Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Alhambra, CA

...and SAT subject tests, my strongest skills are in Math and Science. My experiences with students have taught me that a students education depends on a teachers ability to convey the subject clearly. As a result, my goal is to cater to a students needs, whether it is through visual, audio, or repetitious learning. I...

...I began tutoring because tutoring had been a positive experience in my life. In college I majored in Biology and minored in creative writing. During my four years at Scripps I had the opportunity to gain great conceptual understanding in both the sciences and humanities. I have always had a passion for learning. My curiosity...

...to help each and every student I work with find the academic subject that sparks their passion for learning. Being a visual learner myself, I have always had to create tools, draw pictures, or make games for myself in order to learn, and I bring that to my tutoring style. I truly believe that any...

...within the academic setting. I think when you can make studies personal to you and your goals, they become easier and more fulfilling. This is why I love teaching science and math; it's not always intuitive to make them personal, and I enjoy finding new ways for people to connect with them. It's also why...

...works for them. I see it as my job to help them find that path. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, rock climbing, running, travel, and reading. I am also a section editor for the Los Angeles Review of Books and the literary manager for two theater companies based in New York and Los...

...socio-emotional support for students ranging in the ages of 9-18 from low-income communities. As a corps member with City Year Los Angeles, I served at a predominately Hispanic and Latino/a high school and executed high quality ELA and Math lesson plans for a focus list consisting of 15 tenth grade students (some English Language Learners)...

...easy to talk to, and inspired all of his students to aim for the stars. He drove me to challenge myself each and every day; and to learn from every situation that is presented before us. He showed me that education can be extremely fun and exciting! I was one of many misguided students who...

...Pasadena, California. I have been tutoring high school students in mathematics and science for the past 3 years. While my methods in teaching rely on a few fundamental principles, I realize that each student I come into contact with learns in very different ways. I believe I am a good fit for your student not...

...student's particular learning styles and needs. Bottom line, I love working with people and helping them grasp intimidating concepts. Learning should be exhilarating, and I always try to facilitate that thrill. I welcome feedback from my students and their parents, because I want to be the best tutor I can be for each individual I'm...

...study method that could reroute their educational career for the better, or strengthen the one they already desire! I love science and I love teaching and helping others to love it too! It is truly an enjoyable and fun subject to learn ~ You just have to know how to approach the material in a...

...By first targeting weaknesses, you'll be able to come out of sessions feeling like a pro, and ready to ace your exams! I use various teaching methods, all of which can be adjusted to the student's needs. I have a very strong work and study ethic, and truly believe learning is a key to life....

...just needed more out of the box explanations. I used tutoring myself to help increase my grades and understanding that I found invaluable. Tutoring helped fuel my desire to continue my education and I graduated Cum Laude from La Sierra University. After college, I had the utmost desire to give back to students in the...

...graduate of the UC Davis Linguistics department, I can empathize with the harsh demands of academia. For students of any age level, I believe striving for the best is a huge indicator of future success. Having an academic guide can truly be the key to the future, and I would love to help you and...

...major in anthropology and biology. My focus is on understanding human biological and social origins through analysis of human artifacts, biological remains, and environmental reconstruction, with a parallel interest in preservation strategies. Outside of academics, I'm passionate about all manner of developing sciences and technologies as well as current events and the history behind them....

...teaching and tutoring, as I started my own online tutoring business in high school for Math and Physics. I am also a student tutor and mentor at BruinCorps at UCLA, a part of the government's AmeriCorps initiative to increase access to quality high level education for students from underprivileged populations. In my free time, I...

...of teaching chemistry, in which I hold 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...

...presented with new material, the first step is processing and understanding it. Different students take in and digest new material in different ways and with different timing. Hence, I utilize a number of different teaching methods and select those that best fit a student's needs. For a visual learner, for instance, I would make sure...

...addition to tutoring, I've been teaching at an after-school program for exactly one year; this experience gave me the opportunity to teach a class of up to 10 elementary-school kids, developing my ability to attend to various students' needs simultaneously. As a teacher with a more active role, I arranged a curriculum with supplemental topics...

...you can give a child the solution to one problem, but if you teach a child to think things through logically, then he or she can solve problems forever! Well, I think the original saying had to do with a man and a fish, but I think that you catch my drift. My favorite thing...

...elementary through the first 4 years of college. When I am not tutoring: I am seeking employment in the medical device and aerospace industries as a Quality Engineer or Reliability Engineer, creating heart and mind expanding experiences for my wife and daughters, supporting my daughter's acting career and rigorous talent development programs, reading for learning...