Maria R.

• Palm Desert, CA 92255 ( 5.7 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member since: 04/2015
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $30 to $39 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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Teaching group, home and Montessori.
Bachelor degree Year 2000 title Social Science certification secondary Social Science and History. Teacher 6-12 grades in Puerto Rico. Teach secondary Social Science and history. Teach American History, geography, political science, social studies, Puerto Rico history, E.U history, word history and spanish lenguage.

Stephanie B.

• Palm Springs, CA 92262 ( 7.2 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female Age 71
• Member Since: 05/2015
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $39.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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Working historian and journalist

Project based/Core Concepts
Instructional Aide with Riverside County Office of Education and Palm Springs Unified School District. I created and implement a local history program for three elementary schools in Palm Springs through my work as Associate Curator and Director of Education at the Palm Springs Historical Society. I received my BA is Social Science in 2008 and hold a Early Childhood credential. I write a weekly column for both Palm Springs Life and the Desert Sun.

Danielle S.

• Beaumont, CA 92223 ( 26.5 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female Age 31
• Member Since: 02/2018
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $30.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, American History

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I was a dedicated student throughout high school and college. I earned my Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from Drexel University. I know work as a systems engineer performing mission analysis on guidance, navigation, and control aspects of rocket systems. I also mentor a FIRST robotics high school team. In 6 weeks we design and manufacture a robot to play a unique game set out each year. Through this experience I have a strong educational background and first hand mentoring experience.

Gary F.

• Cathedral City, CA 92234 ( 0.6 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $46.00 to $51.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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All students can learn, but in different ways. I, for one, learn best by watching how something is done. I can read about it, or hear a lecture about it, but seeing it helps me understand the subject. This type of teaching would be done with movies, drawing or acting out the situation. In my teaching, I try to use all methods available to me to help the students learn and to use their creativity. I especially try to get students to work in groups and to share their work with each other. I find that pier groups provide the best help in understanding the subject matter. The classroom should be a learning place of activities and fun.
I started substitute teaching in 1983 while I was working on my Master's Degree at California State University, Long Beach. I have been a substitute teacher in Long Beach, Santa Barbara, Glendale, and Palm Springs. I have had experience as a long ... read more

Melissa B.

• Cathedral City, CA 92234 ( 0.6 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies

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My background in tutoring includes ESL, elementary, middle school and college students. I have tutored predominately in Language Arts, which is my forte and passion. Since I am trilingual, I have naturally been drawn to tutoring ESL or non-native English speakers. I have tutored at the writing center at College of the Desert, part-time in the evenings. In addition, I have tutored two years in a row for the No Child Left Behind tutoring. Currently, I work as a library media technician at Truman Elementary School. I assist students with various library and media center related things such as learning software to finding library materials. I was recently awarded a grant to teach library classes after school, which was a big hit for the students who attended. Currently, I am writing a visually appealing and humorous book on learning the fundamentals of grammar. I was inspired by stu ... read more

Oriana M.

• Palm Springs, CA 92264 ( 1.1 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies

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I base my teaching on Vygotsky's theory of the Zone of Proximal Development. This theory states that a student can reach a higher level of learning through following the adult's model/example. As the student learns higher level skills, adult guidance is slowly phased out in order to achieve independent functioning. I work with each student's unique abilities and strengths in order to maximize their potential. I also strongly believe that children learn best when they feel comfortable, and confident in their abilities. I strive to make learning fun, while staying structured.
I am a speech and language pathologist with a Masters Degree in Communicative Disorders. I have 6 years working in the public school setting with elementary and middle school students. As a special education specialist, I have had the opportunity to work with children with various needs such as language deficits ... read more

TingZhi W.

• Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 ( 1.7 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $46.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, American History

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Having taught individuals and classroom students, I feel confident that my skills with all ages will benefit both the student and myself. I enjoy teaching very much and have a teaching approach that is easy to follow and enjoyable as I can combine both the spoken, written and cultural aspects of this language.
As one of the few women to be admitted to a well known university in China, based upon my academic abilities, I was chosen to teach University students in the foreign language department for one and one half years. In the past twelve years I have worked in the International Banking arena for foreign and domestic banking institutions. During this time I advanced through the banking ranks to supervisor positions dealing with the various banking laws of each country wherein international transactions were processed on a daily basis. I wish to use my skills as a multi-lingual ... read more

Laura G.

• Cathedral City, CA 92234 ( 1.9 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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I have the passion required to help students reach their full academic potential. Teaching is about not only motivating them to learn but to teach them how to learn. My B.S in Accounting and 24 credits toward my M.S in Criminology has enable me to become very knowledgeable in the areas of mathematics, literature and science. I have been a tutor for the past 10 years to student in elementary, middle school and high school in areas such as English, Math and Spanish as well. I am currently working with a high school student in the areas of math and English. I proud myself in being a responsible and prompt person. I have great interpersonal communication skills and most important I am honest, reliable and professional at all times.
Working with children is my passion ,and ensuring their success is my goal.I consider my teaching style to be a demonstrator in which I put an emphasis on d ... read more

Anthony G.

• Cathedral City, CA 92234 ( 2.3 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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One of the key elements of tutoring is communication between the tutor and student. Encouraging discussion instead of lecturing of the subject is important. Facilitating good rapport allows me to understand a student’s strengths and weaknesses and allows focus on the weak areas. For example, does the student primarily utilize rote memorization or is he/she capable of a higher level of critical thinking? Someone who is more familiar with memorization as a way of learning can be taught to expand their understanding of the subject if the right questions are asked to them. Someone that demonstrates higher critical thinking skills might do better with repetitive exercises on the subject which encourages focus and application.
Although I tutored math (geometry, algebra II) and biology in high school, I ended up graduating from UCLA with a BA in Political Science. Somewhat of an abo ... read more

Patricia M.

• Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 ( 2.8 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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Prior to teaching, I worked as a human resources professional and have learned all phases of human resources with a specialty for recruitment. I have taken the tenets of human resources and applied them to teaching. I have an excellent rapport with administrators, parents, the community and my students. I have been successful in achieving great gains in their educational proress based on pre/post data. I have worked one-on-one effectively as well as working within small groups and then whole class instruction. I have previously "home schooled" students within my district ranging from all elementary to high school subject such as history, language arts, writing, math and projects. Additionally, I have tutored outside of my district for a tutoring company. My paperwork is flawless and timely, and I adapt quickly which enables me to tutor each student effectively with measured resul ... read more

James S.

• Cathedral City, CA 92234 ( 3.1 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $57.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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I am a retired teacher, middle school, high school and district office administrator. I have worked with supplemental providers in my past position as Director of Curriculum and Instruction (Ed. Services). I presently sub for Palm Springs Unified in a k-12 capacity. I can tutor in all elementary and middle school subjects and in math through high school geometry. I am very skilled at the writing process, reading process and using effective instructional practices.
I am a hands on conceptual style learner and like to teach the same way, I believe that students that can see the "why" can understand and retain what they learn. Engaging learners by using hands on activites can facilitate the learning process.

Richard T.

• Cathedral City, CA 92234 ( 3.4 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $56.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, Political Science, Government, American History

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After twenty years in the financial area I went back to school to obtain a special education credential and found a passion for teaching. While in school I worked as a teacher's aide at Seaside High School, and taught 5th grade summer school for two years. After completing my education course work I received a contract with Monterey Peninsula Unified School District and taught at Los Arboles Middle School. My middle school students had varying disabilities. The focus in my classroom was to determine what each student needed to succeed.
It is important for me to determine what motivates each student to learn, what their interests are and what is important to them. I wanted the student to see how each lesson was valuable to their future success. I always got my students involved in the classroom with open discussions. Each week my students gave a five minute presentation on a ... read more

Nancy T.

• Palm Springs, CA 92264 ( 3.6 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $48.00 /hr

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All ages can benefit from tutoring. I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults. I have a good sense of humor and encourage students to view the world from different angles. I am persistent and determined which means I do not give up on anyone. Learning can be entertaining and that is the best way to inspire a student to go forward with enthusiasm.
My teaching experience has been in the corporate world, where I was responsible for training and teaching employees both basics and advanced techniques in the broadcast field of advertising. My success was in preparing them for an expanded career, and many of those that I mentored over the years remain in prominent positions at some of the world's largest advertising agencies. I have excellent writing skills and interpersonal skills, am very reliable, and very organized.

Paul S.

• Palm Springs, CA 92264 ( 3.7 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 11/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $46.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, Political Science, Government, American History

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I approach each student as an individual and develop a learning plan that will instill confidence while assuring that the student is able to understand and perform the subject matter skills for academic success. My ability to relate to students and understand their perspective allows me to quickly develop a relationship on which I am able to build a foundation of trust and commitment so that the student actively engages in learning. By using a diagnostic approach, we jointly determine the student’s current level of knowledge and quickly reinforce that foundation before proceeding with instruction on more advanced grade level requirements. I use models and schemas that the student can internalize to teach and then re-teach the structure so that concepts connect and then continue to build skills that advance retention and equip the student with the intellectual map to demonstrate competen ... read more

Kristin B.

• Palm Desert, CA 92211 ( 4 mi )
• Geography Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $51.00 to $63.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Social Studies, World History, American History

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During my ten year college career, I obtained an extensive,high level of education in many various areas of study. I have earned two degrees, Associate of Science, and Bachelors of Arts in Sociology. I was very much driven to achieve a high level of excellence and graduated with a cumulative GPA of 3.7. I have worked as an elementary school substitute teacher, as well as a special education assistant. In addition, I have experience as a tutor in History, English, Mathematics, and Science.
My philosophy of education is based on the individuals' learning abilities. I love teaching and working with all children and with a hands on approach to learning,I believe each person is capable of reaching his/her maximum potential. As a facilitator, I strive to make a difference in my students' academic success.