Certified Tutors From Earlham College

...years of tutoring and teaching experience is that it is really important to meet people where they are. Everyone learns differently, and I consider it my responsibility to adapt, research and do my part to find something that works well for each of my students. My experiences have taught me that for teachers and tutors,...

...am fascinated by the living things and how the living world functions. I believe that teaching any natural science topic is best accomplished through inquiry-based, hands-on learning, conducted through investigative and exploratory lessons and activities. My favorite past-time activities and hobbies include reading of action-adventure sci-fi-based novels as well nature/science books and magazines; nature photography;...

...collect data from endangered Allen Cays iguanas, observed maternal behavior in vervet monkeys, and did an independent research project looking for West Nile Virus in bird specimens from the Joseph Moore Museum of Natural History. I traveled extensively in college, all on biology-focused abroad programs, visiting East Africa, Ecuador, the Galapagos islands, and the Bahamas....

...for three years during college tutoring cell physiology and genetics classes. I am very hands-on, have a great sense of humor, and am very patient. My method of teaching revolves around working through the problem with the student, and then having the student explain their answers to me by walking me through their thought process.

...chemistry has intrigued me. I believe the subject can be fun, easy, and useful. In tutoring, I hope to help others see chemistry this way. I have experience tutoring and seem to get students to understand concepts. My belief is that most students can consistently get the right solutions with a little practice and sometimes...

...text analysis; I am able to help with these topics in standardized testing and am excited to work with any age group. I love thinking about new, big and interesting ideas in any kind of discipline and I am passionate about learning in all forms. I believe that learning can and should extend far outside...

...try to go a few steps further by working to understand my students' thought processes and to actively involve them in solving the problems that have been giving them trouble. I am a graduate of Earlham College, where I majored in philosophy. In addition, I hold a Masters Degree for teaching social studies from Columbia...

...recognize that these are the primary focuses of most students looking for tutoring, but I would also be more than happy to tutor subjects like literature, history, and philosophy if anyone so desired. In regards to my teaching philosophy, I implement different strategies dependent on environment, content, and a student's needs. I can say that...

...Chemistry from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. I have taught college and high school level chemistry for 12 years. I have experience helping people of all backgrounds and abilities. I can create extra practice problems for you. I ask a lot of questions to make sure you understand the material. I would love to help...

...high school youth in a Washington DC. After seminary, I have been working as a campus minister, most recently at Guilford College in Greensboro, NC. There I was a Teaching Assistant for two years. I love to connect subjects to the real world and popular culture to help students more fully understand their homework.

Bonjour y hola todos! My name is Cat and I love languages. I am studying French, Spanish, and Arabic and am loving every second of it!

...teacher. As I helped students improve their English, I continued to be immersed in Argentine society which allowed me to strengthen my language skills. This taught me that even though I was a teacher, I continued to learn so much more about learning and speaking a foreign language. One can never truly stop learning. I...

...graduate of Earlham College with dual bachelor's degrees in Human Development and Social Relations and Theatre Arts. I have worked with kids from early elementary school through high school, primarily focusing on reading fluency and critical reading skills. I'm very passionate about literature and history and love to help spark interest and understanding in young...

...for excellence, but I want them to find what they love about learning overall. Especially, in a subject they are struggling with. It is important when you are teaching a child that we get them invested in their own education. It is not enough for a teacher to be the only one invested.

I am a patient and knowledgeable teacher. I'd be happy to help you for as long as you need, in the style that best works for you!

...name is Tyrique and I am a research assistant at Mayo Clinic. I graduated from Earlham College as a pre-med and double majored in Biochemistry and Psychology. I plan to attend medical school where I will obtain my MD, and hopefully my Ph.D. in a combined program. My career goal is to become a pediatrician...

...education. My experiences outside the classroom including being a tutor, trivia quiz master, and a forensics coach. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about language because the ability to read and write influences every subject -- including science and math! My students see me as a member of their...

...populations, and traveled to Ghana to study under doctors of various disciplines. Since graduating, I have worked in the pharmaceutical industry as a chemist and more recently as a specialist in regulatory affairs, while teaching piano at the primer and intermediate levels to students aged 5-35. While I hope to tutor a wide range of...

...Zoom, where I employ a student-centered approach tailored to individual learning styles. I believe in creating a supportive and engaging learning environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking. My goal is to help students achieve their academic success while instilling a lifelong appreciation for the sciences. In my free time, I enjoy running and traveling.