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Gretchen D. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Gretchen D.
32/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Patient and Knowledgeable English as a Second Language & Spanish Tutor

Hello! I am a former high school Spanish teacher who has discovered that I much prefer smaller group settings or one-on-one. Knowing a second language is a must in today's society and I also include ESL tutoring in my subjects. I took 5 years of...

4.8 (169)
32/hour
1,055 hours tutoring

Hello! I am a former high school Spanish teacher who has discovered that I much prefer smaller group settings or one-on-one. Knowing a second language is a must in today's society and I also include ESL tutoring in my subjects. I took 5 years of...

Julie O. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Julie O.
99/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

AP chemistry tutoring

I enjoy helping students in general chemistry, biochemistry, AP chemistry and any other school chemistry test preparation. I hold a B.S. in chemistry and M.S. in biochemistry. Using molecular cloning, I have also conducted research in...

5.0 (1650)
99/hour
9,952 hours tutoring

I enjoy helping students in general chemistry, biochemistry, AP chemistry and any other school chemistry test preparation. I hold a B.S. in chemistry and M.S. in biochemistry. Using molecular cloning, I have also conducted research in...

Allison D. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Allison D.
100/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Patient and detail-oriented tutor dedicated to your learning

Hello! My name is Allison, and I am a graduate from the University of California, San Diego, with a degree in Cognitive Science and an extensive background in academia, having worked for the UCSD Office of Undergraduate Admissions. I find...

5.0 (3)
100/hour
47 hours tutoring

Hello! My name is Allison, and I am a graduate from the University of California, San Diego, with a degree in Cognitive Science and an extensive background in academia, having worked for the UCSD Office of Undergraduate Admissions. I find...

Orestis K. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Orestis K.
80/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Modern Greek Instructor with BA from the University of Athens

Orestis K. is a native Greek with a deep knowledge of every aspect of the language. As a Greek Instructor he combines multiple teaching methods, making sure that every student receives a personalized approach based on their needs, desires,...

5.0 (50)
80/hour
315 hours tutoring

Orestis K. is a native Greek with a deep knowledge of every aspect of the language. As a Greek Instructor he combines multiple teaching methods, making sure that every student receives a personalized approach based on their needs, desires,...

Pranav M. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Pranav M.
225/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Cornell Dean's List Tutor Specializing in Math and CS

I have completed a BA in Computer Science and Mathematics from Cornell, where I have appeared on the Dean's List for multiple semesters. I also completed my Masters of Engineering in Computer Science at Cornell. I attended Thomas Jefferson High...

5.0 (8)
225/hour
26 hours tutoring

I have completed a BA in Computer Science and Mathematics from Cornell, where I have appeared on the Dean's List for multiple semesters. I also completed my Masters of Engineering in Computer Science at Cornell. I attended Thomas Jefferson High...

Jeff D. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeff D.
125/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Ph.D. Physics Grad for Math & Physics Tutoring

Hello students! I am a tutor specializing in both Math and Physics. I have a Bachelors, Masters and PhD in Physics. I have loved teaching since I was a kid (completely true - ask my mom) :) While at U.C. Santa Barbara as an undergraduate, I...

5.0 (45)
125/hour
231 hours tutoring

Hello students! I am a tutor specializing in both Math and Physics. I have a Bachelors, Masters and PhD in Physics. I have loved teaching since I was a kid (completely true - ask my mom) :) While at U.C. Santa Barbara as an undergraduate, I...

Vincent T. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vincent T.
45/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Anatomy Tutor & Fitness Professional

I am a student physical therapist and I am passionate about helping students understand the human body's structure and function along with how it is applied in an exercise and rehabilitation setting. In addition to my academic career, I am a...

5.0 (16)
45/hour
47 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutesNote that average response time is based on Vincent’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 5:00 am UTC.

I am a student physical therapist and I am passionate about helping students understand the human body's structure and function along with how it is applied in an exercise and rehabilitation setting. In addition to my academic career, I am a...

Leon B. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Leon B.
180/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

I'm *NOT* your TYPICAL TUTOR | Stanford University Graduate

You're busy but you're also looking for the perfect tutor so here's all you really need to know about me: 1) I've been teaching and tutoring since I was 16 years old 2) I went to Stanford University and I love academics 3) I'm an international DJ...

5.0 (76)
180/hour
439 hours tutoring

You're busy but you're also looking for the perfect tutor so here's all you really need to know about me: 1) I've been teaching and tutoring since I was 16 years old 2) I went to Stanford University and I love academics 3) I'm an international DJ...

Amanda B. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amanda B.
195/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

SAT, ACT, GRE & GMAT Specialist | 5+ Point ACT Gains

My students consistently achieve 300+ point SAT increases, 5+ point ACT improvements, and 100+ point GMAT gains. I specialize in SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT preparation, along with math and science coursework through the AP and college level. These...

5.0 (194)
195/hour
1,240 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutesNote that average response time is based on Amanda’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 5:00 am UTC.

My students consistently achieve 300+ point SAT increases, 5+ point ACT improvements, and 100+ point GMAT gains. I specialize in SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT preparation, along with math and science coursework through the AP and college level. These...

Anna M. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anna M.
120/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Specializing in Chemistry Honors, AP Chemistry, and AP CalculusAB

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...

5.0 (353)
120/hour
1,908 hours tutoring

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...

Solana C. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Solana C.
115/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

STEM and Dyscalculia Specialist! Over 20 Years Experience

I have been tutoring for over 25 years. I tutor K-12 and some college courses. I received my degree in Genetics so I'm great with math and the sciences. I am also great with English and Language Arts. I am a nerd and proud of it! I believe...

5.0 (4)
115/hour
7 hours tutoring

I have been tutoring for over 25 years. I tutor K-12 and some college courses. I received my degree in Genetics so I'm great with math and the sciences. I am also great with English and Language Arts. I am a nerd and proud of it! I believe...

Kat T. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kat T.
100/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Chemistry, Science, Math and Russian (bilingual, native) Tutor

I graduated from two high-ranked universities in the world: Belarusian State University (degree in Healthcare Administration) and UCLA (degree in Biochemistry). I am a well-articulated native Russian speaker, and I have been tutoring Russian for...

5.0 (24)
100/hour
40 hours tutoring

I graduated from two high-ranked universities in the world: Belarusian State University (degree in Healthcare Administration) and UCLA (degree in Biochemistry). I am a well-articulated native Russian speaker, and I have been tutoring Russian for...

Vasuda D. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vasuda D.
60/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Medical Student for Math and Science Tutoring

My name is Vasuda D. and I am a first-year medical student at Sidney Kimmel Medical College. I am part of the Penn State - Jefferson Accelerated Medical Program. I graduated from Gunn High School, Palo Alto in 2022. I got 5's on all of my APs; I...

5.0 (4)
60/hour
17 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

My name is Vasuda D. and I am a first-year medical student at Sidney Kimmel Medical College. I am part of the Penn State - Jefferson Accelerated Medical Program. I graduated from Gunn High School, Palo Alto in 2022. I got 5's on all of my APs; I...

Joseph P. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joseph P.
70/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Bella Italia! Italian language and culture tutoring for adults.

I am a doctoral student at the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. I write from my home in Woodside. I have many years of experience tutoring and teaching at all levels, including many years teaching Latin, Italian, and Spanish to...

5.0 (20)
70/hour
76 hours tutoring

I am a doctoral student at the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome. I write from my home in Woodside. I have many years of experience tutoring and teaching at all levels, including many years teaching Latin, Italian, and Spanish to...

Erfan K. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Erfan K.
135/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Experienced College Level math and Engineering Tutor

I hold a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from Columbia University, and I have passed my Professional Engineer (PE) exam and am an Engineer-in-Training (EIT). My professional experience at Tesla and SpaceX has given me a strong...

5.0 (8)
135/hour
42 hours tutoring

I hold a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from Columbia University, and I have passed my Professional Engineer (PE) exam and am an Engineer-in-Training (EIT). My professional experience at Tesla and SpaceX has given me a strong...

Marite B. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Marite B.
65/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Certified Educator with 10+ years experience, effective & supportive

My name is Marité, and I am a credentialed bilingual educator based in the Bay Area with over ten years of experience teaching in a Spanish–English dual language immersion program. As an elementary school teacher, I teach core academic...

5.0 (23)
65/hour
100 hours tutoring

My name is Marité, and I am a credentialed bilingual educator based in the Bay Area with over ten years of experience teaching in a Spanish–English dual language immersion program. As an elementary school teacher, I teach core academic...

Sotirios K. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sotirios K.
55/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Physics and Math tutor to help you reach your educational goals

I am a theoretical physicist and I have loved all my life the study of the universe and its secrets through research and continued education. Mathematics and Science have offered modern humans unprecedented awareness. Strong ethical individuals,...

5.0 (1567)
55/hour
8,365 hours tutoring
Response time: 51 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I am a theoretical physicist and I have loved all my life the study of the universe and its secrets through research and continued education. Mathematics and Science have offered modern humans unprecedented awareness. Strong ethical individuals,...

Miriam K. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Miriam K.
60/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Experienced Tutor Specializing in Middle School and High School Math

Hi, my name is Miriam! I graduated suma cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in biology from Brandeis University and earned a PhD in Neuroscience from Stanford University. I then completed a postdoctoral fellowship in genetics at the University of...

4.9 (54)
60/hour
360 hours tutoring

Hi, my name is Miriam! I graduated suma cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in biology from Brandeis University and earned a PhD in Neuroscience from Stanford University. I then completed a postdoctoral fellowship in genetics at the University of...

Ken B. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ken B.
60/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

English Language (ESL, TOEIC, TOEFL, Business, Casual)

Need help with your day to day English conversational skills? Have you relocated to the U.S. and your spouse is struggling with the English language? Are you Are you studying for the TOEIC or TOEFL exams? If so, I can help. I am the son of...

5.0 (251)
60/hour
280 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Need help with your day to day English conversational skills? Have you relocated to the U.S. and your spouse is struggling with the English language? Are you Are you studying for the TOEIC or TOEFL exams? If so, I can help. I am the son of...

Donnie R. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Donnie R.
125/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

PhD Chemist & Math Expert | Patient Tutor for STEM & Test Prep

Hi, I'm Donnie. I'm a PhD chemist from UC Berkeley with a passion for making complex subjects feel approachable and clear. My goal is to help students build a deep, fundamental understanding so they can solve problems with confidence and...

5.0 (4)
125/hour
38 hours tutoring
Response time: 5 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Hi, I'm Donnie. I'm a PhD chemist from UC Berkeley with a passion for making complex subjects feel approachable and clear. My goal is to help students build a deep, fundamental understanding so they can solve problems with confidence and...

Sana Z. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sana Z.
75/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Experienced Econ & Stats Tutor for AP and Undergraduate Students

I hold a Master’s degree in Economics from San Jose State University, which I earned in 2022. Since then, I have been tutoring microeconomics, macroeconomics, and statistics on various online platforms. My experience includes working with high...

5.0 (12)
75/hour
135 hours tutoring

I hold a Master’s degree in Economics from San Jose State University, which I earned in 2022. Since then, I have been tutoring microeconomics, macroeconomics, and statistics on various online platforms. My experience includes working with high...

Daniel O. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Daniel O.
50/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Masters in Computational Physics with 20+ years tutoring experience

I have tutored students privately off and on for over 20 years. I am also a Physics professor in the CSU system (California State University) and am very good at developing a rapport with my students. In addition, I am very patient and always ask...

4.8 (68)
50/hour
405 hours tutoring

I have tutored students privately off and on for over 20 years. I am also a Physics professor in the CSU system (California State University) and am very good at developing a rapport with my students. In addition, I am very patient and always ask...

Paige W. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Paige W.
90/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Math Tools For Success - Its the Thought That Counts!

Don't let a math class keep you from achieving your goals--let me help! I am a grad student in Mathematics, currently taking a break from classes. I also have a B.S. in Secondary Math Education. Although I am very skilled at many different types...

4.9 (411)
90/hour
2,273 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Don't let a math class keep you from achieving your goals--let me help! I am a grad student in Mathematics, currently taking a break from classes. I also have a B.S. in Secondary Math Education. Although I am very skilled at many different types...

Purav D. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Purav D.
50/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Incoming Med Student | 95th Percentile MCAT | Chemistry & Reading Comp

Hi I'm Purav! I recently graduated from the undergraduate portion of my BSMD program and will be starting medical school in the fall. I dedicated a substantial amount of time in high school and college to tutoring my peers in biology, chemistry,...

5.0 (2)
50/hour
8 hours tutoring

Hi I'm Purav! I recently graduated from the undergraduate portion of my BSMD program and will be starting medical school in the fall. I dedicated a substantial amount of time in high school and college to tutoring my peers in biology, chemistry,...

Tobi S. Near Portola Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tobi S.
167/hour

Near Portola Valley, CA

Stanford PhD | AP Biology, High School & College Biology Expert

Are you feeling stressed or anxious about your biology course? Maybe you're struggling with a difficult test or need help with a lab or special project. Or perhaps you're simply looking to level up your understanding of biology. Maybe you’re a...

5.0 (1448)
167/hour
4,795 hours tutoring

Are you feeling stressed or anxious about your biology course? Maybe you're struggling with a difficult test or need help with a lab or special project. Or perhaps you're simply looking to level up your understanding of biology. Maybe you’re a...

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