(361) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Portola Valley
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Angelina
Experienced, fully licensed teacher
- $150 / h
- 1 rating
- Palo Alto , California ( 94301 )
- 40 miles
While I am licensed in all subjects PreK-6 and English and social studies for 6-8 grade, I have been an 8th grade English teacher in Virginia for 15 years. During that time, I have tutored hundreds of students, providing tailored instruction to match their learning styles and abilities. I decided to take a year off from the classroom, but I soon realized how much I miss teaching the students. While I have taught middle school, I have tutored elementary, high school, and college student... Read more
Tina
Patient and Professional Mandarin Tutor with 10+ years exp tutoring
- $40 / h
- Palo Alto , California ( 94306 )
- 10 miles
For me, Mandarin teaching is not just a side job, it is my profession. I have passed professional competency exams administered by the International Chinese Teacher Certificate Authority, receiving a rating of "Advanced" in Chinese Language Teaching Practice. I have been teaching Mandarin in Bay Area public after school programs for the past four years and have also been tutoring students of all ages privately. Before coming to the United States, I utilized my Master's degree in Psycholog... Read more
Annmarie
Annmarie: Member Cambridge Who's Who Top Female Technology Execs.
- $65 / h
- 1 rating
- Palo Alto , California ( 94303 )
- 30 miles
I am a 30 year veteran of the Technology Industry and have co-founded three companies before living my dream to become a teacher, which I have been doing full time for the last five years. My career started in Albert Einstein's office at Princeton University as one of the very first female Computer Science pioneers and I firmly believe as a mother and a teaching professional that an education is the greatest gift that we can give our children. My teaching style is based on professionalism an... Read more
Jason
Experienced ACT, SAT, Math, and Science Tutor (Stanford Grad)
- $75 / h
- 1 rating
- Palo Alto , California ( 94301 )
- 20 miles
I've been tutoring students of all ages for the last 5 years, specializing in ACT, SAT, and a range of Math and Science subjects. I have worked with several students and families by helping the students with homework, test preparation, and future course prep. I've learned that throughout my many years of learning and teaching, students learn in many different ways. I usually recommend a (free!) meeting with the family and student prior to beginning sessions so that we can discuss goals and ... Read more
Scott
Experienced Tutor with CBEST certification, BS Engineer'g-MBA-DBA '16
- $45 / h
- 37 ratings
- Palo Alto , California ( 94303 )
- 8 miles
I tutor Math and Science, but will also tutor business courses as well. The most important aspect of tutoring is to teach the student how to learn on their own. I like to focus on the rules and of math and tried and proven methods of problem solving and test taking. English and math are very much intertwined subjects, therefore I encourage students to think clearly and write well. I have an engineering degree from University of Pennsylvania, MBA from Santa Clara University, and now working... Read more
Emily
Middle/High School Writing and College Essay Tutor
- $40 / h
- 3 ratings
- Palo Alto , California ( 94301 )
- 3 miles
After graduating from Yale University with a degree in history, I spent the next two years teaching American literature, essay writing, and English grammar at universities in Saratov and Moscow, Russia. I led seminars for undergraduate students, where we discussed how to read and think analytically, and how to transform one’s thoughts into a well-crafted essay on any issue. Each seminar focused on the skills necessary to choose a compelling topic, build a convincing argument, and produce a we... Read more
Francine
Francine B. (Stanford Graduate)
- $80 / h
- 9 ratings
- Palo Alto , California ( 94301 )
- 5 miles
Hello there! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I am a recent Stanford graduate working in a research center at Stanford's Graduate School of Education. I am dedicated to improving outcomes for children, their families and their communities. I spend a lot of time thinking about how to help youth succeed in their academic classes, as well as to be independent, healthy and engaged members of their community. I have over 4 years of work experience studying the K-12 and higher educ... Read more
Nicolas
PhD Candidate at Purdue University Math Department
- $150 / h
- 13 ratings
- Palo Alto , California ( 94303 )
- 20 miles
I am a third year PhD candidate at Purdue University Math Department. I love to foster a passion for mathematics in my students and expose them to the beauty of the subject that is often neglected in traditional school curriculums. I have experience nine years of teaching experience, including AMC 8 and 10 classes with Alphastar academy, honors level math at Harker Upper School, AP Calculus AB and BC, AP Physics C Mechanics and Electromagnetism, and all ages and types of math from the ele... Read more
Tyler
Love of reading and creating extraordinary new worlds
- $35 / h
- 10 ratings
- Palo Alto , California ( 94303 )
- 20 miles
I have a love of teaching seeing students uncover hidden treasures, possibilities and magic right before their eyes is an amazing sight to witness. I am a recent graduate of SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) and I graduated with a BFA (Bachelors in Fine Arts) in ITGM (Interactive Design and Video Game Development). I also spent time working at iD Tech which is a Tech camp for people from 6-18 years old who are taught a vast amount of different programs. I have a love of reading and... Read more
Pierre
Native experienced French teacher
- $50 / h
- Palo Alto , California ( 94306 )
- 15 miles
Hi, I am Pierre! I am a teacher dedicated to French learning for students of all ages. After a curriculum in biology finalized by a Master’s degree in immunology, I supplemented my studies and my enthusiasm for humanities by obtaining a Master’s degree in science of education. I taught biology and geology in middle and high schools for two years, combining my interests in Biology and pedagogy. I have also tutored in math and science for grades 6 to 12 through one-to-one teaching. Since my... Read more
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