Top Math Tutors serving La Mesa

Olivia: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...and teaching. I have taught English at an elementary school in China and have provided writing and SAT tutoring over Skype for a non-profit. I have also volunteered extensively at a local non-profit that promotes literacy at schools in at-risk areas and have also 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...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Undecided
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760

Kristie: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...a degree in Communications. In college, I was fortunate enough to hold several research positions with one of the foremost scholars of Child Development and Education Studies, Professor Olga Vasquez. Under Professor Vasquez, I studied the 25 year old program "La Clase Magica", which integrated UCSD students with ethnically diverse, low income communities and youth all over San Diego county through an after school education curriculum. The principles of the program are that children can...
Education & Certification
UC- San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Communications

Matthew: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...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 more than anything, I want to make a difference. In my free time I love to play...
Education & Certification
San Diego State University - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

Benjamin: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC-San Diego. I am also a graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University where I received two Bachelor's of Science degrees in Engineering (Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering). My tutoring experiences began while I was in High School, tutoring middle school students in Math, and since then I have been a Teaching Assistant (TA) for three different courses in Engineering. While I was a TA I found that I really...
Education & Certification
Florida Gulf Coast University - Unknown, Civil and Environmental Engineering
Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California San Diego - Doctor of Philosophy, Oceanography

Surabhi: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...University working towards my MS in Bioinformatics. I completed pharmacy school and became a pharmacist in 2010. I have been working as a tutor/teacher since 2007. I have worked with students of a vast variety of age groups and subjects. I love science and I 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...
Education & Certification
Rajasthan University of Health Sciences - Bachelor of Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences
San Diego State University - Master of Science, Bioinformatics

Ellen: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...Berkeley. My favorite subjects to study were history and social theory, which helped me earn a BA in International Development with a focus on Latin America. My interest in the culture of our southern neighbors aligned nicely with my teaching experience. After college I was placed in Nashville, TN through Teach for America where I taught 5th grade English for two years, and ran an after school program for newcomer immigrant and refugee students. In...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, International Development Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Verbal: 730
GRE Verbal: 165

Hussain: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...in Mathematics, with a focus on probability and statistics, at the University of California, San Diego. I've tutored mathematics when I was in high school for a year, have informally tutored friends and family, and am currently tutoring a student taking Algebra 2 in community college. I tutor math up to Calculus 2, SAT II Math, and SAT test prep. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I love problem solving and the precise...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 770

Mandy: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
Hello! I am a fourth year Physiology and Neuroscience major at UC San Diego. I enjoy teaching students and would like to help students improve with subjects in school and standardized tests. I have a strong background in Biology, Chemistry, Math, and standardized tests like SAT. I find that active learning is important to facilitate improvement and implement this by incorporating many questions/ practice problems in my lessons.
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 750

Daniel : La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...in every session and I have the character traits to make sure that happens. I offer students an enjoyable experience with my humor and relevant examples. As a student myself, I know how to encourage students to ensure they feel confident about content and confident applying their knowledge. I have a strong discipline and stay task-oriented so that students leave every session taking a step forward towards mastering their subject. I am currently a senior...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Biological and Physical Sciences

Ruth: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...refugees in elementary school and tutoring Chemistry to college students. I graduated from UCSD in 2011 and am applying to graduate school to study Molecular Biology. In the meantime, I enjoy working in science and sharing my passion for science to budding students. I love helping students understand how to approach difficult math and science problems without being intimidated, and I hope to relate the importance of a solid education to students. I am very...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Terri: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
I taught school for 12 years. My favorite subjects to tutor are: all Elementary subjects, American/World History, English, Geography, Arithmetic and Test Prep for GED. I enjoy working with all ages. My goal is for your child to be successful. Looking forward to tutoring your child.
Education & Certification
California Baptist University - Bachelor in Arts, Biblical Studies

Christopher: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...have an M.S. in Electrical Engineering (Computer Vision) from UCSB and a B.S. in Chemical and Materials Engineering from Cal Poly, Pomona. I work as an astronomy professor at Southwestern Community College. I have Tutored Astronomy and Physics at SDSU for about a year and a half. Prior to that, I tutored Math, Chemistry, and Physics at Cal Poly Pomona during my undergraduate degree. At Cal Poly Pomona, I was a member of Tau Beta...
Education & Certification
Cal Poly, Pomona, California - Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Materials Engineering
UC Santa Barbara, California - Master of Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering

Kevin: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...are our nation’s greatest assets, this I will never forget. Students in my classes receive direct instruction and learn from wide-ranging instructional techniques that enhance the classroom environment. My enthusiasm is contagious. Students feed from my enthusiasm, making learning fun and exciting. In my daily reflection, I focus on three questions: What was supposed to happen? What did happen? How can I make it better next time? These answers guide me to; improved lesson plans,...
Education & Certification
Wilmington University - Bachelor of Science, General Studies
Wilmington University - Master of Arts, Education

Ivan: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
Adaptable, comprehensive and patient tutor in quantitative subjects, interested in deep learning and use of tools like simulation and experimentation to help the learning process.
Education & Certification
ISPJAE Instituto Superior Politecnico Jose Antonio Echeverria - Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Engineering
UIDE Universidad Internacional del Ecuador - Master in Management, Business Administration and Management

Holly: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...and received my Bachelor of Arts in the History of Art and Visual Culture. While attending school, I became an Education Intern at the local museum and taught local history and art lessons to students ranging from kindergarten to 6th grade. This was when I first had a taste of the valuable and rewarding experience of teaching. After graduation, I decided to teach English abroad in Hanoi, Vietnam. I lived there for a year teaching...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelor in Arts, History of Art

Jason: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
I have tutored in the California Universities, namely Mesa College and the University of California San Diego, for a total of five years. I have hundreds of hours of experience tutoring Math, Chemistry, Biology, and Physics of all levels. I was awarded tutor of the year in 2008-2009 at Mesa College....
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology

Vady: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...Associate Degree in High Honors Biology. I am currently attending the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), and I will receive my Bachelor of Science degree with a major in General Biology in 2015. Since I have a strong knowledge in Math and Science, I was able to help my community students in those subjects. Also, since I speak two fluent languages, I was able to tutor English as a Second Language (ESL) for immigrant...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, General Biology

Matt: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...math, science, and test preparation for 4 years for students of all ages. I am strongest in high level math, which is my favorite subject to tutor as well. My teaching style involves guiding the student through exercises instead of just showing them how to complete them. This way, they are more engaged in the tutoring session and are able to get more out of it. Outside of school and tutoring I enjoy playing soccer,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 33

Chi-Sun: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...students to truly understand the concepts and reasoning behind math, and not just learn how to apply formulas and do well on tests. Although they may get good grades, this will be useless later in life. In my teaching experience, when students actually learn the concepts and logic, not only does their math vastly improve, but they also learn to enjoy math, which is the ultimate goal. My qualifications include excelling at all high school...
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Brian: La Mesa Math tutor
Certified Math Tutor in La Mesa, CA
...to solve it. I believe any person can learn any subject; it just has to be explained in the way that they need to hear it. It's the Teacher's job to figure out how to get through. I love explaining things in a visual manner because that's what makes the most sense to me as a learner. As you might assume, I believe anyone can be a "Math person," and I look forward to helping...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 770
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