Marine
Certified Tutor
...settings, from tutoring youth in after-school programs to assistant teaching in high school and college classrooms. I am passionate about teaching because I believe education allows people to interact with the world in a meaningful way, and I get excited about tutoring students who have a desire to learn. I am most passionate about teaching...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, International Relations, Minors: Human Rights, African Studies
Jack
Certified Tutor
...I also try to teach concepts rather than questions, as being able to answer a question will answer just that-one question. Teaching to the concept will allow you to answer the question and all other questions that employ a similar strategy. I also advocate for showing work and repeating steps to synthesize the learning process...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics
Masters, Teaching Secondary Education-Mathematics
Daniel
Certified Tutor
...Cecil and I'm an MFA student in creative writing and a Teaching Assistant at the University of Washington, Seattle campus. I have over 7 years of experience as a professional writer, and extensive training in expository writing and rhetorical approaches to writingin other words, I'm well prepared to make you a better reader, writer, proofreader,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theater
Current Grad Student, Creative Writing, Fiction
GRE Verbal: 165
Jake
Certified Tutor
...are often anticipated with dread, but a positive attitude, confidence, and the idea that examinations are an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and abilities will change the way that you approach your next big assessment. Together, we can prepare you for any test or academic challenge while exploring a studying style that you can use...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biochemistry
Masters, Pharmacology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 770
Bob
Certified Tutor
...and statistics courses for over 30 years to students in a variety of life sciences curricula . Teaching (more importantly, educating!) is my passion. I believe that teaching statistics and math should result in real-world, useful applications of the material. I use a socratic method of questions/answers to encourage critical thinking and problem solving skills....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Forestry
PHD, Quantitative Natural Resource Management
Ashley
Certified Tutor
...very easy-going cheerful person and am extremely patient. I love science, but I also enjoy math and English. I am a huge sci-fi/fantasy nerd and love books and old movies. Im also the eldest of six and have a lot of experience with all ages. I greatly enjoy meeting new people and helping them learn,...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Microbiology
Skylar
Certified Tutor
...gone on to learn the material much better. When I work with students I like to help them figure out how to do a problem themselves. My style is to not just work through problems for them but instead help them figure out how they can do these problems with all of the knowledge they...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Chemistry
SAT Math: 730
Haeun
Certified Tutor
...though I was lacking myself, I remember reviewing all my notes ahead of time and really tried to remember everything I learned from AP biology class. Despite my extensive preparation, unexpected questions still came up in our sessions and we both had to struggle together to learn the concepts. But what struck me the most...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Muhammad
Certified Tutor
...first struggled to learn some of the toughest material, I learned from mistakes and shortcomings how to effectively learn and understand any concept. I love to teach people how to tackle a problem, how to truly grasp an idea for a strong foundation, and how to apply these nuanced methods for success.... My philosophy in teaching students is to let them try and solve a problem first, giving them what they need to know. Based on...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biochemistry
SAT Math: 710
SAT Writing: 720
Mussie
Certified Tutor
...or exercise, I explain the concept and give a related example. The student will then do the next problem. This way, the student will learn and the concept will stick. I am a Software Engineer at IBM and in my extra time, I read about new technologies and tools, I play soccer, watch sports TV,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Computer Engineering
Doug
Certified Tutor
...have a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Michigan. I have taught college courses in psychology and organizational behavior, and recently received a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Northern Colorado. I enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds. My tutoring style emphasizes identifying and building upon student strengths,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
PHD, Psychology
Federico
Certified Tutor
...Culture, Spanish, ESL, European History, Essay Writing and Editing, and preparation for standardized tests, including TOEFL and GRE. I also offer assistance in developing study skills, for those who wish to make study time more efficient and valuable. My schedule is currently variable, but I'm very happy to get in touch with prospective students to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Intercultural and Linguistic Mediation
Masters, Italian Studies
Benjamin
Certified Tutor
...subjects I love. I see the world in numbers and this allows me to show students just how important math and science are in everyday life. In my spare time, I enjoy volleyball, yoga, and ultimate Frisbee as well as riding my Freebord, which is a special type of longboard, as often as the weather...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Comprehensive Physics
James
Certified Tutor
I am a dental school student at NYU. I grew up in Taiwan for 15 yrs, and I spent the last 10 years in USA. I'm very fun to interact with, please don't hesitate to talk to me. ... Teach him/her the approaches to that subject. Each subject requires a different approach.... Find an interesting way for student to learn the material.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biochemistry
Current Grad Student, Dentistry
SAT Math: 800
Lange
Certified Tutor
...to do with the outdoors.I live on a sailboat and can't think of a better place to live. I'm more on the quite side but love to laugh and meet new people. I was big into soccer when I was younger and though I don't play as often now I still have a love of...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, International Relations / Economics
Current Grad Student, Public Health
Catherine
Certified Tutor
...and literature, sociology, anthropology and helping students be successful. Reading and cooking are my most frequent hobbies, but I enjoy writing as well. I am proud to be a contributor to the Story Share project which works to create engaging books for older kids and adults who read at a lower literacy level.... I believe that students who are held to high standards accomplish more. Many students who struggle with work are discouraged and feel inadequate;...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Anthropology
Masters, Elementary education / special education
Veena
Certified Tutor
...by Bachelor's Degree in Biology. I have experience working with students from the kindergarten level to undergraduates at universities. I tutor English, writing, science, study methods, and mathematics. When working with new students, the first thing I always do is try to understand how each student learns because each individual is different and everyone learns...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Biology, General
Ross
Certified Tutor
...and environmental science for the Athletic Department at UW and serving as a Teacher Assistant for UW's Biology Department, including a biodiversity seminar to Peru. Just like the D1 student athletes I work with, academics sometimes don't come naturally, but I look forward to fixing that false assumption. In addition to tutoring, I love playing...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, Environmental Science
Alice
Certified Tutor
I am a lifelong education professional, with degrees in both science and history, and expertise in teaching math. I have worked extensively preparing clients for success taking the SAT and ACT, as well as helping students with their math and physics courses. I hold a BS in...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Physics
PHD, History
Ryan
Certified Tutor
...have also spent over 200 hours in SAT Prep classes, and have extremely satisfactory results that is proof of my ability to help you prep for the SAT. I can also give you college/major search advice on the side, as I have many connections attending Princeton, UC schools and other prestigious universities pursuing a diverse...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, BABA- Finance and Business Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 740
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