Erin
Certified Tutor
Hi my name is Erin, and I am currently finishing up my MA in History and Literature with Columbia University. I am friendly and approachable, and I believe in the importance of developing a good rapport and on emphasizing every inividual student.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, General Literature
GRE Verbal: 167
Sarah
Certified Tutor
Graduated from Columbia University with a M.S. Neuroscience and from UCLA with a B.S. Psychobiology. Taught high school biology and chemistry for 2 years.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Psychobiology
Master of Science, Neuroscience
Cristal
Certified Tutor
...experience in education, curriculum design, leadership development, & adult training. I have taught kinder, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. I have also conducted private tutoring for 1st-12th grade students, college undergraduates, and adult learners in math, language arts, and test prep. I am a very patient and seasoned educator with the tools and high...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
Masters in Education, Education
Tiffany
Certified Tutor
I'm a journalist covering higher education, politics and social issues. I'm a proud graduate of Spelman College and Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Science, Journalism
James
Certified Tutor
...that focuses on clarity first and then learning to add more force to one's writing. As someone who has studied two foreign languages and took honors English courses as a student, I have a deep understanding of grammar; I am also able to help my students understand how mastering it can be fun. As author...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Political Science and Government
Master of Science, Journalism
Linda
Certified Tutor
...all levels of French (including AP), I am also fluent in Italian, and I am fairly adept at German. I also have strengths in English lit and writing, as I majored in literature and journalism, and worked as a reporter, writer, copy editor and freelance journalist for many years. I am very positive and warm,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Science, Journalism
Sophia
Certified Tutor
...at Columbia University, majoring in chemistry on the pre-med track. I have been an organic chemistry lab and general chemistry lab TA for the past 4 semesters, and will continue into my senior year. I enjoy working with students of all ages in different academic materials. I also have experience teaching dance to younger children...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Leigh Anne
Certified Tutor
...She is an internationally-recognized storyteller whose work has been featured on NBC, PBS NewsHour, International Journalists Network, and NPR's science radio program WHYY The Pulse. She received her Master of Science in Journalism (Science Concentration) degree from Columbia Journalism School. A scientist-turned-journalist, she received her University Honors Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at Saint...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Master of Science, Journalism
Sophie
Certified Tutor
Hello! I am a math teacher with particular experience helping struggling students find success in high school math subjects such as Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry. Happy to help with homework, review for tests or even teach the subject to you from the ground up. We'll build your problem-solving skills and confidence together!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Master of Arts, Public Administration
GMAT: 710
Stephanie
Certified Tutor
...subject expertise. Substantial knowledge on standardized test-taking for high school, college, and graduate levels. Fantastic track record for accelerating both group and individual concept-learning and improving student performance expeditiously. A thorough and attentive professional with excellent communication and problem-solving skills who works wonderfully with students to provide an amazing customer experience.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Master of Science, Physiology
Joyce
Certified Tutor
I am currently a student at Columbia University studying Biomedical Engineering. Throughout high school, I tutored my peers in math, science, and standardized testing and found that I loved seeing my students passionate about what they are learning. Outside of tutoring, you can find me exploring the outdoors or tasting the newest restaurants in NYC.
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
David
Certified Tutor
...and Columbia's Graduate School of Journalism. My day job is to help others use the written word and to explain civics and government to a large audience. I'm also constantly using statistics and algebra to demonstrate my points, and I can help you learn all the basic concepts. I scored highly on the SAT, both...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Ancient Greek
Master of Science, Journalism
Meghan
Certified Tutor
I am a current PhD student studying Epidemiology at Boston University, and specialize in both Epidemiology and Biostatistics. I have experience tutoring these topics, as well as teaching English as a second or other language in a variety of classroom settings.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Master in Public Health, Epidemiology
Ann
Certified Tutor
...education in one way or another all my life-- either as a student, grad student, documentary filmmaker and now as a Teacher K-12. I have one daughter in college, and one in high school. I've lived in California, and New York, but now am back home in Oregon where I grew up. I'm very friendly...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Arts, European History
Stuart
Certified Tutor
...30 years because I am passionate about storytelling but I have also been teaching in one way or another for nearly as long-- I have tutored one-on-one but I have also taught writing to elementary school, middle school and college students and I have also coached baseball for well over a decade. These years of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Science, Journalism
SAT Verbal: 700
Pamela
Certified Tutor
...and Oxford universities, and authored and edited acclaimed books that are available in renowned libraries around the world. For over a decade I mentored hundreds of academics and writers at Central European University, where I established a fellowship program before returning home to Boston. SAMPLE REVIEW "Can't speak highly enough for Pamela. She is an...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Public Policy, International Policy Analysis
Rachel
Certified Tutor
...to entering graduate school, I worked as a 5th and 6th-grade teacher at a residential science school in Southern California. I then worked as an outdoor educator in Rocky Mountain National Park where I designed and taught classes on biology, natural history, and conservation for students aged 5 to 50 (and everywhere in between!). I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Master of Arts, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
GRE Verbal: 167
Charlene
Certified Tutor
...Teach For America, my stories have appeared in publications including the Huffington Post, the Orlando Sentinel, SUCCESS and the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. My committment to students didn't end with my Teach For America committment. I've taught middle and high school, undergraduate college courses, and adult education courses. I especially enjoy sharing my love for reading...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Master of Science, Journalism
ACT Reading: 34
ACT Science: 34
Rachel
Certified Tutor
My name is Rachel and I recently graduated from Columbia University with my MPA in Environmental Science and Policy. Prior to that, I received my B.A.s in Environmental Science and Public Policy from Mills College. I have a passion for science and politics and enjoy helping others in their academic pursuits.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
Master in Management, Public Policy Analysis
Margaret
Certified Tutor
I am a recent graduate of Michigan State University, where I received my BS in Human Biology. I am currently a MS in Bioethics candidate at Columbia University. I hope to attend medical school, and plan to pursue a career in primary care medicine.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
Master of Science, Bioethics and Medical Ethics
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