Ben: Durham tutor
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...both its meaning in my personal heritage and in the vast culture Germany contains. It is an appreciation for culture as citizens of the world that is a vital part of learning foreign languages. In my free time, I enjoy discovering new recipes to cook, composing music, going to the gym, and reading or writing...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, German Studies
ACT English: 31
Thomas: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor
...and video, and worked as a crucial part of a fast-paced development team. I have experience with most aspects of a corporate development environment. I have also released an audio cd created entirely using Python code. I hope to share my expertise with my students, helping to prepare them for a real world of work.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Rachel: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor
...I don't believe this is true. I think everyone can be a "math person" with the right individualized approach, and I thoroughly enjoy the challenges and rewards of helping students become confident problem-solvers both inside the classroom and beyond! Outside of tutoring and my own studies, I enjoy cooking, graphic design, college sports, and singing...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Education, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 800
Giovanni: Durham tutor
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...passion of mine because I believe that students should have a support system and a mentor guiding them with their studies, which was something I did not have growing up. Throughout my college career, I tutored my peers in Chemistry and Biology. I also mentored middle school students at nearby Chicago Public Schools. I was...
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Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Kendra: Durham tutor
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...students realize that, yes, they could write their essays and papers!--even when they had been convinced they couldn't. I ended up teaching and tutoring many different kinds of writing, so I am able to "speak" business, legal, academic, and even creative writing. It's wonderful that I can now help students via computer, and am no...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
Doctor of Philosophy, English
Kade: Durham tutor
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...currently a second-year at Northwestern University studying biology and chemistry on the pre-medical track. Outside of school/tutoring, I spend time volunteering for my university's annual Dance Marathon fundraiser, a member of Camp Kesem, working as a study group mentor, and I'm also into running and hiking. I look forward to tutoring y'all!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 760
Kylie: Durham tutor
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...I tutor all subjects for grades K-4, but my favorite to teach is reading. Reading is necessary for every subject, so I love having the chance to work with students on their reading skills. My teaching style is very student-centered. I know what needs to be taught, but I adjust the way I am teaching...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Masters in Education, Educational Administration
Zoya: Durham tutor
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...school years competing in national and local Math competitions (alongside a brief internship spent at NASA's Kennedy Space Center engaging in robotics design). Before I began my graduate degree, I worked as a full-time teaching associate at Success Academy Charter Schools, where I served as a lead Mathematics instructor and academic advisor to Grade 8...
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Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Master of Science, Journalism
Sean: Durham tutor
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...Year Fellow at the University of Miami, working as a peer mentor to assist students in making the academic transition to college. In this role, I helped freshman develop study and organizational skills, write cover letters and applications to internships and create plans to become competitive applicants to various different graduate programs. Currently, I serve...
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Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences
Leah: Durham tutor
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...easy and fun to get a feel for molecular biology fundamentals by looking at models of DNA/RNA/protein--thousands of which are available for free at the Protein Data Bank. I'm always trying to encourage more people to play with this free and easy-to-use resource for biomolecular art/education. I would love to show you how to use it...
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Bachelor in Arts, Neurobiology and Behavior
GRE: 331
GRE Verbal: 169
Erin: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor
...In one word, my tutoring style is collaborative: I tailor my approach to engage each student and create long-lasting confidence in the material and themself. I've also worked with students with ADHD and mood disorders, so I understand the importance of designing tutoring sessions around each student's unique needs in creating a productive learning atmosphere....
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Bachelor in Arts, Women's Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 710
Connor: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor
...for four years with Northwestern's Department of French and Italian, and I previously tutored math (from kindergarten to SAT prep) with Mathnasium. I also taught English as a second language through the Paper Airplanes program, which pairs tutors with Syrian refugees for virtual lessons. I gained a DALF C1 in French at the end of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720
Fernanda: Durham tutor
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...most passionate about English Literature, Languages, Legal Studies, and Writing. I fell in love with books when my parents and I moved from our hometown of Rio to the US, and I used literature as a way to help me learn the English language. As an English major and editor of an online publication, I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Oliver: Durham tutor
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My name is Oliver. I'm a current student at Northwestern University and standardized test tutor. I've been tutoring for the past 3 years and have helped many students score well on the SAT, ACT, PSAT, and similar exams. I am also fluent in French.
Education & Certification
Engineer, Industrial Engineering
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Claire: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor
...for students ages 4-15 in reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills. For eight years I worked in private homes supporting the learning needs of each child for both their school work and individual tutoring to catch up, keep up, and get ahead. I hold a B.A. from DePaul University and M.A. from Northwestern University with...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Master of Arts, Public Administration
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Amira: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor
...coursework during my collegiate career, I am more than capable of helping students in AP and college-level chemistry (general + organic), introductory biology, anatomy & physiology, etc. as well as high school science and math courses. I believe in a personalized approach to helping students learn, which includes a general survey of the students strengths...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Darren: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor
I'm a third year at Northwestern studying Physics. I really care about communicating in a precise and clear way. I will constantly gauge your understanding of the material with problems and by asking you to explain your understandings. I will try to emphasize important understandings and habits necessary for long term success and enjoyment.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Physics
Thomas: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor
...will last a lifetime. I want to see the world through the student's eyes and hopefully they will be able to see additional aspects of their world through my eyes. As an industrial organic chemist, I have found that maintaining a questioning attitude is of great importance in problem solving and personal development. I look...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Doctor of Philosophy, Organic Chemistry
John: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor
...for empowering youth through fostering critical thinking. For my entire life, I've been dedicated to deepening y understanding of the English language. I am a voracious reader, avid writer, and meticulous proofreader. I've had the opportunity to practice my skills in helping others shape their own writing as both a tutor and a Teaching Apprentice...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
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