Certified Tutors From Duke University

...to tutor is chemistry because it was my favorite subject in school. When tutoring I like to help develop the skills that students already have and help them fill in the gaps in their knowledge. Outside of school and work, I enjoy watching The Flash and playing the Sims 4. I also enjoy reading during...

...about tutoring is the relationship that is formed between student and tutor. I like to really get to know a student so I can learn how to help him or her best. It is important to me that a student is able to enjoy his or her work. That will make learning more fun, and...

...University who scored in the 99th percentile (522) on the MCAT in May 2017. I got so much advice and guidance in my journey, and now I'm eager to pass that along! I have previously served as a Chemistry/Physics tutor for a major test prep company but am also well-versed with the other MCAT sections.

...her time at Wheaton College, she was a TA for semesters in mathematics, and collaborated with faculty on a research project in computational epidemiology and was acknowledged in the published article, The Schedule Effect, which looked at how school scheduling can impact infection rates. Although Biostatistics is her passion, Kirsten has been heavily involved in...

...individual with a passion for helping others learn. I bring a diverse range of experiences with over 4 years of tutoring experience, including ACT, SAT, PSAT tutoring, college essay editing. I have also worked for 2 years with America Read America Counts, and spent summer of 2016 tutoring 12-18 year old girls in Cusco, Peru.

...people for help has been critical to my learning. I have tutored students since junior year of high school and have refined my teaching methods from all of my sessions. Furthermore, I think I'd be a great tutor in the foreseeable future as I will bring students to learn hard math concepts in a simpler...

...Andrew; I'm currently studying Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. In my free time, I'm an avid debater, frisbee player, and nap-taker. Recently, I've been researching metabolic engineering in yeast- ask me about it if you want to be bored. I love to learn, and can't wait to help everyone here learn with me!

Hello, I am a junior at Duke University studying Political Science. I am an experienced tutor in both test prep and college prep. If you need any help, please let me know!

...composition. I loved the experience and returned to Duke, where as soon as I finished my science requirements, I applied to be a peer tutor. From there, I gained three years of experience tutoring Organic Chemistry, Physics, and other science topics and proofreading others' essays on the side. I love building others' confidence and helping...

...beginner-intermediate Spanish, as well as various subjects that pertain to my major, such as cultural anthropology and global studies. I know just how important standardized test scores, GPA, and college apps are, and I love helping students unlock their potential and get the scores they need. Please contact me if you have any questions at...

My name is Samantha and I am a sophomore at Duke University. I have experience in tutoring peers throughout high school and middle school in the areas of math, science, and language.

...my students as a mentor in more than one way. As a young person and someone who recently graduated from school, I understand the pressures and challenges that my students face, and I find that students succeed when they feel in control of their own decisions and their own learning. I believe that students know...

...chemistry and a doctorate in biochemistry. I have been involved in teaching in one form or another for 40 years and am currently a high school teacher in chemistry and in AP chemistry. I feel I have a great deal to offer my students whether in my classes or as a tutor.

...and ACT. I have also tutored students from ages 5-17. My teaching philosophy entails a lot of practice and self-discovery. From my own experiences with challenging subjects, I know that going the extra mile by doing more practice problems than are actually assigned or watching videos on certain concepts helps reinforcement and allows students to...

...feel very confident teaching standardized test subjects! For me, tutoring is about breaking down difficult subjects into bite-sized pieces for my students to understand. My motto is "baby steps," and I love finding new and personalized ways to make learning fun for my students. Outside of academia I can be found exercising, singing, playing the...

My name is Nicole and I am a native New Yorker! I was fortunate enough to attend Duke University where I received a BA in Music and minor in Education. I have tutored in many subjects, especially NY State Regents throughout all of high school and college.

...like to boil down a problem to its most basic form, so you can easily see the relevant information without getting caught in the minutia. I believe that when you understand the logic behind a simple problem like this, you will be able to solve more complex ones derived from similar concepts. In my free...

...From there we can begin to focus on areas that need to be addressed. My approach is very active and is rooted in problem solving. When I teach I want my students to practice as many problems as possible. My approach in an individual tutoring session would be the same. My student evaluations suggest that...

...subjects and areas. Particularly I enjoy tutoring in math as that was my favorite subject in high school. My philosophy is that each individual learner is different. From learning styles, to interests and motivation techniques, no student is ever quite like another, so why should they be taught as such? Outside the classroom I enjoy...

...In addition to attending Columbia Business School, I earned my undergraduate degree at Duke University (Economics) and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Montclair State University in NJ. I am committed to my students' success and will invest the time to make sure that our tutoring time is as productive as possible. I have...