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Los Angeles, CA
College Essay Tutor - Top Ten School Acceptances
After graduating from Northwestern University, I moved to LA where I now work as a writer and college admissions specialist. My students have been accepted to Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Brown, Columbia, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, Vanderbilt,...
After graduating from Northwestern University, I moved to LA where I now work as a writer and college admissions specialist. My students have been accepted to Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Brown, Columbia, Northwestern, Johns Hopkins, Vanderbilt,...

Los Angeles, CA
UChicago graduate with 6+ years of tutoring experience
I am a University of Chicago graduate, holding a Magna Cum Laude bachelor’s degree in economics. My education was highly quantitative in nature, but I have explored the humanities, social sciences, and physical sciences in depth; this enables a...
I am a University of Chicago graduate, holding a Magna Cum Laude bachelor’s degree in economics. My education was highly quantitative in nature, but I have explored the humanities, social sciences, and physical sciences in depth; this enables a...

Valley Village, CA
College Counselor + Former Ivy League Interviewer
**Update: I'm able to take 2 more students for the 2025 application season! I'm new to Wyzant, but I have a 10+ year record of getting students into Cornell, Dartmouth, Columbia, UPenn, Northwestern, Duke, the UC system, and many more top...
**Update: I'm able to take 2 more students for the 2025 application season! I'm new to Wyzant, but I have a 10+ year record of getting students into Cornell, Dartmouth, Columbia, UPenn, Northwestern, Duke, the UC system, and many more top...
Will W. is the man to help you with the application process. He is very patient and truly cares if you succeed. Will help me tremendously with brainstorming and editing essays. He knows the ins and outs of the process and will hel... - Bryan, 5 lessons with Will

Hawthorne, CA
Chem Stat Bio Calc Physics Honors AP College SAT Math ACT Science
In 2012, I graduated with honors from UC Berkeley after just three years of study, majoring in Psychology with a focus on Pre-Medical Sciences. For the past ten years, I've dedicated myself to tutoring, working one-on-one with students throughout...
In 2012, I graduated with honors from UC Berkeley after just three years of study, majoring in Psychology with a focus on Pre-Medical Sciences. For the past ten years, I've dedicated myself to tutoring, working one-on-one with students throughout...
I began using Maher’s tutoring service in the 10th grade of high school and continued doing so up until my second year of college. During this period we covered Geometry, Chemistry, Algebra, Statistics (AP), ACT review, Pre-Calc (... - Philip, 32 lessons with Maher

Los Angeles, CA
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...
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...
Some rock solid numbers: from the mid 150s on my first practice test all the way to a score in the high 170s on the actual exam. I could not have achieved my score without Tim. Before starting our lessons, I had been studying for ... - Kristina, 37 lessons with Timothy

Los Angeles, CA
PhD Expert in Music Theory, Ear Training, Ableton, Mix/Master, Piano
I hold a PhD in Music Theory from the renowned Eastman School of Music. I have hundreds of hours of music theory teaching experience (150+ students taught), in large and small classrooms, Zoom, and private tutoring. I have three degrees in Music...
I hold a PhD in Music Theory from the renowned Eastman School of Music. I have hundreds of hours of music theory teaching experience (150+ students taught), in large and small classrooms, Zoom, and private tutoring. I have three degrees in Music...
Ethan is one of the best tutors I have had throughout all of my education. He is extremely patient, knowledgeable, and a true example of what every educator should be like. He went through and helped me with all the concepts I did... - Scott

Culver City, CA
Berkeley PhD, Harvard Author - Writing Coach for College Essays
I help students write compelling, effective college essays. The college application process is daunting — especially when it comes to writing about yourself. Drawing on twenty years' teaching experience and my background as an author...
I help students write compelling, effective college essays. The college application process is daunting — especially when it comes to writing about yourself. Drawing on twenty years' teaching experience and my background as an author...
I was struggling with my college essay, and whenever I met with other tutors, they just edited my work. Ben was totally different: he asked me questions I hadn’t even considered writing about, and he gave me low-pressure homework ... - Adam, 3 lessons with Ben

Culver City, CA
Elementary through College Math & Science Tutor; Test Preparator
I am a full-time tutor with 15 years and over 4000 hours of experience just on the Wyzant platform. This is not my second job or an opportunity to make extra money for college; this is my profession. It allows me to be more reliable, consistent,...
I am a full-time tutor with 15 years and over 4000 hours of experience just on the Wyzant platform. This is not my second job or an opportunity to make extra money for college; this is my profession. It allows me to be more reliable, consistent,...
Phillip was a perfect tutor for our son in high school. He was patient and very good at explaining things in just the right way to help my son understand the subject. He was flexible with my son's sport schedule, polite and caring... - Cindy, 94 lessons with Philip

Beverly Hills, CA
Certified Math Teacher and Tutor
Hi, my name is Rael! I received my bachelors in math from NYU POLY, and my masters in education at PACE U. I currently teach at a charter school in San Diego, California. I attended both public and private schools, and I realize that teaching...
Hi, my name is Rael! I received my bachelors in math from NYU POLY, and my masters in education at PACE U. I currently teach at a charter school in San Diego, California. I attended both public and private schools, and I realize that teaching...
He was punctual. He was very patient with my son. My son clearly understands trigonometry. Mr. Rael's trigonometry instruction gave my son the boost he needed to succeed. I will definitely request Mr. Rael's services again. - Tanya, 4 lessons with Rael M.

Los Angeles, CA
Expert History Teacher: AP European, AP United States and AP World.
Hi, my name is Steve. I have a passion for helping high school students understand AP history! For the past 23 years I have taught APUSH, AP Euro and AP World history courses to thousands of students who have had remarkable success. I hold...
Hi, my name is Steve. I have a passion for helping high school students understand AP history! For the past 23 years I have taught APUSH, AP Euro and AP World history courses to thousands of students who have had remarkable success. I hold...

Sherman Oaks, CA
Learning Specialist, Writing Coach, 15+ Years Exp., Wyzant Top Tutor
Josh is very passionate about helping students succeed. He has extensive experience tutoring and teaching online and at many private schools and homeschooling organizations in the Los Angeles area for the past 15 years, including, Bridges Academy,...
Josh is very passionate about helping students succeed. He has extensive experience tutoring and teaching online and at many private schools and homeschooling organizations in the Los Angeles area for the past 15 years, including, Bridges Academy,...
I have had Josh as a private teacher, as well as in a classroom, for almost eight years now, and he has been an astounding, breathtaking and unparalleled teacher and mentor, without a doubt the best I've ever had! He has taught me... - Marianna

Los Angeles, CA
GMAT Focus / EA Expert: 20 yrs exp, led company curriculum, 790 score
I've been teaching students the skills and confidence to succeed on the GMAT since 2003, and recently published a book, The GMAT Mentor, for the GMAT Focus Edition. In addition to teaching, I led curriculum creation for a major test prep company,...
I've been teaching students the skills and confidence to succeed on the GMAT since 2003, and recently published a book, The GMAT Mentor, for the GMAT Focus Edition. In addition to teaching, I led curriculum creation for a major test prep company,...
I highly recommend working with Mark to improve your GMAT Focus score. He is extremely knowledgeable and patient, and he tailored each lesson and study plan to match my specific strengths and weaknesses. Mark emphasizes building a... - James, 13 lessons with Mark

Santa Monica, CA
Write your college essays in June, and have your summer free!
Essay Writing ... My students have gained admission to Berkeley, Berkeley GMP, Cambridge, Cornell, Dartmouth, Michigan, N.Y.U., Oberlin, Oxford, Penn, Pratt, Purdue, Skidmore, Stanford, Swarthmore, UCI, UT at Austin, UCLA, Tulane, Union...
Essay Writing ... My students have gained admission to Berkeley, Berkeley GMP, Cambridge, Cornell, Dartmouth, Michigan, N.Y.U., Oberlin, Oxford, Penn, Pratt, Purdue, Skidmore, Stanford, Swarthmore, UCI, UT at Austin, UCLA, Tulane, Union...
Shelley helped my son with his college essays. When we contacted her, he had already written 5 essays. We were not sure what the colleges were looking for. Shelley was very knowledgeable about the application process and kept th... - Janet, 6 lessons with Shelley

Los Angeles, CA
Patient and Welcoming Mathematics PhD with Ten Years Experience
Hi, I'm Juniper! I recently graduated UCLA with a Ph.D. in Mathematics, and have a few other degrees in math as well. I've been teaching and tutoring for ten years now, and focus on making a welcoming environment where students feel comfortable...
Hi, I'm Juniper! I recently graduated UCLA with a Ph.D. in Mathematics, and have a few other degrees in math as well. I've been teaching and tutoring for ten years now, and focus on making a welcoming environment where students feel comfortable...

Studio City, CA
Guitar, Bass, & Ukulele Instructor w/10+ Years of Teaching Experience
Hi, I'm Kevin! I've been playing guitar for over 20 years, and I love to play and teach music. I graduated cum laude from Musicians Institute in 2016 (BA in Guitar Performance) and in 2023 (AA in Audio Engineering). I love to play a wide variety...
Hi, I'm Kevin! I've been playing guitar for over 20 years, and I love to play and teach music. I graduated cum laude from Musicians Institute in 2016 (BA in Guitar Performance) and in 2023 (AA in Audio Engineering). I love to play a wide variety...
Kevin has a full understanding of guitar. I am a fairly accomplished guitarist who has played for over fifty years and Kevin is helping me understand the theory behind the notes. Highly recommended. - Kevin, 4 lessons with Kevin

Los Angeles, CA
Calculus, Statistics, ACT/SAT Expert with Bachelors in Math
Calculus / Geometry / Algebra / ACT/SAT / Statistics / Trigonometry Professionally: Hello! My name is Andrew and I'm an experienced tutor and a recent college graduate from the University of California Santa Barbara with a major in math. I am...
Calculus / Geometry / Algebra / ACT/SAT / Statistics / Trigonometry Professionally: Hello! My name is Andrew and I'm an experienced tutor and a recent college graduate from the University of California Santa Barbara with a major in math. I am...

Los Angeles, CA
Open, friendly and patient Ivy League English, ESL & French Tutor
I believe in engaging students by tailoring lessons to their needs and personality. Communication, patience and understanding are a must for a successful rapport with the student. I studied at the prestigious Ecole Normale Supérieure in France...
I believe in engaging students by tailoring lessons to their needs and personality. Communication, patience and understanding are a must for a successful rapport with the student. I studied at the prestigious Ecole Normale Supérieure in France...
Chloe was patient and wonderful, the lessons were extremely helpful and I feel grateful to have met someone so nice. Chloe was informative and was an excellent instructor, I highly recommend her! - Quinn, 2 lessons with Cloe

Beverly Hills, CA
Physics PhD - Amazing Physics, Mathematics and MCAT tutor
Hello Parents and Students, I have a PhD in Mathematical Physics. I have been teaching and tutoring Physics and Math for over 20 years both at the high school and college level and the reviews from my students say it all. Physics, Math, and...
Hello Parents and Students, I have a PhD in Mathematical Physics. I have been teaching and tutoring Physics and Math for over 20 years both at the high school and college level and the reviews from my students say it all. Physics, Math, and...
Nazanin has been a wonderful physics tutor. I've had others in the New Orleans area - most good, one awful - Naz is in a league of her own. Her grasp of the subject is profound (she holds a PhD in physics). Her tutoring style is t... - Gerald, 15 lessons with Nazanin

Los Angeles, CA
Design and Spanish Tutor
Hi! I’m Satya, an Industrial Designer based in Los Angeles. I’m passionate about design and teaching, especially when it comes to helping others grow in design or learn Spanish. I have a bachelor's degree in Industrial Design and have over...
Hi! I’m Satya, an Industrial Designer based in Los Angeles. I’m passionate about design and teaching, especially when it comes to helping others grow in design or learn Spanish. I have a bachelor's degree in Industrial Design and have over...
Satya worked with us on Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Figma, and Photoshop. She is highly proficient in the software knowing both menu and shortcuts, but is also great with suggesting design. She is patient and was great with getti... - Rita, 25 lessons with Satya

Los Angeles, CA
Expert Ivy/Top-Tier College Essay Coach, English PhD, Former UCLA Prof
College essays are a crucial part of the application process. They are your opportunity to make a lasting impression on admission committees, and to distinguish yourself from other applicants through creative, skillfully written, and memorable...
College essays are a crucial part of the application process. They are your opportunity to make a lasting impression on admission committees, and to distinguish yourself from other applicants through creative, skillfully written, and memorable...
I cannot recommend Gabriel highly enough to anyone looking for a college essay tutor who truly understands storytelling, admissions strategy, and the human side of this process. In just a few days, amidst an impending deadline, he... - Rummana, 7 lessons with Gabriel

Los Angeles, CA
Experienced Tutor for Math, Business, Law, ACT, LSAT, & Bar Exam
Born and raised in Southern California, I am a lawyer who is a B.S. graduate of USC's Marshall School of Business and a J.D. graduate of UCI Law School. I graduated from USC Magna Cum Laude with a 3.7 GPA where I worked as a Supplemental...
Born and raised in Southern California, I am a lawyer who is a B.S. graduate of USC's Marshall School of Business and a J.D. graduate of UCI Law School. I graduated from USC Magna Cum Laude with a 3.7 GPA where I worked as a Supplemental...
Manisha is excellent with the black letter law when it comes to study for the BAR exam. She also provided effective study strategies for when I was studying on me own. However, she provided valuable insight on preparation, managin... - Travis, 28 lessons with Manisha

Encino, CA
Expert in Sketchup , Master's degree in Architecture
My name is Negin. I have Master of Architecture from Woodbury University. I've been working for some architectural firms and help interns to improve their AutoCAD and SketchUp Skills. I'm an expert in making 3D models in SketchUp and drawing 2D...
My name is Negin. I have Master of Architecture from Woodbury University. I've been working for some architectural firms and help interns to improve their AutoCAD and SketchUp Skills. I'm an expert in making 3D models in SketchUp and drawing 2D...

Los Angeles, CA
Hebrew Teacher in High School and Elementary school, Bar/Bat Mitzvah
For over 20 years it has been my joy to teach Hebrew to students of all ages in private Jewish elementary and high schools, evening adult education classes, as well as privately tutoring children preparing for a bar mitzvah or adults seeking to...
For over 20 years it has been my joy to teach Hebrew to students of all ages in private Jewish elementary and high schools, evening adult education classes, as well as privately tutoring children preparing for a bar mitzvah or adults seeking to...
Kobi is simply outstanding. Period. He worked with my daughter for 9 months to prepare her for her bat mitzvah. If you are reading this review, look no further to hire a Hebrew tutor. Kobi is a superior---a gifted teacher who know... - Sloan , 29 lessons with Kobi

Venice, CA
Ivy League Economics/Statistics Tutor with 10 years experience
I believe individuals are most effective when they do what they love. I love working one-on-one with students. My favorite part is witnessing the “light bulb moment” when everything clicks! I specialize in economics and statistics at all...
I believe individuals are most effective when they do what they love. I love working one-on-one with students. My favorite part is witnessing the “light bulb moment” when everything clicks! I specialize in economics and statistics at all...
Simple fabulous. Helps you understand the concepts in a way that is easy to understand and very effective for excellent test results. I would highly recommend him if you need a tutor - Jett, 4 lessons with Ramage

Manhattan Beach, CA
19+ Years Experienced TOEFL, IELTS, Accuplacer, and ESL Specialist
I have worked for over 19 years as an English as a Second Language (ESL/EFL) and TOEFL/IELTS preparation teacher. During this time I have taught all levels of grammar (beginner to proficiency), conversation skills, reading comprehension, writing...
I have worked for over 19 years as an English as a Second Language (ESL/EFL) and TOEFL/IELTS preparation teacher. During this time I have taught all levels of grammar (beginner to proficiency), conversation skills, reading comprehension, writing...
She is very knowledgeable,patient,flexible. Her methods of teaching includes a personal attention to detail, figuring out the errors and working personally over each and every thing. There is no better word rather than the best! ... - KC, 21 lessons with Teresa
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