Luc
Certified Tutor
...and the tutor -- my challenge is to figure out how a student learns and help them reach those "aha" moments. Math is challenging for a lot of students. Since math skills build on themselves year after year, small learning gaps from past years can snowball and leave students confused. My challenge is often to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Emily
Certified Tutor
...these subjects better. Additionally, I work as an ACT tutor. I took the test twice in high school. I know what's expected for the test and can help students improve their scores and their confidence. I know that struggling with a subject can be incredibly frustrating and stressful, and math & science topics in particular...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Antonio
Certified Tutor
Math B.S. and Linguistics B.A. dual-degree student at UMN-Twin Cities. Speak 5 languages, and want to learn many more. Love reading, languages, lifting, and running.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Sheri
Certified Tutor
...if they really want to. If you strive to understand, you can get there, sometimes you may need a little help, but you can get there. That is my job, to be the little big of help you need. My tutoring style would be to figure out where a person's knowledge sits, understand how I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Masters in Education, Mathematics Teacher Education
ACT Composite: 31
Maria
Certified Tutor
...then going on to live and work in Colombia and Argentina. I have extensive experience in teaching both abroad in South Africa, and also here locally in Providence with students from all ages. I enjoy one on one tutoring with Spanish students and allow for the client to have a say in what they want...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Cultural Studies
Master of Social Work, Social Work
Cassandra
Certified Tutor
...like to struggle. I also know how to overcome obstacles. I went from being a drop out, to getting my GED. Then I went on to get a BA in History at the University of Minnesota, a MA in Early Modern History at the University of East Anglia in the United Kingdom, and a Masters...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Arts, European History
Michelle
Certified Tutor
Greetings! My name is Dr. Michelle Tichy. I am excited that you will be joining me in this educational journey.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Anthropology
Doctor of Philosophy, Educational Psychology
Andrew
Certified Tutor
...solving problems that will help enhance people's lives. The most challenging thing facing society right now is education. Education is the power of knowledge. With it, we can change the world we live in and create a better future. As a tutor, I can empower young adults by creating a base knowledge of concepts that...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Education, Chemical Engineering
Alexander
Certified Tutor
...and physics courses. Now, I tutor mainly English and social studies subjects, specifically areas of history as well as ACT prep in the writing, English, and reading sections. Helping students to achieve their potential is something I'm incredibly passionate about. As a tutor, I will share my love for the material with students and foster...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Daniel
Certified Tutor
I believe that every student learns in a different with different learning strategies. Assessments and instruction go side by side. I believe students learn better when they really engage in the process of their learning. Positive relationships enhance learning as well.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Renee
Certified Tutor
...were homeschooled from grades 6 and 8 through high school and my son was homeschooled from kindergarten through high school. My last job was as a high school tutor in AVID, a college preparatory program. I would like to continue making a difference in the educational lives of students. I want to help them become...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
Alrick
Certified Tutor
...Spanish. I have experience tutoring students for the PSAT, SAT and ACT and my students have shown tremendous growth in test scores. I have taught language, literature and history professionally for 19 years. My strengths as an educator include creating hands-on interactive activities to help students understand the material, and working with low-level readers to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Iberian Studies
Doctor of Philosophy, Spanish and Iberian Studies
Sami
Certified Tutor
...the University of Minnesota. I have taught in Elementary schools for 2+ years, and have over 8 years of tutoring experience. I have a background of tutoring various ages (3-20) and various subjects (Math, English, Science, Special Education, and many more!) I have lots of experience teaching and tutoring virtually, and feel very comfortable with...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education
Masters in Education, Family Psychology
Jordan
Certified Tutor
I enjoy working with students of all ages and abilities, especially in ESL, English literature, and German. I currently work at Kaplan International Languages where I teach all ESL skills, in addition to pronunciation, essay composition, American culture, and TOEFL.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Anand
Certified Tutor
I have a degree in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics from the University of Minnesota, and I went to West High School in Madison Wisconsin. I believe everyone is a student and can always learn new things!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
Andrew
Certified Tutor
...of all things social studies. University of Minnesota alumnus, with degrees in Global Studies, History, and Political Science. Currently in pursuit of a M.S.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Kansas. Over a decade of experience in social studies education presently teaching 7th Grade Ancient World Civilizations in Washington, D.C.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction
Glen
Certified Tutor
My philosophy is to be patient and help the student become an independent learner (to tutor myself out of a job!). I especially enjoy helping students develop self-confidence through working through as much of the material as they can on their own, providing hints when they need them.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Doctor of Philosophy, History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
Jacob
Certified Tutor
...into tutoring to keep my teaching skills sharp and interact with students. I taught middle school and high school life sciences for several years before going to graduate school. I also have experience tutoring 6 - 12th grade math and the ACT Math and Science subject tests. I'm proficient in applied statistics and the statistical...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Master of Science, Entomology
Wei Chung
Certified Tutor
...in drawing out my students' innate motivation and ambition through the power of storytelling, so I always try to empower my students by giving them greater command of language. It helps that writing can often be incredibly fun. When I'm not at work, I am a musician studying violin, guitar, and voice. I also try...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 730
Matusola
Certified Tutor
I am a University of Minnesota student studying Business Marketing Education. I am very passionate about marketing and advertising and love learning more about them. I enjoy tutoring math up to calculus 1 and economics the most and am most familiar with those subjects.
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Marketing
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