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Sean: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...ACT prep and SAT prep previously on many occasions, and I am willing to work with and help you reach your full potential on these tests. I really enjoy teaching test preparation, as there are so many aspects to taking these exams ranging from test taking strategies, the material itself, as well as preparation right before the tests themselves. I believe that every student requires a different teaching strategy, and I believe in treating every...
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Brown University - Current Undergrad, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Rebecca: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...a diverse range of experiences: I tutored math at an inner-city school in Los Angeles, English to students in Hyderabad, India, and reading to rehabilitated refugee children in Arizona. After graduating, I instructed reading programs for the Institute of Reading Development, where I saw that, as my students' reading skills improved, their overall confidence skyrocketed. They became better students because they stopped feeling incapable and inept. This experience is the foundation of my tutoring philosophy....
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Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163

Jennifer: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
I am committed to providing my students with the best learning experience achievable. I strive to cater to their needs and challenge them to achieve their academic goals. ... I believe that every student can reach their personal potential. In order to do so, both student and educator must communicate with each other to use the student's strengths to overcome any challenges the student may face.... I always like to learn about the student's goals, interests,...
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy
University of Southern California - Masters, Teaching

Clara: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...with honors in May, and although I am originally from the Midwest, I plan to stay in the Los Angeles area. My course background includes a full load of college-level premed courses (three years of biology, a full year of organic chemistry, biochemistry, etc.), and my favorite subjects are math, physiology, and writing. I love teaching! I am a registered college science tutor at USC, and I also teach younger students at a weekly Girl...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Benjamin: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...I am also available to tutor many other subjects from Math and English to SAT and GRE preparation. While I do not have much formal experience in tutoring, I was a peer tutor throughout high school. Also, as the oldest sibling, it fell to me to help my younger brother and sister through the difficult times in their studies, so I have plenty of experience helping students find the right way to learn the skills...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, History
Drexel Online University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
LSAT: 165

Mark: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
I am a recent Yale graduate with a B.S in chemical engineering. I have over 5 years of experience tutoring a wide range of subjects, and I am very passionate about math and science. My favorite part of tutoring is instilling confidence into students and making them feel that they can understand and enjoy a subject.... Everyone learns differently, but everyone can learn anything.
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Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineer
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Chandler: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...a passion for teaching and engaging students with their education. There is little that is more rewarding than aiding a struggling student successfully. In high school, I was a member of the National Honors Society and relished the opportunities that organization provided me to tutor others. I love learning, and I love sharing that with others. What better way to engage others learning than tutoring?I enjoy video games and other computer related tasks, baseball, basketball,...
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Occidental College - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Mayank: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...graduate of UCLA. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics. Since graduation, I scored within the top 2% on the LSAT, spent a few years working at leading investment bank, and I am currently building a technology startup. I have significant tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects from math, biology, test prep (SAT / LSAT), finance, and economics. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing sports, and watching reruns of...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Business Economics
LSAT: 170

Anna: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
I majored in Middle Eastern Studies and minored in math during undergrad at Cornell. Since graduating I've worked in a number of fields and countries, although the common theme is teaching English and researching in the Middle East. As an English Teaching Assistant at Weill Medical School in Qatar, I became competent at editing and guiding students in writing. I'm now a first year fellow studying Policy Analysis at the Pardee RAND Graduate School.
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Near Eastern Studies
Pardee RAND Graduate School - PHD, Policy Analysis
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 790

Brandon: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...he wishes to pursue a PhD in Astrophysics, hoping to advance the knowledge for all humanity. During his undergraduate career he spent most of his afternoons tutoring and assisting teachers at an Elementary school in Malibu focusing primarily on math and science. Another passion of his is volunteering for the YMCA. He has been a summer camp counselor/director for the past 7 years, and just recently became an advisor with the youth government program aimed...
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Pepperdine University - Bachelors, Physics

Mary: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...level work. In particular, I enjoy tutoring English literature and composition. Although, there are no subjects that I dislike tutoring. Because my experience tutoring college students has given me insight into some of the difficulties of transitioning into more rigorous college level work, my goal is to help middle school and high school students develop the skills they need to be prepared for the next step in their education. In addition to tutoring the details...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Sam: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...for four Los Angeles Superior Court Judges. Since I finished my undergraduate degree, I have tutored many high school and college students in essay writing and test prep. In particular, I love helping people improve their writing. While there are undoubtedly many great tutors in the area, I believe I bring a unique perspective with my legal writing experience. With this background, I strive to help students not only improve their academic performance in the...
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Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Virginia School of Law - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Verbal: 780
SAT Writing: 740
LSAT: 171

Delphine: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
I am a native French speaker, have been a tutor with kids after school to assist them with their homework, created some activities in French for schools (singing French songs, cooking lessons). I used to work also with French adults when I lived in France and in London to guide them in finding a job and an apartment too. Friendly, I love working with people and help them to achieve their goals.
Education & Certification
French High school - Bachelor of Science, General
French Lycee - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Yon: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...and friendship. I deliver these by focusing on conceptual understanding. Most difficulties with the current materials come from not having mastered the earlier concepts or skills. I locate these earlier misunderstandings by asking questions like, "Walk me through this problem and explain your thought process" or "How are you thinking about this problem?" It's normal to get confused responses to these questions, but whatever response is offered, I can dig deeper by asking additional questions....
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelor of Science, Math & Physics
Southern Methodist University - Master of Science, Physics
GRE Quantitative: 167

Janea: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...Helping individuals learn how to effectively read and comprehend material is a passion of mine because as a child it would take me hours to read a book and understand the concepts. I now have the tools and resources to help others with this struggle and feel a need to show them how to overcome this problem. I have a very adaptive teaching style which I feel is the key to ensuring that each of...
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University of Idaho - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Katheryn: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
My name is Katheryn Nguyen and I am a full time college student at University of Southern Californiaa. I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry in hopes of pursuing the medical field later on. The subject that I specialize in is math. During my free time, I enjoy listening to music, exercising, hiking, and spending time with my family and friends. ... "Don't let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Biology

Derek: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...in the History Department as tutor, with a strong emphasis on helping students in American and European History. I am most passionate about tutoring students in History and English, including AP courses. I feel that I bring a creative and unique approach to my tutoring, and I actively work to help my students find a personal connection to a subject or topic they have previously struggled with. Every student has the capacity for improvement. In...
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Skidmore College - Bachelor in Arts, History/Theater
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Alex: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...write, read and communicate to the best of ones ability. Enjoying and succeeding in a literature class does not require having the right answers. Instead, I feel that its about having the tools needed to interpret the meaning behind novels, short stories, poetry, and other types of works. Its also about using those tools to draw ones own conclusions. In addition to having the right tools, I also believe that confidence is important to build...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Literary Journalism

Franky: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...never tire of it. I enjoy it when I lead students towards that "a-ha" moment where everything connects and they achieve a better understanding of the subject. I have been tutoring college math, algebra (1 and 2), calculus throughout high school and college. I like to think of my job as making myself obsolete by giving my students the tools needed to excel in their academics. Along with my passion for academics, I also have...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Nicholas: Palos Verdes tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Verdes, CA
...I've always had a fascination with trying to understand the world around me. This mentality has fueled my intense interest in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. I prefer to approach the sciences with an introspective lens as a tool to figure out a piece of a grand puzzle, rather than as an isolated unit. In addition to tutoring science classes, I have also helped many students with standardized testing yielding great results. In my free time...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
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