
Suzanne: Cary tutor
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...critical reading and writing at East Harlem Tutorial, raising average scores by over 200 points for her students. I was then hired by the Spanish government to teach English language through content classes in trilingual Catalan focused elementary and high schools. While in Spain, I also developed and taught curriculum for private children and adult...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics
Current Grad Student, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Isabel: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
I am currently studying Economics and East Asian Studies at Columbia University. Outgoing by nature, I have a teaching method that is very interactive. During a tutoring session, my students should expect a dialogue rather than a lecture. I have a background tutoring Math and Mandarin Chinese to students ranging from Elementary School to College.
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Economics, East Asian Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 770

Shelby: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...lifelong learners regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. As a former fifth grade teacher and current fourth grade teacher, I have experience teaching math, writing, reading, science, and social studies. My teaching and management style depends upon a unique blend of developmentally appropriate expectations, inquiry-based instruction, and humor. I believe that a student's...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English literature (concentration Creative Writing)

Margaret: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...as a tutor since I was in high school, helping peers and younger students with physics and math. I love helping people understand my favorite subjects and can't wait to do more work as a tutor. Outside of tutoring, I spend a lot of time exploring New York, reading, and doing community service.... In a first session, I think it's important to get to know the student and understand their learning style. It's also important to...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Physics

Sarah: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
I recently graduated magna cum laude with a degree in theater from Barnard College, Columbia University. I love meeting new people, figuring out complex problems, and helping others discover exciting ideas. I believe that clear communication and approachability are essential when tutoring. Learning is a journey, and I am excited to help you on yours!
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theater
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 760

Jessica: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...and analytical writing to college students. I have a PhD in Comparative Literature and I've published essays, stories, and plays. I taught at the University of Notre Dame for nine years. I am happy to be tutoring now because it gives me the opportunity to have an impact on students' lives from an early age.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, French, Women's Studies
PHD, Comparative Literature

Emily: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...Manhattan area. I encourage my students to develop their questioning skills and take control of their learning. My proudest moments as a teacher are when a child goes home and independently researches or reads about a topic because a lesson has piqued their curiosity. In addition, school content should be both challenging and applicable to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, French
Masters, Childhood General and Special Education

Lila: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...background, and academic goals and I tailor my teaching style to my students. My main goal when I tutor is to have my student leave the session knowing that they learned a ton and that their grades will show it! At the same time, my passion for the subjects I teach is contagious and I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Linguistics
Masters, Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Studies Program

Lillian: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
I am a senior math major at barnard college of Columbia University. I've tutored in the math help room through calculus III for 2 years. I enjoy algebra, number theory, and topology. I am also premed and enjoy chemistry, intro physics, and organic chemistry.... With Analysis, I like to walk the student through a fairly simple problem with a lot of detail to emphasize why the details of the definitions are important and provide counterexamples as...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 34

Anne: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...I graduated summa cum laude in 2011. I'm currently a PhD Candidate and Instructor in the English Department at Stony Brook University. Over the past eight years, I've worked with a wide range of students, ages elementary through college as both a tutor and classroom instructor. I teach college literature classes during the year and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
PHD, English
GRE Verbal: 169
GRE Verbal: 169
GRE Quantitative: 154

Lucy: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
I am an experienced tutor in chemistry and math with degrees from Columbia University and Stanford University. My teaching philosophy is tailored for each student and I believe in team work.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biochemistry
PHD, Structural Biology
SAT Math: 730

Jacey: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
I have 7 years of tutoring experience and continue to be passionate about education!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience

Amanda : Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...on the pre-med track with a major in biology. I am also interested in economics and American history. I began tutoring as a middle school student and haven't stopped, continuing into my high school years, year abroad and college. Through the years I have gained experience in tutoring chemistry, pre-calculus, algebra and reading. I find...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General

Aisha: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...am pursuing a bachelors degree in biochemistry and I hope to continue to pursue a masters in biomedical engineering. I have tutored students in the past for the SHSAT and the SAT. I also enjoy teaching chemistry and Spanish because they are two of my favorite subjects. I believe everyone should have the opportunity to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Math: 800

Katie: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...student living in New York and have been tutoring and teaching test prep classes for the past several years. I love working with students to help them gain confidence and understanding in subjects that have been giving them trouble, and I strive to make learning the most positive and enjoyable experience possible!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Theater Literature, History, and Criticism
Master of Social Work, Social Work
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Quinn: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...high school subjects and college entrance exams. I really enjoy tutoring and, as I am currently in law school, it is a good fit for my busy schedule that allows me to have an income but flexibly and while setting my own hours. I'm an outdoors girl who loves camping, hiking, skiing, diving, and everything...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Near and Middle Eastern Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 790

Nicole: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
Hi! My name is Nicole, I'm a Mathematics-Statistics major at Barnard College. I love math and am so excited to be a tutor.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Statistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 780

Liz: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
I believe the key to education is to promote the underlying understanding of the concepts. Once a topic is understood, the application of the numbers comes easily. People don't really hate math; they hate feeling uncomfortable with it.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Statistics
Master of Engineering, Environmental Engineering

Rachel: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...tutor, teacher, and administrator. A lover of all things linguistic, I have tutored three languages (Spanish, ESL, and Quechua) to dozens of students ages five to fifty. My background is in language lesson and curriculum development, specializing in less commonly taught and indigenous languages. I try to make my lessons as interactive as possible while...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Hispanic and Latin American Languages

Rebecca: Cary tutor
Certified Tutor
...with the students and convey the information so it is understandable. I have taken all of the required pre-med courses-from Biology to physics to organic chemistry, and have taken a few math courses for fun! I especially love statistics and calculus. I have a passion for math, and have experience both taking, teaching, and tutoring...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
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