Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Oceanside, CA

...tutors for their academic guidance and support, so I can really empathize with students searching for the perfect tutor. My experiences being tutored have allowed me to pinpoint characteristics and skills that make a great tutor, such as patience, breaking down complex concepts, and an ability to cater towards different learning styles. I have been tutoring for seven years, and have loved getting to know each of my students as they improve academically. I have...

...learning and teaching. I have taught English at an elementary school in China and have provided writing and SAT tutoring over Skype for a non-profit. I have also volunteered extensively at a local non-profit that promotes literacy at schools in at-risk areas and have also read aloud to young students. Because of these experiences, I am a strong believer in the importance of education in changing lives and reshaping communities. I have loved to read...

...Science in Mathematics, with a focus on probability and statistics, at the University of California, San Diego. I've tutored mathematics when I was in high school for a year, have informally tutored friends and family, and am currently tutoring a student taking Algebra 2 in community college. I tutor math up to Calculus 2, SAT II Math, and SAT test prep. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I love problem solving and the...

...university student I tutored adults and children in English and French, and I have also worked as a full time ESL teacher in Korea for several years. My teaching style is very interactive; I’ve found that students learn best when they can engage with the material through active dialogue, and when they feel that what they’re learning has real world relevance. My interests include reading and outdoor sports, especially skiing and hiking which help me...

...worked as a Resident Assistant and Community Assistant with the SCAD 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...

...leading workshops and facilitating peer critique. I was also one of two undergraduate students invited to enroll in UCSD's first MFA poetry workshop. In my spare time I love to read, write, ride bicycles, hike, surf, garden, cook, and travel. This summer I went on a road trip across America that only left me wanting to see more! I also enjoy bookmaking and linocut printing, though my graphic design skills leave something to be desired.

...in Argentina and Chile as a part of a student-exchange program. My four months in South America truly helped elevate the fluency of my Spanish to what it is today. As an English major, I have written my fair share of essays, and I have a keen eye for proof-reading which was the result of writing in one of the top English departments in the country. Additionally, I have experience tutoring ESL students in the...

...and chemistry. The area I have the most experience with is test-prep tutoring. Let me be completely frank: reading and math are fun; standardized tests in reading and math are not. My philosophy is to make the process as easy and painless for my students as possible, by sharing tips and tricks that have worked for me and my other students - so you can get back to what you do enjoy. When I'm not...

...I understand that for most students, school is sometimes boring; luckily, I've been trained in how to keep them interested through both connecting to my students and involving them in their learning process. I do this by structuring my lessons around discussions that do not rely only on me just giving them information (unless it is necessary), but instead help them practice the critical thinking that leads them to coming up with solutions themselves. This...

...and am working towards a degree in Mathematical and Computational Science. I am also a Lead Math Tutor at Stanford's Center for Teaching and Learning, where I tutor Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Single and Multi-variable Calculus. When I was in high school, I also tutored Elementary, Middle, and High School students at a local library in various subjects with an emphasis on Math and English. Not surprisingly, my favorite subject to tutor is math. To many people,...

...formulas and do well on tests. Although they may get good grades, this will be useless later in life. In my teaching experience, when students actually learn the concepts and logic, not only does their math vastly improve, but they also learn to enjoy math, which is the ultimate goal. My qualifications include excelling at all high school math competitions including finishing second at the 1989 Colorado Math Olympiad. I also graduated from MIT at...

...for studying with others are crucial for success, especially in preparing for college. With that said, I think what one does outside of class cannot be overstated; exercising, volunteering, and engaging in enriching hobbies tempers what one accomplishes at school. I like to do all three of these things, whether through going to the gym, hiking, fly fishing, playing sports or just working outside. I also volunteer in classes to assist younger students who need...

...Northern Kentucky University, and am currently working on my Master's in Reading education from San Diego State University. Upon graduation, I had the opportunity to teach English at a local high school in Northern Kentucky for two years. After those two years, I knew I needed a change and decided to apply for my graduate degree at San Diego State University. Since my time in San Diego, I have had the opportunity to travel around...

...rotations) succeed in academics. I have improved a lot in my teaching methods and make each session high energy and interactive. Most recently I did a pediatrics internship at UCSF-Fresno, but with my background in the biotechnology industry, I'd like to go back into research. I enjoy math almost as much as Biology/Medicine and am willing to teach most math topics through Calculus in addition to the SAT, Biology, Physiology, and the MCAT.

...Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies. I stopped practicing when my son was born 6 years ago and I did some online teaching as an adjunct instructor for Ashford University. Before that I was an SAT tutor (in college), I tutored students in elementary and high school subjects (reading, writing, test-taking skills, exam skills, spelling, grammar, homework), and throughout my career have mentored students and adults. I have always valued education, learning, and mentoring. I believe my...

...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 comfortable tutoring in Math (up to Pre-Calc), Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry), Government, Economics, and Essay Composition. I also work with test prep students (ISEE, SAT, ACT, and LSAT). In my free time, I like playing basketbal, listening to music, and trying to cook. I look...

...mastering new concepts and skills, my sense of contentment is higher, I feel accomplished, and I have a healthier sense of self-worth. What I want more than anything is to impart that sense of fulfillment to others. Whether I am teaching in a classroom, tutoring difficult concepts, showing my daughter how to tie her shoes, or just interacting with those in my daily life, I live for those "ah-ha!" moments when a hurtle is overcome...

...GPA is currently 3.7. I'm currently completing my last course as a long-distance independent study. I also scored a 2040 on my SAT's. Last year, I worked as a tutor in a classroom of high-school students at West Philadelphia. The focus of our sessions was on creating dramatic monologues to be performed at an Arts Festival. I have also worked as a teacher's assistant at Northern Virginia Community College. In this capacity, I worked with...

...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 coach women's Ultimate Frisbee at UCSD and volunteer at the Palomar hospitals.

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.