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Jennifer

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Jennifer

PHD, Natural Resource Economics
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays

I am easy-going and will try to make learning as fun and successful as possible for you - I look forward to meeting you!

Education

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

PHD, Natural Resource Economics

Colorado State University-Fort Collins

Bachelor of Science, Biology and Spanish

Madalina

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Madalina

Doctor of Philosophy, French
Madalina's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational French
French
French 2
French 3

I have a Ph.D. in French literature from the University of Kansas. I also spent an academic year in Strasbourg and a summer in Paris. French is my most enduring passion. I was an Instructor of French at the University level for over 20 years, both as a T.A. and Fixed-Term Assistant Professor. I alwa...

Education

University of Kansas

Bachelor in Arts, English

University of Kansas

Doctor of Philosophy, French

Sarah

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sarah

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy & Physiology
AP Calculus AB
Biology
Biostatistics

I am a third year medical student at Wayne State University tutoring math and science. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Stony Brook University with a major in Biochemistry. I first developed my passion for teaching from 7 years of experience as a martial arts and boxing instructor. I was able to dev...

Education

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Wayne State University

Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine

Brandyn

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Brandyn

Masters, Accounting
Brandyn's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Algebra
Basic Computer Literacy
Elementary School Math

Strategic, high-energy, confident professional bridging the gap between goals and accomplishments

Education

Kean University

Masters, Accounting

Wesleyan University

Bachelors, Economics

Musa

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Musa

Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
Musa's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
Chemistry
College Biology

I am a senior at Arizona State University and have plans to continue on to medical school after receiving my undergraduate degree. I love tutoring all of the courses I have listed, especially the sciences, as that is what I study at ASU. Over the last year I have been tutoring students in science su...

Education

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences

Matthew

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Matthew

Master of Arts, Literature
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Reading
9th-12th Grade Writing
Adult Literacy
American Literature

I currently work as a teacher in New York City public schools. I have a Master of Arts in English from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. and a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs and French Language and Literature from George Washington University. I spent a year directly enrolled in t...

Education

Georgetown University

Master of Arts, Literature

George Washington University

Bachelor in Arts, French/International Affairs

Steve

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Steve

Doctor of Philosophy, Music
Steve's other Tutor Subjects
Bass Guitar
Guitar
Logic Pro Software
Music

Teaching has always been a passion of mine and my real world musical experiences gives me a unique perspective which is a huge advantage to my students.I have spent over 20 years playing guitar on Broadway and London's West End performing/musical directing in some of the biggest hit shows like JERSE...

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Royal Academy of Music

Doctor of Philosophy, Music

Ana

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Ana

Masters in Education, Mathematics
Ana's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Math

I have a doctorate degree in educational leadership and curriculum development, as well as a master's degree in mathematics education. Over the past twenty years, I have worked with students from diverse backgrounds and with varying academic needs. In my experience as an educator, I believe that stu...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

Masters in Education, Mathematics

University of St Thomas

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Nova Southeastern University

Doctor of Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision

Heather

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Heather

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry State Certified Teacher
Heather's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Physics 1

I have been a certified teacher for 5 years and employed by Clear Creek Independent School District. I teach high school science and have taught integrated physics and chemistry, physics, pre-ap level physics, and astronomy. I have also taught SAT and PSAT/NMSQT prep classes on campus. While I have ...

Education

University of North Texas

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry State Certified Teacher

Marc

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Marc

Master of Science, Biotechnology
Marc's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Languages
Life Sciences
Math

I am a Masters graduate in Biotechnology/Biomedical Sciences from Georgetown University and undergraduate from Lafayette College with a focus in Biology/Bioengineering. In my tenure of work, I have participated in 4 research labs pertaining to oncology, drug development and genetics. Outside of the ...

Education

Georgetown University

Master of Science, Biotechnology

Lafayette College

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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