
Benjamin
Certified Tutor
...the past two years at the college level at Northern Arizona University, Coconino Community College, and now at Shoreline Community College. I have been tutoring in mathematics since I was in high school. Mathematics is a difficult subject to teach because it is so comprehensive and individual. You cannot solve a problem if there is...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Math
Master of Science, Math

Nisma
Certified Tutor
...I think education is absolutely essential to shaping a person’s character, opinions, and success in life which is why I enjoy tutoring, and more importantly, mentoring students. I've previously tutored the SAT and really enjoy cracking the Critical Reading and Writing sections of the exam – because I love reading and writing. I tutored Economics...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Master of Arts, International Development Economics
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 730

Colin
Certified Tutor
...some point and am currently looking for tutoring opportunities within the 5 boroughs. I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring middle school Science and Math, from grades 4 to 8. I can also tutor in high school level Biology and Chemistry. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, playing sports, and cards.... I first like to take a look at the student's work in school and see where problem areas for the student lie. From there,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Austin
Certified Tutor
...completing my undergraduate degree, I have been tutoring Math for the last two years and preparing for graduate school to earn my Teaching degree. My favorite subject is Multivariable Calculus because it led me to realize that I wanted to help other people learn Math. I have taken college courses such as Number Theory, Analysis,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Mark
Certified Tutor
...main subjects are Literature, English, and Mathematics. In my spare time I enjoy reading, traveling, studying music, and science. I was a student of Chemistry for several years, but then I decided to pursue literature for my degrees. My favorite author is Shakespeare (I have one article about his plays accepted for publication by a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, English
SAT Math: 750
GRE: 332
GRE Quantitative: 168

Clarise
Certified Tutor
...that teaching is about building a comfortable but professional relationship with each student. It is part of my job to come to understand each student and to be able to educate each of them in a personalized manner. Every student is an opportunity to mentor. Education is not only about learning academia but also about...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
ACT Science: 33

Aaron
Certified Tutor
...where I taught a variety of subjects (including Math and Science) to students in grades 5 - 10 in a private international school. I just completed a contract as the Middle School Math and Science teacher and 7th grade Homeroom teacher at Arthur Academy in St. Helens, Oregon. I am committed to creating an educational...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Religion
Masters in Education, Math Education

Rowen
Certified Tutor
...their thoughts, insights, and opinions in the best possible light. Very often, a students difficulty with writing papers or preparing presentations has nothing to do with a lack of information or ideasit simply has to do with not knowing how to arrange or communicate those ideas. As a tutor, I can help students develop techniques...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theatre Arts
Masters, Theatre Arts

Edna
Certified Tutor
...assistant in an immunology/genetics laboratory, participated in Americorps, and conducted public health interviews for the New York City Department of Health. When I tutored in the past, I tried to adjust my methods according to the needs and learning style of the student. I tried to making learning accessible and fun for them while ensuring...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Current Grad Student, History

Marilyn
Certified Tutor
...encountering new problems and questions. When I'm not working I spend my time hiking at the Sandy River Delta with my husky puppy, Kili, or whipping up new vegan recipes. I love to read, especially modern fiction and historical biographies, and try to travel as much as I am able; my most recent trip was...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Classics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Yevgeniy
Certified Tutor
...that they need to succeed on their own. This means not only teaching students the material, but also familiarizing them with effective learning strategies and helping them develop strong study skills--all in a way that is supportive and which capitalizes on their existing strengths. I tutor at the middle school, high school, and college levels....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Linguistics
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 710
GRE Verbal: 170

Christine
Certified Tutor
I currently work with students K-12 in language arts and math. I am comfortable with a wide variety of learning styles, as well as teaching online. My background is in biology and conservation biology, and I am currently a part-time student in Portland, OR learning about Geographic Information Systems.... I believe no one is unteachable. A person only needs a teacher to connect the topic to something the student is interested in!
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Masters, Tropical Conservation Biology and Environmental Science

Torra
Certified Tutor
...in Colombia. I also taught a required course on American Studies to university students at the Pontifical Xavierian University in Bogota, Colombia. I have experience tutoring one on one as well as teaching courses of up to 40 students. As a tutor, I prioritize understanding individual student's learning styles. While I offer structure and approaches...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Anthropology
Current Grad Student, Public Health

Christine
Certified Tutor
...with issues including ESL, Developmental Delays and emotional barriers. Besides freshman comp, I have also taught advanced research and writing skills classes for all majors, and helped students prepare multi-media and new media presentations. I have worked with populations ranging from pre-GED to graduate level and am extremely flexible in my teaching approach. I have...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
PHD, English
State Certified Teacher

Anneke
Certified Tutor
...sat on both sides of the tutoring table, and know how important it is to experience that sense of equality for the student to feel that they have some agency in the resulting relationship. This directly informs my tutoring philosophy. I believe patience and empathy are the keys to excel as tutor. I approach tutoring...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Art History
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35

Peter
Certified Tutor
...goal is that every student will get a 100% on every test. I taught economics and statistics at the college and university level for twenty years. I then moved to the US Department of the Treasury, where I mentored research scientists and worked with them to get their work published. I retired about five years...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics
PHD, Economics

Daniel
Certified Tutor
...outside and active, cooking and eating good food, playing guitar, climbing rock and ice, and being alive. I am extremely passionate about learning, and love to get people excited about it as well. I like to say that I teach "maieutically;" which comes from the Greek and means "to midwife, or aid in giving birth,"...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Ezra
Certified Tutor
...I ensure that at the heart of my tutoring is the academic material itself. A student who simply masters the strategies and tricks might do great on the SAT, but the student who understands the material will do great on the SAT and continue to do great in college. I have particular experience and expertise...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Lily
Certified Tutor
...originally from Southern California. I wrote my senior thesis in English on magic and politics in the medieval Welsh "The Four Branches of the Mabinogi." Aside from reading medieval literature (and other non-medieval books), I love to ride horses, eat good food, and hike with my dog, Beau. I am also involved in theatre, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English

Joel
Certified Tutor
...(AVID) program as a peer tutor. Currently, I tutor other students at my college in Writing and Humanities through my college's Academic Support Center. I love helping students feel more comfortable with all aspects of the writing process, including brainstorming ideas, creating strong arguments, and outlining/revising written assignments. I also enjoy working with students on...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 730
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