Jean: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…and thereby discover how to apply them appropriately. With both a tech and an artistic background, Im particularly interested in using technology to teach concepts in visual, interactive, and fun ways. Lately, when Im not working remotely as a CRM consultant or shooting photography, Ive been working on Prezi presentations and reviewing various test prep books to gather meaningful and common practice problems to teach. I would credit my teaching philosophy to my mom -...
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University of California-Los Angeles- Bachelors, B.S. Mathematics/Economics
Jennifer: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…college students. I believe that the most productive progress can be made with the one-on-one interaction tutors can have with students. With this interaction, I can tailor my teaching methods and figure out a better way to explain a difficult concept. Being able to be a part of a student's learning progress and helping them reach their potential is very fulfilling. And seeing how a student can surprise themselves with their own abilities is the...
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University of California-Riverside- Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Amanda: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…make sure they are understanding each step as they go along. If students still seem to be struggling, I return to more basic concepts and help them build upon what they already know. I use a variety of methods in my tutoring including visual aids, hands-on materials, books, and online sources to ensure that all students' learning styles are compatible with my lesson plans. Building a connection with my students is extremely important to me.
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SFSU - Bachelors, Education
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…and Sociology. In 2011, I received my California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential. I have been working in classrooms, providing academic support, since 2004. I have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs, from moderate to severe, and the gifted population. I am highly adept in tailoring education to fit each learner's needs, while maximizing output, motivation, and self-confidence. I sincerely enjoy working with children, listening to their stories, and sharing a laugh as I...
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Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology
Derek: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…and lower, but I am most comfortable with math and sciences. My favorite subject is Statistics, as it has several practical uses that I apply in my life nearly every day. I start by getting to know a student and observing how their mind works. I constantly ask questions to make sure their train of thought is correct as giving a direct shortcut to the right answer does not help them to deeply understand the...
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University of California-Davis- Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Helene: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…at Bay Languages Academy, an after school program in Alameda. I started working with Varsity Tutors in 2013. I have always loved getting to know all of my students. Every single one has taught me so many things about learning and teaching, and I believe in return many have grown from working with me. For me, learning to work with a student is like solving a puzzle. Each student has her or his own unique...
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Mills College- Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Anthropology
Haley: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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Certified CPC with an A.A.S. Degree in Business Management with Medical Office Assistant Option. Great tutors helped me to succeed so I'm happy to pay it forward and help others succeed too.
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Murray State College- Associate in Science, Medical Office Assistance
Derek: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…or because they're afraid of math. I hope to change that! I will happily teach anywhere from high school through graduate-level coursework. I can even teach you about research if you're really keen! I love to tutor because (1) I can get to know and help individuals on a customized, one-on-one basis, and (2) I find it extremely rewarding to teach people about the things that I love most. I believe that there is power...
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Brigham Young University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
University of Oxford - Master of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science
Max: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…Apart from singing, I'm is passionate about education, particularly in helping high school students achieve their academic goals as they work their way towards college. I volunteer in New Haven as a math teacher and coach at a public middle school (my team of 7th graders just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7 years. On top of all of that, I'm an...
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Yale University- Current Undergrad, Economics
Kaan: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…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 want to learn. I pride myself getting students to be as confident in their answers, as I am in mine. My area of expertise ranges from algebra to physics to...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign- Current Undergrad, Electrical Engineering
Kaley: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…既是课堂教师和导师these roles I look for ways to make learning fun and rewarding. I especially love teaching reading and writing and I have taught or tutored these subjects to students ranging from kindergarten through adults. I also have experience tutoring test prep subjects and focus both on the content material and test taking skills. My passion is psychology and I have been able to use my...
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Brown University- Bachelors, Education and Public Policy
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Human Development and Psychology
Erica: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…all ages and in a variety of subjects, with a strong focus on K-12 mathematics. I am pursuing a Master's degree in Elementary Education and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. I am extremely passionate about teaching and work daily to improve my craft. Students, parents, supervisors, and colleagues have described me as efficient, extremely patient, creative, and caring. I am certified to tutor in a variety of subjects and consider the...
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Oberlin College- Bachelor in Arts, English; Latin Language and Literature
Brianna: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…students through various subjects. I have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized learning fun. Math, science and test prep are the subjects I'm particularly passionate about tutoring, as I've always loved those subjects myself. Additionally, I've worked extensively with adults...
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University of Richmond- Current Undergrad, Business Administration and Management
Vivek: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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I am a current sophomore at Austin College. I am a biology major and neuroscience minor. Science has been my passion from a young age. I like tutoring because I sincerely enjoy helping others and being able to impart my knowledge and experience. Along with being strong in my curricular classes, I have experience helping and tutoring younger students in various subjects and test prep. As a patient and encouraging teacher, I am adept at...
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Austin College- Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Samantha: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to help many high school seniors with college application essays. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am very passionate about helping students improve their reading and writing skills, and I really enjoy helping students with Critical Reading and Writing portions of Standardized Tests. I love working with students and helping them realize their full academic potential. In my spare time, I...
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Northwestern University- Current Undergrad, Political Science & Legal Studies
Joshua: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…from the Universit de Paris 1 - Panthon-Sorbonne and focused my research on the social exclusion of African immigrants in Western Europe. Since graduation, I have worked at a public school in Harlem as the College Counselor working with students from grades 6-12. In my two years of experience, I have had the opportunity to network with college admissions counselors across the country, and I gladly connect my students to any college admissions departments I...
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Columbia University in the City of New York- Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
University of Pennsylvania- Master of Science, Social Policy
Leonid: San Mateo ISEE tutor
Certified ISEE Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
…In my free time, I rock climb, dance, and build crazy robotics projects. I love helping students of all ages build understanding and excitement for various subjects. I believe that, with patience and the right set of tools, you can grow to enjoy any subject. As someone who used to be terrible at math and was taught to love it, I can attest to the fact that the right teacher can make a world of...
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University of Massachusetts Amherst- Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
James: San Mateo ISEE tutor
Certified ISEE Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
…very familiar with all sections of the SAT and ACT having prepared several high school students for these tests. I believe that every student is capable of boosting his or her baseline score on these tests, so long as he or she works hard to get to know the format of the tests and the most popular types of questions. I tutor because I love seeing students develop a genuine passion for the subjects they...
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Harvard University- Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Thomas: San Mateo ISEE tutor
Certified ISEE Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
…a training course. In the TWP, I consistently applied and formally reviewed the effectiveness of these techniques in blogs and panels. Long-term engagement with evolving philosophies of education helped me establish a conceptual foundation of contemporary ideologies and approaches. This ground-up familiarity with modern tutoring methods/resources enables me to cater my approach for each session, especially in the small-group instructional environment. As a counterpoint, my work with Breakthrough gave me the opportunity to scale my...
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Duke University- Bachelors, Mathematics
Thomas: San Mateo ISEE tutor
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…study plan? Or do you simply want straightforward, content-based prep and study help? In either case, I'm excited to help you achieve your academic and standardized test goals. My academic credentials consist of a BA in Political Science and German from the University of Rhode Island, and a Master's degree in Environmental Management from Duke University. I speak German and Spanish. I'm confident tutoring several standardized tests, including SSAT, ISEE, SAT, ACT, and GRE.... I come...
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University of Rhode Island- Bachelors, Political Science & German
Duke University- Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
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