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Kenneth B.

4.7 (66 ratings)

721 hours tutoring

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Multidisciplinary Mathematics/Physical & Life Sciences Tutor
Multidisciplinary Mathematics/Physical & Life Sciences Tutor
Kenneth B.

4.7 (66 ratings)

721 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
4.7 (66 ratings)

721 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Kenneth

Bio

Hello. I have tutored children, high school students, college, university and graduate students in mathematics (all levels), biology (including microbiology), chemistry, English, and physics with individuals and groups. I have also worked with English as Second Language (ESL), Disabled Student Services (DSS), Re-Entry, international, and talented/gifted students. I am able to gauge student skill and identify problem areas.

Education:
*Bachelors of Science in Biological Sciences / Applied...

Hello. I have tutored children, high school students, college, university and graduate students in mathematics (all levels), biology (including microbiology), chemistry, English, and physics with individuals and groups. I have also worked with English as Second Language (ESL), Disabled Student Services (DSS), Re-Entry, international, and talented/gifted students. I am able to gauge student skill and identify problem areas.

Education:
*Bachelors of Science in Biological Sciences / Applied Mathematics
Ecology with Microbiology
*Bachelors of Science in Professional Chemistry (American Chemical Society Certification)
Minor: Geoscience

Honors: Omicron Theta Epsilon, Golden Key International Honor Society, National (American) Scholars Honors Society, Pinnacle National Honors Society, Honors Thematic Program, CSU, Chico; Phi Theta Kappa, Butte College Honors Program

Background/Project/Research Experience:
*Laboratory techniques, procedures, and scientific equipment operation including research and microwaves in tissue preparation for scanning and transmission electron microscopy, aseptic techniques, microbial isolation, and microbial identification.
*Data collection, database/computer analysis, technical report writing, and experience utilizing spectroscopy in agricultural patent research involving alternative pest treatment technologies, microbiology, and cosmetic material testing.
*Industrial research and development with UV light-curable materials involving formulation and quality control testing.
*Geographical Information Systems technology involving database management, mapping techniques, SQL programming, and cartography.

Additional coursework:
Anthropology/Archaeology, Astronomy, Geography, Geology, Physical Science, Hydrology, Watershed Hydrology, Microbial Ecology, Industrial Microbiology, Field Surveying, Toxicology, Chemical Ecology, Environmental Chemistry, Soil Genesis/Classification, and Environmental Monitoring.

American Red Cross/AED/CPR and first aid certified

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Education

California State University, Chico
Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology
California State University, Chico
Graduate Coursework

Policies

  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person
  • Hourly Rate: $48
  • Rate details: Summer boot camp for groups for mathematics and science sessions are also available at the same rate. I am currently taking a limited number of new students this semester. Thank you.
  • Travel policy: Within 20 miles of Marysville, CA 95901
  • Lesson cancellation: 2 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 1/5/2015

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Computer

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Access

I have five years experience utilizing Access database, SQL programming, and Excel analysis on a daily basis and over five years of tutoring experience in MS Access, SQL, and Excel. As a staff scientist, I use MS Access and SQL Server Management and Reporting Services in relational database and data/trend analysis for informed scientific staff and management decisions. I am classified as a subject matter expert in Access, SQL, and Excel and regularly provide staff and management with tutorial assistance. I have used Access, SQL, and Excel in performance measurement, tracking and reporting systems, implementing a dashboard approach utilizing a balanced scorecard principles to bring together performance information for core programs, strategic initiatives, and environmental indicators. In areas of data limitation, assisted program staff to define, collect, review, and display applicable data using Access, SQL Server Reporting Services, and Excel. I have over 18 years of tutoring experience in science and mathematics. I received a BS in Applied Mathematics and Professional Chemistry. Advanced coursework includes Programming in Mathmatica and Numerical Analysis.

Corporate Training

Statistics

Elementary Education

Elementary Math, Elementary Science, Study Skills

English

Writing

Homeschool

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Chemistry, Geometry, Physics, Prealgebra, Precalculus, SAT Math, Statistics, Study Skills, Writing

Math

Differential Equations,

Differential Equations

I received a BS in Applied Mathematics and Professional Chemistry. Advanced coursework includes Calculus (I, II,& III), Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Advanced Calculus, Boundary Value-Partial Differential Equations, Programming in Mathmatica, Numerical Analysis, Experimental Design, Statistical Sampling, Probability/Statistics, and Advance College Geometry. I also have four years of instructional assistance experience in mathematics at Butte College. During this time at Butte College, I also tutored students in mathematics, biology, chemistry, English, and physics; this was accomplished in a multi-disciplinary (science/mathematics) capacity for over 1200 hours. I have taught an introductory chemistry laboratory for the applied sciences as a graduate teaching associate and lecture test proctor. I also tutored for the Department of Mathematics / Statistics for two years for both lower and upper division (advanced) coursework. I have aptitude and experience with various laboratory techniques, procedures, and scientific equipment operation. I have additional coursework in environmental monitoring, and chemical ecology, geology, engineering and modern physics. In various chemistry requirements and electives, I have become proficient data collection, computer analysis, and technical report writing. I have additional experience utilizing spectroscopy in agricultural patent research involving alternative pest treatment technologies and cosmetic material testing. I have worked in an industrial laboratory with UV light-curable materials involving formulation and quality control testing. I am currently working as a staff scientist.
Discrete Math,

Discrete Math

I received a BS in Applied Mathematics and Professional Chemistry. Advanced coursework includes Calculus (I, II, & III), Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Advanced Calculus, Programming in Mathmatica, Numerical Analysis, Experimental Design, Statistical Sampling, and Probability/Statistics. I also have four years of instructional assistance experience in mathematics at Butte College. During this time at Butte College, I also tutored students in mathematics (finite business and calculus), biology, chemistry, English, and physics; this was accomplished in a multi-disciplinary (science/mathematics) capacity for over 1200 hours. I tutored for the Department of Mathematics / Statistics, CA State Chico, for two years for both lower and upper division (advanced) coursework. I also tutored lower division finite business mathematics/statistics and business calculus for the Department of Business/Finance. I am currently working as a staff scientist where I utilize Access database, SQL programming, and Excel analysis on a daily basis.
Finite Math,

Finite Math

I received a BS in Applied Mathematics and Professional Chemistry. Advanced coursework includes Calculus (I, II, & III), Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Advanced Calculus, Programming in Mathematica, Numerical Analysis, Experimental Design, Statistical Sampling, and Probability/Statistics. I also have four years of instructional assistance experience in mathematics at Butte College. During this time at Butte College, I also tutored students in mathematics (finite business and calculus), set theory, probability/statistics, interest/annuities, matrix/linear algebra; I tutored for the Department of Mathematics / Statistics, CA State Chico, for two years for both lower and upper division (advanced) coursework. I also tutored lower division finite business mathematics/statistics and business calculus for the Department of Business/Finance. I am currently working as a staff scientist where I utilize Access database, SQL programming, and Excel analysis on a daily basis.
Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Physics, Prealgebra, Precalculus, SAT Math, Statistics, Trigonometry

Most Popular

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Chemistry, Geometry, Physics, Prealgebra, Precalculus, Statistics, Study Skills, Writing

Other

College Counseling,

College Counseling

Hello. I can help you plan successfully for the challenges, hurdles, positive steps toward college entrance and during your college experience. I have over 18 years of experience assisting high school/college students in college preparation and planning. I have helped talented & gifted children, high school students, college, university and graduate students. I have also worked with ESL, DSS, Re-Entry, and talented/gifted students in college/scholarship planning. I have assisted students as an instructional assistant at Butte College and as a Science & Mathematics Mentor and Tutor for the Re-entry Center/Council at California State University, Chico where I helped to provide students a resource for college planning, scholarships/grants, and a informed guide to available campus services and resources. I have completed the Writing Proficiency Program at Butte College. I have experience with Junior College and University Honors Programs. I have been an Honors Student Representative for the Grant Committee of the Council of Graduate Students, member of Phi Theta Kappa, Butte College Honors Program, CSU, Chico Upper Division Honors General Education Program, and a nominee for the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program.
Study Skills

Science

Microbiology,

Microbiology

Hello. I have a diverse background in microbiology. I received a BS in Biological Science with an emphasis in ecology and with microbiology including coursework in microbiology, industrial microbiology, and microbial ecology. I also have four years of instructional assistance experience in microbiology at Butte College. During this time at Butte College, I also tutored students in mathematics, biology, chemistry, English, and physics; this was accomplished in a multidisciplinary (science/mathematics) capacity for over 1200 hours. I have taught an introductory chemistry laboratory for the applied sciences as a graduate teaching associate and lecture test proctor. I have aptitude and experience with various laboratory techniques, procedures, and scientific equipment operation. In microbiology, I became proficient with aseptic techniques, microbial isolation, and microbial identification. I have additional coursework in biochemistry, organic chemistry, ecology, genetics, environmental monitoring, toxicology, and chemical ecology. In various chemistry requirements and electives, I have become proficient in titration, data collection, computer analysis, and technical report writing. I have additional experience utilizing spectroscopy in agricultural patent research involving alternative pest treatment technologies and cosmetic material testing. I have worked in research and design for an industrial laboratory with UV light-curable materials involving formulation and quality control testing. Currently working as a staff scientist.
Organic Chemistry,

Organic Chemistry

I have a diverse background in Organic Chemistry. I received a BS in Professional Chemistry (American Chemical Society Certification) and Biological Science with an emphasis in ecology. Coursework in chemistry includes a year of Organic Chemistry (7 units), Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2 units), Advanced Organic Laboratory (2 units), Biochemistry (3 units), Toxicology, Seminars in Organic Spectroscopy and Free Radicals in Biology. Have additional coursework in microbiology, industrial microbiology, and microbial ecology. I also have four years of instructional assistance experience in chemistry at Butte College. During this time at Butte College, I also tutored students in mathematics, biology, chemistry, English, and physics; this was accomplished in a multi-disciplinary (science/mathematics) capacity for over 1200 hours. I have taught an introductory chemistry laboratory for the applied sciences as a graduate teaching associate and lecture test proctor. I have aptitude and experience with various laboratory techniques, procedures, and scientific equipment operation. I have additional coursework in biochemistry, organic chemistry, ecology, genetics, environmental monitoring, environmental chemistry, and chemical ecology. In various chemistry requirements and electives, I have become proficient in titration, data collection, computer analysis, and technical report writing. I have additional experience utilizing spectroscopy in agricultural patent research involving alternative pest treatment technologies and cosmetic material testing. I have worked in an industrial research and development laboratory with UV light-curable materials involving formulation and quality control testing. Currently working as a staff scientist.
Chemistry, Ecology, Physical Science, Physics

Special Needs

Study Skills

Summer

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Chemistry, Geometry, Physics, SAT Math, Statistics, Study Skills, Writing

Test Preparation

CBEST,

CBEST

Hello. I have both breadth and depth in English, science, and mathematics. I have already passed and tutored students for the CBEST test. I received a BS in Biological Science and Applied Mathematics. I have also completed the Butte College writing proficiency program/honors program and CSU, Chico upper division honors courses. During this time at Butte College, I also tutored students in mathematics, biology, chemistry, English, and physics. This was accomplished in a multidisciplinary (science/mathematics) capacity for over 1200 hours. I have also taught an introductory chemistry laboratory for the applied sciences as a graduate teaching associate and lecture test proctor. I have also tutored through CSU, Chico Mathematics/Statistics Department, Business Department, Biology (Omicron) Club, Chemistry (SAACS), and Society of Physics Students (SPS). I currently work as a staff scientist.
College Counseling,

College Counseling

Hello. I can help you plan successfully for the challenges, hurdles, positive steps toward college entrance and during your college experience. I have over 18 years of experience assisting high school/college students in college preparation and planning. I have helped talented & gifted children, high school students, college, university and graduate students. I have also worked with ESL, DSS, Re-Entry, and talented/gifted students in college/scholarship planning. I have assisted students as an instructional assistant at Butte College and as a Science & Mathematics Mentor and Tutor for the Re-entry Center/Council at California State University, Chico where I helped to provide students a resource for college planning, scholarships/grants, and a informed guide to available campus services and resources. I have completed the Writing Proficiency Program at Butte College. I have experience with Junior College and University Honors Programs. I have been an Honors Student Representative for the Grant Committee of the Council of Graduate Students, member of Phi Theta Kappa, Butte College Honors Program, CSU, Chico Upper Division Honors General Education Program, and a nominee for the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program.
TEAS,

TEAS

Hello. I have both breadth and depth in the sciences and mathematics, including microbiology, chemistry, and physics/physical science. I have been tutoring students for the TEAS test for two years. I received a BS in Biological Science with an emphasis in ecology and with microbiology and Applied Mathematics. I also have four years of instructional assistance experience in microbiology at Butte College. During this time at Butte College, I also tutored students in mathematics, biology, chemistry, English, and physics. This was accomplished in a multidisciplinary (science/mathematics) capacity for over 1200 hours. I have taught an introductory chemistry laboratory for the applied sciences as a graduate teaching associate and lecture test proctor. I have also tutored through CSU, Chico Mathematics/Statistics Department, Business Department, Biology (Omicron) Club, Chemistry (SAACS), and Society of Physics Students (SPS). I currently work as a staff scientist.
SAT Math

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Great tutor

He's just fantastic! I feel like I totally understand the math problems and so prepared for the test! I'm actually excited to take the test because of all the tutoring! Haha

Rachel, 7 lessons with Kenneth

Extremely knowledgeable and experienced tutor

Mr. Kenneth B is currently helping my daughter prepare for the math portion of the SAT. He is extremely knowledgeable of the the subject matter and he has provided my daughter with excellent practical suggestions and strategies for the test. It is immediately evident he has much experience as a tutor.

Rony, 3 lessons with Kenneth

Great tutor and very flexible

Ken has been great and very flexible. I've been using him for both calculus and physics. I would recommend him.

Diane, 13 lessons with Kenneth

Very Helpful

My daughter was really lost on this chapter. She seemed to feel confident and comfortable with it after her lesson. Thanks!

Alisa, 29 lessons with Kenneth
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