Gelsey: Pasadena HSPT tutor
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…the U.S. Peace Corps. I recently completed two years of volunteer service in Rwanda where I taught 8th grade English and 10th grade English Communication Skills for two years. Before that, I tutored middle and high school students in Seattle Public School District. My favorite subjects to tutor are English writing and composition, ESL and social sciences. I also know what it takes to succeed on standardized tests like the SAT, SSAT and ACT. If...
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University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
Taylor: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…degrees in English Literature and French. I have experience tutoring students of all ages, from those who have just finished kindergarten all the way up to college students. I tutor in English (including reading for both younger and older students, essay prep including college essays, and editing), French of all levels, and test prep including SAT, PSAT, and AP tests in English and French. I believe that individualized teaching is most effective, and work to...
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University of Rochester- Bachelor in Arts, English Literature, French
Patrick: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…Mathematics and an MA in Education from Cal State Dominguez Hills. I am currently a teacher in the LAUSD at a high school in the Harbor area. I teach Algebra I and a creative writing/journalism course. While my original degree is in math, I feel comfortable tutoring history, sciences, and helping edit English papers. I tutored math throughout high school and college as a side job. As a teacher, I'm choosing to tutor because I...
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California Polytechnic State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Armando: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…Academic Decathlon for multiple subjects. I regularly hold tutoring for my students have much experience tutoring a variety of subjects at the middle school level. I am in education because it is a constantly changing field where one can always work on improving one's teaching. I enjoy the challenges of teaching and tutoring because it means that no two days are ever the same. In addition, I enjoy using research based methods in education. I...
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Georgetown University- Bachelors, Regional Studies
Loyola Marymount University- Master of Arts, Secondary Education
Lindsy : Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…of Science in Human Biology with a minor in Psychology. After graduating from UCSD in 2010, I earned my Master's of Public Health at The George Washington University in Washington, DC. I have experience working with students in a classroom as well as a private setting. I have tutored and assisted elementary and middle school students with class assignments, projects, and daily homework in all subjects. I also specialize in developing study and organization skills....
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University of California-San Diego- Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
Master's in Public Health - Master in Public Health, George Washington University
Aline: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…years. My undergraduate education at St John's Collegea unique school that has retained the traditions of classical educationprovided fertile ground for my work as a tutor. By engaging deeply with a range of texts, from Euclid's Elements to Pascal's Penses, I developed close reading skills and a love for all things literary. I then passed on those skills and that passion when I began teaching at Landmark School in Massachusetts. At Landmark, a school for...
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St Johns College- Bachelors, Liberal Arts
Graduate Theological Union- PHD, Religion
Layan: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…Development at Columbia University. I have experience tutoring most subjects, 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 in New York public schools as well as outdoor summer...
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Columbia University in the City of New York- Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology/Sustainable Development
Naama: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…travel and have been fortunate enough to do a lot 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 one in which I have the most to offer and...
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New York University- Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Ferid: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
I am a very dedicated and responsible person. I hope to only help students feel comfortable asking me anything they need help with. I have a great deal of patience and determination to help students fully understand topics they need help with. I have had immense tutoring experience, tutoring for the past 6 years. I look forward to tutoring students and helping them succeed in their future endeavors. ... Making sure the student fully understands the...
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University of Southern California- Bachelors, Biology, General
John: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…和我帮助他们克服任何困难n their assignments, while instilling in them the joy of learning. I earned my Bachelor's degree at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas. I tutor in math, specifically pre-algebra, algebra 1, algebra 2, and geometry. I enjoy helping people get over their fear of math. I don't believe math should be a scary subject. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy going to the movies, reading, fashion design, sewing and...
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Saint Edward's University- Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
Mark: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…Virginia. I was a transfer student, as I started my education in the community college system. I ultimately got my BA in Mathematics with a minor in Education. My plan was to finish college and go immediately into teaching high school math. As it turned out, that didn't happen. I got side-tracked and, enjoying math so much, I stuck around UVA for another two years and earned a MS in Math. I then got drafted...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus- Bachelor in Arts, Math / Education
University of Virginia-Main Campus- Master of Science, Math / Statistics
Ada: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…be able to help contribute to the emotional and cognitive growth. I bring management experience, the understanding of children, creativity, enthusiasm and 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...
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University of Phoenix - Bachelor of Science, Business Management
University of Phoenix - Master of Science, Education
Simon: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…pursuing a second degree in Nursing. I work as an Emergency Medical Technician and as a Nursing Assistant. When I'm not working or studying, I'm usually running, practicing guitar, or cooking with my fiance. I love to teach as much as I love to learn. I have experience tutoring in math but would be more than welcome to help out in other subjects as well. I like to keep the atmosphere fun and engaging. If...
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University of California-Berkeley- Bachelors, Sociology
Olive: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…since a young age. Now that I've graduated, I want to give others a chance to receive help with school while also keeping them encouraged and entertained. I graduated with my degree in Theatre so I have a knack for communication skills that I hope to apply when working with individuals to meet a common goal. My interests and hobbies are: Acting, Public Speaking, Adventuring, Art, and Cosmetics. Can't wait to hear from you all!
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Pepperdine University- Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
Ryan: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
I am a physics major at UCSB with the primary goal of becoming a physics professor at a leading university while doing research in particle physics. My hobbies include music composition, designing board games, and learning new things in general. I also enjoy reading, adventure, travel and nature.
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Los Angeles City College- Associate in Science, Applied Physics
University of California-Santa Barbara- Current Undergrad Student, Physics
Brandon: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…teacher I give you one corner, and it is for you to find the other three.-Confucius As a tutor it is my goal to not only teach my students the material they need to learn, but to better their core understanding of a subject and their methods of learning for the future. This way, they can continue to learn at an advanced level long after they no longer require the service of a tutor.
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign- Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Joscelyn: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…would like to cover so I can come prepared with examples. The students who usually benefit the most from working with me are those who care about doing well in class and want to learn. I like to engage with my students and make session not a dread for them - but I want them to engage back too! Since graduating I worked for two of the largest e-commerce companies in supply chain/logistics management, and...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick- Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
Luke: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…unique needs. Through all of this, I learned of my passion for teaching. I went on to start tutoring students and combined both the critical thinking skills and technical knowledge from my degree in philosophy with the teaching skills that I learned from guiding climbing. I worked with students in a variety of subjects from math, to history, to writing. In every subject, I was able to help lead my students into developing their own...
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Colorado College- Bachelors, Philosophy
Kaan: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…Urbana-Champaign. I interned at GE Energy Management during the Fall of 2014 and the Summer of 2015, which provided me with excellent communication, organiztion, and team-working skills. I was a peer tutor back in high school helping kids with any problem related to Math and science. After focusing on my own academic career in college, I came back into tutoring with almost 4 more years of studying under my belt ready to get kids to...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign- Current Undergrad, Electrical Engineering
Daniel: Pasadena HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Pasadena, CA
…III before graduating high school. Currently, I attend University of Dallas, where I am studying for a math/science degree. I tutor for all middle and high school math, as well as for standardized tests like the ACT and SAT. I am very patient, and I enjoy working with students. When I tutor a student, I try to discover the root of the problem, usually a misunderstood or inadequately explained concept. Once I find the problem...
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University of Dallas- Current Undergrad, Mathematics/Science
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Eighth grade students looking to get into a specific Catholic high school of their choosing will have to take the High School Placement Test. This exam contains nearly 300 questions, and includes a variety of subjects. Being well versed in many areas will try to help your student excel on this placement test, and ensure they get into a top notch high school. They can use a tutor to assist them with areas they are unsure about. The educational directors at Varsity Tutors can connect you with tutors in Pasadena, CA, who are skilled at helping students prepare for the HSPT.
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The longest individual section is math, so it is important your son or daughter spends some time working with their tutor on this subject. It takes up 45 minutes of test time, and has 64 total questions. Algebra, geometry, and arithmetic are the three main components. Their tutor will focus on whichever area needs the most work, whether it is finding the area for shapes, solving math equations for x, or doing simple multiplication problems.
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