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Sean: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...itself, as well as preparation right before the tests themselves. I believe that every student requires a different teaching strategy, and I believe in treating every student as an individual rather than a collective. In terms of me personally, I really enjoy classical and electric violin, tennis, DJ'ing, as well as electronic music production. I am also an avid gamer, and I really enjoy the game League of Legends. I look forward to getting to...
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Brown University - Current Undergrad, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Travis: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...checking the boxes and getting the right answer is not success. What I value far more is not just telling students the answers to their problems, but providing them with the resources and strategies to arrive at the correct answer themselves. Not only does this empower students, but it also gives them a framework to understand and tackle more complex problems outside of tutoring. Additionally, I see no value in simply telling a student that...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Rebecca: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...Literature, emphasizing critical theory. My tutoring spans a diverse range of experiences: I tutored math at an inner-city school in Los Angeles, English to students in Hyderabad, India, and reading to rehabilitated refugee children in Arizona. After graduating, I instructed reading programs for the Institute of Reading Development, where I saw that, as my students' reading skills improved, their overall confidence skyrocketed. They became better students because they stopped feeling incapable and inept. This experience...
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Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163
Caroline: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...Bachelors degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology. During my four years of college, I guided K-12 students of the Oakland area in Language Arts and Mathematics and served as a mentor for many high school students. I have also been an undergraduate student instructor for the General Biology lab course offered at U.C. Berkeley, a prerequisite for students wishing to pursue Biology as a major. Since I have a wide range of teaching experiences in...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 800
Cameron: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...Biological Sciences. Now I am in my second year of medical school, once again at USC, with the hopes of either being a cardiologist or dermatologist -- still have plenty of time to decide! During college I tutored two kids in 6th through 8th grade math. I really enjoyed helping them with their homework assignments, preparing them for exams, and watching them improve in their courses. During this time, I learned how to be a...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Biological Sciences
University of Southern California - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
Clara: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...Southern California. I will graduate from USC with honors in May, and although I am originally from the Midwest, I plan to stay in the Los Angeles area. My course background includes a full load of college-level premed courses (three years of biology, a full year of organic chemistry, biochemistry, etc.), and my favorite subjects are math, physiology, and writing. I love teaching! I am a registered college science tutor at USC, and I also...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Ema: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...I have five years of experience as a math tutor, during which time I helped students ages 3-17 with math ranging from basic arithmetic to pre-calculus. My favorite math topic is algebra, particularly because of its usefulness in solving real-world word problems. In addition to mathematics, I find joy in teaching/elucidating Shakespeare to high-school students. As a classically trained actor, I find it fun to tackle Shakespeare’s dense texts from a performance and character-driven perspective....
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Harvard University - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Maria: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...always try to find fun ways to integrate visual learning into my tutoring sessions. I also have experience with the ACT and GRE standardized tests and would love to assist any student who is trying to prepare for success on either. Standardized tests are a drag but studying for them doesn't have to be! I love ice cream and comics and am excited to start working and learning with students in the LA area.
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Alan: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...Santa Barbara. I plan to graduate with this degree in June of 2016. I have worked for a few years previously as a private tutor back in my home town. I tutor mostly high school subjects. I am able to tutor in high school chemistry, biology, and US history. I am also able to tutor Biology and US History at the AP level, and the SAT II Biology E/M exam. I am also able to...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Biology
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 36
Scott: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...geometry and trigonometry, the most important part of learning is getting things in terms the student can understand and grasp completely. I pride myself on my ability to adapt to the pupil's style of learning because everyone processes information in different ways; I identify a students' strengths and put the material in a form that plays to them so as to maximize retention for the long haul. Mathematics builds on what is learned year after...
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Orange Coast College - Associates, Math
Patrick: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...Arts in Theatre Studies and a minor in Writing, Literature, and Publishing. While in college in Boston, I was struck by a quote on the side of the Boston Public Library: "The Commonwealth requires the education of the people as the safeguard of order and liberty." This statement gives me great inspiration as I work with my students. As a tutor, I have worked with students from ages 5 to 25. I tutor many academic...
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Emerson College - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre Studies
Jun Ho: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...from UC Berkeley, and graduated May 2015. I have attained my degree in integrative biology emphasizing on human biology and health sciences. I tutored multiple students ranging from elementary school kids to college students on various subjects mainly focused on math and sciences. My favorite subject is chemistry and biochemistry, because it is fascinating how myriads of reactions are constantly happening within our body. I am currently applying for pharmacy school, so chemistry is vital...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
Saagar: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...teaching, as I have been a university tutor, a graduate teaching assistant, and a high school teacher. I believe tutoring is about passion and communication. If the student doesn't care about the subject, it will be very difficult for them to learn it. I strongly believe I will be able to not just teach my students anything they'd wish to learn, but also help them enjoy it and foster a desire to learn more than...
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Wright State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Chemistry
Wright State University-Main Campus - Masters, Chemistry
ACT Reading: 31
ACT Science: 31
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
Fady: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...sciences. I am currently seeking admission into medical school. Meanwhile, I am doing what I enjoy doing the most, tutoring students and helping them through their academic struggles. I enjoy interacting with students and seeing them improve academically as it gives me a lot of self-satisfaction. I enjoy teaching chemistry, physics and mathematics the most. I have many teaching strategies that I tend to implement in my tutoring sessions, and they have proved effective during...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
SAT Math: 710
Ada: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...patience. My promise is to present subject material in logical steps promoting Common Core curriculum through motivation and a variety of teaching strategies. My personal interests include movies and television shows. I like to play online games such as Disney Tsum-Tsum or group games such as Pictionary, Uno, Clue, and Speed. I like to watch funny You Tube videos such as Sad Cat Diary. My nephew and nieces keep me updated on the latest Duck...
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University of Phoenix - Bachelor of Science, Business Management
University of Phoenix - Master of Science, Education
Yon: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...rekindled love for learning, confidence, genuine self-esteem, and friendship. I deliver these by focusing on conceptual understanding. Most difficulties with the current materials come from not having mastered the earlier concepts or skills. I locate these earlier misunderstandings by asking questions like, "Walk me through this problem and explain your thought process" or "How are you thinking about this problem?" It's normal to get confused responses to these questions, but whatever response is offered, I...
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelor of Science, Math & Physics
Southern Methodist University - Master of Science, Physics
GRE Quantitative: 167
Jacob: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...get enough practice, you can become a strong writer. How you learn is a very personal process. Everyone is unique, and everyone has a unique way of learning. One of the reasons I left my teaching position was frustration over the "one-size-fits-all" style that's forced on us in school. If you're seeking a tutor, you probably prefer not to learn through the single "listen and read" technique that is the basis of most of our...
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University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelors, Environmental Studies
Tina: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...part-time job after I finished college. Then I went on to teach middle and high school classes as a Teach for America teacher for a couple of months. After completing two Master degrees in business and bioscience, I worked as a product manager in the medical device industry for the past 10+ years. My kids are now four and six, and I decided to take some time to be a stay-at-home mom to be more...
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University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Biology, General
Claremont Graduate University - Masters, MBA, MBS
Jennifer: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
I am committed to providing my students with the best learning experience achievable. I strive to cater to their needs and challenge them to achieve their academic goals. ... I believe that every student can reach their personal potential. In order to do so, both student and educator must communicate with each other to use the student's strengths to overcome any challenges the student may face.... I always like to learn about the student's goals, interests,...
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy
University of Southern California - Masters, Teaching
Benjamin: Glendale tutor
Certified Tutor in Glendale, CA
...brother and sister through the difficult times in their studies, so I have plenty of experience helping students find the right way to learn the skills and information they need for school. As you may have guessed from my interest in libraries, I love reading. Mostly I read fiction, but also some non-fiction when I find a particular book that sparks my interest. I'm also exploring origami and meditation as a way to encourage relaxation...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, History
Drexel Online University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
LSAT: 165
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Glendale, California, is in Los Angeles County and has a population of nearly 200,200. It is the third largest city in this county. With a very rich history, Glendale is known as the home of the first Baskin-Robbins ice cream store and Grand Central Airport, which is associated with prominent figures in aviation history, such as Charles Lindbergh, Amelia Earhart, and Jack Northrup. Today, many well-known companies have offices in this city, including Nestlé© S.A., DreamWorks Animation, and Panda Security.
The Glendale Unified Schools District operates 31 public institutions that serve not only Glendale but also two unincorporated communities and parts of La Canada. Some top-rated institutions in the district are Crescenta Valley High, Herbert Hoover High, and Mark Keppel Elementary. There also are a variety of highly regarded private institutions, such as Scholars Armenian School & Art Center. Are you striving to attend a top-notch high school in the Glendale area? A Glendale tutor can offer you private instruction, through either online or in-home tutoring sessions, to help with your test prep and prep and try to get into your top school choice. With private tutoring in Glendale, you could receive the kind of test prep and instruction you might need, whether it's in-home or online
Glendale Community College has an excellent reputation as one of California's largest two-year institutions. Being approximately nine miles from Los Angeles, Glendale also is close to some of the top private and state universities found in L.A., including the University of California, California State University-Los Angeles, and Loyola Marymount University. While attending any of these institutions, you have to study hard to prepare yourself for exams. Glendale tutors offer online or in-person tutoring sessions to give you the test prep and instruction you might need to try to do well on your big exam.
Glendale offers a wide variety of popular attractions for you to experience. A very well-known site is Forest Lawn Memorial Park, a cemetery where many famous people and Hollywood personalities are interred. With nearly 50 parks, you also can enjoy many outdoor activities, from having a family picnic in Verdugo Park to mountain biking or hiking in Deukmejian Wilderness Park, which consists of over 700 acres. Other popular attractions are the Glendale Centre Theatre and Alex Theatre, a historic landmark that dates back to 1925. The Alex Theatre still offers a variety of performances, including musical theater, dance, and film screenings. You can also enjoy a day of shopping at the Americana at Brand or Glendale Galleria.
Glendale does not have any major professional sports teams. However, you may take in a soccer or softball game played by one of the adult leagues, which are associated with the Glendale Sports Complex.
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