Certified Tutors From Columbia University in the City of New York

...and assisted at the graduate level, and I have found that I am skilled at adjusting and catering my teaching abilities to students with different past experiences that require different ways of learning. I am currently a practicing biostatistician and a PhD student in biostatistics at the University of Massachusetts, at Amherst. I am excited...

I'm a former Math Olympiad - and currently a business executive - who continues to mentor students and office employees, while also volunteering with young people in my community.... As a teacher, one needs to be a careful and patient listener, and always strive to find innovative ways to connect to each student, bearing in mind, each person has their own strength, weaknesses, and methods of learning.

I have a BA in Chemistry from Yeshiva University and recently finished an MA in Chemistry from Columbia University. I was a TA for organic chemistry lab/lecture and have done a bunch of other tutoring as well. Obviously chemistry rocks, but I also enjoy tutoring SAT and GRE math!... I'd figure out our end goal, and then outline a plan to get there.

...tutor those subjects, I find my theater skills are just as valuable to effective teaching. As a playwright, I have learned to explain ideas efficiently, inspire excitement, and connect with an audience. Using these techniques, I hope to make my students not only better at individual subjects, but also help them fall in love with...

...tutoring high school French, elementary/middle school math, science, social studies, and English/reading. My tutoring philosophy is based around the concept of being patient. It may take a student a while to understand a concept, but the moment when he or she does, it is extremely rewarding for the tutor, the parents, and the student. I...

...Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down higher concepts with accessible examples that can help foster creativity. I care deeply about my students and their success, and...

...I've been teaching, tutoring, and writing since completing college. I've taught ESL students in South Korea, and back in the US I've worked with learners of all ages from elementary school students to adults. In addition I've done some work as a freelance journalist. My teaching specialties include reading comprehension, vocabulary, essay writing, creative writing,...

...the question on this test. I am willing to provide tricks to tackle all of the questions in the GRE quant section in order to solve them as fast as possible. Time is always a binding constraint when it comes to the GRE or any standardized test and I am willing to provide help on...

...a subject that they initially found difficult. I love when students recognize their own progress and begin to feel very comfortable with things that were once very intimidating. I tutor many subjects from Reading and Math to Spanish and Geography and Environmental Science. I enjoy explaining complex ideas in a clear and easy to understand...

...friend. Even though that tutoring service is no longer operational, I continued to tutor students throughout my time at Columbia. As a tutor, I understand that each student is unique. Instead of doing to same routine, I like to develop a tutoring strategy that caters to each students' strengths and learning styles. I like to...

...style is characterized by engaging students and making it a very personalized and tailored experience. Im looking forward to meeting, working with and getting to know students who would benefit from tutoring in any of the socials science, ESL/EFL and college students who are planning to take the GRE or need assistance in writing college...

...English as their second language. Since I was so passionate about Spanish, I began to teach classes for elementary school students at a local library. In high school, I was the student aide to the Spanish department, where I worked closely with teachers to design lesson plans, create teaching materials, assist with teaching in the...

I graduated with my Master's Degree in Public Health last year, and then backpacked around 18 countries in Asia and Europe and am now reconnecting with family and enjoying life. I'm passionate about learning, exploring and teaching, and would love to tutor you. :) ... Anyone can learn and excel if taught in a proper and passionate way, with an understanding of the student's learning style

...academic pursuits. I'm patient and am excited to engage people in topics and ideas and conversations relating to their academic and personal growth! Making lasting connections through learning experiences is the key! As the exclamation points display, I have a very enthusiastic and optimistic personality. I weightlift and read a lot in my free time...

I am a recent graduate of Columbia University's American Studies MA program. I received my undergraduate degree at NYU in Journalism and Africana Studies. I have over 2 years experience helping students in NYC. I love reading, writing, and social and cultural analysis.

...the summers, I teach gifted middle school and high school students for Duke Talent Identification Program. In total, I have fifteen years of experience teaching across the interdisciplinary humanities. Additionally, I have published with scholarly journals and major university presses, including Harvard, Brill, Cambridge, and Duke. I will use my professional expertise to help you...

...focus and hone in on your weakness and strengths. We will work to figure out the areas where you need extra help -- and we will target them! We will also work to establish your strengths, and ensure that you are using them to your advantage. I look forward to working with you! I'm always...

I began my career in Physics and Mechanical Engineering beginning at Earlham and finishing at Columbia University. I now work as a Software Engineer in finance. Historically, I've tutoring anything in math, hard science, or computer science. I'm willing to help any student.... Everyone is interested in math and physics. Anyone can learn these subjects. There just needs to be more time spent gaining mathematical literacy in this country.

...learning how to write a history (or English) term paper, how to prepare for a history (or English) test, and how to read long dense history (or English) documents and understand them. My goal as a tutor is to make myself obsolete. My students will learn history facts, but they will also learn general patterns...

...Ivy-league institution. Beyond the classroom, I have expressed my passion for educating others through Global Outreach and Patient Education, in countries like Trinidad, Ethiopia and Cape Verde. Apart from that, I paint, tap dance, play violin and try to head to a beach whenever I can. I hope that we can connect and I look...