
Shelby: Waukegan tutor
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I enjoy working one on one with students to increase their understanding, learning and confidence. I like to use different methods of teaching, depending on the individual and their strengths. I am an advocate for determination, organization, and hard work in approaching learning and achieving success in school. ... In a first session, I talk with students about what they are struggling with most and any concerns they may have initially.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Master of Science, Public Policy and Management
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 34

Mosab: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...standardized test preparation. My personal tutoring style is to use a combination of relatable metaphors and real life examples to help my students genuinely understand whatever material we are covering. I scored in the 98th percentile on the SAT and the MCAT2015, so I feel confident with a variety of test preparation. I am currently...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, International Relations and Arabic
Current Grad Student, Health Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540

Aaron: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...and a minor in Computer Science. I was the Music Director of an a cappella group at Tufts for two years and gained experience working with students one-on-one to teach difficult passages and sections of songs. I currently am a Music teacher at a local Sunday school in Somerville, and enjoy working with children and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 750

Anna: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...I try to make my classes fun and connect them to real-life situations. I always tailor my teaching to my students' goals and learning styles. If you like charts, diagrams, and rules, we can use them every class. If they don't make any sense to you, we can review the same concepts using pictures, games,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics, Spanish, American Studies
Current Grad Student, M.S.Ed. Education, Culture, and Society
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 740

Leon: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...also an independent tutor for six months in Australia. I have a bachelors degree in Political Science, and a Master degree in Law and Diplomacy, so I am a ble to help students with history, political science, or other social science courses. In addition, I have years of ESL experience, and have a TESOL certificate...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Masters, Law and Diplomacy
GRE Verbal: 166

Suraj: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...Tufts University, and I have aspirations to attend medical school after my undergraduate studies. This environment at Tufts helped develop my passion in the sciences and made me a more well-rounded person. I enjoy serving as a mentor, whether it includes tutoring or simply giving advice. My tutoring style focuses on identifying where the thought...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Biochemistry
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Rachel: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...I am available to tutor in a range of topics, I am most passionate about English, writing and essay editing, as these skills have proven most useful in my education and career path. I believe that academic success begins with goal-setting, organization and building confidence through engagement and success. In my free time, I enjoy...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology, Communications
Masters, Strategy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Math: 750

Darin: Waukegan tutor
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...with Highest Thesis Honors. Over the course of my scientific research career I have produced 14 research publications, given 12 talks at international conferences, including the largest annual Physics, Chemistry, Materials, and Chemical Engineering conferences in the world, and have received 8 awards, totaling over $300k, specifically in recognition of my research accomplishments. As both...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
PHD, Physical Chemistry

Sophie: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...at Tufts University studying Peace and Justice Studies and Sociology. I have a variety of experience tutoring K-12 students in all academic subjects. I strongly believe that each student learns differently. Therefore, I ensure that my teaching skills are adjusted so that they are an ideal fit for each student I tutor.... Every student is capable of success! They must simply discover the best methods of learning and teaching that work for them!
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Peace & Justice Studies
ACT Composite: 32

Kim: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...over 10 years. My aim is to discern the individual learning styles of my students and to work with each of them in a manner that addresses his/her individual style. My greatest joy in tutoring is seeing the sparkle in a student's eyes when he/she understands a concept and is able to explain and it...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Masters, Finance

Christopher: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...at auditory learning while many others prefer visual information. I will work with each student in a way that I believe they will be most receptive to. I will help them understand how a word problem relates to a picture or an equation, which is the most vital skill to have in mathematics. Most importantly,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Physics
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700

Noah: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...for 2 years, have traveled internationally competing in debate tournaments, and tutored extensively on campus. I have years of experience teaching students of all ages in different subjects, and I am excited to work with new clients to help them find success! Whether you are looking to score in the 99th percentile or just to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, International Relations/Arabic
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36

Katherine: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...my life. I spend a great deal of time conducting research in a molecular genetics lab at Tufts as well as choreographing/ performing with a student-run contemporary dance group on campus. I think it's incredibly important to be exposed to and aware of the world around us, so I've traveled to various Latin American countries...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General

Lange: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...most gratifying aspects of working as a tutor. I am currently a student in a Masters of Public Health program. I will be starting medical school next year and am excited to be taking these next steps in my education. I hope to combine these degrees and one day develop programs to help underserved populations...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, International Relations / Economics
Current Grad Student, Public Health

Amel: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...recent graduate in mechanical engineering and physics. I love science, and I love teaching, which is why I've decided to become a tutor and share my love of science while I can practice teaching. I can help out with math, physics, computer science all the way up through college level courses, so feel free to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering & Physics

Courtney: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
I have over 5 years of classroom and teaching experience. I am patient and enthusiastic with my students. Since the beginning of my career, I see how many of my students have benefitted from one on one instruction and I would like to help others in this way.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics, History
Masters, Education

Varuna: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...came to Boston for college. I studied Biomedical Engineering at both Boston University during undergrad and Tufts University for my masters. After much thought, I deviated from a medical school track to pursue a career in the medical device industry. My love for math and science started around middle school, and I was strongly influenced...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
Masters, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Math: 32
SAT Math: 730
SAT Writing: 710

Zac: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
I am a recent graduate from an international relations masters program. I am especially qualified to teach students in the social sciences. ... My teaching philosophy is to encourage questions and open discussion. I feel that active learning, where students are making the connections themselves is the most beneficial to them. Having a friendly and relaxed space for learning is important to me as well.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Masters, Security Studies and Pacific Asia
GRE Verbal: 163

Robert: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
I am currently a graduate student at Tufts University School of Medicine. As a former biology major at Boston College, I have extensive experience in Biology as well as other science courses. Outside of tutoring I enjoy exercising and skiing. I also enjoy exploring new restaurants with friends. ... My philosophy is to teach in a way that challenges but does not overwhelm my students. I find that being patient and making sure students understand concepts...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Masters, Biomedical science

Alethea: Waukegan tutor
Certified Tutor
...the lives of students of all abilities through the power of literacy. As a lifelong learner and avid believer in empowering students with strategies and insight into different ways of learning things that they can truly master and incorporate them into their daily lives. I have tutored a wide array of subjects and ages ranging...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Clinical Psychology
Current Grad Student, Human Devpt & Pschology
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