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Biography
...teaching and engaging students with their education. There is little that is more rewarding than aiding a struggling student successfully. In high school, I was a member of the National Honors Society and relished the opportunities that organization provided me to tutor others. I love learning, and I love sharing that with others. What better way to engage others learning than tutoring?I enjoy video games and other computer related tasks, baseball, basketball, and I love... Read more
Can also tutor: AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, Algebra and 36 more subjects.
Education
- Occidental College - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Math: 34
Biography
...work with to perform to the best of their abilities on the standardized test that they are preparing to take. I hope that I can play a part in helping my students to attend the higher education institution of their dreams, and I will work as hard as I need to in order to achieve this. I look forward to meeting and working with some exceptional students in my time with Varsity Tutors. Read more
Education
- Duke University - Bachelors, Public Policy
- Brown University - Masters, Urban Education Policy
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 35
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Math: 35
Biography
...and Psychological Services, and am currently working to complete a Master's in Professional Behavior Analysis. I have been working with children with developmental disabilities at an ABA agency in the Washington, DC area for the past few years. My job includes creating measurable milestones to help learners achieve their goals, and determining what teaching methods will be most effective for each individual client. I believe that active student responding, personalized programs, and a focus on... Read more
Can also tutor: Elementary School Reading, Middle School Reading, High School Writing and 27 more subjects.
Education
- Northwestern University - Bachelors, Human Development and Psychological Services
- Florida Institute of Technology - Current Grad Student, Professional Behavior Analysis
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 33
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Math: 31
Biography
...also help students faceand in so doing, conquertheir fear of failure. We practice not fearing mistakes, but seeing them as opportunities to learn, hone skills, and grow more confident. One of my strongest attributes as a tutor is my ability to break down complex ideas into clear and accessible language. There is nothing more gratifying than working through a difficult concept with a student and know they truly understand it and can put it into... Read more
Can also tutor: SAT, European History, ACT Reading and 26 more subjects.
Education
- Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 35
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
- SAT Math: 730
Biography
...differential equations, advanced undergraduate analysis as well as graduate courses. While I love math and teaching, I found that working working full-time at a university is not for me. The heavy teaching loads and constant pressure to publish research results left me run down and exhausted, and that's not how I want to live and work. I want to enjoy teaching and working on research while also having time to be a person and enjoy... Read more
Can also tutor: SAT Subject Tests, PSAT, SSAT and 154 more subjects.
Education
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
- Portland State University - Master of Science, Mathematics
- University of Jyvaskyla - Doctor of Philosophy, Mathematics
Biography
...for them and that will serve them throughout school. I previously tutored with Boys Hope Girls Hope in Evanston, IL. I tutored middle and high school students in Spanish and English, and I was able to help them develop study strategies such as using flashcards or translating a sentence they had spoken aloud that day in their heads for extra language practice. I am very excited to be able to tutor again and to work... Read more
Can also tutor: PSAT, SAT Subject Tests, SAT and 58 more subjects.
Education
- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Math: 34
Biography
...was a challenge determining exactly where a student's understanding of a topic was faulty. Over time, however, I developed a keener sense for the hurdles that students sometimes face when learning, as well as the most efficient ways to overcome them. I also developed more patience and empathy through tutoring - I often remembered feeling the same confusion about a topic that my students were feeling the first time I had learned the material. The... Read more
Education
- Arizona State University - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 34
- ACT Math: 36
Biography
...standardized tests. I can also tutor in writing and reading, since I have experience as a professional copy editor. My focus when tutoring is student understanding. I believe academic goals are more readily achievable when concepts are understood, rather than formulas memorized. When helping students prepare for standardized tests I focus on taking practice exams and working with students on the areas they need the most help. Outside of school I enjoy hiking, gardening, reading,... Read more
Can also tutor: Advanced Placement, SAT, AIMS and 80 more subjects.
Education
- University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 35
- ACT English: 33
- ACT Math: 36
Biography
...I am currently working in the lab of Professor Robert Langer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology working on novel drug delivery systems for the gastrointestinal tract. I am hoping to attend medical school in pursuit of becoming a physician. I am currently interested in pediatrics and psychiatry but I am looking forward to exploring a range of available disciplines. I enjoy tutoring because I find it to be an engaging and dynamic process--I love... Read more
Can also tutor: PSAT, REGENTS, SAT Subject Tests and 93 more subjects.
Education
- Northeastern University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Math: 34
Biography
...assess their understanding and remediate skill gaps in order to improve their content mastery. As a teacher, I set high expectations my students, because I want them to achieve their full potential, but I make it clear that I am there to support them along their academic journey. My favorite part of teaching math is convincing kids who believe that they cannot succeed at math that they can succeed this confidence building is key. I... Read more
Can also tutor: SAT Subject Tests, PSAT, SAT and 15 more subjects.
Education
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Religious Studies
- Johns Hopkins University - Masters, Educational Studies (Urban Education Concentration)
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
- SAT Math: 800
- SAT Verbal: 750
Biography
...for undergraduate or graduate education, and I truly enjoy helping him or her achieve their best. I am also passionate about tutoring Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Calculus. My teaching style is not set in stone; I understand that everyone learns differently and will try to find a learning method that will suit the student. Next year, I will begin my pursuit of a PhD in Biological Engineering, and I aspire to be an undergraduate professor... Read more
Can also tutor: SAT, SAT Subject Tests, Algebra and 24 more subjects.
Education
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular
Biography
...is to produce students that both feel confident in their own abilities to do independent work while also knowing when and how to rely on individuals with other skill sets to help fill in the gaps. While my students submit homework and tests individually, projects are conducted as group work, and I encourage students to work collaboratively while solving homework problems. This is to encourage better material understanding and a necessary skill in teamwork, while... Read more
Can also tutor: REGENTS, SAT, SAT Subject Tests and 77 more subjects.
Education
- Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biological/Biosystems Engineering
- Cleveland State University - Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical Engineering
Biography
...but to help those who may be struggling with various subjects throughout their academic careers. There is no better feeling than watching someone have a eureka moment of understanding, and I look forward to meeting and working with new students. As a Colorado native, I love spending my free time hiking and climbing my way through the Rockies. I also enjoy playing volleyball (being 6'8" has its advantages) and teaching myself to play the guitar. Read more
Can also tutor: PSAT, SAT, Psychology and 46 more subjects.
Education
- University of Colorado Denver - Bachelor of Science, Biology & Psychology
Biography
...Laboratories. I achieved these goals by setting high expectations for myself and striving every day to meet these expectations. I am a tutor that predominantly focuses on STEM and Business subjects from high school through graduate school as well as standardized tests. I really do not have a favorite subject here. I just enjoy teaching students who desire to learn and improve themselves. When I was an undergraduate student as well as a teaching assistant... Read more
Can also tutor: SSAT, STAAR EOC, UK A Level and 326 more subjects.
Education
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
- Carnegie Mellon University - Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical Engineering
Biography
...from Saint Louis University with a major in Neuroscience and a minor in Public Health. I am from Bolingbrook, IL and graduated from Neuqua Valley High School. I have lived in 7 different cities in 18 years and love to go on road trips! I love dark chocolate and Thai food anytime, any day. My favorite subject to teach is Math, because I like to work with numbers! I strongly believe in incentives. I believe... Read more
Can also tutor: Middle School Math, College Biology, AP Physics C: Mechanics and 61 more subjects.
Education
- Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Biology, General
Test Scores
- ACT English: 34
- ACT Math: 32
Biography
...into developing their own critical thinking skills. I also encountered some of the same fear that I saw from people 100 feet up a rock face. I used my guiding experience to help one student overcome what had become a debilitating and illogical fear of math in order for her to pass a college placement test (which she had failed many times previously) so that she could go on to pursue her own passion of... Read more
Education
- Colorado College - Bachelors, Philosophy
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 32
- ACT Math: 31
- ACT Reading: 36
Biography
...I bring over three years of experience in tutoring students across various age groups, from young learners to professionals. My expertise lies in preparing students for the Verbal SAT, ACT Reading and English sections, as well as AP courses in writing, literature, and U.S. History. I am passionate about helping you master challenging concepts, whether it's improving your grammar, understanding complex texts, or refining your essays and reports. I believe that every student has unique... Read more
Can also tutor: SAT, UK A Level, ACCUPLACER and 81 more subjects.
Education
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, French Studies
- University of Maryland-College Park - Master of Arts, English Composition
- University of Pennsylvania - Doctor of Philosophy, Design and Visual Communications
Biography
Greetings! My name is Dr. Michelle Tichy. I am excited that you will be joining me in this educational journey. Read more
Can also tutor: SAT, PSAT, ACT and SAT All-In-One Classes and 76 more subjects.
Education
- Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Anthropology
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Doctor of Philosophy, Educational Psychology
Biography
...fluent in Spanish thanks to a two-year mission for my church. Because of this I am now part of a Hispanic volunteer group helping children learn to read more fluently. I played rugby and football, and I love doing things outdoors, whether it be hiking, going to the lake, skiing, or backpacking. I have also traveled to many parts of the world and enjoy having new experiences and learning about other cultures. Read more
Can also tutor: SAT, PSAT, Advanced Placement and 34 more subjects.
Education
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Current Undergrad, Pre-Information Systems
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 36
- ACT Math: 33
Biography
...teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have fun and engage them.... Learning is most... Read more
Can also tutor: SAT Subject Tests, PSAT, SAT and 43 more subjects.
Education
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
- SAT Verbal: 760
- SAT Writing: 790
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