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Andrew

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Andrew

Current Undergrad Student, Finance
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra

I'm from upstate New York and I love to be outside, play guitar, and work out. I have 3 siblings, so I'm used to helping people strengthen their skills and learn new ones. I love most math classes, and I'm attending Boston College in the Carroll School of Management Honors Program. I intend on major...

Education

Boston College

Current Undergrad Student, Finance

Test Scores
SAT
1430
ACT
32
Esteban

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Esteban

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Esteban's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I am a cultural anthropologist by trade, but have more than five years of experience teaching a wide arrange of topics in the social sciences and language studies. I have taught and tutored students in countries like Colombia, Mexico, Germany, Canada and the United States, but I have been able to tr...

Education

National University of Colombia

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Clare

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Clare

Bachelor in Arts, Biopsychology
Clare's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Biology

I am excited to tailor each and every session to a particular student's needs and preferred method of learning.

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor in Arts, Biopsychology

Test Scores
ACT
34
David

Certified Tutor

9+ years

David

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education
David's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Critical Reading
SAT Writing and Language

I am dedicated to helping students achieve their learning goals, and to making learning and mastering materials fun.

Education

Siena College

Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education

Mohamed

Certified Tutor

Mohamed

Bachelor's
Mohamed's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology

I am a former medical student with two years of experience under my belt and a Bachelor's in Biology. I am currently working for a tech giant. I have years of tutoring STEM subjects and being a mentor for undergraduate students in Upstate New York. The world of science and how the human body interac...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Abdul

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Abdul

Bachelor's
Abdul's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Math
Physics

I am professionally employed as a E-learning Developer. I have obtained my Master degree from University of Twente Netherlands. I'm proficient in programming languages like Java, Python etc. I have over ten years of combined experience in education and development.

Education

University

Bachelor's

Prabhjot

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Prabhjot

Bachelor's
Prabhjot's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP Language Composition
Calculus
Algebra
Genetics

I'm currently going into my senior year of college. I'm working towards my B.S in Biology. I'm interested in going into medicine. I believe that my personality and past experience would make me a great fit for medical school. I've taken a decent amount of upper level Biology and Chemistry courses in...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Esther

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Esther

Masters in Education, Speech-Language Pathology
Esther's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
College Essays

I am from Honolulu, Hawai'i and I've recently moved to Albany, New York to study speech-language pathology. My undergraduate degree in early and elementary education has prepared me for one-to-one tutoring with children from ages 3-12 and I have a deep passion in education and child development. I h...

Education

The College of Saint Rose

Masters in Education, Speech-Language Pathology

University of Hawai'i at Manoa

Bachelor in Arts, Education

Nicole

Certified Tutor

Nicole

Bachelors, Business Administration and Management
Nicole's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Elementary Math

I am a graduate of Dutchess Community College in Poughkeepsie, NY where I earned my Associate of Science Degree in Liberal Arts and Humanities with honors. As a student I was a member of the honors program, taking part in an accelerated classroom setting. Currently, I attend Sage College of Albany a...

Education

Sage College of Albany

Bachelors, Business Administration and Management

Julie

Certified Tutor

Julie

Bachelors, Religion and Philosophy
Julie's other Tutor Subjects
Arithmetic
Middle School Math
Elementary Math
Calculus

I am a creative and enthusiastic teacher who is committed to bringing out the best in each of my students. With a passion for helping my students learn and grow, I come to each session prepared to make a difference. However, I also know that learning is not something that I, alone, control. Learning...

Education

Wellesley College

Bachelors, Religion and Philosophy

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Your first session is all about understanding your goals and writing style. A tutor will ask about your target schools, essay prompts, and any drafts you've started, then provide initial feedback on your voice and structure. This gives you a clear roadmap for how personalized 1-on-1 instruction can strengthen your essays before submission deadlines.

Tutors work with you to move beyond surface-level observations and craft a thesis that's specific, arguable, and compelling to admissions officers. Through guided questioning and targeted feedback, they help you clarify your main idea and ensure every paragraph supports it—a critical skill that separates strong essays from good ones.

Rather than generic feedback, tutors provide specific, actionable comments on each draft—identifying where your voice shines, where arguments need strengthening, and where wordiness can be tightened. This iterative process teaches you revision strategies you'll use throughout college, not just for admissions essays.

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Ideally, start in the summer before senior year or early fall to give yourself time for multiple drafts and revisions. For students in Albany with busy school schedules across our 13 school districts, beginning early means you won't feel rushed and can focus on quality over speed. Even if you're already working on essays, personalized tutoring can significantly improve your drafts before deadlines.

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