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Bachelors, English
PHD, Media Studies
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...both as a group tutor and as a personal one-on-one tutor for general chemistry and organic chemistry for 3 years. It was during this time that I developed a personal philosophy in teaching - breaking things down to its simplest components and making them relevant to the student. Richard Feynman, a physicist known to have...
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Bachelors, Biology/History
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Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
PHD, Middle Eastern Studies
GRE Verbal: 169
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I have been tutoring for four years. I started out as a tutor for students from grade 3 all the way to college for two years. I helped students with a set curriculum as well as their schoolwork.
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Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
Matthew: Pomona tutor
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Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering
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Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
Physical Therapy
ACT Composite: 32
GRE: 312
GRE Verbal: 157
Alexis: Pomona tutor
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Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Master of Science, Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare
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...many of my classmates struggled without the presence of a teacher, and I began tutoring them. I tutored students from many different backgrounds in all subjects of high school for over 6 months, and greatly enjoyed it and would like to tutor again. Now, having just graduated with my undergraduate degree, I am looking to...
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Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
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Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
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...a BS in Civil Engineering. I believe the most important thing when tutoring students is demonstrating that they can conquer the subject material at hand. As a tutor I believe it is my job to not only help the student with the specific coursework they requested but also address underlying issues with study habits or...
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Bachelor in Arts, Undeclared Business
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Vanessa: Pomona tutor
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...be able to impact students' lives even if I cannot be a full-time teacher while I am taking classes. I firmly believe that education changes lives for the better, and I want to be a part of that change. With my teaching experience and background in human development and family sciences, I hope to be...
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Bachelors, Human Development and Family Science
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...language instructor at the University of Washington, conducting my own class of undergraduate and graduate students, while completing my Masters Degree there. Most recently, I worked as a Teaching Assistant in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Columbia University in the City of New York while working on my PhD. I have also...
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Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
PHD, History
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 720
James: Pomona tutor
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...Ordinary Times, a group blog whose alumni have gone on to write full-time for Forbes, the Atlantic, and other prestigious publications. For the latter, I scored in the 98th percentile of the LSAT and achieved admission to a a top-25 law school with a generous scholarship. It's tremendously fulfilling to see students grow as writers...
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Bachelor of Science, Liberal Arts
Juris Doctor, Law
LSAT: 171
Jett: Pomona tutor
Certified Tutor
...C, electrical engineering topics like circuitry or programming, and mechanical physics. I really enjoy helping other people out because my motto is "ancora imparo," or "I am always learning." So if I can always learn something, I wish to help others learn and do better as well. My hobbies include exercise, sports, and playing video...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Electrical (Computer) Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Jeff: Pomona tutor
Certified Tutor
...favorite subjects to tutor are violin, chemistry, and mathematics, all of which I am very passionate about. I have tutored mandarin and violin before during my high school years. My teaching philosophy involves understanding overlying concepts into detail which allow for successful application. In my free time you will most likely find me playing basketball...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 800
Jonathan: Pomona tutor
Certified Tutor
...ways of thinking, as time is an invaluable part of our lives, be it personal or work related. Over the course of over 9 years, I have tutored children and adults, learning how to adapt to each learning style. As long as the student who comes for help is dedicated, I believe I can transform...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Master of Science, Environmental and Water Resources Engineering
GRE Quantitative: 163
GRE Verbal: 164
Charlotte: Pomona tutor
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...Not surprisingly, writing is my favorite subject to tutor, but I also have an affinity for math. I think balance is important in life and math's straightforward, organized nature can be therapeutic to the creative mind. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, working on my novel, and playing with my dog, Quito, from Ecuador.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Advertising
Jonathan: Pomona tutor
Certified Tutor
...to pre-calculus and SAT math. I was always more of an independent thinker during high school, and I would usually try to solve things myself. However, I struggled a lot when the time for my SAT came around--to the point where I actually ended up needing a tutor myself for the math portion! Nonetheless, I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Psychology/Business minor
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 740
Janna: Pomona tutor
Certified Tutor
...contests and competitions both locally and nationally. My other experiences in math include Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics, SAT Subject Mathematics: Levels 1 and 2, Multivariable Calculus, and Differential Equations. My past teaching experience consists of in-person and online tutoring. I used to tutor students at my local junior high and students...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering
SAT Math: 770
Tim: Pomona tutor
Certified Tutor
...and a genuine love for math and the sciences, I hope to influence my students to adopt this same passion for learning so that they are motivated to continue learning new material during their high school and college years. I have been tutoring for years and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience I have gained and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering Honors
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
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