Search
Eli Z.'s Photo

Neuroscience-Informed Academic Coach and Cognitive Skills Architect
Eli Z.

32 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Hourly Rate: $110

About Eli


Bio

I work with students who are capable but struggling to learn efficiently, consistently, or confidently.

My background is in cognitive science, neuroscience, and psychology, and for over ten years I have tutored and mentored middle school, high school, and college students across math, science, reading, and writing. Much of my work focuses on students who feel overwhelmed, anxious, disorganized, or stuck despite putting in real effort.

I often work with students who experience attention...

I work with students who are capable but struggling to learn efficiently, consistently, or confidently.

My background is in cognitive science, neuroscience, and psychology, and for over ten years I have tutored and mentored middle school, high school, and college students across math, science, reading, and writing. Much of my work focuses on students who feel overwhelmed, anxious, disorganized, or stuck despite putting in real effort.

I often work with students who experience attention challenges, executive function difficulties, or learning differences, including ADHD, dyslexia, or autism spectrum profiles. My approach focuses on building practical systems that support focus, organization, problem-solving, and confidence in academic work.

A common concern I hear from parents is whether their child will be able to manage learning independently after high school, especially in college, where structure and parental oversight drop away quickly. My work is designed to help students internalize skills for planning, self-monitoring, and problem-solving so they can handle increasing academic demands with less supervision over time.

Rather than only helping with homework, I focus on how students think and learn, and help them strengthen the skills that support long-term academic success. This includes reasoning and problem-solving, attention and working memory, study skills and organization, and emotional regulation around schoolwork.

My sessions are structured, calm, and individualized. I work with students to identify what is actually getting in the way of progress, then build clear strategies that make learning feel more manageable and predictable. Parents often notice not only academic improvement, but reduced stress and greater independence.

For new families, I often begin with a diagnostic-style session to review coursework, learning patterns, and when relevant, test results. From there, I can continue with tutoring or provide a clear plan to guide next steps.


Education

University of California Davis
Cognitive Science

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $110
  • Rate details: Extended sessions longer than three hours are available at a reduced rate and must be scheduled in advance.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 5/11/2019

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Schedule

Loading...

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat


Approved Subjects

ADHD

ADHD

Having a professional research background in Cognitive Psychology for the past three years, part of my research and education has revolved around studying current and developing scientific literature surrounding developmental disorders such as ADHD/ADD. I incorporate modern scientific understanding and best practices to those with learning difficulties, and work with students from middle school age and above. My background and understanding in cognition along with my skillsets and experiences in tutoring foundational subjects allows me to help students with their struggles in developing effective strategies for processing information. With my research background and developed intuition with my student's needs, I tailor the appropriate plan to the individual, as no two people with ADHD/ADD are the same when it comes to how their difficulties are expressed.
Logic

Logic

I have a strong background in logic, where I have extensively studied formal systems, symbolic logic, and the principles of logical reasoning as a philosophy major (double majoring in cognitive science and philosophy at the University of California Davis), as well as other systems of logic such as intuitive logic, modal logic, and mathematical logic. My expertise includes understanding and applying various logical frameworks such as propositional and predicate logic, as well as exploring the philosophical implications of logic in areas like metaphysics and epistemology. I am also adept at analyzing complex arguments, identifying logical fallacies, and constructing sound, valid arguments in both academic and practical contexts, if used in those contexts.
Philosophy

Philosophy

I hold a double major in Philosophy from UC Davis, where I developed a strong foundation in both classical and modern philosophical thought. My studies included an in-depth exploration of philosophy in the context of religion, ethics, and logic, which has equipped me to support students in these areas. I am confident in my ability to help students critically analyze complex philosophical concepts and apply them effectively to their coursework.
Psychology

Psychology

With my experience in tutoring AP students, I can provide comprehensive coverage of the entire AP Psychology curriculum, including topics such as biological bases of behavior, cognition, learning, personality, social psychology, and abnormal psychology. I hold a double major in Cognitive Science from UC Davis, which has given me a strong foundation in psychology and human behavior. My background in cognitive science allows me to explain complex psychological concepts in an accessible way.
Sociology

Sociology

Having had a background in the social sciences, I am well equipped to assist students in need of reviewing appropriate terminology, writing effective essays, and formulating a comprehensive understanding of the material. In my own research work as a Cognitive Scientist, I have used methods in sociology to account for demographic factors in my research. Having consulted my knowledge in sociology to understand how the sociological imagination can influence even the most basic cognitive processes, I would like to help my clients achieve a deep understanding of sociology as they progress through their course.
ACT Math
ACT Science
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
Anatomy
Biochemistry
Biology
Calculus
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
English
Geometry
Microbiology
Physical Science
Physics
Physiology
Prealgebra
Precalculus
Reading
Study Skills
Trigonometry
World History
Writing
Eli Z.'s Photo

Questions? Contact Eli before you book.

Still have questions?

Ratings and Reviews


Rating

5.0 (4 ratings)
5 star
(4)
4 star
(0)
3 star
(0)
2 star
(0)
1 star
(0)

Reviews

Great teacher

My kid enjoyed his session with Eli; to him it doesn’t feel like work. It’s enjoyable. I appreciate the fact that Eli worked on the areas that my kid seems to struggled with. Great teaching lesson.

Nikki, 2 lessons with Eli

Knowledgeable, patient, and very kind tutor

Eli helped me write a final paper for my Intro to Philosophy class, which I was struggling to materialize into a cohesive, concise piece of material. Eli discussed the philosophical ideas explored across 6 different texts and helped me create a great draft of my final paper. Super patient, kind, and very understanding tutor!

Chris, 2 lessons with Eli
Hourly Rate: $110
Contact Eli