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James P. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
James P.
65/hour

San Francisco, CA

Writing Teacher, Linguist, and History of World Thought

ACT English is about understanding the basics of grammar, punctuation, and spelling. It's about understanding how "particles" of language like adverbs and conjunctions help create transitions from one idea to another as we express ourselves in logical and subtle ways.

5.0 (838)
65/hour
2,678 hours tutoring

ACT English is about understanding the basics of grammar, punctuation, and spelling. It's about understanding how "particles" of language like adverbs and conjunctions help create transitions from one idea to another as we express ourselves in logical and subtle ways.

Michael H. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael H.
40/hour

San Francisco, CA

Bioengineer + Writer Specializing in Math/Writing/Biology

Hello and Welcome! I'm Michael, a graduate from the University of Maryland, College Park where I completed a double degree in Bioengineering and English. Now, these seem like separate, non complimentary degrees, but to me they helped me approach problems in both fields from new perspectives. It's that approach, and my...

5.0 (7)
40/hour
20 hours tutoring

Hello and Welcome! I'm Michael, a graduate from the University of Maryland, College Park where I completed a double degree in Bioengineering and English. Now, these seem like separate, non complimentary degrees, but to me they helped me approach problems in both fields from new perspectives. It's that approach, and my...

Charles T. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Charles T.
100/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

Creative Math - ADHD Students

When I began tutoring a few years ago, I firmly believed that anyone could do well in mathematics, all the way through Calculus, provided you are relatively fluent in a few formulas and make time for regular problem sets. My experience over that time has only confirmed my suspicions, and its has been a great pleasure to...

5.0 (461)
100/hour
1,591 hours tutoring

When I began tutoring a few years ago, I firmly believed that anyone could do well in mathematics, all the way through Calculus, provided you are relatively fluent in a few formulas and make time for regular problem sets. My experience over that time has only confirmed my suspicions, and its has been a great pleasure to...

Richard A. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Richard A.
150/hour

San Francisco, CA

Experienced, Results-Oriented - Language, College Admissions, Testing

Hi prospective students, my name is Ricky, and I have over ten years of experience as a professional tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because it helped me achieve academic success in my own life. I struggled with certain subjects when I was a child, but ended up being valedictorian when I graduated from Woodside...

5.0 (475)
150/hour
1,687 hours tutoring

Hi prospective students, my name is Ricky, and I have over ten years of experience as a professional tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because it helped me achieve academic success in my own life. I struggled with certain subjects when I was a child, but ended up being valedictorian when I graduated from Woodside...

Yuanmin O. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Yuanmin O.
45/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

ACT Math tutor; Masters in Structural Engineering

After that, I obtained my masters degree in structural Engineering at UC Davis where I furthered my understanding of Math in Engineering application. I am currently tutoring ACT Math; my returning students found my teaching helpful for them.

5.0 (244)
45/hour
477 hours tutoring

After that, I obtained my masters degree in structural Engineering at UC Davis where I furthered my understanding of Math in Engineering application. I am currently tutoring ACT Math; my returning students found my teaching helpful for them.

Raha K. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Raha K.
75/hour

San Francisco, CA

Native Farsi speaker with 5+ years of teaching Farsi

Hello all! My name is Raha. I have a master's degree in Physics. I taught physics in university and high schools when I was living in my own country (Iran). However my tutoring experience goes back to my middle school . I was teaching math, physics and chemistry Which gives me over 20 years of experience. I always...

5.0 (56)
75/hour
196 hours tutoring
Response time: 28 minutes
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Hello all! My name is Raha. I have a master's degree in Physics. I taught physics in university and high schools when I was living in my own country (Iran). However my tutoring experience goes back to my middle school . I was teaching math, physics and chemistry Which gives me over 20 years of experience. I always...

Jaden K. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jaden K.
50/hour

San Francisco, CA

Mathematics Tutor with Philosophical approaches! M.A. Hon. Math+Phil

*Currently looking for students in the following subjects: Multivariable / Single variable Calculus, Math majors, K6-12 Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry (Up to AP), SAT Mathematics **Information Theory students please enquire Greetings, and nice to meet you! My name is Jaden and I am a graduate from the University of...

5.0 (7)
50/hour
53 hours tutoring

*Currently looking for students in the following subjects: Multivariable / Single variable Calculus, Math majors, K6-12 Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry (Up to AP), SAT Mathematics **Information Theory students please enquire Greetings, and nice to meet you! My name is Jaden and I am a graduate from the University of...

Alexander U. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexander U.
125/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

English Language Tutor, Ivy League Trained

I'm currently a PhD student in the English department at UC Berkeley. I am from Pennsylvania originally, but have lived all over the country (Philadelphia, Boston, NYC, San Francisco). I am very happy to be settling in the East Bay. I am excited to work with students from the middle school level and up. I have worked...

5.0 (4)
125/hour
9 hours tutoring

I'm currently a PhD student in the English department at UC Berkeley. I am from Pennsylvania originally, but have lived all over the country (Philadelphia, Boston, NYC, San Francisco). I am very happy to be settling in the East Bay. I am excited to work with students from the middle school level and up. I have worked...

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

San Francisco, 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...

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

San Francisco, 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...

Stephen B. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stephen B.
55/hour

San Francisco, CA

Effective, Student-Centered English Tutor

I served students for 9 years as a high school English teacher (grades 8-12). I prepared my students for ACT reading, SAT reading, and multiple other high-stakes tests. I served students for 13 years as an instructional leader (principal and vice principal) of middle and high schools. I facilitated best reading...

5.0 (107)
55/hour
811 hours tutoring
Response time: 23 minutes
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I served students for 9 years as a high school English teacher (grades 8-12). I prepared my students for ACT reading, SAT reading, and multiple other high-stakes tests. I served students for 13 years as an instructional leader (principal and vice principal) of middle and high schools. I facilitated best reading...

Marta L. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Marta L.
50/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

Experienced College Professor for English and Statistics tutoring

Hi, I'm Marta. I have a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from UC Berkeley and have worked as a psychology professor for 30 years. As a professor I have extensive experience with one-to-one tutoring and mentoring of students, both teenagers and adults. I have worked with students from many different cultures and...

4.9 (29)
50/hour
148 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutes
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Hi, I'm Marta. I have a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from UC Berkeley and have worked as a psychology professor for 30 years. As a professor I have extensive experience with one-to-one tutoring and mentoring of students, both teenagers and adults. I have worked with students from many different cultures and...

Nenad Z. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nenad Z.
80/hour

San Francisco, CA

Math, Physics and Chemistry Tutor. Years of Experience!

I am a professional tutor in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. In 2007, I received a B.S in Chemistry from UC Berkeley with honors and since then, I have helped hundreds of students reach their full potential in Math and Science Classes. Over the past five years, I have tutored both privately and in many Bay Area...

4.9 (17)
80/hour
57 hours tutoring

I am a professional tutor in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. In 2007, I received a B.S in Chemistry from UC Berkeley with honors and since then, I have helped hundreds of students reach their full potential in Math and Science Classes. Over the past five years, I have tutored both privately and in many Bay Area...

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

Near San Francisco, 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...

Mary A. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mary A.
200/hour

San Francisco, CA

Advanced Mentorship -Harvard alum, Tesla engineer, Bain consultant

I believe in strategic academic advancement and mentorship that goes beyond traditional tutoring; supporting students in exploring their passions, discovering new interests, becoming logical problem solvers, and translating paper concepts to real world exciting projects. Students can come with diverse interests and we'll...

5.0 (4)
200/hour
20 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutes
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I believe in strategic academic advancement and mentorship that goes beyond traditional tutoring; supporting students in exploring their passions, discovering new interests, becoming logical problem solvers, and translating paper concepts to real world exciting projects. Students can come with diverse interests and we'll...

Fred W. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Fred W.
120/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

Experienced, supportive tutor for Science, Math, Spanish & more

I have helped students improve their grades and test scores for over 15 years, tutoring students in suburban private schools, urban public schools, Ivy League universities and everywhere in between. In addition to tutoring, I have taught high school math and science full-time for 17 years. Before grad school at...

4.9 (128)
120/hour
444 hours tutoring

I have helped students improve their grades and test scores for over 15 years, tutoring students in suburban private schools, urban public schools, Ivy League universities and everywhere in between. In addition to tutoring, I have taught high school math and science full-time for 17 years. Before grad school at...

Madeline A. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Madeline A.
100/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

Knowledgeable, Meticulous, and Passionate Harvard Tutor/Teacher

Hello! My name is Madeline (Maddie) Alvendia, B.A., E.d.M. I am an educator, activist, and life-long learner based in Oakland, California. I received my B.A. in History from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where I graduated in three years. I received my E.d.M. (Master's in Education) from Harvard...

5.0 (23)
100/hour
25 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutes
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Hello! My name is Madeline (Maddie) Alvendia, B.A., E.d.M. I am an educator, activist, and life-long learner based in Oakland, California. I received my B.A. in History from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where I graduated in three years. I received my E.d.M. (Master's in Education) from Harvard...

Jason H. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jason H.
120/hour

San Francisco, CA

Highly Experienced Tutor

I have over 10 years of experience helping students prepare for all sections of the CBEST. My background in standardized test prep - SSAT, ACT, SAT, GRE, and GMAT - is extensive. With the math section, I find many adults need a solid refresher of the fundamentals of number properties, algebra, and geometry.

4.9 (59)
120/hour
137 hours tutoring
Response time: 20 minutes
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I have over 10 years of experience helping students prepare for all sections of the CBEST. My background in standardized test prep - SSAT, ACT, SAT, GRE, and GMAT - is extensive. With the math section, I find many adults need a solid refresher of the fundamentals of number properties, algebra, and geometry.

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

Near San Francisco, 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.

Kubrat D. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kubrat D.
170/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

Ivy League expert in Calculus, Probability and Linear Algebra

I am a Berkeley/Princeton educated tutor with 10 years of experience teaching all college math subjects. Unlike a lot of other tutors, I have the educator mindset rather than the student mindset, and I can break down complicated math concepts down to basic logic and deduction. I have worked with students from the most...

5.0 (859)
170/hour
3,437 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutes
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I am a Berkeley/Princeton educated tutor with 10 years of experience teaching all college math subjects. Unlike a lot of other tutors, I have the educator mindset rather than the student mindset, and I can break down complicated math concepts down to basic logic and deduction. I have worked with students from the most...

Ellie S. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ellie S.
75/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

Very Experienced SAT Tutor

I have been tutoring students for the verbal sections of the SAT and ACT for more than 20 years. I also teach university students how to write well and how to speed-read with more comprehension.

5.0 (41)
75/hour
318 hours tutoring

I have been tutoring students for the verbal sections of the SAT and ACT for more than 20 years. I also teach university students how to write well and how to speed-read with more comprehension.

Julian B. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Julian B.
35/hour

San Francisco, CA

Tutor Specializing in Special Education, Natural History & Ecology

Hello. I am a Masters student at SFSU with a degree in ecology and evolution, I have more than 8 years experience working at Zoos and Natural History museums and am currently working as a curator. I grew up going through special education pathways in primary school and have learned and mastered many different styles of...

4.9 (28)
35/hour
47 hours tutoring
Response time: 59 minutes
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Hello. I am a Masters student at SFSU with a degree in ecology and evolution, I have more than 8 years experience working at Zoos and Natural History museums and am currently working as a curator. I grew up going through special education pathways in primary school and have learned and mastered many different styles of...

Jordan R. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jordan R.
135/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

Chemistry Tutor w/ Four Years of High School Teaching Experience

I designed the curriculum, assessments, and other resources for these courses and gained experience working with students of a variety of skill levels. Prior to working as a teacher, I worked at a private tutoring center and helped students in chemistry, algebra, and ACT Math and Science. I graduated summa cum...

5.0 (1238)
135/hour
3,540 hours tutoring
Response time: 15 minutes
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I designed the curriculum, assessments, and other resources for these courses and gained experience working with students of a variety of skill levels. Prior to working as a teacher, I worked at a private tutoring center and helped students in chemistry, algebra, and ACT Math and Science. I graduated summa cum...

Dave S. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dave S.
50/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

Award-Winning Math and Statistics Tutor

I have also successfully tutored many high school students (though I prefer not to tutor students below high school level, and do not tutor calculus). I have worked for both Kaplan and McGraw-Hill designing testing materials for tests such as the GRE, SAT, and ACT. I know the ins and outs of how tests are...

5.0 (1994)
50/hour
5,847 hours tutoring
Response time: 54 minutes
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I have also successfully tutored many high school students (though I prefer not to tutor students below high school level, and do not tutor calculus). I have worked for both Kaplan and McGraw-Hill designing testing materials for tests such as the GRE, SAT, and ACT. I know the ins and outs of how tests are...

Tina H. Near San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tina H.
120/hour

Near San Francisco, CA

Berkeley Graduate, Experienced Tutor Will Help You Succeed

The ACT math section covers high school level algebra, geometry and basic trigonometry. For the past three years, my clear and concise teaching method has helped many students achieve high scores and reach top percentile rankings. I know the content well and can teach you effective test-taking strategies and how...

5.0 (908)
120/hour
2,235 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutes
Note that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

The ACT math section covers high school level algebra, geometry and basic trigonometry. For the past three years, my clear and concise teaching method has helped many students achieve high scores and reach top percentile rankings. I know the content well and can teach you effective test-taking strategies and how...

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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.
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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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