Top SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving San Jose
Jean: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...more than just knowing facts and how to find the right answers. A good teacher must help students recognize their individual learning styles, discover any flaws in their foundation knowledge, set reasonable goals, and look for deeper meanings behind why a problem is best solved a certain way. Moreover, she taught me the importance of concise communication, organization and empathy when teaching. I think that not only is teaching more similar to coaching than lecturing...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, B.S. Mathematics/Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 740
Abigail: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...was involved with a student organization that tutored students at a local K-8 school who were struggling with reading and writing. My student was thirteen years old, and most of the resources for his reading level were aimed at students much younger. In order to keep him engaged, I had to get creative. We would practice reading comprehension using the sports section of the newspaper, and did short creative writing exercises. I learned a lot...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720
Talia: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...obtained my B.A. from Williams College in 2008, double majoring in Psychology 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...
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Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology
Shannon: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...favorite subject to tutor is math because there is always one, and only one, right answer. Through effective communication and patience, the student is not only able to learn the mathematical process, but also the ability to think analytically. I would say that my tutoring philosophy is based on encouragement and always validating the opinions of the student before steering the student in the right direction. The student must be willing to learn and absorb...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelors, Biological Sciences & English (Double Major)
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 162
Edwin: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...and college level mathematics and SAT/ACT preparation. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, the subjects that interest me the most are calculus, college level mathematics, and test prep. I have a calm, adaptive tutoring style. I revise my tutoring strategies to fit each student's unique traits and I believe that a calm demeanor causes students to be less stressed, which in turn improves their performance. In my spare time, I enjoy following 49ers...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Hannah: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...Social Studies, Spanish, and SAT/College Prep. My favorite part about tutoring is being able to get creative about my lessons so that I can captivate and empower every student in their learning and help them achieve success. I love spending that extra time to rethink and reframe material in a new and exciting way so that I can meet my student where they are and get them to the place where they strive to be....
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University of Southern California - Bachelors, Sociology
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 800
Jenny: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...on writing and math. A core part of my teaching and learning philosophy is that I will have mastered a material if I can teach another person these concepts and come up with my own examples to illustrate my understanding. I will infuse this goal within my tutoring sessions, engaging tutees to really learn and challenge them to think critically. Another important aspect of my tutoring goals is to help the tutee. Be clear and...
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Claremont McKenna College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 730
Alexander: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...help for all kinds of reasons. I am happy to work with middle- or high-school students in any of the standard courses. I have tutored Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, etc. and am very comfortable with the assignments given in these classes, as well as the areas students most often need help with on tests and exams. I am also happy to work with college students. I have worked with almost every variety of Calculus course,...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 770
Jennifer: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...also work with everyone from ESL students to students with multiple languages to elementary-aged students just learning to read and write for the first time. And although it may sound silly, I get really excited about reading, writing, researching, and editing, and even more so, I look forward to working with students! I'm available to help, instruct, and work collaboratively with anyone looking for the additional guidance, practice, or instruction needed to achieve their personal...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College - Master of Arts, English Literature
William: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
Hi, I'm Will and I am currently a freshman at Chapman University majoring in Biological Sciences with an emphasis in physiology. I love to play tennis as well as hanging out with my friends during my free time.
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Chapman University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 720
Sid: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...at the end of my Ph.D.: the only time it was awarded to STEM in 35 years! Now, completely immersed in research in developing best the material for clean energy technology, I really miss the teaching that I immensely enjoyed for last 10 years. My secret: success in tests (and maybe in life, too) comes from not just what we know, but what we can deliver in a short time, when demanded. I learned the...
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Indian Institute of Technology - Kanpur - Bachelors, Chemistry
Yale University - PHD, Chemistry
Dallas: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...understandable concepts that enable the student to better understand the subject. I love teaching all sciences, as well as Spanish and reading techniques. Outside of teaching, I love being outdoors, and you can often find me planning fishing and backpacking trips. I am also active in volunteering, including an annual trip to Mexico to build houses, and am a huge San Francisco Giants fan. I plan to apply to Medical School next year.
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 740
Retesh: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...semester in every class: what's more important is your effort. One's efforts and hard work are what really measure one's intelligence and my goal as a 51勛圖厙 instructor are to not only teach my students the material but also encourage them to work hard as school is simply a test of what the real world will be like. As I head onto to graduate school this fall, I look forward to getting to know...
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Marquette University - Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
Drexel University - Masters, Health Management and Policy
Katharine: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...Bay Area (where I grew up) and have been tutoring high school students in math and science. I have worked with students of all ages in a wide range of subjects; however, I am most passionate about helping high school students prepare for the SAT and ACT math and science tests. With my free time, I enjoy playing with my two cats (a large orange tabby and a tiny black kitten), cooking, reading, swimming, and...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
Anya: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...tutor through Cuesta College and worked there as a one one one tutor for their DSPS department. Currentlty I am a student at Mills College. I am experienced with students of all ages and subjects, though the humanities are my greatest strength. Often times students are just lacking a background in academic structure and organization, so I put a lot of overall emphasis on helpful organizational habits, study tactics, paper writing, test prep, etc. I...
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Cuesta College - Current Undergrad, Sociology
Courtney: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...math, writing, Spanish, and Latin. Whether the math section of the ACT is making you nervous or you need some extra help keeping up in Spanish, I am confident that together, well figure out how to meet your current academic goals and develop the skills you need to face future challenges. Outside academia, I love to read I work in a library, after all! Im also an avid journaler. I enjoy learning languages in addition...
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Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 33
Rebecca: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...answers on their own and develop their critical thinking skills. As a tutor, I structure my teaching around the student's individual interests and needs. For example, one 6th grade student loved to perform onstage, so we wrote a play to explore theme, plot, and dialogue. My favorite subjects to tutor are reading, writing, English and American history. In my free time, I teach yoga and write creative non-fiction. I love cooking, eating, and travel.
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Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163
Jaimie: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology working on novel drug delivery systems for the gastrointestinal tract. I am hoping to attend medical school in pursuit of becoming a physician. I am currently interested in pediatrics and psychiatry but I am looking forward to exploring a range of available disciplines. I enjoy tutoring because I find it to be an engaging and dynamic process--I love working with students of all ages on a broad spectrum of...
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Northeastern University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Lexi: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...department (ages 15-17). I have always been an avid reader, which, I believe, has helped me develop an innate understanding of grammar. I love helping students with reading, English language and literature, and writing particularly around college applications, admissions essays, and SAT preparation. I have extensive experience tutoring foreign languages through my work as a Spanish & Arabic tutor at Princeton and through language exchanges completed while studying abroad in Mexico and Egypt (ages 18-30)....
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Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Politics, Near Eastern Studies, Arabic
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
Rahul: San Jose SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Jose, CA
...I, Calculus II. I have also tutored in Economics and Physics, but I definitely most passionate about Mathematics. In my experience helping students prepare for the SAT, I primarily focus on teaching the Math and Writing sections as I have extensive knowledge on both the content and the format of the tests. I believe that it is important to impart important concepts and problem solving mechanisms to people because it allows them to learn a...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750
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