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Derdei B. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Derdei B.
120/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

PhD in Math with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience

Educational Background: I received my Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Lorraine, France, and have been teaching college level mathematics in the US for more than a decade. I am currently a university professor and I have taught a wide range of mathematics courses, including College Algebra, Pre-Calculus,...

5.0 (13)
120/hour
58 hours tutoring

Educational Background: I received my Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Lorraine, France, and have been teaching college level mathematics in the US for more than a decade. I am currently a university professor and I have taught a wide range of mathematics courses, including College Algebra, Pre-Calculus,...

Annie R. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Annie R.
100/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced Math & Computer Science PhD student|Discrete Math expert

I have a bachelors degree in Math-Computer Science from UCSD & a Master’s degree in Computer science from UCI. I am currently a 4th year PhD student in the CS department, where my research focuses on graphical models in Artificial Intelligence. I have 10+ years experience as a private tutor, and 6+ years of TA’ing....

5.0 (19)
100/hour
116 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 minutesNote that average response time is based on Annie’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

I have a bachelors degree in Math-Computer Science from UCSD & a Master’s degree in Computer science from UCI. I am currently a 4th year PhD student in the CS department, where my research focuses on graphical models in Artificial Intelligence. I have 10+ years experience as a private tutor, and 6+ years of TA’ing....

Anh D. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anh D.
70/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Energetic & Relatable Spanish, English & Math Tutor

I learned Prealgebra as a 7th grader and passed all three trimesters with an A. My teacher gave me very valuable tips and tricks to understand the subject. Prealgebra is easy to me now because of all the repetition and years of math under my belt, including Trigonometry, Precalculus, and Statistics.

4.5 (52)
70/hour
303 hours tutoring

I learned Prealgebra as a 7th grader and passed all three trimesters with an A. My teacher gave me very valuable tips and tricks to understand the subject. Prealgebra is easy to me now because of all the repetition and years of math under my belt, including Trigonometry, Precalculus, and Statistics.

Martha G. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Martha G.
55/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

NSF & NIH Grant Recipient, Chem Tutor 10+ years, Lab Exp 9+ years

Struggling in science and math classes? You just need the right tutor! I graduated cum laude with a BS in chemistry from Cal State Long Beach. I was accepted into all the UC's I applied to, including Berkeley's College of Chemistry, yet I went with Long Beach due to an NIH research grant I was offered. I have worked...

5.0 (79)
55/hour
413 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Struggling in science and math classes? You just need the right tutor! I graduated cum laude with a BS in chemistry from Cal State Long Beach. I was accepted into all the UC's I applied to, including Berkeley's College of Chemistry, yet I went with Long Beach due to an NIH research grant I was offered. I have worked...

Stanley H. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stanley H.
80/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Compassionate Chemistry, Physics, and Math Tutor

Hello! My name is Stan and I specialize in chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, and math. I am passionate about helping students succeed. I believe it's important to meet students where they are, to explain clearly key concepts, and work through practice problems to develop mastery. I have over 10 years of tutoring...

5.0 (131)
80/hour
906 hours tutoring

Hello! My name is Stan and I specialize in chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, and math. I am passionate about helping students succeed. I believe it's important to meet students where they are, to explain clearly key concepts, and work through practice problems to develop mastery. I have over 10 years of tutoring...

KATHERINE C. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
KATHERINE C.
55/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced and Patient Math Tutor

I will clarify concepts and strength all the arithmetic and geometry skills taught in Prealgebra. I will help students with problem solving techniques to prepare them for the more advanced Algebra classes.

5.0 (2291)
55/hour
7,522 hours tutoring
Response time: 15 minutesNote that average response time is based on KATHERINE’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 3:00 pm UTC.

I will clarify concepts and strength all the arithmetic and geometry skills taught in Prealgebra. I will help students with problem solving techniques to prepare them for the more advanced Algebra classes.

Jon S. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jon S.
30/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Patient and Knowledgeable Math and English Tutor

I am a graduate of UCLA with a bachelors degree in Mathematics and a master degree in biostatistics. I am recently retired following a four decade career in aerospace as a software engineer. While in college I tutored both young and adult students in math and chemistry and tutored both my sons in math throughout...

5.0 (6)
30/hour
24 hours tutoring

I am a graduate of UCLA with a bachelors degree in Mathematics and a master degree in biostatistics. I am recently retired following a four decade career in aerospace as a software engineer. While in college I tutored both young and adult students in math and chemistry and tutored both my sons in math throughout...

DAWNICA N. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
DAWNICA N.
80/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

UC Irvine Grad for Math and Science Tutoring

I received A's in middle and high school math courses, including prealgebra.

4.6 (16)
80/hour
76 hours tutoring

I received A's in middle and high school math courses, including prealgebra.

Susan S. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Susan S.
80/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Professional math tutor,ACT/SAT/ISEE/ASVAB,K-12,College math,Test Prep

One of Wyzant's Top 100 tutors. Susan loves tutoring math! She's professional & patient. She has a passion for tutoring & works great with students as she wants them to be successful. She has over 13,500 hours tutoring full-time and is extremely experienced. She tutors all levels of math, Common Core, pre-algebra,...

5.0 (1544)
80/hour
6,575 hours tutoring
Response time: 50 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

One of Wyzant's Top 100 tutors. Susan loves tutoring math! She's professional & patient. She has a passion for tutoring & works great with students as she wants them to be successful. She has over 13,500 hours tutoring full-time and is extremely experienced. She tutors all levels of math, Common Core, pre-algebra,...

Patrick W. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Patrick W.
125/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Cal/Stanford Grad - Former Executive For Math Tutoring

Stanford Engineering grad (3.8 GPA) w/10+ years math tutoring experience! I'm also a former executive having managed several hundred people in high tech. I know what traits hiring managers are looking for and will tutor math to you/your child with those in mind. I'm very familiar with International Baccalaureate (IB)...

5.0 (36)
125/hour
74 hours tutoring

Stanford Engineering grad (3.8 GPA) w/10+ years math tutoring experience! I'm also a former executive having managed several hundred people in high tech. I know what traits hiring managers are looking for and will tutor math to you/your child with those in mind. I'm very familiar with International Baccalaureate (IB)...

Sean J. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sean J.
65/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

An experienced engineering pro. with BSEE, tutoring math and computers

Looking at my qualifications in other math subjects, it would be easy to see why teaching Prealgebra is so second nature for me. After all, without becoming an expert at this I could not have progressed to Algebra, Linear Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Calculus. Please see the narrative of my...

5.0 (833)
65/hour
2,412 hours tutoring

Looking at my qualifications in other math subjects, it would be easy to see why teaching Prealgebra is so second nature for me. After all, without becoming an expert at this I could not have progressed to Algebra, Linear Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Calculus. Please see the narrative of my...

Melissa M. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Melissa M.
85/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Upper Level Math, Sciences, and ACT

There’s nothing more energizing than watching students push through their doubts, break through barriers, and finally master concepts that once felt completely out of reach. I love mentoring and guiding them as they grow into successful, confident learners in the fields they’re passionate about — and being a...

5.0 (228)
85/hour
898 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response time is based on Melissa’s active hours, which are 8:00 pm - 12:00 pm UTC.

There’s nothing more energizing than watching students push through their doubts, break through barriers, and finally master concepts that once felt completely out of reach. I love mentoring and guiding them as they grow into successful, confident learners in the fields they’re passionate about — and being a...

Rosa M. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rosa M.
50/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Physics, Calculus and Thermo Tutor with a Background in Engineering

Hello, I’m Rosa! A little bit about myself, I received a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and have over 9 years of experience tutoring high school and college students in Pre-Calculus, Algebra 1 & 2 and Calculus. I excelled in Chemistry, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Statics and tutored STEM college students...

5.0 (7)
50/hour
24 hours tutoring

Hello, I’m Rosa! A little bit about myself, I received a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and have over 9 years of experience tutoring high school and college students in Pre-Calculus, Algebra 1 & 2 and Calculus. I excelled in Chemistry, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, and Statics and tutored STEM college students...

Tiffany M. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tiffany M.
120/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced Chemistry Tutor

Hello! I’m Tiffany, and I love educating. I graduated summa cum laude with my Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. As a college student, I worked for the chemistry department as a TA and a tutor for general and organic chemistry. After a bit of experience working in the analytical chemistry industry, I moved on to...

120/hour
10 hours tutoring

Hello! I’m Tiffany, and I love educating. I graduated summa cum laude with my Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. As a college student, I worked for the chemistry department as a TA and a tutor for general and organic chemistry. After a bit of experience working in the analytical chemistry industry, I moved on to...

Amy R. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amy R.
40/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Ph.D. in Astrophysics | Expert Tutor in Physics, Algebra, and Calculus

I am an astrophysicist with a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of California, Irvine, with expertise in physics education and scientific data analysis. I also hold an M.S. in Physics from UCI, dual B.S. degrees in Physics and Astronomy from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (Magna Cum Laude), and an A.A. in...

5.0 (8)
40/hour
37 hours tutoring

I am an astrophysicist with a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of California, Irvine, with expertise in physics education and scientific data analysis. I also hold an M.S. in Physics from UCI, dual B.S. degrees in Physics and Astronomy from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (Magna Cum Laude), and an A.A. in...

Cecily D. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Cecily D.
50/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Patient and Passionate Chemistry Tutor

I am a recent graduate with a degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I have tutored various levels of chemistry, from lower division to upper division classes the past two years. Chemistry has always been my personal favorite and tutoring it allows me to share my love for it with others. Over the years I have...

5.0 (60)
50/hour
260 hours tutoring

I am a recent graduate with a degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I have tutored various levels of chemistry, from lower division to upper division classes the past two years. Chemistry has always been my personal favorite and tutoring it allows me to share my love for it with others. Over the years I have...

Roy A. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Roy A.
80/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

20+ Years of Teaching Experience - Mathematics PhD from Georgia Tech

Since 2002, I've been on an inspiring journey as a mathematics educator and tutor, enriching the lives of countless students. My extensive experience primarily lies in teaching college-level mathematics, shaped by a genuine passion for the subject. My academic path led me to esteemed institutions like Georgia Institute...

4.9 (23)
80/hour
58 hours tutoring
Response time: 32 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Since 2002, I've been on an inspiring journey as a mathematics educator and tutor, enriching the lives of countless students. My extensive experience primarily lies in teaching college-level mathematics, shaped by a genuine passion for the subject. My academic path led me to esteemed institutions like Georgia Institute...

Nhi P. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nhi P.
70/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

No Pain No Gain

Hello, I’m Nhi! I graduated from California State Fullerton with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, and I am planning to continue studying for a master’s in mathematics as well. I have a passion for mathematics since I was a kid, and I love to help students to understand this tough subject. I have been tutoring...

5.0 (77)
70/hour
371 hours tutoring

Hello, I’m Nhi! I graduated from California State Fullerton with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, and I am planning to continue studying for a master’s in mathematics as well. I have a passion for mathematics since I was a kid, and I love to help students to understand this tough subject. I have been tutoring...

Katherine F. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Katherine F.
100/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced, Certified, Enthusiastic Tutor: ISEE,GRE,ACT,SAT,Academic

I am an experienced teacher who loves working with students of all ages and ability levels! I possess a current Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and a Master's degree in Special Education. I have previously been certified in English, Social Studies, and Special Education, and I have experience teaching both...

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5.0 (215)
100/hour
960 hours tutoring

I am an experienced teacher who loves working with students of all ages and ability levels! I possess a current Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and a Master's degree in Special Education. I have previously been certified in English, Social Studies, and Special Education, and I have experience teaching both...

David P. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David P.
50/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Engineering, Science and Language Wizard

Motivated and passionate about teaching and making others understand difficult subjects. I am methodical and thorough in my tutoring and would be honored to help you pass your course and earn better grades. I have a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (BSME) from Purdue University. My technical background is...

4.9 (23)
50/hour
57 hours tutoring

Motivated and passionate about teaching and making others understand difficult subjects. I am methodical and thorough in my tutoring and would be honored to help you pass your course and earn better grades. I have a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (BSME) from Purdue University. My technical background is...

Bill L. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bill L.
35/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Patient and works well with students.

After having worked 30 years as an engineer for major aerospace firms, I have recently decided to retire. I can now pursue the things I like to do. One of things I like to do is to tutor. I love working with people, especially when they see significant improvement because of my help. I have been successfully...

4.9 (1482)
35/hour
3,949 hours tutoring

After having worked 30 years as an engineer for major aerospace firms, I have recently decided to retire. I can now pursue the things I like to do. One of things I like to do is to tutor. I love working with people, especially when they see significant improvement because of my help. I have been successfully...

Touba M. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Touba M.
70/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

High School and College Tutor

"If you understand Math, you can make sense of everything." With my deep knowledge of mathematics, I am confident in my ability to assist students at both the junior high school and college levels. I can help students overcome challenges in areas they might be struggling with, ensuring they gain a strong understanding...

4.9 (31)
70/hour
118 hours tutoring
Response time: 57 minutesNote that average response time is based on Touba’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

"If you understand Math, you can make sense of everything." With my deep knowledge of mathematics, I am confident in my ability to assist students at both the junior high school and college levels. I can help students overcome challenges in areas they might be struggling with, ensuring they gain a strong understanding...

Hayley G. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hayley G.
115/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Ph.D. Chemistry, College Professor and AP Chemistry Teacher

I'd love to make sure you succeed in your STEM classes! I have my PhD in Chemistry from University of California, Irvine and I graduated with high honors from Mills College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. I have over three years of instructor experience at University of California, Irvine (Chemistry...

5.0 (60)
115/hour
215 hours tutoring

I'd love to make sure you succeed in your STEM classes! I have my PhD in Chemistry from University of California, Irvine and I graduated with high honors from Mills College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. I have over three years of instructor experience at University of California, Irvine (Chemistry...

Steven B. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Steven B.
89/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced Math Tutor

I took Prealgebra, received an A and have been tutoring it for over 6 years.

5.0 (290)
89/hour
1,140 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I took Prealgebra, received an A and have been tutoring it for over 6 years.

Andrew S. Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew S.
100/hour

Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced Math Instructor, B.S. Applied Mathematics (UCLA)

Welcome to my profile! My interest in teaching started when I was a university student in Applied Mathematics at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Though I had – and still have – a strong interest in multiple subject areas, I chose math as my focus because of its importance in a broad variety of...

5.0 (590)
100/hour
3,001 hours tutoring

Welcome to my profile! My interest in teaching started when I was a university student in Applied Mathematics at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Though I had – and still have – a strong interest in multiple subject areas, I chose math as my focus because of its importance in a broad variety of...

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2 Prealgebra lessons

Ms. O was extremely patient and helped my daughter so much. It's not often that you find a teacher that really cares and she does!! She has inspired my daughter to not only understand prealgebra but excel. I thank her so much from the bottom of my hear.
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1 Prealgebra lesson

Steve taught my daughter PreAlgebra math. She has had challenges with math for a while. And Steve was thorough in explaining it to her. He allowed time to think about the answer and he also was very encouraging. I asked her what did she think about Steve. She said she wishes he was her Teacher!
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1 Prealgebra lesson

Prasad was a great tutor, who worked on prealgebra and IAAT prep. Very knowledgeable, thorough and kind. During a one hour lesson he was able to cover an entire prep test section and go over new math concepts with my son. We were very happy with the help.
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