The Best Study Skills Tutors in Pasadena, CA

Hi! I’m Janani, an elite, results-driven tutor trained at the University of Southern California, where I studied Artificial Intelligence for Business on the Pre-Med track. With 6+ years of experience, I’ve helped students of all ages excel in AI, languages, English, Spanish, math, music, and more. My secret? A...See Janani's full profile

Hello! My name is Danielle and I have worked as an English teacher in both public and private schools. I love helping students develop their writing skills, craft thoughtful essays and read critically. I enjoy sharing my passion for literature and giving students the tools they need to become strong writers. I am happy...See Danielle's full profile

Hi! I'm Abhiravi, but you can call me Abhi. I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. I was also part of the California State University, Los Angeles Honors college. My learning philosophy is inspired by the teachers and professors whose lessons still stick with me today. I encourage curiosity,...See Abhiravi's full profile

As a graduate of UC Berkeley, not only did I have a full course load each semester, but I also worked part-time at the law library and actively participated in club organizations. I utilized my study skills by allocating time each Sunday to plan for the following week and to determine what priorities were of...See Mel's full profile

As a PhD student in Biomedical Engineering with a degree in Biology and Chemistry (summa cum laude), my exceptionally strong background in STEM allows me to break down complex scientific principles and explain them to a student of any grade level. My in depth knowledge of biology, chemistry, and math makes me perfect...See Stephanie's full profile

There are 12 components to excellent study skills. They are as follows: 1. Manage your time; 2. Study in 20 - 50 minute chunks; 3. Find a good study spot; 4. Clear your mind; 5. Snack smart whle you study; 6. Rewrite your notes at home; 7. Learn the most important facts first; 8. Make flash cards; 9. If...See Izzy 's full profile

I have worked as a tutor and teacher's assistant in regular public school and special education milieu. I have worked with all levels from preschool through high school and adult. I acquired study skills during my college educational process and can help students find ways to solve and break down problems...See Zsanine's full profile

Hello! I'm a Spanish/ESL Teacher with over 17 years of experience teaching all ages and levels. I've worked with large groups, small groups, and given private lessons for both English and Spanish learners. I'm also trained in Musical Theater and a certified Yoga teacher. I have a BFA in Dance and a M.Ed. in...See Melisa's full profile

Hi! I’m Julia, a tutor with over 5 years of experience working with elementary and middle school students. I love helping kids become stronger readers and writers while also building the confidence they need to succeed in school. I earned my B.A. in Literature and Creative Writing from the University of California,...See Julia's full profile

In addition to my extensive tutoring and teaching background, I work at McLean Hospital's Pathways Academy with students who struggle with study skills, as well as documented learning challenges and mental difficulties.See Amani's full profile

I have been a former adjunct professor at the university level for 20 years (CSULA, CAL POLY POMONA, and USC). I have also worked as a tutor in West San Gabriel Valley for 15 years. Throughout these experiences, I've had the joy of inspiring and coaching students to develop effective study strategies that work for...See Elizabeth's full profile

Over the years, I have worked with many students in the area of study skills. In fact, a large part of any tutoring involves providing structure and accountability to students so that they develop good study skills. I also have, however, different materials that help students focus on study skills...See Aline's full profile

I graduated from the University of Southern California (USC) with a B.S. in Business Administration and a B.A. in Theatre. I specialize in K-12 Math and K-8 English Language Arts (ELA), including reading comprehension, writing, grammar, study skills, and academic coaching. Over the past several years, I have...See Cameron's full profile

As a lifelong learner and Harvard graduate who consistently took maximum credits each semester, I know firsthand the importance of effective study skills in managing large volumes of information across diverse subjects. My ability to focus on the right material at the right time was crucial as I balanced demanding...See Muriel's full profile

Over the past ten years, I have primarily been working as an executive function coach, assisting ADHD high school and college students with their overall academic loads. As a part of this, I need to teach student skills such as notetaking, outlining, how to review material, and how to use flashcards and mnemonics to...See Deirdre's full profile

I have experience generating calendars, schedules, and programs of study for high school and college students. I instruct students on how to read a text, how to take notes, how to create formula sheets for their personal use, how to store information for later use and citation in a paper, and how to organize their...See Ryan's full profile

I earned my honors A.B. from Harvard in 2008, and my teaching certificate in 2009 through Teach for America. Since 2008, I have taught hundreds of students strategies to help them do well on standardized tests; the results speak for themselves. My college admissions students have seen gains of as much as 300 points on...See Michael's full profile

I've worked in tandem with a PhD learning specialist who focused on study skills, so I combine his strategies with my ability to help out with homework and make learning fun and engaging. A lot of what I do is help kids cultivate time management, connect with their motivation, and catch up (and then excel) in...See Will's full profile

I am a rising senior at MIT (Class of 2027) and a tutor with several years of experience tutoring students of all ages one-on-one in math, science, English, writing, standardized test prep, and college applications. Over the past eight years, I have worked in a variety of settings, including as a private tutor, a...See Vanessa's full profile

My father learned how to study from observing the habits of his A+ classmates in medical school then eventually surpassed them in grades. I used the same game plan while studying for all my prep school exams and always got through with flying colors. I’ll show your child those same proven formula study tricks, short...See Jefferson's full profile

A quotation hanging in my classroom reads: "The whole world opened to me when I learned to read." I teach because I know the power and joy of reading. I know that students who love to read will learn to read and will feel successful in school. I know that feeling successful in school helps students to confidently take on...See Savannah's full profile

Hello, I’m Jason! I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from California State University, Fullerton, and a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. During my graduate studies, I had the opportunity to serve as a teaching associate, leading several undergraduate engineering...See Jason's full profile

I gained a behavioral and psychological approach to organizational skills at UCSF, where I worked for 6+ years. I have been supporting students with study skills for 10+ years. Sometimes these sessions are simple 30-minute online meetings, and other times they involve support with homework, classwork and...See Matthew's full profile

Other resources I would teach a student to use effectively include peer study groups, the Internet, and the teachers' after- and before-class time. In combination, the study skills that I can teach a student will almost guarantee a top grade. In very short periods of time, I have had success in helping...See Scott's full profile

Along with practical experience in organization and active reading, I have taken several workshops and read many books on study skills. Regardless of the subject I am teaching, I always incorporate effective study strategies into the curriculum. I cover topics like organizational techniques, scheduling, designing...See Sharon's full profile