Best San Jose Tutors

Studying literature and writing is exciting, new, and challenging for students, if you have the right teacher! My vision as a teacher is to ignite a passion for language in students and to have a strong relationship with the family through trust, transparency, and accountability. Beyond our hour lesson together, I prepare materials carefully and thoughtfully and engage with students throughout the week to keep them organized with their homework and on top of their grades. A lover of literat... Read more

Writing, English, Literature, SAT Reading, SAT Writing

Teaching is a huge passion for me, and I have been in the profession for the last 17 years. I have taught innumerable students and thrive to see them excel in their chosen fields. I studied English as my first language throughout my educational years, and obtained my French teaching credentials from universities in France. I have trained continuously throughout my career to bring to my students the latest in pedagogy. I have taught students from school, college and university as well as prof... Read more

Vocabulary, Grammar, French, Reading, Writing, English, Proofreading, Spelling

Bay Area credentialed math teacher available for tutoring Advanced Math. I have taught Math at the high school level for the past 8 years. I have also tutored high school math including Precalc Honors and AP Calc AB and BC and college-level and Business Calculus. I observe students to determine whether they are visual, auditory or kinesthetic learners and use convergent and divergent learning techniques to help students become more resourceful in the way they approach challenging problems.... Read more

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Precalculus, Trigonometry

I?m an MFA graduate, graphic novel artist, illustrator and graphic designer based in Hong Kong and California, who specializes in drawing, storytelling and depicting emotion through illustration and comics. I love drawing a lot and am looking forward to sharing my experience in art with you. I've been a graphic designer for 3 years and using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator over 10 years as my drawing and designing tools. And I like traditional ways like drawing and oil painting as well. So I... Read more

Chinese, Adobe Photoshop, Graphic Design

Math, Chem, Comp Sci: Experienced Tutor, High School Teacher, University Lecturer and Successful career in Industry. I am a patient and personable tutor for even those subjects that students find difficult. My students do well in class, on the AP exams and on their College Finals. We enjoy our lessons and they build confidence to continue their STEM education. I have been told, "Not only am I impressed with the depth of your knowledge but also how you can take something so difficult and make... Read more

Algebra 2, Calculus, Chemistry, General Computer, Geometry, Precalculus, Trigonometry, Java

I am an experienced math tutor and I am close to acquiring my teaching credential in math. I love working with students and experiencing the ah-ha moment of discovery. My experience in teaching is mostly at the middle school level, but I have tutored students from Kindergarten to 12th grade. I have tutored for 3 years and I taught for one year. My degree is in mathematics education and I really enjoy teaching all levels, although Algebra is my favorite. I have worked with younger students an... Read more

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Prealgebra, Precalculus, Study Skills, Trigonometry, SAT Math

Hello- My name is Ric, and I'm a professional trombone player, singer, writer and arranger for over 30 years. I have extensive music industry experience. In August 1992, I performed with Billy Joel, Foreigner, Paul Simon. In December 1993, I recorded & performed trombone on Phil Driscoll?s Grammy nominated album ?Warriors? (Word Label 1994). Additionally, I wrote all the horn arrangements on that album. In 2004, I recorded & performed trombone on John Lee Hooker, Jr?s Grammy nominated album ... Read more

Trombone, Trumpet

My Teaching and Education I am currently teaching English Composition at San Jose State University in San Jose, CA. I have previously taught English Composition and Literature at Foothill College in Los Altos, CA and at San Francisco State University in San Francisco, California. I have a Master's Degree in Linguistics from San Jose State University and a BA in Linguistics from Michigan State University. My Students and Clients I work with students or clients focused on developing their com... Read more

Vocabulary, Grammar, French, Reading, Writing, English, ESL/ESOL, Literature

Hi! I'm Ashley. I am currently a senior at Valley Christian High School, where I will be graduating this year as top 5% of my class. I will be attending Cornell University where I was accepted Early Decision for Computer Science (I feel that my essays were a huge part of my acceptance, and I can tutor this too!). I plan on majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. I, too, have struggled with my load of classes at times, especially during high s... Read more

Algebra 2, Precalculus, Trigonometry, English

I am offering lessons in all levels of math from Middle School to High School level and SAT Math preparation. I have taught and mentored students at high school math and physics clubs in addition to individual tutoring at all levels from middle school to high school. I have a Master's in Statistics with a cognate in Computer Science from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. Before that I received M.Stat degree in Operations Research and Statistical Quality Control from the prestigious I... Read more

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Prealgebra, Precalculus, Trigonometry, SAT Math