Award-Winning SAT Math Tutors for Students in La Mesa, CA

...a way that involves asking the student questions and leading them to discover the answer/procedure for themselves, so that they understand why they are using certain methods and can apply them to novel situations rather than depending on rote memorization. Outside of academia, I enjoy playing music (guitar and drums), and although I listen to all kinds of music, I primarily enjoy playing blues, jazz, and rock. I also like to read (I was definitely...

Hello! I am a fourth year Physiology and Neuroscience major at UC San Diego. I enjoy teaching students and would like to help students improve with subjects in school and standardized tests. I have a strong background in Biology, Chemistry, Math, and standardized tests like SAT. I find that active learning is important to facilitate improvement and implement this by incorporating many questions/ practice problems in my lessons.

...passion for science to budding students. I love helping students understand how to approach difficult math and science problems without being intimidated, and I hope to relate the importance of a solid education to students. I am very patient, attentive to students' needs, and can tailor lessons to address specific needs that you might have. I enjoy tutoring Biology, Chemistry, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and can help with SAT test prep. When I'm not in the...

...for this Fall. Until then, I will be working as a tutor in the San Diego area. In high school I was a debate captain for a national-level debate team. My job was to coach the younger members. I would help them prepare for upcoming topics while working with them to develop their speaking, writing and research skills. I'm currently teaching two after-school classes, one in Pre-Calculus and the other in Biology. I am very...

...time volunteering with students, I realized that my passion was for helping students succeed. Not necessarily just earning the grades, but developing confidence and motivation to help them through their remaining academic career. After a career transition from engineering to teaching, I have felt more fulfilled than ever before. Using my real world experiences to help students make the "why do I need to learn this" connection is one of my strengths. Seeing the look...

...coupled with my experienced mathematics background, have enabled me to assist many different people in the past. I have experience in teaching people of different ages and different needs, and I understand how to shift my approach to best reach the student. I served as an instructor at a Judo dojo that I grew up in beginning when I was 14, working with elementary school children. I additionally assisted in a 10th grade Algebra class...

Adaptable, comprehensive and patient tutor in quantitative subjects, interested in deep learning and use of tools like simulation and experimentation to help the learning process.

...Residence Life and Housing Department. In these roles, I worked directly with fellow college students every day, creating engaging programs and serving as a resource. I have also worked previously as a camp counselor, teaching Lego Robotics and Minecraft modifications to kids ages 6 to 12. I believe that it is important to bring enthusiasm, compassion, and creativity to any lesson. One of my goals with tutoring is to help students feel empowered in their...

As a recent college graduate from UCLA with an undergraduate degree in Chemistry, I am pleased to offer tutoring in AP Chemistry, Honors Chemistry, and General Chemistry. My experiences tutoring have honed an ability to understand the different learning habits of students and tailor each individual meeting to ensure all sessions are as effective and beneficial as possible. Together, we can work together to accomplish all of your academic goals. ... I believe that no two...

...I feel that every student needs a tutor to be successful because it's a subject that prompts many questions that are best answered at the personal level, rather than in the classroom. Outside of school, I play college tennis and compete at the men's open level all over southern California. I'm also a big fan of the beach and going on hikes with friends. Coaching tennis is also a big hobby of mine.

...Authorization required for certification in California before I begin teaching high school math full-time. Last year during graduate school, I was tutoring mainly SAT and ACT prep as well as several other middle and high school students in subjects from Pre-Algebra through Pre-Calculus, even Life Science, and helping one student organize and prepare a book report presentation. While I have honestly loved them all, I am most passionate about Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry, and I actually...

I'm Ellen and I have earned a B.S. in Biology. I have experience tutoring in many subjects and with various age groups ranging from elementary student to college graduates studying for the GRE. I am enthusiastic and take an individualized approach to each of my students.

...Kat! I am a recent graduate of UC San Diego with a degree in Bioengineering and a minor in Chemistry. I have several years of experience tutoring math and SAT/ACT preparation as well as swim lessons. When I am not studying or tutoring I love being active with swimming, surfing, or riding my beach cruiser on the boardwalk! I also competed in college on the women's rowing team and I am an avid sports fan!...

...strong background. I tutor Math, from the elementary level through Calculus. I also tutor for Chemistry and Physics. I am a strong Writer and can help with English as well as SAT preparation. My favorite subject to teach is Organic Chemistry because I find it intriguing. It's like a visual puzzle and reactions are the steps to solve it. I believe any person can learn any subject; it just has to be explained in the...

...to master to earn my degrees. I also enjoy discussing philosophy of all kinds and am happy to tutor students in that subject as well. When I tutor, I like to draw on the methods I have learned from studying philosophy of clarifying and communicating ideas in an understandable way by showing how each concept follows from a previous concept, because it is much easier to learn something new when the explanation is rooted in...

...In my tutoring, I strive to get to know each student's individual learning style and then to adapt my lesson plans to the student's needs. I am determined to help each student unlock their potential and find their love of learning through a positive learning environment that is challenging but also supportive. I have also had a lot of experience with the SAT's, AP exams, and the college process, and I look forward to sharing...

...learn the most in the fastest amount of time possible for them. Be it more practice, or more in-depth explanation of the material, I try several different methods of tutoring to see what clicks with each individual student, and then continue with what works. I believe that it is essential to communicate well with a student, and the only way to understand what they don't understand is by discussing with them what confuses them without...

...minor in Health Care and Social Issues. Although Biology and the sciences are my specialty, I also enjoy teaching math and general test prep. I'm an outgoing, approachable person and capable of making learning enjoyable and efficient! I believe that putting in time to study will get the best results, and sometimes all you need is a little encouragement. My professional goal is to get a Masters in Genetic Counseling. In my spare time, I...

...to believe it is essential as it helps to develop problem solving skills as well as fundamental principles of logic. These skills have helped me through various subjects like statistics and general chemistry. I like to tutor through concrete examples, and my ultimate goal is to help students solve challenging problems on their own. In my spare time, I like to knit and play tennis. I am currently trying to learn how to play the...

...country. I also love old cars and reading, especially historical fiction. I can tutor English, Spanish, Social Studies, Math (up through Algebra I), and standardized test preparation. I especially like tutoring Spanish, literature, and history. I really enjoy tutoring because I get to help people and I love learning! I believe that it is easiest to learn when we can make personal connections with what we are studying, so I seek out ways to connect...