
Joscelyn: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...I was able to relate and interact well with the players. I have mostly tutored math (including a focus in SAT Math), but I am always happy to help someone in any subject than I can. I enjoy working with students of all ages, and I want to see every one of them succeed! Since graduating I worked for two of the largest e-commerce companies in supply chain/logistics management, and now I'm a data consultant....
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Industrial Engineering

Kevin: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...if you just break it down into small parts. For example, things like Advanced Placement tests and standardized tests when viewed as a whole can seem like daunting tasks which require lots of higher order reading, writing, and thinking skills. However, when they are approached question by question and broken down into series of basic tasks, they become much more manageable. In my spare time I enjoy reading, particularly nonfiction books on the areas I...
Education & Certification
American University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Miguel: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...correctly solve problems and arrive at the correct answers. In my opinion, there is no better way to assess the depth and breadth of one's knowledge than to try to convey it to others. The study habits I hope to pass on to my students are ones that have benefited me throughout my educational career. I graduated salutatorian of my high school and won third place overall in Academic Decathlon state competition my senior year....
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Computer Science / English

Shayan: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I'm a pre-health student at the University of Pennsylvania, and have an extensive background in the sciences. I can also rock the SATs and MCAT, so I've got that going for me. I love learning with students and trying to make the tedious work of learning as fun as possible. I think and teach in examples and make abstract concepts easily understandable. I also love sports, adventures, travelling!... My teaching philosophy is to teach in a...
Education & Certification
University at Buffalo - Bachelors, Biology, General
University of Pennsylvania - Current Grad Student, Pre-Health

Justin: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...would go to local Piscataway and Charter Schools to tutor mathematics ranging from grades 6-12. I'm really confident in tutoring any kind of mathematics from grades K-12. My teaching philosophy is generally to practice practice practice until a concept is down. I always try and make sure that anyone that I teach completely understands why they are using certain formulas or theorems when completing problems. A good understanding of the foundation of mathematics is crucial...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Mathematics and Economics

JJ: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Entomology at the beginning of 2015. I have a sincere love of learning and find great joy in helping others achieve their academic goals. I believe a teacher must be patient with their students and truly understand what issues they face in order to effectively communicate with them. I strive to cultivate a positive teaching environment that inspires my students with the same passion for learning that I have. I have recently focused on tutoring...
Education & Certification
Villanova University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of California-Davis - Master of Science, Entomology

Josh: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...for three years. Upon returning to America I graduated summa cum ladue from Yeshiva University with a degree in Biology. In college I ran a program of over 120 college students who tutored at public schools in Washington Heights. I recruited tutors, coordinated the program with the principals of the schools, and held events to help the tutors maximize their helpfulness to the public school students. I, furthermore, have served as a tutor in the...
Education & Certification
Yeshiva University - Bachelors, Biology, General

Suzanne: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...is a joy to share my passion for music and teaching with others. As an educator, I believe that students should play an active role in their education. I will work with students and their families to deliver lessons that best serve the needs of students. I firmly believe in affirming the unique skills and talents of all my students. It would be a privilege to work with you and learn about your passions as...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Music

Stephanie: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...to helping students succeed because I know from my own experiences as a student that, at every level of education, from elementary to graduate school, the support and encouragement of a passionate teacher can turn a diffident or apathetic underachieving student into a classroom star. My favorite subject to tutor is standardized test prep (SAT, ACT, GRE, etc.) because such tests cover a finite body of material that can be taught and mastered. In addition...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Cinema and Media Studies / English Language and Literature
University of Iowa - Masters, Film Studies

Kathy: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I'm a recent Duke grad with experience in Resume Writing, Statistics, Mandarin Chinese, Art History, and Math. I'll be available starting in July through August to tutor. In September, I'll be pursuing my Masters Degree in London at the Sotheby's Institute of Art.... I believe there is no model that fits any one student and that getting to know that student and his or her learning process is integral to teaching him or her effectively and...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Economics and Art
Sothebys Institute of Art - Masters, Modern and Contemporary Asian Art

Alexander: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Studies. After college, I received a Fulbright Scholarship to study architecture at Cambridge University, where I got my Master's degree in Architecture. Due to some personal exposure I had to family illness, I decided to switch paths and pursue a career in medicine, and I'll be applying to medical school next year. I've been helping students with physics, math, and SAT prep since college, and more recently I've been focusing on tutoring pre-medical subjects (Chemistry,...
Education & Certification
Amherst College - Bachelor in Arts, Architecture; Environmental Studies

Jasmine: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Neuroscience major at Swarthmore College. My favorite subjects include Biology and Psychology. I am interested in teaching students how to develop a better grasp of their academic material, improve their learning skills, and succeed in whatever course they take. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy playing violin, reading, and traveling. I also have extensive community service experience and have traveled to China, Kenya, and the Dominican Republic to engage in volunteer work.
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry

Gregory: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...you reach your goal on any standardized test of mathematics. In addition, I taught English as a second language to over one hundred students at a college in Taizhou, China prior to entering my graduate program in engineering, which helped me hone my teaching style in both ESL and Mathematics. I am a patient tutor who focuses on identifying the root causes of misunderstandings and correcting them so that the student can succeed in applying...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, International Affairs
Boston University - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Alex: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
I recently graduated from NYU's Stern School of Business and had a great time helping prospective students on the GMAT. I scored extremely high through self-guided study and found I learned fun ways to teach some of the tougher concepts. I believe in making the session fun and student-driven - but also quickly finding any underlining problems with comprehension and addressing them.
Education & Certification
West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Business Management
New York University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Management

Linda: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...most enjoy about my past and current jobs is interacting and mentoring college and high school students -- talking to them about their goals and helping them to prepare to enter the workforce. I was a reading tutor for adults through a YMCA program and taught private piano lessons to children and seniors. I am a member of several cultural organizations as well as the local rotary club. In my spare time, I play piano,...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Drexel University - Master of Science, Arts Administration

Ben: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...preparation. I especially love teaching Latin; over the past four years I have helped students master grammar and translation, while transferring my enthusiasm for the language and literature itself. I work very hard to make sure that my students make progress! In order to make this happen, I will tailor my approach to a subject to the specific needs of each student. In my spare time, I do landscape painting in oils and pastels. I...
Education & Certification
Haverford College - Bachelor in Arts, Classical Languages and Literature
University of Oxford - Masters, Classical Languages and Literature

Aja: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...world around me. I would love to instill that same type of enthusiasm in my students. My photography classes introduce the possibilities of the art by providing examples, asking questions, and allowing students to fill in the blanks. My hope for all of my learners is to help them communicate their own unique perspectives of the world and to acknowledge those perspectives as valid. I have also spent the last three and a half years...
Education & Certification
The Catholic University of America - Bachelors, Spanish Literature/ Latin American Studies

Michael: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...of improving his/her score significantly. These concepts and strategies helped boost my score 17 points over the course of 2 months. As someone who has recently gone through the law school admissions process, I am also happy to help students with any other aspect of the application process. Given the substantial weight of the LSAT in the admissions process, however, I am particularly passionate about helping students master this test. I know from personal experience...
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Bachelors, Philosophy

Brittany: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...of 2008, with BAs in Japanese and linguistics. While languages and language itself are my first love, I enjoy working in a variety of other subjects as well. As a student and a teacher, I prefer working from the fundamentals to memorizing facts; I feel that understanding how and why something works is a more interesting and effective method, and helps nurture critical thinking, an essential life skill. I look forward to helping students work...
Education & Certification
Macalester College - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese, linguistics

Jessica: Philadelphia English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...a subject, and to place there instead something positive--the love of a book, an appreciation for a well-written paragraph, and the confidence to attack any test or assignment with assurance. I hold my Master's Degree in English Curriculum and Instruction for grades 5-12, and I am well-versed in different teaching methods to ensure that a student who works with me has every chance of success. I think that students learn best when they are interested...
Education & Certification
Brandeis University - Bachelors, English
University of Massachusetts-Lowell - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
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