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Joseph L. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joseph L.
200/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

SAT/ACT Test Preparation Expert

Interesting fact: I received perfect scores on both the SAT and ACT. However, that doesn't guarantee any person's ability to teach. It wasn't until during my college years that I worked for some of nation's largest test preparation companies -- Kaplan, Princeton Review, and Revolution Prep....

5.0 (29)
200/hour
111 hours tutoring

Interesting fact: I received perfect scores on both the SAT and ACT. However, that doesn't guarantee any person's ability to teach. It wasn't until during my college years that I worked for some of nation's largest test preparation companies -- Kaplan, Princeton Review, and Revolution Prep....

Julie C. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Julie C.
65/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Registered Nurse with 10+ Years of Tutoring Experience

My specialty is breaking down complex concepts. I have 10+ years of tutoring experience at a college level with advanced knowledge in biology, genetics, microbiology, pharmacology calculation, EMT, and TEAS. I am a licensed nurse who is passionate about helping students prepare for nursing school. I currently teach...

5.0 (16)
65/hour
24 hours tutoring

My specialty is breaking down complex concepts. I have 10+ years of tutoring experience at a college level with advanced knowledge in biology, genetics, microbiology, pharmacology calculation, EMT, and TEAS. I am a licensed nurse who is passionate about helping students prepare for nursing school. I currently teach...

Henrik H. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Henrik H.
180/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

SAT/ACT and College Prep Tutor w/ 7 yrs Experience

Prepping for the SAT or ACT can be as easy as a daily crossword puzzle or sudoku, and I like to teach it that way. Armed with the right test-taking strategies, the right homework drills, and the right mindset, any student can reach the highest score that reflect their potential. My lesson plan is designed to...

5.0 (85)
180/hour
372 hours tutoring
Response time: 37 minutes
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Prepping for the SAT or ACT can be as easy as a daily crossword puzzle or sudoku, and I like to teach it that way. Armed with the right test-taking strategies, the right homework drills, and the right mindset, any student can reach the highest score that reflect their potential. My lesson plan is designed to...

Tanaya D. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tanaya D.
70/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Fun Tutor with STEM experience!

Hi! I am a master's graduate working in the health field in LA, and very invested and enthusiastic about helping students learn and excel in every facet of their lives! I am the oldest in my family, so I have spent much of my life around kids of all ages, babysitting, helping with homework, and generally having fun (as...

5.0 (3)
70/hour
7 hours tutoring

Hi! I am a master's graduate working in the health field in LA, and very invested and enthusiastic about helping students learn and excel in every facet of their lives! I am the oldest in my family, so I have spent much of my life around kids of all ages, babysitting, helping with homework, and generally having fun (as...

Annie R. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Annie R.
75/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced Math & Computer Science PhD student|Discrete Math expert

I have a bachelors degree in Math-Computer Science from UCSD & a Master’s degree in Computer science from UCI. I am currently a 4th year PhD student in the CS department, where my research focuses on graphical models in Artificial Intelligence. I have 10+ years experience as a private tutor, and 6+ years of TA’ing....

75/hour
5 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutes
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I have a bachelors degree in Math-Computer Science from UCSD & a Master’s degree in Computer science from UCI. I am currently a 4th year PhD student in the CS department, where my research focuses on graphical models in Artificial Intelligence. I have 10+ years experience as a private tutor, and 6+ years of TA’ing....

Deepankar T. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Deepankar T.
40/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Graduate Student and Local Tutor

It's one thing to teach a skill to a young person, but it's a whole other feeling to watch them beam with confidence and resilience over their own ability to self-educate and start teaching others who need help too: that's why I keep coming back to tutor. I have taken the ACT myself, scoring at...

5.0 (2)
40/hour
10 hours tutoring

It's one thing to teach a skill to a young person, but it's a whole other feeling to watch them beam with confidence and resilience over their own ability to self-educate and start teaching others who need help too: that's why I keep coming back to tutor. I have taken the ACT myself, scoring at...

Chris C. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chris C.
80/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

ACT Science

Interpretation of Data, Scientific Investigation, Evaluation of Models, Inferences, and Experimental Results, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Earth and Space Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Environmental Science, Scientific Notation, Graphs and Tables Analysis, Hypothesis Testing, Understanding Scientific...

5.0 (34)
80/hour
103 hours tutoring

Interpretation of Data, Scientific Investigation, Evaluation of Models, Inferences, and Experimental Results, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Earth and Space Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Environmental Science, Scientific Notation, Graphs and Tables Analysis, Hypothesis Testing, Understanding Scientific...

Mario V. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mario V.
60/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Patient and knowledgeable, outgoing, and creditable

My name is Mario. I have experience tutoring for more than 10 years. I have also been a credentialed math teacher for more than 5 years now. I enjoy helping others with mathematics questions from Algebra 1 through Calculus. During weekends I enjoy helping students solve math problems. I also practice my computer skills...

4.9 (10)
60/hour
55 hours tutoring

My name is Mario. I have experience tutoring for more than 10 years. I have also been a credentialed math teacher for more than 5 years now. I enjoy helping others with mathematics questions from Algebra 1 through Calculus. During weekends I enjoy helping students solve math problems. I also practice my computer skills...

Mario T. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mario T.
90/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Calc BC, Trig, PreCalc, SAT Math, Geom, Alg I/II [First hour is free]

I recently received my Mechanical Engineering Degree in 2022, and my CBEST certification which is the California Basic Education Skills Test. It is the standardized test required for a teaching credential. I have 5 years of working tutor experience at the high school level while employed at the Redlands Unified School...

5.0 (108)
90/hour
317 hours tutoring
Response time: 41 minutes
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I recently received my Mechanical Engineering Degree in 2022, and my CBEST certification which is the California Basic Education Skills Test. It is the standardized test required for a teaching credential. I have 5 years of working tutor experience at the high school level while employed at the Redlands Unified School...

William R. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
William R.
99/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced AP and IB Environmental Science Teacher. IA & EE Help too!

I am a current high school Biology, AP Environmental Science and IB Environmental Systems and Societies teacher. I hold a Master’s in Teaching and a CA teaching credential, and I am extremely passionate about education, science and technology. Through my own years of navigating the various science subjects I have found...

5.0 (6)
99/hour
32 hours tutoring
Response time: 58 minutes
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I am a current high school Biology, AP Environmental Science and IB Environmental Systems and Societies teacher. I hold a Master’s in Teaching and a CA teaching credential, and I am extremely passionate about education, science and technology. Through my own years of navigating the various science subjects I have found...

Taylor B. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Taylor B.
45/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced Software Developer Turned Math Tutor

Are you ready to turn your academic struggles into successes? My name’s Taylor and I’m here to guide you every step of the way. With a degree in mathematics and over a decade of experience in education, I've had the privilege of helping hundreds of students like you reach their full potential. But here's the...

45/hour
5 hours tutoring

Are you ready to turn your academic struggles into successes? My name’s Taylor and I’m here to guide you every step of the way. With a degree in mathematics and over a decade of experience in education, I've had the privilege of helping hundreds of students like you reach their full potential. But here's the...

David S. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David S.
100/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Professional Test Prep Teacher for 20+ years

I have taught SAT and ACT Math for about 20 years in many settings (8-week prep courses, one-on-one, online).

5.0 (5)
100/hour
95 hours tutoring

I have taught SAT and ACT Math for about 20 years in many settings (8-week prep courses, one-on-one, online).

Ryan V. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ryan V.
100/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Elementary, Middle School, High School Math, College Math and SAT PREP

At an early age I found out that I had a natural ability not only to explain mathematics but also communicate the exhilaration of mathematical exploration. Throughout middle school and high school, I fell naturally into the role of tutor for many of my friends and because of this I became a mathematics tutor right out of...

4.9 (11)
100/hour
39 hours tutoring

At an early age I found out that I had a natural ability not only to explain mathematics but also communicate the exhilaration of mathematical exploration. Throughout middle school and high school, I fell naturally into the role of tutor for many of my friends and because of this I became a mathematics tutor right out of...

MEHER A. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
MEHER A.
100/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

SENIOR MATH, ALGEBRA 1-2; GEOMETRY, SAT, ACT, ADD/ADHD TUTOR

I have helped private high school students in Orange County prepare for the ACT Math test. The ACT Mathematics Test is a 60-question, 60-minute test designed to measure the mathematical skills students have typically acquired in courses taken by the end of 11th grade. Students have difficulty recalling...

5.0 (290)
100/hour
682 hours tutoring

I have helped private high school students in Orange County prepare for the ACT Math test. The ACT Mathematics Test is a 60-question, 60-minute test designed to measure the mathematical skills students have typically acquired in courses taken by the end of 11th grade. Students have difficulty recalling...

Manisha M. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Manisha M.
175/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced Tutor for Math, Business, Law, ACT, LSAT, & Bar Exam

My areas of expertise include any math up until Calculus 2, business courses such as Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Organizational Behavior and Leadership, Business Communications, etc., law school courses, and test prep skills such as the ACT, LSAT, and Bar Exam. My passion for tutoring comes from...

4.9 (34)
175/hour
275 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 minutes
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My areas of expertise include any math up until Calculus 2, business courses such as Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Organizational Behavior and Leadership, Business Communications, etc., law school courses, and test prep skills such as the ACT, LSAT, and Bar Exam. My passion for tutoring comes from...

Ron D. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ron D.
75/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Test Prep Specialist! I tutor the SAT, ACT, and GRE.

I have spent thousands of hours helping students master the content necessary to perform well on the SAT, ACT, ISEE, and GRE. I tutor the entirety of each test—both the math and verbal sections (including Science on the ACT). That's convenient, since you won't need multiple tutors to help you...

5.0 (160)
75/hour
250 hours tutoring
Response time: 28 minutes
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I have spent thousands of hours helping students master the content necessary to perform well on the SAT, ACT, ISEE, and GRE. I tutor the entirety of each test—both the math and verbal sections (including Science on the ACT). That's convenient, since you won't need multiple tutors to help you...

Naman S. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Naman S.
100/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced Chemistry and MCAT Tutor, Medical Student

My name is Naman and I am a medical student! I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BS in Biochemistry from CSUF! I served as a Supplemental Instruction Leader for 7 semesters during my time at CSUF, where I led sessions in general and organic chemistry to help college students with the content. I gained great experience...

5.0 (2)
100/hour
15 hours tutoring

My name is Naman and I am a medical student! I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BS in Biochemistry from CSUF! I served as a Supplemental Instruction Leader for 7 semesters during my time at CSUF, where I led sessions in general and organic chemistry to help college students with the content. I gained great experience...

Anh D. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anh D.
50/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Linguistic Pro in English with 7+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have taught ACTs and SATs and other English courses with great success. I love linguistics so I can help teach and make the material relatable.

4.5 (52)
50/hour
303 hours tutoring
Response time: 55 minutes
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I have taught ACTs and SATs and other English courses with great success. I love linguistics so I can help teach and make the material relatable.

David M. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David M.
70/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Standardized Test Prep specialist!

Standardized exams such as the ACT require an expertise with a variety of topics in mathematics. With the thousands of hours I've spent with students in the individual subjects, such as probability or trigonometry, I find it inspiring to demonstrate the interdependency of these various methods. I work with...

4.9 (485)
70/hour
1,395 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutes
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Standardized exams such as the ACT require an expertise with a variety of topics in mathematics. With the thousands of hours I've spent with students in the individual subjects, such as probability or trigonometry, I find it inspiring to demonstrate the interdependency of these various methods. I work with...

Cyrus M. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Cyrus M.
50/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Experienced Programming and Math Tutor

Hi students and parents, My name is Cyrus. I am an engineer and I have years of experience teaching and tutoring all math subjects, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, precalculus and calculus, both privately and in classrooms, since I was an undergraduate in college. I am friendly and patient and I am willing...

4.9 (213)
50/hour
1,131 hours tutoring

Hi students and parents, My name is Cyrus. I am an engineer and I have years of experience teaching and tutoring all math subjects, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, precalculus and calculus, both privately and in classrooms, since I was an undergraduate in college. I am friendly and patient and I am willing...

Micol C. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Micol C.
60/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Math, Astronomy, and Physics Tutor from Harvard and Caltech

I have been teaching astronomy and mathematics to college students and K-12 students for the past 16 years. I absolutely love connecting with students at whatever level they are at and making breakthroughs - taking something that may seem tricky at first and breaking it down to the basic level so that everyone can...

5.0 (85)
60/hour
257 hours tutoring

I have been teaching astronomy and mathematics to college students and K-12 students for the past 16 years. I absolutely love connecting with students at whatever level they are at and making breakthroughs - taking something that may seem tricky at first and breaking it down to the basic level so that everyone can...

Olufemi A. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Olufemi A.
40/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Patient and knowledgeable math tutor for all levels

I have been tutoring for more than five years, and I find it best to work with what you know, and improve it if there are holes or deficiencies in the knowledge. I love tutoring math and I have been doing that since high school, but I officially started tutoring at Santa Ana College March, 2016, and I've loved it...

5.0 (26)
40/hour
127 hours tutoring
Response time: 40 minutes
Note that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have been tutoring for more than five years, and I find it best to work with what you know, and improve it if there are holes or deficiencies in the knowledge. I love tutoring math and I have been doing that since high school, but I officially started tutoring at Santa Ana College March, 2016, and I've loved it...

Michael W. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael W.
125/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

ACT Expert

Students do not have to be grammar experts to get a high score on the ACT English section. They just need to know the 10-12 major grammar rules that appear on the ACT. I help students focus on these specific rules to quickly increase their scores. I have a BA in English and Comparative Literature and...

5.0 (124)
125/hour
511 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutes
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Students do not have to be grammar experts to get a high score on the ACT English section. They just need to know the 10-12 major grammar rules that appear on the ACT. I help students focus on these specific rules to quickly increase their scores. I have a BA in English and Comparative Literature and...

Wen Li D. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Wen Li D.
60/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Math Portion of SAT & ACT Teacher/Tutor with 25 Years of Experience

We will go over each topic be covered on the test and practice the similar problems. We will work on the problems you have questions about. Plus, I will show you the strategies to maximum your math scores.

4.8 (995)
60/hour
3,926 hours tutoring

We will go over each topic be covered on the test and practice the similar problems. We will work on the problems you have questions about. Plus, I will show you the strategies to maximum your math scores.

Zo L. Near Costa Mesa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Zo L.
65/hour

Near Costa Mesa, CA

Digital Art, Writing, Math, and More!

I love to give away my strategies so you can pass 'em on and make good use of 'em yourself. I got a 35 on the ACT reading section, and high scores in the SATs as well. Turns out they're basically the same test! Generally speaking, both the ACT and the SAT are just big reading tests, so I...

5.0 (112)
65/hour
287 hours tutoring

I love to give away my strategies so you can pass 'em on and make good use of 'em yourself. I got a 35 on the ACT reading section, and high scores in the SATs as well. Turns out they're basically the same test! Generally speaking, both the ACT and the SAT are just big reading tests, so I...

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Kedran W.

21 ACT lessons

John tutored our son, who attends a prestigious high school, on all of the ACT Subjects: ACT Math, ACT Science, ACT English, ACT Reading. John also provided ACT Test Taking Skills, Time Management, Good and Best Practices. My son felt extremely confident in his preparedness for the ACT Test. John has a mentoring and calm approach that instills a sense of confidence in his students. John was also flexible and accommodating in scheduling the tutoring appointments.
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12 ACT lessons

We are using him for ACT prep and can already see the confidence in my son's test taking during ACT practice tests. I know by the time the ACT is taken he will have the confidence to do well. We received our son's ACT test results today and because of all the work James did to help my son, he increased his ACT score from a 23 on the practice ACT to a 27 on the actual ACT. Preparing for round 2 of testing to see if second time does even better.
Justin S.

7 ACT lessons

Daniel has helped me to accomplish feeling confident in the subject's for my upcoming ACT Test. Daniel also was accommodating of my hectic sports schedule and worked out logistics and time to meet, I'm thankful for Daniel's time and Daniel's commitment to helping me to succeed on my ACT/SAT testing. Thank you Daniel! Our Family would like to Thank Daniel for preparing our son, Justin for the ACT Test and bringing up his ACT score by 5 points.
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