Again, please note, we are
happy to provide this list to you for your convenience. It should be noted, however, that
TUTORING GUIDE
TUTORING
SERVICES
Borland Educational
Expert
private instruction in all levels of elementary and secondary school
mathematics, standardized test preparation (all sections of PSAT,
Buddy System Scholastic Tutors (650)
648-3330 or (650) 344-4450 Kim
They tutor in all subjects
including, Algebra, Chemistry, SAT prep & study skills, including Special
Education. The have credentialed teachers.
In-home tutoring is available. The have been in the Bay Area for 14
years. The have variable rates. www.buddysystem.com (11/07)
Club Z! In-Home
Tutoring Services (415) 459-3949 Dr. Gable
Club Z! They offer private
in-home tutoring in all subjects, including study skills. Experienced tutors are matched with students
to provide individualized instruction & support. They offer variable rates. (11/07)
Community Education
See the schedule in the Community Education
Office or the
Compass Education Group, LLC (800)
620-6250
Completely
personalized one-on-one, in-home test preparation from a highly trained &
experienced corps of instructors.
Compass’ principals have over 30 years of experience in one-on-one test
preparation & are respected testing experts. They specialize in the PSAT, ACT and SAT
Subject Tests and have been trained by the College Board on all aspects of the
New SAT including the essay. Their rates are $195/1.5hour, which includes all
materials, testing, & on-going parent consultations. There are no
minimums, contracts, or packages
Our students reach new heights in academic performance, confidence
and motivation. Take the step to end
learning frustration and anxiety. No
long term commitments, tutors come to you, simple payment process, qualified
tutors, online access to progress reports and updates. All subjects K-12 throughout the Bay
Area. Visit our tutoring center in Corte
Madera:
Programs available for SAT I, II, PSAT & ACT (09/07)
info@connexiontutoring.com
or www.connexiontutoring.com
Patricia Duncan – (415) 250-6106 www.InspiredTutoring.com
Patricia has 12 years experience tutoring, counseling and
motivating teens to achieve in the classroom and to navigate the turbulent
waters of adolescence. MA Counseling Psychology, a BA in Educational Psychology; Associate
Education Therapist. She has trained
teachers to manage ADD behaviors in the classroom. Specialties: organization, motivation, study
skills, set priorities, English, Writing, History, Science, test prep, ADD,
self esteem, peer relations, parent education.
More focus and confidence in the classroom builds self-esteem at school
with peers. Your home or library. $60/hr. (08/10)
A group of 7 local graduate students and substitute
teachers who are committed to tutoring students, mentoring young people and
serving families. Tutors are available in
subject including Math (through AP Calculus), Science (through AP Chemistry and
Physics), History, English,
Annissa Hambouz (415) 516-8998
Academic tutoring in the following subjects: English (all high school
levels); German; History (European,
IVY WEST www.ivywest.com 1-866-IVY-WEST (1-866-489-9378)
In-Home College Entrance Test Preparation since 1989 (
IVY WEST is the premier provider of one-on-one, in-home test preparation
for the SAT®, PSAT®, SAT Subject Tests™, ACT®,
and high school admissions tests. Our professional,
certified Ivy West tutors ensure that students gain the skills, special
tailored strategies, and the confidence to perform at their best on the tests. IVY WEST GUARANTEES 200
point increase on
Ivy West’s
exclusive PrepMap Assessment identifies the test preparation needs of individual
students and identifies strategies and instruction pacing
that are tailored to students' strengths, weaknesses and testing habits.
Tutors are matched to the personality and learning style of students to further
enhance the learning experience. Our Premium
Programs are now just $99 per hour for in-home one-on-one tutoring. Visit our
website to learn more. (05/09)
Vladimir Khait (415) 564-2557 vskhait@yahoo.com
Effective professional tutor for Standardized Tests, Math, and Science. I have helped many students of various skill level significantly increase their test scores on Math portions of SAT RT, ACT, and SAT Math Subject Levels 1 and 2. I use a personalized motivational approach that includes rigorous review of math concepts, test strategies, and test taking skills. I use real tests for practice work. Excellent references. $65/hr. (02/08)
Tamalpais Tutoring (415) 205-7011
Has SAT,
PSAT or ACT instruction for individuals or small classes. Also tutors in all levels of math & science
including AP. Extensive experience & references are available upon request.
$50/hr info@TamalpaisTutoring.com (09/07)
Educators in Private Practice (415) 464-0322
Refers
students to an appropriate tutor, educational therapist or educational
evaluator. All subjects & all grade levels are
served. No fee for the referral. Tutors charge various fees. List of tutors available in the Redwood High
School College/Career Center or on the website: www.marineducators.org (09/09)
Gruber
Test Prep, LLC
(415) 648-PREP
(7737)
The ULTIMATE IN TEST PREP
& TUTORING 1-on-1 IN-HOME with customized course material by Dr. Gary
Gruber Ph.D. Math, English, Science, Spanish and more!!! Test Prep programs:
SSAT PSAT SAT ACT SAT II. email: GruberTestPrep@comcast.net (11/07)
They offer rigorous academic
support in every subject, including
The
They provide assistance to
students needing special help in any subject matter, except foreign language,
Chemistry & High School Math. The
Comprehensive Evaluation
$2,500 (11/07)
Marin Tutors (415) 378-3324
This is a tutoring service
that supports the needs of all students of all learning styles. All high school level tutors in this service
have had extensive experience working with gifted students and students with
ADD. The service provides all levels of
math, science and foreign language, as well as study skills, reading
comprehension strategies and writing support. This includes Algebra, P1, P2, P3 P4,
Geometry, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, English and Spanish. Call for rates. www.marintutors.com (11/07)
Sage Educators:
Customized (415)
388-7243 info@sageeducators.com
Tutoring and Test Prep
At Sage, tutors acts as
mentors and offer students a personalized educational experience to help them
reach their academic goals, They tutor
students in all subjects, teach study skills and organizational habits, assist
with the college application process, and offer test prep for the SSAT,
The Study, Inc.
(415) 435-4575
Michael Sherman or Marilyn Nemzer
The Study offers private tutoring
in all school subjects. 30 yrs. of
experience. Group rates are
available. SAT Tutoring is available at
any time. Call for a brochure. (11/07)
The
Traveling Tutor (707) 338-3107
tennisrqt@gmail.com
Nancy Martin, the Traveling Tutor, will bring her five
years experience as a tutor right into your home. She tutors in English Composition (all
levels), Physical Science, Pre Calculus, Geometry, Algebra ½, Spanish 1-3,
French 1 &2,
Tutoring for
Success (415) 454-9607 sylviaverange@yahoo.com www.TutoringforSuccess.biz
Helping students achieve their academic goals in Marin
for 23 years. Tutoring in algebra,
geometry and trig, Spanish (all levels), writing, sciences and
TLC (Tutoring & Learning Center, Fairfax) (415) 453-1852 Bonnie & Michael Zaleski
TLC offers private or small
group tutorials in all subjects. Weekly
group tutoring is offered in Algebra, Geometry, Chemistry, and Spanish &
French. They offer test preparation for
SAT 1, SAT 2, PSAT, ACT & GED.
Monthly workshops are offered for study skills, organization & SAT
prep. Help for students requiring
specialized learning. Small
groups of no more than 10 for SAT.
Five weeks, 22
hours is $580. Individual
tutoring available for $50/hour, group tutoring available $25-$30.00 per hour.
(11/07)
Tutors of Marin (415)381-4471 tutorsofmarin@comcast.net
Academic subjects
include: English/Language Arts-
VAST-
Valley After
School Tutoring- Provides one-on-one tutoring for elementary & high school students. Expert tutoring is available from
experienced, highly qualified staff.
Tutoring will be provided at
Private
Tutors for Computer Instruction
Kayvan Momeni (415)309-6735
Graduated with a
degree in Computer Science and Mathematics from UC Berkeley and is now a
graduate student there. Kayvan has been tutoring since high school. $60/100 hr
Veronica
Valero (415)
897-2302
Instruction
on both Mac & PC for: MS Word, Works, Excel, Access, PowerPoint & many
others. Students learn how to use their
computers more effectively & efficiently.
Students develop marketable computer skills for internships &
jobs. Over 15 yrs. Of computer
experience, 8 years desktop publishing experience & 10 years
administrative/office management experience.
$40-55/hr. (11/07)
Private
Tutors for English & Social Studies
Full-time
Marla
Beck M.F.A. (415)
256-8130
Tutors in creative writing. Employed as a teacher at Oracle Independent Study High School
(MCOE). She has 3 years
experience tutoring in
Tutors in English, US History and Am
Shaun
Bond
(415) 686-9057
Tutors in English, specializing in writing- creative, expository and
personal statements for college applications. SAT essay prep. He has his BA in Literature and Master of
Fine Arts in Writing, Literature & Publishing from
Lisa Cohen (415)
945-8930
She tutors in English & study skills.
Help with building confidence & self esteem while learning better
organizational & time management techniques. She helps with reading
comprehension, spelling, vocabulary & grammar. Essays, creative writing &
college entrance essays. She is a graduate of Redwood High & has a BA in
English from UC Berkeley. She has a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from
Tarra
specializes in English, History, study skills, organizational skills, college
admissions essays, and helping students identify their passions and achieve
their goals. Her style is creative, caring, and supportive and inspiring. Tarra
also has seven years experience as a career coach and helps students (of all
levels) connect to their passions and motivation. She has a track record for
helping students reach academic success and gain acceptance into top colleges.
Tarra has a masters degree in psychology,
completed Coach Training at The Coaches Training Institute, and brings a
passion for community service. She has been a private tutor for over 10 years.
She has outstanding recommendations from students, parents, teachers, and Heads
of School. She is available on Sundays and meets with student's
in their home, school, or library. (10/09)
Alan
Cumings, Ph.D. (415)
457-9257
Since 2000,
has taught research and college writing in the English Department of
Jennifer
Decker (415) 595-3873
Specializes
in tutoring all levels of math, from basic skills through Calculus (including
Pre-algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-calculus). Also teaches Science (Biology, Physics,
Environmental Sciences), SSAT, PSAT, ACT, SAT I-II, English, Writing, and
Social Studies. Focuses
on improving organizational skills, study techniques and test taking
strategies. Experience working
with students who have different learning styles and disabilities. UC Berkeley honors graduate. Over 11 years of tutoring experience. tutor4you@comcast.net (11/07)
Chris
Dingman (510)644-9790/
(510)301-8190-cell
He
specializes in all levels of high school math through AP Calculus, all high
school sciences, including Biology, Chemistry and Physics, writing/composition
and
He
is an Editorial Director with more than 15 years experience in communications,
public relations and marketing. He will
assist students with essays, research papers, writing and English. $35/40 hr
Beverly
Tait Dresden (415)
925-0875
She
tutors in English, Math through Geometry & Advanced Algebra; Spanish 1-2,
SAT I-II; Learning Strategies/Study Skills.
She has a Masters Degree in Learning Disabilities. Over 25 years tutoring experience. $80/hr. (11/07)
Laurie
Farthing (415)
460-5408
English
language, composition, grammar, SAT prep, writing, college application
essay. She is completing a credential
program in English at
Dr.
Stan Finkelstein Stanpen@earthlink.net
Is
Your Child Being Challenged By Writing a Composition?
One
of the most important skills a student needs to master is writing. It is a keystone to their day-to-day
work. When they apply for scholarships
and admission to universities, it is crucial to be able to tell their story in
a concise and captivating way. As a former columnist and writer for Harcourt Brace
Jovanovich publications, Dr. Stan will teach your child how to win at this
game. He will work face-to-face and
online. Money back
guarantee. $45/hr (09/09)
Janene Frahm (415)
382-1220 jfrahm@mindspring.com
Bachelor’s
degree in Business Education and Master’s in Communication from
Kathleen
Fred
She
tutors in English,
Social Studies, Biology
and French 1 She specializes in creative writing, grammar & reading comprehension. Support for ADD. Thirteen years experience. Excellent references are available upon
request. She has negotiable rates and
reports that “she has had excellent results with ALL of her students”. (09/06)
Kaitlyn Gallagher (415)
485-4363
English,
Essay & Creative Writing, Literature & Poetry, Reading Comprehension,
Reading Skills Acceleration & Vocabulary Development. She has a Masters in Writing &
Poetry. $65/hr. with a
minimum of 2 hrs. a week. (11/07)
Tina
Gallier (415)
257-5705
Is
a writing tutor for Creative Writing, Literature, Social Studies and term papers. She is
currently tutoring for
Billie
Goodman (415)
497-5866
Is
a Writing and English tutor. She will
help with writing, editing and English homework.
Toby
Tutors in expository writing
and tutors in all areas of English Literature.
Toby has a PhD in English Literature from
Specializes
in teaching writing. She is a
formal high school teacher with 10 years experience. She has taught all levels
of English and has focused on teaching Advanced Placement English for 4 years.
She has also taught courses on the SAT through Ames Seminars in
Judith
Hanks nelsonhank@aol.com
Tutors freshmen and sophomores in English or history. She holds a degree from Stanford and a law
degree from Hasting College of Law. She
currently a substitute teacher in the
Theresa
“Tree” Hawken (415)
457-6866
She
tutors in all subjects except foreign language and high school math. Received her B.A. from Dominican, K-5 teacher
in
Michele
Hufford
(415)
454-3758
She
tutors in French, Spanish, English (composition and grammar) & study
skills. She is a tutor for Sportsmart. $30/hr. She charges $50 for twice a week. (08/07)
Marina
Illich (631)766-8489
Robin
Jacobsen (415)
459-4492
She
tutors in English, Language Arts, General Studies & Math. SAT, SSAT & other test prep. She is a teacher at Kaplans’. Tutors on SAT courses in Math &
English. Helping students thrive since
1989. Call for rates.
Judith
Alexandra Jaslow
(415) 457-1755
She
teaches in English, French or Spanish.
She has tutored French for the past 12 yrs. and has an MA in French from
Middlebury. $65/hr. Email jjaslow@sbcglobal.net
(8/07)
Maggie
Jessup (415)755-8447
Tutors
in
Marilyn
Kandel (415) 435-4118
She
teaches English grammar & also tutors in math through Geometry. She is a credentialed teacher who has tutored
20 years in
Ricky
Kellar MA. (415) 482-8074
He
is a credentialed math teacher & will tutor, English, French, Spanish, math
(up to Calculus), Science, History, study skills,
Pamela
Kirk (415)
331-3934
She
tutors in English Literature & language including; vocabulary
comprehension, grammar & composition.
She has 25 years teaching experience & also tutors for verbal
SAT. $30/hr.
Teagen Leonhart, (415)
847-7774
Experienced teacher tutors at all levels of English language and
Literature: composition, vocabulary building and comprehension, grammar, and
effective reading & writing strategies. BA Liberal Arts
from
Brad
Leva (415)
388-2644
He
tutors in Writing & Literature. Also
tutors in Math, Science & Spanish. SAT prep. $65/hr.
(11/07)
Sperry
Martling (415)
461-1213 sperrymartling@yahoo.com
Is
a
Wendell
McCarroll (415)
898-8558
He
tutors in English Composition, Writing, & Literature, Social Science,
Humanities, & History. He has a BA,
MA and MBA & is a California Certified Classroom Substitute Teacher in the
Shannon
Mulligan (415)
378-3324
She
tutors in History, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Algebra, &
Biology.
Nate
Nealley (415)
699-2317
He
has tutored in Marin since 1990 and has a degree in Biology and has taught summer
school math. Nate tutors in Biology,
Chemistry, Ecology, General Science and Mathematics up through
Pre-Calculus. He will travel to homes or
meet at the local library. $75/hr, less for students in pairs. Email: nnealley2004@yahoo.com (09/07)
Carol
Oldham (415)
456-4639
She
tutors in writing & test taking skills with emphasis on college essay. She has many years experience as an English
teacher & counselor at Redwood. She
has knowledge of private school process & essay writing. Can tutor any writing
assignments including English, History and Dramatic Arts. Call for
rates. To contact via email to go to www.cjoldham433@cs.com (11/07)
Barbara
Owens (415)
381-0332 (before
Former RHS English teacher who specializes in Advancement Placement
Language and Composition, college admissions, personal statements and
expository writing. (09/08) Barbara.owens1@gmail.com
U.S. History teacher for 13 years, currently at
Alison
Park (415) 460-5133
She
is available to tutor students in grammar & writing as well as test prep
(PSAT, SAT & SAT II in Writing & Literature. She is presently an English teacher at
e-mail @ Alison@enaconsulting.com.
Penny
Post (415)332-7154
She
tutors in English including writing, vocabulary, grammar
and essay design. Penny has a background
in psychology and has worked in admissions at Harvard. She has taught in the health science areas at
UC Berkeley, Harvard, Yale and UCSF.. $55/hr (09/09)
Sue
Potter (415)
892-5569
She
is a credentialed teacher who tutors
William Reeves, Ed.
D. (415)
461-3139 E-mail: wjreeves@comcast.net
He tutors in Study
Skills & new SAT/ SAT 2(Verbal/Essay Sections); College Essay writing. He
has 20 years experience tutoring/teaching high school students/experienced SAT
Coach. $50.00 per session at school
library/student’s home. (11/07)
Anne
Stein (415) 460-0175
Writing, History, Social Studies, French I & II, study skills &
essay writing. 25 yrs. Teaching
experience, 14 in Tam District. She is
an educational consultant. She received
an MA in English from CSU Northridge.
$60/hr. (11/07)
David Tune (415)725-1686 ddtune@gmail.com
Recent Harvard graduate, Earth and Planetary Sciences Major and History minor. Tutors in English, Sciences, Spanish, Social Studies and math at all levels. Flexible hours. $30/hr.
Marla
VanHoose (415)
256-8130
She
tutors in English, composition, literature.
Tutors in writing & research – college application essays &
personal statements; library skills; creative writing. Also, tutors in US History, World Government
& Economics. She is employed as a
teacher at Oracle Independent Study (MCOE) and has 3 years experience tutoring
in
Sylvia
Verange
(415)
454-9607 sylviaverange@yahoo.com www.TutoringforSuccess.biz
She
tutors English, Spanish (all levels), Math (all levels), Biology
& History. She works with basic study
skills & issues relating to self-confidence & building
self-esteem.
Steven
Ward (415)519-5482
smw59@georgetown.edu
A
third year PhD candidate in International Relations at Georgetown University
can offer assistance to high school students who need help with writing,
statistics, algebra, history and government.
Beginning June 2009
$75/hr
Peter
Winchell (415)
458-3508
Tutors in English (all
aspects), Humanities (all Social Sciences), study skills & is a writing
coach. He is a UC Berkeley grad with a
teaching credential. $50/hr.
Private
Tutors for Foreign Language
Marjan Abadian (415) 464-9112
She
tutors in French Mathematics, Mechanics, Chemistry and Computer Science. She has a BS from UC Berkeley in Electrical
Engineering & Computer Science. MS from Santa Cruz Flexible rates. (11/07)
Pilar Arnao
(415) 378-8380 e-mail:
outoftheblue128@yahoo.com
Lear Spanish with a native
speaker who tutors all levels, vocabulary development, grammar,
conversation and writing in Spanish. Pilar has
experience with Elementary, Middle and High School students. Will meet with students in
the library or their home.
Available
after 3:30 PM every day. $60/hr
Marilyn
Au (415)
383-1787
She
tutors in French, all levels. She has
taught French, English & ESL in a Marin secondary school. She charges $40/hr. at her home, $45/hr. at
student’s home. (10/07)
Tiffini Banks (415)
342-8433
During
the school day Tiffini is a Spanish
teacher. She has taught middle school
and high school level Spanish for 8 years.
She received a BA in Spanish from UC Davis and her teaching credential
from
$45/hr Central or So. Marin, e-mail:
tiffinibanks@aol.com (09/06)
Ana
Baradello (415)
789-8687/ (415) 816-4301
Ana is a native
speaker. She tutors in all levels of Spanish from Spanish I to AP Spanish &
Preparation for SAT II. Also tutors in conversational, grammar, business,
technology & travel. She has 20
years experience & a Masters Degree in comparative literature, able to
speak 5 other languages, lived & traveled extensively in Europe & the
Chantal
Charbonneau
(415) 342-7112
Has worked as a tutor in all levels of French for several years. $60/hr (11/07) Email:
chantalch@earthlink.net
Rosario Chacon (415)
250-3878
Learn Spanish with an excellent native
speaker. All levels: vocabulary
development, grammar, conversation & writing.
Alani Coleman (415)
250-3970
Tutors all Spanish levels – Spanish 1 to AP (has taught AP for three
years). She
has taught middle school and high school for eight years as well as tutored
Spanish for 10 year. Alani
lived in
Beverly
Tait Dresden (415)
925-0875
Spanish
1-2. She tutors in Math through Geometry
& Advanced Algebra; English, SAT I-II; Learning Strategies/Study Skills
& has a Masters Degree in Learning Disabilities. Over 25 years tutoring experience. $80/hr. (09/07)
Cindy Evans - (415)328-4680
Spanish Tutors- Grammar and
Conversation- Elementary, Middle & High School levels. Cindy received a BA in Spanish from
Naadja Floyd (415)
924-1548
Spanish tutor- All levels
thru Advanced Placement. Has taught
various levels of Spanish over the past 11 years and has tutored as well. She combines educational and therapeutic
approaches for remediation, case management and communication on behalf of
children and adolescents who learn differently.
She also works with
Tina
Gallier (415)
257-5705
Tutors in beginning Spanish. She is currently
tutoring for
Barbara
Garcia-Romero, Ph.D. (415)
435-0715
She
tutors in Spanish, all levels & has taught Spanish on the college level for
15 years. She has tutored high school
students for 14 years & will go to student’s home. $65/hr. (09/06)
Viviane
Gulick (415)
924-6487 (home) (415) 847-8216 (cell)
French & Spanish tutoring. All levels. Over 25
years of teaching and tutoring experience.
Taught in the TUHSD,
Cynthia
Hager
Tutors in all levels of Spanish.
Cynthia is currently a Spanish and English teacher at San Rafael H/S,
has a BA in Spanish Language and literature from UC Davis. $65/hr (08/07) Email: cynhager@gmail.com
Beth
Halloway (706)662-2549
Tutors in all levels of Spanish. Beth
is currently a graduate student and graduated from U of West Georgia with a BA
in Spanish. She would like to tutor
students in beginning, intermediate and advanced Spanish. $65/hr
(09/08)
Clay
tutors in Spanish, all levels grammar and conversation. He has participated in University level
Spanish and Spanish immersion programs (
Michele
Hufford
(415)
454-3758
She
tutors in French, Spanish, English (composition and grammar) & study
skills. She is a tutor for Sportsmart. $30/hr. She charges $50 for twice a week. (08/07)
Mira
Kramer (415)302-3897
Tutors in French, German. Mira has
worked with high school aged students teaching French and English in
Judith
Alexandra Jaslow
(415) 457-1755
She
tutors French, Spanish, or English & has tutored French for the past 12
yrs. She has an MA in French from
Middlebury. $60/hr. jjaslow@sbcglobal.net (08/07)
Ricky
Kellar (415) 482-8074
Tutors
in French, Spanish, Math (up to Calculus), English, Science, History, study
skills,
Nathalie
Leiseing (646)
281-7185 nleiseing@gmail.com
Young
French-American professional with dual-citizenship and international education
background (UCLA Graduate) combined with several years of teaching
experience. French classes: Tailored to meet the needs of individual
students of all ages and levels. Spanish
classes for high school levels 1 & 2.
References available upon request. $75-80/hr. (01/10)
Monique
LeSage (415)
382-0711
She
tutors in all levels of French, conversation & grammar & has experience
at
Brad
Leva (415)
388-2644
He
tutors Spanish, Math, Science, Writing, Literature and SAT prep. $65/hr. (10/07)
Eduardo
Mazzini (415)
472-2749 e.mazzini@yahoo.net
Is
a native Spanish speaker and can tutor students in all levels of Spanish or
Math in Spanish. He hold
a degree from UC Berkeley and has 30 years experience as a credentialed
teacher. He is currently a part-time
teacher and will tutor at Redwood, where he assists one of the Math teachers,
before or after school or he will go to your home. $50/hr.
(10/07)
Karmen Meyer (415)
272-6422 www.karmenmeyer.com
She
tutors Spanish-all levels, Pre Algebra and Algebra 1. Karmen has been tutoring since 1990. She graduated from UC Berkeley in Spanish
Literature. $40/hr. Two to three students can share the time. (09/09)
Lynann Miller (415)
847-7711
Lynann tutors Spanish- all levels. She
received her BA in Spanish from
Lisa
Mosher (415)
927-3743
Lisa
tutors Spanish (native speaker), French, ESL, writing & study skills. She is a UCD graduate. She has a BA in International Relations &
Minor in French. $20/25
hr.
Eliana Ponce de Leon Reeves (415) 461-3139
She
tutors Spanish, all levels, reading, writing, conversation & French,
reading & conversation. She has 21
yrs. Exp. Teaching/tutoring & is a college graduate. She is a Spanish native with elementary,
middle & high school French education.
$40/hr. (11/07)
Penny
Post (415)
332-7154
She
tutors in all levels of French, Italian and Latin. Penny has a background in psychology and has
worked in admissions at Harvard. She has
taught in the health science areas at UC Berkeley, Harvard, Yale and UCSF.. $55/hr (09/09) penpost@post.harvard.edu
Vivienne
Scharberth (415)
455-9791
She
tutors German, all levels, written, conversation & grammar. She also tutors Latin, all levels; grammar;
translation. She is available afternoons
as of
She
tutors in Mandarin. Yazheng is from
$40/hr baoskie@gmail.com (12/07)
Glenn
Stanfield (415)
453-3616 ext. 212
He
tutors Spanish, all levels. He was a
teacher at
She
is from
Anne
Stein (415)
460-0175
She
tutors in beginning French I & II, writing, history, social studies, study
skills &essay writing. She has 25
years teaching experience and 14 in the Tam District. She is an educational consultant and received
an MA in English from CSU Northridge. $60 per hour.
(11/07)
Elisabeth
Torra (415)
924-8375
She
tutors Spanish & French, all levels.
She has degrees in both. She
attended University of la Sorbonne,
David Tune (415)725-1686 ddtune@gmail.com
Recent Harvard graduate, Earth and Planetary Sciences Major and History minor. Tutors in English, Sciences, Spanish, Social Studies and math at all levels. Flexible hours. $30/hr. (10/09)
Steven
Valverde (415)
897-0788
He
tutors Spanish (all levels). He comes
from a Hispanic background, speaking Spanish quite fluently. He also tutors in math through Pre-Calculus,
Integrated Science, Biology and Chemistry.SAT I & SAT II prep.. He will tutor in
student’s home, his home, school or library.
$55-70/hr. (08/07)
Sylvia
Verange (415)
454-9607 sylviaverange@yahoo.com www.TutoringforSuccess.biz
She
tutors Spanish (all levels), English, Math, Algebra I and II, Geometry (math, all
levels), Biology & History. She
works with basic study skills & issues relating to self-confidence &
building self-esteem.
Giulia
Welch (415)
302-8981
She
tutors in Spanish. Giulia has a BA in
Comparative Literature (Italian/English) from UCSB and an MPA in International
Management and Spanish from The Monterey Institute of International Studies. $70/hr. (10/07)
Margie
Wilson (415)
456-8622
She
tutors in French levels I, II & III. Majored in
French & taught for 15 years. She has tutored for 6 years. $75/hr. (11/07)
Brigitte
Lemoine (707)
721-6003 brigitte.kaulani@yahoo.com
She
tutors in French, all levels welcome.
Brigitte is a senior at
Private
Tutors for Math & Science
Marjan Abadian (415) 464-9112
She
tutors in Mathematics, Mechanics, Chemistry, Computer
Science & French. She has a BS from
UC Berkeley in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science. MS from Santa Cruz Flexible
rates. (11/07)
Advantage
Tutoring – Roy Fray (415)
924-6896 royfray@comcast.net
Full-time
Math and
Jane
Anthony (415)
924-5718
She
tutors math from basic math to calculus.
Also focuses on test taking skills, self-esteem & self-confidence to
aid the student in becoming an independent math thinker. She has tutored in Marin since 1990. References are available upon request. $80/hr (12/07)
Jan
Arrick (415)
789-5509 jsarrick@aol.com
She
tutors in Integrated Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, AP
Biology. She has a PhD in BioChem from Vanderbilt.
(09/08)
$65/hr
Gene
Baird (510)
237-2513
gbbaird@ yahoo.com
He
is a credentialed teacher with Redwood experience & will tutor all levels
of math & related sciences in Corte Madera on Saturdays at reasonable
rates. Please call or email me for details.
Jon
Beck (415)
485-0973
He
tutors basic mathematics, Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Algebra; Study skills. He is credentialed & has 14 years
tutoring experience. He is a former
Tutors in Algebra. Has a degree
from Duke and a JD from The University of Michigan Law School. She has many years of tutoring, editing and
writing experience. $65/hr lkblatt@gmail.com (03/09)
Karen
Bogetz (415)
860-1677
Specialties are: Algebra, Geometry, Integrated Science, Physiology and
other biological sciences study skills, reading and writing. She has a CA
credential single subject for Grades 6 through 12 and is a Slingerland
Certified teacher for reading. She is an
experienced math and science classroom teacher for over 10 yrs. She works well with ESL & special
needs students. She will come to your
home.
$85.00 per hour.
Chris
Borland (Borland Educational) (415) 332-4564 chrisrb@sonic.net
Expert private instruction in all levels of elementary
and secondary school mathematics (arithmetic to calculus). Top academic coach,
mentor, and tutor, and well known local authority in standardized test
preparation and general academic skills (organization, time management, test
taking, study skills, etc.). 30+ years in professional private
practice. Highly focused, goal-oriented approach.
Experienced in working with students with learning differences/disabilities,
confidence/motivational challenges, and course supplementation for
gifted/talented students. Consulting for parents on appropriate
educational technology and alternative educational opportunities for students
(independent study, fully accredited correspondence/online courses, etc.).
Training in the use of TI graphing calculators. Individualized short and long term courses of study. Special
summer and holiday "Catch up / Get Ahead" programs. Private sessions, small groups, and classes conducted at your home,
at school, or at Borland Educational offices in
Dian
Calkins
(415) 883-6893
Dian
has 10 years as an active tutor and is currently teaching math at
Jock
Christie (415)
457-7500 or (415) 205-7011 (cell)
Primarily
tutors in Math (Adv. Algebra, PreCalculus , AP Calculus and AP Stats and Science (Chemistry, Physics,
AP Chem & AP Physics).
Jock
has tutored in Marin for the past four years.
Email: jock@TamalpaisTutoring.com
(08/07)
Jennifer
Decker (415) 595-3873
Specializes
in tutoring all levels of Math, from basic skills through Calculus (including
Pre-algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-calculus). Also teaches Science (Biology, Physics,
Environmental Sciences), SSAT, PSAT, ACT, SAT I-II, English, Writing, and
Social Studies. Focuses
on improving organizational skills, study techniques and test taking
strategies. Experience working
with students who have different learning styles and disabilities. UC Berkeley honors graduate. Over 11 years of tutoring experience. tutor4you@comcast.net (11/07)
Bob
Deutsch (415)
370-9861
He
tutors in math, through Pre-Calculus.
Chris
Dingman (510)644-9790/
(510)301-8190-cell
He
specializes in all levels of high school math through AP Calculus, all high
school sciences, including Biology, Chemistry and Physics, writing/composition
and
Ted
Diependbrock (707)583-5212
Has
10 years of tutoring and teaching honors and A.P. level Chemistry and
Biology. He tutors in Chemistry,
Biology, Environmental Science, Algebra and Geometry. Ted also provides academic coaching. (10/07)
Beverly
Tait Dresden
(415) 925-0875
Math through geometry & Advanced Algebra; English; Spanish 1-2; SAT
I – II; Learning strategies/study skills. She
has a master’s Degree in Learning Disabilities.
Over 25 years tutoring experience.
$80/hr (11/07)
Steve
Endicott perfins@gmail.com
Credentialed Math Teacher tutors in Advanced Algebra, Trigonometry,
Pre-Calculus and Calculus including TI Graphing calculator applications and
preparation, instruction and practice sessions for AP Calculus Exams. Strategies and practice sessions for
Marc
Filly (415)
264-6789 mfilly@yahoo.com
Former
Redwood student and college graduate available to tutor in math and science.
(11/07)
Jeremy
Gribler (415)
821-1580
He
is a math tutor for all levels from basic algebra through calculus. He also tutors in computer technology
subjects & SAT. He has a BA in
mathematics, MA in Computer Science. Several years tutoring experience. Will tutor in student’s
home or at library. $60/hr, sliding scale.
Gruber,
Ian (415) 254-6757
Subjects: All math, including Algebra I
& II, Statistics, Geometry, Calculus, ENGLISH, SAT/ACT PREP. Fee: $60-$90 in home. Experience: Over
10+ yrs. Email: testingprep@yahoo.com
Shabnam Haney (510)316-8161 mailshab@yahoo.com
Tutor
is various math subjects. Has a BA in
Applied Mathematics from UC Berkeley and MS in Statistics from CSUEB. Please contact for more information.
Clark D. Hinderleider, M.D., PhD. (415) 244-6203 CLARKMDPH@aol.com
For
the past 30 years he has been involved in clinical research, both academic and
private, and has taught students at various levels from secondary school
postgraduate. He has and A.B. in History
from Stanford; M.D. Cardiothoracic surgery
He
will tutor in the life sciences, general, biology, physiology, chemistry and
physics. As well as
history and mathematics. Sliding
scale (09/09)
Tutors
in Pre- Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, Probability, Statistics
through Advanced Calculus with an emphasis on practical applications. He has a BA in Mathematics from UCSB. Worked as an accredited
actuary for 25 years. Will tutor in your home. $55/hr (11/07)
Tutors
in Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus. Has tutored Algebra & Geometry
in Middle & High School. BS in Engineering at
Bill Huth (415)
924-1017 email: almelhutch@msn.com
Subjects: Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-calculus,
Calculus and Statistics;
Robin
Jacobsen (415)
459-4492
She
tutors in math, English, language arts & general studies. SAT, SSAT & other test prep. Helping
students thrive since 1989. Call for rates.
Maggie
Jessup (415)755-8447
Tutors in math up to calculus and biology, chemistry and physics. Maggie is a credentialed teacher, received
her B/A from UCLA and JD from UC Berkeley.
References available upon request. $75/hr.
E-mail: maggieannjessup@yahoo.com
Jesse
Justadt (415)
290-3059
Tutors
Mathematics at all levels. Has an intuitive, enthusiastic approach to math
problems. He has 13 years of tutoring
experience and has been the
Aaron
Kahn (415)
259-7586 kahnaa@yahoo.com
A
UC Davis Computer Science Graduate. Tutors in Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Algebra, Physics, Math
Analysis and Calculus. Individual or Group tutoring, In-home, or at a location of your
choice. Contact for more
information. $55/hr (11/07)
Marilyn
Kandel (415) 435-4118
She
tutors in math through Geometry and English grammar. She is a credentialed teacher who has tutored
20 years in
Ricky
Kellar (415) 482-8074
Math
(up to calculus), English, French, Spanish, science, history, study skills,
Vladimir Khait (415) 564-2557 vskhait@yahoo.com
Effective professional tutor for Math, Science, and Standardized Tests. I use a personalized motivational approach to help students understand Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, AP Calculus, AP Statistics, and Physics. I am an experienced one on one tutor with Masters in Computer Science/Software Engineering. Excellent references. $65/hr. (02/08)
Yasmeen Khan (415)
389-1269
Tutoring
to provide help with homework, including beginning Algebra, Biology & Chemistry. She has a standard teaching credential. She has over 15 yrs. Teaching experience $60/hr –
1-2 students.
Don
Kreider (415)
453-2857
Math
tutor & confidence builder for all math levels through Calculus. Also, test preparation for
SAT, PSAT, ACT, etc. References available.
$65-$75/hr (11/07)
David
LeCount (707)
778-6784
Math Tutor in Geometry, Algebra II & Pre-Calculus. He has a BA in math from UC Berkeley & a
Masters in Science from CSU Hayward. Willing to go to people’s homes. Credentialed teacher with
25 years of experience. $85/hr. (11/07)
Beau Leonhart 485-6812 Beaututor@comcast.net
She has been a math
teacher at
Brad
Leva (415)388-2644
He
is a math & science tutor & also tutors in writing & literature in
addition to Spanish and SAT prep. $65/hr.
(10/07)
Chemistry, physics, and integrated science. PhD and former
classroom teacher. Janet is effective and enthusiastic. She
enjoys the material and teaching it, and she is passionate about helping
students achieve their goals Will tutor in your
home or in another location. Please visit her Web site for rates and
additional information. www.mindspringscience.com
Barbara
Lynn (415)
389-5966
She
is a math tutor who tutors in algebra, geometry & advanced algebra. She tutors in your home. Many years tutoring
experience. $70/hr.
Sperry
Martling (415)
461-1213 sperrymartling@yahoo.com
Is
a
Sharon
Maser
(415)383-1155 Sharon_Maser@sbcglobal.net
Credentialed teacher tutoring in Biology as well as World & U.S. History. Success guaranteed. $50.00 hr (11/07)
Eduardo
Mazzini (415)
472-2749 edumazz@sbcglobal.net
A
fully credentialed Math teacher with 30 years of experience will tutor students
in all levels of mathematics. He holds a
degree from UC Berkeley and can tutor in Spanish which is his native
language. He will charge of a sliding
scale. He will travel to your home or
tutor at Redwood before and after school.
(10/07)
Karmen Meyer (415)
272-6422 www.karmenmeyer.com
She
tutors Spanish-all levels,
Pre Algebra and Algebra 1. Karmen has
been tutoring since 1990. She graduated
from UC Berkeley in Spanish Literature.
$40/hr. Two to three students can
share the time. (09/09)
Kayvan Momeni (415)
460-9974
Math
& computer programming tutor. He has
a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics to Computer Science from UC
Berkeley. He has worked in tutoring
center at
Marc
Morin (415) 382-8177
He
tutors in Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre- Calculus & Statistics. He is a former Marin Academy & St. Mark’s
School mathematics teacher. He has 7
years of professional tutoring experience with a counseling background as well. Excellent references
available upon request. $65/hr.
Annie
Morris (415)
299-1636 anniejmorris@gmail.com
Current
physics teacher at San Domenico High and has been
tutoring for several years. She tutors
in physics, conceptual; algebra-based and calculus based physics as well as
algebra and advanced algebra.
Shannon
Mulligan (415)
378-3324
She
tutors in Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Pre-Algebra, History
& Biology.
Sam
Meyerson
(415)
883-8773 e-mail:
meyertopp@pon.net
He
tutors in all levels of math & science; such as, Algebra, Geometry,
Statistics, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Physical Science, Chemistry
& Physics. SAT
prep & study skills. Certificate in math & science. $80-125hr. (11/07)
Nate
Nealley (415)
699-2317 nnealley2004@yahoo.com
Has
been tutoring in Marin since 1990 and has more than ten years’ high school
classroom teaching experience. Will
tutor in Biology, Chemistry, Integrative Science, AP
Environmental, Algebra 1 and 2 and geometry.
$80/hr (10/09)
Ragina Patel Ph. D (415)
459-8050
She
tutors & home schools students in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, math,
Statistics & Calculus.
Anthony
Phillipson
(415)
472-0497 Available
during the summer
Algebra
I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Chemistry & Integrated Science,
David
L Porter (Leverage Tutoring) (415)
897-2302
Math,
science & test prep. He tutors
individuals & small groups. He has
tutored from 6th grade through college. Teaching & tutoring 12 yrs. BA in Physics, secondary
credentials in Math & Science.
$65 to 85/hr.
Will go to student’s home or public library.
(11/07)
Penny
Post (415)
332-7154
She
tutors in Math- Algebra 1, Geometry, Advanced Algebra and Statistics and
Science in the subjects of Biology and Chemistry. Penny has a background in psychology and has
worked for admissions at Harvard. She has
taught in the health science areas at UC Berkeley, Harvard, Yale and UCSF. $55/hr
penpost@post.harvard.edu
Math and science tutor. John will tutor individuals and small
groups. In math he will tutor remedial
h/s math through AP Calculus (AB) and physics, chemistry and physical science. BS in Physics and MA in
Education. John was a math and
physics teacher at Carmel H/S for 12 years and King City H/S for 3 years. Locations:
Corte Madera,
Kim
Powell (415)
596-1843 kimbpowell@gmail.com
Pre
Algebra and Algebra tutor.
Helaine Reiner (415)
785-7096
She
tutors Pre Algebra, Algebra I and II, Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry,
Integrated Science. Credentialed
teacher with 5 yrs. Of classroom experience & 7
years of tutoring in Marin. Range
$45 to $65/hr helainer@comcast.com
Vivienne
Scharberth (415)
455-9791
Math, Algebra 1 & 2 and Geometry. She has 20 years teaching and tutoring
experience. Also tutors in foreign
languages. Various
rates.
David
Selzer, M.S.; Ed.D (415) 342-5922
Math
and science tutor, Chemistry, Biology and Earth Science. Will
tutor in your home or as arranged.
His goal is to help students with their academic coursework empowering
them to meet those challenges. With
compassionate and individualized instruction I believe all students can master
the material offered in the coursework in our schools. dselzer@sbcglobal.net $55/hr (08/08)
Scott Steward (415)
382-6452 navig8tr@sbcglobal.net
Specializes
in Math and
Greg
Thompson (415) 924-3211
He
tutors in math (all levels), Chemistry & Physics. UC Berkeley engineering
grad. Has
worked with Redwood students for the past 20 yrs. SAT prep in math. Fee open. (08/10)
David Tune (415)725-1686 ddtune@gmail.com
Recent Harvard graduate, Earth and Planetary Sciences Major and History minor. Tutors in English, Sciences, Spanish, Social Studies and math at all levels. Flexible hours. $30/hr. (10/09)
Bob
Uomini (510)527-0585
Experienced
mathematics tutor available (PhD., Mathematics, UC Berkeley 1976) at your home
or arranged location. All
math subject areas.
$100/hr (11/07)
Steven
Valverde (415)
897-0788
Algebra,
Geometry, Biology, Chemistry, Spanish (all levels), SAT & SAT II prep. He has a Biology degree from UC Berkeley. Will tutor at student’s home, his home, school or library. $55-70/hr. (08/07)
Jillian Varonin jvaronin@gmail.com (415) 272-1552
Tutor for math: all levels
through Calculus. Science: Chemistry, Biomed. Redwood class of 2005 grad, will
be a sophomore at
Sylvia Verange (415) 454-9607 sylviaverange@yahoo.com www.TutoringforSuccess.biz She tutors Math (all levels except calculus), Biology,
English, History, Spanish (all levels) &
Cyrus Wadia (415)
861-4823
Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry tutor who is on the Physics &
Engineering faculty at the
Peter
Waring (415)
717-5697 (cell)
Math through Pre-Calculus. Sciences including Physics,
Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Sociology and Anthropology. Science
projects a specialty. Test prep: SAT, ACT, CBEST. College
application strategy. Teaching in & around Marin 7 years. Tutoring
10 years. Ran his own
Plumbing business 20 years training apprentices on-the-job. Firm believer in value of work/study, travel, and thinking “out of
the box” in pursuit of individual student’s career/life goals. Academic
education: Princeton & Columbia. Meet at library, student’s home, or
tutor’s home/office in
Annette Wong (415) 388-3795 e-mail:
mettewong@yahoo.com
Subjects:
Pre-Algebra through Calculus. Over 25 years teaching math in middle and high
school. Extensive private tutoring experience. BA from UCSB,
Teaching Credential from UCLA. Will tutor in the student’s
home or in the library. $70/hr (08/10)
Private
Tutors for Study Skills & SAT Preparations
Full-time
Shaun
Bond
(415) 686-9057
Tutors
in SAT essay prep. Also tutors in English,
specializing in writing- creative, expository and personal statements for
college applications. He has his BA in
Literature and Master of Fine Arts in Writing, Literature & Publishing from
Chris Borland (Borland Educational) (415) 332-4564 chrisrb@sonic.net
Expert
private instruction and preparation in all sections of the following
standardized tests: PSAT, SAT1, SAT2 Math 1C/2C, ACT, SSAT, HSPT. Top
academic coach, mentor, and tutor, and well known local authority in standardized
test preparation. 30+ years in professional private practice.
Teaches unique and highly effective "strategic approach" to
standardized test taking. Highly focused, goal-oriented
approach. Former PSAT and SAT preparation instruction
for
Tarra
Christoff (415)
389-8287
ADD/ADHD
academic coaching, English, organizational/study skills, SAT verbal prep,
Writing Coach, writing college admissions essays.
Ten + years in private tutoring, educational consulting. References available. $80/hr in student’s home or
Call
for additional rates. Email: academicsuccess@earthlink.net (8/07)
Alan
Cumings, Ph.D. (415) 457-9257
Since
Fall 2000, have taught research and college writing in
the English Department of
Jennifer
Decker (415) 595-3873
Specializes
in tutoring all levels of Math, from basic skills through Calculus (including
Pre-algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, algebra 2, Pre-Calculus). Also teaches Science (Biology, Physics,
Environmental Science), SSAT, PSAT, ACT, SAT I-II, English, Writing and Social
Studies. Focuses on
improving organizational skills, study techniques, and test taking strategies. Experience working with students who have
different learning styles and disabilities.
UC Berkeley honors graduate. Over
11 years of tutoring experience. Call
for rates tutor4you@comcast.net (11/07)
Bob
Deutsch (415)
370-9861
SAT & CBEST tutoring. He tutors in
math, through Pre-Calculus
He has 4 yrs. teaching college and high school math & has
tutored for 7 years. $60/hr niceman119@hotmail.com (11/07)
Chris
Dingman (510)
644-9790/ (510) 301-8190-cell
He
specializes in all levels of high school math through AP Calculus, all high
school sciences, including Biology, Chemistry and Physics, writing/composition
and SAT Prep. Chris has a BA in Biology
from Harvard. Chris prefers to work with
students who request the tutoring themselves and are therefore motivated to
maximize their sessions. $75 to $95/hr. www.achievewitheasetutoring.com or by e-mail at: Achievewithease@aol.com
Beverly Tait Dresden (415)
925-0875
SAT I-II; Math through Geometry & Advanced Algebra; English;
Spanish 1-2; Learning Strategies/Study Skills. Master’s Degree in Learning
Disabilities. Over 25 years tutoring
experience. $70/hr.
Laurie
Farthing (415)
460-5408
English
language, composition, grammar, SAT prep, writing, college application
essay. She is completing a credential
program in English at
Susan
Goldsborough (415)
488-1492
Susan
has been coaching students through the college essay and application process
for 19 years. A former
English teacher a most recently an academic dean of a private school in
Ian
Gruber (415)
254-6757
Over
10+ years experience, in home and individual; Works with Dr. Gary Gruber
(considered the leading authority on test taking and critical thinking skills) All math levels,
critical thinking skills, and Test Prep PSAT, ACT, SAT.
Bill Huth (415)
924-1017 email: almelhutch@msn.com
SAT/ACT Prep. Also tutors in the following subjects:
Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, Calculus and Statistics; Experience: 20+ years teaching and tutoring experience. Education: BA in Physics from
Robin
Jacobsen (415)
459-4492
SAT,
SSAT & other test prep. Kaplans’ SAT courses in Math & English. Helping students thrive since 1989. Call for rates.
Ricky
Kellar
(415) 482-8074
Study
Skills,
Don
Kreider (415)
453-2857
Test preparation for SAT, PSAT, ACT, etc. Also math tutor & confidence builder for
all math levels through Calculus. References available.
$65-75/hr. (11/07)
Nathalie
Leiseing (646)
281-7185 nleiseing@gmail.com
Young
French-American professional with dual citizenship and international education
background (UCLA Graduate) combined with several years of teaching offers: Tutoring/Mentoring: to help high school students excel
academically and develop life long organizational skills. Also,
Has
experience assisting students challenged with learning difficulties linked to
ADD & ADHA. References
available upon request. $75/80 hr. (01/10)
Brad
Leva (415)
388-2644
SAT prep. Also tutors math & science, writing &
literature and Spanish. $65/hr. (10/07)
Sharon
Maser (415)
383-1155 sharon-maser@sbcglobal.net
Credentialed teacher, SAT help for high school students in the writing
area. Success guaranteed. $60.00 hr.
Janet
McGarry (415)
831-4032
She
will work one-on-one tutor with students who are preparing to take standardized
tests including PSAT,
Lisa
Mosher (415)
927-3743
Study
skills, writing. French,
Spanish (native speaker) & ESL.
UCD Graduate.
BA in International Relations & Minor in French. $20/25 hr.
Sam
Myerson (415)
883-8773 e-mail: meyertopp@pon.net
SAT prep & study skills. All levels
of math & science: Algebra,
Geometry, Statistics, Pre-calculus, Calculus, Physical Science, Chemistry &
Physics. Certificate
in Math & Science. $70-80/hr.
Ragina Patel Ph. D (415)
459-8050
SAT
classes. She tutors & home schools
students in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, math, Statistics & Calculus. Dr. Patel earned her PH.D from
Anthony
Phillipson
(415)
472-0497 Available during the
summer
SAT prep, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Chemistry &
Integrated Science. Credentialed
school teacher. MA in Psychology, BA in Chemistry and Geology from
David
Porter (Leverage Tutoring) (415)
897-2302
Test
prep. Science & math. Individuals & small
groups. Will go
to student’s home or public library.
Teaching & tutoring for 12 yrs.
BA in Physics.
Secondary credentials in Science & Math. $60-85/hr. (11/07)
Sue
Potter (415)
892-5569
Credentialed
teacher tutors
Mo
Rahmoun (510)
234-1824
UC Berkeley
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science graduate will tutor for the SAT I
verbal and math and the SAT II math 1C. mnr@attbi.com
William Reeves, Ed. D. (415) 461-3139
E-mail: wjreeves@comcast.net
Tutoring services
available in the following areas: Study Skills & new SAT/ SAT
2(Verbal/Essay Sections); College Essay writing. 20 years experience
tutoring/teaching high school students/experienced SAT Coach.
$50.00 per session at school library/student’s home!
Schamber, Ellie, Ph.D. (415)
383-0605
ellieschamber@comcast.net
SAT, PSAT, verbal
tutor. Test-taking strategies and writing skills for
the new SAT. College application essays.
Ellie has a Ph.D. from UC Berkeley; she taught at the university level
and tutored for the SAT for over 20 years. She is also a published writer
and has worked as an editor. Ellie is currently a certified Ivy West
tutor in addition to tutoring independently. One-on-one,
$80/hr., or $65 or in my home.
(11/07)
Anne Stein (415)
460-0175
Study
skills, college application essays, writing, history & social studies. Has 25 yrs. teaching
experience with 14 yrs. in Tam District.
Educational consultant. Received MA in English from
CSU Northridge. $60/hr. (11/07)
Greg
Thompson (415)
924-3211
SAT
prep in Math. Tutors math (all levels),
Chemistry & Physics. UC Berkeley Engineering graduate. Has worked with Redwood
students for the past 16 yrs. Fee
open. (11/07)
Steven
Valverde (415)
897-0788
Algebra,
Geometry, Biology, Chemistry, Spanish (all levels), SAT & SAT II prep. He has a Biology degree from UC Berkeley. Will tutor at student’s home, my home, school or library. $55-70/hr. (08/07)
Sylvia Verange (415) 454-9607 sylviaverange@yahoo.com www.TutoringforSuccess.biz
She tutors Math (all levels
except calculus), biology, English, history, Spanish (all levels) &
Peter
Waring (415)
717-5697 (cell)
Test
prep: SAT, ACT, CBEST. College application strategy.
Science projects a specialty. Math through Pre-Calculus.
Sciences including Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology,
Sociology and Anthropology. Teaching in & around
Marin 7 years. Tutoring 10 years. Plumbing business 20 years training apprentices on-the-job. Firm believer in value of work/study, travel, and thinking “out of
the box” in pursuit of individual student’s career/life goals. Academic
education: Princeton & Columbia. Meet at library, student’s home, or
tutor’s home/office in
Peter
Winchell (415)
458-3508
Study
skills, English (all aspects), Humanities (all Social Sciences), writing
coach. He is a UC Berkeley grad with
teaching credentials. $50/hr.
Has
more than 12 years of full- time test prep experience. She has helped students succeed on the
In
home instruction and group rates available.
naomizell@yahoo.com (09/09)
A comparison chart for
Data current as of 04/0(See
Below)
|
Company name |
|
|
PSAT |
ACT |
Cost |
Info/Phone |
|
Borland
Educational Test Strategy Workshops |
X |
X |
X |
X |
$120
to $180/hr Group
discount up to 50% |
2
to 12 hour programs for individuals or groups. Powerfully effective “Strategic Approach”
to maximize scores on SATI/II, PSAT, or ACT.
Expert instruction since 1978. www.borlandeducational.com,
email: chrisb@sonic.net or (415) 332-4564 |
|
Compass
Educational Group LLC |
X |
X |
X |
X |
$130/hr |
Personalized,
one-on-one, in home test prep. Fee
includes materials, testing, on-going parent
consultation. (800)
620-6250 (In fall 09 the fee will
increase to $140/hr) |
|
Ivy
West |
X |
$575/ subject |
X |
X |
$700
to $2,445.99 |
Standard
and customized programs. Private
tutoring in your home. (800)489-9378
(800-IVY-WEST) or jen.mathews@ivywest.com |
|
Kaplan |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Refer
to web sit for price list |
Class
room program, on-line course, private tutoring ,
books and software. (800) 527-8378
(800- www.kaptest.com |
|
Life
Works |
X |
X |
X |
X |
$85 |
$85
per session. One hour private session
or 2 hour small group. There is a
student to teacher ration of no more than 3 to 1. (415)383-4412 or
www.LifeWorksLearningCenter.com |
|
Sam
Meyerson |
X |
Private |
Private |
Private |
$700
- $900 |
415-883-8773 |
|
Dr.
Ragina Patel- Chemplay
Tutoring |
X |
X |
X |
|
$630 |
(415)497-1326
or www.chemplay.com All
materials included. One on one, online
and small classroom tutoring. |
|
Sue
Potter |
X |
X |
X |
X |
$60/hr |
Group
(6 maximum) 4 hours English, Math $150. Tutoring provided the weekend before
exam. (415) 892-5569 |
|
|
X |
X |
X |
X |
$299
to $1,049 |
Private
in-home tutoring, classroom (12 students max) with refresher sessions and
online courses. Located in |
|
Revolution
Prep |
x |
x |
x |
x |
$499 |
Classes
are given through Tam Community Ed at different school sites for 6 week
sessions during summer and school year. (877) |
|
Sage
Educators |
X |
X |
X |
X |
$85/
hr one-on-one $999
(7 wk. class) |
Classes
limited to 10 students, include 28 hours of instruction, 14 hours of study
lounge and 3 real full-length diagnostic tests. Classes can be repeated for any reason at
no additional cost. The class is fully
scalable to the one-on-one level for students who prefer a more tailored
approach. (415) 388-SAGE email:
info@sageeducators.com |
|
Test
Wise Plus- Greg Thompson, Barbara Baratta, Sally Carsi |
X |
X |
X |
X |
$125
or $250 |
All
or half day classes. Baratta & Thompson: (415) 924-3211, Carsi: (707) 823-7437 |
|
Tutoring
Services |
X |
X |
X |
X |
$35/hr
group $90/hr
individual |
Small
group (up to 5) and private tutoring.
Online tutoring available.
Chemistry, biology, physics, math, statistics and writing. Office located in San Anselmo. Call Ragina at
(415) 459-8050 or email: ragina@chemplay.com
or www.chemplay.com |