Nicole
Certified Tutor
...Yorker, I graduated from Hunter College High School and went to Williams College, where I majored in biology and Spanish. Afterwards, I got a Master's in science journalism from NYU. I have published science articles in The Atlantic, Popular Science, Audubon Magazine, Vice, and more. My goal is to make learning as highly efficient and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, Spanish
Masters, Science Journalism
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Nathalie
Certified Tutor
...prepping 7th graders for the New York City Specialized High School Admissions Test. I am currently in my 6th year as a 1st grade teacher in a K-8 school in Manhattan. At my school, I have had the opportunity to teach 1st-7th graders in after-school enrichment and test prep in Science, Literacy, Math, and Art....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History, Educational Studies
Masters, Childhood Education, Middle School Mathematics
Jacob
Certified Tutor
...a few minutes earlier. I majored in theater and astrophysics at Columbia University and I am now a playwriting MFA at NYU, one of the best programs in the country (the story of how I transitioned from physics to theater is pretty funny and I???m happy to share it). While my intensive study of advanced...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Drama and Astrophysics
Masters, Playwriting
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800
Anna
Certified Tutor
...For the past year, I've taught and tutored students in SAT, ACT, and reading and writing enrichment in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. I love reading, learning new things, and climbing rocks, and I travel whenever possible. The most important thing to me is movement: as long as I stay active, I'm happy.... Less is more. As a teacher, I aspire to let my students carry the weight of their instruction. The less I lecture, the...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Art History and Politics
Stephen
Certified Tutor
...Through continuous assessment, data analysis, and reflection I tailor my practice to ensure the needs of diverse learners are matched and high expectations are being met. It is my belief that students are most successful when a sound action plan, based on performance data, is developed and pushes them towards mastery of material.... As a professional, educating and advocating for the success of all children, I challenge myself to create that positive foundation that motivates all...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Childhood and Special Education
Masters, Sociology and Education
Aileen
Certified Tutor
...6, and Students with Disabilities (Generalist) Grades 7 - 12. I have been teaching for four years in New York City, grades 6 - 8. I have taught Mathematics grades 6 - 8, Computers, and as a Special Education teacher across subjects ( Math, Science, ELA, Art, Spanish etc.) Prior to teaching full time, I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Secondary Math Education
Masters, Secondary Math Education
SAT Math: 710
Jessica
Certified Tutor
...background is in teaching composition, creative writing and analytical writing to college students. I have a PhD in Comparative Literature and I've published essays, stories, and plays. I taught at the University of Notre Dame for nine years. I am happy to be tutoring now because it gives me the opportunity to have an impact...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, French, Women's Studies
PHD, Comparative Literature
Meghan
Certified Tutor
...effective learning tools for each individual student. No two learners are alike, so I think it is important to approach learning as an exploration. I am committed to engaging students on this journey of self discovery that is learning, and finding the tools that best work for them. Outside of tutoring, I am a theatre...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Drama
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 780
Michael
Certified Tutor
...them. I strive to help people help themselves. Learning is a creative experience and fostering a passion for learning creates people who will inspire others to do the same. I enjoy working with all age groups and particularly those students who feel stressed out by the impersonal nature of technology and certain educational environments. I am...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Music
PHD, Music
Anita
Certified Tutor
...Eastern Europe (focus on politics and economics) and a BA from New York University in History and Journalism. I have taught for over 10 years at colleges in the greater New York City area and volunteered for two years as a Peace Corps Volunteer to teach in Ukraine in the International Relations Department, Odessa National...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Art History and Journalism
Masters, Regional Studies: Russia, Eurasia and Eastern Europe
Caroline
Certified Tutor
...my first semester at New York University, studying to create my own major of Political Satire. Idealy, this will involve be a combination of Creative Writing and Political Science, with a minor in Screenwriting. I'm also a recent graduate of Phillips Academy, a boarding preparatory school in Andover, Massachusetts. I tutor a wide range of...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Political Satire (Creative Writing + Political Science)
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Ilana
Certified Tutor
...learning and curiosity. I am able to tutor all aspects of ELA in Elementary School, including reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, phonics, decoding, comprehension and more, which are my favorite to teach or tutor. In addition, I am very proficient and eager to help with all aspects of English and essay writing or editing from elementary...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Early Childhood Education & Special Education
Audrey
Certified Tutor
...a system unwilling to support diverse learning needs. I am determined to guide my students towards success by helping them hone in on their unique skill sets. I also spent my entire senior year of college writing my undergraduate thesis. I went through an extensive research and essay editing process to finalize my thesis and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Art History
Masters, Early Childhood Education
Brent
Certified Tutor
...this passion with others. As part of my History Honors program in undergrad, I was able to help tutor other students in these subjects, including preparing for exams. I also have experience in providing peer reviews and constructive critiques in graduate level writing in multiple fields. Coming from a family of teachers, education has always...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History
Masters, French Studies
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 35
GRE Quantitative: 149
Dylan
Certified Tutor
...training with the Army ROTC program at Fordham University. I believe that discipline and motivation are fundamentals to learning, and these are characteristics that can me taught and honed to create a successful learning environment. I want each of my students to be confident in their abilities to perform and proud of their work.... Students should feel free to explore their subjects. I believe in immersive teaching, not lecturing. Students should feel free asking questions.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Drama
Brooke
Certified Tutor
I am a freshman at New York University, Tisch School of the Arts, currently earning my BFA in Acting. I have a strong interest and background in English, Literature, and Public Speaking and love writing as well. ... As a student myself, I understand how guidance in any particular subject can boost confidence and help encourage a greater sense of enthusiasm, so I hope to bring a sense of support and understanding in subject areas where...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Acting BFA
Nikhil
Certified Tutor
...me due to their application towards everyday technology. Along with economics, these are my favorite subjects to tutor because they involve concrete answers deeply rooted in logic. As a tutor, I strive to help students better understand complex problems and develop problem-solving skills. This mindset is obviously crucial for tests, but it also helps students...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 32
Michelle
Certified Tutor
I am a recent graduate of Columbia University's American Studies MA program. I received my undergraduate degree at NYU in Journalism and Africana Studies. I have over 2 years experience helping students in NYC. I love reading, writing, and social and cultural analysis.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Journalism and Africana Studies
Masters, American Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380
SAT Writing: 710
GRE Quantitative: 151
Kelly
Certified Tutor
...As a PhD Linguist, I have a solid understanding of phonetics, second language acquisition, and cross-linguistic differences. I am also experienced with training students for American standardized tests including the SAT, ACT and GRE. These tests require endurance and confidence as well as fundamental skills, which means that all these components have to be learned,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Classics, Linguistics
PHD, Linguistics
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