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Jennifer

Certified Tutor

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

Bethany

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Bethany

Master of Arts, Religious Studies
Bethany's other Tutor Subjects
AP World History
College Level American History
College World History
Creative Writing

I am a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley and Duke University. I received my Bachelor's degree in History and my Master's degree in Religious Studies. Since graduation I have tutored students in American History and Biblical Hebrew, which were exceedingly rewarding experiences. I am ...

Education

Duke University

Master of Arts, Religious Studies

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
SAT
1450
Andrew

Certified Tutor

Andrew

Bachelors, Math and Economics, minor in physics
Andrew's other Tutor Subjects
1st-5th Grade Math
3rd-5th Grade Science
Algebra
Algebra 2

Hi students! I graduated from the University of Oregon in September. I double majored in Math and Economics, with a minor in Physics. I also had a lot of fun being a part of my school's outdoor leadership training program where I learned to lead fellow classmates on backpacking and outdoor trips. I ...

Education

University of Oregon

Bachelors, Math and Economics, minor in physics

James

Certified Tutor

8+ years

James

Bachelor in Arts, Physics
James's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra 3/4
Calculus
Calculus 2
Chemistry

I am a medical student who sees the world from the perspective of a teacher. I am not satisfied with my understanding of a topic until I feel confident that I can explain the material to another person. I am excited about the opportunities to continue my education so that I can spread my knowledge t...

Education

University of California-Santa Barbara

Bachelor in Arts, Physics

Cooper Medical School at Rowan University

Doctor of Medicine, Medicine

Test Scores
SAT
1490
Felicia

Certified Tutor

Felicia

Master of Science, Human Biology
Felicia's other Tutor Subjects
ACSM - American College of Sports Medicine
Adult Literacy
African-American History
AP Biology

I have my B.S. in Exercise Science & Fitness Management and my M.S. in Human Performance. I have 15+ plus years in the Health, Wellness and Physical Rehabilitation profession. I have successfully tutored, mentored and trained over 50+ personal trainers and wellness coaches in the areas of certificat...

Education

Texas Southern University

Master of Science, Human Biology

Lamar University

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiotherapy

Daijia

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Daijia

Masters, None
Daijia's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
Anatomy & Physiology
AP Biology
Biology

What's My Problem Have you ever asked yourself this question? If so, you're not alone! Many of us at some point have struggled in academic areas that seem impossible to master- I know, because I've been that student once. For this reason, I am motivated to teach and tutor students who struggle with ...

Education

Indiana University School of Medicine

Masters, None

Spelman College

Bachelors, Biology, General

David

Certified Tutor

16+ years

David

Current Grad Student, Secondary Education
David's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
College Math
Elementary School Math

I have over 20 years of experience in tutoring and teaching young people. I have a Masters in Education and teach High School Geometry in Arizona. I love helping students along in their math work! Let me know how I can help!

Education

Corban University

Bachelors, Youth Ministry

Grand Canyon University

Current Grad Student, Secondary Education

Lil

Certified Tutor

Lil

Masters, MA: Education, EdLd: K-12 Administration
Lil's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
English

I have been a Language Arts teacher for 15 years, mostly at the middle school level. My BA is in English and I am an avid reader, racing through audio books in particular, since I am a master multi-tasker. I enjoy doing some freelancing editing work on the side as well. I have a special talent for t...

Education

Winona State University, EdLd: Minnesota State University Mankato

Masters, MA: Education, EdLd: K-12 Administration

Gustavus Adolphus College

Bachelors, English

Alexander

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Alexander

Masters, Viola
Alexander's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
CAHSEE Prep

I am currently a doctoral student at the University of Southern California, and I completed earlier degrees at the Juilliard School in New York and at La Sierra University in Riverside, CA. At La Sierra as an undergrad, I received dual degrees with honors in violin and mathematics, both of which hav...

Education

The Juilliard School

Masters, Viola

La Sierra University

Bachelors, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1570
Frances

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Frances

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Frances's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
Adult ESL/ELL

I am a recent magna cum laude graduate of Duke University and a full-time educator in North Carolina. I have a passion for helping young people figure things out and have experience writing professionally.

Education

Duke University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Test Scores
ACT
35

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