Top online tutors near Blackhawk, CA

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$40

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60 mins each

Trisha Guha
Fremont, CA

Passionate Chess Tutor

Strong Chess Background: As the President of the Cal Poly Chess Club and a dedicated chess player, I have immersed myself in the game's intricacies and strategies. Through the past 2 years of study, practice, and competition, I have gained a deep understanding of various chess concepts and principles. ELO: With a peak ELO rating of 1700 on chess.com, I have demonstrated my proficiency in play. This rating showcases my ability to strategize, calculate moves, and make sound decisions during critical moments in a game. Diverse Platform Expertise: I have transitioned from chess.com to the lichess platform, where I plan to focus my teaching efforts. This versatility enables me to leverage the unique features and resources available on lichess to provide you with an exceptional learning experience. Chess.com Partnership: As a College Ambassador for Chess.com, I am closely affiliated with a leading platform that promotes chess accessibility and growth. This partnership gives me insights into the latest trends, strategies, and teaching methods, which I can pass on to you. Peer Learning and Teaching: Being an active member of the chess community, I have experienced both learning from my peers and teaching them. This exposure has equipped me with effective teaching techniques, allowing me to explain complex concepts in a relatable manner and tailor my approach to your individual needs. Customized Approach: I understand that every student has unique strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles. I will assess your current skill level, identify areas for improvement, and tailor our lessons to suit your specific requirements.

$40

1 lesson

60 mins each

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$25

1 lesson

60 mins each

David Newman
Berkeley, CA

UC Berkeley graduate tutor (test prep, writing, history, and more)

I graduated with honors from UC Berkeley with a BA in history. For the major, I took classes from some of the best professors in the country and received straight A's. Furthermore, the major required me to complete a 50-page thesis totally original to the historical literature. Thus I have countless hours of experience completing archival research and I fully understand how to compose a fully cited research essay. I can help students craft a strong thesis statement and create a compelling essay that fully proves their argument at a collegiate level. Moreover, not only do I understand the bones of a good history essay but I am skilled at teaching students what I know. By tutoring a wide variety of subjects, grades, and skill levels for TutorMe these last couple of years I’ve gained an extremely versatile skill set that will enable me to meet the challenges of whomever I’m lucky enough to assist. This versatility was crucial for succeeding at TutorMe not only due to the diversity of clients but also due to the structure of the site. Regularly scheduled lessons with students whom I developed delightful relationships with have been an essential part of my job. However, of the over 200 students I’ve tutored, the majority were random students whom I was assigned to assist with homework over the course of an hour-long session. As a result, I’ve been able to thrive as an educator because I have grown skilled at calmly assessing the angles to new problems and then compassionately breaking them down to students whom I had no previous rapport with. Furthermore, because TutorMe is an online tutoring platform, I developed a mastery of establishing clarity and an authoritative presence virtually. Thus, I can convey subtle ideas through interactive whiteboards and textual communication while maintaining an endearing patience.

$25

1 lesson

60 mins each

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$60

1 lesson

60 mins each

Tilla Galena
Alameda, CA

Psychology Professional| Educator | Academic Consultant

Hello, I am a passionate and experienced psychology tutor ready to help you excel in your studies. With a strong background in psychology and a commitment to helping students succeed, I am here to provide personalized support to ensure you reach your academic goals. Having studied and gained expertise in various areas of psychology, I am well-equipped to explain complex concepts, clarify doubts, and guide you through challenging topics. Whether you're struggling with understanding cognitive processes, social behaviors, or psychological disorders, I am here to break down the material in a way that makes sense to you. My approach to tutoring is student-centered, meaning I tailor my teaching methods to meet your individual learning style and pace. I believe in fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment where you feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and ultimately gaining a deep understanding of psychological principles. In addition to academic content, I can also help you develop effective study strategies, time management skills, and exam preparation techniques. Together, we can work on improving your critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and writing skills to enhance your overall performance in psychology coursework. Whether you're a psychology major seeking to deepen your knowledge or a student taking psychology courses as part of your curriculum, I am dedicated to helping you succeed. Let's work together to unlock your full potential and achieve success in your psychology studies. Contact me today to schedule a tutoring session and embark on your journey towards academic excellence.

$60

1 lesson

60 mins each

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$39

1 lesson

60 mins each

Grace Lee
Berkeley, CA

Recent UC Berkeley Graduate, English Tutor

I have fostered my lifelong passion for and knowledge of the English language and Anglophone literature at the University of California, Berkeley. After writing numerous essays and analyzing various literary works, I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a 3.98 GPA. Aside from my major-related coursework, I edited poetry as an associate editor for the Berkeley Poetry Review and the student-run journal, To An Unknown God. I have further applied my expertise in the subject of English by tutoring different age groups of diverse backgrounds. With the company Ringle Inc., I taught English to non-native speakers—from elementary-school students to those in college and even working professionals—according to their individual skill levels and learning styles. At the YMCA in Downtown Berkeley, I helped high schoolers write, revise, and edit their personal statements (known as "personal insight questions") for admissions to campuses in the University of California university system. By studying the written word, people learn how to express themselves more accurately, comprehensibly, and richly. This skill can build their confidence and sense of power, as they come to understand better themselves and others in the medium of language. I want to help students experience such meaning and significance in the works they read and the writing they produce, as I have, in my own work involving the English language.

$39

1 lesson

60 mins each