(361) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Portola Valley
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Theresa
Enthusiastic STEM tutor with more than a decade of experience
- $75 / h
- 8 ratings
- Santa Clara , California ( 95050 )
- 17 miles
I have tutored for more than a decade across a broad spectrum of ages and subjects. I love biology, chemistry, physics and math, and, as part of helping my students to excel in their academic goals, I've also come to enjoy teaching the strategies and expectations involved in test-taking. As a tutor, my biggest strengths are patience in finding multiple ways to explain topics and enthusiasm for the wonder of science and math. I find it exhilarating to watch students' eyes light up as they fina... Read more
Smit
Grade 5 to College Math + Test Prep (SAT, ACT, TEAS, TSI, GED, ASVAB)
- $85 / h
- Santa Clara , California ( 95050 )
- 40 miles
My name is Smit. I have completed my undergraduate degree in Mathematics from Santa Clara University. I have 7+ years of experience tutoring mathematics from elementary school all the way through the collegiate level. I have tutored subjects ranging from arithmetic, algebra, and geometry, to calculus and differential equations. I began tutoring my younger siblings in these subjects when they had trouble themselves. I even began attending review sessions to help my teacher explain topics to ot... Read more
Subha
Experienced Teacher with 5+ Years of Expertise Providing Comprehe
- $70 / h
- Santa Clara , California ( 95051 )
- 20 miles
I am an experienced finance teacher with a strong background in finance and accounting. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance and a Master's degree in Finance . In addition, I am a certified CFA and have completed various professional development courses in finance and accounting. With over 5 years of tutoring and teaching experience, I have developed effective teaching methods and approaches that have helped my students achieve academic success. My teaching style is tailored to each stude... Read more
Esther
UCSB Student For English and Math Tutoring
- $100 / h
- 1 rating
- Santa Clara , California ( 95051 )
- 0 miles
Hi! I'm Esther. I'm studying econ & accounting at UC Santa Barbara. I’ve had 2+ years of experience being a volunteer online tutor for multiple subjects from 1st-12th grade. Not only have I created individualized lesson plans for students to get ahead in school but also assisted students in developing study skills and provided homework help for those struggling in school. I've had 30+ hours of experience ESL online tutoring 1:1 for elementary students in vocab, reading comprehension, gram... Read more
Roman
Experienced Non-Native Spanish Speaker & Tutor
- $40 / h
- 2 ratings
- Santa Clara , California ( 95054 )
- 15 miles
Greetings, my name is Roman. Currently, I am a student at De Anza College pursuing a career in law enforcement. My experience tutoring Spanish originated in high school, where I would render academic assistance to peers who needed further understanding of class work, as well as test preparation. I started learning Spanish as a High School freshman in August of 2015 and ended up achieving full fluency in a little under three years. Throughout my high school career, I took a total of four S... Read more
Emmanuel
Advance English tutor for writing, reading, analysis and rhetoric
- $100 / h
- Santa Clara , California ( 95050 )
- 30 miles
I am a passionate educator with over 15 years of experience teaching college and adult learning students. My college-level courses covered subjects from College Prep English, Basic College English, English literature, poetry, rhetoric, business, Queer Studies, and all the way to Graduate level classes. I find it extremely rewarding when my students can understand complex ideas, and after working with me, they feel accomplished. Working one-on-one is a special kind of teaching since you really... Read more
Damien
Math/SAT/ACT tutor - PhD / Stanford Post Doc Alumni
- $125 / h
- Santa Clara , California ( 95051 )
- 15 miles
I am a graduate from one of the 3 best engineering schools in France, with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering for which I earned national and international awards, with around 20 journal articles/proceeding/conference papers published. Since a little child, inspired by my mum who is a teacher, I am passionate about tutoring and helping classmate improving their understanding. From elementary school, where I helped friends improve their reading/writing skills, to Stanford where I was a Teachin... Read more
Nirha
Experienced tutor in High School Maths, Physics and CS.
- $30 / h
- 11 ratings
- Santa Clara , California ( 95051 )
- 10 miles
I am a Software Engineer at Apple Inc. and did my Bachelors in Computer Science and Mathematics from UC San Diego. While I was in 11th and 12th grade, I tutored students in Math and Physics for their 10th grade board exams. In addition, I tutored for 12th grade boards after my graduation. I was also tutoring in school subjects during my high school years. I tutored students locally in San Diego for Mathematics and also at UCSD for 3 years for Java and Advanced Data Structures. I would like... Read more
Shawn
English Tutor & Writing Coach
- $80 / h
- 4 ratings
- Santa Clara , California ( 95050 )
- 30 miles
I am currently a candidate for the MA in English literature at San Francisco State University. I currently serve as an instructional aide for both the English and Public Health departments where I assist with maintaining attendance records, lead class discussions, give presentations, hold peer office hours, proctor exams, offer technological support, and assist with preliminary evaluations of student work. I am also employed with the academic support center on campus where I provide tutoria... Read more
Rachel
Knowledgeable Proofreader, College Application and Personal Statement
- $35 / h
- 22 ratings
- Santa Clara , California ( 95051 )
- 0 miles
I am currently pursuing a B.A. in English with a double minor in Professional Writing and Education at UC Davis. I am caring and patient and am willing to go the extra mile to help my peers succeed. I specialize in tutoring reading and writing to elementary/middle school students as well as proofreading/editing UC College Essay Applications. I have 6+ years tutoring and teaching students how to effectively read and improve their writing skills. Having finished my own applications, I have ... Read more
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