Olivia
Certified Tutor
...of the University of Pittsburgh (Class of 2021)mand received a full tuition merit scholarship to attend. I have tutored high school and college students in Math, Spanish, French, Chemistry, and Physics. I got my start in tutoring in high school when I would help my friends study for tests. I realized how much I liked...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Emily
Certified Tutor
...particularly enjoy tutoring geometry and algebra I. I believe in one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to the student's learning style and specific needs. In my sessions, I help with homework assignments, test preparation, and starting from the basics on particular concepts that a student is struggling with. I am endlessly curious and love learning about the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
GRE: 330
GRE Verbal: 168
Katie
Certified Tutor
...English, Writing, and Social Studies. I have also worked as a literacy coach in a K-8 school. Writing is my passion. As a student at the University of Pittsburgh, I majored in English Writing and Political Science. I worked as a column writer and editor at the student newspaper, and attended several writing workshops. My...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Ronit
Certified Tutor
...and helps you appreciate the world around you. This is a belief that I try to stress to everyone around me, including my students. In terms of my tutoring style, I try to build a rigid lesson plan for my students that will prepare them, but at the same time, not overwhelm them. I have...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
Nit
Certified Tutor
I've worked as a tutor for about 8 years. I have a BS in Biology, BA in Political Science, and minors in Chemistry and Studio Arts. I'll be attending medical school in the fall.
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Stephen
Certified Tutor
...high school, I took a variety of subjects, including both AP Calculuses, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, AP Economics, and many others. I have been able to develop my teaching skills through acting as a teaching assistant for undergraduate classes in both biology and economics, and I aspire to work with children in my...
Education & Certification
Associate in Science, Biology, General
Brigit
Certified Tutor
...schoolwork frequently growing up. I also have tutoring experience at a local tutoring agency teaching students aged 5-16 in math and reading, and I have learned how to effectively teach students at various ability levels and in different age groups through this experience. I am also a National Merit Finalist and Scholarship winner and an...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 780
Abigail
Certified Tutor
...that not everyone feels that way! I like to help people also enjoy Math. My teaching/tutoring style relies on getting to know the student and incorporating their interests into the subject area (if possible). This helps to engage the student and make connections to things in which they are already interested. Outside of academia, I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Patrick
Certified Tutor
...and helped her design and execute a research project examining a genetic knockout mouse model. I also served as a teaching assistant for first year graduate students in a Biomedical Sciences Intro course and first year medical students in a Histology course. Currently, I am a postdoctoral research fellow at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Doctor of Philosophy, Cellular and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Writing: 710
Shaunak
Certified Tutor
...able to learn efficiently in college and also consult outside sources as well as my professors both of which contributed to my learning even further. The steps I took in this way made me a better person and an overall proactive student. I want to help become a part of the process of helping students...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Brigid
Certified Tutor
I have been a teacher for over twenty one years. I have a Masters of Science degree in Curriculum and Instruction, am a certified Reading Specialist, and have an LBS1 Special Education endorsement. I love to teach students from all educational levels, kindergarten to adult.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology
Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Claudia
Certified Tutor
...Pittsburgh. As a future librarian, I am passionate about spreading knowledge and helping students become excited about learning. My high GRE scores allowed me to attend the graduate program of my dreams, and I want to help other aspiring graduate students achieve the same success. I have extensive experience in tutoring in writing, particularly essays...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Master of Arts, Library and Information Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Verbal: 750
SAT Writing: 710
Bianca
Certified Tutor
...Education, and certificates in American Sign Language and Conceptual Foundations of Medicine. I love teaching and absolutely love working with kids. I have previously taught dance to ages 2-14. While I can tutor a broad range of ages and subjects, I am most passionate about teaching elementary and middle school kids. I believe that when...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Premedicine
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700
Adriana
Certified Tutor
...a pre med track. I am the president and co-founder of a service organization at Pitt called Hard Hitters. I am also a member and the Ritual Chairman for Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority. In my free time, I volunteer for Crisis Textline and for UPMC hospital, and work in a lab at Hillman Cancer Center...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Tyler
Certified Tutor
...involved in my school's culture clubs as well as their cheer squad, where you can find me cheering them on at games. My teaching ideals reflect the wishes of the student- I want to help you trust me and understand that I trust you; how you learn should not be dictated to you but constructed...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 730
Maya
Certified Tutor
...is crucial to have a strong foundation in the basics while being able to make mistakes and grow both as a person and a learner. The subjects I tutor are: art, elementary school (math, reading, science, and writing), English, IB dance, math, middle school (math, reading, reading comprehension, science, and writing), science, spelling bee, study...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Premedicine
SAT Math: 720
Julia
Certified Tutor
...think of myself as a life-long-learner, and am a firm proponent of education; in fact, I am currently pursuing an EMT certification, and hope to return to school to pursue a medical degree in the near future. I am most passionate about teaching math, biological sciences, and psychology, due to my strong background in those...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 790
Sarah
Certified Tutor
...medicine physician. In high school, I scored near-perfects on the English/Reading portions of the ACT. It should then come as no surprise that I have a passion for the sciences and the field of medicine as well as an interest in American Literature. I believe that science is a field of endless opportunities for learning...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
Ishaan
Certified Tutor
I am an undergraduate student at the University of Pittsburgh majoring in Computer Science. I have experience in tutoring friends with work in their classes and am strong in math. I will try to get the student to understand topics by showing them multiple ways to get to the solution!
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
SAT Math: 770
Leland
Certified Tutor
Hello, I'm excited to be here and to help you with your questions and topics in areas such as: business, finance, accounting, MS office, and project management. I enjoy learning and teaching. I'm here to help you go where you want to go.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
Masters in Business Administration, Business, General
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