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Oakland, CA
My background is in Marketing and Public Relations. After many years I wanted a change. I decided to go to Costa Rica for my TEFL Certification to learn to teach English as a Second Language (ESL). I’ve been teaching now for 10 years. I...
My background is in Marketing and Public Relations. After many years I wanted a change. I decided to go to Costa Rica for my TEFL Certification to learn to teach English as a Second Language (ESL). I’ve been teaching now for 10 years. I...

Oakland, CA
I'm Tom! I designed and completed one of the world's first interdisciplinary doctorates in AI Ethics at UC Berkeley. Before that, I first earned a Bachelor's degree, double majoring in Philosophy and Sociology and earning a Best Senior Thesis...
I'm Tom! I designed and completed one of the world's first interdisciplinary doctorates in AI Ethics at UC Berkeley. Before that, I first earned a Bachelor's degree, double majoring in Philosophy and Sociology and earning a Best Senior Thesis...

Berkeley, CA
As a tutor and as a teacher I strive to reveal and encourage the natural curiosity that we all have inside of us, as it takes bravery and humility to admit what we don't know. I majored in the History of Western Mathematics and Science, as well as...
As a tutor and as a teacher I strive to reveal and encourage the natural curiosity that we all have inside of us, as it takes bravery and humility to admit what we don't know. I majored in the History of Western Mathematics and Science, as well as...

San Francisco, CA
I served students for 9 years as a high school English teacher (grades 8-12). I prepared my students for ACT reading, SAT reading, and multiple other high-stakes tests. I served students for 13 years as an instructional leader (principal...
I served students for 9 years as a high school English teacher (grades 8-12). I prepared my students for ACT reading, SAT reading, and multiple other high-stakes tests. I served students for 13 years as an instructional leader (principal...
Stephen is a "10!" We feel so fortunate to have found him to work with our freshman student across the board in many of his subjects. Stephen is patient and skilled. - Abra, 113 lessons with Stephen

Oakland, CA
I have extensive experience teaching reading comprehension and standardized-test strategies to middle school, high school, and college students. I spent three years providing literacy instruction in Bronx middle schools and have also taught at the...
I have extensive experience teaching reading comprehension and standardized-test strategies to middle school, high school, and college students. I spent three years providing literacy instruction in Bronx middle schools and have also taught at the...

San Francisco, CA
I have twelve years of experience teaching programming, test prep, statistics, finance, and business courses. I have authored five textbooks on Python Statistics, Python Machine Learning, Python Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, and...
I have twelve years of experience teaching programming, test prep, statistics, finance, and business courses. I have authored five textbooks on Python Statistics, Python Machine Learning, Python Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, and...
Bernard is thorough, knowledgeable, and patient. He is also very flexible. Great tutor! He explains fundamental concepts and helps students work through their problems in an organized manner. - Tommie or Nichole, 17 lessons with Bernard

Emeryville, CA
Hello! My name is Madeline (Maddie) Alvendia Johnson, B.A., E.d.M. I am an educator, activist, and life-long learner based in Oakland, California. I received my B.A. in History from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where I graduated...
Hello! My name is Madeline (Maddie) Alvendia Johnson, B.A., E.d.M. I am an educator, activist, and life-long learner based in Oakland, California. I received my B.A. in History from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where I graduated...
Madeline had taught me about speaking in English. I had worried about that maybe she can frustrate about my language skill. But she had kindly waited until the end of my talk. I had felt very thankful about her kindness. And sh... - Jinho, 23 lessons with Madeline

San Francisco, CA
Perfect 36 ACT Reading and Writing
Perfect 36 ACT Reading and Writing

San Francisco, CA
I have an expertise in education and financial solutions. In my previous experience, I have also worked in South Florida mentoring in a Florida high school where I also conducted testing for ESL students, and reading comprehension and math...
I have an expertise in education and financial solutions. In my previous experience, I have also worked in South Florida mentoring in a Florida high school where I also conducted testing for ESL students, and reading comprehension and math...

Oakland, CA
Recently, I worked in 7th and 8th grade math classes as an in-class tutor. I currently tutor math and science for middle and high school students in an after-school education program. My tutoring philosophy is that if there is a student who...
Recently, I worked in 7th and 8th grade math classes as an in-class tutor. I currently tutor math and science for middle and high school students in an after-school education program. My tutoring philosophy is that if there is a student who...

San Francisco, CA
Hi, I'm Sam! I completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science in 2015 and have worked as a software engineer with a focus on full-stack web development for over 6 years since then. I also have over a year of experience teaching web development...
Hi, I'm Sam! I completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science in 2015 and have worked as a software engineer with a focus on full-stack web development for over 6 years since then. I also have over a year of experience teaching web development...
Samantha is helping me get back into coding after a 3-year hiatus. She is knowledgeable, patient, and an excellent communicator! I would recommend her to anyone looking to expand or build upon their skills. Samantha also proved t... - Amy, 17 lessons with Samantha

Oakland, CA
With 8+ years as an ACT Tutor, I have plenty of experience tutoring students to excellent scores, including some students to the 95%+ percentile. The key to excelling in ACT Reading is to understand how passages are structured as to...
With 8+ years as an ACT Tutor, I have plenty of experience tutoring students to excellent scores, including some students to the 95%+ percentile. The key to excelling in ACT Reading is to understand how passages are structured as to...
In my quest to better my standardized test scores, I came across Randy while looking for SAT tutors. Despite my preparing to take the SAT, Randy suggested that I try an ACT practice test. I scored a 29 with no prior preparation, a... - Qingyuan, 15 lessons with Randy

San Francisco, CA
Hello VC Students and professionals, Let me share what you can expect when working with me, along with some information about my education, experience, skills, and hobbies. Whether you’re coming to me to help with VC work, professional...
Hello VC Students and professionals, Let me share what you can expect when working with me, along with some information about my education, experience, skills, and hobbies. Whether you’re coming to me to help with VC work, professional...
I recommend her in Engineering management courses and the MBA program. She takes time to dissect each problem to help identify the question or error. I'm looking forward to working with her in the future. - Aly

San Francisco, CA
I have been tutoring since 2005 in various subjects such as high school and college math, SAT/ACT test prep, high school and college biology including chemistry and physics. My education is in Molecular and Cell Biology from University of...
I have been tutoring since 2005 in various subjects such as high school and college math, SAT/ACT test prep, high school and college biology including chemistry and physics. My education is in Molecular and Cell Biology from University of...

Berkeley, CA
Additionally, I have worked with students who have gotten into highly selective schools such as UChicago and Wellesley. Throughout my academic career, this is what I've achieved: I scored a composite 35 on ACT: Reading (35), Math...
Additionally, I have worked with students who have gotten into highly selective schools such as UChicago and Wellesley. Throughout my academic career, this is what I've achieved: I scored a composite 35 on ACT: Reading (35), Math...

San Francisco, CA
36/36 on English, Reading, and Science sections of the ACT.
36/36 on English, Reading, and Science sections of the ACT.

Alameda, CA
I recently graduated from Stanford University with a B.A. in Economics. In high school, I scored in the top percentile for all subjects in the ACT exam, including Reading. And I have been working a professional high school tutor for...
I recently graduated from Stanford University with a B.A. in Economics. In high school, I scored in the top percentile for all subjects in the ACT exam, including Reading. And I have been working a professional high school tutor for...

Berkeley, CA
Hi, I'm Phillip. I have a bachelor's in math from UC Berkeley, and have passed multiple junior level computer science, physics, and statistics courses as well. I have always loved math and it's applications. I have also always loved tutoring,...
Hi, I'm Phillip. I have a bachelor's in math from UC Berkeley, and have passed multiple junior level computer science, physics, and statistics courses as well. I have always loved math and it's applications. I have also always loved tutoring,...
Phillip was extremely responsive when I was frantically looking for someone to help my child prepare for a math test. My daughter said he’s super smart and was able to explain the concepts she needed in a way that allowed her to u... - Vicky

Oakland, CA
As a PhD Scientist in Bioengineering, I bring a unique combination of deep technical expertise and years of practical teaching experience to my students. Throughout my academic career, I have mentored undergraduate students, guided applicants...
As a PhD Scientist in Bioengineering, I bring a unique combination of deep technical expertise and years of practical teaching experience to my students. Throughout my academic career, I have mentored undergraduate students, guided applicants...
My son has been struggling in Algebra 1 and in particular, has a number of assignments that he was given the opportunity to resubmit to bring is grade up. We are so fortunate to have found Zoe to help with this. She quickly came... - Christopher, 2 lessons with Zoe

Berkeley, CA
I can help with Reading comprehension, pros fiction, social science, humanities, natural science.
I can help with Reading comprehension, pros fiction, social science, humanities, natural science.
Ben is so great! I was a little nervous, because I haven't studied for anything in 10 years. Ben was motivating and enthusiastic about the subject (the math portion of the GRE). He took the time to explain to me the "whys", so the... - Johanna, 10 lessons with Ben

I am intimately familiar with the concepts and skills a student must master in order to be successful on the ACT Reading section—and how to help them do so within the time constraints of the test. To optimize our sessions and their...
I am intimately familiar with the concepts and skills a student must master in order to be successful on the ACT Reading section—and how to help them do so within the time constraints of the test. To optimize our sessions and their...
Lenore is an amazing tutor! I feel much more confident and less stressed about the SAT. She’s taught me to recognize what they're testing me on before I start answering a question and has given me a plan for going about each quest... - Laurel, 17 lessons with Lenore

I have extensive experience teaching the reading comprehension, writing, and vocabulary skills required for a top score on the ACT Reading. As a professional writer, editor, and college instructor, I provide expert guidance on analyzing...
I have extensive experience teaching the reading comprehension, writing, and vocabulary skills required for a top score on the ACT Reading. As a professional writer, editor, and college instructor, I provide expert guidance on analyzing...
Kelsey has been an incredible help to my daughter in preparing for her SAT verbal over the past month. She quickly identified the areas that needed focus and provided countless tips and strategies that are spot-on. She also makes ... - Ying, 8 lessons with Kelsey

• Experience helping students analyze passages and identify key ideas quickly • Strong focus on ACT Reading question types including main idea, inference, and evidence questions • Skilled at teaching strategies for reading efficiently...
• Experience helping students analyze passages and identify key ideas quickly • Strong focus on ACT Reading question types including main idea, inference, and evidence questions • Skilled at teaching strategies for reading efficiently...
I really enjoy the way James explains things. He is very patient and takes the time to make sure everything is clear and easy to understand. He explains difficult topics in a simple way, which makes the learning process much easie... - Mayra, 4 lessons with James

With over eight years of experience teaching advanced English at both the high school and college levels, I help students master the strategies and skills needed to excel on the ACT Reading section. My background in AP English and literary...
With over eight years of experience teaching advanced English at both the high school and college levels, I help students master the strategies and skills needed to excel on the ACT Reading section. My background in AP English and literary...
Aric is an outstanding teacher. My daughter Aima has taken two lessons with him, during which Aric successfully identified the fundamental reason why she had been struggling to improve her writing. In subsequent tutoring sessions,... - Li, 110 lessons with Aric

I have 2+ years tutoring ACT prep with a national tutoring company, and tutoring ACT Reading is a unique challenge I enjoy. Reading for the ACT requires focus and the ability to think critically, so I focus my tutoring on teaching best...
I have 2+ years tutoring ACT prep with a national tutoring company, and tutoring ACT Reading is a unique challenge I enjoy. Reading for the ACT requires focus and the ability to think critically, so I focus my tutoring on teaching best...
Highly recommend! She is an amazing tutor who created a custom plan tailored exactly to my needs, even within a very tight timeframe. She is incredibly organized, helpful, and makes learning fun. Thanks to her guidance, I raised m... - Ramy, 9 lessons with Meg
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