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...styles in affluent populations. During the fall semester of 2011, I worked a project entitled The Me and My Family Project, and was supervised by Professor Patrick Davies. The main focus of this project was to examine why children who are exposed to high levels of family discord are at risk for developing psychological problems. The severity and chronicity of the discord, along with knowledge attained through academic courses, helped elucidate to me the robust...

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...a former high school math teacher that taught Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Advanced Math, and ACT prep in New Orleans public schools from 2012-2015. I currently teach ACT and SAT prep classes for Princeton Review, as well as SHSAT classes for students applying to specialized high schools in New York. In my spare time, I am captain of a 30-person kickball team that doesn't win many games, but has a lot of heart, and...

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...am a passionate teacher looking to help students find the best learning and studying methods that work for them on an individual level! I love reading and especially history. As a student who struggled in math, I also love to work with students to develop strategies that work best for them! It is my genuine belief that everyone can be a lifelong learner if they are supported in their journey to understand their personal learning...

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...Phi Beta Kappa. I’m currently a paralegal in Manhattan, and I’m planning on applying to law school next fall. I’ve always had a love of learning, and I'm particularly interested in politics, history, and religion. I am an avid reader and enjoy discussing literature and popular culture. I’ve worked with teens in classroom settings in multiple capacities, including as a tutor, a volunteer health teacher, and a program leader for NYC youth. I enjoy helping...

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