Meet our Education Specialists: Tutors For Success

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VIVIAN

Tutors Pre-K through grade 12
Phonics, Reading comprehension, Math
Literature, AP Biology, AP World History, Science, Biology, Physics
SAT Verbal and SAT Math
California Teaching Credential with supplements for English, Art and Science
Masters in Education, BA in English
35 years teaching Pre-K to College
Consulted with TV specials on different autism and right brain specials
"Best teacher I've ever had", Brandon, 8th grade

JOE

Tutors English, Literature, Language Arts, History, Philosophy, Government
SAT and PSAT Prep
Math through Algebra 2
Working on PhD in English, MA in English, BA in English, Creative Writing Emphasis
7 years experience teaching and tutoring
Developed SAT prep curriculum and student diagnostics
Students SAT scores improve an average of 200 points
“I can see how much he is helping my son with writing”, 11^th grader’s Dad.

DIANA

Tutors Chemistry, Physics, Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics
Algebra, Spanish 1 & 2, Organization skills
BA in Interdisciplinary field with emphasis in healthcare
Pursuing completion of premedical requirements
Over 6 years experience tutoring K-12 and college students
I plan to go into pediatrics because I love working with children and young adults
Diana is patient and dedicated to the student’s learning process

TIM

Tutors Language Arts, English literature and grammar, creative and academic writing
Middle school, High school and College
M.A. in English Literature, B.A. in Business Administration, Marketing Emphasis
Teaching credentials in English and Business
7 years experience teaching and tutoring grades 7-12 and college
I want to give kids an edge to be successful and happy!
“Tim did a great job preparing my son for 9^th grade English”, Mom of 8^th grader.

ISABELLE

Tutors all levels of French and Spanish
Masters Degree earned through an international program from Bournemouth University in England, Breda in the Netherland, Madrid in Spain and Chambery in France
3 years experience tutoring Elementary school to Adults
Regularly translate business documents between French and English
I’m an avid marathoner and triathlete, and an avid bookworm
“I thought our last French tutor was awesome and couldn’t believe Isabelle was even better!”, Mom of 11^th grader.

KARTHIK

Tutors Math, Chemistry, Physics, AP Calculus, AP Biology, high school and college
8 years experience teaching and tutoring
M.S. in Biotechnology, M.S. Applied Chemistry, B.S. Chemistry
I enjoy helping students become organized and effective in their studies
“He is an excellent tutor!” 11^th grade AP Biology student

CAROL

Tutors Reading, English, ESL, Writing, Research, Computer Skills
Math K-7, Social Studies, Geography, History all grades
Master of Library and Information Science
B.A. in English and Social Studies
California Teaching Credential in English, Social Studies, Library Media K-12
7 years teaching experience
Accomplished writer and published author of a children’s book
I love teaching children the joy of reading
“Teaching poetry has really helped my daughter with fluency and she loves it”, Mom of 4^th grader

BEN

Tutors Algebra 1 & 2, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, AP Physics
Junior high and high school science, College Algebra, College Calculus
B.A. in Psychology
M.S. in Physics
4 years teaching and tutoring experience
I enjoy playing piano and music composition
“Ben is a great teacher!”, 12^th grade AP Calculus student.

TARA

Tutors Pre-K to 5^th grade all Subjects
Math through pre-algebra, High School Spanish 1 & 2
California Credentialed Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education with Spanish minor
ABA Therapist working 1:1 with students on the autism spectrum
4 years teaching and tutoring experience
Experienced in reading intervention and phonics instruction
“Tara is making such a positive difference in my daughter’s education”, 8^th grader’s Mom.

COLT

Tutors US History, World History, Government, Economics, Geography
English Grammar, Composition and Spelling
All Elementary and Junior High School Subjects, Math to Pre-Algebra
B.A. in History with a Minor in American Studies
M.S. in Special Education with Mild/Moderate credential and Autism Certification expected January 2012
3 years experience teaching and tutoring
1 year experience as a behavior interventionist (ABA)
I played college baseball and coach middle school baseball
Teaching students is my career and hobby
“My son loves him. He’s making such a difference.” 4^th grader’s Mom.

ANGELA

Tutors Math 7^th grade and up, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Statistics, AP Statistics
B.S. in Food Science
Over 6 years experience tutoring high school and college
I LOVE tutoring
I am a future Veterinary Student
“Thank you! Angela is such a good match for my daughter!”, Mom of 12^th grade AP Statistics student.

BROOKE

Tutors English/Language Arts, Reading, Writing, History, Social Studies, K-12
B.A. in English
California Teaching Credential
Five years experience teaching inner city kids, middle school, high school honors and college preparatory English
I have a passion for working with teenagers to help break down their walls of misunderstanding and work to reach their highest potential.
“Carol got an A in English! Thanks to the hard work she did with Brooke improving her essays! Mom of 10^th grader.

MELISSA

Tutors Kindergarten to 8^th grade, all subjects
B.A. in Psychology
Masters in Education with Specialization in Reading and Math.
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Certification
Teaching Credential, Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe Special Education
11 years teaching and tutoring experience
“Melissa is so incredibly patient. She has made a difference for my son!” Mom of 5^th grader.

SANDY

Tutors Kindergarten through High School in Language Arts, Math through Algebra, All subjects through Middle School
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
B.A. in Liberal Studies
Over 10 years experience teaching and tutoring
“We love Sandy. She is helping my daughter so much!”, Mom of 8^th grader.

MARK

Tutors Math through Pre-Calculus and Statistics
M.S. in Education/Mathematics
Credential teacher in Mathematics, Psychology and Computer Concepts
Over 20 years teaching and tutoring experience in community college, high school and middle school
“Mark is the best math tutor I’ve ever had”, Nolan, 10^th grade geometry student.

NICK

Tutors Science for Elementary and Middle School, Math through Pre-Calculus
SAT Math and ACT Math and Science
Teaching Credential in Math
Masters in Education with a focus in leadership and teaching styles
B.S. in Business Administration and Finance
3 years experience teaching and tutoring
“I really like working with Nick! He explains things so well!”, 6^th grade math student.

CAROLYN

Tutors Math including Algebra 1 & 2, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, high school Chemistry and Physics
M.S. in Civil Engineering
B.S. in Civil Engineering
Two years experience tutoring
Seven years experience in structural Engineering, including mentoring entry level Engineers and college interns
“Carolyn really helped me understand the material!”, 11^th grade Pre-Calculus student.

RICHARD

Tutors Economics and Business, High School and College
Master in Business Administration
B.A. Political Economics
5 years experience teaching and tutoring Economics and Business at the college level
“He makes Economics easy!”, College Freshman.

CAROL

Tutors English Literature and Composition, K-12
History, psychology and any subject involving reading comprehension and essay writing
M.A. in Special Education, Minor in Spanish
B.A. in English
Teaching Credentials in English and Special Education
27 years teaching Math and English for General Education and Resource Students
“My son has connected so well with her he actually talks too much, which is amazing because normally he doesn’t talk at all to anyone!”, Mother of 10^th grader on Autism spectrum.

TIFFANY

Tutors Biology, Honors Biology, AP Biology
B.S. Biological Sciences
B.A. Studio Arts
2 years experience tutoring AP Biology; mentoring incoming college freshmen; and serving as Student Ambassador for Biological Sciences student affairs
4 years Research experience in Microbiology and Neurobiology
“My daughter is much more confident in her Honors Biology class!”, Mother of 10^th grader.

AMY

Tutors 4^th grade through high school, Study Skills, Math through Pre-Calculus, Biology, U.S. History, European History, AP Language and Composition, AP Literature, SAT, US History SAT subject test, Spanish 1 & 2.
B.A. in Psychology and Social Behavior
Plan to pursue Clinical Psychology
6 years experience tutoring
I believe a motivated and enthusiastic tutor can inspire that same passion for learning in any pupil
“My son raised his English grade to A. Amy has really helped him with his writing.” Mom of 7^th grader.

JAMES

Tutors Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, AP Calculus, Statistics
Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, International Money, Global Economics and more
Middle school, high school, undergraduate and graduate college level
M.A. in Economics
B.A. with double major in Mathematics and Economics
Over 6 years tutoring and teaching experience
I love teaching so this gives me a unique style of tutoring.
“He did a great job preparing my son Chris for the AP Economics test”, Mother of 12^th grader

TALINE

Tutors Elementary Math through Pre-Calculus
SAT Math
Juris Doctorate
B.S. in Mathematics with a minor in Philosophy
15 years experience tutoring
7 years in the legal profession including construction litigation, mediation, legal research, training and more
I enjoy helping students understand the concepts, then learn the steps how to get to a solution
“She uses such great examples it makes math easy”, Professional tutored in Algebra.

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Meet our Education Specialists: Tutors For Success