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Jesus

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jesus

Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Jesus's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Biology
AP Calculus AB

I have worked as a project engineer in the nuclear research field after obtaining my degree in Chemical Engineering. I have had to use my skills and knowledge of chemistry, mathematics, materials and physics in order to be able to succeed in my field.My hobbies include hiking, traveling and learning...

Education

San Jose State University

Bachelors, Chemical Engineering

Gary

Certified Tutor

Gary

Master of Science, Mass Communications
Gary's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
English

I am a graduate of San Jose State University's graduate school of Mass Communications, and I have been a professional published magazine writer and editor for over 30 years, and a high school and college level tutor for six years. I own and operate a communications consulting company, and have been ...

Education

San Jose State University

Master of Science, Mass Communications

California State University-Sacramento

Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Brian

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Brian

Bachelors, International Business
Brian's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Mandarin
Languages
Mandarin Chinese
Mandarin Chinese 1

I am a highly motivated tutor. I take pride in "seeing" my students accomplish the goals we set out to achieve. I have many years of tutoring experience and have assisted in their studies. My students have fun while learning a difficult new language. Because of my very own experience in learning Eng...

Education

San Jose State University

Bachelors, International Business

John

Certified Tutor

John

Masters, Military History
John's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Writing
Advanced Placement Prep
African History

I originate from the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area and have recently moved to New York with my fiancée. While I miss the steady, temperate climate of the Bay Area (seriously, it’s either kinda warm or kinda cool year ‘round), I am looking forward to the adventure of living on the East Coast and e...

Education

Norwich University

Masters, Military History

San Jose State University

Bachelors, History

Elizabeth

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Elizabeth

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Elizabeth's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Anatomy & Physiology
AP Biology
Biology

I am a graduate of San Jose State University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology with an emphasis in Molecular Biology. I also have a minor in chemistry. In college, I worked as a tutor for the university for 2 years. I tutored in math, biology, chemistry and study skills. I also worked in...

Education

San Jose State University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Ross University School of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

Tanya

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Tanya

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Tanya's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science

I believe learning is a life long journey. Every day is a chance to discover something new. I was fortunate enough to grow up with many teachers in my family, and I developed a passion for expanding my knowledge in early childhood. It is wonderful to be able to share this path of education as a tuto...

Education

San Jose State University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Shaun

Certified Tutor

Shaun

Master's/Graduate, Child State Certified Teacher
Shaun's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science

I have 11+ years of teaching experience and have taught Kindergarten (1 year), 1st Grade (2 years), 4th Grade (1 year), and 5th Grade (7 years). I have a Texas Teaching Credential, as well as a California Teaching Credential, and a Masters in Child and Adolescent Development. I am also ESL/ELL certi...

Education

San Jose State University

Master's/Graduate, Child State Certified Teacher

Ryan

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ryan

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Calculus

I am a recent Computer Science, B.S. graduate of San Jose State University. I have most of my experience tutoring Pre-Calculus and am able teach other areas of math such as Middle School Math, Algebra I, II, III/IV, and Calculus I and II as well as Computer Science. My favorite subject to tutor is P...

Education

San Jose State University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Lisa

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Lisa

Masters in Education, Education
Lisa's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math

I hold teaching licenses in both New Mexico and California. I have 20 years of teaching experience in both the classroom and tutoring environments. My teaching and tutoring assignments have been varied, ranging from working in a combination 4-6 classroom, high school classrooms involving multiple su...

Education

San Jose State University

Masters in Education, Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelors, Cultural Anthropology

Carter

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Carter

Bachelor of Science, Computer Software Engineering
Carter's other Tutor Subjects
AP Computer Science A
Basic Computer Literacy
Java
Other

Throughout my life I've always loved to learn. Whether it be a new technology that just came out or something to further expand my knowledge of the world-- I've dived head-first into it. I am passionate about Computer Science and the related fields, and love to spread my knowledge to others. I am cu...

Education

San Jose State University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Software Engineering

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SJSU alumni tutors are particularly strong in engineering, computer science, mathematics, business, chemistry, and physics—reflecting the university's renowned engineering and technology programs. However, Varsity Tutors connects students with SJSU-educated tutors across all subjects, from liberal arts to specialized technical fields.

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