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Lindsay

Degree: BA Economics, University of California, Los Angeles
MA Elementary Education, Loyola Marymount University
EdD in progress, University of Southern California

Tutor Experience: I specialize in reading instruction and I enjoy teaching elementary school. I also have extensive experience as a graduate instructor. I also train beginning teachers in Elementary Teaching Methods.

My favorite subjects: Reading, Phonics, Reading Comprehension and Social Studies

What I like about tutoring: I love seeing kids be successful!

Josh

Degree: BA, History, California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo
MA, History, California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo
Single Subject California Teaching Credential, Social Sciences
PhD in progress, History, University of California, Riverside

Tutor Experience: I taught high school world history, U.S. history, and AP U.S. government for seven years at a High School in San Luis Obispo. Additionally, I have ten years of experience coaching basketball at the junior varsity and varsity level. I feel that teaching, coaching, and tutoring are all opportunities to help young people reach their goals and learn who they are.

My favorite subjects: AP U.S. History, AP U.S. Government, Honors World History and Writing

What I like about tutoring: I love teaching because helping students achieve their academic goals is very fulfilling. Even the smallest student successes are very significant. In every area students begin to see progress, I see an opportunity to build their confidence and desire to improve.

Kristen

Degree: BAS, Astrophysics/Space Policy, Cornell University
MFA, Harvard University

Tutor Experience: I worked for NASA on the Mars Rover Project. I also conducted research at Cornell University and MIT on atmospheric science-related topics. In addition, I taught science enrichment courses in LA public schools.

My favorite subjects: AP Physics, Astronomy, Honors Geometry and Calculus AB and BC

What I like about tutoring: I like helping students see how something that seems very difficult can be broken down into easy to understand elements. Once you understand the elements, understanding the whole is much easier. This is a skill that can be applied to all academics and to life!

Michael

Degree: BS, Chemical Engineering, University of Florida
MS, Chemical Engineering, USC

Tutor Experience: Teaching has always been one my passions. For many years I was a private tutor for high school and college students. In addition, I was a teaching assistant for an undergraduate chemical engineering course. I also taught a workshop for engineering professors.

My favorite subjects: AP Chemistry, AP Calculus, Physics and Discrete Math

What I like about tutoring: I believe that teaching goes beyond assisting in subject areas; I believe that building confidence is equally important. I enjoy being able to connect with students on an interpersonal level and value the opportunity to be a positive influence on their academic career.

Lauren-Joy

Degree: BA, Sociology, Minor in English and Theater, George Washington University

Tutor Experience: I have been working with children in academics and the arts for many years. My experience in the theater has helped me develop creative ways to help children learn.

My favorite subjects: Pre-Algebra, Algebra, American Literature and English

What I like about tutoring: I am very passionate about education as I, myself, love to learn. I love teaching because it gives me the opportunity to show children that learning can be fun and that it does not have to be intimidating.

Mike

Degree: BS, Kinesiology; Penn State University
MEd, Education, Suffolk University

Tutor Experience: I was the Science Department Chair for seven years at a High School in the Boston Public School System. At this school, I was twice named "Teacher of the Year." I was also an Adjunct Professor for four years at Suffolk University, where I taught Educational Psychology and Public Speaking.

My favorite subjects: A.P. Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Public Speaking

What I like about tutoring: A teacher's job is to inspire. Serving as a motivational and instructional force for students to truly comprehend content and to become independent learners is my favorite part of teaching. As an instructor of Educational Psychology, I enjoy constructing and implementing pedagogy in a way that best fits a student’s needs. I enjoy tutoring so much because that one-on-one interaction allows me to immediately see the progress a student is making and to quickly identify and clarify misconceptions he/she is having.

Patrick

Degree: BA, Theatre and English, minor in Secondary Education, Loyola University, Chicago
Teaching Credential, English and Theatre, CA and IL

Tutor Experience: I worked as a high school and junior high English teacher in Chicago before I became a tutor with FRANKLIN.

My favorite subjects: AP U.S. History, Government, Geometry and World Literature

What I like about tutoring: I like collaborating with students. I enjoy asking them questions and finding new ways to look at the material or question at hand; additionally, I always have fun learning from them.

Jennifer

Degree: BS, Environmental Sciences, UCLA
MS, Atmospheric, Oceanic Sciences, UCLA

Tutor Experience: In addition to working as a tutor, I have taught swimming lessons, worked as a camp counselor for inner-city children, led after school enrichment and taught at UCLA.

My favorite subjects: Honors Biology, Earth Science, AP Environmental Science and Astronomy

What I like about tutoring: I love helping people understand and learn.

Corey

Degree: BA English, BA History, University of Southern California
MA History, University of Southern California

Tutor Experience: In addition to working as a tutor for many years, I have extensive SAT test prep experience. I developed strong writing, critical reading and thinking skills while working as a teaching assistant at USC, which I effectively pass on to students. I am especially skilled at helping students succeed in AP classes.

My favorite subjects: German, Latin, World History and English

What I like about tutoring: I love that moment when a student "gets it." It's a great feeling when the light bulb goes on, and a student realizes that he or she can understand concepts or accomplish goals he or she used to think were out of reach.

Ashley

Degree: BA, English, Columbia University
MFA, Film, Columbia University, School of the Arts

Tutor Experience: At Columbia, I received a Teaching Assistant Fellowship and taught a class of 25 undergraduate students in the Introduction to Film Studies. I have also tutored extensively in New York City, working with students of all ages.

My favorite subjects: Writing, AP English, British Literature, AP French

What I like about tutoring: The most satisfying moments, for me, are those in which a student realizes that the answer is right there — be it the solution to a math problem, the thesis of an essay, or simply a new way to get work done quickly and effectively. Confidence breeds motivation!

Frank

Degree: BA, Spanish, University of Akron

Tutor Experience: I worked as a K-8 Spanish teacher in Ohio for several years before moving to California. I have also tutored math and given guitar lessons. I also work as a freelance graphic and web designer.

My favorite subjects: Spanish, AP Spanish, Algebra II, and Honors Pre-Calculus

What I like about tutoring: One thing that I really like about tutoring is watching a student grow and progress. My greatest joy is when I can help students get excited about learning.

Gabriel

Degree: BA Ethnomusicology, University of California, Los Angeles

Tutor Experience: I have tutored many children through the No Child Left Behind program. I have worked with students of all ages.

My favorite subjects: Honors Algebra I and II, Geometry and Music Theory

What I like about tutoring: I really enjoy working with children and feel that working as an academic manager has allowed me to make a very positive impact on my students' lives. I can really relate to students well. It is very meaningful to know that I can use my experiences to pass on pearls of wisdom to the students with whom I work.

Elizabeth

Degree/University: BA, Latin with Honors; BA, Biology, Brown University

Tutor Experience: After graduating, I taught Latin I-AP at a college prep high school in Raleigh, North Carolina. Now that I am in Los Angeles, I am tutoring students of all ages.

My favorite subjects: AP Latin, Ancient History, European History and Biology

What I like about tutoring: I love helping students become empowered! Watching young people's confidence grow as they develop the tools needed to achieve success in school is incredible.

Asa

Degree: BS, Neuroscience, UCLA
PhD candidate, Neuroscience, UC Irvine

Tutor Experience: I have many years of tutoring experience. Currently I am conducting neuroscience research at UCLA.

My favorite subjects: Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus and Anatomy

What I like about tutoring: I love seeing improvement in my students' schoolwork and life skills and knowing that I have had a part in their development.

Nik

Degree: BA, English, BA, Film and Video, University of Michigan

Tutor Experience: For many years I helped college students with their writing skills at a university writing center. I also acted as the president of M-agination Films, a group responsible for mentoring and training young filmmakers. I have a great deal of experience tutoring a wide range of ages and subjects.

My favorite subjects: American History, Writing, Honors English and Algebra

What I like about tutoring: I believe that the work we do has a positive effect has on both students and their families. I appreciate the opportunity to provide structure in a young person's life, and it is deeply rewarding to see the improvement this has on both academic performance and family dynamics.

Wendy

Degree: BS, Marine Biology, UCLA

Tutor Experience: I have worked as a tutor for many years. I have been involved in educational outreach programs for a local aquarium. I also have done research in marine biology and molecular biology. I have wide-ranging interests from crafting, to sports, to science, but I've always known that education is my calling.

My favorite subjects: Chemistry, Marine Biology, AP Biology and Economics

What I like about tutoring: I find joy when my students have the moment of "enlightenment". It is rewarding to see my students' hard work and effort result in success.

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