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Sophie V. Near Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sophie V.
65/hour

Near Santa Cruz, CA

French Tutor from France

Bonjour! I offer Customized French tutoring for middle school and high school students, homeschoolers and adults. Learning French can be one of the most rewarding educational opportunity. As a French native I am passionate about teaching and...

5.0 (254)
65/hour
951 hours tutoring

Bonjour! I offer Customized French tutoring for middle school and high school students, homeschoolers and adults. Learning French can be one of the most rewarding educational opportunity. As a French native I am passionate about teaching and...

Matthew I. Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew I.
79/hour

Santa Cruz, CA

Guitar and Production Lessons w/ A Pro Guitarist and Producer

I'm offering in person lessons and live video lessons using Zoom. I teach Guitar, Music Production with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools and Music Theory/Songwriting. I'm available for in home lessons in the Santa Cruz and San Jose areas, or...

5.0 (158)
79/hour
286 hours tutoring

I'm offering in person lessons and live video lessons using Zoom. I teach Guitar, Music Production with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools and Music Theory/Songwriting. I'm available for in home lessons in the Santa Cruz and San Jose areas, or...

Brennan H. Near Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brennan H.
80/hour

Near Santa Cruz, CA

Experienced Tutor in Statistics and Data Science

I have a master's degree in mathematical statistics with experience as a teaching assistant and tutoring during my graduate studies. As such I am very open to teaching any level of statistics and probability as well as the R programming language...

4.8 (75)
80/hour
302 hours tutoring

I have a master's degree in mathematical statistics with experience as a teaching assistant and tutoring during my graduate studies. As such I am very open to teaching any level of statistics and probability as well as the R programming language...

Anya K. Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anya K.
100/hour

Santa Cruz, CA

Experienced chemistry, biology, math, english and MCAT tutor

I'm Anya! I graduated with a degree in biochemistry with honors, worked in cancer research for 2 years, and now am a doctoral student in Clinical psychology. I have over 7 years of experience tutoring students in all different settings with many...

5.0 (10)
100/hour
56 hours tutoring

I'm Anya! I graduated with a degree in biochemistry with honors, worked in cancer research for 2 years, and now am a doctoral student in Clinical psychology. I have over 7 years of experience tutoring students in all different settings with many...

Kayla P. Near Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kayla P.
65/hour

Near Santa Cruz, CA

Top-Rated Chem, Bio & DAT Tutor|8+ Years Helping Students Succeed

Hi everyone! My name is Kayla, and I'm a Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant and Specialized Orthodontic Assistant. I have a strong background in tutoring a wide range of biology, chemistry, and organic chemistry classes--from high school to...

5.0 (224)
65/hour
1,135 hours tutoring

Hi everyone! My name is Kayla, and I'm a Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant and Specialized Orthodontic Assistant. I have a strong background in tutoring a wide range of biology, chemistry, and organic chemistry classes--from high school to...

Scott R. Near Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Scott R.
130/hour

Near Santa Cruz, CA

Former Apple and NeXT Engineer Specializing in UIKit and SwiftUI

I hold both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Computer Science from University of Washington and UC Berkeley. I have taught many thousands of students at all levels while working for Sun, NeXT, and Apple over the span of three decades. I am...

5.0 (77)
130/hour
134 hours tutoring

I hold both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Computer Science from University of Washington and UC Berkeley. I have taught many thousands of students at all levels while working for Sun, NeXT, and Apple over the span of three decades. I am...

Andrew M. Near Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew M.
80/hour

Near Santa Cruz, CA

Certified Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Math Teacher M.Ed., AP Tutor

I greatly enjoy helping people learn, and would like to help you as well. I am a licensed teacher and online tutor with years of teaching and tutoring experience. I have taught Science and Math for 7 years at various grade levels in Public Schools...

5.0 (375)
80/hour
1,153 hours tutoring

I greatly enjoy helping people learn, and would like to help you as well. I am a licensed teacher and online tutor with years of teaching and tutoring experience. I have taught Science and Math for 7 years at various grade levels in Public Schools...

Suzana S. Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Suzana S.
160/hour

Santa Cruz, CA

Multivar Calc, Linear Alg, Calc I/II, SAT Math, Alg, Trig, Geometry

I am a Mathematics Lecturer at UC Santa Cruz with over 10 years of college-level teaching experience and a PhD in Mathematics. I tutor a wide range of math subjects, from high school to advanced university courses. Subjects include: Algebra,...

5.0 (891)
160/hour
1,850 hours tutoring
Response time: 21 minutesNote that average response time is based on Suzana’s active hours, which are 12:00 am - 11:00 am UTC.

I am a Mathematics Lecturer at UC Santa Cruz with over 10 years of college-level teaching experience and a PhD in Mathematics. I tutor a wide range of math subjects, from high school to advanced university courses. Subjects include: Algebra,...

James M. Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
James M.
50/hour

Santa Cruz, CA

Middle & High School (College Prep) Math and Computer Science

My ability to tutor Middle and High School Math and Computer Science, and to prepare students for college work in these areas, comes from decades as a computer programmer, technical writer, and technical support representative, working for...

4.9 (126)
50/hour
515 hours tutoring

My ability to tutor Middle and High School Math and Computer Science, and to prepare students for college work in these areas, comes from decades as a computer programmer, technical writer, and technical support representative, working for...

Alexander P. Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexander P.
75/hour

Santa Cruz, CA

STEM tutor with expertise in Math, Stats, and CS

Hi there! I’m Alex. I hold Bachelor’s degrees (with Honors) in Applied Mathematics and Statistics from UC Berkeley, and a Master’s in Statistical Science from UC Santa Cruz. I’ve worked with students at many levels — from high school...

5.0 (3)
75/hour
10 hours tutoring

Hi there! I’m Alex. I hold Bachelor’s degrees (with Honors) in Applied Mathematics and Statistics from UC Berkeley, and a Master’s in Statistical Science from UC Santa Cruz. I’ve worked with students at many levels — from high school...

Lia G. Santa Cruz, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lia G.
80/hour

Santa Cruz, CA

15+ Yrs Tutoring | MS Applied Math | Math — CS — Physics

I aim to make tutoring sessions engaging and effective. I know how rewarding it is to write clean, efficient code and solutions and I understand how any math, physics, or coding problem can be met with a variety of approaches. My expertise...

5.0 (502)
80/hour
2,256 hours tutoring

I aim to make tutoring sessions engaging and effective. I know how rewarding it is to write clean, efficient code and solutions and I understand how any math, physics, or coding problem can be met with a variety of approaches. My expertise...

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Kevin B.
90/hour

Tutor Specializing in Economics and Statistics

I graduated with a BA in Economics and a minor in Mathematics in 2015 from Vassar College. In 2021, I earned a masters degree in Economics from Stanford, and I have also taken PhD level coursework in the field. Over the course of my academic...

5.0 (1025)
90/hour
4,893 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kevin’s active hours, which are 12:00 pm - 12:00 am UTC.

I graduated with a BA in Economics and a minor in Mathematics in 2015 from Vassar College. In 2021, I earned a masters degree in Economics from Stanford, and I have also taken PhD level coursework in the field. Over the course of my academic...

Near Santa Cruz, CA Tutoring
Matthew M.
295/hour

Northwestern Law Grad - LSAT (173, 99th%) - Personalized Lessons!

I was born in South Florida, but my work and family have taken me to sunny Long Beach, California. I attended Northwestern University for both undergraduate and law school and hold a B.A. and a J.D. from the institution. I lived in Italy for two...

5.0 (990)
295/hour
4,665 hours tutoring
Response time: 18 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I was born in South Florida, but my work and family have taken me to sunny Long Beach, California. I attended Northwestern University for both undergraduate and law school and hold a B.A. and a J.D. from the institution. I lived in Italy for two...

Near Santa Cruz, CA Tutoring
Minh N.
215/hour

High School Math/SAT/Calculus Tutor - UCI Alumni - Double Bachelor's

In 2020, I graduated cum laude from the University of California, Irvine with my B.S. in Pure Mathematics, B.A. in Business Economics, and minor in Statistics. I was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, which is offered to only 5% of graduating seniors...

5.0 (653)
215/hour
3,066 hours tutoring
Response time: 29 minutesNote that average response time is based on Minh’s active hours, which are 9:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

In 2020, I graduated cum laude from the University of California, Irvine with my B.S. in Pure Mathematics, B.A. in Business Economics, and minor in Statistics. I was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa, which is offered to only 5% of graduating seniors...

Near Santa Cruz, CA Tutoring
Hongzhi L.
42/hour

Experienced Chinese Teacher/Tutor and Chinese Writing Critic

I’m a native Chinese speaker and a formally trained teacher with over 25 years of teaching experience, including 18+ years locally and more than 11,000 hours on Wyzant, where I’ve consistently maintained a 5-star rating. I specialize in AP...

5.0 (3332)
42/hour
11,240 hours tutoring
Response time: 45 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I’m a native Chinese speaker and a formally trained teacher with over 25 years of teaching experience, including 18+ years locally and more than 11,000 hours on Wyzant, where I’ve consistently maintained a 5-star rating. I specialize in AP...

Near Santa Cruz, CA Tutoring
Deborah T.
75/hour

Patient and Experienced Middle/High School Math Teacher

I am currently a middle school and high school math teacher and love teaching, math, and people. I've been tutoring or teaching people most of my life and wanted to be a teacher since middle school (a very long time ago)! I enjoy showing students...

5.0 (488)
75/hour
2,620 hours tutoring

I am currently a middle school and high school math teacher and love teaching, math, and people. I've been tutoring or teaching people most of my life and wanted to be a teacher since middle school (a very long time ago)! I enjoy showing students...

Near Santa Cruz, CA Tutoring
Michael W.
85/hour

Raise Your ACT Reading & Science Scores Fast

As a certified teacher with over a decade of classroom experience and five years specializing in ACT Science and Reading prep, I help students raise their scores with a clear, step-by-step game plan. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just proven...

5.0 (116)
85/hour
327 hours tutoring
Response time: 47 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

As a certified teacher with over a decade of classroom experience and five years specializing in ACT Science and Reading prep, I help students raise their scores with a clear, step-by-step game plan. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just proven...

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Gabriela Y.
120/hour

Certified Chemistry Teacher and Top Ranked Tutor

Hello, my name is Gaby! I am a graduate from the University of California, Riverside where I received my Master’s in Education and my Chemistry Teaching Credential. My background: I have 5+ years’ experience tutoring in Organic Chemistry. I...

5.0 (2343)
120/hour
7,548 hours tutoring

Hello, my name is Gaby! I am a graduate from the University of California, Riverside where I received my Master’s in Education and my Chemistry Teaching Credential. My background: I have 5+ years’ experience tutoring in Organic Chemistry. I...

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Timothy S.
350/hour

The Tutor I Always Wish I Had

I am a 99th percentile test taker who routinely helps students reach their fullest potential on a test and, in many cases, perform better than I ever have. The LSAT is a test that requires those who take it to think in a particular way. As...

5.0 (556)
350/hour
2,161 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutesNote that average response time is based on Timothy’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

I am a 99th percentile test taker who routinely helps students reach their fullest potential on a test and, in many cases, perform better than I ever have. The LSAT is a test that requires those who take it to think in a particular way. As...

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Tamera Michele G.
85/hour

Interior Designer * ESL * AutoCAD * InDesign

After earning a BFA from the prestigious New York School of Interior Design, I spent over a decade honing my craft at renowned architectural and design firms before branching out as an independent designer for the past seven years. Throughout my...

5.0 (190)
85/hour
919 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

After earning a BFA from the prestigious New York School of Interior Design, I spent over a decade honing my craft at renowned architectural and design firms before branching out as an independent designer for the past seven years. Throughout my...

Near Santa Cruz, CA Tutoring
Tyler P.
350/hour

Yale, UCSF, Cornell & Columbia | Interview Prep: MD, PA, NP, Nursing

I help you stop sounding like an applicant and start sounding like a future colleague. QUICK FACTS: - YALE, UCSF, CORNELL & COLUMBIA | THE INSIDER EDGE: Get the perspective of an expert who has worked within the nation’s most elite medical...

5.0 (61)
350/hour
160 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutesNote that average response time is based on Tyler’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

I help you stop sounding like an applicant and start sounding like a future colleague. QUICK FACTS: - YALE, UCSF, CORNELL & COLUMBIA | THE INSIDER EDGE: Get the perspective of an expert who has worked within the nation’s most elite medical...

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Jennifer M.
425/hour

Experienced AP and College Calculus and Physics Tutor

I have a passion for explaining math in a way that is easy to understand. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college math and science for about 15 years. I have a background in hydraulic engineering but am currently teaching high...

5.0 (1678)
425/hour
7,192 hours tutoring
Response time: 42 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have a passion for explaining math in a way that is easy to understand. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college math and science for about 15 years. I have a background in hydraulic engineering but am currently teaching high...

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Whitney T.
199/hour

Expert Tutor |Math & Environmental Science | Magna Cum Laude

I have helped hundreds of students boost their homework and test scores! These results come from hundreds of hours of experience breaking down intricate concepts into simple, easy-to-understand steps. In my lessons, I use targeted prompting...

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5.0 (422)
199/hour
2,163 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response time is based on Whitney’s active hours, which are 12:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

I have helped hundreds of students boost their homework and test scores! These results come from hundreds of hours of experience breaking down intricate concepts into simple, easy-to-understand steps. In my lessons, I use targeted prompting...

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Dana G.
140/hour

Patient and Enthusiastic English and Writing Tutor

Hi! I’m Dana, and I graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College in 2024. My passion for language led me to get a BA with departmental honors in both Creative Writing and Classical Languages. I have been supporting other writers since high...

5.0 (104)
140/hour
337 hours tutoring
Response time: 21 minutesNote that average response time is based on Dana’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.

Hi! I’m Dana, and I graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College in 2024. My passion for language led me to get a BA with departmental honors in both Creative Writing and Classical Languages. I have been supporting other writers since high...

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Robin G.
125/hour

Calculus, SAT, ACT, GRE Expert with B.S./M.S. in Math

I have been teaching mathematics for 20+ years and love what I do! Currently employed as a data scientist, I give math tutorials on my free time. I am a subject matter expert in the following: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Precalculus,...

5.0 (1048)
125/hour
4,102 hours tutoring
Response time: 21 minutesNote that average response time is based on Robin’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 10:00 am UTC.

I have been teaching mathematics for 20+ years and love what I do! Currently employed as a data scientist, I give math tutorials on my free time. I am a subject matter expert in the following: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Precalculus,...

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