Eswar M.

• Fremont, CA 94555 ( 12.8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male Age 39
• Member since: 08/2014
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40 to $50 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: Chess

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I earned 2nd category title so far with USCF.

I am a decent chess player with current USCF rating of 1803 and FIDE rating of 1987. I won many district and state level championships in India. I earned 3rd category title so far with USCF. I have a Master's degree in computer science, the field that requires pure logic same as chess. Since I was passionate in chess since childhood, I had an inclination to do research and so earned the masters in research. I have defeated 3 master level players (2200+ USCF) and am motivated to do more.
Interactive

Kelby K.

• Mountain View, CA 94040 ( 14.6 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2017
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $60.00 to $80.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group

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CHESS COACH AND PSYCHOLOGY TUTOR

Hi there! My name is Kelby Katz and I'm currently a graduate student pursuing a Ph.D. in clinical psychology at Palo Alto University/Stanford. I am a registered member of the United States Chess Federation and regularly attend tournaments during my spare time. I coached and tutored the University of Miami Chess Team during my undergraduate career and proudly led as their peer-elected president. I began playing chess when I was in middle school and fondly remember entering K-8 scholastic tournaments with my team. I greatly enjoy teaching kids, adolescents, and adults and have lots of experience working with a variety of different cultures and populations. I believe in adjusting my teaching style to that of my students with my main objective being their success. I led my college team "Rook-E Move" to victory during the US Amateur South Chess tournament of 2013. I have a great amoun ... read more

Danny M.

• Berkeley, CA 94703 ( 18.7 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male Age 31
• Member Since: 06/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $30.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

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More About This Tutor...

Emphasis and understanding of the fundmental material is crucial, and I would focus more on simplifying how certain topics should be understood rather than over-complicating the problem.
Law student based in Berkeley, studying in Ireland. Educated in Clongowes Wood College (Ireland), achieving top grades in English, Music and Geography. Received the RIAM silver medal at 15 for piano, and the gold medal at 18 years of age. Played drums for 12+ years. Certified TEFL English language teacher and runner-up in the 2011 Beckett-Joyce award for creative writing. Tutored for ages 15-18 in the English category and can teach piano and drums to all but advanced performers.

Sakura L.

• San Jose, CA 95148 ( 28.8 mi )
• Expert Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $10.00 to $30.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Homework Help

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Read More About Sakura L...

I am a teenager who loves helping and tutoring people. I loves to read and play music. I played flute for 2 years as well as other instruments such as piano and guitar and percussion. I also love cheerleading and doing Theatre. My favorite thing to do is web designing and using programs like Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Alice. I am a hearing impaired myself and I have been with many different kind of people with disabilities.

William h.

• Menlo Park, CA 94025 ( 8.1 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 07/2013
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $25.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher

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A Little Bit About Me...

Life time K-9 Teaching Credential. Have been playing chess for 45 years. I teach that each student has their own way of learning and playing chess. I've also taught Montessori school for 2 years which teaches independence and confidence from the early years of 5-6. I have a credential from UC Berkeley with a focus on Developmental Psychology. My focus is a student enjoy learning and sees the great value in preparing and thinking.
easy going

Christopher O.

• San Francisco, CA 94105 ( 14.6 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male Age 52
• Member Since: 05/2018
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $65.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Writing Skills, Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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Tutor for Several Elementary & College Courses

Depending on the course and student, I vary my teaching style from the Socratic Method (with a lot of questions and answers between the student and me), as well as utilizing real world examples to reinforce concepts. Finally, I strive to move from the basics of a concept, to intermediate types of problems, and build to advanced level. By doing so, I focus on the student's increasing confidence to tackle tough problems.
Extensive experience as both a college adjunct (at 6 different universities) as well as a tutor for various courses, with particular skill assisting students in overcoming exam-related stress and learning blocks. My experience includes teaching children (8 years old and above), as well as diverse college students, including student-athletes, and those with a learning disability/hearing disability. I hold three graduates degrees--it's fair to say that I am a life- ... read more

Michael S.

• Foster City, CA 94404 ( 2.4 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $51.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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A Little Bit About Me...

I take a look at what the existing instruction materials are attempting to convey and I add to that or expound on that. I use Google extensively to look for similar examples to the problems the student might be having. I believe that it is best to solve any given problem in at least two different ways if you really want to get some insight. It also helps in either verifying your answer or checking if you are in the ballpark.
I have an undergraduate degree in Aerospace Engineering. I have a Masters in Systems Engineering. I have tutored one person in statistics, algebra, analytical geometry and elementary functions for one year. She has maintained an “A” average during that time.

Webster L.

• East Palo Alto, CA 94303 ( 9.4 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $51.00 to $60.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help

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I earned my Bachelors of Science in Psychology with minors in Chemistry and Biological Science at San Jose State University. As an undergraduate, I was an honors student. I'm a Psi Chi, the international honor society in Psychology, inductee, regional research award recipient and former Vice-President for the San Jose State chapter. I have four years of private tutoring experience and two years working experience at San Jose State University's Learning Assistance Resource Center as a math and science tutor. I've tutored algebra, geometry, psychology, chemistry and biology courses. I specialize in statistics.
The one thing I love about tutoring is helping someone, who is struggling, succeed. I've worked with students from diverse backgrounds ranging from middle school students, college athletes and graduate students. I'm am patient and considerate. As far as my tutoring style, I lik ... read more

Tesfatsion H.

• Stanford, CA 94305 ( 10.8 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $47.00 to $59.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Study Skills, Homework Help, Continuing Education

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A Little Bit About Me...

Since high school I have been involved with tutoring. Although on a voluntary basis I tutored Algebra 2 and BIology in high school. At Stanford, I have been involved with various programs like Math Magic, East Palo Alto Children's Association, HAAS Center...in tutoring students from the area. I have instructed elementary, middle, and high school students thus far. In addition to academic subjects I have tutored guitar at at the beginning and intermediate level. I have studied Sociology and thus I have knowledge about qualitative and quantitative research. I have also received a B at the 1st level and an A at the 2nd level of Stanford's Program in Writing and Rhetoric.
I have learned to adjust my tutoring skills specifically for the student based on their learning style; allowing the student to get much more out of the experience. The fact that I've worked with various levels has al ... read more

Michael S.

• Alameda, CA 94501 ( 13.1 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Homework Help

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A Little Bit About Me...

As a recent college graduate, I know how to work hard. I earned a bachelor degree, BS in Marine Biology from UC Santa Cruz, where I took many science and math classes. I do not have any experience in tutoring, but I have been a mentor to kids in other jobs I have had.
In the job I had where I mentored kids, it was a program called Lil Kickers. This program was for kids 3-10 years old where they were taught how to listen to instructions and communicate with one another. This was mixed in with games that helped their motor skills and ultimately helped them with their soccer skills. I have learned it is very important to be enthusiastic and passionate with the kids.

Ruby V.

• Alameda, CA 94501 ( 13.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $65.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Typing Skills, Homework Help

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A Little Bit About Me...

I love working with children. I can easily build a rapport with kids, making them more comfortable because I believe that learning should also be fun and enjoyable. I believe that all children have the capacity to excel in anything they wish to pursue in the future, they just need the right amount of encouragement. I'd like to guide and help them learn new things and discover what they can do.
I am an example that having the right guidance at an early age can really make a difference. I was accelerated from level 4 to 5 based on academic proficiency, and was granted a scholarship to the most prestigious math and science high school in the Philippines, which gave me a very good foundation in math and sciences, and that knowledge made my transition into university very easy. I was then admitted to the top performing university (UP) in the Philippines, and graduated with a Bachelor's ... read more

Ajay H.

• Alameda, CA 94501 ( 13.7 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 12/2009
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $53.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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Read More About Ajay H...

I had full scholarship for both my BS in Computer Science and MS in Data Communications in two of the best colleges in the world. I thus have very deep understanding of Maths Physics and Chemistry. I have taught and tutored at middle & high school, ITT-Tech, The Art Institute of California -San Francisco and Menlo College. I have been an Instructor in the enterprise hi-tech industry on and off for the past 16 years. I am also a Certified Personal Trainer. I have taught yoga, dance, soccer and athletics.
I love teaching whether they are kids, high school kids or adults. I believe I was blessed to have had my college education for free and my way of giving back is teaching. I believe anyone can learn anything if one has the right teacher and environment. So my style is custom made to the person I am working with at a particular time.

Den T.

• Oakland, CA 94606 ( 15.2 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $61.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Homework Help

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During the ups and downs of my undergraduate career, I became self-aware of the challenges that a student faces, especially within subjects that are not his/her strong suits. I believe the best approach is one where self-motivation from within is encouraged, as any subject is difficult without the right motivation. To identify the right motivation, as a tutor back in 2001, I took time to discuss with the students their interests and goals. By understanding them on this personal level, I felt it was easier to connect with them and make them realize that their success was of great importance to me.
As a graduate from a top-10 university and from graduate school, I know what it takes to get into a top program and succeed at a high level. In the past 5 year, I have been working as a consultant in the environmental industry, but want to take some time off now to explore other intere ... read more

Nathan H.

• Fremont, CA 94536 ( 15.3 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $52.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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I thoroughly enjoy preparing my course material and do so in such a way as to make understanding my major concern. Much time is devoted to basic principles and imparting this to the best of my ability. I particularly enjoy teaching those students who have difficulty with the subject as I like the challenge inherent in creating understanding. I am always grateful at having been a part of the educational process.
At university I spent a year tutoring economics and a year tutoring accounting. This was done in my senior year once I had acquired a thorough understanding of the course requirements. During this time much effort was devoted to assisting those students who had particular problems related to the lectures previously presented.

Travis B.

• Fremont, CA 94538 ( 15.4 mi )
• Chess Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2008
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $49.00 to $65.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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Read More About Travis B...

I've aided ESL students, native Japanese students, K-12 students, as well as college students. Even when I tutor groups, I mold my questions and instructions to each student to try and tailor instruction to his or her personal learning style. I offer a broad background of teaching experience and a strong understanding of science and mathematics. I try to maintain a fun environment, encouraging student participation while ensuring that the main concepts our understood. As a tutor I try to complement the instructions of the teacher by offering a broader understanding of the topic or new methods to approach the same answers. Tutoring and helping others has always been a big part of who I am, and recently I have not been able to fulfil that part of my life.
I'm a graduate with a BS in Mechanical Engineering, but I spent a significant portion of time earning the equivalent of a min ... read more