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Alison

Certified Tutor

Alison

Master of Arts, English
Alison's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
English

I moved to Virginia about a year and a half ago after being a Californian for most of my adult life. I received a Bachelor's Degree and teaching credential in English from San Diego State University and went on to teach 7th and 8th grade language arts in a diverse public school. I then moved north t...

Education

Sonoma State University

Master of Arts, English

San Diego State University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Greg

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Greg

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Spanish
Greg's other Tutor Subjects
AP U.S. Government & Politics
Conversational Spanish
Government
Languages

I graduated from San Diego State University. Go Aztecs! I received my Bachelor of Arts degrees in Spanish and Political Science. Realizing that a well rounded education would require me to leave the four walls of the university, I gained "real world" experience for both of my degrees. To complete my...

Education

San Diego State University

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Spanish

Searra

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Searra

Bachelors, Psychology
Searra's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
Art
College English
College Level American Literature

I'm a lifelong student with a B.A. from San Diego State University where I studied Psychology and electro-acoustic music. I'm hoping to return to school next fall to pursue a Master's in counseling psychology with an emphasis in creative arts therapy. I've been teaching ballet since I was 18, and ha...

Education

San Diego State University

Bachelors, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1360
Cynthia

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Cynthia

Master of Science, Counselor Education
Cynthia's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
American Literature

Cynthia is an energetic and passionate educator, who has had a love for teaching since she was young. She attended Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts, where she earned a B.A. in History and a B.A. in English and American Literature. There she also completed a History Teacher education pro...

Education

San Diego State University

Master of Science, Counselor Education

Brandeis University

Bachelor in Arts, History

Jacquelyn

Certified Tutor

Jacquelyn

Masters, Occupational Therapy
Jacquelyn's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
CAHSEE English
College English

I am a graduate of San Diego State University and am a current attendee of graduate school in occupational therapy in Boston, Massachusetts. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. While studying for my bachelors degree, I tutored young adults working to receive their high school diploma in Sa...

Education

MGH Institute of Health Professions

Masters, Occupational Therapy

San Diego State University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Jessica

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Jessica

Master of Fine Arts, Musical Theater
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
AP Music Theory
Art
Audition Prep

I love to work with students of all ages! I think that each person learns differently and needs to approach material in different ways. I also believe in organization when it comes to studying and homework. Only with a plan can you hope to be successful! I bring a lot of fun to the table and hope my...

Education

San Diego State University

Master of Fine Arts, Musical Theater

Western Carolina University

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Musical Theater

Joshua

Certified Tutor

Joshua

Doctor of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine
Joshua's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
College Biology

I am currently a medical student at the Loyola Stritch School of Medicine with a bachelor's degree in Biology. I truly enjoy all aspects of science from the theory behind the present world to the applied sciences, such as Medicine. As such, I hope to spread the excitement of science to any student I...

Education

Loyola School of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine

San Diego State University

Bachelor of Science, Biology (psychology minor)

Ronnie

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ronnie

Bachelor in Arts, International Business
Ronnie's other Tutor Subjects
AP Italian Language and Culture
Business
Business Writing
Conversational Italian

My name is Ronnie Cravens I graduated from San Diego State University with a BA in International Business with an Emphasis in Italian and Western Europe. During my time at SDSU I was able to study abroad for a semester at the University of Bocconi in Milan, Italy. I have also taken the initiative of...

Education

San Diego State University

Bachelor in Arts, International Business

Mya

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mya

Master of Science, Chemistry
Mya's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Calculus
Chemistry
Elementary School Math

I began my academic journey at community college where I identified how important small class sizes and individualized attention in math and science was to my success in college. I then transferred to a large university in Southern California where I was challenged by large class sizes and no academ...

Education

Texas Southern University

Master of Science, Chemistry

San Diego State University

Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Brittany

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Brittany

Masters, Interdisciplinary Studies
Brittany's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade Math
Adult Literacy

My main goal in life is to make a difference in the lives of others and I believe that I can achieve this through tutoring. I enjoy working with students at all levels because I enjoy the challenge and love to help others grow no matter where their starting point may be. I have a strong background i...

Education

Cal State University, Northridge

Masters, Interdisciplinary Studies

San Diego State University

Bachelors, Theatre Arts

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Whether your goal is to improve your GPA, master challenging material, or prepare for graduate school, an SDSU alumni tutor understands the academic standards of your university and can create a personalized learning plan to help you succeed. Because they've navigated SDSU's academic environment themselves, they can identify gaps in understanding quickly and provide targeted instruction in areas where you're struggling. Their experience and accountability help keep you focused and motivated toward your specific objectives.

Varsity Tutors makes it simple: you tell us your learning goals and subject needs, and we match you with a qualified tutor who has San Diego State University experience. Once matched, you'll work together in personalized 1-on-1 sessions scheduled at times that work for you. Your tutor will assess your current understanding, identify areas for improvement, and tailor instruction to your learning style—drawing on their own success at SDSU and proven teaching methods.

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