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Steven: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...excited about tutoring in science and math. I also have an extensive background in standardized tests, so I would love to pass on my tips and tricks for those preparing for the SAT and ACT. Of note, something in particular that attracts me to tutoring is that by working one-on-one with a student, I am...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34

Stephanie: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
Hi! I'm Stephanie and I have a great passion for teaching and learning. I have many years experience in writing and reading and literacy. I look forward to helping you with your studies.... I am an advocate of looking at many different perspectives to find the right way to integrate learning.... A first session together is to identify what needs to happen, their goals, and where the challenges are in reaching those goals.
Education & Certification
St Marys College of Maryland - Bachelors, English Literature
Sarah Lawrence College - Masters, Education

Dave: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...I have been writing and editing for most of my adult life. My father, a professional journalist, taught me well! After a 3-year stint teaching English in Japan, I settled into the San Francisco Bay Area and became a small business owner and entrepreneur. I love tutoring people in how to write and how to...
Education & Certification
Pomona College - Bachelors, English Literature

Sherry: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...forever and placed it on my living room wall. Many times I look up at this gift as it rekindles my inner fire compelling me to teach and touch lives. Ive also re-discovered the phrase and how much meaning it truly holds. As an educator, I am always searching for new ways to motivate my...
Education & Certification
California State University-Fullerton - Bachelors, English

Sean: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...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

Sai-ya: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...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...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Social Behavior
University of Southern California - Master of Social Work, Masters in Social Work

Samantha: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...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...
Education & Certification
Sonoma State University - Bachelors, Chemistry
University of California-Santa Cruz - PHD, Chemistry

Clayton: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...and even more importantly, to remember to have fun with it! I hold a B.A. in Psychology from San Francisco State University, and have a background working with kids through a variety of programs, both paid and volunteer (most notably, the Tri-Valley YMCA). If it seems that I might be a fit, let's schedule a...
Education & Certification
San Francisco State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Priscilla: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...am a third year Mechanical Engineering major at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. I love learning new skill and concepts and teaching them just as much, let me help you succeed in the classroom! I love being outdoors and going on adventures with my friends and family. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions!
Education & Certification
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo - Current Undergrad Student, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Math: 800

Kaley: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...and in these roles I look for ways to make learning fun and rewarding. I especially love teaching reading and writing and I have taught or tutored these subjects to students ranging from kindergarten through adults. I also have experience tutoring test prep subjects and focus both on the content material and test taking skills....
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, Education and Public Policy
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Human Development and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 790

Nicholas: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...for the past 2 years. I am trained in foreign language pedagogy and know how students can best acquire foreign languages, and I have spent time implementing successful approaches on a classroom scale. My love for languages started long ago, and I really enjoy helping others to learn them. In college, I studied for a...
Education & Certification
University of Delaware - Bachelors, Spanish Education
LSAT: 167

Kyle: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...percentile or above on the SAT, ACT, and MCAT. Since graduating in May with two degrees in biology and psychology, I have spent my time going through the medical school application process. During the upcoming year, I hope to help tutor those still in school not only to keep on my toes academically, but to...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Denver - Bachelor of Science, Biology & Psychology

Matt: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...on to complete a Masters program at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science,...
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology

Jaimie: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...currently working in the lab of Professor Robert Langer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology working on novel drug delivery systems for the gastrointestinal tract. I am hoping to attend medical school in pursuit of becoming a physician. I am currently interested in pediatrics and psychiatry but I am looking forward to exploring a range...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Naama: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...standardized tests such as the ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT. I also teach a bi-weekly SAT Prep course in Glendale, and an advanced Competition Math class for two age groups (6-8 and 9-12). It's a lot of fun! I've always found math pretty neat and like to get students interested in it too! I love to...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730

Sean: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...aspects to taking these exams ranging from test taking strategies, the material itself, as well as preparation right before the tests themselves. I believe that every student requires a different teaching strategy, and I believe in treating every student as an individual rather than a collective. In terms of me personally, I really enjoy classical...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Current Undergrad, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Kacey: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...Brigham Young University. I am an Applied & Computational Mathematics major with a concentration in Electrical and Computer Engineering: Circuits. I have earned the high in many of my math and physics courses. In addition, I placed third in my university's undergraduate math competition while only a freshman. When I am not doing math or...
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University-Provo - Current Undergrad, Applied and Computational Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 34

Travis: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...value in simply telling a student that they are wrong, or that they are incorrect. By working with each student through the thought processes and steps that led them to an incorrect answer, they attain a better understanding of why an answer is wrong and how to arrive at the correct one. I specialize in...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Ariela: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...tasks, so that they become comprehensible to someone who may not understand them the first time around. It is not just my success at standardized tests or in my classes that will make me a great tutor, but also this skill and enthusiasm about learning. I understand that sometimes, the way you package and organize...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Theater & Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Alyssa: Occidental tutor
Certified Tutor in Occidental, CA
...in helping students develop a growth mindset, which they can take into any educational experience. I have been teaching in the DC area for 3 years, and understand the demands of the Common Core Standards, PARCC, SAT and other exams. I am familiar with ELA and history content at both the middle and high school...
Education & Certification
Trinity College, Hartford CT - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Spanish
Harvard Graduate School of Eduction - Unknown, Urban Education, Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710
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