Benjamin
Certified Tutor
...studies, particularly French Literature and Spanish immersion over the summers away from school. During winter and spring vacation from college, I tutored high school students who were preparing for all levels of Spanish exams in my hometown of Arlington, Virginia. I also helped with translation of English into Spanish for immigrants from Central America employed...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Megan
Certified Tutor
...Language Arts- from basic reading and phonics skills to AP Literature, ESL to SAT Verbal and Writing prep. My favorite subject to tutor is writing and composition skills- I love helping students of all levels find their voice. Reading critically and writing clearly are two of the most important skills students can learn, and I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720
Adam
Certified Tutor
...(History, Sociology, Psychology), and writing (general writing skills, GRE and SAT writing). I believe strongly that an education is one of the most important endeavors a person can pursue in his/her lifetime and work hard to convey that importance to my students but also work to be interactive and creative in the presentation of course...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Anthropology/Biology
Master of Arts, Anthropology
Paul
Certified Tutor
...tutoring in Florida for over 15 years in most subjects biological, and the increases in my students' test scores while I tutored them is validation of my effectiveness as a tutor. Teaching can be quite fun and rewarding, especially when you see improvement in the students' understanding of the course material. Let me show you...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Master of Science, Biology, General
Francis
Certified Tutor
...subject, can have on an individual. I hope to help my students appreciate how this wonderful field can help them navigate the complications of life by studying the wisdom of those who came before, and to assist them in writing their own contributions and thoughts. Through my years of experience teaching in the classroom, I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching of Secondary English
McKinley
Certified Tutor
...middle-school: loving learning and loving other people. I am continuing my work with high-promise youth in the city of Trenton through the PEI Probation and Intervention program, seeking to introduce a solid tutor into the lives of the young men and women who are seeking a second chance from the system. In my spare time,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History/Religious Studies
Masters, Religion
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
Michael
Certified Tutor
...In any kind of teaching environment, I find the best way to help a student is to give him or her the tool necessary to learn and do for themselves. So, instead of simply helping them to memorize information, enough to get by, I try to teach them ways to learn and comprehend the information...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Music/History
PHD, Musicology
Purvi
Certified Tutor
...tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and literature. I have a lot of experience tutoring students in standardized test preparation. I love finding new and fun ways to teach the subjects, and tailor my approach to match the student's interests. I think learning can be fun for everyone, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Master of Arts, International Communications and Development
Logan
Certified Tutor
...and mechanics. I feel confident that I can address any paper problems you might have and make the writing process less intimidating. Aside from academic papers, I also write comedy sketches and spend most of my free time improvising and creating webseries with friends. Performing as a comedian may not seem connected to my educational...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 720
SAT Writing: 740
Benjamin
Certified Tutor
...nearest to my heart. I have always been a gifted writer, and I enjoy being able to pass on that knowledge to learners. I am a talented editor with thorough knowledge of English grammatical intricacies that one might need to learn for English class, the SAT, the GRE, etc. My interests have always included sports...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics and History
Master of Arts, Linguistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 710
Megan
Certified Tutor
...graduated from William and Mary, and I am going to be attending Georgetown Medical School in the fall! I absolutely love science and try to translate that passion into my tutoring. I tutor elementary through college math and science and can also help out with MCAT and ACT test prep. I believe in finding ways...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience major, Public Health minor
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Nicole
Certified Tutor
...GRE or SAT. I have also taught high school and college students in science and mathematics. My approach to tutoring encourages students to build upon their strengths and to gain confidence in question areas that they once found challenging. I achieve these ends through accurate diagnostics, effective introduction of content and strategy, and positive reinforcement...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
PHD, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Heather
Certified Tutor
...can feel cut off, unheard, and sometimes hopeless. I also know that when you get help from someone who can really listen and understand what you need, it is such a relief. If you want an experienced, patient tutor who will really listen to you, then I am a great choice for you!... I believe that all students can succeed, and that it's important to focus on a student's individual strengths and interests.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Masters in Education, Secondary Education
Carla
Certified Tutor
...tutoring academic subjects such as elementary math, reading, writing and sol test prep. I have experience teaching and tutoring learners of all ages and of all skill levels. I use fun games and engaging activities. I use interesting stories and texts when teaching reading comprehension. I teach key strategies for improving scores. The strategies I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Linguistics/Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languges
Sahnun
Certified Tutor
...stories of past philosophers, mathematicians, and world leaders. Beyond this, I thoroughly enjoy playing FIFA '16 on Xbox One, surfing the web, computer programming, and watching silly YouTube videos. More than anything, I'm eager to impart some of the math/physics/economics know-how, tricks, and tips I've learned over the years from taking dozens of courses from the...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Physics
Katherine
Certified Tutor
...have been asked to contact their teachers. My passion is education, and I enjoy conveying this enthusiasm to my students in the following areas: Art History and AP Art History; American, World, and European History and AP levels; English, World, and American Literature; English Language Arts; Theology; Government; Social Studies; and French I, II, III,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Art History
Masters, Art History
Katrina
Certified Tutor
...you're teaching, you pass it on to your students. I'm the teacher at whom the students roll their eyes when I show them yet another corny mnemonic device, but I'm also the one to whom they come to thank the following year for all the things they were able to remember as a result. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Hispanic Studies
John
Certified Tutor
...of the four of us, that to this day is asked to double-check papers, to explain a formula, to clarify a concept. Even though I've decided to ultimately pursue a career in medicine, teaching is always something that has piqued my interest. I enjoy helping others learn, and I enjoy the new ways of learning...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chemistry
Saleh
Certified Tutor
...like games than like exams, and to do this, I focus on testing strategy, which has proved successful for me during my SAT and graduate level exams. In addition to my background in test prep, english and math tutoring, I have also been a teacher of improv comedy at the Washington Improv Theater, and bring some...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Masters, Healthcare Management/Business Analytics
GRE Quantitative: 157
Jeremy
Certified Tutor
...and differential equations required to navigate physics courses. My favorite part of these tutoring experiences is seeing the moments where big things click for the student. I find that the issues most people have with math and physics are the finer details. By discussing the concepts involved and talking through problems with the student, we...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Physics and Mathematics with a Minor in Communication
Masters, Physics
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