Certified Tutors From Bowdoin College

...assistance in essay writing, and adult learners wishing to advance their reading skills after years of struggling. I understand that everyone learns and builds confidence differently and, therefore, I tailor my lessons to suit individual needs. I have gained my students' trust through patience, steady guidance, and successful results that we get to celebrate together.

...and Biology, and I am particularly passionate about Biochemistry and Microbiology. I also offer and enjoy test prep, including the SAT and independent school entrance exams such as the ISEE and SSAT. As an educator, I am passionate about helping every student, because I believe that everyone has the potential to succeed in Science and...

...the teacher works to facilitate guided discovery and so is in constant dialogue with the student. Those students needed to learn English in a way that was relevant to them. This approach has been informed through a year and a half teaching in Russia as well as my education. I completed my B.A. in History...

...for six years but my favorite subjects to tutor are Trigonometry and Geometry because I think there are many different ways to visualize these types of problems. Often times all it takes to understand a concept is an alternate way of thinking about it and I have found this eventual comprehension to be extremely rewarding...

...experience tutoring students at all proficiency levels in the language. My bilingual background has also given me the opportunity to work with native Spanish speakers in other academic subjects. I bring a compassionate and collaborative approach to teaching. I strongly believe that a tutor must treat his or her student as a teammate and not...

...level of organization, listening, patience, clear and concise communication, exact writing, and interest in many disciplines informed by a wide variety of reading and experience. My undergraduate degrees are from Bowdoin College, Brunswick, ME (Foreign Languages) and Capital University, Columbus, OH (Athletic Training). I hold a Master's degree in French Literature from the University of...

...College with a degree in mathematics. I have previously tutored for a variety of subjects including, math and science courses. I also have experience as an SAT tutor. I believe patience, empathy, sincerity, and detailed knowledge are all keys to make tutoring successful for a student. Outside of academia I enjoy writing, drawing or painting,...

...led a Special Olympics Organization at my school, taught swimming lessons to all ages, coached a swim team, coached other sports, and have tutored younger students. I really enjoyed standardized tests when I was in high school and have a lot of practice helping others with them. I am excited to figure out how to...

...school math. I am patient, flexible, and enjoy discovering which approaches work most effectively for each individual I work with. Every student is different, and as a result, every student learns differently as well. I have thoroughly enjoyed each of my previous experiences working with high school students, particularly in an academic setting. Teaching and...

...teacher. After Fay, I attended Teachers College at Columbia University where I received my M.A. in Education Policy. I love education and I love working with those who want to learn and try new things. I believe the best way to learn is through practice, interactive lessons, and allowing the student to take ownership of...

...I was captain of the men's varsity soccer team and received my BA in Biology. After college I wound up working in specialty finance and healthcare investment banking for a number of years before eventually deciding to go to medical school which I just completed this year. In medical school I was a TA in...

...language arts areas and test prep, such as the SAT, ACT, and GRE tests. I also have experience helping students prepare for the SSAT and ISEE exams. I think an added benefit is that I get along well with students of all kinds. My goal is to assist all students with their test objectives so...

...an honors thesis in the English department. I have also completed a Masters of Divinity at Union Theological Seminary and am in the process of applying for medical school. As a tutor, I enjoy working with reading, writing, and math, as I have extensive experience in these areas. I specialize in the GRE and MCAT, and...

...the power of education to bring people together and also bring solutions to many of the nation's and the world's troubles. I also like to keep learning fun and always enjoy turning challenges into puzzles. In my spare time I like to read, cook/bake, compete with my running club, and explore New York City. I...

...my passion and dedication to educate students of all communities, I also have experience helping students academically and athletically. I am a recent graduate of Bowdoin College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biochemistry and Sociology. In high school, I tutored peers and underclassmen in geometry, calculus, and chemistry. At Bowdoin College, I was...

...far one of the most exciting and rewarding careers to have. Although I enjoy working with a larger classroom of students, I especially enjoy working 1-on-1 with students. There is incredible joy in working together to make progress towards a goal, or to discover capacities students didn't even know they had. Tutoring is a place...

I am currently serving as the Assistant Principal for STEM Middle Academy in Springfield, MA. I look forward to working with you to achieve your academic goals.... I would try to relate the concept being taught to something familiar or tangible to get them excited/engaged.... I would use both formative and summative assessments to determine if students are learning the material.

...library workshops for members of the community. After graduating in 2014, I went to work in market research. After about two years, I realized that I was not fulfilled and wanted to pursue a career where I could help individuals one-on-one as I used to as a tutor. I am currently a part-time tutor at...

...be most helpful in English, biology, and American history. I received a "5" on all AP tests for Literature, Biology and US History in high school, and love those subjects dearly. I've also worked with a lot of elementary school students on their reading and math skills. Email me if you have further questions, I'd...

...get my Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology at the MGH Institute of Health Professions. For those of you thinking of taking the GRE after years away from school, I can relate since I was in the same boat last summer. Getting back into test prep mode required lots of practice, trial and error and...