Jim D.

• Ukiah, CA 95482 ( 12.8 mi )
• Continuing Education Tutor

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

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A Little Bit About Me...

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

Ryan V.

• Willits, CA 95490 ( 21.8 mi )
• Continuing Education Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $48.00 to $58.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Study Skills, Homework Help

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More About This Tutor...

I graduated cum laude from the University of California, Irvine with a BA in history and minors in biology and psychology. Earning a history degree required me to write several essays, including a thirty-page research paper, and this experience made me a better writer (and eventually, a better teacher). After graduating, I worked at a tutoring center for over a year, teaching English and history to K-12 students and math to K-6 students. I also prepared students for AP history tests and the reading and writing components of the SAT. My professional responsibilities included devising lesson plans, assigning homework, grading essays, writing progress reports, and running a debate club for fourth, fifth, and sixth graders.
I enjoy tutoring because I find it rewarding to build relationships with students and observe their progress. I recognize that it is crucial to build rapport with s ... read more