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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

Duarte, CA
MIT Grad: Specializing in SAT/ACT Prep and College Applications
Hi there! My name is Vick. I graduated from MIT (majored in Finance) in 2020 and have tutored for over 10 years. I specialize in SAT and ACT prep as well as College Admissions (personal statements and interview prep). I can help students...
Hi there! My name is Vick. I graduated from MIT (majored in Finance) in 2020 and have tutored for over 10 years. I specialize in SAT and ACT prep as well as College Admissions (personal statements and interview prep). I can help students...
After spending thousands on an Essay place that was not helping me, I found Vick online at Wyzant and WHAT A RELIEF! Vic was so professional, asked immediate, pertinent questions, and gave me IMMEDIATE, concrete assistance with... - Jonathan , 7 lessons with Vick

San Luis Obispo, CA
Duke Univ. engineering alumnus, experienced tutor, father of 4
I am an experienced tutor who has helped students from 49 U.S. states (if you live in SD please let me know), and more than a dozen countries around the world. I have worked in the Information Technology field for over 30 years, including at IBM,...
I am an experienced tutor who has helped students from 49 U.S. states (if you live in SD please let me know), and more than a dozen countries around the world. I have worked in the Information Technology field for over 30 years, including at IBM,...
Bob is a terrific AP Comp Sci tutor and helped my son achieve a score of 5 on the AP exam. My son Julian was struggling in his AP Comp Sci course in his senior year of high school. Though he was strong in math, his learning style ... - Matthew, 27 lessons with Bob

Sherman Oaks, CA
Chess makes you smarter, and I’m here to make it fun :)
My students' 1st-3rd place achievements include: Las Vegas National Open, National K-12 Tournament, Scholastic, International Youth Championship, local Los Angeles and Las Vegas International Chess Festival tournaments. Our lessons are an hour...
My students' 1st-3rd place achievements include: Las Vegas National Open, National K-12 Tournament, Scholastic, International Youth Championship, local Los Angeles and Las Vegas International Chess Festival tournaments. Our lessons are an hour...
Very engaging and prepared. She is an A+ quality tutor. Would highly recommend to anybody looking for a cheerful chess coach. Looking forward to our next lessons. - Janine, 14 lessons with Suzanna

Duarte, CA
Experienced Tutor, Educational Coach & Video Editor
Hello! My name is Sinjin, and I specialize in Study Skills, Communication, English, Film, and Adobe Creative Suite tutoring. I hold a degree in Communication Studies with a minor in Film and Electronic Media, and I’ve spent more than a decade...
Hello! My name is Sinjin, and I specialize in Study Skills, Communication, English, Film, and Adobe Creative Suite tutoring. I hold a degree in Communication Studies with a minor in Film and Electronic Media, and I’ve spent more than a decade...
Sinjin knows his stuff and can break it down into small, actionable steps/lesson plans. He's very patient and tailors the session to your specific needs. Highly recommended! - Benno, 6 lessons with Sinjin

Newhall, CA
Top-Rated Test Prep (SAT / ACT / ISEE / HSPT / SSAT / SCAT) Tutor
Want to help your child breakthrough? I am an experienced (10000+ hours) tutor certified in over 30 subjects and have ranked in the top 1% of all Wyzant tutors for the last several years. I'm a college graduate of Tufts University, Medford, MA...
Want to help your child breakthrough? I am an experienced (10000+ hours) tutor certified in over 30 subjects and have ranked in the top 1% of all Wyzant tutors for the last several years. I'm a college graduate of Tufts University, Medford, MA...
Evan worked with my child to prepare for the ISEE test, and he went above and beyond to arm my child with the tools and confidence to ACE the test! His initial diagnosis of the areas for my child to work on was spot-on, and he cre... - Anne, 27 lessons with Evan

Claremont, CA
PhD biochemist 15+ yrs experience teaching chemistry and biochem
I am a chemistry professor specializing in college general chemistry and biochemistry, and all levels of high school chemistry, including honors and AP. I have been a full time chemistry professor for over 10 years, during which time I have...
I am a chemistry professor specializing in college general chemistry and biochemistry, and all levels of high school chemistry, including honors and AP. I have been a full time chemistry professor for over 10 years, during which time I have...
I have been beyond stressed with this one problem I could not figure out for days and Amy helped me figure it out within 15 minutes. She was very patient and a wonderful teacher. Will definitely use her again! :) - Molly, 3 lessons with Amy

Los Angeles, CA
Upbeat & Effective Writing, English, and Test Prep Expert w/ CMU MFA
I'm Brandy! I'm an award-winning writer with a master’s degree from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and a certificate from CMU’s Eberly Center for Teaching Excellence. I have taught college and high school for over 10 years, both in and out...
I'm Brandy! I'm an award-winning writer with a master’s degree from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and a certificate from CMU’s Eberly Center for Teaching Excellence. I have taught college and high school for over 10 years, both in and out...
Brandy C has been such a great help with my son's high school writing projects, essays, assignments, and personal creative writing projects. My son enjoys their time and finds his writing improving with a personal coach to help hi... - Nancy, 124 lessons with Brandy

Laguna Niguel, CA
Experienced, Patient Tutor | Academic Skills & Test Prep Support
I graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a B.A. in Political Science, focusing on Political Theory and American Politics. My academic journey began in high school, where I excelled in rigorous IB and AP courses,...
I graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a B.A. in Political Science, focusing on Political Theory and American Politics. My academic journey began in high school, where I excelled in rigorous IB and AP courses,...
My daughter feels more motivated and has improved her grades. She says Jordan is patient and teaches her different methods to complete her work - Adriana, 52 lessons with Jordan

La Jolla, CA
Professional tutor for 5+ years with a focus on Math and Business.
I am extremely passionate about helping students gain confidence in their upcoming standardized tests, and ultimately, themselves. I initially began tutoring my peers after I scored a 36 in all sections of the ACT in early 2016. At first, the...
I am extremely passionate about helping students gain confidence in their upcoming standardized tests, and ultimately, themselves. I initially began tutoring my peers after I scored a 36 in all sections of the ACT in early 2016. At first, the...

San Diego, CA
Thirty Years Teaching LSAT (179) and GMAT (790)
I've taught the LSAT and GMAT since 1995. My teaching experience is what sets me apart from other tutors. Nothing can substitute for the know-how that comes from year after year after year of working with all kinds of students on every part of...
I've taught the LSAT and GMAT since 1995. My teaching experience is what sets me apart from other tutors. Nothing can substitute for the know-how that comes from year after year after year of working with all kinds of students on every part of...
Peter is the best LSAT tutor around. When I came to him, I was using a popular, canned LSAT curriculum online. I was losing progress despite hours of daily studying. Once I started working with him, I saw substantial progress week... - Mitch, 20 lessons with Peter

Glendale, CA
I love Calculus - A Credentialed High School Math Teacher
Hi, my name is Zeth. :) I am a credentialed high school Math teacher (19 years). My expertise is to prepare students to get a head start before their school begins, to ensure when they start their Math class, they will be at ease and able to...
Hi, my name is Zeth. :) I am a credentialed high school Math teacher (19 years). My expertise is to prepare students to get a head start before their school begins, to ensure when they start their Math class, they will be at ease and able to...
Zeth has been working with my daughter who was struggling with AP Calculus at the beginning of the semester. She had a lot of difficulty understanding the concepts and applying them when solving problems. Since she began working w... - Sharisse, 23 lessons with Zeth

Tecate, CA
I guarantee that my classes will never be boring! :)
Language learning and teaching is my passion. I have been a full-time teacher of Spanish and French for 6 years and I frequently update my teaching knowledge by attending seminars organized by international educational institutions. Taking...
Language learning and teaching is my passion. I have been a full-time teacher of Spanish and French for 6 years and I frequently update my teaching knowledge by attending seminars organized by international educational institutions. Taking...
Nidia has been teaching me Spanish and French for a few years now and I can confidently say I always look forward to her lessons. She’s very knowledgeable in the languages & her kindness shines through her teaching. Nidia is a ver... - Diana, 131 lessons with Nidia

Palm Desert, CA
Professional Designer 25+ Yrs, Expert Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Hi, I'm a professional freelance graphic designer in Southern California. I have 25+ yrs experience in advertising and marketing working with some of the world's largest brands. I'm fast, organized, well-versed and creative with expert level Adobe...
Hi, I'm a professional freelance graphic designer in Southern California. I have 25+ yrs experience in advertising and marketing working with some of the world's largest brands. I'm fast, organized, well-versed and creative with expert level Adobe...
I contacted Joe at the beginning of my daughter’s senior year in high school to help her develop a portfolio for college applications. Joe guided her through what seemed like a monumental project with professionalism, patience, an... - Dayna , 83 lessons with Joe

Glendora, CA
"No judgment" JavaScript/React Tutor!
I am a software engineer with a strong background in education who LOVES helping people master difficult concepts. Before I got into tech, I worked as an educator for many years, and I now work for a startup that I love, and get to architect a lot...
I am a software engineer with a strong background in education who LOVES helping people master difficult concepts. Before I got into tech, I worked as an educator for many years, and I now work for a startup that I love, and get to architect a lot...
I've encountered the best possible tutor one could imagine in the field of full-stack! Ingrid is an exceptionally professional teacher, always high in energy. Her knowledge in her field is quite extensive. She never responded to a... - Anonymous, 21 lessons with Ingrid

Cerritos, CA
Effective Tutor: math all levels up to AP Calc AB/BC & SAT
Hello! My name is Katherine and I specialize in middle and high school-level mathematics through AP Calculus AB/BC and SAT math. I look forward to helping you achieve your educational goals and building your foundation for mathematical success....
Hello! My name is Katherine and I specialize in middle and high school-level mathematics through AP Calculus AB/BC and SAT math. I look forward to helping you achieve your educational goals and building your foundation for mathematical success....
Katherine really cares about ensuring her students understand and thrive in the material she’s teaching. She has a positive and passionate attitude and her intelligence on the subject really shows. I am taking a UCLA Precalculus c... - Shelley, 5 lessons with KATHERINE

San Diego, CA
Academic Strategist & Stanford Grad For Fast, Effective Learning
As a Stanford grad with a background in Symbolic Systems and Economics (my undergrad was Econ & Business, followed by grad work at Stanford), I offer more than just tutoring; I provide a strategic advantage for your academic career. I can teach...
As a Stanford grad with a background in Symbolic Systems and Economics (my undergrad was Econ & Business, followed by grad work at Stanford), I offer more than just tutoring; I provide a strategic advantage for your academic career. I can teach...
We had a wonderful experience with Alex for college-level microeconomics. He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and caring. He helped my son understand challenging concepts by using clear, relatable examples that made concepts... - M, 29 lessons with Alex

Los Angeles, CA
Highly Experienced French/Spanish Tutor (15+years) AP Tests
My name is Soraya, I am French with Spanish origins, fluent in both languages. I am also a highly experienced tutor with a sense of humor! I believe that learning should be an enjoyable process, even when preparing for exams. Efficiency and fun...
My name is Soraya, I am French with Spanish origins, fluent in both languages. I am also a highly experienced tutor with a sense of humor! I believe that learning should be an enjoyable process, even when preparing for exams. Efficiency and fun...
We are incredibly grateful for Soraya, who played a key role in helping my son excel in his AP French. Her personalized approach, patience, and deep understanding of the curriculum made a real difference. My son not only gained co... - Jie, 12 lessons with Soraya

Los Angeles, CA
Professional Screenwriter, Get Your Script From Idea to Page
Do you have an idea for a screenplay but aren't sure where to start? Do you have a draft but need help honing it? Some writing experience? No writing experience? A place to start? Completely lost in the woods? Regardless of where you're at in the...
Do you have an idea for a screenplay but aren't sure where to start? Do you have a draft but need help honing it? Some writing experience? No writing experience? A place to start? Completely lost in the woods? Regardless of where you're at in the...
I've been working with Josh for several months now, and I only have the most positive things to report. I have worked with other screenwriting professionals and given the choice, I would pick Josh every time. His feedback is t... - Michael, 7 lessons with Josh

Santee, CA
Kind and effective tutor for Italian (from basic to advanced)
I am a patient and kind tutor interested in teaching the Italian language. I teach school-age students as well as adults in-person and on-line. I am a native Italian speaker and I like to work with students of all levels. I have experience...
I am a patient and kind tutor interested in teaching the Italian language. I teach school-age students as well as adults in-person and on-line. I am a native Italian speaker and I like to work with students of all levels. I have experience...
Silvia was able to determine how to proceed based on what I most need to review, and corrected/explained as we went along. She sent me a summary if some key points shortly after class. - Mari, 5 lessons with Silvia

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...

Thousand Oaks, CA
PhD Data Science Analytics BusAcct BioChem Research AP Bio USABO ISEF
Hello! I'm Jordan, an educator with a Ph.D. from Cornell University. My areas of expertise encompass data science, computational science, business analytics, optimization modeling, simulation, engineering, biological sciences, biochemistry,...
Hello! I'm Jordan, an educator with a Ph.D. from Cornell University. My areas of expertise encompass data science, computational science, business analytics, optimization modeling, simulation, engineering, biological sciences, biochemistry,...
Jordan is an answer to a prayer and one of the best tutors ever!!! He really helped my daughters comprehension. He is a gifted teacher and communicator! - Rose, 6 lessons with Jordan

San Diego, CA
Data Analytics Masters Graduate who enjoys teaching math
I earned my undergraduate degree from San Diego State University with a double major in Applied Mathematics and Statistics, along with a minor in Interdisciplinary Studies through the Weber Honors College. I later earned a Master’s degree in...
I earned my undergraduate degree from San Diego State University with a double major in Applied Mathematics and Statistics, along with a minor in Interdisciplinary Studies through the Weber Honors College. I later earned a Master’s degree in...
April is an amazing tutor! She is extremely patient, understanding of her students’ needs, and goes above and beyond to make them feel comfortable, confident, and successful. My son had several tutors and April is the only one h... - Chavonne, 46 lessons with April

Redlands, CA
Medical Doctor with 15+ Years of Tutoring in Math & Science
My name is Taylor. I grew up in Charleston, SC, and I currently live in Redlands, CA. I love learning, and I am passionate about spreading this love through tutoring. I enjoy tutoring people of all ages from children to the elderly. EDUCATION &...
My name is Taylor. I grew up in Charleston, SC, and I currently live in Redlands, CA. I love learning, and I am passionate about spreading this love through tutoring. I enjoy tutoring people of all ages from children to the elderly. EDUCATION &...
I can’t say enough wonderful things about Taylor. She’s so kind, knowledgeable, patient and makes learning interactive and fun. I’m so grateful to get the opportunity to learn with someone who is clearly passionate about helping o... - Adrianna, 17 lessons with Taylor

Glendale, CA
Logic Pro X expert | Los Angeles based producer
Hello! My name is Philip. I have over 16 years of experience in the music industry. I have toured the world, played in chart topping bands like "Palaye Royale" and worked with grammy nominated producers like Graham Edwards (Britney Spears, Korn,...
Hello! My name is Philip. I have over 16 years of experience in the music industry. I have toured the world, played in chart topping bands like "Palaye Royale" and worked with grammy nominated producers like Graham Edwards (Britney Spears, Korn,...
Philip is a very skilled tutor. He takes the time to explain things in a way that is easily understood. He is extremely knowledgeable about music and has been great at offering tips to help me get better in a short amount of tim... - Elizabeth, 52 lessons with Philip
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