Michael B.

• Clearlake Oaks, CA 95423 ( 28.1 mi )
• Study Skills Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $58.00 to $64.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Typing Skills, Homework Help, Chess

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As a student, I am driven to understand the nature of things. As a teacher, I work to help others understand them. From my experience, I have learned to be patient with people who are afraid of failure and to push students who are easily bored with basic work. I have earned a bachelor's degree in computer science because computers are the tool with the most potential to enable us to understand the world, second only to the mind. To this end, I encourage my students to think long and hard about the problem they want to solve before they put too much work on a false lead. I find that the better students are aware of this and struggling students become more enthusiastic about learning after they discover this.
I am a graduate of Chico State with a BS in Computer Science and I was a student of their honors program. I was not a formal tutor, but I spent a lot of time with junior clas ... read more

Jim D.

• Ukiah, CA 95482 ( 34.6 mi )
• Study Skills Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $59.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Continuing Education

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I discovered my gift for teaching as an undergraduate and it has been my life's work. My approach is to guide students in making their discoveries rather than making them remember what I discovered and told them about. Making their own discoveries, guided by me, they feel better about themselves as learners, bring more of themselves to the learning process, and develop greater confidence and competence. You can read more about my approach on my blog: http://masterylearningsystems.wordpress.com/
My most recent department chair, Dr. Marie Jureit called me the best teacher on campus. I've taught and tutored students for 37 years in music theory and composition, music of Africa and Latin America, and mathematics through college freshman algebra. As Director of the Freshman Program, I was responsible for designing and implementing programs in developing reading and writing proficiency, ... read more

Erik K.

• Ukiah, CA 95482 ( 37 mi )
• Study Skills Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $45.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills

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My teaching style is that I determine how best the student learns through observation and direct incouragement, instilling confidence for them to break through all barriers. Making learning fun is always more enjoyable for both students and tutors! I would develop a great rapport with my student(s) and create incentives to stretch the mind and promote creativity. I gain much satisfaction by contributing to the success of others!
I have a strong background in English grammar and composition as well as the basic sciences-especially geology and geography (Master of Science degree). This includes a lifetime "A" avgerage in English spelling, grammar, and composition, a 15-unit "A" grade on my master's thesis, as well as experience as a college English Tutor and college notetaker for the disabled. I also earned an "A" average for all Geogrpahy/Earth Sciences-related subjects. These at ... read more