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Lucy Y. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lucy Y.
50/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Rocket Scientist Tutoring

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Physics and a PhD in Materials Science and Scientific Computing, complemented by a background as a Rocket Scientist at NASA. My extensive expertise in physics and mathematics forms a robust foundation for my tutoring. With a results-driven focus and a compassionate understanding of...

5.0 (26)
50/hour
33 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutes
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I hold a Bachelor's degree in Physics and a PhD in Materials Science and Scientific Computing, complemented by a background as a Rocket Scientist at NASA. My extensive expertise in physics and mathematics forms a robust foundation for my tutoring. With a results-driven focus and a compassionate understanding of...

Jahi M. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jahi M.
55/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Experienced and effective math tutor

I have provided expert level individualized math tutoring for over 25 years. I have worked with students who have weak math skills and are currently struggling to keep up, students who are doing well and want to do advanced work, as well as students who fall somewhere in between. I have tutored in all elementary, junior...

4.9 (585)
55/hour
3,854 hours tutoring

I have provided expert level individualized math tutoring for over 25 years. I have worked with students who have weak math skills and are currently struggling to keep up, students who are doing well and want to do advanced work, as well as students who fall somewhere in between. I have tutored in all elementary, junior...

Carlo C. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Carlo C.
180/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Harvard doctoral, 25 yrs. teaching, specializing in writing, SAT/ACT

And on the other hand, I can help you build discrete skills to ultimately develop truly interesting ideas, whether in literary analysis or scientific inquiry. Regarding test-taking, I can efficiently teach you all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SAT, ACT & GRE. My greatest strength on the math sections is in...

5.0 (124)
180/hour
597 hours tutoring

And on the other hand, I can help you build discrete skills to ultimately develop truly interesting ideas, whether in literary analysis or scientific inquiry. Regarding test-taking, I can efficiently teach you all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SAT, ACT & GRE. My greatest strength on the math sections is in...

Jacob R. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jacob R.
75/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Stanford Law Student - LSAT Tutor (172 Scorer) & College Coach

My name is Jacob and I am a Stanford University graduate (Class of 2019) and third-year joint-degree student (Education and Law) at Stanford Law School. I am looking for potential students interested in tutoring for the LSAT and ACT/SAT. I received a 172 on the LSAT in 2020 and a 33 on the ACT in 2015....

5.0 (1)
75/hour
5 hours tutoring

My name is Jacob and I am a Stanford University graduate (Class of 2019) and third-year joint-degree student (Education and Law) at Stanford Law School. I am looking for potential students interested in tutoring for the LSAT and ACT/SAT. I received a 172 on the LSAT in 2020 and a 33 on the ACT in 2015....

Marie F. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Marie F.
60/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

ACT Tutor - Will Teach Great Test-taking Skills and Strategies

As an English Language Arts teacher and tutor, and an avid and broad-ranging reader, I can teach students strategies for performing their best on the ACT reading section. The reading section is challenging. Students have to read quickly and efficiently in order to get through all of the questions in the allotted...

4.9 (322)
60/hour
1,611 hours tutoring

As an English Language Arts teacher and tutor, and an avid and broad-ranging reader, I can teach students strategies for performing their best on the ACT reading section. The reading section is challenging. Students have to read quickly and efficiently in order to get through all of the questions in the allotted...

Micah O. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Micah O.
120/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Stanford PhD with 7+ Years Tutoring Experience

Need to get ahead in STEM classes? Thinking about building a study plan for ACT, SAT, GRE, or other standardized tests but don't know how to get started? I am here to help! I am currently earning my PhD from Stanford University. As a college student, I studied at the University of Oxford and in the California...

5.0 (2)
120/hour
6 hours tutoring

Need to get ahead in STEM classes? Thinking about building a study plan for ACT, SAT, GRE, or other standardized tests but don't know how to get started? I am here to help! I am currently earning my PhD from Stanford University. As a college student, I studied at the University of Oxford and in the California...

SungSoo C. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
SungSoo C.
150/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

MIT Grad and Test Prep Expert

I help my students master the ACT Writing portion, including the Essay. I personally scored in the 99th percentile on both the PSAT and SAT and was a Presidential Scholar Finalist. Although I never took the ACT, I have helped my students improve their ACT scores by as many as 8-10 points.

4.9 (13)
150/hour
68 hours tutoring

I help my students master the ACT Writing portion, including the Essay. I personally scored in the 99th percentile on both the PSAT and SAT and was a Presidential Scholar Finalist. Although I never took the ACT, I have helped my students improve their ACT scores by as many as 8-10 points.

Theodore W. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Theodore W.
75/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

High School Math, Physics, and SAT Math tutor

Hi, my name is Theodore! I am a freshman at Cal Poly SLO studying Software Engineering. I have had over three years of tutoring experience, and through high school, I achieved a perfect 4.0 unweighted GPA and a 4.5 weighted GPA. I took the highest level AP courses in math, physics, and computer science, and have...

5.0 (23)
75/hour
52 hours tutoring
Response time: 40 minutes
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Hi, my name is Theodore! I am a freshman at Cal Poly SLO studying Software Engineering. I have had over three years of tutoring experience, and through high school, I achieved a perfect 4.0 unweighted GPA and a 4.5 weighted GPA. I took the highest level AP courses in math, physics, and computer science, and have...

Abdullah K. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Abdullah K.
75/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Harvard Graduate Tutor for Mathematics and Science

My pacing is adaptive: I have taught gifted students at accelerated paces as well as actors on set and off set which requires intensive time efficiency without sacrificing quality of education. I have helped students succeed on standardized tests including the SAT, ACT, and SAT Subject Tests (Math IIC, Chemistry,...

4.9 (15)
75/hour
33 hours tutoring

My pacing is adaptive: I have taught gifted students at accelerated paces as well as actors on set and off set which requires intensive time efficiency without sacrificing quality of education. I have helped students succeed on standardized tests including the SAT, ACT, and SAT Subject Tests (Math IIC, Chemistry,...

Shahab S. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Shahab S.
250/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Berkeley PhD for Statistics, Data Science, and Machine Learning

I have a passion for helping students succeed in their academic endeavors, and I'm excited to offer my expertise in various fields of engineering and computer science. I hold a BS and MS in Electrical and Control/Robotic Engineering, as well as a Ph.D. in Bioengineering with a minor in Artificial Intelligence from UC...

4.9 (27)
250/hour
105 hours tutoring

I have a passion for helping students succeed in their academic endeavors, and I'm excited to offer my expertise in various fields of engineering and computer science. I hold a BS and MS in Electrical and Control/Robotic Engineering, as well as a Ph.D. in Bioengineering with a minor in Artificial Intelligence from UC...

Arjun G. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arjun G.
45/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Tutoring in 30+ Subjects—High School, College, ADHD, Adult Learners

...Writing - Proofreading - Phonology Mathematics: - Algebra I & II - Geometry - Trigonometry - Precalculus - Differential Calculus Test Prep: - SAT - ACT - AP - CHSPE / CAHSEE - ISEE - HSPT Computer Science - Python - HTML - CSS - JavaScript - Webhosting...

5.0 (6)
45/hour
12 hours tutoring

...Writing - Proofreading - Phonology Mathematics: - Algebra I & II - Geometry - Trigonometry - Precalculus - Differential Calculus Test Prep: - SAT - ACT - AP - CHSPE / CAHSEE - ISEE - HSPT Computer Science - Python - HTML - CSS - JavaScript - Webhosting...

Jonathan R. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonathan R.
150/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

My ACT Students Consistently Score 26 - 36 on English

My students have earned over $700,000 in scholarships with their hard work and preparing for the ACT/SAT with me. I've tutored dozens of students to ACT scores over 30, and many more who have increased their scores 3-8 points to scores of 26+. ACT English tends to be the easiest section to...

5.0 (468)
150/hour
1,874 hours tutoring

My students have earned over $700,000 in scholarships with their hard work and preparing for the ACT/SAT with me. I've tutored dozens of students to ACT scores over 30, and many more who have increased their scores 3-8 points to scores of 26+. ACT English tends to be the easiest section to...

Leon B. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Leon B.
170/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Professional SAG/AFTRA Actor

I am a professional SAG/AFTRA actor with years of training in New York. I also studied acting in University. I have appeared in numerous commercials, TV shows, and Soap operas and currently have agents in New York and San Fransisco. I have also taught acting and theater to students in Summer Programs.

5.0 (31)
170/hour
127 hours tutoring

I am a professional SAG/AFTRA actor with years of training in New York. I also studied acting in University. I have appeared in numerous commercials, TV shows, and Soap operas and currently have agents in New York and San Fransisco. I have also taught acting and theater to students in Summer Programs.

Jim L. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jim L.
64/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Personable, effective English, Math and Science Tutor

I'm an expert in working with students to develop skills and to understand concepts. My expertise is especially strong in problem solving, and applying concepts to real world situations. I'm also very adept at online tutoring, with hundreds of lessons taught, for students as far away as Denmark and Qatar. . When my son...

4.9 (2110)
64/hour
7,093 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 minutes
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I'm an expert in working with students to develop skills and to understand concepts. My expertise is especially strong in problem solving, and applying concepts to real world situations. I'm also very adept at online tutoring, with hundreds of lessons taught, for students as far away as Denmark and Qatar. . When my son...

Bridget K. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bridget K.
175/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Professionally trained with 8+ years experience with test prep

I have been professionally trained through a private tutoring company for ACT test preparation. All of the students that I have worked with have increased their scores.

5.0 (1271)
175/hour
4,019 hours tutoring
Response time: 51 minutes
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I have been professionally trained through a private tutoring company for ACT test preparation. All of the students that I have worked with have increased their scores.

Richmond Y. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Richmond Y.
40/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Patient Math Tutor for all ages

Hi, my name is Richmond. I have a great interest in making a difference and thought that teachers or tutors is one of the most influential ways of just doing that. I don’t mind giving FREE TRIAL LESSONS to see if we are compatible or not as I believe the student will learn best with what he/she is most comfortable...

4.7 (45)
40/hour
94 hours tutoring

Hi, my name is Richmond. I have a great interest in making a difference and thought that teachers or tutors is one of the most influential ways of just doing that. I don’t mind giving FREE TRIAL LESSONS to see if we are compatible or not as I believe the student will learn best with what he/she is most comfortable...

Trevor K. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Trevor K.
50/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Physics with Calculus tutoring, all levels of Math

Hello, my name is Trevor. I know how difficult learning physics and calculus on your own can be. I would like to ease that difficulty by helping my students become fully independent thinkers. I received my Master's of Science in Physics from San Francisco State University (SFSU), in August 2017. I have studied upper...

5.0 (118)
50/hour
296 hours tutoring
Response time: 36 minutes
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Hello, my name is Trevor. I know how difficult learning physics and calculus on your own can be. I would like to ease that difficulty by helping my students become fully independent thinkers. I received my Master's of Science in Physics from San Francisco State University (SFSU), in August 2017. I have studied upper...

David O. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David O.
120/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

From UW Professor, GUARANTEED physics, DATA SCIENCE & ML lessons

I'm a professor with background in PHYSICS, DATA SCIENCE and MACHINE LEARNING. I provide private sessions for tutoring as well as help with data science and machine learning project implementations. I have a PhD in physics from University of Minnesota (2013) and later I worked as a professor at the University of...

4.9 (27)
120/hour
111 hours tutoring

I'm a professor with background in PHYSICS, DATA SCIENCE and MACHINE LEARNING. I provide private sessions for tutoring as well as help with data science and machine learning project implementations. I have a PhD in physics from University of Minnesota (2013) and later I worked as a professor at the University of...

Andrew G. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew G.
350/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Software engineering and machine learning coach

I earned a 35 on the ACT Math section while in high school, and I only took the test one time. I have been working with students on ACT, SAT, and general test prep throughout college and post-college.

5.0 (461)
350/hour
1,468 hours tutoring

I earned a 35 on the ACT Math section while in high school, and I only took the test one time. I have been working with students on ACT, SAT, and general test prep throughout college and post-college.

Beatriz A. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Beatriz A.
300/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Stanford PhD with 9 Years of Experience and 100% 5-Star Reviews

Tired of not understanding what's going on in your math and science classes? Want to understand the material better before your final? Need to prepare for the SAT, ACT, GRE, or MCAT? Want guidance as you navigate the overwhelming college or graduate school admissions process? I can help you! I graduated with...

5.0 (163)
300/hour
466 hours tutoring
Response time: 1 minute
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Tired of not understanding what's going on in your math and science classes? Want to understand the material better before your final? Need to prepare for the SAT, ACT, GRE, or MCAT? Want guidance as you navigate the overwhelming college or graduate school admissions process? I can help you! I graduated with...

Fedja K. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Fedja K.
150/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Stanford Lecturer with 15+ Years Teaching Experience

Greetings! My passion for teaching and my love for science have driven me to excel in the world of education. With nearly fifteen years of teaching and tutoring expertise, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in the world of education. My strengths lie in problem-solving, teamwork, and creating...

5.0 (96)
150/hour
353 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutes
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Greetings! My passion for teaching and my love for science have driven me to excel in the world of education. With nearly fifteen years of teaching and tutoring expertise, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in the world of education. My strengths lie in problem-solving, teamwork, and creating...

Kevin N. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kevin N.
150/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

(UPenn Grad) Professional Tutor with 10+ Years ACT Experience

I have thousands of hours of standardized test prep tutoring experience, hundreds specifically with ACT English. I can help you understand not only the grammar rules and concepts covered in this section, but the best strategies to maximize your score! I like to take a detailed, analytical approach to this test.

5.0 (340)
150/hour
1,137 hours tutoring

I have thousands of hours of standardized test prep tutoring experience, hundreds specifically with ACT English. I can help you understand not only the grammar rules and concepts covered in this section, but the best strategies to maximize your score! I like to take a detailed, analytical approach to this test.

Panchapagesan R. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Panchapagesan R.
50/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Patient and knowledgeable math teacher

I have been teaching math for 5 years now. ACT is a test and easy to prepare for.

4.5 (69)
50/hour
176 hours tutoring

I have been teaching math for 5 years now. ACT is a test and easy to prepare for.

Jeffrey M. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeffrey M.
69/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

Effective Ph.D. Tutor of Mathematics and Physics

My specialties include college level calculus (including differential equations and multivariable calculus), linear algebra, and physics, AP Physics, AP Calculus, precalculus, SAT, ACT, ASVAB math prep, GRE math prep, Pre-algebra, algebra, plane geometry, and analytic (e.g., Cartesian) geometry. I teach online...

4.9 (1132)
69/hour
4,162 hours tutoring

My specialties include college level calculus (including differential equations and multivariable calculus), linear algebra, and physics, AP Physics, AP Calculus, precalculus, SAT, ACT, ASVAB math prep, GRE math prep, Pre-algebra, algebra, plane geometry, and analytic (e.g., Cartesian) geometry. I teach online...

Joyce Z. Near Hillsborough, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Joyce Z.
50/hour

Near Hillsborough, CA

UC Berkeley TA; Algebra, Linear Algebra, and Programming Tutor

Hi there! My name is Joyce and I recently graduated with a Bachelors in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley. My teaching experience includes being the Head TA for EECS 16A, an engineering and computer science course at UC Berkeley. For the past 2 years, I have taught hundreds of students in...

4.6 (5)
50/hour
14 hours tutoring

Hi there! My name is Joyce and I recently graduated with a Bachelors in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley. My teaching experience includes being the Head TA for EECS 16A, an engineering and computer science course at UC Berkeley. For the past 2 years, I have taught hundreds of students in...

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