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Steven : Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...individuals who were struggling in the classroom. In high school, I was a National Merit Scholar and National AP Scholar, and I am very familiar with test preparation strategies for the Reading and English portions of these exams. My personal teaching philosophy is that every student deserves a study strategy that adapts to their own...
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Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish, International Studies
University of California-Irvine - PHD, Sociology
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 36
ACT Science: 32

Clara: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...about an exam - that it can actually be really fun if the questions are viewed as the simple patterns they really are. In my free time, I love watching movies, reading, swimming, and exploring the city. I also play in a weekly ice hockey league and lately have been busy with a new puppy!
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University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Emily: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...learning and teaching about the human brain, behavior and body. I'm excited to work with others who are looking to do the same! Another passion of mine is the Spanish language. I studied abroad in South America while in undergrad and have the opportunity to continually practice my skills with my Mexican boyfriend and his...
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Stanford University - Bachelors, Psychology with Neuroscience Track
MCAT: 42

Ema: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...love literature and writing, I am most passionate about tutoring math. 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...
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Harvard University - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Naama: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...of it during my quarter-century on this planetRussia, all over Europe, the Middle East, Venezuela, Mexico, India, and pretty much every state in this country. You only live once, and I really do learn something new every day. Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music and art, I've found that teaching is the...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730

Maria: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...about the biological sciences and art. I love to draw and 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...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Saagar: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...a Master's degree. I have quite a bit of experience in 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...
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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

Caroline: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...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...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 800

Anna: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...I've worked in a number of fields and countries, although the common theme is teaching English and researching in the Middle East. As an English Teaching Assistant at Weill Medical School in Qatar, I became competent at editing and guiding students in writing. I'm now a first year fellow studying Policy Analysis at the Pardee...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Near Eastern Studies
Pardee RAND Graduate School - PHD, Policy Analysis
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 790

Katheryn: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...full time college student at University of Southern Californiaa. I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry in hopes of pursuing the medical field later on. The subject that I specialize in is math. During my free time, I enjoy listening to music, exercising, hiking, and spending time with my family and friends.... "Don't let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game."
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Biology

Alain: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...I began tutoring because I love to teach. My philosophy is that if you can't explain a complex idea to someone who is unfamiliar with it then you do not fully understand it. I plan to attend a graduate program in Mathematical Game Theory by the fall of next year. After the program I want...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Business Economics

Linus: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...started tutoring 8 years ago. Transmitting my knowledge has always fascinated me. I have worked with a variety of student ranging from 5 to 35 years old. I am very patient and always using efficient techniques in order to explain concepts to my tutees. I worked with both LAUSD and LA's Best After-School Enrichment program...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Sam: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...School of Law, as well as a B.A. in English from Tulane University in New Orleans. I have been a California licensed attorney since December of 2011, and currently practice full-time as a Law Clerk for four Los Angeles Superior Court Judges. Since I finished my undergraduate degree, I have tutored many high school and...
Education & Certification
Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Virginia School of Law - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Verbal: 780
SAT Writing: 740
LSAT: 171

Martin: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...Actuarial Science, and a minor in Music. I have been tutoring for a few years now. I've tutored students of all ages and levels. I like to keep things simple; my approach is to break down difficult problems into smaller, easier, more manageable problems. I teach my students to do the same. I enjoy helping...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics

Jason: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...Michigan University, I have a thorough background in Natural Sciences & Mathematics. My expertise in Mathematics and Science also comes from over three years of experience tutoring students ages eight and above in simple to complex Math, Chemistry, Essay Writing, Study Skills, and more. I find great reward and drive in assisting students work through...
Education & Certification
Central Michigan University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Brandon: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...From a young age he has been inspired by mentors, teachers, Caltech, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and the nearby Griffith Observatory to continuously study the stars. Eventually he wishes to pursue a PhD in Astrophysics, hoping to advance the knowledge for all humanity. During his undergraduate career he spent most of his afternoons tutoring and assisting...
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Pepperdine University - Bachelors, Physics

Chris: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...6th grade to 12 grade to present. I have always excelled in academics, math, writing, and english and have scored well on all standardized tests and state tests. I have scored 800/800 in SAT 1 math, SAT 2 math. I have scored 760/800 in SAT writing. I received scores of 5/5 in AP Calculus AB...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 760

Angela: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...focus in Spanish, as well as a minor in Anthropology. I am a very passionate and experienced tutor. During my time at Purdue, I worked with one of my professors on a program called "Ayuda y Aprende". We went to the local middle school and high school once a week and tutored the English Language...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Education-Spanish

Layan: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...but my strengths are test prep, studying and time management skills, and reading, writing, and critical thinking skills at any level. I love helping students find the way that works best for them to approach problem solving and learning. I am very interested in education and have experience working with both children and young adults...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology/Sustainable Development
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740

Nina: Placentia tutor
Certified Tutor in Placentia, CA
...Theatre Studies, with a focus on acting and directing. Since beginning high school, I have spent much of my extracurricular and summer time tutoring, mentoring, and counseling students elementary though high school age. While a tutor a fair amount of subjects, I sincerely enjoy exploring English, Literature, and French. I love the English and Literatue...
Education & Certification
Southern Methodist University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theatre
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
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