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John: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is...
Education & Certification
American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
ACT Composite: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Verbal: 750

Lauren: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...primarily on essay building and English. - As a freshman college student, I consider myself to be well-versed in the college application arena. I have a plethora of tips and tricks stored in my arsenal to facilitate a smooth application experience. - Scholarships: I am currently attending UT through the generosity of the Texas Exes Forty Acres Scholars Program: UT's only merit-based full ride. In addition to teaching middle school English throughout high school- I...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Current Undergrad, Public Relations

Yash: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
I love tutoring and helping students! I believe everyone is capable of learning with the right type of instruction. I have had my fair share of disappointments, but with the right kind of help, I have overcome many struggles. I believe learning doesn't happen in a day. But we should struggle to learn a little every day.
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Hardware Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Alex: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...at times saw that teaching methods did not adapt appropriately to the student. There is more than one way to learn material. Because of that I hope to spend some time with students, helping them get the test scores that will allow them to get into their dream school. Throughout my high school and college career I gained extensive experience in tutoring members of my rugby team, fellow classmates and friends. Regarding the subjects I...
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Montana State University - Bachelors, Marketing, Finance and Entrepreneurship
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 36
ACT Reading: 33

Alyssa: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...I tutor all levels of English: reading, writing, and literature; this includes test preparation for AP, IB PSAT, and SAT. I also tutor U.S., World, and European history as well as U.S. Government and Politics. I also tutor Spanish up to the level of AP Spanish Language and IB Spanish. I genuinely like all the subjects that I tutor and I look forward to helping other people like them too! For fun I like to...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Latin American Studies
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 710

Jerry: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...students in all areas of STEM including Math, Science, and anything Computer Science/Technology related. I'm qualified to tutor in various academic subjects as well as ACT prep. But based on my past software engineering internship experiences at Apple and Microsoft, I am most confident in tutoring Computer Science topics ranging from specific coding languages to data structures, algorithms and coding projects. Outside of academia, I enjoy working out and staying fit, playing basketball, rock climbing...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Gaurav: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...have found that a learning experience which places a heavy emphasis on communication, structure, and critical thinking can play a significant role in cognitive development and long term skill retention. In my experience, communication is the most important aspect of being a tutor. In the classroom, my students can expect me to cover concepts with both depth and clarity. Outside of lesson plans, my students can also expect me to reply promptly to any questions...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Current Undergrad, Finance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Jaxon: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...as well as freelance tutoring. I began tutoring because I wanted to help students find success and enjoyment in conventionally challenging courses like math, science, and writing. I tutor college-level chemistry through Organic II, college-level physics through Electricity & Magnetism, and any and all math classes from middle-school math through college-level calculus. In my free time, I find myself exploring Austin, swimming at the green belt, learning to play guitar, and hanging with my friends....
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Math: 710
SAT Writing: 730

Kathleen: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...as a kindergarten teacher at IDEA Public Schools. I will be beginning a Masters Program in Education this fall at the University of Texas at Austin with a certification in teaching 7-12th English. My goal as a professional is to unite my love of literature with my passion for social justice to become an inspirational and effective educator of underserved preteen and teenage students. My tutoring style is very positive and encouraging, and centered around...
Education & Certification
Hamilton College - Bachelors, English/ Anthropolgoy
The University of Texas at Austin - Current Grad Student, Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 750

Janna: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...Theta (MAO), the national math honor society, and was an active member all four years of high school. During my time in MAO, I competed and placed in a number of math contests and competitions both locally and nationally. My other experiences in math include Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics, SAT Subject Mathematics: Levels 1 and 2, Multivariable Calculus, and Differential Equations. My past teaching experience consists of in-person and online tutoring....
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering
SAT Math: 770

Jennifer: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...student has the potential to succeed, it is just a question of finding the right entryway into the material. Since teachers don't always have the time to work individually with every student, that's where a tutor comes in! I'm a strong advocate for Carol Dweck's growth mindset theory of education, encouraging students to learn and grow from their mistakes rather than becoming discouraged and giving up. When I was in high school, I struggled a lot...
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Smith College - Current Undergrad, Education and Child Studies and Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 760

Bipul: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...quite often due to the lack of tone and author's preconceived notions about the student's background. Therefore, when I tutor I build the framework from the ground up and depend a lot on visual aids (diagrams and charts) rather than formulas and numbers. I believe that there is no such thing as a dumb question and I address each question as many times as necessary . I also include a lot of examples and encourage...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Physics, Mathematics
GRE Quantitative: 167

Ricardo: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...for mistakes, because no one needs the advice, "Don't make that mistake!". The teacher tries to hear what the student wants and then figures what to work on in order to get there. I've been both a student and teacher of guitar, and I try to take that teaching style into my tutoring. I never start by explaining material or by "simplifying" it (because that usually means repeating it again and again!) but by listening...
Education & Certification
Stanford - Bachelors, American Studies
University of Rochester - Masters, American History
GRE Verbal: 170

Lipika: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
Hi! My name is Lipika and I am a freshman at the University of Texas at Austin, pursuing physics on the space sciences track and a minor in business. I've always loved being a mentor to kids and younger teenagers. I especially enjoy teaching concepts related to STEM and have been doing so since early high school.
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Physics
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Business, General
ACT Math: 34
SAT Math: 790

Mary: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...and love helping students write as creatively as possible within the parameters of their schoolwork. I’m committed to making learning as fun and enjoyable. Having been an occasionally reluctant learner, I believe that most people are happiest when they feel that they’re learning independently, and are empowered enough to make their education their own. I want to help students create this sense of worth and importance within their studies and schoolwork, which I believe can...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Plan II Honors
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Verbal: 770
SAT Writing: 740

Harsh: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...am currently a third-year student majoring in Biology and a part of the Health Science Scholars Honors program at the University of Texas at Austin. I have experience tutoring high school and middle school students for the past couple of years in a variety of subjects and my favorite ones include sciences such as biology and chemistry, as well as ACT/SAT/PSAT test prep. I firmly believe in the value of good education and hope to...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Katelyn: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science) and volunteered in a local middle school, where I worked with struggling students one-on-one. I then transferred to Texas A&M University, where I earned a B.S. in Psychology (with a minor in Neuroscience) in 2013. During college, I tutored several Psychology and Neuroscience courses. After graduating from Texas A&M, I began a graduate program in Neuroscience at the University of Texas at Austin. While in this program, I volunteered...
Education & Certification
Texas A & M University-College Station - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33

Jett: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...Society. My strong academic subject areas are math, particularly calculus, trigonometry, and algebra; although I do tutor up to all high school levels of math, computer science programming in Java, Python, or C, electrical engineering topics like circuitry or programming, and mechanical physics. I really enjoy helping other people out because my motto is "ancora imparo," or "I am always learning." So if I can always learn something, I wish to help others learn and...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Electrical (Computer) Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Paige: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...a prestigious honors program at the University of Texas at Austin. In essence, I have years of experience tutoring and teaching languages, writing, testing strategies, and other various subjects for students from elementary through college. Additionally, I am well-versed in university admissions for both graduate and undergraduate programs, and I can offer consulting on how to develop applications. I believe in making learning relatable and fun; rather than lecture my students, I design engaging and...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Gabriel: Onion Creek tutor
Certified Tutor in Onion Creek, TX
...of languages, literature History - there's just so much humanity and adventure and passion and awesomeness and...we'll you catch my drift :) I have taught and tutored children as young as 5 up through college aged folk as well. My parents are both professors so I guess I was bitten at an early age with the education bug. Like them, I think that the keys to unlocking the most fruitful learning experiences are: Patience, Passion...
Education & Certification
Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre (Spanish Minor)
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Onion Creek is a neighborhood in Austin, Texas, 10 miles from downtown. The neighborhood got its name from a creek that begins in Hays County and empties into the Colorado River. The neighborhood is home to over 2,000 residents.
Ranked seventh in the state of Texas, Liberal Arts and Science Academy High School (LASA) is part of the Austin Independent School District. Private tutors in Onion Creek can provide you online or in-home tutoring instruction to assist with a challenging course or test prep. Online or in-person Onion Creek tutoring might help you stay on top of your test prep, too. Austin is home to several top universities, including the University of Texas at Austin, Concordia University Texas, and St. Edward's University. If you seek online or in-home private tutoring for test prep and general subject instruction from Onion Creek, TX, tutors, you could potentially increase your odds of getting into top schools like these.
This neighborhood is home to the Onion Creek Club, which offers golf, tennis, fitness programs, a pool, and dining. There is also a summer camp for kids and summer swim lessons. The luxurious event facilities have stunning views of the golf course, and are available to rent for special events. In the summer, gather in the pool at dusk for a movie shown on a large floating screen. This event includes unlimited popcorn and a complimentary buffet for the kids. Just outside of the neighborhood is McKinney Falls State Park, where Onion Creek flows over rocks and ledges, creating beautiful waterfalls and rapids. You can explore the park's nine miles of hiking trails as well as the remains of an old rock shelter and a Texas homestead. You can set up camp for the weekend at one of the 81 campsites or rent one of the six cabins available in the park. Fishing and swimming are both permitted in Onion Creek, and fishing gear can be borrowed through the Tackle Loaner Program. The park also offers Ranger Programs for kids, who can borrow an Explorer Pack full of tools and get a free activity journal. There is also a large group recreation hall that can be rented out for weddings and parties. The hall is equipped with a full kitchen, outdoor grill, and seating area. The park hosts several events throughout the year, including night hikes, where you can explore McKinney Falls under the stars and catch glimpses of nocturnal wildlife.
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