Award-Winning DAT Quantitative Reasoning Tutors

I am a entrepreneurial travel-loving singer and songwriter living in New York City. I have been accepted by Tulane University into their Masters in Finance program, which I will start in June 2017. I love teaching whether it's teaching music theory, teaching people to knit or my clear favorite: test prep. When I'm not doing any of the things I mentioned, you can find me long-distance running, exploring new restaurants and writing the occasional screen-play.

...to do the same for others. Formally, I have taught students at the high school and college level in math and history (Rutgers University - PhD, 1988) and advised many others informally as a banking and investment professional (Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), since 1994). Recently, I have become a math tutor, mentor and substitute teacher in the Denver Public School system and an historical adviser for a national high school competition focused on the U.S....

...concepts that they have struggled with. The feeling when a student "gets it" or the "lightbulb" moment is one that is very rewarding I feel it is one of my callings in life to help others overcome their difficulties. The purpose of teaching is not to pour information into the minds of students, but to invite and inspire the student to apply the knowledge to multiple situations and be inspired to seek further knowledge. I...

...have always tutored my siblings and my friends, but in 2012 I began tutoring professionally. My teaching style includes using lots of visual aids to make the concept easier to grasp and ensures that all my students understand the concept instead of memorizing the subject. My expertise lies in teaching math and biology. I am currently in my third-year of dental school and will graduate as a dentist in 2017. My undergraduate degree focused on...

...I knew I had a talent in teaching others what I know. As per recommendation from my professors, I started as a supplemental instructor for college chemistry-CHEM 1251! It was such a wonderful experience working with other students and helping them achieve their goals in mastering chemistry! After that, I was hooked! I continued as a SI leader for most of my undergrad. My tutoring style is unique in a sense where I make sure...

I am a Undergrad student majoring in Biology going for a Dental Degree. I am completing my Degree by summer 2020. I primarily tutor Math, Biology, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, SAT prep, and DAT prep. I like to take an approach that is catered to the real world so that students can truly understand and appreciate the subject material.

...school level math and sciences to college level math and sciences. Due to my undergraduate experiences and my fascination for the various teaching methods I have been exposed to, I have honed my learning and research skills to find a way to make subjects make sense to me. My longtime desire for teaching has led me to become an observant student, learning what works and what does not work when teaching students who are struggling....

...because of their complexity . I find that the key to enjoying science classes is being able to see the big picture and how science concepts fit into everyday life. In teaching any subject I like to first explain the concept or problem in depth and then have the student teach it to me. I believe that when you are able to teach a subject, you understand it best and will perform better when tested....

...a subject is the first step to performing well in it. Why should you like or care about chemistry? The same elements of the periodic table that form all of the cosmos are the exact building blocks that make up you! Through simple physical arguments, you can explain all of the chemical world, including stars, planets, and life itself! My job as a tutor, thus, is more than just helping you plug numbers into an...

...and to ignore those critical differences in learning styles could be detrimental in development and your success. In some coursework for example, it can be so tempting to give up and settle for a grade that does not reflect your true potential. However, with the right attitude and patience, the best grades can be achieved in these subjects because I am willing to go to great lengths to ensure you have the resources to succeed....

...passion for learning and a curiosity to know. Tutoring makes me very energized and I believe that passion is contagious. Therefore, I look forward to getting to know my students and finding out about their interests in order to understand their motivation. Overall, I believe that the purpose of tutoring is not simply learningbut learning how to learn. In addition to tutoring, I like riding my unicycle, camping and canoeing, travelling ( my goal is...

...skating lessons. I firmly believe in the value of education and have always approached academics with enthusiasm, especially math. I have always enjoyed working with numbers, and I have always had a great appreciation for math. As a tutor, I believe that everybody learns in different ways, and I enjoy helping students identify their strengths, while striving to tailor my tutoring to fit each student’s needs. The subjects I tutor include math, English, writing, reading,...

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.... The concept is always the most important part in math. In terms of language,...

...and groups. To name a few, I was a Resident Assistant for two and a half years, captain of the club soccer team, and an active member of Beta Beta Beta, the biological honor society. I began peer tutoring at school during my sophomore year for Anatomy & Physiology I & II. I soon realized how much I enjoyed helping other people learn, so I began assisting my residents with homework assignments, lab work, and...

...Support Services, my employer, I provided weekly instruction to fellow UH undergraduates during the Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 academic semesters. The subjects I tutored ranged from college level science courses to advanced mathematics. In my opinion, the most rewarding aspect of tutoring is when I am able to convey a particularly challenging question to a student. I do this by approaching concepts from multiple perspectives and breaking things down into layman's terms. In my...

...now. I am passionate about sharing my personal academic journey and the strategies I learned over the years to get straight A's. My interests include Psychology and Philosophy, as these were my undergraduate majors. I am also passionate about Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology, which is what I am studying now as a Graduate student. I enjoy teaching creative writing, so if you are interested in applying for college or graduate level admission, I...

...want that extra boost to get the grade you deserve! I have a lot of previous tutoring experience, and last year I helped a group of students in chemistry to raise their class average from a C to an A. From this experience, and having done all the exams myself not too long ago, I really feel I have learned a lot about the most effective ways to learn particular topics, and am happy and...

...teaching style, I believe in sustainable improvement - which comes with commitment and organization - and I assess my success as a mentor by my students' ability to move forward with the material independently. I am very patient with my students, and strive to empower every individual regardless of their background, experience, and learning barriers to gain confidence in accomplishing their academic goals. I am committed to accommodating my students' needs as best as I...

...and became a Pre-dental student over time because I loved learning about the sciences. I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects, including Chemistry, Biology, and Math. I have worked with students of all ages. My belief is that if the student understands the material presented, it is much easier to learn and incorporate. In my free time, I enjoy playing sports; mainly basketball. A healthy body leads to a healthy mind and a healthy mind...

...guide you through subject material is a factor that can prove to be a difference maker in achieving at the highest level. From my experience in undergrad at Cornell University to the many test-prep classes I have taken, I feel that I am knowledgeable in science subjects and mathematics and have developed strategies to best apply these techniques to standardized tests. I look forward to working with Varsity Tutors to help others the same way...