Top Science Tutors serving Oakland
Jennifer: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...to know the basics before you get speaking fluently. Math can be difficult, but it can be even more fun once you get it. To me, chemistry is the perfect blend of science and math, which is great since I enjoy both! You can learn from the most basic atoms (don't trust them, they make up everything!) to the most complex proteins to applications in the real world. Chemistry is fun to learn, teach, and...
Education & Certification
University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 780
Kristine: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...from Rutgers University with a double major in Genetics and Psychology. Currently, I am applying for dental school with a DAT score in the 98th percentile. For more than eight years, I have taught students in many different subjects such as DAT, SAT, Chemistry (General and Organic), Biology, and Physics in both classroom and tutoring environments. Besides academics, I have even taught swimming and dance. My tutoring style focuses on tailoring the lesson to target...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Genetics and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710
Daniel: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...variety of subjects; I have tutored biology, physics, math, history, chemistry, and ecology. My teaching method is to make complex ideas more relative to simple concepts and everyday life. I believe that making connections to concepts while learning is the easiest way to grasp a subject. I enjoy all sports with an emphasis in basketball, baseball, football, soccer, and tennis. I played all of these sports in high school and at the intramural level in...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Melissa: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...scaffolding to break concepts down into manageable parts. I have experience teaching Computer Science to a classroom of 20 high school students from different socioeconomic backgrounds. This included daily lectures, mentoring, and one on one tutoring/debugging, among other responsibilities. I also gained experience tutoring college students during my time as an undergraduate. I emphasize understanding the concepts behind a problem, not just getting the assignment working, and use real world examples to allow the student...
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Sonoma State University - Bachelors, Computer Science
Samuel: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...private English tutor in Madrid, and with both private and non-profit academic support and enrichment programs. Over the years I've taught just about every subject. I love helping students develop a positive, can-do attitude in relation to subjects that used to make them feel anxious and confused. (In my experience this is often math or standardized tests, but I also love to tutor writing and general study skills.) In my spare time I enjoy playing...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education
Kate: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...in Environmental Sciences and A.S. in Biotechnology. I have been a teaching assistant at Berkeley City College for introductory biology classes for a few semesters, and also work as a lab technician at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory focusing on breast cancer. Most my experience in teaching has been with community college students, so I aim to make the concepts clear and inspire them to further their career in science. As a first generation Chinese immigrant,...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science
Bryan: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...keep math rooted in the real world. I can teach you the basics of geometry, algebra, calculus and statistics, but more interestingly I can show you how to use what you learn to master the world around you. I'm not a professional teacher, I'm just a regular guy who learned all the tricks the hard, long way, and I want to share them with you! Conquering math feels awesome! It's not magic, it's hard work,...
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Joshua: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...Literature from Oberlin College. I am currently studying at San Francisco State University, pursuing my Master's of Science in Physics. Between my undergraduate and graduate studies, I served in the United States Peace Corps to teach English in rural Panama. In San Francisco, I have been enjoying helping my students improve their test scores on the SAT. I have a strong connection to all the subjects I tutor. Because I am studying science, I am...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English
San Francisco State University - Master of Science, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 770
Steven: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...science and math. I also have an extensive background in standardized tests, so I would love to pass on my tips and tricks for those preparing for the SAT and ACT. Of note, something in particular that attracts me to tutoring is that by working one-on-one with a student, I am able to cater my teaching style towards his or her learning style, ultimately allowing the student to better learn the material. Beyond the academics,...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Matthew: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
My entire educational background was spent in science and math classes, often it wasn't easy for me, so I understand what it's like to struggle with something and feel like you will never understand. But if you work the problems enough times and never quit you'll get through it. And asking for help is never a bad thing, no one has ever gotten through all of this without help.... Understanding what it is you're doing is...
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University of Nevada-Reno - Bachelors, Physics
Paul: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
'Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean. Ryunosuke Satoro. Im passionate about Ocean Conservation, Marine Exploration and protecting the environment. I've worked hard to become a better teacher and mentor. I recently completed my Masters degree at Utah State University as an Environmental Engineer. I love working with students and get them interested in science and maths, especially chemistry! ... Make it fun, relevant, and interactive. Find common ground.... Find out about the...
Education & Certification
University of Melbourne - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Utah State University - Masters, Environmental Engineering
Vivek: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
I am passionate about helping students get better! I love Mathematics and Physics, and want to be involved with the subjects for as long as possible.... To be flexible in teaching methods according to students' needs, and to be available to them for as much as they need.
Education & Certification
Indian Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - PHD, Nuclear Engineering
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 168
Kranthi: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...us alive and to help us heal when we are injured. Everyday scientists learn something new about the body which is why I love physiology. In addition, I reviewed for the MCAT by myself with my own exceptional strategies and so I am very comfortable helping students with every section of the test. When I tutor, I tailor my teaching style so that I can pinpoint the exact misunderstanding my student has with the concepts/material...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
Tufts School of Medicine - Master of Science, Biomedical Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
Sid: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...landed at Yale for Graduate School. My research earned me the most coveted award for a student in any field and at any level at Yale at the end of my Ph.D.: the only time it was awarded to STEM in 35 years! Now, completely immersed in research in developing best the material for clean energy technology, I really miss the teaching that I immensely enjoyed for last 10 years. My secret: success in tests...
Education & Certification
Indian Institute of Technology - Kanpur - Bachelors, Chemistry
Yale University - PHD, Chemistry
Sophia: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...with me in an hour than they do in an entire week of school! When I teach, I strive to let my students know that they are in a safe place where no question is too insignificant to ask while simultaneously encouraging them to be active participants in the sessions so that they can better retain the material we cover and better analyze problems or questions for improved success! Some of my favorite activities outside...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Chemistry; Molecular Cell Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
MCAT: 40
Aser: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...them open ended question that encourage them to critically think about their subject topics rather than lecturing the concepts myself. I personally grasp concepts easier when I become an active learner, and I encourage my tutees to do the same. I also use visual cues and diagrams to better illustrate complex concepts. Besides academic, I am a big fitness and athletics enthusiasts. I played soccer, basketball, volleyball and tennis in high school, and I still...
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University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Eli: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...and columnist in Los Angeles. I have worked with students of all ages from kindergarten to adulthood and am a staunch believer that it is never too late to fall in love with learning any subject (even math!). My approach to tutoring is the same way I approach training for a sport. If you are willing to put in the effort, you will get better (and if you're doing it right you can have some...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 800
Christie: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...SN2 nucleophiles to a university peer a few days after learning it. These varying degrees of familiarity in subject material have helped me to practice recalling material on the spot to then explain it to a student. These different experiences have trained me to meet each student where they are. My schedule of availability begins on July 18 and until mid-August I am free from Monday through Saturday beginning at 8 AM and Sunday after...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Dallas: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...concepts that enable the student to better understand the subject. I love teaching all sciences, as well as Spanish and reading techniques. Outside of teaching, I love being outdoors, and you can often find me planning fishing and backpacking trips. I am also active in volunteering, including an annual trip to Mexico to build houses, and am a huge San Francisco Giants fan. I plan to apply to Medical School next year.
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 740
Milan: Oakland Science tutor
Certified Science Tutor in Oakland, CA
...Systems and Theater double-major at Stanford University in Northern California, Milan is very excited to be a part of the 大象传媒 team. His main academic interests are English, philosophy, math, and computer science, but Milan enjoys many other subjects (psychology, physics, and economics to name a few). He is fluent in Spanish and an active member of the Latino community. In his free time, he enjoys reading, writing, and taking the occasional photograph.
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelors, Computer Science, English (double major)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750
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Science is not just a collection of facts. Instead, it is both a body of knowledge and the process for building that knowledge. Studying science differs from many other ways of learning, because it relies on testing ideas with evidence gathered from the natural world around you. There are various branches of science, including astronomy, chemistry, and meteorology. If you would like to broaden your child's understanding in their science course, an enthusiastic science tutor in Oakland can help make their educational process more efficient, more enjoyable, and less stressful.
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Our educational directors will find an expert science tutor in Oakland who will design a study plan that focuses on your child's specific needs. Study sessions will be targeted toward the science concepts that your student struggles with most. If you would like your child to review material that he or she has already understood, that can be arranged, too. The pace and direction of your child's tutoring sessions will be completely in your hands. Tutors will never pressure your child to move at a pace that is uncomfortable for them. These one-on-one sessions will be tailored to your child's individual learning style, which will allow your child to absorb and retain the material more efficiently.
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