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Here is a sampling of tutor profiles to introduce you to some of the tutors / coaches / mentors of the Learning Matters, Inc. team. This is provided as reference only, not a comprehensive listing. Please contact us to determine the tutor best suited for your child. Tim
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| Tutoring in: | English and writing skills for Junior High and above |
| Education: | Currently pursuing Ph.D. M.A. University of California, Irvine B.A. University of Illinois at Chicago |
| Experience: | I have taught several composition courses at UCI and tutored as an undergraduate at UCI |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Reading, movies, music, tennis, pool |
| Tutoring in: | English literature and
composition all grades Journalism History, psychology, any subject that involves reading comprehension Report writing, Essay writing Typing and shorthand |
| Education: | B.A. in English from New Mexico
State University M.A. Learning Disability from Cal State University, San Bernadino Minor in Spanish Life Teaching Credentials in English and Learning Disability |
| Experience: | 27 years teaching Math and
English and general education (all subjects) to Resource
students and tutoring all classes 3 years teaching English and journalism Transcription and medical reports for 4 years |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | I publish a monthly newsletter, play in the bell choir in my church, teach seniors how to use the computer, deliver Meals on Wheels, and usher at the theater. I baby my two dogs and three cats, collect dolls and love to read. |
| Tutoring in: | Mathematics: Any levels from
elementary school to university graduate school Physics: Any levels from elementary school to university graduate school. Japanese and other sciences such as Chemistry |
| Education: | Ph.D. in Mathematics M.S. in Physics |
| Experience: | Lecturer at University of California, Irvine |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Driving a car. Listening
classical music. Traveling by train (Amtrak) |
| Tutoring in: | Elementary level - all subject
areas Intermediate level math, reading, and writing |
| Education: | Bachelor of Arts degree,
Liberal Studies Cal State Fullerton Professional Clear Multiple Subject Credential National University Currently enrolled in Master of Arts in Cross Cultural Teaching, Master of Science in Educational Administration, and Educational Administration Credential programs National University |
| Experience: | Elementary Teacher Grades 2,
4, and 5 6 ½ years After school tutoring programs 4 years Many staff development trainings and seminars in math, reading, and writing strategies |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Traveling, baseball, softball, documentary filming |
| Tutoring in: | High School Math, Pre-Algebra,
Algebra 1 & 2, Calculus,
English, Grammar, Composition, Spelling, History,
French,
Basic Spanish,
Basic Physics, Chemistry, and Biology All Elementary & Junior High School Subjects |
| Education: | 4th Year Student at University
of California, Irvine: History Major Took AP Calculus AB, AP Physics BC, and AP U.S. History in High School Have taken Biology, Spanish, French, Calculus, Geography, Education, and numerous History classes at UCI Studied French in Lyon, France for a semester |
| Experience: | Tutor in Pre-Algebra, Algebra,
Chemistry, Biology, English Grammar and Spelling, Spanish,
History Tutor at Newport Elementary School, Newport Beach: All Subjects Tutored at Kumon and Score!: Math and English Art Tutor to Elementary and High School Students |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | I want to get a Ph.D. in the Cultural History of 20th Century Europe and work as a researcher or professor. I have completed two Study Abroad programs while in college: a summer program at the University of Sussex in Brighton and a fall semester program at the University of Lyon 2 in France. I enjoy traveling, especially in Europe and am interested in speaking different languages, such as French, Spanish, German, Italian, and Japanese. |
| Tutoring in: | Biology, Chemistry, Physics,
Geometry, Algebra, Basic Math, Study Skills, Organizational
skills, Physiology Upper Elementary to High School |
| Education: | B.S. in Biological Sciences
from UC Irvine Minor in Public Health Education Abroad Program, Durban, South Africa, 1 session |
| Experience: | Approximately 2 years
experience teaching and tutoring including Teachers Assistant in Science, Middle school, 1 school year Private tutoring one-to-one in math, science and reading Tutoring high school students in algebra, chemistry and geometry |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Volunteer project in health
education in South Africa Intern research project with families researching infant health I like traveling, photography, scuba diving, kids, science Plan to obtain a Masters in Public Health. |
| Tutoring in: | Junior High/High School Math (through Calculus) Spanish (all levels) |
| Education: | B.A. (2003) in Literature,
Harvard University M.A. (2005), Ph.D. (in progress) in Comparative Literature, University of California, Irvine |
| Experience: | Teaching Assistant in
Composition and English Poetry, UC Irvine SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT Preparation Teacher, Kaplan Test Prep |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Studying 19th and 20th century French and Latin American literature and poetry. Im fluent in Spanish and speak some French. |
| Tutoring in: | Algebra 1, Geometry, Spanish,
Biology, Marine Biology, English (to AP), SAT 1 Verbal, SAT
2 (Writing, History, Biology), ACT English, Study skills,
Organization skills, Attitude Enhancement. First grade to college level |
| Education: | BA in Legal Studies, Chapman
University. Perfect 800 score on SAT 1 verbal, and perfect 36 on ACT English Plan to attend Law School |
| Experience: | 7 years of tutoring experience
including one to one in-home tutoring independently and with
a variety of tutoring services Special needs including ADD, autism, hearing impaired When I tutor for the SAT 1 verbal section, jumps of 200 points are not uncommon |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Writing short stories, and reading, as well as camping, hiking, fishing |
| Tutoring in: | English/ Writing/ Reading Study Skills & Organization Math through Geometry Elementary School Subjects Special Education support (learning disabilities, behavior disorders, autism, etc.) College essay writing English as a Second Language |
| Education: | B.A., Russian/English Lit.
-University of Montana, Missoula M.A., Slavic Languages & Literatures - Indiana University, Bloomington Education Specialist Credential -Special Education, Mild/Moderate & Moderate Severe -California State University, Los Angeles |
| Experience: | Teacher - 6th Grade (all
subjects), Rowland U.S.D. Teacher - 8th Grade English, L.A.U.S.D. Teacher - Moderate/Severe Special Ed., Rossier Park High School |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Special Education Reading/ Writing Medieval studies/ re-enactment Needlecraft (Knitting & Crochet) Scandinavia World Cultures & Travel Ethnic cuisine World Music |
| Tutoring in: | Science, Math, Chemistry,
Physics Grades 6-12 |
| Education: | M.S. Biotechnology, Johns
Hopkins University, Baltimore M.S. Applied Chemistry B.S. Chemistry |
| Experience: | Extensive experience and interest in teaching science and math from elementary school through graduate school |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Helping students become
effective and organized Helping students plan for the future |
| Tutoring in: | Science and Mathematics,
including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Algebra I & II,
Pre-Calculus, Calculus, SAT I & II Math, Integrated Science Grades 9-12 |
| Education: | Harvard University, B.A.
Biology, Cum Laude Irvine High School Volunteer Clinical research assistant and coordinator in various UCI clinical research projects Intake volunteer in community medical clinic |
| Experience: | Over 2 years tutoring small groups and individuals, students and adults; SAT, academic subjects, homework help, Citizenship test preparation |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Biomedical research |
| Tutoring in: | Elementary School, All Subjects Middle School, All subjects High School Basic Math, Reading, History, Biology, Geometry Special needs such as Dyslexia, ADD |
| Education: | California Clear Credential,
Multiple Subjects, CLAD Certified (K-12) M.A. in Education BA Liberal Studies and Music, Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, CA |
| Experience: | 3 Years Private Tutoring in
Reading, Spelling, Comprehension, Music Theory and General
Academics Proficient in specialized techniques for Visualizing and Verbalizing to remediate learning difficulties 2 years teaching and assisting Pre-School and Middle School |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Singing with College Chorale Concert Group Helping students achieve their learning potential |
| Tutoring in: | English all grades/levels History/Government K-12 General Math K-6 Spanish I and II |
| Education: | B.A. University of
California, Irvine (magna cum laude/Gold Key Including: One-year teaching English through UCI Humanities Out There Program Intermediate and High School levels -focus on all facets of American and British literature special emphasis on 20th-century/post-colonial literature Completion of Language Arts Education program SVUSD (Saddleback Valley Unified School District) Completion of Special Education in-service programs - SVUSD California Subject Examination Test (CSET) English California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) UCI Teacher Credential Program - in process |
| Experience: | Instructor in Language
Arts Assistance Program / Special Education Assistant
PBS: Outreach Coordinator for PBS Childrens Programming with focus on literacy and diversity |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Non-fiction writer: Write monthly newsletter and book (in progress) |
| Tutoring in: | Basic Mathematics, Pre-Algebra,
Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus,
and Statistics Grade 7-12, College/Adults |
| Education: | MS in Education/Mathematics; Professional clear credential in Mathematics, Psychology, Computer Concepts and Applications |
| Experience: | Over twenty years teaching and tutoring experience in community college, high school, middle school and one to one |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Bilingual (Spanish/English), Running, Community Service |
| Tutoring in: | Mathematics,
Science,
Language Arts/Reading Grades: Kindergarten through eighth grade |
| Education: | Bachelors of Arts in Psychology Applied Behavioral Analysis Certification Mild Moderate Special Education Credential |
| Experience: | Preschool Teacher Autistic Therapist at Psychotherapy Center One on one aid for Unified School District Student Teacher for a second grade class in Unified School District |
| Outside Interests / Special Skills: | Reading, outdoor exercise |
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