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Mike

OCHEM struggles, I'm your man! PhD from Caltech

I have a B.S. in Chemistry from Cal Poly (SLO), and a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech, Pasadena). I currently work for a start-up pharmaceutical company making organic molecules that are tested against several central nervous system (CNS) diseases. To understand and master Organic Chemistry, it is not about memorization, it's about understanding fundamental properties of atoms, which allows one to then understand why some species react one way... Read more

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Jonathan

Raising Grades, Scores, and Confidence in ACT/SAT, Math, and Science

My ACT/SAT students earned over $1,500,000 in scholarships just in the last school year and they consistently score 26-36 (ACT), 1200+ (SAT) & improve 2 letter grades in class. My 2018-2019 students earned ACT scores from 24 to 36 (a range of 74th to 99th percentile) and SAT scores from 1230 to 1580 (a range of 78th to 99th percentile). I have expertise in all subjects on the ACT/SAT and teach them to a high standard. I will teach students tips and tricks but mainly focus on the rules and rea... Read more

Teaches 37 subjects

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Franklin

Experienced Brass Instruments and Music Teacher

I give lessons and audition coaching on Trumpet, Cornet, French Horn, Trombone, Baritone and Tuba. I also teach Music Theory, rhythm and ear training, either separately or as part of a brass lesson curriculum. I welcome students of all ages, and tailor my teaching to the individual needs of both students and parents. With over 30 years' experience playing and teaching all the brass instruments, I know how to make our lessons both fun and productive, and I impart a deep knowledge and apprec... Read more

Teaches 6 subjects

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Marie

French Language and Fine Arts Tutoring

As a tutor, I love to work with students learning styles and help them grow in knowledge. I have many years experience as a tutor and educator. I was an after school tutor for two years before going on to three years as a public school para educator in special education. I also worked at an adult day center for four years, leading art groups and making presentations on a variety of subjects. All of this experience has helped me to grow as an instructor and tutor, always aware of and patient ... Read more

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Patricia

PhD tutor - AP Chemistry, College Chemistry, AP Biology, Microbiology

I love making difficult concepts easy for students to understand. I believe in helping students understand the material rather than memorize it. I enjoy seeing the light go on in student's eyes when they begin to understand something that has previously confused them. My favorite subjects are chemistry, biology, biochemistry and computer programming. I have always had a broad range of interests which allow to present topics to students in a variety of ways and to include information from ... Read more

Teaches 8 subjects

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Hannah

Stanford-Castilleja; application essays, resumes, portfolios

www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-tsui-tutor I earned a B.A. in American Studies with a concentration in law, government, and political policy in June 2011 from Stanford and am a 7-year Castilleja alum. I adore working with the gifted and talented and interned at an Innovation Endeavors startup. One influence for my admissions mentality was my Stanford Law School Career Services job, where I collated Supreme Court & district clerkship applications. I tutor pre-algebra, algebra & applications. ... Read more

Teaches 32 subjects

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Sid

Computer Programming Expert

I have accumulated over 30 years of software design and development experience. During that period I programmed extensively in several computer languages, including, C, C++, C#, Python and others. Also, in addition to having some teaching experience as a Graduate Teacher Assistant back in college, I helped mentor and train many software engineers in my professional years. As a result of being exposed to a wide spectrum of different applications, I have developed an expert knowledge of compute... Read more

Teaches 7 subjects

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Yatit

Top-rated Computer Science and Programming Tutor

I started tutoring while I was still in college around 2012, on and off, but through tutoring I knew education was my calling. As a result, I helped build an educational web app with thousands of registered teachers and students. Helping other students achieve their best potential is something I am deeply passionate about. A better education can open many doors, as it has done for me. Now, I want to be able to do this for my students. When I am not tutoring, I am learning. I'm especially ... Read more

Teaches 9 subjects

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Jacqueline

French Tutor for Middle School, High School, College, and Adults

Hi, I'm Jacqueline and I specialize in French tutoring for students of all ages. I have taught over 160 French students and work with all of them to create a program tailored to their individual goals and needs. I can help you with all aspects of French including grammar, conversation, vocabulary, and overall fluency. About me: I have been a French tutor with Wyzant for three years. I am originally from the Bay Area and took over 15 years of French in school. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from... Read more

Teaches 5 subjects

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William

Accounting & Math Tutor

I'm a Tax Accountant for a software company, with previous experience in public accounting. I graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor in Accounting and a Master in Business Taxation. I was a Teaching Assistant for Accounting students when I was in college, and for a short period after I graduated. I've had extensive courses in Math & Accounting in college and grad school, and I've taught other students as a Teaching Assistant while in college. I've also had ... Read more

Teaches 6 subjects

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