Award-Winning SAT Math Tutors for Students in La Mesa, CA

...than I did previously, which leads me to understand the subject more deeply even while I am tutoring it. I try to tutor in a way that involves asking the student questions and leading them to discover the answer/procedure for themselves, so that they understand why they are using certain methods and can apply them to novel situations rather than depending on rote memorization. Outside of academia, I enjoy playing music (guitar and drums), and...

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.

...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 patient, attentive to students' needs, and can tailor lessons to address specific needs that you might have. I enjoy tutoring Biology, Chemistry, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and can help with SAT test prep. When I'm not in the lab...

...this Fall. Until then, I will be working as a tutor in the San Diego area. In high school I was a debate captain for a national-level debate team. My job was to coach the younger members. I would help them prepare for upcoming topics while working with them to develop their speaking, writing and research skills. I'm currently teaching two after-school classes, one in Pre-Calculus and the other in Biology. I am very comfortable...

...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 the time to find where the disconnect is and then develop that connection from an established starting...

...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 with my experienced mathematics background, have enabled me to assist many different people in the past. I have experience in teaching people of different ages and different needs, and I understand how to shift my approach to best reach the student. I served as an instructor at a Judo dojo...

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.

...Life and Housing Department. In these roles, I worked directly with fellow college students every day, creating engaging programs and serving as a resource. I have also worked previously as a camp counselor, teaching Lego Robotics and Minecraft modifications to kids ages 6 to 12. I believe that it is important to bring enthusiasm, compassion, and creativity to any lesson. One of my goals with tutoring is to help students feel empowered in their learning...

As a recent college graduate from UCLA with an undergraduate degree in Chemistry, I am pleased to offer tutoring in AP Chemistry, Honors Chemistry, and General Chemistry. My experiences tutoring have honed an ability to understand the different learning habits of students and tailor each individual meeting to ensure all sessions are as effective and beneficial as possible. Together, we can work together to accomplish all of your academic goals. ... I believe that no two...

...arriving to the solution. We will work through several problems together until they recognize a pattern that they can comfortably revert back to as reference. I feel that every student needs a tutor to be successful because it's a subject that prompts many questions that are best answered at the personal level, rather than in the classroom. Outside of school, I play college tennis and compete at the men's open level all over southern California....

...a Turk, I also love soccer (futbol) and watch as many EPL and MLS games as I can. I'm also a big classic metal fan, such as Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and Black Sabbath. While it might seem odd that I also love geeky things such as Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and board games, many of the old metal bands now look like they could fit right into a LOTR movie.

I'm Ellen and I have earned a B.S. in Biology. I have experience tutoring in many subjects and with various age groups ranging from elementary student to college graduates studying for the GRE. I am enthusiastic and take an individualized approach to each of my students.

...recent graduate of UC San Diego with a degree in Bioengineering and a minor in Chemistry. I have several years of experience tutoring math and SAT/ACT preparation as well as swim lessons. When I am not studying or tutoring I love being active with swimming, surfing, or riding my beach cruiser on the boardwalk! I also competed in college on the women's rowing team and I am an avid sports fan! Go Pack Go!!

...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...

...I am excited to share my knowledge with students who are still in the process of learning the same subjects that I have had to master to earn my degrees. I also enjoy discussing philosophy of all kinds and am happy to tutor students in that subject as well. When I tutor, I like to draw on the methods I have learned from studying philosophy of clarifying and communicating ideas in an understandable way by...

...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 my tutoring, I strive to get to know each student's individual learning style and then to adapt my lesson plans to the student's needs. I am determined to help each student unlock their potential and find their love of learning through a positive learning environment that is challenging but also...

...find that I try to find and optimize a student's preferred approach to learning, as it is usually the one that helps a student learn the most in the fastest amount of time possible for them. Be it more practice, or more in-depth explanation of the material, I try several different methods of tutoring to see what clicks with each individual student, and then continue with what works. I believe that it is essential to...

...with a degree in Human Biology and a minor in Health Care and Social Issues. 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...

...view math as a puzzle a series of steps that solves a mystery. As I have continued my studies in math, I have come to believe it is essential as it helps to develop problem solving skills as well as fundamental principles of logic. These skills have helped me through various subjects like statistics and general chemistry. I like to tutor through concrete examples, and my ultimate goal is to help students solve challenging problems...

...hope see South America soon. I live near San Diego State University now, and have lived in Oregon, Pennsylvania, and various places around the country. I also love old cars and reading, especially historical fiction. I can tutor English, Spanish, Social Studies, Math (up through Algebra I), and standardized test preparation. I especially like tutoring Spanish, literature, and history. I really enjoy tutoring because I get to help people and I love learning! I believe...