(110) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 96734
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Daniel
A retired computer professional to teach math, physics
After getting my PhD in Computer Science at the University of Toronto I spent 42 year in IBM research, with brief sabbaticals in Switzerland, China and Japan. I feel I can teach high school and college level math, high school physics, and general computer science. I do not have a teaching certificate; my teaching experience includes a course on computability at the University of Toronto as a graduate student, teaching a semester of computer science in Beijing, China, and mentoring a Columb... Read more
Douglas
25+ year Bio/Chem/Physics teacher voted "Best Male Teacher" twice!
Hi! Thank you for clicking on me! As a "Pre-Med" student at UC Santa Cruz, I discovered that all sciences are founded in physics, and I have taught the "Big Three; Biology, Chemistry and Physics" from 8th grade science through AP and Freshman College-level courses. I just transferred out of Carlsbad after 13 years of teaching Biology and Physics (through AP B Physics) at Punahou Academy in Honolulu, Hawaii and have returned to my beloved aina, Oahu. I have been chosen as a "Teacher Fellow" ... Read more
Vicki
To teach is to learn twice (Joseph Joubert)
I have always loved learning and that love doubled when I started teaching. I realize that in the process of teaching, you also learn. There is an exchange between teacher and student which is invaluable to both. In life, I've always thought the most effective way to teach was by example. The words you say don't matter unless your actions reinforce them. I also feel you can only be an effective teacher if you are willing to listen and learn from your students. Everyone's thought proces... Read more
Catherine
Having Fun With Mathematical Relationships
As a professor in the field of Developmental Psychology, I spent 30+ years studying how children, adolescents, and adults think about and learn about mathematical ideas. I have written two books on the topic. Since retiring from my university position, I have begun working with individual students who need help with their math studies. As a tutor, my emphasis is on helping students to make sense of mathematics in an engaging way. I use visual materials, manipulatives, and games to make the ... Read more
Brenna
Science And Math Tutor
I'm Brenna a 25 year old with a true passion for mathematics and science. I have been tutoring for 3+ years in ranging from elementary to middle to high school. I am currently a middle and high school science and math teacher. I teach Earth Science, 7th grade math and Algebra 1. I am also currently a private Alg 1 tutor. I have a bachelor's degree in Environmental Geoscience. My degree included upper level mathematics, chemistry, geology, physics, and calculus. I prefer one on o... Read more
Alexi
Chinese Tutor in Kaneohe
I currently tutor a 23 year old Chinese adult in Mandarin because his parents decided not to teach him in order to help his learning of English. He regrets their decision and is now trying to learn it. Chinese is a very difficult language and I enjoy helping other students to grasp all the complexities of the language. I am currently tutoring several adult students over my lunch break at work in the language. I focus on not only speaking Chinese, but also reading and writing. I have stude... Read more
John
Experienced Organic Chemistry Tutor
I am an experienced organic chemistry tutor living on Oahu. After earning both a bachelor's and master's degree in philosophy, I completed a post-baccalaureate program at Harvard University. I then worked as a teaching assistant for organic chemistry at Harvard for two years. My favorite part of teaching is working with students and helping them understand the material. Organic chemistry has the reputation for being a punishingly difficult subject, but I see it as my goal to help student's re... Read more
Ian
Ivy League Grad Available for Standardized Test Prep, Math, and More
I recently graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania with a BA in Biology and Political Science and an MA in Environmental Studies. I have previously worked as an ACT and SAT Subject test tutor at a college prep and tutoring center in San Diego, California called John Harvard Academy (JHA). I scored a 34 overall on my ACT with subscores of 35 in English, 35 in Math, 33 in Reading, and 32 in Science. On SAT Subject Tests, I scored 790 on Math Level II, 790 on Chemistry, and... Read more
Shayna
Language Instructor! 9 yrs exp. ESL and Spanish
I love language, I love teaching, and I love helping people better communicate in their target language! Whether learning English as a Second Language or Spanish, I aim to improve comprehension, writing and verbal skills. For those who want to learn a language outside of a school setting, whether English as a Second Language or Spanish, I create the lesson plans and pick the textbook according to the goals of the student. These sessions may occur in the form of a small or large personalize... Read more
Aaron
Word and language lover, enthusiastic about learning!
I'm Aaron, a staff editor at The Kaleo newspaper in Honolulu. I write articles for several publications, some of which are digital, and am currently finishing my first book. I am a nationally ranked Scrabble player, and have been playing competitive Scrabble for 20 years. My teaching style is in line with the belief that the goal of learning needs to be found in each aspect of the task of learning. First, I assess the student's current relationship with the desired knowledge, then develop... Read more