Craig
Certified Tutor
...to the Houston area because my fiancee, who also has a PhD in English, now teaches at a major university here. While I continue my research and work towards publishing my dissertation, I will be accepting students for verbal section test prep for all major standardized tests (SAT, ACT, TOEFL, GRE, LSAT, GMAT, etc.). I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Doctor of Philosophy, English
Shane
Certified Tutor
...passionate about teaching and education. Sometimes students need assistance tailored to their specific needs and situations that regular classes cannot provide, and so one of my greatest joys tutoring is being able to give one-on-one, specialized help and the little extra push that they need to help them shine. My mother is a former teacher...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, East Asian Studies
Julia
Certified Tutor
I graduated in May 2019 from Harvard, where I studied English and French. I have years of experience tutoring English, essay writing/editing, SAT, and French. I love learning and working through problems with someone else--I'd be excited to work with you!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33
Evan
Certified Tutor
...long enjoyed enjoyed working with others to help them achieve personal goals. Some of the most fulfilling tutoring I have done recently have been tutoring immigrants for the US Citizenship Test, helping formerly incarcerated individuals attain their GEDs, and tutoring children in Honduras on conversational English to obtain high-paying jobs in the tourism industry. I'm...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Current Grad Student, Statistics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Ify
Certified Tutor
...the comfort of my students. As someone who has used tutoring myself in some of my harder classes in college, I understand that not everything comes easily to everyone, so I want all of my students to feel comfortable asking any and all questions they might have, or going over a topic as many times...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Economics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 33
Ander
Certified Tutor
...for four years. I then went on to teach of all of the same at my high school's summer school program for three years. From there I attended and worked for City Year. City Year is a nonprofit sponsored by Americorps that provides extra support for students in low-income public schools around the country. In...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Astrophysics
Nicolas
Certified Tutor
...tutor, the most important thing I realized was that there isn't a cookie cutter way of teaching any subject to any student. Each student is different, and I pay attention to their learning style and adjust accordingly. I strive to not only make sure students can solve each problem but that they thoroughly comprehend the...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Rebecca
Certified Tutor
...the best in my students and making sure that they realize their potential in life. "I cannot figure it out" is never an excuse. I believe when there is a will, there is always a way. Inspiring my students to become lifelong learners and social change agents is a passion I hold dearly.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Masters in Education, Education
Adaliss
Certified Tutor
I am a classroom instructor, one-on-one tutor, and academic coach with over a decade of experience working with elementary age students (K-6), undergraduate and graduate students in the Northeast and on the West Coast and across seas. I look forward to working with you to achieve your academic, personal and professional goals.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Developmental Psychology
Master of Arts, Applied and Professional Ethics
Drisana
Certified Tutor
...contexts that make mathematics more understandable and relatable. Further, I am personally very interested in mathematics, since I will be working in math research/teaching as a graduate student. I became proficient in French in 2013 following high school, after which I have maintained proficiency by taking upper-level French courses and taking part in immersive experiences such...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
Current Grad Student, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Kathryn
Certified Tutor
...place on you. I respect students' time and always keep in mind that they have their own lives outside of school. As a tutor, my foremost goal is to work within, rather than against, your particular talents, learning styles, and time constraints, helping you achieve your goals while sparking your enthusiasm for thinking deeply and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Doctor of Philosophy, History
Derek
Certified Tutor
...the beauty and the power of quantitative and analytical abilities. I am patient and look forward to empowering others to learn and understand. At Harvard, I have taken CS50, CS51, Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra and Differential Equations, and a very cool class called Celestial Navigation, which is part of the Astrophysics Department. I am personally...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 770
Alison
Certified Tutor
...help and the right tools, all of my students are able to overcome any difficulties that their studies might present, because each of my students is guaranteed the opportunity to express him or herself to the best of his or her abilities. I believe that one of my best qualities as a tutor is my...
Education & Certification
Associate in Arts, English Composition
Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Cindy
Certified Tutor
...I'm a freshman at Harvard University and graduated from San Mateo High School this past year. I love to teach and have years tutoring students of all ages in a variety of subjects. Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions or would like to schedule a tutoring session!
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, English
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Emily
Certified Tutor
...recent Harvard grad living in New Orleans, I am excited to help others excel as they take every opportunity they can to learn. I tutored and TA'ed classes throughout college, while also studying computer science. That experience taught me that all subjects are tricky, and even the best students sometimes struggle. A good teacher and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Benjamin
Certified Tutor
...to their goal institutions. Along the way, I've helped students improve their performance in a variety of core subject areas, along with boosting scores on the SAT and SHSAT, and college application and essay writing. Hope to be able to serve you the best I can in getting you to where you want to be...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Sociology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 750
Hali
Certified Tutor
I recently graduated cum laude from Harvard University with a degree in visual art and microbiology! In my free time I also love to cook and read. I am relatively new to tutoring but am enthusiastic about learning and excited to start!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 790
Lynette
Certified Tutor
I graduated from Harvard University with a degree in Psychology. I draw on an extensive background in psychology to help you design study strategies and personal plans that will help you achieve the best results possible. I look forward to working together to achieve your learning goals.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 36
Yu
Certified Tutor
...have said I have been one of the best teacher they have encountered. My love for math is contagious and students respond to my teaching. It is my goal to make math fun and challenging. Students can learn a lot from me. I care for every student I teach. I want him or her to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Astrophysics
Master of Arts, Computational Mathematics
Alicia
Certified Tutor
...to work out examples. During the first tutoring session, my goal is to figure out what style or combination of styles is best for you, and also to figure out what your learning goals are. I will also ask questions about what you already know and what you would like to learn. I received a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 33
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