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Catch Up, Keep Up, Get Ahead - Fun Tutor 12+ Years of Experience
Karina M.

16 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $85

About Karina


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If you're looking to catch up, keep up, or get ahead, learning should be an exciting journey, and I’m here to make that journey enjoyable and rewarding for every student I work with. With years of tutoring experience—from pre-K through college—I’ve had the privilege of helping students conquer challenging subjects like math, science, and writing. While at UCSD, I worked alongside professors, leading workshops and creating lesson plans that complemented class...

Thanks for visiting my page!

If you're looking to catch up, keep up, or get ahead, learning should be an exciting journey, and I’m here to make that journey enjoyable and rewarding for every student I work with. With years of tutoring experience—from pre-K through college—I’ve had the privilege of helping students conquer challenging subjects like math, science, and writing. While at UCSD, I worked alongside professors, leading workshops and creating lesson plans that complemented class topics. Whether I’m helping struggling students improve their grades or assisting high achievers in diving deeper into the material, my goal is to make learning fun with a customized approach.

What sets me apart as a tutor is my engaging, patient, and encouraging teaching style. I break down complex concepts in ways that make sense to each student, creating a learning environment where they feel motivated and confident. I don’t just want students to understand how to solve problems, but also why the methods work, empowering them to become independent learners.

I have extensive teaching experience across multiple subjects. Currently, I’m a Senior Lead Instructor at Mathnasium, a substitute teacher, and a private tutor for students ranging from elementary to college level, all while working full-time in tech. I’ve also taught at the university level during my time at UCSD. I graduated from UCSD with a degree in Biochemistry (Chemistry emphasis), and was just two courses shy of a minor in Physics and Math. My passion for education extends beyond STEM—I’ve also helped students with writing courses, strengthening their communication skills. Additionally, I’ve had the privilege of teaching students abroad in Peru and the Dominican Republic.

If you’re looking for a tutor who is knowledgeable, engaging, and committed to student success, I’d love to help! Feel free to reach out—I’m flexible and happy to find the best approach to meet your needs.


Education

UCSD
Biochemistry
  • Licensed teacher

Additional Languages

Punjabi

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Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I’ve worked for many years tutoring high school students virtually and in person in Algebra. Students have ranged from those wanting an additional challenge to those who may be struggling to understand and catch up. I’ve been able to move students up by at least one letter grade and am able to work with all skill and personality levels. From those who are shy to those who are extremely confident, my years of experience have allowed me to connect with everyone I meet with.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I’ve taught Algebra extensively for over 10 years ranging from junior high/elementary to college level
Bible Studies

Bible Studies

I've received 4 years of formal Bible Studies education, with an A+ every year and recognition as the top performing student. After my formal education, I went on to work with youth for 2 years in church leading Bible studies on the weekends and once a week
Chemistry

Chemistry

UCSD Biochemstry graduate with focus on chemistry. Tutored 30+ students in high school chemistry (regular and AP) as well as college Chemistry.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

Tutored 5+ children in common core math and regular math throughout San Diego county. Also tutored a few children this year in private elementary school math. Grades range 1-6.
IELTS

IELTS

I took IELTS certification courses at UC San Diego back in mid/late 2000s and passed all courses. I have had experience in working with students abroad via Zoom or in person to help them prepare for/pass the exam. Additional, I have worked with students individually and in groups providing lots of material I created on my own and ones I’d found online to help with furthering their understanding. Finally, I have also worked in Adult Schools tutoring English for 10+ years.
Nutrition

Nutrition

I've been certified as a nutritionist through NASM and have covered topics ranging from counting macros to understanding the basic building blocks of food. I've worked with students from elementary to adult and helped create nutrition plans to help them lose, maintain or gain weight
ACT Math
ACT Reading
Biology
Elementary Science
English
ESL/ESOL
GED
Geography
Geometry
Grammar
GRE
Microsoft Word
Physics
Prealgebra
Precalculus
Proofreading
Reading
SAT Reading
Spanish
Spelling
Trigonometry
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