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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

Conor

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Conor

Masters, Musicology
Conor's other Tutor Subjects
College Application Essays
Composition
English
Essay Editing

It is my goal to see my students succeed in every academic endeavor they undertake. I have been a student for a long time, and have encountered many different styles of teaching and tutoring along the way. Many different approaches are available to me, and I find that many different approaches are o...

Education

San Diego State University

Masters, Musicology

Humboldt State University

Bachelors, Music

Denise

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Denise

Master of Science, Early Childhood Education
Denise's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Spanish
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

As a New York State certified teacher, and Master of Education, I am dedicated to making learning accessible for all learners to achieve their highest potential! I am fluent in both Spanish and English, and specialize in teaching Reading and Writing to students and adults.

Education

CUNY Hunter College

Master of Science, Early Childhood Education

San Diego State University

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Jessie

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Jessie

Master in Public Health, Public Health
Jessie's other Tutor Subjects
American Council on Exercise (ACE)
Anatomy & Physiology
Kinesiology
Medicine

Preparing for an ACE certification exam is more than just an exam. It is preparing for a career. As a tutor, my goal is not just to have you pass, but to help you start thinking like a pro!

Education

San Diego State University

Master in Public Health, Public Health

San Diego State University

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiotherapy

Sarah

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sarah

Masters, Special Education
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Arithmetic
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
Math

I am a graduate of University of Nevada Las Vegas. I received my Masters of Education in Special Education. Since graduation, I have taught for the Clark County School district as a Cross Categorial Special Education Teacher, and as a Short and Long Term Substitute as of 2004. I also tutored during ...

Education

University of Las Vegas

Masters, Special Education

San Diego State University

Bachelor in Arts, iscor

Cara

Certified Tutor

Cara

Master of Arts, English
Cara's other Tutor Subjects
British Literature
College English
College Level American Literature
Comparative Literature

As a graduate of San Diego State University with a BA in English and a graduate of CSU Long Beach with an MA in English Literature, I enjoy the idea of embracing a subject where no answers are correct or incorrect, just proven or disproven with evidence. I enjoy teaching students, and I enjoy what I...

Education

University of Louisville

Master of Arts, English

San Diego State University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Kelsey

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kelsey

Masters, Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Kelsey's other Tutor Subjects
College English
English
Essay Editing
High School English

I am a Masters student with a 3.9 GPA studying Industrial/Organizational Psychology. I have taken many years of statistics, both at the undergraduate and the graduate level, and have years of tutoring experience. As a high schooler, I independently tutored a young girl in both reading and math for s...

Education

San Diego State University

Masters, Industrial/Organizational Psychology

University of California-San Diego

Bachelors, Psychology

Leticia

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Leticia

AM
Leticia's other Tutor Subjects
Spanish
Spanish 2
Languages
Spanish 3

Hola, My name is Leticia Ulloa. I will make learning Spanish fun and exciting for you! I have taught Spanish for 19 years onsite and online. I have a Master's degree in Latin American Literature. I am a Native Spanish speaker, born in Mexico. I have had the privilege to work at University of Califo...

Education

San Diego State University

AM

California State University-Bakersfield

AM

Angela

Certified Tutor

Angela

Master of Arts, Psychology
Angela's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic

I earned my bachelor's degree in psychology from Northern Arizona University and my master's degree in psychology with an emphasis in neuroscience from San Diego State University. I have been a teaching assistant for undergraduates and have clinical experience working with children and teenagers, bo...

Education

San Diego State University

Master of Arts, Psychology

Northern Arizona University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Valerie

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Valerie

MFA
Valerie's other Tutor Subjects
Bassoon

I began my love for music at a young age, when my mother enrolled me in violin lessons. The search for a voice that fit my inner music was long, but worthy. I dabbled in other string and woodwind instruments throughout my adolescence, but settled on the bassoon upon beginning high school. I taught m...

Education

Boston University

MFA

San Diego State University

MFA

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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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