Matthew
Certified Tutor
...building concepts from the ground up but also enjoy helping students to "just get done" with their homework. Though I'm particularly fond of math and science, I can provide assistance in almost any subject (from Latin to world geography to art history), and can also help in preparing students for standardized tests such as the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 780
Cameron
Certified Tutor
...and I view it as a way to pay-it-forward, as I have also needed the assistance of tutors throughout my academic career. My expertise stems from the coursework in my undergraduate degree and from my previous job as a paid scientific researcher. As the only scientist in a large family, I am also very good...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Molecular and Cellular Biology
PHD, Genetics
Frank
Certified Tutor
...positive results, averaging over 275 points of improvement. My last class of 20 students averaged over 300 points of improvements. I have had similar success preparing students for SAT subject tests and AP exams. My students benefit from my comprehensive knowledge of the subject matter, high energy, enthusiasm, and patience. I spend time getting to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics
Masters in Business Administration, Business
Alison
Certified Tutor
...as a Communication Fellow. I attended Stanford University for both my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Biology, with a minor in Chemistry. While there, I researched the immune system and how asthma and allergies develop. After college I managed a summer camp where I developed my love of working with people and the mountains. In...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Master of Science, Biology, General
Diana
Certified Tutor
...certified elementary and ESL teacher committed to my students and their learning. I am passionate about teaching and love finding new ways to help my students. I became an ESL teacher as a result of my own personal interest in languages and linguistics. I have studied several languages extensively and am fluent in Spanish.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Masters, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800
Moiz
Certified Tutor
...courses. I focused my efforts on the practical applications of what they were learning to make the subject matter more interesting. Tutoring students also opened up a part of me that truly enjoys helping others. I have volunteered as an after school mentor to teach inner city students about math and science and in the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science, Civil/Environmental Engineering
Steven
Certified Tutor
...and abilities affords me many skills as a tutor. I studied abroad in Mexico and Germany while in college and developed a passion for languages and traveling. I spent this past summer backpacking through many countries in Europe and I also took students abroad to Germany for the first time. I love teaching because I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish, German
Master of Arts, Education
State Certified Teacher
Emily
Certified Tutor
...continued my studies in math, I have come to believe it is essential as it helps to develop problem solving skills as well as fundamental principles of logic. These skills have helped me through various subjects like statistics and general chemistry. I like to tutor through concrete examples, and my ultimate goal is to help...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computational Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
Andrew
Certified Tutor
...at Stanford, which included holding office hours for students to help with homework and test prep. I have the most experience tutoring lower division engineering classes such as this (physics, statics, strength of materials, mechanics) but also enjoy and am comfortable with a wide array of math subjects from algebra to calculus. I am a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Melanie
Certified Tutor
...with clients as they apply to college and graduate school, by helping with both test prep and admissions essays. I approach my tutoring with an open mind and work with clients to develop a preparation strategy that works for them and support them as they execute it, making changes as necessary. I like to help...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy
Juris Doctor, N/A
LSAT: 174
Jordan
Certified Tutor
A writer and screenwriter in the West Village, Jordan has written for Grantland, The Awl, AOL News, and on a 30 for 30 short film.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Tom
Certified Tutor
...learning a foreign language: listening and reading is much easier than speaking and writing. It is all too easy to fall into the trap of believing that if you come to class and understand what the instructor is saying, you don't need to practice the material. Accordingly, I emphasize the need to practice "speaking" the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
PHD, Biophysical Chemistry
Diana
Certified Tutor
...ranging from arithmetic to algebra to trig and calculus, with my main love and main focus being on algebra. What I love about algebra is the detective work---figuring out what needs to be done to solve a problem instead of just attacking it with a calculator. My tutoring style is to adapt my explanations to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Masters, Philosophy
Idara
Certified Tutor
...tutor a broad range of subjects I am most passionate about High School Math and Finance. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it is a key to unlock the potential in your life and provide new opportunities previously unimaginable. In my spare time I am an avid runner and former Olympian and am...
Education & Certification
Master of Science, Management Science & Engineering
Josh
Certified Tutor
...sound. That said, I still have a secret crush on math and science, and I love exploring and analyzing languages and the written word. (In fact, much of the music I have written has been inspired by literary or linguistic concepts.) I have taught courses in music theory, history, and composition at the University of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Music, Concentration in Composition
Masters, Music Composition
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Darienne
Certified Tutor
...their level and keep the lessons fun! When students actually enjoy going to tutoring sessions, they can really excel. In my spare time, I am an avid reader, I enjoy Yoga, and art. I also hold a leadership position with the experimental performance group Odyssey Works and have curated two exhibitions, one of which is...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature
Master of Science, Material Culture & Decorative Arts
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 730
Catherine
Certified Tutor
...grade to university level. I especially enjoy helping students with test prep and am qualified to teach all sections of the SAT and GRE, including math. I would also love to tutor in history, literature, and writing. Currently, I am earning my PhD in early modern European History from Stanford University. I am also a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
PHD, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800
Milan
Certified Tutor
...Varsity Tutors team. His main academic interests are English, philosophy, math, and computer science, but Milan enjoys many other subjects (psychology, physics, and economics to name a few). He is fluent in Spanish and an active member of the Latino community. In his free time, he enjoys reading, writing, and taking the occasional photograph.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Computer Science, English (double major)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750
Mary Carolyn
Certified Tutor
...college, where I worked as a peer tutor of both Latin and Math. The students I have tutored thank me again and again for helping them enjoy and succeed in what was often their worst class. My experience with the SAT enables me to tutor SAT test prep as well, a subject that can be...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Classics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Olivia
Certified Tutor
...love seeing my students discover, grow, and succeed. In my tutoring, I strive to get to know each student's individual learning style and then to adapt my lesson plans to the student's needs. I am determined to help each student unlock their potential and find their love of learning through a positive learning environment that...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Undecided
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
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