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Biography
...in Religious Studies at UNC Chapel Hill, looking to supplement my stipend with some tutoring jobs. I take my role as an educator very seriously, committing a great deal of time and energy to my courses at the University, and drawing upon my experience as both a high school and middle school teacher in the past. I have always enjoyed working with kids in recreational (summer camp) and educational capacities, and hope to do the... Read more
Can also tutor: GRE Subject Tests, Middle School Writing, College Level American History and 67 more subjects.
Education
- Occidental College - Bachelors, Religious Studies
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Current Grad Student, Religious Studies
Biography
...improvement, and apply their efforts towards utilizing those techniques. Similarly, for you, the student, practicing repeatedly without any structure is not sufficient for success or excellence in your academic pursuits. Having the right techniques and skills in your study toolkit is vastly more effective. Success comes not only from applying yourself, but in directing your efforts in the correct ways. You need both proper from and exposure when it comes to how you study and... Read more
Can also tutor: GRE Subject Tests, LSAT, MCAT and 32 more subjects.
Education
- Sacred Heart University - Bachelors, Philosophy; Religious Studies
- Catholic University of Leuven - Masters, Philosophy
Biography
...etc.), and biological sciences at all educational levels. I also feel confident in my abilities to teach math and science, as it relates to standardized test preparation (USMLE, MCAT, ACT, and SAT). Throughout my own academic career, I have found that I am particularly adept at teaching others of all ages and educational levels. For example, as a medical student, I was often required to educate fellow medical students, pre-medical students, resident and attending physicians,... Read more
Can also tutor: GRE Subject Tests, PCAT, MCAT and 181 more subjects.
Education
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelors, Biomedical Sciences
- New York Medical College - PHD, Doctor of Medicine
Biography
...of which all later chemistry subjects rely upon. In my experience teaching and tutoring, a mixture of conceptual discussions and problem solving has been most effective for helping struggling students. In addition, I have found that relating chemistry concepts and problems to topics that are familiar in our everyday lives is a great way to make sessions fun and interesting. In my free time, I enjoy playing ultimate frisbee and basketball, and watching football, basketball,... Read more
Can also tutor: GRE Subject Tests, Organic Chemistry, GRE Subject Test in Chemistry and 13 more subjects.
Education
- University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Master of Science, Chemistry
Biography
...and science because I really enjoy helping people and sharing my knowledge. Some great teachers made a big difference in my education because they helped me learn to solve problems and figure things out. I earned a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Chicago and a BS Chemistry and BA Physics from Lafayette College. While working, I went back to school, took business courses at Bucks County Community College and then earned my MBA... Read more
Can also tutor: Algebra 2, Pre-Algebra, Economics and 26 more subjects.
Education
- Lafayette College - Bachelors, Chemistry/Phyics
- University of Chicago - PHD, Chemistry
Biography
...the best way to learn and teach a subject is to tackle it with a variety of approaches. For example, students intimidated by the technical jargon of math often find problems easier to understand when symbols are replaced with words. Through such strategies, I aim to make dense material more communicable and relatable and to provide students with the confidence to accept new challenges. I am most excited to discuss ecology, evolution, and math, but... Read more
Can also tutor: AP English Literature and Composition, Science, AP English Language and Composition and 46 more subjects.
Education
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
Test Scores
- SAT Math: 720
- GRE Verbal: 168
Biography
...I also very much enjoy teaching British literature and the writing process. There is no better feeling to me than seeing the gratitude in a student's face when he or she exceeds expectations and can go on to complete the next step in his or her educational journey. Outside of teaching, I am a rabid baseball fan (Let's go, Mets!), I love going to concerts, and I enjoy hanging out with my cats.... I think education... Read more
Can also tutor: GRE Subject Tests, MCAT, GMAT and 103 more subjects.
Education
- James Madison University - Bachelors, English
- James Madison University - Masters, Secondary Education
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
- SAT Verbal: 770
Biography
...experience, and I'm excited to work with you to address your specific needs! I was born in Denver, CO, and grew up in a small ski town called Steamboat Springs. I graduated as the valedictorian of my high school class and moved to New York to study philosophy at Columbia University. After college, I spend two years teaching English in the public school system in Japan before going back to Columbia to complete my pre-med... Read more
Can also tutor: Middle School Reading Comprehension, English, Essay Editing and 73 more subjects.
Education
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Doctor of Medicine, Neurobiology and Behavior
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 35
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Math: 34
Biography
...interest in them during high school. I attended a private school where I was given the opportunity to discover a large range of topics I had never thought about pursuing, such as engineering and biomedical sciences. In college, I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics, while minoring in Arabic and gaining a certificate in Middle Eastern and North African studies. During this period, I started tutoring at my school's academic success center. I... Read more
Can also tutor: Homework Support, Biology, Pre-Algebra and 29 more subjects.
Education
- University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Bachelors, Linguistics
- University of Chicago - Current Grad Student, Middle Eastern Studies
Test Scores
- ACT Reading: 34
- ACT Science: 32
Biography
...usually find that it is a very relaxed, hands-on, and visual process. I excel at tutoring biological subjects, but I also really enjoy helping students improve their writing and standardized testing skills. Every student is different, and so I firmly believe that studying and learning habits should be tailored to each person. I make it a goal to help students discover how they learn best! I can also help students with organization and time management... Read more
Can also tutor: Phonics, GRE Verbal, Graduate Test Prep and 35 more subjects.
Education
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Sciences
- Arizona State University - Master of Science, Biology, General
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 32
- ACT English: 33
- ACT Math: 34
Biography
...at the United Nations, leading sales for an international pharmaceuticals company, and teaching students of a wide range of ages in Korea, I excel at connecting with people on a level that they understand. As an educator, I seek to bring real-world value to whatever I am teaching, helping students to understand how the topic at hand connects to their everyday lives. I always strive to be engaging and make my lessons as fun and... Read more
Can also tutor: GRE Verbal, Geography, Graduate Test Prep and 26 more subjects.
Education
- McGill University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Test Scores
- GRE Verbal: 166
Biography
...I 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
Can also tutor: PSAT Mathematics, PSAT, GRE Analytical Writing and 17 more subjects.
Education
- Duke University - Bachelors, Public Policy
- Brown University - Masters, Urban Education Policy
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 35
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Math: 35
Biography
...lead, inspire, and mentor my students. Do you have test anxiety? Math anxiety, specifically? Is it difficult for you to create, organize, and execute a study plan? Or do you simply want straightforward, content-based prep and study help? In either case, I'm excited to help you achieve your academic and standardized test goals. My academic credentials consist of a BA in Political Science and German from the University of Rhode Island, and a Master's degree... Read more
Can also tutor: Graduate Test Prep, ISEE-Lower Level Quantitative Reasoning, German and 47 more subjects.
Education
- University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Political Science & German
- Duke University - Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
Biography
...my intuition for not only acing exams but for understanding exactly how to work with students of all backgrounds and temperaments. My teaching style involves Socratic Questioning and is highly interdisciplinary. It is never a one-way stream of information. I will be asking you a lot of questions along the way. The two most lessons that I teach to my students: 1. tolerance of uncertainty; and 2. confidence in your own self-efficacy. Everyone can attain... Read more
Education
- New York University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
- New York University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
- SAT Math: 800
- SAT Verbal: 800
Biography
...am currently a medical student in Virginia. In addition to my educational experience, I have nearly five years of work experience in the biomedical field. My expertise lies in the life sciences and standardized testing. I have tutored the MCAT, SAT, ACT, and GRE. I understand the importance of attaining high scores on standardized exams, as these often can open up many great educational and professional opportunities. In my spare time I love to play... Read more
Can also tutor: MCAT, GRE Subject Tests, MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems and 49 more subjects.
Education
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Biology, General
- VCU School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Doctor of Medicine
Biography
...and universal skills we need in life. My goal is to help students get the most out of their education. This means more than just earning good grades. It means learning to enjoy school, learning how to learn, and learning how to think for themselves. It is an ambitious goal, but it is one for which any progress is cause for celebration. So when appropriate, I take my time to show students not just how... Read more
Can also tutor: 10th Grade, Science, 11th Grade Writing and 56 more subjects.
Education
- Biola University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Biography
...Response to Literature. I have also served as an Education Intern with the National Park Service's Education program at Golden Gate National Recreation Area in San Francisco, where I led education programs for third-grade and sixth-grade students. I currently serve as a Substitute Teacher at The Westminster Schools in Atlanta. In my free time I enjoy writing poetry, running, hiking, and spending time with friends. I approach teaching through a student-centered philosophy--I listen to students'... Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, Essay Editing, Graduate Test Prep and 14 more subjects.
Education
- Colorado College - Bachelors, Environmental Science
- New College of California - Masters, Poetics
Test Scores
- GRE Quantitative: 152
- GRE Verbal: 167
Biography
I'm passionate about teaching students in the areas of reading comprehension, grammar, and English literature. For two semesters I served as instructional associate for a course in introductory grammar at Syracuse University's prestigious S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications. It was one of the most rewarding experiences I had as a graduate student. I loved seeing my students make progress and begin enjoying a course that they had been struggling with. Read more
Can also tutor: Graduate Test Prep, Essay Editing, French 2 and 18 more subjects.
Education
- Indiana University - Bachelors, English Literature
- Syracuse University - Masters, Arts Journalism
Test Scores
- GRE Verbal: 162
Biography
...mostly worked with non-traditional students ranging in ages 17-70, many of whom use English as a second language. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Writing and Literature. In my experience, a lot of people fear writing because they think theyre not good at it. I enjoy trying to ease this tension because I see writing as an art and a way to express how we feel about ourselves... Read more
Can also tutor: GRE Subject Tests, LSAT, Social Sciences and 47 more subjects.
Education
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln - PHD, English
Biography
...GRE in a classroom setting. I received a score of 730 on my Verbal Section and a score of 770 on my Quantitative Section. I use the ETS GRE text, as the Educational Testing Service (ETS) creates and administers the exam, and I find it the most realistic indicator of how the questions will appear on test day. I hand out guides for the Quantitive section (with formulas and hints for the Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry... Read more
Can also tutor: GMAT, Pre-Algebra, SAT Math and 33 more subjects.
Education
- Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, History, English
- George Washington University - Master of Arts, History
Test Scores
- SAT Writing: 750
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