
Jacob: Compton tutor
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...also tutor students who are preparing for the SAT. I earned my B.A. in Comparative Literature from Columbia University and an M.A. in German from UC Berkeley, where I taught college German and received training in foreign language pedagogy. I love to learn, I am drawn to travel, and the experiences I have had enrich...
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Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature
Master of Arts, German
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800

Chris: Compton tutor
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...quickly mastered the practice of assessing my own learning style and developing techniques to help me derive maximum benefit from my strengths to achieve academic success. I soon began tutoring, helping my peers by assessing their learning styles and developing academic strategies for them based on their strengths. I discovered a passion for helping my...
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Bachelor in Arts, Molecular Biophysics

Daniel: Compton tutor
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...full potential. Dan then matriculated at Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons where he has excelled, receiving honors in all of his clinical rotations. Dan is an energetic, encouraging, and dedicated tutor who loves helping students achieve their goals. Through past experience tutoring pre-medical students for the MCAT, Dan has garnered a tutoring style that...
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Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Jules: Compton tutor
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...needs, but it was gratifying to clearly see my student academically grow. My favorite subjects to tutor would be Math and Languages. I see Math as number puzzles. I believe almost every complex equation can be solved with a series of simple equations; the puzzle is figuring out what easy calculations are needed to solve...
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Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Linguistics

Matt: Compton tutor
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...will receive my M.P.H. in 2016. My tutoring experience began in high school where I tutored other high school students in math and the basic sciences. As an undergraduate, I also spent two and a half years as a teaching assistant for the Introduction to Chemistry courses during which I acquired extensive teaching techniques and...
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Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience minor in Spanish & Chemistry
Master of Science, Human Nutrition
SAT Math: 700

Zach: Compton tutor
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...Organic Chemistry. For over a year, I have tutored college and high school students in these subjects. I learned that every student learns differently, so I try to utilize creativity in my teaching approaches. My goal is to steer each student to that “ah-ha” moment so that they truly understand the material. I am currently...
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Bachelor of Science, Finance
Postbaccalaureate Premedical Program

Thomas: Compton tutor
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...While I am confident in tutoring a wide-variety of subjects, science is my passion and I have a great love of biology. As a student, I always enjoyed learning most through examples and case studies, and when appropriate, I enjoy bringing in my research and patient experiences as a way to illustrate core concepts. Outside...
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Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience and Behavior
Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine

Shannon : Compton tutor
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...learn to become reflexive about their own thought processes and academic output. My own experience with AP English and Spanish, GRE, TOEFEL and TESOL test preparation and test design makes a strong test prep teacher. I have taught ESL, English reading and composition, Portuguese, anthropology, cultural studies, and music to a variety of learners in...
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Bachelor in Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies
PHD, Ethnomusicology

Ken: Compton tutor
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...York University. Throughout college and graduate school, I have tutored students from a multitude of backgrounds and helped them along their journey to academic success. Each student has their own path of least resistance, and helping them find the best way to understand a particular subject paves the way for future excellence in all areas...
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Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Master of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Math: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800

Sunny: Compton tutor
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...graduated magna cum laude from Columbia University. I earned a B.A. in Biology and Economics. I'm currently working as a Research Associate during my gap year before medical school. During my free time, I enjoy staying active, playing golf, swimming, running, and playing tennis. I love exploring new activities and neighborhoods in the NYC area.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology / Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

John: Compton tutor
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...background and a passionate interest in American/English Literature. Im strong on standardized test preparation. I am able to coach students through the material, while providing solid test-taking strategy. Im a great resource for college admission essays from the Common App, to long and short supplemental essays, to brag sheets and student resumes. As a Teacher...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
Masters in Business Administration, Marketing

Molly: Compton tutor
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...teaching students with a variety of needs. I can also tutor students through high school and college in History and Spanish as I hold degrees in both subjects from Columbia University. I am highly qualified to tutor Writing at all levels - from elementary to adult professional writing - as I have written two distinguished...
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Bachelor in Arts, History
Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780

Sam: Compton tutor
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...focus it requires, while always being sure to lighten it a bit with a sense of humor (I got my start as a comedy writer while at Columbia). I have varied interests outside of tutoring, all of which tend to run toward the artistic. I am an avid film-goer and a regular attendee of the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English

Francis: Compton tutor
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...and tribulations we all share as a global human family. Had it not been for this special teacher, my life would be a very different one, so I recognize the importance education, and specifically English as a subject, can have on an individual. I hope to help my students appreciate how this wonderful field can...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching of Secondary English

Kori: Compton tutor
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...they have mastered the material. I have been involved with education and outreach activities for over 15 years. Throughout high school I tutored and taught middle school students through a program that aimed to prepare these potential first generation college students to succeed in their high schools' college prep coursework. I continued teaching during college...
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Bachelor in Arts, Geology and Physics
Master of Arts, Earth & Environmental Sciences (Geophysics)

Rakhi: Compton tutor
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...while also pursuing pre-medical studies. In NYC, I gained a wide variety of teaching and tutoring experiences in classrooms, with private clients, and via community service work for non-profit organizations. Currently, I work at a middle school in Chicago teaching middle school math, as well as tutor for city clients. I am most passionate about...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Math
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550

John: Compton tutor
Certified Tutor
...of Human Nutrition at Columbia University (Disclaimer: I still indulge in McDonalds). I am now working as a clinical research assistant and am studying the effect of a weight drug on the cardiovascular and metabolic factors. In my spare time I like to snowboard at Okemo Mountain in Vermont, seek out awesome Thai food in...
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Bachelor of Science, Biologgy
Master of Science, Nutrition

Camille: Compton tutor
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...I have constructed curriculum for a program for middle school girls, and spent a semester training in preparation to be writing tutor at Duke’s writing center which serves graduate and undergraduate students across disciplines. I have a love for learning, and an appreciation for the richness that a interdisciplinary education provides. Helping others better understand...
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Bachelor in Arts, African and African American Studies
Master of Science, Narrative Medicine
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 33
ACT Reading: 33

Whitney: Compton tutor
Certified Tutor
...is in promoting positive child development for vulnerable children domestically and internationally. As a social worker I have studied and worked with children suffering from trauma. This background allows me to be able to handle difficult behaviors and create productive tutoring sessions. I love working with children because of their engaging spirit and optimism. I...
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Bachelor in Arts, Social Science with an emphasis in Psychology
Master of Science, Social Work

John: Compton tutor
Certified Tutor
...through pre-calculus by emphasizing real-world applications behind the numbers and equations. I focus on helping students develop problem solving skills that can not only be applied to a specific test or homework assignment, but also to any future assignments that build on that material. I currently work as an Ocean Engineer in the New York...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Earth & Environmental Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 700
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