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Paul: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...advanced level language courses in Mandarin Chinese as well as minored in Japanese studies. I also have extensive experience working one-to-one with students from my position as a Learning Center Writing Consultant where I assisted students in academic writing. By far one of the most rewarding milestones of tutoring is the moment you witness the student satisfied with the achievements you have helped them accomplish. Tutoring is a collaborative process whereby tutor and student work...
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SUNY at Albany - Bachelors, Chinese Studies

Jesica: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...students can learn mathematics. I have been working as a tutor since I was thirteen for mathematics and I love every minute of it. I like tackling new mathematics and helping students view their work at different angles that might help them come to an understanding of the subject. Being able to do math, not just arithmetic, is an ability that every student has and I believe that together we can figure out how to...
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Carroll College - Bachelors, Mathematics
SAT Math: 720

Barry: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...MBA from the University of Florida. I have recently earned a Master of Arts degree in Mathematics with a focus in Secondary Education from University of Northern Colorado. As you could probably tell, my strength is helping students in all levels of Mathematics from basic arithmetic to Calculus. My favorite branches of mathematics to tutor are the middle school levels (fractions, integers, and proportional reasoning) as well as Algebra and Geometry in the high school...
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Hofstra University - Bachelors, Natural Science (Concentration in Mathematics)
University of Florida - Masters, Business Administration and Management

Amanda: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...Degree in Teaching (English) for Middle Childhood/Adolescents at SUNY Empire State College. I believe that people learn best when in a caring, nurturing environment and do my best to ensure that they feel comfortable working with me. I believe learning can be fun and that everyone has the potential to achieve greatness! A large part of my teaching strategy is to learn my students interests, likes and dislikes and to work them into my lessons...
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St Josephs College Brooklyn - Bachelors, Speech Communications, Theatre Minor
SUNY Empire State College - Current Grad Student, M.A.T in English, Middle Childhood and Adolescent

Erin: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...graduate student, I taught biology labs for five semesters, which gave me experience in both running a full classroom and in working one-on-one with students. Additionally, as an undergraduate student, I spent a semester as a biology teaching assistant, where I helped coordinate lab activities and answer students' questions. I have also spent time as an assistant coach for a high school cross-country ski team, where I gained the ability to teach students skills outside...
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SUNY at Geneseo - Bachelors, Biology, General
Illinois State University - Masters, Biological Sciences
ACT English: 31
ACT Science: 31

Jade: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
I'm a recent graduate from RIT in biomedical engineering. I have experience tutoring both elementary and high school students. A variety of teaching tools were especially useful during my education. Discovering the best method for learning is vital and I'll work to ensure my students are able to pinpoint their tools for success.
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Rochester Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering

Hasan: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...science and technology from MIT. I specialize in microelectronics- scaling devices to their physical limit and enabling more advanced computer, mobile and server chips. I enjoy very much teaching students science and math and motivating them for future careers in technology. I look forward to helping you achieve your academic goals. We need bright minds to push technology limits that can solve complex problems and increase the standard of living in our society with more...
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - PHD, EECS

Elisabeth: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...help achieve those goals so that every student feels successful and well equipped to handle material on their own. I think that it is crucial that students also learn what resources they have available to them when a tutor or teacher is not available, and how to employ those resources. I think it is vital that I help students figure out the best way for them to learn. Every individual is different and I see...
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The University of Vermont - Bachelors, Psychology
SUNY at Albany - PHD, Clinical Psychology
GRE Verbal: 161

Cassandra: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
Hi all! I'm currently an undergraduate student at the University at Albany majoring in Actuarial and Mathematical Sciences with a minor in Economics. I was actually in seventh grade when I decided on the Actuarial Science major, and my passion hasn't changed since! I love math and I love to teach it! Fun Fact About Me: I also love music, and I play the flute in the concert band here at UAlbany. ... I believe that...
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University at Albany - Current Undergrad, Actuarial & Mathematical Sciences

Nelson: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...computer leasing industry. Even though throughout my career I have been in mostly sales positions, I found that my teaching background proved invaluable when explaining to my clients how new technologies could benefit their organizations. I think my real world experience and my love of math, can bring a unique perspective to a student who, for whatever reason, is looking to improve his or her math skills. Whether you are struggling to grasp new concepts...
Education & Certification
Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelors, Math
Wesleyan University - Masters, math

Clinton: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...youth and adult of all ages and have achieved success with every age group I have worked with. I love sharing my knowledge with people in a fun and engaging way. I love explaining topics through a variety of interactive and interesting methods. My favorite thing about tutoring is helping people understand why what they are learning is important. Once you know why you learn something you are much more inclined to focus and challenge...
Education & Certification
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Current Undergrad, Biology, General
Albany Medical College - PHD, Molecular and Cellular Physiology

Carrie: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...that will certainly lead to more confident test takers. Most importantly, I believe the tutoring experience should provide students with relevant skills that will make all future education more successful. Learning is a skill all its own and there are so many ways to master it. As a teacher, it is my goal to help students discover the methods and techniques that best lead to their understanding, not for just one assignment, but moving forward...
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University of Delaware - Bachelors, English Education

Shachi: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...test preparation tutor. I have run my own rigorous test preparation classes and have proven methods to improve scores. Furthermore, I have experience tutoring high school students in Math, Science and English. I have completed Multivariable Calculus at the college level and several college level biology (currently majoring in) and chemistry courses and have taken writing intensive college literature courses. I have been tutoring geometry-calculus through my high school years and have experience in each...
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Current Undergrad, Biology- Accelerated Physician Scientist Program
Albany Medical College - Masters, MD
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Christine: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...knowledge to help you in every area and in every way that I can. I have had nearly 100% success with every student that I've worked with. What about the "nearly" you might ask? We'll there was a case where a student ended up dropping out of the college because he found he didn't like the major he was in. Thank you for looking at my profile and I hope I hear from you soon!
Education & Certification
Manhattanville College - Bachelors, English Literature & Secondary Education
State Certified Teacher

Victoria: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...level. My main subject is English, reading and writing but I will also tutor math. I believe in making learning fun and always plan activities and games that are of interest to the student and keeps their attention. I have a love of books that I always aim to pass on to the student through reading a variety of different texts. I am cheerful, enthusiastic and committed. I convey this into my teaching by...... First, try...
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South Bank University London UK - Bachelors, Primary School Teaching (Education) B.Ed (Hons)

Zachary: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
I graduated from Penn State in May 2016 with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. I tutored for three years helping kids in freshman and sophomore level math, physics, and chemistry courses. I have tutored groups and individuals. I am an extremely friendly person who loves teaching! The best way to teach a student is to have them answer problems on their own. As a tutor, I am there to help students reach the answer, not to...
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Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering

Skye: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...demonstrate that the latter cannot exist without the former, and that each holds equal value. I select readings and design assignments that will resonate with my students current lives; to really learn, after all, we first must be interested. Student buy-in is imperative, and there are many, many ways to learn the necessary skills to succeed in our age of innovation. Typically these skills boil down to the four Cs--critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creative...
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University of New Hanpshire - Bachelors, English Language and Literature
New Mexico State University-Main Campus - Masters, Creative Writing

Taylor: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...range education courses in addition to the music classes. I am also passionate about the French language, as I lived in Quebec for 5 years. I thoroughly enjoy mathematics and do math problems for fun! I have a passion for writing, including short stories, poetry, and research papers putting my english education to use. I produce music professionally and hope to someday perform as a touring DJ, while also providing a space for students to...
Education & Certification
McGill University - Bachelor in Arts, Music Teacher Education

David: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...challenging question together, the student "gets" it. Their eyes light up, they smile, laugh, put their arms up in a "v" and scream "yes!"... or simply says "yay" in subdued, Monty Python kind-of-way. I have an undergraduate degree in computer graphics and interactive media from Pratt Institute (2003) and a master degree in electronic art from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2015). My favorite subjects to tutor are highschool math, C#, and python for data science. I...
Education & Certification
Pratt Institute-Main - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Graphics
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Master of Arts, Electronics Technology
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Certificate, Applied Economics

Kimberly: Ballston tutor
Certified Tutor in Ballston, NY
...love the adventures and passion that my students bring to me daily. I teach both regular education and special education students. I obtained my dual Masters Degree from SUNY Albany with certification in both special education and literacy. Also, I am a certified elementary education teacher and received by Bachelor of Arts from SUNY Oneonta. I understand the rigor of standardized test and use the student's prior knowledge as a base to build on. I...
Education & Certification
SUNY Oneonta - Bachelors, Childhood Education
SUNY at Albany - Masters, Literacy and Students with Disabilities
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