(457) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 94720
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Danny
Senior Software Engineer, Berkeley Alum
- $100 / h
- 40 ratings
- Albany , California ( 94706 )
- 15 miles
Hello! I'm Danny and I'd love to help you out with your Math or Computer Science studies. I graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, and have worked in the tech industry for 8+ years as a software engineer. Prior to Berkeley, I was employed as an onsite staff math tutor at Palomar College, where I was available on-demand to aid students in all levels of math, from Pre-Algebra to Differential Equations. I also worked as a private physics tutor, ... Read more
Erica
Patient and Knowledgeable Language Tutor
- $100 / h
- 48 ratings
- Berkeley , California ( 94709 )
- 20 miles
I have tutored students in conversation, grammar, pronunciation, reading, and translation. I have experience teaching college level French and giving private lessons in a variety of subjects. I use different materials and work with mixed media. I enjoy working with students of different levels and am happy to work with anyone who is interested in learning!... Read more
Max
Stanford-trained Math Teacher Turned Tutor
- $100 / h
- Berkeley , California ( 94709 )
- 20 miles
Hello! My name is Max and I taught high school math for five years, most recently at Jewish Community High School of the Bay, and before that at Sequoia High School in Redwood City. I earned my M.A. in education through the Stanford Teacher Education Program. I tutor 6th grade math through PreCalculus, including SAT/ACT math. One-on-one teaching can be powerful: the student and I build a relationship of trust; I place him/her in the Goldilocks zone of his/her current math skills; I pay cl... Read more
VINCENT
Experienced Saxophone Instructor
- $100 / h
- Richmond , California ( 94804 )
- 10 miles
My educational background is comprised of being awarded a prestigious scholarship to the U.C. Berkley Young Musicians Program of which I attended from 1974 -1978. I however began studying music at 9-years of age and continued throughout high school while being afforded private music tutoring through it all. The Young Musicians program at U.C. Berkeley was an amazing place to learn, flourish, and experience what real support in the arts can produce in the areas of providing inspiration fo... Read more
Kenisha
English Lessons, Writing, Algebra, Reading, SAT/HSPT/GRE/CBEST/CSETENG
- $106 / h
- 175 ratings
- Oakland , California ( 94612 )
- 0 miles
My 22+ years in the educational arena--and ongoing professional development--have taught me to help students to shift from lower- to higher-order thinking, which is really only coaching them to go from knowing the "what" of things to putting all those "whats" together to understand the "hows" and "whys". There's no magic. You and I work together to help you get what you need. To help me help you, please, understand that: 1. I need you to include your intended start date in your first emai... Read more
Andreas
Effective Tutor for Math, Computer Science, and German
- $110 / h
- 560 ratings
- Oakland , California ( 94618 )
- 40 miles
I hold a M.S. in Mathematics and an interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics. Over time I have been working at colleges and universities in Germany, in France, and in the U.S. In addition I worked for a decade at research labs in Germany and in the U.S. (LBNL) and at a risk modeling company. Since 2010 I dedicate my professional attention full time to teaching mainly math and computer science as a tutor and lecturer. I currently teach at college and tutor middle,... Read more
Xtine
Strive to educate
- $110 / h
- El Sobrante , California ( 94803 )
- 20 miles
I became a writing tutor here at Contra Costa College in the winter of 2000 when I was a student working on my direct transfer to the Contra Costa. I was lucky to be able to work here as a tutor all through my university education until I earned my master's degree in 2009. Now, as a writing instructor, I still value my position as a writing tutor. Working with students one-on-one always feels special to me. I enjoy guiding students into the conventions of college writing, often having to c... Read more
Eugenia
Experienced Stanford/Oxbridge Tutor - College Prep and Applications
- $115 / h
- San Francisco , California ( 94133 )
- 20 miles
I’m Eugenia! I have a PhD in Engineering from the University of Cambridge (UK) and a bachelors degree from Stanford University, where I graduated at the top of my class with honors and distinction. You might think I was always an academic success - but not so! When I was younger, my school and teachers told me I would never be able to get into college. I was badly dyslexic and couldn’t read or write. Luckily, I was taught the skills and techniques to not only succeed but excel. Unlike... Read more
Will
Harvard graduate with a biology degree and 7 years' experience!
- $119 / h
- 1 rating
- Oakland , California ( 94609 )
- 20 miles
I am a recent Harvard graduate, with a degree in Biology and perfect scores on the SAT I. I tutor SAT Writing, Reading, and Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math, Statistics Introductory and AP Classes, Music lessons - specializing in voice and trumpet and College application advising. I have an easygoing attitude, and make learning these difficult subjects fun! I graduated from Harvard University in 2009 with a degree in Biology. I have been tutoring since 2006, and have helped ... Read more
Alex
GMAT 760 [99th] V47 Q48, LSAT 166 [93rd]
- $120 / h
- 1 rating
- Oakland , California ( 94609 )
- 25 miles
I am a UC Berkeley engineering graduate who has worked in the solar industry as an engineer and project manager. I have received high scores on both the GMAT and LSAT, placing in the 99th percentile and 93rd percentile respectively. I love teaching / tutoring and have experience tutoring math, science, and test prep in high school and college, with students of all ages. My tutoring philosophy is to focus on fundamentals and strategy - I evaluate each student individually to find and fill th... Read more