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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,...
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,...
Philip is a very skilled tutor. He takes the time to explain things in a way that is easily understood. He is extremely knowledgeable about music and has been great at offering tips to help me get better in a short amount of tim... - Elizabeth, 52 lessons with Philip

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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...
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...
Brandy C has been such a great help with my son's high school writing projects, essays, assignments, and personal creative writing projects. My son enjoys their time and finds his writing improving with a personal coach to help hi... - Nancy, 106 lessons with Brandy

Near Santa Monica, CA
Stanford Grad & Alum Interviewer/Top College Essay and Admissions
Greetings! My name is Lisa, and I am here to leverage both my educational and professional experience to help you craft the most compelling college essay possible so you can your college admissions goals. I have personally interviewed dozens...
Greetings! My name is Lisa, and I am here to leverage both my educational and professional experience to help you craft the most compelling college essay possible so you can your college admissions goals. I have personally interviewed dozens...

Near Santa Monica, CA
Exceptional Writing, Literature, and ACT/SAT/GRE Tutor
I've always loved learning. To me, teaching is an extension of that thirst for education. I started tutoring my fellow classmates in high school and never stopped seeking to help others learn. In graduate school, I taught writing and rhetoric...
I've always loved learning. To me, teaching is an extension of that thirst for education. I started tutoring my fellow classmates in high school and never stopped seeking to help others learn. In graduate school, I taught writing and rhetoric...
Sonya helped me polish my personal statement 10x better in just an hour. She is very professional and knows exactly what areas need improvement. Definitely will be working together again. - Sorob, 6 lessons with Sonya

Santa Monica, CA
Write Your Essays Now for College and Graduate Schools!
Essay Writing ... My students have gained admission to Berkeley, Berkeley GMP, Cambridge, Cornell, Dartmouth, Michigan, N.Y.U., Oberlin, Oxford, Penn, Pratt, Purdue, Skidmore, Stanford, Swarthmore, UCI, UT at Austin, UCLA, Tulane, Union...
Essay Writing ... My students have gained admission to Berkeley, Berkeley GMP, Cambridge, Cornell, Dartmouth, Michigan, N.Y.U., Oberlin, Oxford, Penn, Pratt, Purdue, Skidmore, Stanford, Swarthmore, UCI, UT at Austin, UCLA, Tulane, Union...
Shelley helped my son with his college essays. When we contacted her, he had already written 5 essays. We were not sure what the colleges were looking for. Shelley was very knowledgeable about the application process and kept th... - Janet, 6 lessons with Shelley

Near Santa Monica, CA
B.S. from Caltech, Math, Essay Writing, and SAT Prep/Test Prep Tutor.
Hi, I'm Shwetha! I'm currently obtaining my M.S. in Electrical Engineering from UCLA. Prior to that, I worked at a technology startup in Torrance, CA, for two years. In 2023, I graduated from the California Institute of Technology with a B.S. in...
Hi, I'm Shwetha! I'm currently obtaining my M.S. in Electrical Engineering from UCLA. Prior to that, I worked at a technology startup in Torrance, CA, for two years. In 2023, I graduated from the California Institute of Technology with a B.S. in...

Near Santa Monica, CA
UChicago graduate with 6+ years of tutoring experience
I am a University of Chicago graduate, holding a Magna Cum Laude bachelor’s degree in economics. My education was highly quantitative in nature, but I have explored the humanities, social sciences, and physical sciences in depth; this enables a...
I am a University of Chicago graduate, holding a Magna Cum Laude bachelor’s degree in economics. My education was highly quantitative in nature, but I have explored the humanities, social sciences, and physical sciences in depth; this enables a...

Santa Monica, CA
Math Teacher|Michigan + Northwestern Law|Perfect Score Math ACT + SAT
I love math. I truly do. Since as long as I can remember, I've always found it fascinating, interesting, and highly rewarding. But what I love even more than ripping through a problem set is sharing my passion for math with ambitious students....
I love math. I truly do. Since as long as I can remember, I've always found it fascinating, interesting, and highly rewarding. But what I love even more than ripping through a problem set is sharing my passion for math with ambitious students....
After struggling for a whole year with precalculus, I asked Huzefa for some help. In 3 weeks, we were able to review all of the precalculus and SAT concepts and even went on to calculus studying limits, derivatives, and integrals!... - Nur, 21 lessons with Huzefa

Near Santa Monica, CA
Teacher of beginners to Grammy winners!- Singing lessons in all styles
Hi there! My name is Nicolette and I am a professional singer and vocal mentor. I teach students how to be mesmerizing. I love seeing my students grow and I teach across all skill levels. I do virtual lessons with singers and performance artists...
Hi there! My name is Nicolette and I am a professional singer and vocal mentor. I teach students how to be mesmerizing. I love seeing my students grow and I teach across all skill levels. I do virtual lessons with singers and performance artists...
Nicolette is by far the best singing couch I have ever had. It is obvious from your first lesson that she is extremely talented and well trained. She is also amazing at explaining concepts to her students and is very engage duri... - Kayla, 33 lessons with NICOLETTE

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Specialist in Nutrition|Human+Exercise Physiology|Personal Statements
My aim is to simplify your learning—helping you achieve your goals while gaining lasting insights that extend beyond our sessions. As a Certified Health Education Specialist with an MPH in Nutrition (Harvard), TEDx Talk & 17 years of tutoring...
My aim is to simplify your learning—helping you achieve your goals while gaining lasting insights that extend beyond our sessions. As a Certified Health Education Specialist with an MPH in Nutrition (Harvard), TEDx Talk & 17 years of tutoring...
After returning to grad school to pursue a Master’s in Exercise Science, I was really struggling with Exercise Physiology, especially since it had been a few years since I’d been in school. Despite having taken the NASM, I felt co... - Daniel, 30 lessons with Muriel

Near Santa Monica, CA
PhD Expert in Music Theory, Ear Training, Ableton, Mix/Master, Piano
I hold a PhD in Music Theory from the renowned Eastman School of Music. I have hundreds of hours of music theory teaching experience (150+ students taught), in large and small classrooms, Zoom, and private tutoring. I have three degrees in Music...
I hold a PhD in Music Theory from the renowned Eastman School of Music. I have hundreds of hours of music theory teaching experience (150+ students taught), in large and small classrooms, Zoom, and private tutoring. I have three degrees in Music...
Ethan is one of the best tutors I have had throughout all of my education. He is extremely patient, knowledgeable, and a true example of what every educator should be like. He went through and helped me with all the concepts I did... - Scott

Near Santa Monica, 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...
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...
I cannot recommend Zeth highly enough! With just two weeks before my son's Calculus BC AP exam, we were worried about his preparation and confidence level. From the moment Zeth began tutoring him, we saw an incredible transformati... - Anna, 9 lessons with Zeth

Near Santa Monica, CA
Hiya! I'm Zahne, I hope I can be of help to your education.
Hello! I'm Zahne. I am a college graduate from Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in Game Design & Development from Rochester Institute of Technology, graduating with a 3.7 GPA and making the Deans's Honor List, and Summa Cum Laude....
Hello! I'm Zahne. I am a college graduate from Rochester Institute of Technology with a degree in Game Design & Development from Rochester Institute of Technology, graduating with a 3.7 GPA and making the Deans's Honor List, and Summa Cum Laude....

Santa Monica, CA
176 LSAT! Common Sense and Collaborative Tutoring
Experienced LSAT tutor who believes any student can succeed at the test using common sense approaches. Forget memorizing arbitrary and theoretical question/game types! Instead, I take a practice-question first approach and break down challenges...
Experienced LSAT tutor who believes any student can succeed at the test using common sense approaches. Forget memorizing arbitrary and theoretical question/game types! Instead, I take a practice-question first approach and break down challenges...

Near Santa Monica, CA
Learning Specialist, Writing Coach, 15+ Years Exp., Wyzant Top Tutor
Josh is very passionate about helping students succeed. He has extensive experience tutoring and teaching online and at many private schools and homeschooling organizations in the Los Angeles area for the past 15 years, including, Bridges Academy,...
Josh is very passionate about helping students succeed. He has extensive experience tutoring and teaching online and at many private schools and homeschooling organizations in the Los Angeles area for the past 15 years, including, Bridges Academy,...
I have had Josh as a private teacher, as well as in a classroom, for almost eight years now, and he has been an astounding, breathtaking and unparalleled teacher and mentor, without a doubt the best I've ever had! He has taught me... - Marianna

Santa Monica, CA
Patient & Experienced Spanish Tutor & Elementary Teacher
I pride myself on being a patient and experienced Spanish language tutor and former elementary school teacher. I am willing and able to tutor students in Spanish from elementary school, middle school, high school, college level and all adults who...
I pride myself on being a patient and experienced Spanish language tutor and former elementary school teacher. I am willing and able to tutor students in Spanish from elementary school, middle school, high school, college level and all adults who...
Stephanie worked wonders with my daughter who had been struggling with Spanish III. Topics that she would not understand through her class teacher were broken down/explained by Stephanie in a way my daughter was able to comprehend... - Kyle, 6 lessons with Stefanie

Near Santa Monica, CA
Guitar, Bass, & Ukulele Instructor w/10+ Years of Teaching Experience
Hi, I'm Kevin! I've been playing guitar for over 20 years, and I love to play and teach music. I graduated cum laude from Musicians Institute in 2016 (BA in Guitar Performance) and in 2023 (AA in Audio Engineering). I love to play a wide variety...
Hi, I'm Kevin! I've been playing guitar for over 20 years, and I love to play and teach music. I graduated cum laude from Musicians Institute in 2016 (BA in Guitar Performance) and in 2023 (AA in Audio Engineering). I love to play a wide variety...
Kevin has a full understanding of guitar. I am a fairly accomplished guitarist who has played for over fifty years and Kevin is helping me understand the theory behind the notes. Highly recommended. - Kevin, 4 lessons with Kevin

Near Santa Monica, CA
Physics PhD - Amazing Physics, Mathematics and MCAT tutor
Hello Parents and Students, I have a PhD in Mathematical Physics. I have been teaching and tutoring Physics and Math for over 20 years both at the high school and college level and the reviews from my students say it all. Physics, Math, and...
Hello Parents and Students, I have a PhD in Mathematical Physics. I have been teaching and tutoring Physics and Math for over 20 years both at the high school and college level and the reviews from my students say it all. Physics, Math, and...
Nazanin has been a wonderful physics tutor. I've had others in the New Orleans area - most good, one awful - Naz is in a league of her own. Her grasp of the subject is profound (she holds a PhD in physics). Her tutoring style is t... - Gerald, 15 lessons with Nazanin

Near Santa Monica, CA
Transformative Tutoring: Dynamic Writing/Reading/Essays/Test Prep!
I help students believe in themselves! For over twenty years, I’ve guided students to raise their grades, boost their scores, and develop essays that get into top programs. But more importantly, I’ve taught people of all ages to write more...
I help students believe in themselves! For over twenty years, I’ve guided students to raise their grades, boost their scores, and develop essays that get into top programs. But more importantly, I’ve taught people of all ages to write more...
My son’s English grade has gone up to an A. His teacher mentioned that he is more confident in class, as well. Heidi knows how to teach. She comes prepared with lessons that deals with the fundamentals of writing. She doesn’t jus... - Carolyn, 152 lessons with Heidi

Near Santa Monica, CA
Hebrew Teacher in High School and Elementary school, Bar/Bat Mitzvah
For over 20 years it has been my joy to teach Hebrew to students of all ages in private Jewish elementary and high schools, evening adult education classes, as well as privately tutoring children preparing for a bar mitzvah or adults seeking to...
For over 20 years it has been my joy to teach Hebrew to students of all ages in private Jewish elementary and high schools, evening adult education classes, as well as privately tutoring children preparing for a bar mitzvah or adults seeking to...
Kobi is simply outstanding. Period. He worked with my daughter for 9 months to prepare her for her bat mitzvah. If you are reading this review, look no further to hire a Hebrew tutor. Kobi is a superior---a gifted teacher who know... - Sloan , 29 lessons with Kobi

Near Santa Monica, CA
Berkeley PhD, Harvard Author - Writing Coach for College Essays
I help students write compelling, effective college essays. The college application process is daunting — especially when it comes to writing about yourself. Drawing on twenty years' teaching experience and my background as an author...
I help students write compelling, effective college essays. The college application process is daunting — especially when it comes to writing about yourself. Drawing on twenty years' teaching experience and my background as an author...
I was struggling with my college essay, and whenever I met with other tutors, they just edited my work. Ben was totally different: he asked me questions I hadn’t even considered writing about, and he gave me low-pressure homework ... - Adam, 3 lessons with Ben

Santa Monica, CA
Ivy League Cornell-Penn WhartGrad-Patient,Friendly 20+Years Experience
I was fortunate to teach three classes in data analytics at my Alma Mater Wharton in September 2019. I have tutored in a wide range of subjects, from English, math and science, to finance, business, computer apps (Excel, QuickBooks, MS Windows,...
I was fortunate to teach three classes in data analytics at my Alma Mater Wharton in September 2019. I have tutored in a wide range of subjects, from English, math and science, to finance, business, computer apps (Excel, QuickBooks, MS Windows,...
Alan promptly helped me analyze a Risk Assessment Case Study and was resourceful and enthusiastic about solving the problem. He demonstrated attention to detail and provided valuable feedback which helped me finish the project suc... - Srishti, 5 lessons with Alan

Near Santa Monica, 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...
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...

Santa Monica, CA
Ivy League, Columbia University Graduate for College Admissions
Hi there! I'm Alex. Throughout my academic career at Columbia University and Cornell University (I spent my 1st year at Cornell's College of Arts and Sciences), I have developed an extensive background in political science, music, and tutored over...
Hi there! I'm Alex. Throughout my academic career at Columbia University and Cornell University (I spent my 1st year at Cornell's College of Arts and Sciences), I have developed an extensive background in political science, music, and tutored over...
Alex is hands-down the best tutor I could have asked for! From the start, Alex provided invaluable guidance on my college essays and applications, helping me articulate my thoughts clearly and showcase my strengths in the best pos... - Paulina, 14 lessons with Alex

Santa Monica, CA
College Essay Coach, Johns Hopkins Advisor, Celebrity Speechwriter
As a member of the Johns Hopkins University Advising team, I help alumni and students craft compelling narratives for admission into elite grad school, research, and professional programs. I love helping high school students and undergraduate...
As a member of the Johns Hopkins University Advising team, I help alumni and students craft compelling narratives for admission into elite grad school, research, and professional programs. I love helping high school students and undergraduate...
It turns out that a rejection letter from a college doesn't have to be the end of the story. Inna told me about the appeal process, which my high school counselor either didn't know about or didn't mention. Inna walked me through ... - Adam
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