Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Poway, CA

...naturally math and science have always been my strong suits. As a matter of fact, Calculus was, and still is, my favorite subject. As an Engineer I am also well grounded in Physics and Chemistry. I've always been a good test-taker and I know what it takes to get the grades. I know that it can make a huge difference to have some one-on-one help. I like to have fun with whatever I do, but...

...to pursue a degree in math. I have a year of tutoring experience during my senior year of high school and I really enjoyed making myself available for other students to help them along with difficult math concepts. I find tutoring very rewarding and love to see students grow and develop their skills with my help. I have learned in high school that hard work always pays off, and the same type of effort in...

I graduated from UCSD with a double major in Math and Economics. I specialize in helping students understand difficult math concepts. I am also able to help with JAVA and C++ course work. I look forward to working with you to help you build confidence and boost grades.

...Although Biology and the sciences are my specialty, I also enjoy teaching math and general test prep. I'm an outgoing, approachable person and capable of making learning enjoyable and efficient! I believe that putting in time to study will get the best results, and sometimes all you need is a little encouragement. My professional goal is to get a Masters in Genetic Counseling. In my spare time, I coach women's Ultimate Frisbee at UCSD and...

...sections. I enjoy teaching all subjects, but I am most passionate about topics relating to biology, chemistry, and biochemistry. As a tutor, I focus on making the material approachable and relatable for students--after all, I believe that the most important takeaway from any tutoring session is the desire to learn more! Balance is an important part of life and, for that reason, neuroscience, tennis, photography, reading and pets are all integral parts of my life.

After completing a two year service as a Peace Corps Volunteer in West Africa, I earned my teaching credentials in both English and Special Education and taught in Philadelphia for four years. I recently relocated to sunny San Diego with my Master's degree in Education in hand and tutoring experience under my belt. English and Math are my strong suits, and I'm excited to put my tutoring skills to use through Varsity Tutors.

...of something else, creating a more complete picture. It's therefore always important to have a solid grasp of the basics - to understand the previous steps - before learning each new topic. My approach to tutoring thus focuses less on memorizing formulas and more on understanding why these work and how you can arrive at them yourself. I have always enjoyed being able to help other people and my somewhat unique outlook on mathematics, coupled...

...for over twenty years. I was responsible for teaching and training during most of my career. Specifically, I taught at the Northern Warfare Training Center in Alaska, the 101st Airborne Division Non-Commissioned Officer Academy, I was a Drill Sergeant at the Infantry School and my final assignment, I was the Senior Military Instructor at the University of Maryland (College Park). As a civilian, I have worked as a substitute teacher for Kelly Educational Services, I...

...to help establish a water distribution system for a rural village. After returning, I completed my Masters level coursework at the University of California, Davis in Civil and Environmental Engineering. I have had a variety of tutoring experiences over the course of my studies, ranging from one-on-one tutoring sessions, to group settings through a classroom internship. I am passionate about a lot of subjects including mathematics, physics, and chemistry. I also love literature and writing...

...During school I tutored junior high, high school, and college students in math. I was a teacher's assistant in a junior high math class as well as a high school math class. My passion is teaching students math. In the Fall I will be going to get my Master's in Education and my Teaching Credential to teach math at the junior high and high school levels. I also love sports! I played four years of...

...often accompanies these subjects. I can tutor in the following areas: Math: Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Trigonometry, PreCalculus, Calculus Chemistry: General and Organic Biology: General, Molecular, Metabolic, Structural, Evolution, Genetics, Micro and many more.... Physics: Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism, Optics & Light wave phenomena. I currently have a Bachelor's of Science in Molecular Biology from the University of California San Diego and I am currently working on my Ph.D. in the field of Molecular Medicine at the...

...English teacher and a current part time yoga teacher, I guess you could say teaching has always been a calling for me. I truly enjoy guiding, supporting, and helping to move people forward toward their goals; this type of work is infinitely rewarding. In addition to reading! and yoga! I also enjoy cooking (and eating!), spending time outdoors, traveling, and simply relaxing with family and friends. I look forward to helping you reach your goals...

...read aloud to young students. Because of these experiences, I am a strong believer in the importance of education in changing lives and reshaping communities. I have loved to read and write from a young age and have enjoyed publishing pieces from research papers to poetry. I tutor students in Math, Social Science and English because these are the areas I am most passionate about. I love seeing my students discover, grow, and succeed. In...

...students at all levels, from middle school to graduate school, and I have formally lectured undergraduates, graduate students, veterinary students, and technical college students. I love learning and am an enthusiastic teacher. My teaching philosophy, in a nutshell, centers on involving the student learner. How do they think? What interests them? Engaging students and working to avoid frustrating them is vital to effective teaching. It can be very challenging in a classroom setting, but in...

...love teaching. Of all the science subjects that I tutor, chemistry is my favorite. I have studied it beyond the text books and have my own tricks and techniques to learn the material. My second favorite is math/algebra which serves as a good brain exercise. I love solving the problems, like a puzzle and most of the times do it without a calculator. I am a social person and love meeting people and talking to...

...that it is my job to provide my students with the right tools and strategies to help them succeed. Because your child was not made from a mold, I understand that each student I teach has unique qualities and needs, and it is my job to understand that. I believe in building on my students successes, to help them build new successes. I enjoy reading, biking, running, cooking and baking. I also enjoy learning new...

...to teaching, I have felt more fulfilled than ever before. Using my real world experiences to help students make the "why do I need to learn this" connection is one of my strengths. Seeing the look on a student's face when they have that break through moment is one of the most rewarding experiences I have had in my time with teaching. The best compliment I've received from my students is that I actually take...

...love science and math and, luckily, Bioengineering allows me to study everything from Cell Biology to Mechanics to Differential Equations. I regularly taught classical dance to a class of 15 young girls when I was in high school; breaking down dance steps for them really taught me how to deconstruct and convey ideas. I'm patient and logical and love to work with kids. Besides taking classes, I volunteer in a research lab and dance on...

...the privilege of helping people understand finance and math in ways they can apply to their every day lives. I am a Chartered Financial Analyst and have found that my reading/writing and analytical skills have helped me tremendously in my career. People feel feel comfortable turing to me for help on analytical and mathematical concepts and I am a point-person for these types of questions.I enjoy writing and reading and have experience in writing and...

...students in Math and Science. My tutoring philosophy is not only to help students solve a problem but also to help them understand the thought process of how a certain method is chosen to solve a problem. Higher levels of math and science are built based on their fundamental concepts. Therefore, a solid understanding of these basic concepts is very important as students move forward into more advanced courses. Showing students steps to solve a...