Liza W.

• San Jose, CA 95111 ( 29.6 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Female Age 46
• Member since: 05/2013
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $30 to $50 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Test Preparation, Testing Strategies

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Success isn't give, it's earned. You can Succeed!

I utilize a variety of instructional techniques to help each diverse learner succeed and excel. I believe the most imperative part of teaching is to facilitate a positive rapport with my students and have clear structure for them to work with.
I have taught Social Studies and Language Arts at the middle school and high school levels in Missouri for three years. I have worked with students that are considered at-risk, ELD, and students with special needs (including Autism, remedial studies, learning disabilities, and emotional disturbance disorders). I hold current and valid teaching credentials in both California and Missouri. I am in the last eight months of my Masters Degree at National University for teaching students with special needs. I also hold a Masters in Education in Best Teaching Practices, and Bachelors of Science in Social Studies Education.

Janae K.

• Salinas, CA 93901 ( 12.9 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2014
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $60.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Test Preparation, TOEFL, Testing Strategies, SAT - Verbal, SAT - Math, ACT

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I'll Teach your Student to Teach Him or Herself

I hate lecturing! I do! This is why my tutoring style is very interactive. I don't like talking AT a person, I prefer to have a conversation. My goal as a tutor is to make subjects interesting, and also to make sure they stick- so you can do well on exams. I also teach study skills in every session, so ideally you won't have to rely on me forever. I try to give students tools that they can use to teach them how to teach themselves- something they'll have to do if they're considering college.
I have worked as a tutor for 10 years in all subjects, especially focusing on ESL learners. Recently, I have worked in an ESL school (FLS International) with university age students seeking to matriculate into American Universities. Before that, I worked in South Korea teaching English. While employed at these schools, I also work part-time as a tutor- mostly for middle and high school ... read more

Mihir K.

• Santa Clara, CA 95050 ( 36.1 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Male Age 24
• Member Since: 01/2023
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $70.00 to $115.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Test Preparation, Testing Strategies, SAT - Verbal, SAT - Math, PSAT, MCAT, Entrance Exams, ACT

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USC Graduate Offering SAT/ACT/College App/K-12 Tutoring

I really pride myself in personalizing my tutoring. I try to never have more than 6-7 students at a time so that I can provide the best possible personalization of teaching to each student. Additionally, being at a similar age to many of my students helps me relate to them a lot better than some older tutors may be able to; I have more recent experience with taking the same courses/tests as them or applying to colleges like them, and this helps a lot in my tutoring personalization. In terms of my teaching style, I love being able to connect with students beyond the structured environment of most classrooms and tutoring/prep academies. I try to provide my students with just enough structure so that they know how to study, how to test, etc., but enough autonomy so that they can learn how to succeed on their own. Helping students navigate this fine line is really meaningful, as many ... read more

Matthew M.

• Gilroy, CA 95020 ( 9.6 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $58.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: GED, Entrance Exams, ASVAB, ACT

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A Little Bit About Me...

Over my years of experience providing supplemental instruction to a diverse range of students, I have found that I possess a breadth of knowledge and interpersonal skill-sets that make me an effective teacher. I teach from the understanding that every student has a unique educational experience and that there is no one way to effectively get your point across. Utilizing patience, compassion, as well as a heightened sense of cultural literacy, I am able to help students grasp lessons and objectives that had been previously intangible. I believe that educators hold a great responsibility to their students, and take pride in the accomplishments realized by my students.
Throughout the course of my education, I have had the opportunity to work with many great instructors and professors; learning the qualities and characteristics of what comprises an effective teacher. I currently posses ... read more

michael k.

• Salinas, CA 93906 ( 10 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $52.00 /hr

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I enjoy working with students of all ages. As a teacher, there is nothing greater than to see my students succeed. I am more results-oriented and I encourage students to work persistently until they have accomplished their goals. I am friendly, patient, and easy going. Although I push my students to work hard, I also like to have fun and make the learning experience enjoyable as well.
I have a very diverse background and I have many years of experience teaching in different subjects. I was an English teacher for one year in Korea, teaching children at a public school. I have taught fine art at a private school in Salinas. I have also been teaching martial arts and self-defense for over 10 years. I have worked with children as young as 4, to adults in their senior years. I hold a bachelor's degree in Business Marketing from San Jose State and I graduated with honors.

Mary S.

• Salinas, CA 93906 ( 10.6 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $51.00 to $56.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: GED, Entrance Exams, ACT

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Teaching can be a most wonderful adventure. I believe every child can learn. At times students or overwhelming with new concepts, and they need to be encouraged, and praise until they can accomplish the task at hand. I enjoy seeing the appearence of awareness on a childs face, when they have accomplished a goal, or solved a problem they had difficulty solving. I believe tutoring a child can be a powerful tool, and it can also unleash a potential genius.
As a graduate, I've been very blessed to have received a degree in Business Communication. In college I learned how to become a better educator, and communicate with them on the highest level. Although, I tutor in all of the academic areas, I also enjoy helping my student appreciate the art of becoming a good writer, and thinkers. My students are also encouraged to read for relaxation, and entertainment. Making the education process ... read more

Maria V.

• Watsonville, CA 95076 ( 12.7 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $60.00 /hr

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I’ve always been a very driven, committed, and passionate student to excel in education. At the University of California, Davis I have earned two bachelor degrees, BA in International Relations and BA in Spanish, with a minor in Chicana/o Studies which has enabled me to gain an understanding in many areas of social studies, cultural anthropology, and language. I have learned extensive grammatical skills due to writing research papers, along with essays in many various areas of study. During the last 2 years I have tutored students in English, the arts, Spanish, elementary math, and world cultures.
I care about students and I love helping them develop skills that will benefit them in the future. I believe in recognizing that each child is an individual and that each child learns at his/her own pace. I am extremely patient, easy going, considerate, flexible, punctual, and organized. ... read more

Brian P.

• Marina, CA 93933 ( 15.9 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $55.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: GED, Entrance Exams

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What interested me in a pursuing a teaching career was the tutoring experience I gained in high school and college. I started tutoring high school students in basic mathematics and science, and in college I was able to broaden my tutoring base to Spanish and English composition. Regarding my 13 years of professional teaching experience, I have taught at the university, community college, and adult education levels. The courses I have designed and taught range from all levels of English as a Second Language to graduate technical writing and editing.
I strongly believe that a successful tutor/teacher must know how to recognize students' individual learning styles and capitalize on their strengths. With all of my students, I make every effort to create a positive learning environment and to build their self-confidence. I have tutored many intelligent students who have developed men ... read more

Jeannene B.

• Marina, CA 93933 ( 16.3 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2011
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $63.00 to $66.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: GED

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A Little Bit About Me...

I love teaching students to discover the answers to questions and problems that otherwise eluded them. I am a firm believer in student-centered learning, meaning the students are given the opportunity to research, discover, and progress through various techniques. Providing the appropriate learning environment is essential for a student to fully experience their potential. Therefore, I gladly provide each student with information that will give them the opportunity to produce better study habits and test taking abilities. I believe using these tools will provide students with a life long learning advantage that will follow them through all aspects of their lives.
As an educator, I have been given the opportunity to teach in various venues and modalities. Through these opportunities I have taught adults, children and teenagers using many techniques and styles. My education and exp ... read more

Lysa F.

• Marina, CA 93933 ( 16.5 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 11/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $60.00 /hr

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I believe in a multi-sensory approach to learning. All children learn in their own way. My job as a teacher is to provide instruction in a way the child will learn best, whether that is through movement, audio, manipulative or visual cues. I understand that all children learn at their own pace and I am patient. Learning should also be relevant to a student's life. If the students understands how algebra, reading or music will help them in life, they are more persistent in their education. Finally, learning should be fun. Games allow children to master material without tedious repetition and allow students to make mistakes in a non-judgmental arena. I typically end tutoring sessions with a short game reviewing material the student has mastered. The student leaves with a feeling of success and confidence they have earned.
In college, the focus of my degree was creative writing and so ... read more

Kelly S.

• Carmel, CA 93923 ( 25.4 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $59.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: GED, Entrance Exams, ACT

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My former high school students used to tell me how much they appreciated my patience with them; modestly, I would have to agree with their assessment. I believe that individuals process information in different ways, and it is my responsibility to understand the best method to help a student successfully learn. In addition to being patient, I am creative, courteous, composed, and an effective communicator. With my acute attention to detail and calm persistence, learning (specifically, writing) becomes less daunting, more tolerable, and even enjoyable. Anyone can learn if permitted to do so in a positive environment and with the proper tools; I enable such an experience as a knowledgeable and conscientious tutor.
After earning my BA and CA Teaching Credential in English, my love for the language and subject drove me to complete my MA in English and Comparative Literature in less tha ... read more

Nancy R.

• San Jose, CA 95119 ( 26.1 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $51.00 to $67.00 /hr

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I work as a partner with the student and their parents, tailoring each tutoring program to the student's needs. I especially enjoy helping high school students excel in Math. One of my recent tutoring students went from receiving an F on Algebra2 exams to receiving a B, after only 2 weeks of tutoring! I'd love to help your student improve their results in Math class, and prepare themselves for a successful college career. I'm also available to tutor in SAT preparation, computer subjects and French.
I have an M.S. in Computer Engineering, an extensive background in Mathematics, and worked for many years as an engineer in Silicon Valley companies. I thoroughly enjoyed school and excelled at test-taking, which I know is an area of anxiety and difficulty for many students. I believe that students will have the best possible future lives if they have the best possible education. I h ... read more

Teresa G.

• San Jose, CA 95125 ( 32.6 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 04/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $58.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher

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A Little Bit About Me...

I have lived in Spain in college and visited in high school. I've traveled to Mexico, Aruba, Spain, and el caribe. I have taught Spanish, technology and beginning French for more than 10 years. My MA is in Spanish and Learning Styles, and recently I finished my cultural linguistic certificate from Stanford University. Currently I teach teachers technology when I am not helping students with their spanish or english homework.
I have a MA degree in Spanish and Learning Styles so I just love teaching. My style is relaxed, as I teach a foreign language. I think feeling comfortable is most important when trying to understand a new lang. I also bring various techniques that include technology, short grammar videos, games, short cult'l videos, songs the STUDENT likes, texts from topics that STUDENTS like, and I customize each training session to get my student up to speed and able to u ... read more

Raymond D.

• San jose, CA 95129 ( 35.1 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $59.00 /hr

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My approach to teaching math and science is to thoroughly prepare a student by first emphasizing the fundamentals. Too many students get "lost" if advanced concepts are taught too soon. Then, once a student is ready, the studies should emphasize the students strengths and interests to the utmost possible.
As an engineer and mathematician I have experience in all areas of Aerospace engineering,including management and mentoring of engineers over much of my 44 year career at Lockheed Martin. I have also tutored math, phyics, and other related subjects.

Padraig M.

• Santa Clara, CA 95050 ( 35.6 mi )
• Testing Skills Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: GMAT, ACT

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As a graduate student at UC Berkeley, I was a TA for twelve semesters in a range of physics classes. In 2002 I won the UC Berkeley Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor award. After graduating I was a lecturer for 2 years at 50% time. This was at California College of the Arts in San Francisco. There I developed and taught new coursed in math, physics and programming that were fine tuned for the needs of the architecture students. I can make complete sets of student evaluations available to you on request --- they are very favorable. I spent many office hours working one-on-one with the weaker students, and so I have considerable tutoring experience.
As a classroom instructor, I am conscious that one needs to constantly engage with and interact with the class. I always taught in a tutorial style, where after I've introduced the material the students must solve a puzzle or problem ... read more