(361) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Portola Valley
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Tobi
Biosciences Mentor
- $99 / h
- 1193 ratings
- Redwood City , California ( 94062 )
- 10 miles
Are you feeling stressed or anxious about your biology course? Maybe you're struggling with a difficult test or need help with a lab or special project. Or perhaps you're simply looking to level up your understanding of biology. Maybe you’re a parent looking to help their child. Whatever your situation may be, I'm here to help! With over 25 years of experience studying and researching bioscience topics, I specialize in making complex biology easy and even fun to understand. As a graduate o... Read more
Rolando
Spanish Teacher/Tutor
- $80 / h
- Redwood City , California ( 94061 )
- 10 miles
I was born and raised in Mexico City. I have 20+ years of experience teaching, coaching, mentoring and tutoring in the following fields/subjects: Spanish, guitar and songwriting. I moved to the Bay Area 17 years ago and have been a teacher for both Public schools and one of the most prestigious Independent schools in the Bay Area. I am currently an Upper School Spanish Teacher and Site Director for the Peninsula Bridge Summer Program. I have been a teacher for 14 years and I have Tutored midd... Read more
Jean
Clear, Concise, Experienced GMAT and SAT Tutor
- $95 / h
- 12 ratings
- Redwood City , California ( 94063 )
- 15 miles
EXPERIENCE and PHILOSOPHY: With a GMAT score of 740, SAT Math + Verbal score of 1500, I joined a Varsity Tutors in the beginning of 2016 and have logged well over 300 hours of test prep time for the GMAT, SAT and high school math. Since April 2017, I've been working as a lead GMAT tutor for Stacy Blackman Consulting. Using customized lesson plans and homework sets, I've helped students increase their scores in the GMAT between 30-60 points with only 8 sessions and have helped students takin... Read more
Garey
Doctor of Policy Science, veteran technologist, and lecturer.
- $50 / h
- Redwood City , California ( 94061 )
- 10 miles
I have tutored in the past in a variety of subject areas. As a motivational speaker I traveled the Country speaking at high schools to encourage students about their academics and general preparation for being positive contributors as adults. I've been a student of engineering and science, aviation and space, human development, athletic performance, public policy, and the performing arts. All of which informs my style and approach to tutoring. What I really enjoy about tutoring is the... Read more
Daniel
Effective Spanish Tutor Specializing in science and business fields
- $65 / h
- Redwood City , California ( 94061 )
- 20 miles
I have over 20 years in academic positions in Hispanic universities in different fields, thus my specialty is to train for a successful path to business persons and professionals who must be relocated in every place with official Spanish language. I am MD specialized in management and have a lot of experience about science, business or creative literature (reading, writing and performing). I set your learning to include games, techniques and multi-sensory stimulation for a natural verbal flu... Read more
Jeff
Computer Science Tutor with Industry and Teaching Experience
- $50 / h
- 27 ratings
- Redwood City , California ( 94062 )
- 10 miles
I first discovered my enjoyment of tutoring as a teaching assistant for the introductory computer science course at Brown University. As a teaching assistant, I met with students to assist them with labs, to discuss homework, projects, and lectures, and to do in-person grading of assignments. I grew to enjoy "TA-ing" so much that I moved on to become Head TA of the course, where I helped to design the lecture material, and occasionally gave lectures when the Professor was absent. After g... Read more
Andrew
Reading, writing and sports lover
- $35 / h
- Redwood City , California ( 94062 )
- 20 miles
I've always had a passion for sports, the truth and helping people. I would describe myself as a relaxed, but at the same time, energetic person. When working with the kids at school I am very patient and I always keep the activities fun and exciting. I never want to be too slack or too forceful, I always want to be somewhere in between, staying balanced is key. Playing baseball for 12 years taught me a lot of valuable life lessons. It taught me how to be disciplined and that working hard eve... Read more
Quinn
Professional, Experienced Engineer Skilled in STEM and Business
- $35 / h
- 3 ratings
- Redwood City , California ( 94062 )
- 15 miles
Hi there! I'm Quinn. I'm an experienced professional looking to rekindle my passion for helping students be successful in their educational endeavors, particularly in STEM-related areas. I graduated summa cum laude and as valedictorian of my college, with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and minor in Business, continuing on to receive a M.S. in Engineering from Stanford while working in parallel. My approach is always to find what works for the individual student I'm working with for a pa... Read more
Tomoko
Native Japanese with 20 years of Business Experience
- $70 / h
- 2 ratings
- Redwood City , California ( 94062 )
- 10 miles
I am committed to helping you reach your ultimate goal for learning Japanese by customizing teaching methods and materials that interest you most. My advice is that you can retain the language if you can apply your knowledge to real situations. Just like any other study subjects, curiosity is a key to master the language. For high school/college students, the benefit of learning Japanese from me is that I experimented many different methods when I was a language learner, and can share m... Read more
Marina
Experienced educator specialized in early childhood education
- $75 / h
- 11 ratings
- Redwood City , California ( 94065 )
- 40 miles
I have an early childhood education certification and have taught K-5 grade. I have a graduate degree in Educational Psychology and focused for many years on better understanding learning and the brain. I run a private school in Redwood City and LOVE tutoring students in the community in my free time! I have extensive experience working with mixed learners in all subject areas. I specialize in study skills to support students in their educational experiences. Social and emotional developme... Read more
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