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CBEST/CSET, GIS, REAL ESTATE FINANCE, SCIENCE, ESSAYS...Oh My!
Lisa H.

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**** Listed in TOP 10% Tutors for Wyzant****Over 2,000 Tutoring Hours****

I am a freelance science and history writer, and have been tutoring real estate finance and real estate appraisal, science, math (prealgebra, algebra, basic math), English and writing. As a retired commercial industrial real estate appraiser and analyst, I have over 20 years experience in commercial, industrial, residential, hotels, medical and special use properties. I am competent handling commercial/industrial...

**** Listed in TOP 10% Tutors for Wyzant****Over 2,000 Tutoring Hours****

I am a freelance science and history writer, and have been tutoring real estate finance and real estate appraisal, science, math (prealgebra, algebra, basic math), English and writing. As a retired commercial industrial real estate appraiser and analyst, I have over 20 years experience in commercial, industrial, residential, hotels, medical and special use properties. I am competent handling commercial/industrial and special use real estate analysis for students or investors, finance, proforma development schedules, waterfall analysis and economic problems. In addition, I offer business and mock interview practice, and developing DCF excel proformas for business interviews.Full time tutor and part time instructor, in 2018 I passed the CBEST and CSET Science instructor tests in California. I also tutor RICA and PRAXIS tests. My published books and articles cover a wide variety of science, history and technical product reviews. I have a B.S. in Agriculture Economics & Land Use (UC Davis, CA) and Geographic Information Systems certificate (SDSU, CA).

I tutor these subjects:

ASVAB testing material
Biology and General Botany
CBEST and CSET Science, Math, Reading and Writing
PRAXIS and RICA tests
College Essays and Personal Statements
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Real Estate Appraisal, Finance and Investment Analysis
Business Finance & Management
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point)
General Computer
History
Information Systems

Whether it's writing essays, financial calculations, or using GIS software and tools, I engage my tutorial students to tackle problems (in a fun way). And I help decipher complicated problems to grasp difficult concepts. Students complete assignments feeling successful.

Do I know everything about a specific subject? No, but that's the challenge! Am I good at finding answers? Yes. Let's work together toward your academic and career goals.

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Education

University of California at Davis Ca
Agriculture Economic-Land Use
San Diego State University
Graduate Coursework
Appraisal Institute - Commercial Industrial Real Estate
Graduate Coursework
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $80
  • Rate details: For CBEST/CSET Students: $50 In person / $50 Online In person (for 3 students): $40/hr/student/hour In person (for 4 students): $40/hr/student/hour $40 Cancellation Fee
  • Lesson cancellation: 3 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 3/16/2018

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Astronomy

Astronomy

I have taught general astronomy to students from ages 5 to 95. I cover constellations to microgravity, from reasons for the seasons to planetary movement. And with different software programs (Starry Nights, Stellarium), I can observe the night sky across the country to explain different phenomenom - in simple and easy-to-understand terms. I wrote lessons for K-8th grade students for different science publications. And at Bellevue College in Bellevue, Washington I presented astronomy lectures for public and K-12 school events. And there's so much to cover that you never stop learning!
Biology

Biology

I currently tutor students in Botany, Biology, Ecology and Environmental Studies. Many students also apply Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with Biology, Ecology, Marine Biology and Environmental Studies. I tutor undergrad to graduate students in these fields applying many spatial and statistical GIS tools using different GIS and remote sensing software programs. At UC Davis I was a preveterinarian student and my undergraduate courses covered biology, botany, animal husbandry, zoology, and physiochemistry. Prior Experience: Completed "Cell & Cell Structure" iPhone/iPad app (highly rated and active) Tutor middle and high school students in AP Biology for Bellevue School District in Bellevue, WA. Write K-6th grade content in biology Write lesson plans for K-12 for different education publishers in marine biology, basic biology,climatology, weather, and botany (NOAA, Trillium Publishing). Science is my passion, biology can get messy, and that's what makes it interesting!
Botany

Botany

At SDSU, my GIS courses require plant identification and habitat location, which require knowledge in botany. At the University of California, Davis, my undergraduate core courses included Botany, Plant Physiology, and Soil Science. From 2005 to current, I write K-6th grade STEM activity newsletters covering different environmental and earth science topics that incorporated botany topics. I create reading, writing, math, science and logic activities.
Business

Business

For over 20 years, I analyzed and valued commercial, industrial and residential real estate properties. I have appraised and analyzed raw land, including residential, commercial, timber and agriculture acreage. My responsibilities included financial analysis of proposed real estate construction projects, real estate economics, written reports, and market trends. I tutor in real estate finance, proforma cash flows, development investments, and using GIS in real estate analysis. And I offer mock interviews to fine tune an individual's presentation for various business positions. I also tutor undergraduate to graduate students, and investors in waterfall structure analysis. As a commercial real estate businesswoman, management covers many areas across different business enterprises. Let's work together to complete strategic business analysis reports, investment strategies, market trend scenarios, discounted cash flows, and economic summaries.
CBEST

CBEST

Hello! In 2018, I passed the CBEST Math, Reading and Writing tests, and the CSET Science Subtest I (Test 215). There is definitely a test strategy to passing these tests; it's not enough to just know the material. I tutor students on test taking, writing and reading comprehension. Since 2005, I have been a published science and technical writer. I have over 500 hours tutoring Wyzant students in person and online covering test taking skills, essay writing and editing, reading comprehension, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Yes, I enjoy teaching students different subject matter.
College Counseling

College Counseling

Hello! For the past eight years, I have assisted high school and college students to dig deep in writing successful college and university application essays. I guide numerous students on Wyzant's platform to successfully complete their personal essays applying to public, private and Ivy League colleges. And many of my students have been international students. Let's work together to complete your personal statements, common essays and college application.
Elementary Science

Elementary Science

I was a Science Volunteer Instructor for the Bellevue School District, Bellevue, WA between 2010 – 2012 for elementary and middle school grades. I was also a Science Instructor for Hands On Science Outreach, between 2002 – 2006. My teaching covered biology, chemistry, and botany lessons for Kindergarten to 3rd grade students. I am currently a Science Writer since 2005. I have published K-12 content and STEM activities for several publishing companies.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

From 2006 to 2012, my family hosted Japanese, Australian and Chinese students at our home. One Chinese student lived with us for one year. I tutored them in English and writing. From 2006 to 2008, I tutored ESOL students at the International School in Bellevue, Washington. From 2010 - 2012, I tutored ESOL students in English and grammar for the Bellevue School District in Bellevue, WA.
General Computer

General Computer

In 2014, I was a general computer tutor for Riverside Community College, and I completed a basic computer hardware and software course. In 2015 - 2016, I completed courses in Python, SQL and Javascript/Jquery at San Diego State University. I am proficient on Microsoft Office Suite.
Geography

Geography

I achieved a Geographic Information Systems Associate Certification on May 2016 from the San Diego State University, San Diego, CA. I have taken Geographic Information System (GIS), Data Analysis, Geocoding, SQL, Javascript, Remote Sensing and Python courses. I have written lesson plans for different education publishers, and online college websites. GIS ties well into my commercial and industrial real estate experience, construction expertise and field work.
GIS

GIS

For the past eight years, I have been tutoring graduate and undergraduate students in the U.S. and at International universities on spatial and raster analysis, spatial statistics, image interpretation (remote sensing), digitizing and various map making skills. I have a Geographical Information Science Associate Certification (completed in May 2016, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA). My skills range from Geographic Information System (GIS), Data Analysis, Geocoding, Remote Sensing and Python. I completed Javascript and MySQL courses online at San Diego Mesa Community College. I utilize ESRI ArcGIS Pro and ArcMap, Open Street Maps and Google Earth Pro to develop online maps and visual interpretation of natural resources, georeferencing, heads up digitizing, vegetation identification, census data, real estate and land use/land change. Different software programs applied vary from HydroCube, OpenStreet, Erdas Imagine, ENVI, and different Esri map making products. And I offer mock interviews to help individuals fine tune their presentations for various employment positions. Let's work together to be successful in GIS.
Martial Arts

Martial Arts

I am a certified first degree blackbelt as an Aikido Instructor, 11 years experience teaching in Washington , Ohio and Maryland. I am a First degree black belt Aiki-Jujitsu Instructor with 2 years training experience. I taught ages 5 to 18 for two years as a Shotokan Karate Instructor (3rd degree black belt).
Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Windows

I use a Lenovo ThinkPad laptop computers with an Windows 8 operating system. I am already qualified for General Computer tutoring. During the 2014 summer session at Riverside Community College, I completed a Basic Computer course covering Windows and Microsoft Office. I also have an Associates Degree in Geographic Information Systems which requires a Windows operating system.
Praxis

Praxis

Since 2018, I have tutored many graduate students and adults taking different California CBEST and CSET tests (single and multiple subject matter) plus the ASVAB, GRE, and RICA tests. I passed the CBEST and CSET Science tests with multiple subject questions and essay prompt answers. Not only do I teach the content, but I also coach on test-taking skills and content prompt writing. For over 20 years, I analyzed, evaluated, and appraised commercial industrial real estate for private and government agencies covering many different business practices and writing. And I am a published science writer. Please review my student reviews that highlight my patience, understanding, and knowledge support that enables them to successfully pass various tests. Thank you, and look forward to working together.
Real Estate

Real Estate

For over 25 years, I have analyzed and valued commercial, industrial and residential real estate properties, in addition to special use properties (churches, morgues, schools, wetlands, mobile home parks, etc). I have appraised and analyzed raw land, including residential, commercial, timber and agriculture acreage. My responsibilities included detailed financial analysis of proposed real estate construction projects, real estate economics and detailed business reports. Economic market trends were highlighted specific to individual subject matter. I tutor in real estate finance, proforma cash flows, development investments, construction proforma cashflows, underwriting and waterfall analysis, In addition, I apply GIS mapping and spatial analysis. And I offer mock interviews to fine tune an individual's presentation for various business positions. For the last 8 years, I have been a Wyzant real estate and business tutor for international and U.S students, investors and real estate brokers. Let's work together to complete strategic business analysis reports, investment strategies, market trend scenarios, discounted cash flows, and economic summaries.
Social Studies

Social Studies

For the Bellevue School District in Bellevue, Washington, I was a middle to high school social study tutor. I have an Associates Certification degree from SDSU in Geographic Information Systems, which covers geography and technology. I am prequalified as an American History teacher. I have written social studies content for MacDirectory Magazine.
Spelling

Spelling

For the past 12 years, I have written and published several online and hard copy publications (NOAA, SAIL and Boys' Life Magazine, MacDirectory Magazine, Science Weekly, Trillium Publishing). Spelling and editing are key to any writer. From 2008 to 2012, I also tutored middle to high school students in spelling, reading and writing for the Bellevue School District in Bellevue, Washington. For the Eastside Academy and the Bellevue School District in Bellevue, Washington (2006 - 2010), I volunteered as a middle to high school English and writing tutor. Correct spelling and vocabulary skills are essential for teaching English, reading and writing.
Study Skills

Study Skills

Currently, I tutor different technology students in Geographic Information Systems. Study skills are essential to understand this material. From 2008 to 2012, I was a certified Science Volunteer Tutor for the Bellevue School District, Bellevue, WA. I tutored elementary and middle school grades in study skills for biology, chemistry, math, writing and English, and history. From 2006 to 2008, I was a Pro-bono Tutor for the International School and Eastgate Academy in Bellevue. I taught study skills for middle and high school students in English, writing and history. From 2002 to 2006, I was a Science Instructor for Hands On Science Outreach in Springs, MD. I covered biology, chemistry, and botany lessons for Kindergarten to 3rd grade students.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

From 2005 to present, I am a Freelance Writer and have published books, magazines, and online content. Recent clients included MacDirectory Magazine, Trillium Publishing and Science Weekly. Knowledge and correct use of grade level vocabulary is important and key to writing decisive and interesting content. For NOAA for 2005-2008, I edited online elementary and middle school tutorial material, educational gaming, and lessons. The material covered a wide variety of ocean related topics. In 2007, I edited and wrote science prompts and lesson activities for elementary & middle school students.
Writing

Writing

Numerous college students have come to me with "It's due in an hour!" or "I have to turn it in tonight!". No worries, we complete each task successfully and on time. And then we work on organization and essay structure, so there's not a crisis for the next essay assignment, or college application requirement. And I edit personal statements for undergrad and graduate college applications. The key is realizing these essays will require revisions. For the past 12 years, I have been a published writer for several different online and hard copy publications (Learning Express, NOAA, SAIL and Boys' Life Magazine, MacDirectory Magazine, Science Weekly, and Trillium Publishing). Let my experience improve your opportunities!

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Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor

Lisa H helped me in my real estate class giving me knowledge and a better understanding of the project I needed help on. Her patience and guidance was the reason I aced the project and got an A. For this I say thank you so much. Use Lisa H she is fantastic and patient.

Brian, 9 lessons with Lisa
Tutor responded:

Hi Brian, thank you very much and so glad that you passed the course. Wonderful news and congratulations. All the best in your real estate career, Lisa Hill.

Incredibly Knowledgeable and Kind

I had not used GIS software in quite some time, and when I tried to return to it for a project I was completely lost. Lisa explained different tools and methods that I had little to no previous experience with in a manner I could understand. She ensured that I was following along with her and answered all questions I had, and there were quite a few. I feel much more confident in my GIS abilities after meeting with her, and I will definitely be contacting her if I have any further questions. Cannot recommend her enough!

Hayden, 3 lessons with Lisa

Fantastic Tutor!

Thankful I connected with Lisa, she is a great tutor! Lisa was able to provide me with the guidance and knowledge I needed to pass the CSET 215. She reviewed my previous score and provided me with strategies on essay writing and test taking. I passed my exam and will always be grateful to her! Thank you again, Lisa.

Mariana, 5 lessons with Lisa
Tutor responded:

Hi Mariana, this is wonderful news! Congratulations. This was a tough test and you persevered. Enjoy teaching science! Best, Lisa Hill.

GIS Help

Experienced, engaging and patient tutor, is always on time and extremely dedicated, Lisa broke down complicated topics into easy-to-understand terms, always kept me motivated and confident in my abilities, Lisa used engaging activities and real-world examples to make learning fun. My grades have improved significantly since starting tutoring sessions.

Jeffrey, 36 lessons with Lisa
Tutor responded:

Hi Jeff, thank you very much for this detailed review. I am always happy to apply engaging scenarios to complex tasks and keep the information pertinent. Very glad your grades have improved. Keep up the good work, Lisa Hill.

Lisa knows her GIS and communicates well

I needed help with an ArcGIS Pro project and Lisa is helping me learn at a rapid pace. She communicates well and has a mastery of GIS topics both within and beyond ESRI.

Charlie, 4 lessons with Lisa
Tutor responded:

Hi Charlie, it's always interesting applying GIS skills to real life scenarios and business dealings. Thank you again and look forward to see how you apply these new skills. Very welcome, Lisa Hill.

Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor

Lisa is an amazing tutor and really knows the information she is teaching you. She not only did a great job of tutoring, but was extremely helpful in providing other resources to help me study for the exam we were prepping for. I highly recommend her and if I ever need another tutor in the future will most definitely use her again. I cannot recommend her enough. She is fantastic.

Ann, 10 lessons with Lisa
Tutor responded:

Hi Ann, thank you for this wonderful review and glad you were able to apply the different resources. I am here to help all students achieve their goals. Appreciate and good luck!, Lisa Hill.

Helpful Lesson

This is my second time using Lisa. Great help when you need help with your Real Estate studies. She always comes through. This last time needed help understanding Depreciation, Basis and computing gains. I was stuck and frustrated. Not no more! Thanks once again.

Marc, 2 lessons with Lisa
Tutor responded:

Hi Marc, what is interesting about real estate is the diversity of topics and financial calculations. Financial formulas can help explain gains and losses, but it's very important to understand data input and application. Always welcome, Lisa Hill.

Google Earth Pro problems

My Google Earth Pro kept crashing, and I was unable to resolve the issue. Lisa helped get to the bottom of it and had me up and running after one session. I would definitely recommend her to anyone in the GIS or appraisal field.

Steven, 1 lesson with Lisa
Tutor responded:

Hi Steven, thank you again for this review and glad we were able to figure out the GIS problems. Google Earth Pro is resourceful, and just glad everything worked out. Thank you, Lisa Hill.

Great teacher, very patient in explaining complex concepts.

Lisa has been a great help as I’ve been preparing to take my Certified General Appraiser examination. She is very patient and is good at explaining the logical process of the appraisal valuation process. She is very knowledgeable in business/finance and I have seen a great improvement since I’ve started working with her. I highly recommend Lisa’s tutoring services!

Andrew, 13 lessons with Lisa
Tutor responded:

Hi Andrew, congratulations on being accepted to the MBA program and I am very glad you are pursuing the General Appraisal license. You are working hard to become very proficient, and commercial industrial appraisal definitely is a unique field of expertise. Good luck on your new career path!

Extremely knowledgable and patient tutor!

Lisa is very skilled in financial modeling and patiently guided me through building a cash flow. I look forward to having Lisa help me with any difficulties that arise.

Olivia, 3 lessons with Lisa
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