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Piano with Janis Y.

Los Angeles, California

5.0
(21)
Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
All ages
Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Teaching since 2006
Spanish Language & Culture Program

    About Janis Y.

    5.0
    (21)
    Hi there! I'm Janis, a recent graduate from the University of Southern California. While at USC, I studied neuroscience, but beyond my science curriculum, I took many literature and music classes. I love learning about all types of topics and people, and I want to bring this energy to my students. From a very young age, I have loved creating lesson plans for my younger siblings. This developed into more formal tutoring and mentoring roles through middle school, high school, and college. I have experience teaching everything from beginner piano to young children, to science presentation skills to international teaching assistants. Using passion, compassion, and a positive energy, I would love to help you achieve your learning goals! :)

    Instructor details

    Location:
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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    7 PM-9 PM
    Tuesday
    9 AM-9 PM
    Wednesday
    7 PM-9 PM
    Thursday
    9 AM-9 PM
    Friday
    7 PM-9 PM
    Saturday
    9 AM-9 PM
    Sunday
    10 AM-8 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $25
    45 minutes
    $38
    60 minutes
    $50
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    5.0
    21 Reviews
    Catie
    Student's home
    Janis, you are so wonderful! Evie has learned so much over these past 9 months. He has had an amazing experience working with you and loves when you come. And he is playing so beautifully.
    Posted May 30, 2018
    saralynn V.
    Online
    Janis is a lovely person with a real passion for piano. I highly recommend her courses! You will love her!
    Posted Oct 1, 2017
    Evie
    Student's home
    My son is loving taking lessons with Janis. I rarely have to remind him to practice and he looks forward to lesson day.
    Posted Sep 7, 2017
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    Experience

    Behavioral Instructor

    Jun, 2016 - Present

    FirstSteps for Kids

    I am a Behavioral Therapist for children on the autism spectrum. I have learned applied behavior analysis techniques and theories that will surely come in useful for my lessons!

    Private English Tutor

    Sep, 2015 - Dec, 2015

    N/A

    I taught English to two young Spanish girls (ages 4 & 6) while I was studying abroad in Bilbao. I met with them for a couple hours every day and used different play techniques to teach them English.

    Resident Assistant

    Aug, 2014 - May, 2015

    USC Residential Education

    I was the RA for 44 first-year women. Not only did I help enforce USC's Housing Contract, I also planned 3 enrichment programs monthly and responded to several crises.

    Mentor

    Dec, 2012 - May, 2013

    CollegeSpring

    I tutored and mentored a small group of high school students 3x/week from an under-privileged area of Los Angeles in college readiness and SAT prep techniques.

    Co-Administrative Director

    Oct, 2012 - May, 2016

    Asian American Tutorial Project

    Throughout college, I spent every Saturday tutoring and mentoring kids at Castelar Elementary in LA's Chinatown. I eventually attained the position of Co-Administrative Director, where I helped organize curriculum for the children.

    Private Music Instructor

    Aug, 2009 - Jun, 2012

    N/A

    Throughout high school, I taught many music lessons in piano and violin. I taught children in the 5-10 range, teaching basic sight reading techniques, music theory, rhythm, proper form, practice techniques, etc.

    Education

    Minor in Spanish

    Aug, 2012 - May, 2016

    University of Southern California

    Spanish Language & Culture Program

    Sep, 2015 - Dec, 2015

    Universidad de Deusto

    B.S. in Neuroscience

    Aug, 2012 - May, 2016

    University of Southern California

    Languages

    Spanish

    Professional Proficiency

    Chinese

    Professional Proficiency

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