sincerely believe that with the right approach, the necessary dedication, and sufficient practice, any test-taker can obtain a great score. In addition to tutoring the LSAT, I also assist students in developing their writing. To...

...lively discussions about literature, to raise questions about texts and to find evidence that supports the various interpretations that can be derived from a piece of writing. I am dedicated to helping individuals enjoy the process of becoming the strongest readers and writers she or he can be my goal is for each tutoring session...