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Gabriel M. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Gabriel M.
225/hour

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...

5.0 (678)
225/hour
1,795 hours tutoring
Response time: 38 minutes

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...

Vick L. Duarte, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vick L.
125/hour

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...

4.9 (251)
125/hour
434 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutes

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...

Bob P. San Luis Obispo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bob P.
80/hour

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,...

5.0 (5966)
80/hour
9,884 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutes

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,...

Suzanna S. Sherman Oaks, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Suzanna S.
55/hour

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...

5.0 (68)
55/hour
261 hours tutoring

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...

Sinjin O. Duarte, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sinjin O.
58/hour

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...

5.0 (468)
58/hour
1,218 hours tutoring

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...

Evan W. Newhall, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Evan W.
139/hour

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...

5.0 (2136)
139/hour
10,894 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutes

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...

Amy B. Claremont, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amy B.
120/hour

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...

5.0 (207)
120/hour
673 hours tutoring
Response time: 42 minutes

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...

Brandy C. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brandy C.
185/hour

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...

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5.0 (493)
185/hour
2,060 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

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...

Jordan S. Laguna Niguel, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jordan S.
90/hour

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,...

5.0 (148)
90/hour
756 hours tutoring
Response time: 38 minutes

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,...

Joshua C. La Jolla, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joshua C.
295/hour

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...

5.0 (153)
295/hour
460 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutes

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...

Peter K. San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Peter K.
200/hour

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...

4.9 (246)
200/hour
4,277 hours tutoring

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...

Zeth B. Glendale, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Zeth B.
300/hour

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...

5.0 (257)
300/hour
1,583 hours tutoring

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...

Nidia V. Tecate, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nidia V.
43/hour

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...

5.0 (543)
43/hour
2,425 hours tutoring
Response time: 15 minutes

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...

Joe C. Palm Desert, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joe C.
85/hour

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...

5.0 (1430)
85/hour
4,043 hours tutoring
Response time: 18 minutes

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...

Ingrid C. Glendora, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ingrid C.
65/hour

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...

5.0 (1082)
65/hour
3,326 hours tutoring

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...

KATHERINE C. Cerritos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
KATHERINE C.
55/hour

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....

5.0 (2232)
55/hour
7,182 hours tutoring
Response time: 16 minutes

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....

Alex S. San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alex S.
66/hour

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...

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4.7 (230)
66/hour
1,206 hours tutoring
Response time: 16 minutes

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...

Soraya O. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Soraya O.
85/hour

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...

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5.0 (797)
85/hour
3,343 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutes

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...

Josh P. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Josh P.
100/hour

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...

5.0 (94)
100/hour
226 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutes

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...

Silvia M. Santee, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Silvia M.
40/hour

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...

5.0 (1168)
40/hour
3,870 hours tutoring

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...

Stephen S. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stephen S.
125/hour

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...

5.0 (269)
125/hour
1,157 hours tutoring

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...

Jordan H. Thousand Oaks, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jordan H.
119/hour

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,...

5.0 (873)
119/hour
2,543 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutes

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,...

April V. San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
April V.
82/hour

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...

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5.0 (236)
82/hour
721 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutes

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...

Taylor W. Redlands, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Taylor W.
115/hour

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 &...

5.0 (81)
115/hour
616 hours tutoring

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 &...

Philip P. Glendale, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Philip P.
65/hour

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,...

5.0 (534)
65/hour
1,977 hours tutoring

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,...

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