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Wen: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…also had tutoring experience in my undergraduate as a hired language tutor. My goal is to create a comfortable studying zone for my students. Depending on every individual need, my teaching technique will also be different. For students who only want to pass the language exam, I will try to meet with them before their exam in order to strengthen their memory. For students who are highly interested in Chinese culture, I will give them...
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University of Iowa- Bachelor in Arts, communication studies
University of Southern California- Master of Science, Communication Management
Byrd: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…and Public Health. I returned several times and witnessed the power of education in transforming impoverished communities. At North Carolina State University, I taught children how to eat healthy on a fixed income through Cooking Matters. I am currently teaching CPR and First Aid with the Red Cross and volunteer at a free clinic in Santa Monica while I apply to Medical School. While I have taught a broad range of subjects, Biology and Spanish...
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North Carolina State University at Raleigh- Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences with a concentration in Human Biology
Armando: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…middle school levels. I also was previously a coach for the Catholic School's Junior High 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...
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Georgetown University- Bachelors, Regional Studies
Loyola Marymount University- Master of Arts, Secondary Education
Emily: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
I'm a future medical school student (matriculating fall 2017) and Stanford undergraduate alum with a passion for 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 family. Hablamos Español...
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Stanford University- Bachelors, Psychology with Neuroscience Track
MCAT: 42
Marty: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…takes patience and perseverance. These are two important character traits I used while managing my one woman property management business for fourteen years. The self discipline I have learned over my lifetime is another gift I love to share with my students. Among others, I have used the philosophy of John Wooden when working with them. He said, “Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you made the...
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San Jose State University- Bachelor in Arts, Art
Femke: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…go along. Then we do it again, with a different text, and you explain what you're starting to notice. We can apply this approach to stories, poetry, Shakespeare, reading comprehension exams, or even your own writing: this particular kind of analysis is incredibly useful as an editing tool for essays or fiction. Teaching has been my dream since the age of five, and I already mentioned I love reading and writing (mostly fiction), but I...
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University of Alberta - Bachelors, English
Angela: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…four years of tutoring. I have also taught Spanish classes and been a Spanish tutor. I love helping students reach their goals, and I believe every student has potential - we just have to find the best way to get there together using the student's preferred learning style. Outside of teaching and tutoring, I am very involved with music, hiking, and swimming. I love being outdoors and swam competitively growing up. All through my life,...
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Purdue University-Main Campus- Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Education-Spanish
Sam: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…测试准备。特别地,我喜欢帮助别人improve their writing. While there are undoubtedly many great tutors in the area, I believe I bring a unique perspective with my legal writing experience. With this background, I strive to help students not only improve their academic performance in the short term, but also develop the skills they will need in their professional careers. I am available to tutor on weekday afternoons and evenings in and...
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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
Derek: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
I graduated from Skidmore College in 2012 with a Bachelor's degree in History/Theater and a minor in Creative Writing. Growing up in Westchester County, New York I began tutoring elementary and middle school students at my local JCC in a multitude of subjects. Starting my junior year of college, I worked in the History Department as tutor, with a strong emphasis on helping students in American and European History. I am most passionate about tutoring...
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Skidmore College- Bachelor in Arts, History/Theater
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Carla: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…involved in educational policy at the national level later on in my life. Teaching is a joy that has always rivaled the happiness I receive from reading a great poem or communicating in another language. English and French literature are the two great passions of my life, and it is when I'm teaching that I feel most like I am doing meaningful and rewarding work. When I'm not reading poetry or practicing my French, I...
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Harvard College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Cambridge - Unknown, English
Anthony: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…I believe that gaining an understanding of a topic can transform how you view of the world and I believe we all need help sometimes to get from where we are to where we want to be. By first getting an understanding of my client's needs, I am able to patiently break down the material in a way that makes it less overwhelming and help boost their confidence by emphasizing what they already know. Then...
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Missouri University of Science and Technology- Bachelors, Civil Engineering
Amanda: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…English and essay editing to Algebra and middle school math. But I am most passionate (and get most geeked out about) teaching science, especially topics in Biology and Life Science, because I love learning about how our living world works! My teaching philosophy revolves around students harnessing their strengths to become independent learners, and my job is to facilitate making those connections. Outside of education, I love spending time outdoors and doing yoga (a combination...
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University of Southern California- Bachelors, Psychology, Pre-Med
Loyola Marymount University- Unknown, Single Subject Teaching Credential
Tavleen: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…so that students are not only engaged in the topics at hand, but also develop their own interest in the matter. Passionate teaching must also be accompanied by coherent communication. I have learned that an effective tutor is not only excited about the subject, but is also able to convey the information efficiently. My ultimate goal in tutoring is to provide a nourishing environment that allows students to learn and grow intellectually. When I am...
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University of Redlands- Bachelors, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Jessica: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…tutoring are SAT Math, Algebra or below, Public Speaking, and Essay Editing/ Writing. From my experience as both a student and a tutor, I find that the best way to teach students is to leave the pen/pencil in their hands for at least 90% of the time. Although it is vital to give examples and work through problems together, the tutor's job is not to give answers and simply show how problems are done. This...
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Loyola Marymount University- Bachelor in Arts, Studio Arts
Loyola Marymount University- Master of Arts, Secondary Education
SAT Math: 750
Lloyd: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…到我们的se将其中的一些话题ssions to make the experience more fun and interesting for them. My objective is to leave my students with a desire to expand their horizons long after our program has been completed. I have a wide variety of hobbies and interests including astronomy, current events, travel, geography, photography, dogs, and professional sports. I am also very involved with physical fitness activities including daily workouts, rollerblading, bike riding,...
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Univeristy of Michigan - Bachelor in Arts, Latin American Studies
Ben: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…that they come away with more than just a corrected essay or some more grammar knowledge; I am seeking to help them hear their own voice in their writing and bring that with them to the next step in their careers. I believe I'm uncommonly well-suited for being an English tutor because I've come from a place of not really being able to write. I got a C my first quarter of English in high...
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University of California-Santa Barbara- Bachelors, English
Biola University- Current Grad Student, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Merigan: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…to give students a new perspective on not just the importance, but the utility and beauty of math, no matter what field they plan to go into. Coming from a large family, I spent many a family gathering helping my younger cousinsfrom ages 5 to 22with their math homework. I've worked closely with kids, teens, and college students in several capacities: as a Big Sister, an advisor to a youth Venturing Crew, a technical director...
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Washington University in St Louis- Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 720
Marissa : Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…引导他们正确的答案。我学习what my students are interested in, and I shape my lesson plans around their interests. I communicate with my students to make sure they are understanding and they feel like we are moving toward their goals. All people are smart and able, so even when students seem disinterested, I hold them to a high expectation. I care about my students as human beings in the pursuit...
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Providence Christian College- Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts with English and History Concentrations
Emily: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
…literature, and I am most passionate about tutoring English, Literature, English study skills, and Essay Writing (for both academic papers and college entrance personal statements). Not only do I believe that every student has the ability to write a n essay, I believe every student has the ability to write a great one. I work to open up the blocks between students and language, changing their relationship to English and writing for the better and...
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University of California-Santa Barbara- Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
Marcus: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, CA
I learned economics in business school at Duquesne University and subsequently worked in wholesale banking and investment banking. My approach to teaching economics is that you cannot live in the US and not have a basic understanding of economics. The terminology and the drawing of graphs may elude you, but the concepts are embedded in you. I use aspects of my students lives and their interests to create meaning. Economics can be fun and economics...
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Duquesne University- Bachelors, Business administration, economics
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Westwood, California, has a population of around 1600 people. The town is built on lava flows from the Cascade Mountain Range volcanoes. The area was built up from the logging industry, and the town has a rich history. It was created to be an operations center from the Red River Lumber company in 1913, and the town grew with the company. Westwood, California, is the home of the mythical logger Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox.
Are you ready to meet and exceed your educational goals? Westwood, CA, tutoring could help you pursue academic excellence and surpass your goals. Westwood is the home of the Westwood Unified School District, which contains the Fletcher Walker Elementary School and Westwood High School. Between these two schools, there are just fewer than 200 students. The area also has the Westwood Charter School and the Red River Community Day School. The nearest place of higher education is Lassen College, around a half hour away in Susanville. No matter what school you attend, one way to potentially improve on that important exam is by connecting with a private Westwood, CA, tutor who has both in-home and online tutoring experience in instruction for test prep. To potentially improve your score on that important exam, take advantage of an online or in-person tutoring session with a Westwood, CA, tutor who is skilled in test prep for students at all levels.
Does your family have an interest in the history of the area? The Westwood Museum tells the history of how the logging industry developed the town and the myth of Paul Bunyan. The Geffen Playhouse is another local favorite activity, with a variety of wonderful performances put on throughout the year. The town is very close to and mostly surrounded by the Lassen Volcanic National Park. This park has several campgrounds, lakes, and volcanoes. It is a great location for snowshoeing or stargazing, and you may love to hike through the area's wonderful scenery. Lassen Peak is the largest plug dome volcano in the world, which is also a major draw to the park. In Lassen Volcanic National Park, you are able to find active mud pots and hot springs. It is one of the few areas in the world where all four types of volcanoes can be found.
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