Alexander
Certified Tutor
...have comparable experience and background in. I received a 5 on the French AP exam, a 790 out of 800 on the French SAT II subject test, and in 1998 I scored first in the Mid-Atlantic region and third in the nation in the national exam conducted by the American Association of Teachers of French....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, French
Bachelor of Science, Animal Science/Pre-Veterinary
John
Certified Tutor
...to read far and wide within the American and British literary traditions, however, and I have had great success working with students who struggle with literary analysis. I believe that everyone is capable of critical thought and creative expression regardless of her or his educational background or learning level. Everyone has a voice that...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing (Poetry)
Paul
Certified Tutor
...PhD research focused on developing a novel methodology for fluorescently detecting unmodified RNAs in living E. coli cells. Concurrently, I was engaged as a Teaching Fellow for courses in Microbiology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology and Biochemistry. As a Teaching Fellow I instructed and tutored engineering students who easily absorbed Mathematics, but struggled with the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
PHD, Molecular, Cellular Biology and Biochemistry
Mark
Certified Tutor
...a local high school teacher and aiding students in a one-on-one environment with a variety of tasks within their English curriculum. As English was my major, it is certainly my passion, but I also love a variety of other subjects, especially math and standardized testing. As a teacher during the week I understand the importance...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Ahad
Certified Tutor
...education, but also recognize the unique difficulties and pressures that today's students face. I strive to combat these difficulties with a youthful and energetic approach to tutoring, aiming to make subject matters come alive. My goal is to make study material approachable and fun while maintaining a level of focus and discipline that leads to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Juris Doctor, Law
Mark
Certified Tutor
...and writing skills as well as elementary through middle school mathematics. I am a Spanish speaker and enjoy helping others practice their skills. If you are interested in talking sports, The Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers are my teams! As a tutor, I will work with students to identify their strengths areas of growth. We will...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English, Spanish
Master of Science, Teaching & Bilingual Education
Sarah
Certified Tutor
...those mechanics, to truly think about the material. This results not just in rote memory of facts but in more sophisticated critical thinking and the ability to generate new ideas, two skills that will serve a student for a lifetime, academically, professionally, and personally. I love to read: reading has been very important to me...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Verbal: 790
SAT Writing: 800
Jesse
Certified Tutor
...world, of all ages, and all levels. I believe that learning should be fun and interactive. Everyone learns differently and I think my job as a tutor and teacher is to discover how an individual learns best and build on their strengths. Outside of teaching, I love to read, spend time at the beach, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Community Development
Christy
Certified Tutor
...I became fluent during that time. I worked as an Assistant Teacher to the Spanish Department while studying at Davidson College and enjoyed getting to know the students & expanding their understanding of the Spanish language & the Latin American culture. I had the privilege of studying in Spain during my Junior year, which deepened...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Religion
Masters, Liberal Studies
Emily
Certified Tutor
...I have experience working with students from elementary age to college age, in a variety of subjects. I love to write, read, and learn about history and cultures - so if those are areas you struggle with, or want someone to geek over them with you, I'm here to help :) When I'm not tutoring,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History
Masters, Global Affairs
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 36
Martin
Certified Tutor
...school and college level. I have an undergraduate mathematics degree, and taught AP Calculus at a North Carolina high school. I also have a PhD in philosophy, and have taught at major research universities in Missouri and Ohio. I am personally invested in my students' success, and take pride in being clear, conscientious, and accessible.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Philosophy and Mathematics
PHD, Philosophy
Dave
Certified Tutor
...me: science, history, politics. I am interested in understanding the various cultures around the world, why people have very different views on how to relate to each other, what to eat, where we came from, why we are here. I enjoy playing and watching sports (especially baseball), and I love being outdoors, hiking or just...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics
Masters, Finance
SAT Math: 720
Maurice
Certified Tutor
As an educator, I believe in student-centered instruction. I will make sure to learn about your student's interests to help increase engagement and challenge them academically. Learning should be an enjoyable journey; I will seek to ignite a passion for it within your scholars.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 710
Luke
Certified Tutor
...preaching, and leading high school youth groups. I have tutored and/or taught in algebra 1, geometry, American literature, world literature, middle school math, middle school science, middle school English/reading, American history, world history, essay composition, SAT prep, SSAT/ISEE prep, SHSAT prep, and GRE prep. I always try to discern what the individual needs and learning...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, New Testament
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 740
Jeff
Certified Tutor
...a stress-free space for students to learn and thrive. In 2011, I graduated magna cum laude from Davidson College with a degree in English and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. I also have a Master of Divinity degree from Columbia Theological Seminary, where I won numerous awards, including the prize for highest academic distinction....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Divinity, Theology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 31
Katie
Certified Tutor
...school and college students to improve their study skills, time management, and test taking strategies. My psychological background makes me particularly skillful at helping students to overcome academic anxiety in order to perform at their highest potential. As someone who loves to read and write, I enjoy sharing this passion with students who are studying...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Masters in Education, Mental Health Counseling
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Jonathan
Certified Tutor
...Davidson College in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I earned my masters in 2009 from Wake Forest University in Business Administration and Management. My goal here is to help anyone who genuinely wants to learn and prepare themselves for success in education and in life. I enjoy golf and travel.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 800
Richard
Certified Tutor
...high school and continued on to a liberal arts education at Davidson College in Davidson, North Carolina. While there, I majored in Chemistry and swam competitively. My background also includes research in Synthetic Organic Chemistry during a semester abroad at Queen's University in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Currently, I am finishing my graduate degree from the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Master of Science, Exercise Physiology
Jennifer
Certified Tutor
I graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Music from Davidson College and my Master's in Performance from DePaul University. I ran my own studio of over 30 students and have always loved getting students more comfortable in their desired field of study. I look forward to meeting you!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Music
Master of Arts, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 31
Anna
Certified Tutor
I'm currently a college sophomore studying Political Science and History. I am passionate about politics, history, public speaking and writing and happy to help with any of these subjects!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
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