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I really enjoy working with people and helping them excel in their academic studies. Oftentimes, it can be frustrating learning new subjects and I want to be able to help people succeed and do well so that they accomplish their goals. I speak several languages and I feel that that is a valuable asset. I feel that I would be a great fit for Grade Potential because of the aforementioned qualities along with my great interpersonal skills, determination, and passion.Tutored several UCSB students in Global Studies, Psychology, Sociology, and various Science subjects.Also have had experience tutoring elementary school students for two years while I was in high school.

I have been an educator for most of my life. I have taught preschool, kindergarten and third grade for Ventura Elementary Schools. I have also worked as a Reading Intervention Teacher and High School Home Study Teacher. For two years I worked with special education students, preschool through adults. I currently teach E.S.L. classes at Oxnard Adult School, where I have taught for eight years. I also help to supervise the adult learning center where I help students achieve their high school diplomas and G.E.D. equivalency. Some of my past experiences include managing a children's camp in Ojai, CA, supervising a language laboratory for court reporting students and managing a domestic violence shelter for women and children.I have worked as a professional tutor for the past six years. I worked for Professional Tutors of America and had my own tutoring business. I have taught all ages, including adults. My last client was a woman and her two children who had recently moved here from South Korea. I have the tools and experience to assist my students and help them achieve their academic goals.

My goal is to inspire students to embrace education by showing them that learning can be fun, interesting and rewarding. I am organized, punctual and always prepared. I have a good sense of humor and a warm personality that puts people at ease.Last month, I completed a 6-month tutoring assignment at Glendale Community College. Throughout the semester, I worked with over 60 students on English Composition, Writing, Organization and Studying Techniques, Humanities and History.Privately, I have been tutoring elementary, junior and high school students in English, and History/Social Studies for over 8 years.

Mathematics has always come easy to me, and throughout my entire education I have only received one B in a math class. I just recently got an A in my second level college calculus class at UCSC (AMS 11B). Since I am still taking math classes at a university, I am very fresh on the material and study habits. I am passionate about teaching and helping fellow students do well in their classes.

I've been a high school teacher since 1996, both in public and private high schools. I tutored a bit (though not paid) while in high school and college, mostly just to help friends get through French classes.I teach AVID, and have gone through AVID tutor training. I have my AVID students go through the training and get certified each year, so I'm pretty well versed in tutoring in large or small groups.

I have worked in education for the past ten years. During High school I volunteered as a peer tutor through all four years. This was in an SDC (Special Day Class). I would take my assigned student to their class, and act as an aide, helping them participate and work in the classroom. After High school I also worked as an AIDE for the Simi Valley School District. I did this for about six years. I worked as a one on one aide in the classroom, as well as a classroom aide. I am now currently attending California State University Northridge to obtain a teaching credential in Mild to Moderate disabilities.I was involved in the peer tutoring program, throughout my four years in high school. I also worked as an AIDE for the Simi Valley School District.

I have been a teacher for three years now and have worked with all grade levels K-6. I know the curriculum for these grades and I know the developmental needs of elementary aged children.I tutored homeless children with a program called School on Wheels for a year before I went back to school to get my masters in education. I have been teaching full classrooms and/or small groups of children for the last three years in grades K-6.

I love learning and knowledge. I currently am employed as a communication specialist where ia work with a variety of students. I have been in the education field for many years and truly enjoy it. I understand student's and parents' struggles when learning is difficult and also understand the victory when learning is obtained.