
Matthew
Certified Tutor
...their homework. Though I'm particularly fond of math and science, I can provide assistance in almost any subject (from Latin to world geography to art history), and can also help in preparing students for standardized tests such as the SAT, GRE, and MCAT. Above all though, my approach to tutoring is simply about having fun...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 780

Cameron
Certified Tutor
...recently graduated from the University of Arizona with a BS in Molecular and Cellular Biology. Next year, I will become a Genetics PhD student at Stanford University. I have experience tutoring people of all ages and backgrounds in science and math. I find tutoring to be a rewarding experience and I view it as a...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Molecular and Cellular Biology
PHD, Genetics

Frank
Certified Tutor
...300 points of improvements. I have had similar success preparing students for SAT subject tests and AP exams. My students benefit from my comprehensive knowledge of the subject matter, high energy, enthusiasm, and patience. I spend time getting to know the individual needs of my students and then tailor a program of study that best...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics
Masters in Business Administration, Business

Alison
Certified Tutor
...the University of Washington in the department of Public Health Genetics. I study how people respond differently to medications because of their genes. As a result, I spend a lot of time thinking about Biology, Chemistry, Statistics, and Policy. I love to teach and work with the Pacific Science Center as a Communication Fellow. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Master of Science, Biology, General

Diana
Certified Tutor
...and ESL teacher committed to my students and their learning. I am passionate about teaching and love finding new ways to help my students. I became an ESL teacher as a result of my own personal interest in languages and linguistics. I have studied several languages extensively and am fluent in Spanish.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Masters, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800

Moiz
Certified Tutor
...the subject matter more interesting. Tutoring students also opened up a part of me that truly enjoys helping others. I have volunteered as an after school mentor to teach inner city students about math and science and in the Peace Corps in Panama as a water/sanitation engineer. In my free time, I love to listen...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science, Civil/Environmental Engineering

Steven
Certified Tutor
...but now I teach Spanish and German at Pattonville High School in St. Louis. As a teacher, the experience I have from working with students of many backgrounds and abilities affords me many skills as a tutor. I studied abroad in Mexico and Germany while in college and developed a passion for languages and traveling....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish, German
Master of Arts, Education
State Certified Teacher

Emily
Certified Tutor
...to develop problem solving skills as well as fundamental principles of logic. These skills have helped me through various subjects like statistics and general chemistry. I like to tutor through concrete examples, and my ultimate goal is to help students solve challenging problems on their own. In my spare time, I like to knit and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computational Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800

Andrew
Certified Tutor
...I have the most experience tutoring lower division engineering classes such as this (physics, statics, strength of materials, mechanics) but also enjoy and am comfortable with a wide array of math subjects from algebra to calculus. I am a very interactive and hands on tutor, and believe a free-flowing dialogue between student and teacher is...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Melanie
Certified Tutor
...and admissions essays. I approach my tutoring with an open mind and work with clients to develop a preparation strategy that works for them and support them as they execute it, making changes as necessary. I like to help clients discover strengths they already have and to tackle the challenges they are working to overcome....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy
Juris Doctor, N/A
LSAT: 174

Jordan
Certified Tutor
A writer and screenwriter in the West Village, Jordan has written for Grantland, The Awl, AOL News, and on a 30 for 30 short film.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Tom
Certified Tutor
...chemistry from Rice University and a PhD in biophysical chemistry from Stanford University, I have passion for science and mathematics that I love to share as a teacher and tutor. I am firmly of the belief that learning a technical subject like chemistry, physics, or math is much like learning a foreign language: listening and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
PHD, Biophysical Chemistry

Diana
Certified Tutor
...being on algebra. What I love about algebra is the detective work---figuring out what needs to be done to solve a problem instead of just attacking it with a calculator. My tutoring style is to adapt my explanations to the needs of my students---there are always several ways to do any given problem, and I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Masters, Philosophy

Idara
Certified Tutor
...University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Science, Technology and Society with a concentration in Chemistry and my Master of Science (also from Stanford University) in Management Science & Engineering with a focus on Organizations, Technology and Entrepreneurship. Since graduating I have spent extensive time in the Finance industry and entrepreneurial pursuits in the...
Education & Certification
Master of Science, Management Science & Engineering

Josh
Certified Tutor
...crossword puzzles and spicy food. I feel that the most valuable aspect of education is learning how to think in different ways and approach problems from various perspectives. Even if a few years from now, you cannot quite remember how to graph an equation, at one point you thought through how to present information in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Music, Concentration in Composition
Masters, Music Composition
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34

Darienne
Certified Tutor
...Comparative Literature B.A. in 2011 and will begin Bard's Masters program for Visual Culture in the fall. I have over eight years of experience teaching test prep, creating standardized tests, and writing test-prep curriculum. After working with me, my former students have gone on to get accepted into world-class universities like Yale, U Penn (early-acceptance),...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature
Master of Science, Material Culture & Decorative Arts
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 730

Catherine
Certified Tutor
...the humanities who is lucky enough to teach, read, and write for a living. I am passionately committed to educational access and helping young people reach their full potential. It has been my privilege to work with dozens of bright and talented students over the years, ranging from fifth grade to university level. I especially...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
PHD, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Milan
Certified Tutor
...at Stanford University in Northern California, Milan is very excited to be a part of the Varsity Tutors team. His main academic interests are English, philosophy, math, and computer science, but Milan enjoys many other subjects (psychology, physics, and economics to name a few). He is fluent in Spanish and an active member of the...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Computer Science, English (double major)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750

Mary Carolyn
Certified Tutor
...have tutored thank me again and again for helping them enjoy and succeed in what was often their worst class. My experience with the SAT enables me to tutor SAT test prep as well, a subject that can be very stressful for many students. I hope to alleviate this stress and help students succeed. When...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Classics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Olivia
Certified Tutor
...know each student's individual learning style and then to adapt my lesson plans to the student's needs. I am determined to help each student unlock their potential and find their love of learning through a positive learning environment that is challenging but also supportive. I have also had a lot of experience with the SAT's,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Undecided
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
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