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Alex
MS University of California-Santa Barbara • BA Reed College
5+ Years Tutoring

My primary experience is in education: I majored in Classics (emphasis on both Latin and Greek) and obtained two masters degrees, one in Classics and the other in philosophy. I am also a certified secondary English teacher in Florida through the online TeacherReady program. I have 5 years experience teaching ESL, entry exams (including GMAT and ACT), and humanities (history, philosophy, literature, and creative writing) at the high-school and college levels. I am also interested in writing, both academically and creatively, and languages: I am fluent in French and Mandarin Chinese and can read Latin, German, and Greek. In my ideal job I serve as a medium to help people develop their interests and ideas; at the same time, I love having the opportunity to engage in in-depth discussions, brain-storming, and critical thinking. In the future, I hope to expand my skill-set to include STEM based subjects like math or computer science.

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Ben
BA University of California-Santa Barbara • Current Grad Student, Philosophy Biola University
9+ Years Tutoring

I worked for UCSB's CLAS (Campus Learning Assistance Services) as an ACE Tutor/Writing Lab Drop-in Tutor. I tutored university students of all ages, including graduate students. In the ACE program, worked with first-year EOP (Educational Opportunities Program) students to encourage them in their writing and develop their own voices within their composition. Also, I provided additional peer support during the revision process and helped students to focus on the importance of organization and structure within an essay.When I was placed in the ACE program my first year of work, and I challenged first-year EOP (Educational Opportunities Program) students to develop their own voices within their composition. As a drop-in writing tutor, I provided constructive peer support during the revision process, drawing the students' attentions to the importance of structure and organization over grammar.My philosophy on writing and improving writing is that it's a process. I can't stress that enough. Writing goes beyond just having correct grammar and the ability to utilize an exhaustive vocabulary; it is a way of solidifying your thoughts as a small contribution to the world of education and, perhaps, the world at large. I am willing to invest the amount of time needed to polishing developing writers and students so 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 school, and since then, I've averaged an A- in my college English courses. I have a personal investment in helping people with a desire to further their command of the language and a wish to hear their own voice come through in their writing, and I will help however I can to that end.If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact me!

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Phelan
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
1+ Years Tutoring

I graduated from UCSB with a BA in Physics. While i was in school I did some one-on-one tutoring for high school physics. I love math and science, and getting to share that passion with other students is a really rewarding experience. My strength as a tutor comes from my patience and listening skills. Everybody learns at a different pace, so I think it's important to be open and adaptable to best serve each student's unique needs. I encourage students to ask questions, and see wrong answers as an opportunity for constructive feedback. Ultimately, I want tutoring to be something exciting and engaging for students instead of a chore. In my free time I love drawing, painting, and spending time in nature.

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James
BA University of California-Santa Barbara • Doctor of Medicine, Medicine Cooper Medical School at Rowan University
8+ Years Tutoring

I am a medical student who sees the world from the perspective of a teacher. I am not satisfied with my understanding of a topic until I feel confident that I can explain the material to another person. I am excited about the opportunities to continue my education so that I can spread my knowledge to the community.

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Andrea
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
14+ Years Tutoring

I am a former third grade teacher, and current stay-at-home mother to my little son. I love my profession and helping students find ways to build their confidence and ability in the classroom. I look forward to meeting and working with your wonderful child!

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Emiliano
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
1+ Years Tutoring

I believe a solid education is fundamental for children to succeed in life. Working as a tutor allows me to be an active part of helping kids get ahead in life. I personally believe this goal is significant not only for their future, but for that of our whole society. Education allows one to appreciate and understand a variety of cultures, ideas, and events. For more than eight years I have worked as a tutor, working with students of all grades K-12, and have worked with students of all stripes, including several with autism and dyslexia.

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Emily
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
6+ Years Tutoring

I am a high honors, Phi Beta Kappa graduate of University of California, Santa Barbara. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Literature with a minor in French. During my time there, I studied abroad for a semester in Paris at the Sorbonne and the Paris Center for Critical Studies. I received the Certificate of Undergraduate Excellence in French and the Distinction in the Major award for my honors undergraduate research thesis in Comparative Literature, which was on the dynamics and representations of female transgression in the "stepwomen" of folk and fairy tales. I worked as a Writing tutor at U.C.S.B., first tutoring English to ESL foreign exchange students at the university, and then went on to work on basic study skills, writing, and essay planning and writing with undergraduates from all majors and disciplines, while also advising a few PhD candidates on their thesis writing. Since graduation, I have held multiple writing and editing positions, including my positions as Deputy Fiction Editor at the Los Angeles Review of Books and Associate Editor at Phoneme Media, a Los Angeles-based world literature and translation publisher.I am a skilled academic writer and lover of 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 an 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 for the long-term...so that perhaps a tutor won't be so necessary in the future!In my spare time, I am a vegetarian and vegan cook, a runner, a soccer player, a creative writer, and an addictive reader. I love music of all kinds, was trained in jazz vocals, and love to see the worlds of music, art, language, and academics intersect. Confidence in language and writing has the ability to open all kinds of doors to students both academically and professionally, and I hope to help unlock them.

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Laurel
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
1+ Years Tutoring

I recently graduated from UCSB, where I graduated with High Honors with a BA in Sociology and minor in Professional Writing. I was the Opinion Editor of my university's newspaper. I have tutored and mentored students of all ages from elementary school to college level.My personality is upbeat and encouraging, and as a tutor I hope to not only help students master their subjects but find enjoyment in them as well. I love researching and discussing current events and finding ways to apply my studies to my own life as a form of enrichment. In my free time I enjoy reading books, cooking and thrift shopping!

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Abraham
MS New York University • BA University of California-Santa Barbara
4+ Years Tutoring

I received my Master's from NYU in teaching Primary and Secondary Social Studies. Previously acquired my bachelors degree from UCSB in African American History with 2 minors in Global Peach & Security and Educational Phycology.Taught World History and US History at both the secondary and primary level for 5 years. Currently teaching 5th grade History. Coached Basketball, Track and Field; Cross Country with NYRR.Since 2011, I enjoyed tutoring 6-8 grade math and high school students to prepare and pass their NY Global & US History Regents Exam. As certified teacher in NYC, I taught World History & US History at both the secondary & primary level for 5 years. Currently teaching 5th grade History and coaching basketball, track & field & cross country with NYRR.I'm a well-trained educational specialist capable of providing a unique, personalized and engaging education to positively impact the lives of my students.

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Kevin
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
14+ Years Tutoring

I am a fourth year transfer student at UCSB pursuing a BA in Psychology. I transferred from Pierce College in my hometown of Woodland Hills, CA. I have an Associate's Degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences. I enjoy tutoring a variety of subjects but particularly love algebra because I enjoy the feeling of victory that comes from teaching a student how to solve equations. Outside of tutoring I love playing soccer, watching movies, and traveling.

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Adrienne
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
1+ Years Tutoring

I was a California 5th grade, long-term substitute teacher for the 2014-2015 school year in an elementary school where I taught the core subjects of Math, English, Science and History. I worked at a bi-lingual school, so, I am able to communicate on an intermediate level in Spanish. I am currently residing in the greater Chicago area because I am serving as an AmeriCorps VISTA at Youth Build, where I am the Bridge to College Specialist. I have experience working with Elementary through High School aged students. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of California Santa Barbara in Environmental Science and Anthropology. Throughout college I played on a soccer team and I danced with the dance majors ( I adore dance!). My first passion in school was studio art, therefore, I have experience in drawing, painting and ceramics. I would love to hear from any student who has any further questions and thinks I may be the perfect fit. As a teacher at heart, I hope that together we can work together to make you the most successful student possible!

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Karen
MBA Rochester Institute of Technology • MBA University of California-Santa Barbara
2+ Years Tutoring

My mission is to help you increase your Chemistry grades by taking you step by step through the chemistry concepts and problems.

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David
BA University of California-Santa Barbara • Current Grad Student, Music Performance Roosevelt University
16+ Years Tutoring

I always try to learn using Einstein's approach to understanding: "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it enough." In my tutoring , I try to impart that same philosophy to my students.

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Fiona
MS University of California-Santa Barbara • BA University of California-San Diego
5+ Years Tutoring

As a communications leader and project manager with nearly 7 years of experience, I have developed company-wide communications strategies and led countless marketing campaigns.I am also a writer for Daily Progressive and the Voices of our Nation's Art collective. I have been published in Huffington Post and Daily Progressive. I run my own blog TengTied. As a writer for social justice, my ability to deeply empathize with and engage people of all communities allows me to explore intimately the stories of our collective struggles and reach broad audiences.

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Armen
MS SDSU • BA University of California-Santa Barbara
10+ Years Tutoring

My name is Armen and I love teaching and helping others succeed academically!I understand what it’s like to struggle with a subject, since I experienced challenges in school myself. Despite that, I graduated from high school with flying colors, went on to earn a bachelor’s degree from UCSB, a master’s degree from SDSU and a law degree from CWSL.I have taught younger people in the Santa Barbara region for many years in a program called, Academic Chess, and turned some of my students into very high ranking players for their age brackets. I’ve held both group lessons, as well as worked individually to achieve significant improvements in my student’s abilities. I also help friends, family, and relatives with their course work ranging from elementary school through college and am told I’m quite enjoyable to work with.My teaching style is very fun, calm, easy going, but also stress accountability. It is important to set goals and make sure we get the results we’re looking to attain.Pick me as your tutor if you’d like someone who will make learning enjoyable and who genuinely cares to see you achieve and succeed!

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Aaron
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
10+ Years Tutoring

I have attended four separate colleges since I was 15 years old and have taken over 30 courses in the sciences, humanities, and liberal arts. I am currently a Junior at UCSB working towards a degree in Bio-psychology, following the Pre-Medical route! I have tutored both formally during high school and informally during my college years. I am comfortable teaching all ages and those who are eager to learn. I love tutoring in a more conversational matter and talking through problems rather than lecture and repeat. Each student has a different way they like to learn, so I adapt those ways and use it to the student's advantage. I love having the student be able to teach me the information we covered at the end of each session - if you can teach it, you have learned it! I am currently tutoring Middle school math, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, ACT Science, and writing college essays/editing papers. Although I love teaching the logistics of the sciences, especially in ACT format, I find passion in helping students perfect their writing skills and develop strong, academic papers. Outside of school, I love playing sports such as volleyball, track, basketball, and baseball as well as going on hiking trips and adventures. I am a huge traveler, love reading new books, and love meeting new people. Besides helping students learn, I want the student to have fun, enjoy the tutoring session, and actually find a love for the subject they are studying. I used to hate reading and now it is one of my favorite things to do! Let's learn!

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Anna
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
5+ Years Tutoring

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Julia
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
1+ Years Tutoring

I am currently an undergraduate student at UC Santa Barbara working on my Bachelor's of Science degree in General Biological Sciences. After graduation I plan to expand my health care education and pursue a career as a health care professional, either as a nurse practitioner or physician's assistant. I am passionate about teaching because it has been my previous teachers who have inspired my inquisitiveness about the world around me and my excitement to learn. I now strive to pass on my knowledge to new students because I believe that education is important for a healthy, happy, and self-dependent life. As a result of my experience mentoring young children as a summer camp counselor and advising incoming freshmen at my university as an orientation advisor, I have developed a personal approach to helping others, specifically on a one-on-one basis. I teach students by working together, encouraging practice, requiring them to demonstrate what they've learned, and verbalizing positivity towards their success. I am a tutor for HSPT, ISEE, SSAT, SAT Writing, SAT Mathematics, and Algebra 1 and below. My favorite subject to tutor is math because it is a subject where you can, without ambiguity, prove that something is exact and correct. In my spare time, I enjoy playing soccer, zumba, baking, card games, and playing with pets.

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Theodore
MS Naval Postgraduate School • MS University of California-Santa Barbara
2+ Years Tutoring

I am an of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where I completed a dual major in Genetics and Wildlife Ecology. I subsequently attended the University of California-Santa Barbara, where I earned two Masters: Economics and Environmental Science. It was there that my passion for economics and teaching first surfaced. In the years since I have also earned a Masters in Security Studies from the Naval Postgraduate School, a degree in Applied Project Management from Villanova University, and an Associate's in Japanese from the Defense Language Institute. I most recently spent 2.5 years as a lecturer in the Department of Economics at the United States Naval Academy, where I had the chance to develop as a classroom instructor and one-on-one tutor. I found individual tutoring the most rewarding, because it gives me the chance to listen to and understand the student, adjust my explanation to their specific issue and learning style, then work together until they understand. Seeing the "light go on" is perhaps the best part of being a teacher/tutor! Naturally I want to continue educating and tutoring, with a priority on economics: micro, macro, economic geography, and political economy. I also have been a private tutor in English and writing through the university, and am more than happy to tutor in English and writing as well. Outside of academia I enjoy going to the gym, cycling, hiking, traveling, and being a dad. I am currently writing my second book on personal finance and retirement planning.

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Natalie
MS University of California-Santa Barbara • BA University of California-Santa Barbara
5+ Years Tutoring

I studied at the University of California Santa Barbara where I earned a bachelors degree in chemical engineering and a masters degree in materials science. I have worked professionally in the Orlando area for the last 4 years. My last job involved conducting research in labs on the UCF campus, so I am very familiar with the surrounding area.I have always loved learning about math and science and I enjoy sharing that passion with others! My tutoring and coaching experience includes coaching local middle school and high school students on a FIRST robotics team, working as a teaching assistant in university level robotics and mechanical engineering design courses and volunteering as an engineering tutor for the Tau Beta Pi tutoring center at UCSB.I am also currently developing an after school program that teaches students basic Science Technology Engineering Arts and Math skills through wearable technology and fashion technology focused kits, tutorials and learning materials. So I am also available to answer basic questions about getting started with basic electronics, arduino and sewing.

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Ryan
AS Los Angeles City College • Current Undergrad Student, Physics University of California-Santa Barbara
9+ Years Tutoring

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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Marisa
DSC Washington State University • DSC University of California-Santa Barbara
4+ Years Tutoring

My goal as an educator is to set my students up for success. I try to address the individual needs of my students and cater to their different learning styles. I am genuinely invested in helping them meet their goals. I have developed a flexible teaching style that is designed to develop critical thinking in conjunction with course content. In addition, I train students to think broadly and encourage students to identify multidisciplinary approaches to solving problems. In addition to over 15 years of college teaching experience, I also possess rich, relevant, academic credentials, having achieved a Ph.D. from Washington State University. I also hold a Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of California Santa Barbara, and I possess a wide variety of wet lab and computing skills, which allows me to design coursework and exercises for practical and conceptual learners. I am truly passionate about education and want to help students obtain their academic goals. I am available to tutor students across a broad range of STEM subjects.

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Dmitriy
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
2+ Years Tutoring

A goal-oriented professional with over 20 years of experience in corporate accounting and financial reporting, internal and external audit, due diligence, internal control systems implementation and risk assessment, including as a VP of Accounting, Manager at a Big 4 firm and Head of Internal Audit. I focus on oil & gas, retail, and consumer product industries. I tutor because I have a passion for helping people learn accounting, auditing, internal control and risk management.

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Alan
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
10+ Years Tutoring

I am currently pursuing my Bachelor's Degree in Biology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. I plan to graduate with this degree in June of 2016. I have worked for a few years previously as a private tutor back in my home town. I tutor mostly high school subjects. I am able to tutor in high school chemistry, biology, and US history. I am also able to tutor Biology and US History at the AP level, and the SAT II Biology E/M exam. I am also able to tutor the Math and Science portions of the SAT. My favorite subjects to teach would be the ACT science portion, as well as US History.My tutoring style involves a lot of preparation work as well as review. I believe that the best way for students to learn, and it has helped me as well, is to constantly practice questions in whatever subject they may be studying. This is especially true for science and math subjects. Cramming simply does not work in getting the material to stick with the student. The point of learning is to allow the recollection of material over a medium to long period of time. Cramming only works for the short term, and is not favorable to learning the material well.My hobbies include reading speculative fiction, biking, and music. I have played the viola for the better part of a decade, and enjoy playing in quartets. I also very much enjoy travelling to places out of the country, and learning about other places' heritage.I very much look forward to working with you.

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Bobbie
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
4+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of the University of California Santa Barbara. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics with an emphasis on Spanish. My experiences in education include tutoring students in a varied range of subjects and teaching English in China. I tutor Spanish and Math, with an immense passion for both! My passion for tutoring comes from the ability to aid a student perform as well as they want to, in the end realizing their full potential and going beyond what they expect of themselves. I firmly believe that every student has the ability to become whom ever they wish to become in their adult lives. My style of tutoring involves discovering which learning style a student is best comfortable with, and providing him or her with the appropriate techniques of learning. In my spare time I enjoy horseback riding, exercising, hiking, gaming, traveling, and looking at the night sky! I love to challenge myself in every aspect of my life and am always more than willing to help someone reach his or her full potential! I am dedicated to the empowerment of others through self-realization.

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Brandy
MS Chapman University • BA University of California-Santa Barbara
4+ Years Tutoring

I love to see people grow in their confidence with any subject. The journey there requires work & focus, but it is all worth it in the end! I love school and I love learning. I hope to share my passion with every student I encounter and I promise to do my best in helping them succeed.

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Katherine
PhD University of California-Santa Barbara • BA Arizona State University
15+ Years Tutoring

I graduated from Arizona State University within the last year with a degree in geological sciences. I love geology because it's where physics, chemistry, and math are applied to the real world. I enjoy all of these subjects, but I understand they can be hard to a lot of student without one on one help. That's where I come in. I tutor math, science, social studies, reading comprehension, and test prep so that I can bring my passion for learning to students who aren't getting the help they need in the classroom.I have experience tutoring students from 13 to college age in math and science, and I'm looking forward to expanding my subject with new students in social studies, reading, and test prep. I am particularly interested in helping high school students prepare for AP tests, many of which I have personal experience with.When I'm not working, I try to get outside! I love camping, hiking, and exploring all around our beautiful state. I also spend time reading, gardening, and cooking.

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David
MS University of California-Santa Barbara • BA University of California-Santa Barbara
9+ Years Tutoring

I have a Masters degree in Mathematics from the University of California at Santa Barbara. I taught all the lower division Calculus courses as a teaching assistant. I taught 7th grade math as well as being a tutor for remedial 7th and 8th grade math. I tutored math in high school, college and since. I have a love for mathematics and a desire to share that with others. At one point I could do the entire derivation of Calculus in my head, which I would do from time to time. Topology was my favorite subject and I memorized all the proofs. I recently reviewed my upper division textbook, working all the problems.I have a love for learning and am a life-long learner. Besides mathematics I love studying history and theology. I take a great interest in health and well-being. I like to keep my mind as sharp as possible. I also like to do memorization. I memorize everything I can. I think that one of the chief joys in life is learning and mastering new things.I enjoy helping others learn. I understand learning differences and learning styles. I think that learning how to learn is one of my greatest accomplishments. I try to look at problems as challenges that can be overcome. I think that learning or mastering a subject or skill gives life purpose and is very satisfying. Sometimes this can be very frustrating and discouraging. Having someone to guide you and encourage you can make all the difference. I know that many times I wished I could just ask someone how to do something. It is so important to keep a positive mental attitude and to believe that you will succeed.

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Katherine
PhD Center for Research and Higher Education in Anthropology • MS University of St Thomas
1+ Years Tutoring

As a passionate educator with a Ph.D. from the Center for Research and Higher Education in Anthropology in Mexico and a MA degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, I have over 18 years of tutoring and teaching experience at the college level. I am fluent in Spanish and Portuguese and have training in teaching second languages, including English. I am familiar with accents and slang from a variety of Latin American countries as well as Spain and Portugal and I can help you learn the cultural norms that accompany speaking in a new language and culture. I will help you get started on your path toward learning a new language or discipline on day one in a way that is easy and fun! I aim to create a supportive learning environment that engages students through active learning exercises. I believe in tailoring my approach to meet each student's unique interests and strengths, helping them connect their personal experiences with the subject matter. This holistic methodology not only fosters academic success but also ignites a genuine passion for learning. Learning new things should be fun and empowering and I will make sure you have a positive experience and meet all your learning goals and more!

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Nathnael
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
7+ Years Tutoring

I am a person who takes pride in helping others achieve their educational goal. I am an extremely talented and focused person with excellent GPA. I graduated from UCSB in biology and earned excellent grades. With me rest assured that all your academic difficulties will be solved.

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Leila
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
9+ Years Tutoring

Hi!My name is Leila and I recently graduated from the University of California- Santa Barbara with a B.S. in Biopsychology. Growing up, I often turned to tutors for their academic guidance and support, so I can really empathize with students searching for the perfect tutor. My experiences being tutored have allowed me to pinpoint characteristics and skills that make a great tutor, such as patience, breaking down complex concepts, and an ability to cater towards different learning styles. I have been tutoring for seven years, and have loved getting to know each of my students as they improve academically. I have experience tutoring students in elementary school through college. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions.

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Brenda
MS Western Oregon University • BA University of California-Santa Barbara
1+ Years Tutoring

I love working with people to help them develop a better understanding for mathematics so they can reach their goals. I have a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from UC Santa Barbara and a Master's degree in Teaching from Western Oregon University. I have been working with adult math students at a local community college for over 15 years and now I teach at Western Oregon University. I've also taught at the middle school and high school level in Oregon.As a tutor, I hope to help students who need extra time and an extra resource to succeed in their math pursuits. I have helped students who are taking independent study classes, students who are behind in their public school classes, and students who are studying for state exams.I know that most people don't share my love of the beauty of mathematics, but I hope to convince them of how math is such an important part of our everyday lives. Just as it is critical for people to be able to read in today's society, it is equally important for people to be mathematically literate.

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Sarah
MS University of California-Santa Barbara • BA Aquinas College
4+ Years Tutoring

I have loved French since I was 14 years old and have been fortunate to share my love of the French language and culture for the last 23 years. I have taught all levels of French from I-AP and have tutored for many years. My favorite part of teaching/tutoring is the "Aha! I get it" moment. I have also been able to visit France and other francophone countries to practice my French outside of a classroom.

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Josh
BA University of California-Santa Barbara • Doctor of Medical Dentistry, Dental Medicine University of Pennsylvania
5+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of the University of California Santa Barbara. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. I am currently a 3rd year dental student at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. I have tutored students from all backgrounds and ages, more specifically with a focus on elementary to high school education. My experiences range from instructing low-income and minority fifth grade students to that of high level 12th grade private school institutions. My favorite subjects to tutor are that of biology, including the topics of anatomy, microbiology, and physiology. I truly enjoy teaching biology because I believe that the human body is such a dynamic process and that there are so many advancements that have yet to be made in the field of science. In terms of my teaching philosophy, I believe in creating a nurturing environment inundated with encouragement, repetition, and positive feedback that allows my students to grow and develop accordingly. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors and participate in many activities such as hiking, bicycling, swimming, going to the beach, and traveling to captivating foreign lands.

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Adriane
MS University of California-Santa Barbara • BA Wayne State University
1+ Years Tutoring

I recently finished my PhD in English at the University of California, where I taught undergraduate seminars English and American literature, academic writing, and American history. Before that, I completed my MA in library science at the University of Arizona, where I studied data management and information services. Most of my formal training is oriented toward university-level teaching and research, but my past work as a gymnastics coach has also given me a lot of practical experience working with young children. Even now, kids in elementary grades remain some of my very favorite students--I really enjoy writing joke books and short stories with them, as well as playing math games like Multiplication War and Fraction Dominos. Students with disabilities are particularly important to me, and I try to stay up to date on the best practices for working with them because I've seen firsthand the ways in which minor accommodations can engender significant improvements in learning outcomes. Regardless of my students' ages and abilities, I enjoy helping all of them develop productive study habits and work practices that complement their personal needs and learning styles.

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Colleen
MAT University of California-Santa Barbara
5+ Years Tutoring

Teaching is my passion. Empowering people to find and build their skills and achieve success is the most important thing I can do as a teacher and mentor. I graduated with honors from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a BA in Political Science, and International Relations and a Master of Education focused on inclusive classrooms and education technology. Over 20+ years of teaching experience has included a variety of environments: AP and GATE in Northern California, Title 1 classrooms in Southern California, and ESL tutoring in Japan. I have extensive expertise with test preparation (AP, GED, HSEE, CBEST, Praxis, and CSET) and have tutored students internationally. I have also taught guitar and voice. I believe that everyone can learn and that we all do. I use a variety of methods to achieve this including: discussion, comparison, role playing, recitation, deconstruction of material, writing, reading, and real-life connections. As a tutor on many subjects, I most enjoy History and Literature. Many possibilities for critical thinking exist in these two subjects. I have found this opens opportunities for students to bring their own knowledge and background to the classroom, which allows us all to grow personally. Beyond teaching, I enjoy traveling and have been to Europe and Japan, and many states in the U.S. I like to spend time playing guitar and piano to accompany my voice and I love theater, musicals, and movies. I can teach you the tools to make learning fun and help you to achieve success at the same time.

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Diana
MS Fordham University • BA University of California-Santa Barbara
13+ Years Tutoring

Diana was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She attended Cerritos Community College and majored in Economics and accounting while working at Bank of America and a retail shoe store to get her through school. During that time she also earned her Medical Billing certification and was highly involved in the community through Project HOPE, Scholar Honor Society, and as Vice-President of the Business Club. After three years she transferred to the University of California, Santa Barbara and became involved in education through The Family Literacy Program where she worked with undocumented elementary students. Her interest in Chicano Studies and education grew thanks to a course on educational barriers and the teachings of Brazilian educator Paulo Freire. Working as an Elementary Teaching Assistant, one special student made her want to become an educator focusing on students with learning disabilities. She switched her major to Psychology to better understand human growth and development. That year she became a research assistant to her professor and worked with at-risk adolescents in a high school in Santa Barbara County. Diana learned about Teach for America that same year and felt that TFA's values and mission were aligned with her own, which brought her to New York City classrooms. She has a newly obtained Masters Degree from Fordham University in Teaching Exceptional Adolescents grades 7-12. She's taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade math at a middle school in Brooklyn. She has taught Algebra for the past three years and is currently working at a high school in Manhattan. On her spare time she enjoys tutoring any struggling learner in Mathematics. When shes not in the classroom or tutoring, Diana enjoys reading a good book, Sunday brunch, authentic Mexican food, and meeting new friends.

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Sarah
MS University of California-Irvine • BA University of California-Santa Barbara
1+ Years Tutoring

I was born and raised in Orange County. I went to UCSB but then moved back to Orange County to be near my family. After working in accounting and finance for a few years, I went back to school to get my masters and credential in teaching. I now teach high school math and truly love my job!

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Victor
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
10+ Years Tutoring

I am 25, living in Brooklyn. I am a University of California Santa Barbara graduate with a B.A. in History, and a Minor in Art and Architecture. I have coached, tutored, and taught in classrooms, after school programs, and summer clinics, with children ranging in age from Pre-K through Middle School. I am looking forward to helping you achieve your academic goals.

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Kevin
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a 2018 graduate of University of California Santa Barbara, with a B.S. degree in Biological Sciences through the Honors Program. I consider education to be tremendously important not just during development, but also throughout life. I believe it's critical to establish the right attitude toward learning; a feat that once accomplished can improve a student's long-term output in school. Education is an integral part of my career choice: I aspire to become a physician, a career intertwined with knowledge and education. However, teaching and learning are present in every career, and every part of life for that matter.I am currently studying for the Medical College Admissions Test, refining and mastering my knowledge in math and the sciences. Not only do I want to use this information to tutor students, but also transfer studying skills I have acquired in my time as student. I consider myself friendly and laidback; yet passionate about helping others, as I volunteer in South America with MEDLIFE: a nonprofit medical and educational organization.In my free time, I love traveling, surfing, and watching the NBA!

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