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Andrew

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Andrew

Current Undergrad Student, Finance
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra

I'm from upstate New York and I love to be outside, play guitar, and work out. I have 3 siblings, so I'm used to helping people strengthen their skills and learn new ones. I love most math classes, and I'm attending Boston College in the Carroll School of Management Honors Program. I intend on major...

Education

Boston College

Current Undergrad Student, Finance

Test Scores
SAT
1430
ACT
32
Adriana

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Adriana

Master of Science, Mathematics
Adriana's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra REGENTS
AP Calculus AB

A learning environment featuring engagement, organization, flexibility, and understanding is one of most optimal to empower students to realize their academic and personal goals, as well as to become whole citizens of the world. My passion for learning and working towards social progress pushes me t...

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University of Connecticut

Master of Science, Mathematics

CUNY Hunter College

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Jenny

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jenny

Masters in Education, Educational Leadership
Jenny's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Elementary Math
English
English Grammar and Syntax

I am a long time Metro Nashville Public Schools teacher (in my 11th year). I currently teach second grade. My favorite subject to teach and tutor would be reading. I myself love to read and continue to be a life long learner. Showing students reading does not always have to be so painful brings ligh...

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Trevecca Nazarene University

Masters in Education, Educational Leadership

The University of Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Child Development

Eva

Certified Tutor

Eva

Current Undergrad, English/Comparative Literature, Pre-Medical Studies
Eva's other Tutor Subjects
AP Spanish Language & Culture
Conversational French
Conversational Spanish
French

Hello! I'm originally from New York City, but have been living in Minneapolis, Minnesota for the past 12 years. I'm thrilled to be back in NYC as a pre-med and Comparative Literature student at Columbia University. I completed my high school career at St. Paul Academy and Summit School, a small prep...

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Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Undergrad, English/Comparative Literature, Pre-Medical Studies

Jacqueline

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Jacqueline

Associate in Arts, Middle School Teaching
Jacqueline's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading

Aloha! Students,Teaching for life through fun, hands-on interactivity while being proactive, productive, and positive, conquering every challenge, in guiding you towards your goal successfully is my mission and priority.You, my students, are mirrors of reflection of self-confidence and resilience wi...

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Eastern Gateway Community College

Associate in Arts, Middle School Teaching

Rebecca

Certified Tutor

Rebecca

Bachelors, Psychology
Rebecca's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
Advanced Placement Prep

Hi! My name is Becky, and I would love to be your tutor! I recently graduated from Lewis & Clark College, I majored in psychology and minored in Latin American Studies. I have completed coursework in many other areas, such as statistics, geometry, physics, Spanish, chemistry and art. I'm no stranger...

Education

Lewis & Clark College

Bachelors, Psychology

Stephanie

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Stephanie

Master of Science, Physiology
Stephanie's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
Algebra
Anatomy & Physiology
AP Biology

Highly experienced tutor with diverse subject expertise. Substantial knowledge on standardized test-taking for high school, college, and graduate levels. Fantastic track record for accelerating both group and individual concept-learning and improving student performance expeditiously. A thorough and...

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Case Western School of Medicine

Master of Science, Physiology

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Erik

Certified Tutor

Erik

Master of Science, Aerospace Engineering & Mechanics
Erik's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade Writing
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

I received my Bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota in 2011 and my Master's in 2013, both in Aerospace Engineering & Mechanics. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant at University of Minnesota, I taught groups of students in the laboratory sessions for courses in the Aerospace Engineering De...

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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Master of Science, Aerospace Engineering & Mechanics

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering & Mechanics

Spencer

Certified Tutor

Spencer

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics and Statistics (Physics Concentration)
Spencer's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Math
3rd-8th Grade Science
11th-12th Grade Reading
11th-12th Grade Writing

I am a recent graduate of Stony Brook University (SUNY) from where I received my Bachelor of Sciences in Applied Mathematics & Statistics with a concentration in Physical Sciences. Throughout my undergraduate career, I was fortunate enough to participate in several research-oriented internships in N...

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Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics and Statistics (Physics Concentration)

Amanda

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Amanda

Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General
Amanda's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
College Level American History
Hebrew
High School Level American History

I am a current student at Barnard College, Columbia University. I am on the pre-med track with a major in biology. I am also interested in economics and American history. I began tutoring as a middle school student and haven't stopped, continuing into my high school years, year abroad and college. T...

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Barnard College

Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General

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