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Keith W.

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I have over 30 years of engineering experience, have owned a consulting firm since 2008, earned a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of California at Davis, and am a licensed professional engineer in New York, California, and Illinois. I specialize in writing, career development, English as a second language, ASVAB, GED, civil and environmental FE, and civil and environmental PE.

I have over 30 years of engineering experience, have owned a consulting firm since 2008, earned a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of California at Davis, and am a licensed professional engineer in New York, California, and Illinois. I specialize in writing, career development, English as a second language, ASVAB, GED, civil and environmental FE, and civil and environmental PE.


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University of California
Civil Engineering
Grace Theological Seminary
Graduate Coursework
Grace Graduate School
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Accent Reduction

Accent Reduction

I have 6 years of experience as an ESL and Accent Reduction tutor and can help those who speak any language to reduce their accent and increase their confidence in their ability to communicate with native English speakers in academic, professional, and social settings. I am a published author and I studied English at the University of California at Davis. I show students how to prevent their accent from causing them to lower their volume to a level at which they cannot be easily understood. As part of my teaching, I provide multiple replacement words for one that is not fully descriptive, thus, increasing their vocabulary. I know how to teach students to write, listen to, and speak English, with a significantly reduced accent. In addition to accent reduction and ESL tutoring, I introduce students to elements of American culture that help them to fit into the native English speaking population. I teach students how to pronounce words in the same manner as native English speakers do.
ADHD

ADHD

I have tutored and provided career development instruction to college aged and adult men who have had various types of learning disabilities including ADD/ADHD. I point out that ADD/ADHD affects an estimated 5% of children and adults in the United States. I consider difficulties that the student may have with focusing or controlling over-activity. My approach for a student with ADD/ADHD is to start with the most basic elements of a subject, determine the student's proficiency level and patiently proceed from there. I try to build a sense of confidence in the student. I also provide career development and job search tutoring. I tutor online and in-person.
American History

American History

I am a published author of 8 history books and articles and am an American history expert. I can help you with your homework and writing on American history topics and periods and help you to improve your grades. I am very knowledgeable about our nation's origins and colonization and development in the 19th and 20th centuries, the American revolution, the Constitution, industrial revolution, civil war, manifest destiny, our territories, the depression, and Vietnam war. My research includes the histories of ethnic groups within our country and how they connect with American history as a whole.
Anthropology

Anthropology

I have 10 years of cultural anthropology experience and am a published author of 8 books and articles on the cultural traditions of several ethnic and socioeconomic groups. I can help you with your homework and writing on subjects related to cultural anthropology to improve your grades and build your confidence in this subject. I have a great deal of experience performing field work in growing and remnant ethnic neighborhoods and physical centers of social movements. I am very knowledgeable about different population groups and their social structures, values, religious practices, and integration into society as a whole. Much of my research and writing has centered around historic Asian neighborhoods in the California delta region, and historical and modern Jewish neighborhoods in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Brooklyn, and the mountain culture of southern appalachia.
Archaeology

Archaeology

As a licensed professional civil engineer I regularly perform the field work that is necessary for archaeological work. I teach the student how to study human activity that occurred in the past, and how to establish the history primarily through the analysis of the culture and physical remains. I have the experience and educational background to tutor in history, archaeology and other subjects. The documents that I review prior to performing field exploration and research include maps, photographs and written accounts. Much of my research in archaeology is unique and adds to the existing body of knowledge about a subject. I am adept at studying the history of various ethnic groups and civilizations. My experience includes studying existing documentation on past cultures and then visiting the site on numerous occasions to search for relics and match the existing topography to the existing documentation. My approach is to start with the most basic elements of archaeology, determine the student's proficiency level and then proceed from there. My goal is to teach the student the material and to build their confidence. I have written a book on local history that was published in 2014.
Architecture

Architecture

I can tutor adults in Architecture. I have many years of experience in Civil Engineering. I have a B.S. from U.C. Davis in Civil Engineering,and a P.E. License in Civil Engineering from California. I have building, landscape and interior design experience. I founded and operated an art gallery.
Art History

Art History

I owned an art gallery in Calfornia named Misty Redwood Glen in which I presented the work of 15 artists. I am most familiar with art from the early 1500s to the late 1800s, but can tutor about art created during other time periods as well. I have tutored students on the NY Metropolitan Museum of Art, as well as several smaller museums in Manhattan. I have studied historical architectural work and understand the significance, artistic ability, and creativity of these architects. I enjoyed my visit to the Louvre and can discuss the works on display there.
Art Theory

Art Theory

I enjoy the study of architecture and the artistic elements of it. I love understanding the background of oil paintings and sculpture created over the last 500-600 years, regularly teach lessons on the Met in NY, and enjoyed visiting the Louvre a few years ago.
ASVAB

ASVAB

I can effectively tutor you in the ASVAB because I have an expert knowledge of the general science, arithmetic reasoning, word knowledge, paragraph comprehension, auto information, shop information, mathematics knowledge, mechanical comprehension, and electronics information subjects of the ASVAB. My tutoring abilities in the ASVAB as well as concern for each student's professional development will enable me to help you improve your score.
Bible Studies

Bible Studies

I completed several counseling and theology classes at Grace Theological Seminary and have a significant amount of experience teaching Bible Studies. I am a Bible expert in both the Old Testament and the New Testament. I know which parts of the Bible contain essential doctrines. I am an expert on Messianic Prophecy and the books of Psalms and Proverbs.
Biology

Biology

I am a civil/environmental engineer with a knowledge of biology particularly related to environmental protection. I welcome the opportunity to tutor you in biology, or chemistry, environmental or other scientific subjects that are part of biology.
Botany

Botany

I am a Licensed Civil Engineer with 10 years of Ecology and Botany Experience. I studied biology at the University of California at Davis and have practiced botany throughout my 30 year career. I am familiar with plant physiology, plant ecology, plant pathology, and plant taxonomy. I am currently studying, and have taught a class on, destruction of trees, and contamination of Santa Monica Bay, resulting from the 2025 Southern California Palisades wildfire.
Business

Business

I can tutor adults in Business. I have a good knowledge of the workplace climate in 2013. I have served as a technical manager of a firm with 21 people. I was responsible for certifying the employees' qualifications and reviewing their academic credentials. I also had the lead for marketing in this company. I started and operated an art gallery.
Career Development

Career Development

I have 10 years of Career Development experience and am a work/life balance expert. I was a psychology major at San Joaquin Delta College in California and was on the faculty of Yuba College in California. I am adept at helping college students and young adults select a career or business that suits their temperament. I can advise you on what classes to take to meet your career goals and can help you navigate change such as returning to the workforce after taking care of other responsibilities, changing careers, or working after age 60. I can write eye-catching resumes tailored towards a particular profession, cover letters, and college essays. I am adept at identifying employers that you would enjoy working for and preparing job-seekers for interviews. I am qualified in 31 Wyzant subjects; have over 30 years of professional work experience, and have owned a consulting firm since 2008. I have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of California at Davis; am a licensed professional engineer in New York, California and Illinois; and specialize in English as a second language and the ASVAB.
Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering

I have over 30 years of engineering experience, have owned a consulting firm since 2008, have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of California at Davis and am a licensed engineer in New York, California, and Illinois. I specialize in tutoring for the Civil FE and contractor's license exams. I tailor each session to the student's needs.
Classics

Classics

I am a published author and classics researcher. When I write books and articles I emulate the completeness and distinct character development found in the works of modern writers and those of ancient cultures. I am familar with the ancient languages of Aramaic, Greek, Latin, Yiddish, and Hebrew. I am familiar with the works of Cicero, Euripides, Philo, Horace, Gorgias, Ptolemy, and Plato. I am adept at understanding how languages, literature, philosophy, history, art, and cultural anthropology are reflected in their works. I am particulary attracted to Plato's dialogues including those about Socrates. I appreciate Plato's most notable works including The Republic, Apology, Symposium, and Phaedo.
Ecology

Ecology

Welcome! I can certainly provide you with a broad overview of ecology principles. I can do the same for environmental engineering. I can teach you how to find a job and open a consulting firm because I have experience with both. i would enjoy helping you write a resume. I have many years of experience performing Civil Engineering and I have a Bachelor of Science from the University of California at Davis in Civil Engineering, I have a P.E. License in Civil Engineering in California, and have had them in Indiana, Illinois, Tennessee, and New York when I worked in those states. I have a lot of ecology, hazardous waste management, green living, architecture, and landscape design experience. I presented the following webinars: Prevent Accidents: Root Causes, Investigation, and Avoidance Plans; Environmental Compliance and Safety Management Inspection and Audit Techniques; Overlap between Engineering and Psychology; How to Establish an Environmental Compliance Program; How to Effectively Manage a Construction Project; Safety Management and OSHA Compliance; Know Your Environmental Regulations and the Impact on your Business; Construction Cost Estimating; Creating an Environmental Management System; and NFPA Electrical Safety in the Workplace. I also have experience teaching English as a second language. Warmly, Keith
English

English

I am a published author and expert in the use of the English language. Throughout my 35 year career I have written hundreds of reports, essays, books, and resumes. I have 4 years of experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) and can help you learn to speak and write English more fluently. I studied English at the University of California at Davis. I am qualified in 31 Wyzant subjects; have over 35 years of professional work experience, and have owned a consulting firm since 2008. I have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of California at Davis; am a licensed professional engineer in New York, California and Illinois; and specialize in writing resumes and college essays; career development; English as a second language; and the ASVAB.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I have 5 years of experience as an English as a Second Language tutor and am a published author. I studied English at the University of California at Davis. I am adept at teaching students to write, listen, and speak in English. In addition, I introduce students to American culture. I help students to be more confident in social, academic, and professional settings. I can tutor students who speak any language. I am qualified in 31 Wyzant subjects; have over 30 years of professional work experience, and have owned a consulting firm since 2008. I have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of California at Davis; am a licensed professional engineer in New York, California, and Illinois; and specialize in writing resumes and college essays; career development; and the ASVAB.
European History

European History

I have 5 years of European History research experience and am a French luxury exports expert. I will improve your homework and report writing grades in European History and related subjects classes. I used my time on a recent trip to France, including the Louvre, and England, to learn about how the art and writing of different periods was a refection of the religious, political, social, and financial conditions of the time. I appreciate the art created in Europe from the early 1500s, beginning with Leonardo da Vinci, through the early 1800s, because it was a reflection of the prevalent philosophies found within Europe. I have a great deal of knowledge of both the modern and remnant ethnic populations found in Europe, their social structures, and integration into the international community. I am a published author and am very familiar with effective research techniques used to put historical facts in perspective within the social sciences.
Finance

Finance

I am a licensed engineer in CA, IL, and NY. I owned a California C Corporation from 2008 to 2023. I have visited construction sites over 100 times to evaluate the financial viability of the project, I can certainly help you understand finance.
GED

GED

I am an expert on the GED subjects and have 12 years of tutoring experience. I studied GED subjects while a student at the University of California at Davis and during my varied 35 year career. My tutoring abilities in the GED as well as my concern for each student's professional development will enable me to help you pass.
Geography

Geography

I am a licensed civil engineer in California, Illinois, and New York and a geography expert. I studied land surveying at UC Davis and have perfomed numerous surveys. I am knowledgeable about the Earth's surface, the interaction between people and their surroundings, physical geography, mapping, and the environment. I have taught a class and am researching the effect of the 2025 Southern California Palisades fire on Santa Monica Bay.
Geology

Geology

I can tutor adults in Geology. I have many years of experience in Civil Engineering. I have a B.S. from U.C. Davis in Civil Engineering,and a P.E. License in Civil Engineering from California. I worked as technical manager of a soils testing laboratory.
Government & Politics

Government & Politics

As a civil engineer licensed in California, Illinois, and New York I have coordinated many times with Federal, state and local governments on subjects related to engineering , construction, the environment, and ecology. I studied political science at UC Davis. I am working with the California State Legislature to fund additonal oversight of fiduciaries. I have worked for several Federal, state and local governments. I tutor a student on American politics and culture.
Grammar

Grammar

I studied English and grammar at UC Davis. I have had several books and academic articles published. I have tutored several students in English as a second language. I routinely review student's papers and homework assignments. I am tutoring a student in verbal skills for the GRE. I submitted an article to a newspaper which they accepted and will publish soon.
GRE

GRE

I believe that I can effectively tutor you in the GRE because I have a good knowledge of the subject matter including math, science and other topics. My tutoring abilities in the GRE as well as concern for each student's professional development will enable me to help you learn and pass.
Interview Prep

Interview Prep

I owned a California C Corporation from 2008 to 2023 and interviewed several people during that time. I am a licensed civil engineer in CA, IL, and NY. I have also been interviewed for engineering and teaching jobs. I have helped people prepare for interviews and develop their careers. I know I can help you to interview well and exceed your career goals.
Martial Arts

Martial Arts

I have a Black Belt in martial arts, have 16 years of martial arts experience, and have trained in four different styles. I am an expert on the etiquette, ethics, and respect that is so essential in the martial arts world. I can teach you about the many styles of arts including those that are soft, hard, or hard-soft, and what earning a black belt requires.
Philosophy

Philosophy

I have completed many college classes in religion and philosophy, and have worked in a religious role. I have published several books and articles on religious culture and historical social movements and trends. My ethical philosophies extend into the realms of kindness and protection of our ecology.
Physical Science

Physical Science

I have a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of California at Davis. While earning my degree I studied Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, physics, chemistry, and biology. I have 35 years of engineering experience and used the knowledge I gained in college to design and operate several types of facilities.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I am a published author and have 20 years of writing and proofreading experience. I can proofread any resume, letter, report, and article that you would write in your personal, academic, and professional life. I have written hundreds of documents during my 35+ year career and am adept at finding typos, grammar errors, and punctuation mistakes. I can also tell you when a word is used improperly or is offensive to some groups, and suggest another one that is more suitable, descriptive, and interesting.
Psychology

Psychology

I majored in psychology at Delta College in California and took numerous counseling classes at Grace Theoology Seminary and Graduate School in Indiana. I have supported numerous people in prison regarding their frustrations with their lives; and am aware of the social and financial concerns of seniors. I understand the interaction between social studies, sociology, philosophy, and psychology. I am familiar with the following branches of psychology: abnormal, industrial, clinical, social, developmental, cognitive, environmental, cross-cultural, and criminal. I specialize in tutoring on drug and alcohol abuse recovery which may be useful for you to know and will help you in your academic, professional, and personal life. I would provide information on root causes of addiction, how to gain confidence in the ability to recover, know that others suffer from every concern, know how to modify problem behaviors, become skilled in developing coping mechanisms, show compassion, and develop a holistic approach to recovery.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I am a published author, professor, and have 25 years of public speaking experience. I have spoken to the media, conducted public meetings, taught occupational classes, lectured in college, presented webinars, and spoken to religious groups. I have spoken to crowds of several hundred people. I can help you write a speech, deliver it, and answer follow up questions from the audience. We would discuss tone, volume, and pace and how they should vary during the speech, the importance of making eye contact with your audience and how to do it effectively, and how to write speeches for different audiences.
Religion

Religion

I was a seminary student at Grace Theological Seminary and am an Old Testament and New Testament Expert. I am well versed in Catholic, Protestant, and Jewish theology and where these tenets are found in the Bible. I am knowledgeable about the many Protestant denominations, and the branches of Judasim including hasidic, orthodox, conservative, reconstructionist, reform, and humanistic. I know about the religious philosophies of Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. I understand which religions are popular in various regions of the country and what the social positions of the different religions are. I have formed and led religious discussion groups for people of all different ages and religious philosophies.
Social Studies

Social Studies

I understand that social studies includes numerous other people related academic disciplines such as sociology, philosophy, and psychology because they are closely connected, depend on each other for a complete understanding of a topic, and are all part of an effective social studies curriculum. I have written a book on engineering which includes a section on ethics and am studying the philosophy of ethics for a second book I am writing. I took social studies classes at Delta College in California, and UC Davis in California, and have written several books that combine tenets of social studies, sociology, and philosophy. I am particularly aware of how a lack of a father in the home affects a child and increases his chances of being imprisoned or homeless. I understand the interaction between social studies, sociology, philosophy, and psychology. I am familiar with the major branches of psychology. I have a personal interest in the historical neighborhoods of several ethic groups and have walked through them in Manhattan, San Francisco and Los Angeles. I have written several books that include the major tenets of social studies. I understand the components of social studies including environmental fairness and justice, financial equity, and political science. I understand the major components of social studies including economics, geography, history, sociology, anthropology, psychology, American culture, international cultures, religion, philosophy, and ecology.
Sociology

Sociology

I studied sociology at UC Davis in California and Delta College in California and understand the interactions between social studies, sociology, philosophy, and psychology. They are closely connected and depend on each other for a complete understanding of a topic. I have a personal interest in the history of ethnic groups in California and observed numerous historic and current neighborhoods so I could publish books and articles about them, but more so out of my own fascination with these communities. I have written several books that include major tenets of sociology and psychology. I understand the components of sociology including social organization, environmental justice, interracial studies, social psychology, social change, human ecology, population and demographic studies, and applied sociology.
Study Skills

Study Skills

I am a published author and have 5 years of tutoring experience in Study Skills. This enables me to help students with their study skills and to develop their academic, professional, and business owner careers. While studying at UC Davis I learned how to set goals, budget my time, focus on classes, prepare high quality homework assignments, write effectively, study for exams, systematically learn difficult material, and become motivated to succeed academically. I have 10 years of Career Development experience, am a work/life balance expert, and am very experienced in ASVAB, GED, and GRE exam preparation. I was a psychology major at San Joaquin Delta College in California and was on the faculty of Yuba College in California. I can advise you on what classes to take to meet your career goals and can help you navigate change such as returning to the workforce after taking care of other responsibilities, changing careers, or working after age 60. I can help you write eye-catching resumes tailored towards a particular profession, CVs, bios, cover letters, and essays. I am adept at identifying employers that you would enjoy working for and preparing job-seekers for interviews.
TEAS

TEAS

Hello, I can certainly assist adult men who are entering the nursing profession. I have experience tutoring in and teaching the various subjects that are part of the TEAS examination. I am confident that I can help you to do well on this exam. I hope that I have the opportunity to assist you. Respectfully, Keith
TOEFL

TOEFL

I am a licensed civil engineer in California, Illinois, and New York and am an experienced English as a second language and American culture tutor. I help students understand what long time residents of the United States care about. We work on vocabulary, grammar, and the many slang terms in common usage in the United States. Also, I studied English at the University of California at Davis.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

I am a published author and have 12 years of writing experience. I studied English at the University of California at Davis and am adept at at helping students develop their vocabularly to be a more effective communicator in professional and personal settings. I have written over 220 reports during my 35 years of work experience. I have four years of experienced as an English as a second language tutor.
World History

World History

I am a civil engineer who is licensed in CA, IL, and NY, and am a history author. I have studied the interaction of the United States with foreign countries since before we became a nation until today. I understand how the U.S. economy is intertwined with that of several foreign nations.
Writing

Writing

I am a published author, have over 20 years of writing experience, and can write resumes, cover letters, and college essays. I have written several books, academic journal articles, book reviews, and newspaper articles. I was on the faculty of Yuba College in California and taught my students how to write a research paper on harnessing energy from wave and tidal motions. We will expand your vocabulary and teach you how to write non-fiction and fiction books and articles. I am qualified in 31 Wyzant subjects; have over 30 years of professional work experience, and have owned a consulting firm since 2008. I have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of California at Davis; am a licensed professional engineer in New York, California, and Illinois; and specialize in writing resumes and college essays; career development; English as a second language; and the ASVAB.
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I like Teacher Keith!

Through gradual adjustment and collaboration with my teacher, we discovered a new approach to learning: dedicating the first half of the lesson to one topic and the second half to another. This method not only keeps the sessions fresh and engaging but also allows me to gain a broader and more diverse understanding of life in the United States. The subjects we cover are incredibly varied, ranging from astronomy and geography to local customs and traditions. My teacher is incredibly knowledgeable, with a deep understanding of American politics, economics, daily life, culture, and regional customs. This is because he is a native-born American with extensive teaching and professional experience. All of this enables him to share with me the most authentic and interesting aspects of American life based on my interests. I am thrilled to learn about America in this way. I feel that I am not just learning the English language but also acquiring the skills to integrate into American society. For someone like me, an outsider, this might be even more important than language learning itself. I truly appreciate my teacher and look forward to exploring more aspects of America that I have yet to discover. Together, I hope we can delve into more topics that intrigue us and uncover fascinating stories.

Xiaobai, 139 lessons with Keith

I like Teacher Keith SO MUCH!

I really like Teacher Keith so much! Although we’ve been trying to find a systematic learning method, we haven’t quite found one yet, but it doesn’t matter. Every class with Teacher Keith brings me something new—a new teaching approach or content. I thoroughly enjoy each lesson, and every session feels fresh and exciting. During class, my mind is incredibly active, and I always feel like time flies by because I’m so absorbed in Teacher Keith’s teaching. We have great interaction, and even though I take two classes every day, I look forward to each one, just like a child going to an amusement park. I absolutely have to recommend Teacher Keith again and hope more people can know about such an excellent teacher!

Xiaobai, 139 lessons with Keith

Knowledgeable and thorough expert

Keith is extremely knowledgeable about the Bible and an excellent teacher! We are reading the new testament together and it's going more quickly than I ever could have done it myself. He helps me understand each chapter and picks out important passages as we read.

Tay, 2 lessons with Keith

Strongly recommend!

I feel compelled to recommend Keith again because his lessons are truly captivating and irresistible. He is such an outstanding teacher, possessing a wealth of knowledge in various fields and a noble character. He is always willing to help and listens to your suggestions, finding the best learning method that suits you. He is a highly respected teacher, and I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to study under his guidance. Every day, learning with him brings me happiness. I eagerly look forward to his lessons each day because, in his classes, not only do I learn English, but I also gain insights into various aspects of American culture, history, and life. This has been an excellent way for me to quickly integrate into American society. He has found many English articles suited to my learning needs, and I feel very lucky for that, which is why I highly recommend him. I hope more people can see his brilliance. Although I have only been learning with him for a short time, I have already noticed significant improvements in my listening skills. Therefore, I am willing to continue learning with him. I believe that one day, my English will reach a very high level, and I am committed to studying with him for the long term.

Xiaobai, 139 lessons with Keith

Knowledgeable and Patient

I have had a great experience with Keith. One of the things I appreciate most is that he allows me to express what I wish to learn and accomplish during our sessions. This personalized approach makes the learning process much more effective for me. He guides me along the way, ensuring that I understand the material while also encouraging my independence. His ability to adapt to my needs and provide support has been invaluable. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a tutor who is both flexible and knowledgeable!

Keith Andrea, 1 lesson with Keith

A perfect teacher who can help you.

Keith is the most patient, dedicated, and professional teacher I have ever met. His lessons are so captivating that I often lose track of time, feeling as though the class ends too soon before I’ve had enough. Even when we read the often tedious Wall Street Journal, his explanations are so thorough and detailed that I find myself able to understand many of the complex words. He also provides insights into American society and culture, helping me better understand the articles and gain a deeper understanding of the U.S., which is exactly what I’m looking for. I look forward to his lessons every day; there’s a special magic in his teaching that makes you eager to participate, unlike the usual reluctance students may feel. I’m excited to have lessons with Keith daily, and I believe he can help me build my confidence.

Xiaobai, 139 lessons with Keith
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