Patient, Helpful and Influencial. Learning can be fun.

Hello. My name is Margarita and I graduated from Cal State LA with an Honors Bachelor's Degree in Biology. I have tutored students from elementary and middle school levels in subjects like math, science, and English. In addition I have also worked with elders as old as 89 years old in general computers. I have tutored undergraduate students working on their Bachelor's as well as Graduates working on their Master's degrees. I am a very friendly, but serious person. I do my best to help students with a concept until they completely understand. I use strategies like having them teach me after they feel like they can grasp the concept. I use this method because I feel it gives the students more confidence. I also always go back to review all we have focused on to make sure they understand the lesson. Of course, when I suspect confusion I always ask if they need more explanation. I treat all students equally no matter the age. I know that some may have a harder time learning certain materials, but that should not get in their way of gaining knowledge. I believe in order for a student to learn something they must have some interest in the topic. There is always a fun approach to learning and I think I can not only help a student learn, but I can help them have fun at the same time.

Margarita's Subjects

Math:	algebra 1, algebra 2, prealgebra, precalculus, SAT math, trigonometry
Science:	anatomy, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, organic chemistry, physics
English:	English, SAT reading, SAT writing, vocabulary, writing
Test Preparation:	SAT math, SAT reading, SAT writing
Computer:	general computer, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Language:	Spanish
Special Needs:	dyslexia, phonics, special needs
Elementary Education:	elementary (k-6th), phonics, spelling, study skills, vocabulary
Business:	Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Corporate Training:	general computer, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Spanish
Homeschool:	algebra 1, algebra 2, chemistry, elementary (k-6th), English, physics, prealgebra, precalculus, SAT math, SAT reading, Spanish, study skills, writing

Elementary (K-6th)

In the past I have tutored two 6th graders in subjects like general Math, Science, and English. I try to mentor students toward gaining a good understanding of all subjects they may have difficulty with. Three things are needed to succeed in learning. Patience is one skill we must obtain before learning a challenging concept. Determination is another very important tool we need to use in order to reach success. The last thing we need to accomplish our goals is hard work. As long as we do our best... Read More

General Computer

I have more than 10 years of computer experience. I have already passed the Microsoft and Excel tests and am looking forward to being given the opportunity to assist people with general needs of computers. Over the years handling computers has become common knowledge. I believe computers are less complicated than people assume. It just takes time to get to know ones system and that I am willing to help with for each student.

Study Skills

I was a college peer counselor a few years back and to this day, as a college student, I preach that study skills and time management are important skills a student should have to be successful in both education and life. Some approaches to studying include: flashcards, reading, note-taking, writing out, reciting, teaching to another person, etc. Although there are numerous ways a person could study everyone has their own approach that works best for them. The important thing is to try the different... Read More

Genetics

I completed a Genetics course at Cal State, Los Angeles, last December 2009. I'm currently involved in research studies investigating gene expression of ID1 and ID2. These genes have been implicated with some cancers and we are studying its regulation and dysregulation during cell differentiation. I am also currently taking a Cell Biology course that covers the detail aspects of DNA. I am also very familiar and work well with punnet squares, monohybrid, and dihybrids problems.

Organic Chemistry

I have taken over a hand full of upper division organic chemistry series courses at Cal State LA earning all A's in the lectures and B's in the laboratory courses. I am confident I can help any student struggling in organic chemistry grasp a better understanding of concepts. Organic chemistry is one of the subjects I enjoyed studying in undergrad.

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Education

California State University, Los Angeles (Biology)

Very clear, very patient - excellent tutor! — Margarita helped my daughter for about two months prior to the end of the school year to help with prep for finals. She was excellent! My daughter learned so much in a very short period. Margarita was just fantastic: very clear in presentation of ideas, very patient, very personable. Always a very welcome presence in the house. This was my first time using a tutor and Margarita has now set the bar ...

— Hiroko from Glendale, CA

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