Molly W.

• Vacaville, CA 95687 ( 26.1 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female Age 37
• Member since: 03/2015
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $15 to $30 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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Question everything and everyone.

Relaxed but with high standards.
San Francisco State graduate with a B.A. in Sociology; my research experience is in both qualitative and quantitative methods. Currently working as a substitute teacher for grades K-12. Experience tutoring in sociology, social work, writing, and statistics, up to Master's degree level courses. Former Speech & Debate team member of local community college, with awards for parliamentary debate finalists and top 15 speaker from California tournaments.

lynn z.

• Berkeley, CA 94705 ( 29.7 mi )
• Experienced Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2013
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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My comments on tutoring Geography : I am especially proficient in World Geography.

I have been a dynamic, successful elementary, middle and high school teacher as well as college instructor of Art, English, French and History for many years. I also taught in a two way language immersion school ( English and Spanish) for six years so I can teach Beginning and Intermediate levels of Spanish. While teaching, I have always taken courses in the best practices of teaching as well as courses in subject matter content. I have tutored people of all ages, learning styles and needs in a range of subject matter, including testing; I ascertain how each student learns best to develop the most fitting, effective teaching strategies for them. I am considered a Master teacher as I train other teachers about best practices and have also been recognized as "Teacher of the Year.”
I believe learning should always be engaging and meaningful. It is critical to address individual studen ... read more

Catherine M.

• Napa, CA 94558 ( 16.1 mi )
• Expert Geography Tutor

• Female Age 30
• Member Since: 06/2012
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $10.00 to $20.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, American History

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I am ranked 12 ou of 496 in my class. I am an Honors and AP college student. I have a 4.83 grade point average. I take eight classes a day from 5:50am - 3:00pm. I am a voluntary tutor for students after school and I have been successfully doing that for a year now. I love working with studens and I get along with all of them because they are usually around my age as well.

Leona G.

• Vallejo, CA 94590 ( 17.3 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female Age 65
• Member Since: 06/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $50.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: World History, American History

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Academic Learning to Standards and Beyond!

In an effort to conjure mutual respect, I approach each student more like a peer rather than a teacher, although they know who is an charge. With my elementary students, I have been known to kick a soccer ball around with them or read them a book... schedule permitting. "Play time" is my pro bono contribution after a good lesson.
University of California-Berkeley graduate in individual major titled "Diplomacies to End the Division of Europe-1949-1990." Tutored English to German students in Germany, and returned to America to "give back". Specializing in one-on-one tutoring with resources and interactive activities found on the internet as well as worksheets on paper. I am very patient and have a record of success with my past students. They have averaged a 25% increase in test scores after a minimum of 4 lessons to a maximum of 10 lessons. Looking forward to gaining my ... read more

Braniff D.

• Oakland, CA 94609 ( 30.9 mi )
• Expert Geography Tutor

• Male Age 40
• Member Since: 10/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $40.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home

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Geography is one of my top subjects! Can help with any level, K-12 or higher. Post-secondary and professional experience!

Bachelors in Geography, with a concentration in physical geography. However, I am also experienced with geography as it applies to Social Science (cultural geography, countries, etc.). I am currently a master's student at San Jose State University work toward a master's in Meteorology. I worked in the private sector for five years as a Geographic Information Sciences technician (Cartographer), so I specialize in maps.
-Laid back, very understanding. I keep working at it until you understand the material!

Donna R.

• Agwin, CA 94508 ( 13.9 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, American History

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A Little Bit About Me...

Since I have worked students with a wide variety of learning issues; I feel that I am well prepared to assess and deliver educational materials and instruction to any student. I understand that each student has his learning style and prefers specific modalities such as: games & puzzles, logical sequential, the arts, naturalistic, etc. Although those would not be the only modalities I would use to educate my students, I feel that I must acknowledge this and respond with a portion of the lessons directed at personal interest. Also, the student's learning environment is important. My students are the recipients of a positive climate where tangible rewards/awards are delivered along with praise, emotional support and encouragement.
I have been in the field of education for approximately 14 years of which the last 8 years have been special education. I have worked with students of ... read more

Marjorie S.

• Santa Rosa, CA 95403 ( 16 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $58.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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I am patient, have a good sense of humor, and strive to help students achieve to their ability. I have great faith in children's ability to develop proficiency in any content as long as they have adequate support. One size does not fit all in education and I use differentiation and different teaching modalities, with a lot of realia and manipulatives, to meet the students' learning styles and preferences, and the content area. I rely on colleagues for assistance when I am unable to fully help a child.
As an Adult Education teacher I taught learners from High School age through 70 year-olds. I taught office occupations; ESL; and GED, ABS, HS diploma and citizenship. I developed knowledge and skills in many content areas and in the management of students. I have taught post-graduate classes in computer applications for different content areas, reading and writing for elementary ... read more

David J.

• Fairfield, CA 94534 ( 16.7 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $51.00 to $56.00 /hr

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I believe a large part of teaching is to find ways of motivating students to learn. I like to show my students how what they are learning applies to their everyday lives. I encourage active participation by the student. In order to continually improve my own teaching skills, feedback on my own performance is highly valued. Math is a favorite subject of mine, and I would like to have the opportunity to tutor this subject.
I was raised in a family of teachers. Both my parents have been teachers, and my older brother and sister are both currently teachers. As an psychiatric technician at Napa State Hospital, I was chosen to become a trainer, teaching a new computer system being implemented to nursing and other staff throughout the hospital. I developed classes and created lesson plans for those classes, as well as providing individual training. I held this position for 2 years.

Dave K.

• San Rafeal, CA 94903 ( 18.8 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 08/2006
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $46.00 to $62.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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"No one will care what you know until they know that you care." I have great enthusiasm and passion for teaching and I make great connections with students. I know all people are capable of change and growth. I strive to help create life-long learners who are motivated to grow. My instruction and coaching techniques are very user friendly, and have been very successful for high academic achievers as well as students who struggle with academics and are very resistant to anything that has to do with school.
As a high school teacher for 13 years, I have had a profound impact on the academic and personal success of a great majority of my students. I have won many "inspirational teacher awards" and have been identified by many of my students as the teacher most responsible for their success. They have said that I have made learning interesting, fun, and rewarding for them because I ... read more

Barbara H.

• Fairfield, CA 94533 ( 21.4 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $51.00 to $61.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, American History

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Even before I went to college and earned my B.A., I had already taught two years of ESL in Kachin State, Burma. I came back to the US and earned my degree in East Asian Studies at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. A few months after I graduated I went to the People's Republic of China and taught English as a Second Language from 2003 through 2006. In addition, I have completed all coursework for my M.A. in General Education, however, I have not finished the degree which requires student teaching. I am currently employed as a substitute teacher for two local school districts.
My teaching style depends on the needs of the particular students. I assess the style needed for a particular lesson and use visuals, such as PowerPoint presentations, textbooks, as well as audio, with such tools as are available after individual assessments. I have a great deal of experience teac ... read more

Mark A.

• Kentfield, CA 94904 ( 21.9 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $61.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher

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As a lifelong learner, I'm always motivated by students who have a curiosity for improving their own skills. I have a BA in liberal arts from Vassar College and a MS in Education from Queens College, which I earned through the full-time work/part-time study New York City Teaching Fellowship. I am fluent in Spanish, conversant in Japanese and French, and am always excited about learning more languages. As a special education teacher, I've worked with large classrooms, team taught with colleagues, and overseen the development of children with more severe disabilities in reading, writing, and math.
I believe that education should be tailored to the needs, abilities, and learning styles of each student. I believe in consistent positive reinforcement and praise, and in tracking and measuring skills so that students have evidence of their progress. I hope to help students discover the in ... read more

Bruce M.

• Forestville, CA 95436 ( 21.9 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $65.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, Government, American History

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Gestalt and all other educational styles. I believe all students can meet their potential and can be successful.I love working with children. A good teacher can make a difference. I am there for the student and I will not let them down.
I have worked at every stage of education, primary and secondary. I hold a master's degree in secondary education. I have taught high school and junior college. I have ran a continuation high school and was the teacher in charge at both the primary and high school. I have tutored in English, History, and math.

Lynda V.

• Vacaville, CA 95688 ( 23.3 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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I possess a Bachelor of Arts degree and have been employed as a private tutor and as a substitute teacher. I am able to work with a wide variety of students. I have been employed with the Travis, Fairfield-Suisun, and Vacaville Unified School Districts. I have assisted students who were experiencing difficulty at the elementary school level with reading comprehension, decoding and phonetic skills. I have privately tutored students who were considered "at risk" students and helped them elevate their reading and math scores. I have also privately tutored high school students who were experiencing difficulty with reading comprehension and writing as they prepared to take the California High School Entrance Exam.
As a goal oriented educator, I demonstrate to my students my enthusiasm for the subject matter. I am a commanding, authoritative presence, but never dictatorial. I use ... read more

Kathy R.

• Richmond, CA 94804 ( 24 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $52.00 to $58.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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I love to tutor because it gives me an opportunity to help students build their skills and to teach them that they have the ability to learn anything,they want to learn and are willing to put their mind, determination and dedication into. I strongly believe that most if not all students are capable of learning anything they truely desire to learn, if they are willing to work hard and be determined to acquire the knowledge. I believe that this is possible with a teacher or tutor that has the skills and dedication to transfer their knowledge or drive for knowledge to their students.
My Teaching Style is to build a relationship with the student and their family. That is based on trust, confidence and a great deal of praise. Everyones performance is driven by the encouragement that they get on a daily basis. So a very important part of my teaching style is to include the whole family. ... read more

Clifford K.

• Morris, CA 06763 ( 24.7 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 11/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History

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I really like working with all sorts of people. There is no satisfaction greater than when I can see the spark in a person's eye when they comprehend materials they had not before. Everyone can learn any material they set their mind to if they have the motivation and the proper learning environment, and of course the right teacher. It is my desire to be a great teacher, educator, and mentor.
As a recent graduate from the University of California Riverside, I have earned a bachelors of science degree from the institution. During my time at UCR I developed a passion for the sciences which was taught by dedicated professors who served as my mentors. After being exposed to many professors who have a passion for teaching, I want to also give back to the community in this way.