(361) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Portola Valley
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Alisha
Art, Digital Illustration, Portfolio Prep
- $65 / h
- Cupertino , California ( 95014 )
- 15 miles
Hello!~ I am an ArtCenter Alumni with a Bachelor's of Science in Entertainment Design with a 3.95 GPA. Entertainment design is essentially worldbuilding and illustrating for animation, games, or television. I have over two decades of traditional and digital art experience and close to half a decade of tutoring experience. Professionally, I work as a Contract Concept Artist at Riot Games and help create production ready assets for their games. My mission is to synthesize the knowledge I ... Read more
Jonathan
Mechanical Engineering Student (Junior): Pre-Algebra & Algebra
- $50 / h
- Cupertino , California ( 95014 )
- 15 miles
I am currently a third year undergraduate Mechanical Engineering student at San José University. As a tutor, I create lesson plans and practice problems based on your student's individual needs to help them approach the topic through a new perspective. I have a genuine love for math and would love to see students overcome any hurdles they are struggling with. I enjoy teaching pre-algebra and algebra. In addition, I received an A- in Calculus I, a B+ in Calculus II, an A in Calculus III, an... Read more
Aleta
Anthropology specializing in Cultural Anthro and Social Sciences
- $40 / h
- Half Moon Bay , California ( 94019 )
- 20 miles
As a graduate with honors from the Anthropology major at UC Santa Cruz, with experience in cultural anthropology, physical anthropology, Native American studies, anthro theory and various research techniques including interviews, surveys and data-gathering, I would be happy to tutor all ages. I hope to widen the exposure to anthropology, a field that many people don't know about until they reach higher education. I am working towards a teaching credential, and would love to gain some expe... Read more
DAVID
BOOMERANG! creator teaches writing
- $75 / h
- La Honda , California ( 94020 )
- 30 miles
My father was a renowned writer and when I was 9 I would follow him out to his office and tap away at my own typewriter. After college I began writing for kids and, in 1990, I launched a children's audiomagazine BOOMERANG. Writing all the material for 144 full length CDs I honed my craft. For the last 10 years I have been teaching both creative and expository writing. For reluctant writers it is all about inspiration. For serious young writers i provide a toolbox to create excellence. ... Read more
Marian
Trinity College Grad for Art History, History, and English Literature
- $50 / h
- Los Altos , California ( 94024 )
- 3 miles
Hello! My name is Marian, and I am a faculty member at Foothill Community College in the Fine Arts Division. I recently graduated with my Master's in Irish Art History from Trinity College, Dublin. Prior to my Master's degree, I graduated from the University of San Francisco with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History and Arts Management. I have worked as a tutor since 2010, when I was taking courses at Foothill Community College. I have worked with college students in reading, writing, his... Read more
Jack
Sophomore at MIT studying Computer Science
- $100 / h
- Los Altos , California ( 94022 )
- 30 miles
Hi! I'm a sophomore at MIT studying Computer Science and Neuroscience with a double major in Writing. I'm passionate about how machine intelligence and human intelligence can be used to inform each other, and to that end I've been studying machine learning and have been invested in the humanities since high school. I'm adept in the tools needed to explore this area of study: calculus, statistics, computer science, and writing. I've loved teaching since I was young. In high school, I was a ... Read more
Jane
Mandarin Chinese teacher with college coursework
- $30 / h
- Los Altos , California ( 94022 )
- 20 miles
I have a bachelor's degree in French from Cornell University from 2016. I also received a TEFL Certificate from the University of Toronto in 2020. I have taken extensive coursework in Mandarin Chinese in college, including Advanced Chinese and Introduction to Classical Chinese. For Mandarin Chinese, I have been learning this language since childhood and have also taken many courses in this language. I like to tutor Mandarin Chinese, and I have experience tutoring both children and adult... Read more
Cristina
Passionate about science and teaching
- $100 / h
- Menlo Park , California ( 94025 )
- 35 miles
During my college and grad school years, I taught science classes (~10) at high school, college and PhD level. In total, I taught over 100 students either in a class setting or during private sessions. Ever since I graduate with my PhD in biochemistry (2013), I use my scientific training to make investment decisions in biotech companies. A job which allows me to be up to date with the latest scientific and medical breakthroughs. During the past 5 years, I have enjoyed being a career mento... Read more
Doris
Professional Chinese Teacher
- $80 / h
- Menlo Park , California ( 94025 )
- 25 miles
Hello, my name is Doris. I was born in Harbin, China and I speak standard Mandarin. Both of my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language. I’ve been teaching Chinese for 8 years to different age groups. I love teaching Chinese Language and culture and my lessons are fun and informative! Looking forward to meet you! Both of my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language. I’ve been teaching Chinese for 8 years to different... Read more
Jeremy
UC Berkeley Graduate Neuroscience and Psychology Tutor
- $75 / h
- Menlo Park , California ( 94025 )
- 40 miles
Hi! I'm Jeremy. I would really enjoy helping you to better understand, prepare for, and excel in your psychology and/or neuroscience classes! I am passionate about teaching these subjects in a clear, fun, and systematic manner so you enjoy the process learning the material, fully understand what you are learning, and are in a position to excel on your exams. You will leave each of our sessions with a detailed summary of key concepts and notes that will aid your preparation. I also rea... Read more
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