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Specializing in Chemistry, AP Chemistry, and AP Calculus AB
Anna M.

5.0 (279 ratings)

1,325 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $120
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Specializing in Chemistry, AP Chemistry, and AP Calculus AB
Specializing in Chemistry, AP Chemistry, and AP Calculus AB
Anna M.

5.0 (279 ratings)

1,325 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (279 ratings)

1,325 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Anna

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Students who struggle with high school curricula are typically bright individuals who have excelled in school up until this point, and did not need to fine-tune study skills because learning in earlier grades was intuitive. This is where a qualified tutor with a proven track record can help a student change their perspective from a downtrodden "I am dreading this class" to an enthusiastic "I enjoy this class" as grades tend to improve with consistent tutoring sessions

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Students who struggle with high school curricula are typically bright individuals who have excelled in school up until this point, and did not need to fine-tune study skills because learning in earlier grades was intuitive. This is where a qualified tutor with a proven track record can help a student change their perspective from a downtrodden "I am dreading this class" to an enthusiastic "I enjoy this class" as grades tend to improve with consistent tutoring sessions

I use frequent informal assessment to figure out where a student is in terms of understanding the content, and build up that knowledge with a combination of direct instruction, scaffolded guided questioning, Socratic discussion, and constructivist methods in every study session; the specific dynamic is customized to each student's needs and preferences. When trouble-shooting work in progress, students participate in actively correcting and improving their work using their developing knowledge, while I give specific corrective feedback when necessary.

My tutoring approach blends the dynamic of academic "office hours" with that of an industry "project meeting" - a goal-oriented and cognitively-involved approach to studies that allows the student to master the material and become an expert in content standards, completing assignments and assessments with fluency and confidence. Students actively use the class text and notes to put together comprehensive strategies for conceptual understanding and applied problem solving.

I provide materials including additional practice problems (with verified answer keys), additional textbook references, printouts of diagrams and graphs that demonstrate concepts and applied problem solving, and links to online resources to clarify and reinforce the content of our study sessions. I provide ongoing "tech support" for students between study sessions, addressing questions and providing feedback on work related to what we have recently covered, for no additional charge.

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Education

Univeristy of California, Davis; Bachelor of Science
Biological Sciences
National Hispanic University
MEd
California Teaching Credential
Other

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  • Hourly Rate: $120
  • Rate details: $140/hour for in-person sessions, $120/hour for online sessions via Zoom
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 9/23/2013

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Homeschool

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I have been working as a mathematics tutor since 2013, assisting students from middle school through high school and college levels. I also have experience working with students who have special learning needs. When tutoring Algebra, I emphasize the skills and concepts which will be crucial for future success in mathematics.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I have been working as a mathematics tutor since 2013, assisting students from middle school through high school and college levels. I also have experience working with students who have special learning needs. When tutoring Algebra 2, I emphasize the skills and concepts which will be crucial for future success in mathematics. I have a thorough understanding of Algebra 2 topics, including factoring, graphing, quadratics, conics, polynomials, exponents and logarithms. This knowledge allows me to effectively prepares students for quizzes, exams, and regular homework assignments.
Biology,

Biology

I have developed and digitized a curriculum addressing AP Biology Learning Goals, which are backwards-compatible with typical Honors Biology and entry-level Biology Learning Goals. My curriculum has been built around the current AP Biology Learning Goals, sourced directly from the College Board website. Incidentally, your AP Biology classroom teacher uses the exact same Learning Goals to develop and implement the classroom curriculum. With all files available for instant upload and sharing during online lessons, your student can work with confidence knowing that our tutoring session will address the AP standards as well as assignments from the course teacher. Here are my other subject qualifications: I have a Bachelor of Science, University of California Davis; graduated with Dean's Honor list, First Year Scholar award, and Departmental Award distinctions. Undergraduate emphasis in Microbiology with an emphasis in microbial diversity and ecology. Experience working as a Pharmaceutical Quality Control lab technician at SRI International (Menlo Park, CA) and a Clinical Manufacturing Chemist at Thermo Fisher Scientific (Fremont, CA).
Calculus,

Calculus

By choosing me as your AP Calculus AB tutor you are ensuring that you will have quality explanations for every topic, including limits, derivatives, integrals, and introductory differential equations. My materials are organized according to the AP College Board Learning Goals (the same ones used by your classroom teacher) for each Calculus unit.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

My AP Chemistry curriculum has been built around the current AP Chemistry Learning Goals, sourced directly from the College Board - your AP Chemistry classroom teacher uses the exact same Learning Goals to develop and implement the classroom curriculum. You can work with confidence knowing that tutoring sessions will address the AP standards as well as specific assignments from the AP Chemistry class.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I have been a tutor for all levels of math between PreAlgebra and Calculus for nine years, including experience working as a math tutor at DeAnza Community College. PreAlgebra skills are used extensively in higher levels of math; for example, arithmetic with fractions, factoring and simplifying expressions are often part of problem solving for Algebra 1&2, Trigonometry, and Calculus. As a tutor for PreAlgebra I help students build up a solid foundation so that subsequent levels of math are accessible and user-friendly.
Precalculus

Precalculus

The 2023-2024 school year will be my tenth year of tutoring through Wyzant. While I started as a chemistry tutor, the demand for high school mathematics tutoring concurrent with science studies encouraged me to include the algebras, geometry, and trigonometry in my repertoire. I now tutor up through and including calculus, and place special emphasis on the precalculus content which is relevant to AP Calculus AB and BC. Spend your time in precalculus wisely, and make sure that crucial skills carry over to your upcoming calculus class with the help of tutoring support.

Math

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I have been working as a mathematics tutor since 2013, assisting students from middle school through high school and college levels. I also have experience working with students who have special learning needs. When tutoring Algebra, I emphasize the skills and concepts which will be crucial for future success in mathematics.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I have been working as a mathematics tutor since 2013, assisting students from middle school through high school and college levels. I also have experience working with students who have special learning needs. When tutoring Algebra 2, I emphasize the skills and concepts which will be crucial for future success in mathematics. I have a thorough understanding of Algebra 2 topics, including factoring, graphing, quadratics, conics, polynomials, exponents and logarithms. This knowledge allows me to effectively prepares students for quizzes, exams, and regular homework assignments.
Calculus,

Calculus

By choosing me as your AP Calculus AB tutor you are ensuring that you will have quality explanations for every topic, including limits, derivatives, integrals, and introductory differential equations. My materials are organized according to the AP College Board Learning Goals (the same ones used by your classroom teacher) for each Calculus unit.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I have been a tutor for all levels of math between PreAlgebra and Calculus for nine years, including experience working as a math tutor at DeAnza Community College. PreAlgebra skills are used extensively in higher levels of math; for example, arithmetic with fractions, factoring and simplifying expressions are often part of problem solving for Algebra 1&2, Trigonometry, and Calculus. As a tutor for PreAlgebra I help students build up a solid foundation so that subsequent levels of math are accessible and user-friendly.
Precalculus,

Precalculus

The 2023-2024 school year will be my tenth year of tutoring through Wyzant. While I started as a chemistry tutor, the demand for high school mathematics tutoring concurrent with science studies encouraged me to include the algebras, geometry, and trigonometry in my repertoire. I now tutor up through and including calculus, and place special emphasis on the precalculus content which is relevant to AP Calculus AB and BC. Spend your time in precalculus wisely, and make sure that crucial skills carry over to your upcoming calculus class with the help of tutoring support.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I have been tutoring Trigonometry since 2010, first through a tutoring center then through Wyzant. From 2018 through 2019 I also tutored students in Trigonometry through the Disability Support Services Open Lab at DeAnza Community College. Since Trigonometry is a prerequisite for Calculus, I emphasize the skills and techniques crucial to mastering the content, both for further studies and for success in the current course.

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Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I have been working as a mathematics tutor since 2013, assisting students from middle school through high school and college levels. I also have experience working with students who have special learning needs. When tutoring Algebra, I emphasize the skills and concepts which will be crucial for future success in mathematics.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I have been working as a mathematics tutor since 2013, assisting students from middle school through high school and college levels. I also have experience working with students who have special learning needs. When tutoring Algebra 2, I emphasize the skills and concepts which will be crucial for future success in mathematics. I have a thorough understanding of Algebra 2 topics, including factoring, graphing, quadratics, conics, polynomials, exponents and logarithms. This knowledge allows me to effectively prepares students for quizzes, exams, and regular homework assignments.
Biology,

Biology

I have developed and digitized a curriculum addressing AP Biology Learning Goals, which are backwards-compatible with typical Honors Biology and entry-level Biology Learning Goals. My curriculum has been built around the current AP Biology Learning Goals, sourced directly from the College Board website. Incidentally, your AP Biology classroom teacher uses the exact same Learning Goals to develop and implement the classroom curriculum. With all files available for instant upload and sharing during online lessons, your student can work with confidence knowing that our tutoring session will address the AP standards as well as assignments from the course teacher. Here are my other subject qualifications: I have a Bachelor of Science, University of California Davis; graduated with Dean's Honor list, First Year Scholar award, and Departmental Award distinctions. Undergraduate emphasis in Microbiology with an emphasis in microbial diversity and ecology. Experience working as a Pharmaceutical Quality Control lab technician at SRI International (Menlo Park, CA) and a Clinical Manufacturing Chemist at Thermo Fisher Scientific (Fremont, CA).
Calculus,

Calculus

By choosing me as your AP Calculus AB tutor you are ensuring that you will have quality explanations for every topic, including limits, derivatives, integrals, and introductory differential equations. My materials are organized according to the AP College Board Learning Goals (the same ones used by your classroom teacher) for each Calculus unit.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

My AP Chemistry curriculum has been built around the current AP Chemistry Learning Goals, sourced directly from the College Board - your AP Chemistry classroom teacher uses the exact same Learning Goals to develop and implement the classroom curriculum. You can work with confidence knowing that tutoring sessions will address the AP standards as well as specific assignments from the AP Chemistry class.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I have been a tutor for all levels of math between PreAlgebra and Calculus for nine years, including experience working as a math tutor at DeAnza Community College. PreAlgebra skills are used extensively in higher levels of math; for example, arithmetic with fractions, factoring and simplifying expressions are often part of problem solving for Algebra 1&2, Trigonometry, and Calculus. As a tutor for PreAlgebra I help students build up a solid foundation so that subsequent levels of math are accessible and user-friendly.
Precalculus

Precalculus

The 2023-2024 school year will be my tenth year of tutoring through Wyzant. While I started as a chemistry tutor, the demand for high school mathematics tutoring concurrent with science studies encouraged me to include the algebras, geometry, and trigonometry in my repertoire. I now tutor up through and including calculus, and place special emphasis on the precalculus content which is relevant to AP Calculus AB and BC. Spend your time in precalculus wisely, and make sure that crucial skills carry over to your upcoming calculus class with the help of tutoring support.

Science

Biology,

Biology

I have developed and digitized a curriculum addressing AP Biology Learning Goals, which are backwards-compatible with typical Honors Biology and entry-level Biology Learning Goals. My curriculum has been built around the current AP Biology Learning Goals, sourced directly from the College Board website. Incidentally, your AP Biology classroom teacher uses the exact same Learning Goals to develop and implement the classroom curriculum. With all files available for instant upload and sharing during online lessons, your student can work with confidence knowing that our tutoring session will address the AP standards as well as assignments from the course teacher. Here are my other subject qualifications: I have a Bachelor of Science, University of California Davis; graduated with Dean's Honor list, First Year Scholar award, and Departmental Award distinctions. Undergraduate emphasis in Microbiology with an emphasis in microbial diversity and ecology. Experience working as a Pharmaceutical Quality Control lab technician at SRI International (Menlo Park, CA) and a Clinical Manufacturing Chemist at Thermo Fisher Scientific (Fremont, CA).
Chemistry

Chemistry

My AP Chemistry curriculum has been built around the current AP Chemistry Learning Goals, sourced directly from the College Board - your AP Chemistry classroom teacher uses the exact same Learning Goals to develop and implement the classroom curriculum. You can work with confidence knowing that tutoring sessions will address the AP standards as well as specific assignments from the AP Chemistry class.

Summer

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I have been working as a mathematics tutor since 2013, assisting students from middle school through high school and college levels. I also have experience working with students who have special learning needs. When tutoring Algebra, I emphasize the skills and concepts which will be crucial for future success in mathematics.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

I have been working as a mathematics tutor since 2013, assisting students from middle school through high school and college levels. I also have experience working with students who have special learning needs. When tutoring Algebra 2, I emphasize the skills and concepts which will be crucial for future success in mathematics. I have a thorough understanding of Algebra 2 topics, including factoring, graphing, quadratics, conics, polynomials, exponents and logarithms. This knowledge allows me to effectively prepares students for quizzes, exams, and regular homework assignments.
Biology,

Biology

I have developed and digitized a curriculum addressing AP Biology Learning Goals, which are backwards-compatible with typical Honors Biology and entry-level Biology Learning Goals. My curriculum has been built around the current AP Biology Learning Goals, sourced directly from the College Board website. Incidentally, your AP Biology classroom teacher uses the exact same Learning Goals to develop and implement the classroom curriculum. With all files available for instant upload and sharing during online lessons, your student can work with confidence knowing that our tutoring session will address the AP standards as well as assignments from the course teacher. Here are my other subject qualifications: I have a Bachelor of Science, University of California Davis; graduated with Dean's Honor list, First Year Scholar award, and Departmental Award distinctions. Undergraduate emphasis in Microbiology with an emphasis in microbial diversity and ecology. Experience working as a Pharmaceutical Quality Control lab technician at SRI International (Menlo Park, CA) and a Clinical Manufacturing Chemist at Thermo Fisher Scientific (Fremont, CA).
Calculus,

Calculus

By choosing me as your AP Calculus AB tutor you are ensuring that you will have quality explanations for every topic, including limits, derivatives, integrals, and introductory differential equations. My materials are organized according to the AP College Board Learning Goals (the same ones used by your classroom teacher) for each Calculus unit.
Chemistry

Chemistry

My AP Chemistry curriculum has been built around the current AP Chemistry Learning Goals, sourced directly from the College Board - your AP Chemistry classroom teacher uses the exact same Learning Goals to develop and implement the classroom curriculum. You can work with confidence knowing that tutoring sessions will address the AP standards as well as specific assignments from the AP Chemistry class.

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Highly Recommended AP Chemistry Tutor

My son is in his junior year of high school and has a very challenging course load. We found Anna to help with his AP Chemistry class and specifically asked her to focus on concepts and how to set up solving problems. She was patient, thorough, and extremely knowledgeable in regards to the subject matter and course structure. She is organized and went above and beyond when prepping for tutoring sessions. She would check in before each tutoring session to see what my son needed to work on and was always well prepared. Following each session she would send images of the problems and solutions they had worked on during the session as a review. My son has recommended Anna to his friends as a tutor. She has increased his confidence, problem solving skills and scores in AP Chemistry. I highly recommend Anna as a tutor.

Kristina, 14 lessons with Anna

Great AP Chem tutor!

My daughter needed help for her AP Chemistry class and we were so glad that Anna could help her with both her class and the AP exam. She is well organized, well prepared, and extremely knowledgeable. She explained all the topics very clearly and provided lots of material to help with the chemistry class. She was able to cover several topics with clarity within a short period of time and was always available to answer any questions my daughter had. Thank you Anna!

Eileen, 4 lessons with Anna

Osmotic Pressure and Solution Properties

She really makes everything make sense via a straight forward approach. The way she teaches makes the materials seem less scary and daunting. Also we get through the questions quick.

Jennifer, 8 lessons with Anna

She is organized, patient and explains well.

My grade in chemistry improved from C+ to A. I understand the material very well. I also received a science award for Chemistry!

Shadee, 61 lessons with Anna

Flexible and So Considerate!

Anna is not only professional and knowledgeable, but she has been generous and flexible in setting up extra sessions before tests and projects. Her help is so appreciated!

Kimberly, 46 lessons with Anna

So far excellent!

Anna was recommended to us and I'm so grateful that she was! In the 5 or so sessions to date, I have been thoroughly impressed by Anna's considered explanations, patience, and the rapport she has built with my daughter. From our introductory conversation, Anna researched and brought an assessment to gauge my daughter's strengths and weaknesses. Talk about going the extra mile. I'll write another review once the results are in.

Tam, 139 lessons with Anna

Great tutor.

Very patient with our daughter and takes time to explain concepts. Since working with Anna, we have seen an improvement in our daughter's knowledge,which has resulted in improvement in her grades.

David, 37 lessons with Anna

Great Tutor!

Our daughter liked her right away and says she explains in a way she understands. Anna has exceeded my expectations. We only had a few sessions and our daughter is already saying she is starting to like science because is is beginning to understand it a lot better. Anna is very easy to communicate with and responds right away, very easy to schedule sessions with and is very flexible.

Roman, 36 lessons with Anna

Wonderful Chem tutor

Love Anna's calm and focused demeanor, her overall approach to the subject. She makes sure all the concepts are solid, gives just enough scaffolding, and is very encouraging. She's a great find!

Emma, 38 lessons with Anna
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