Catherine M.

• Napa, CA 94558 ( 23.4 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female Age 30
• Member since: 06/2012
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $10 to $20 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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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.

Richard Q.

• Davis, CA 95616 ( 9.5 mi )
• Experienced Chess Tutor

• Male Age 35
• Member Since: 10/2013
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $30.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Homework Help

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Chess is one of my top subjects! I can play chess, Chinese chess and Weiqi (Go) (a Chinese traditional chess with more than 1,000 years history).

When I was in the Guangdong Ocean University (GDOU)in China, my major is Chinese. And my major is focus on teaching the foreigners how to speak and write Chinese. I am a good public speaker and I have an outstanding eloquence. I have rich experiences in speaking in front of people. I was the host of performances of College of Liberal Art in Guangdong Ocean University (GDOU) in China. I hosted the Top-10 Singer Competition, the Cooking Competition and the Speech Competition. And I was also the host of 2013 Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration Performance in UC Davis. Furthermore, I am the director, writer and actor of the Chinese witty skit for 2013 Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration Performance in UC Davis. So, even though I do not have experience in being a tutor, I believe my public speaking and other experience can definitely make me be a good tutor.

JJ G.

• Stockton, CA 95204 ( 35.2 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2012
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $30.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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My comments on tutoring Chess : I've played all my life! I'm not a "BOBBY FISHER",butI know my way around a chess board!

GROWING UP I TAUGHT IN HALF-WAY AND GROUP HOMES! MY MOTHER WAS A TEACHER/PRINCIPLE AND I GREW UP LEARNING THE ROPES FIRST-HAND! IN COLLEGE,I MAJORED IN PSCYCHOLOGY AND MINORED IN ENVIROMENTAL SCIENCES. SHORTLY AFTER I WENT TO WORK FOR GANNETT AS A DRIVER/LIASION/TROUBLE-SHOOTER/CLERK/PROOF-READER. I WAS EMPLOYED THERE FOR A QUARTER OF A CENTURY!
AS WELL AS CONVENTIONAL LEARNING TECHNIQUES,I EMPLOY UNIQUE TEACHING METHODS USING MULTI-MEDIA!! IF YOUR CHILD HAS LEARNING DISSABILITES OR DOSEN'T PERFORM AS WELL AS YOU WOULD LIKE IN SCHOOL MY "SPECIAL HELP" MIGHT JUST BE THE CATALYST THAT PUTS YOUR CHILD BACK ON THE RIGHT LEARNING TRACK!!

Laurie M.

• Vacaville, CA 95687 ( 7 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 08/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I have discovered over the past year of substituting that I absolutely love teaching. Students are very comfortable with me as I am a very positive, friendly person who smiles a lot. As the parent of a college student, I was a tutor for 12 years. I know how to make learning fun and rewarding.
I have a BS in Business and have worked in Mortgage and Banking for many years. This industry requires excellent written communication skills as well as practical math skills. I have been a substitute teacher for grades K - 12 for the past year in all subjects and have C-Best Certification. I am very familiar with the curriculum and I have an excellent rapport with students.

Andrew T.

• Davis, CA 95616 ( 10.5 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $56.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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I graduated from Duke University in 2009 with a triple-major in Biomedical Engineering, Economics, and Mathematics. I have tutored in Economics and spent four years mentoring middle-schools students in Engineering as a Techtronics Fellow.
I have never been someone who "just gets it" when it comes to math or science, and so I understand more than many people who pursued degrees in these subjects just how puzzling they can be. Math seems like it is filled with "tricks" that seem impossible to know unless you were born with some innate gift. When I teach, I seek to show, step-by-step. how to think about a problem as more than a set of symbols on paper. I seek to impart the critical thinking skills that reveal why those tricks aren't tricks at all, but are instead a natural part of the grammar of math and science.

Eric R.

• Davis, CA 95616 ( 10.5 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2011
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $66.00 to $73.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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"I believe the children are our are future Teach them well and let them lead the way Show them all the beauty they possess inside Give them a sense of pride" (Whitney Houston) I believe every child has God given strengths, that, when nurtured by the right influences can let them reach their available potential. Each person learns differently, so I approach each situation with care and concern for the individuals' learning needs. I hope to not only better the academic skills of my pupils, but also be a role model and act as a stimulus toward lifelong learning.
During my years at UC Davis I achieved a high level of excellence inside and outside the classroom, majoring in Economics with a minor in Communication as well as earning All-America Honors in Intercollegiate Golf. I began at Davis majoring in Physics, which led me to take many advanced level math and science courses ... read more

Bruce M.

• Sacramento, CA 95831 ( 14.8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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I’ve learned, from my years of experience, to be detailed in my accounting work and my approach to problem solving when a detailed approach is needed. I developed my skills through hard work and diligence. I’ve worked , directly and indirectly, with controllers and operation executives. I’ve worked on major computer system conversions and business acquisitions. I was exposed to the inner-dynamics of Public Accounting, while working with the CPA firm. This exposure has given me greater experience, and skill, as an accountant.
Helping the child to understand their true ability to achieve their desired results...., Being patient and understanding the delicate aspects of their emotional nature...., Helping the child to navigate the specific particulars of the subject matter while sharing the inter-dynamics of learning...., People don't care how much you know, unti ... read more

Marlon R.

• Fairfield, CA 94533 ( 15.1 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $51.00 to $63.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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I use the Active Participation strategy because it engages the learner not only in understanding but in contributing as well. This active learning process combined with introduction of practical uses/examples of the the subject matter provides a deeper meaning. But most of all the Objective,Purpose,and what their interests are, must be known so that these can be incorporated in the learning process.
I have been a substitute teacher for about 10 years specializing in math & physics. I have a BS in Mechanical Engineering plus 20+ years of maintenance/engineering experience. I incorporate practical examples in teaching to give students in depth knowledge in a practical sense. I gather my examples from my varied career experiences from the Military, Aircraft, Engineering, Manufacturing/Maintenance & Computer fields. I sporadically tutors students in my specialty.

David J.

• Fairfield, CA 94534 ( 19.1 mi )
• Chess 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 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.
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.

Aaron D.

• Elk Grove, CA 95624 ( 21.2 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $63.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills

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I love to teach. I feel a tremendous amount of satisfaction when I help a student understand important concepts, build confidence, reach academic goals, and learn to enjoy the process of learning. I believe that there are three key qualities to being a great teacher. First, great teachers help make students feel comfortable and confident so that learning can take place. In short, great teachers make learning fun. Second, a great teacher is an expert in explaining complex concepts and skills in a way that students can fully understand them. Third, a great teacher is a strong motivator and encourager. I believe that I possess these three important qualities, and I use them well to help my students achieve academic success.
I earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Indiana State University in the field of mathematics education, graduating with a 4.00 GPA. Since graduating, I ... read more

olaoluwalotobi t.

• oakley, CA 94561 ( 24.9 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $51.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I have experience working with k-12. Along with employed tutoring, volunteering, and mentoring. I am qualified to tutor in English, math, and social studies because throughout my studies I have excelled in all three subjects and have tutored them also. I enjoy tutoring math because I get to constantly push the limits of how I can explain concepts. In English, I read lots off long books. And social studies, for the same reason as English, I enjoy reading books! currently for the wccsd, i tutor in math and science. i have guest spoken at a school for science and i have lead the discussion at the same school in math, grades 2-5. i am currently getting the substitute teaching credentials for the school district.
My teaching style changes with each student. My passion for teaching and working wit children is driven by the fresh way they have of looking at problems and the world aroun ... read more

Robert K.

• North Highlands, CA 95660 ( 26.8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $61.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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I have taught in the private sector for 5 years. I have taught all academic subjects. I can am proficient in Math through Calculus, and have taken college level Chemistry Biology, and Physics. I am credentialed as an English teacher in California.
I prefer teaching utilizing the Socratic method, but have experience ranging from running labs to delivering instruction directly from curriculum. I try to engage each student with the material in a way that is relevant to that student.

Sidney L.

• Clayton, CA 94517 ( 27.7 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $62.00 to $76.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Homework Help

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I have been a senior financial and operating executive for the past 40 years in a variety of industries. I have also taught Finance at the MBA level at Frostburg State College, MBA program. I am very knowledgeable in Accounting, finance, economics, math, history, various business topics including marketing. I have been certified to tutor over 15 subjects bu another tutoring service.
I am very much focused on teaching concepts and then ensuring that practical examples are worked to make sure the concepts are understood and applied. My style is to emphasize understanding the underlying concepts and logic that drive the subject matter. Once understood I like to use exercises and problems to apply these concepts and make sured how they are applied is well understood and the student can arrive at correct solutions.

Michelle M.

• Lodi, CA 95242 ( 28.9 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2011
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $64.00 to $72.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

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My students often say I can’t be a teacher because they “just get it" when I explain. Even so, my degree is in math and I've taught professionally and privately. I have a history of maintaining high scores and would rather show why something works than how to follow steps. I don't expect students to love math or do it "my way" but I want students to know math isn't scary. To this end, I explain every step, do assessments to determine student needs and base instruction on student knowledge. If possible, I like to make sure students are comfortable working alone before I leave and will help students learn mental shortcuts, use a calculator and think logically. Overall I love watching students succeed.
In 1995, I began my official tutoring odyssey by assisting my classmates in AP Calculus. Every day during lunch I spent my half-hour helping my fellow high school seniors succeed, u ... read more

Michael B.

• Wilton, CA 95693 ( 29.8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $58.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

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As a recent college graduate with a BA in Spanish and a BA in International Affairs, I possess current experiences from my studies in the United States, Europe and South America. Since attending college in Spain and Argentina I understand word usage and vocabulary differences within the Spanish language. Mixed with my superior Spanish skills I am able to discuss and explain political differences in Spanish and explain, on a historical level, how government has evolved internationally. As a past member of the Sacramento Jazz Society I also have a strong background in music both in practice and theory. Since high school, I have tutored others in Spanish, government, music and sports.
I come from a family of teachers and, like my parents, I enjoy helping others and reaching the end goal of aiding a student in attaining their own aspirations both long and short term. I understand ... read more