Certified Tutors From University of Arizona

...full time job, I was tutoring children of various ages in Tucson & Phoenix, focusing on Math, Science (particularly Physics), and Hindi (my native language). I've tutored kids, teenagers, adults, and retired professional, and carry almost 11 years of tutoring experience, which includes teaching at the University of Arizona. While I tutor a broad range...

...mathematics, since I find it very interesting how there are many paths you can reach the same resolution to a problem. I believe Math is for everyone, as long you have the will and patience to practice it. I was born and raised in Mexico, so Spanish is one of my strong suits as well....

...advanced concepts when explained in a reasonable way (this often does not happen in the classroom), but I also give them the little tips that save time, and teach them exactly what to look for to pinpoint the concept in any problem. I help them get in the instructor mentality, so they understand why problems...

...NAU Elementary Education program. The education I received at NAU was so valuable since many of the instructors were teachers at other schools themselves. During my student teaching, I was fortunate to get an opportunity to work with Title 1 students in the areas of Math and Reading. This experience encouraged me to get a...

...am extremely strong in the areas of reading, writing, editing, history and general social studies. In high school I excelled in AP Composition, Literature, World History, and European History. My test scores from high school reflect a strong understanding of the material, and I also excelled at the SAT Subject Test for Literature. I have...

...am working on a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, so it's not surprising that my favorite subjects to tutor are Physics and Math! I enjoy helping my clients increase their confidence as they improve their skills. I always make an effort to find applications that are interesting and relevant; I believe that math and science knowledge...

...to struggle with material. That struggle helps me to be a better teacher. I start medical school this fall, which goes to show that it does not matter if you have a difficult start. What does matter is how you choose to respond to challenges and what you do to overcome them.

...also cultural and metalinguistic knowledge, all while increasing confidence. My work as a mentor and peer advisor in student retention programs has also equipped me with the tools to help students succeed as independent learners. In addition to course material, I help students learn how to develop effective study habits and how to adapt their...

...opinion, confidence is key when learning a new subject. Im comfortable with helping students of all ages learn the subject matter to promote confidence and understanding that helps in future learning, not memorization. I have teaching experience in the following courses: CHM80: Principles of General Chemistry, CHM151/152: General Chemistry for majors, and CHM235/236: Organic Chemistry...

...the Horse Soldier in Tucson, AZ. My academic career includes U.S. History, library and archival studies, and artifact collection, displays, and interpretation. I have tutored at the college level for almost ten years in Language, Writing, and History. I am an effective tutor because of my leadership and communication abilities. I enjoy helping people make...

...these two experiences, I also worked as an academic skills tutor at the University of Arizona Think Tank. As an academic skills tutor, I helped students with their time management, study strategies, stress management, and other related skills in order to help them achieve academic success in college. The combination of these teaching/tutor experiences has...

...my students I try to adapt my teaching style to fit their learning style, auditory/visual/etc. I strive to generate those 'lightbulb' moments, when suddenly it all clicks "everything seems so simple now!" Hopefully in the shortest amount of time possible! In my free time I enjoy playing Ultimate Frisbee with the Houston club team, amateur...

...of the year (I also have data to prove it!). I am confident in teaching all different kinds of kids and using a variety of instructional methods. I am not afraid to try new things. I understand the importance of multiple intelligences and different learning styles and apply differentiated instruction techniques in my daily planning...

...the traditional categories of math, science, etc. I've tutored fellow students throughout high school. Working with a variety of students within a diversity of academia (science, english, math, psychology, test prep), I've improved my ability to teach. Although I have never been one for specifics, for example remembering the dates of wars, my strength lies...

...culture. I've played soccer since the age of seven and continue to play on local co-ed leagues. I also taught myself to play the piano and guitar at a young age and enjoy occasionally jamming out during my spare time. I also enjoy the ocean and have picked up surfing as a hobby, especially when...

...view it as a way to pay-it-forward, as I have also needed the assistance of tutors throughout my academic career. My expertise stems from the coursework in my undergraduate degree and from my previous job as a paid scientific researcher. As the only scientist in a large family, I am also very good at communicating...

...as a microbiologist. When tutoring I do like to work along with the students curriculum to enhance their understanding of the subjects currently being taught. I believe both the student and I can prepare for the study sessions each week to help get through as much information as possible in each session. I have adapted...

...guitar. WHS had a very diverse ethnic blend; there were eleven languages spoken in the band alone, and all of those students had learned English as a second language. After working at Washington High School for five years I pursued an interest to teach college band. This interest would require further education. I graduated from...

...Additionally, I have minored in mathematics and chemistry as an undergraduate. I have experiences in tutoring learning disabled students of diverse academic backgrounds, and in serving as a lab Teaching Assistant for college undergraduate students. I specialize in areas of math and science such as algebra, trigonometry, SAT math, biology, physiology, and general chemistry but...

...since high school! I have experience in subjects such as Calculus, Chemistry and English. Recently I returned from Taiwan, where I taught English as a second language. Since I have been back in the US, I have been preparing for the MCAT and medical school admissions. I received my BS in Biochemistry from the U...