
Kathryn: Alhambra tutor
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...students from the NYU School of Medicine who were working in the lab. In the summer of 2015, I wrote and developed content for an Algebra 2 digital teaching platform. I believe that the skills I have developed over the years would be most helpful in tutoring students in math and life sciences. I would...
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Bachelors, Molecular and Integrative Physiology
PHD, Neuroscience ABD

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Certified Tutor
...use, computer science, software engineering, programming (JavaScript, PHP), web development, web design, game design, graphic design, marketing design, desktop publishing, and the Adobe Creative Suite (PhotoShop, InDesign, etc.). I am also a fan of project-based learning: I can coach a technology project from beginning to end. I've been programming since age ten, and developing web...
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Bachelors, Drama
Masters, Information Technology and Game Design

Henry : Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...and Political Economy. As a student who has experienced 12 years of both good and bad teachers, I understand the relevant skills needed to teach a variety of students. I've spent time my entire high school career helping my peers with general school subjects and two years teaching swimming to younger children. While abroad, I've...
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Bachelors, Business and Political Economy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760

Kiara: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...I am not writing, I perform as a poet on the college circuit or mentor students in the art of writing and performing poetry as part of Citizen Schools - an after school apprenticeship program for middle school children. I aspire to one day become a professor in English and Literature in hopes of spreading...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Creative Writing

Tae Young: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...students. Every grade, every score, and every evaluation, could be a pivotal building block of a child's professional future. Knowing this is to understand the seriousness of the educators role in a child's development. I promise to do my best to help your child excel in his or her future. At the same time, I...
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Bachelors, Acting/Directing
Masters, Law
LSAT: 167

Elsa: Alhambra tutor
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...of art, fashion and fragrance. For the last three years, I have been part of the Fine Fragrance marketing team at the leading fragrance house International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) in New York City. Also essential to my personal development is my deep passion for art and music. Most of my early work experiences have...
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Bachelors, Political Science & Economics

Harrison : Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...already know? More often than not, we can make progress in leaps and bounds by connecting the problems they are trying to tackle with the things they are already passionate about! My tutoring philosophy is not 'repeat after me,' but rather, 'how can I work with you to find the way that this will make...
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Bachelors, Drama

Jon: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...in Manhattan, and work as Professor of Theatre and Film at Long Island University's Post campus, where I teach playwriting, directing, film history, introduction to drama, and professional skills for actors. I am also the Director of Graduate Studies, running the M.F.A. in Theatre program. I also recruit both undergraduate and graduate students for the...
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Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Masters, Dramatic Writing

Jordan: Alhambra tutor
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...it. In addition, Ive been tutoring reading, writing, algebra, and SAT prep. I had a difficult time with the multiple choice reading and writing sections in high school, and I empathize with students who struggle with that format, with students who have trouble narrowing their ideas into one single-letter answer. My teaching technique is one...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 720

Taylor: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...academic history, and have developed superb study methods to aid memorization and concept understanding. I have a very hands-on, personal teaching style. I aim to develop effective learning methods and instill confidence in all of my students so they will continue to achieve beyond our time together. I strive to personalize lessons and teaching methods...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Drama
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 31

Yi-Ju: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...both Pinyin and Mandarin Phonetic Symbols and can write professionally in both Simplified and Traditional Chinese. I have studied linguistics, phonology, semantic, and Chinese paleography and have used them to facilitate my teaching with great success; I am also very familiar with both contemporary and ancient Chinese literature. I have five-year experience in private tutoring...
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Bachelors, Psychology and Chinese Literature
Masters, Research and Experimental Psychology

Paul: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...necessarily. Schools only receive a fraction of the support they need and teachers are overburdened by large class sizes, mandated testing and restrictive curricula. As an individual tutor, I can assess a child's exact needs and address those factors that inhibit a child's success with patience and creative approaches that nurture curiosity and impart a...
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Bachelors, Liberal Arts

Fred: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...I enjoy tutoring students in my free time. I've been tutoring students for over 10 years, most recently at the KIPP Charter Schools. I firmly believe that students perform best when they are intrinsically motivated, and strive to foster that drive to succeed at all times. My background is in finance, and so I love...
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Bachelors, Finance & International Business
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 720

Linsey: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...teaching career at a performance based assessment school in Manhattan before I moved back to MD in October. Although I am seeking a full time position outside of the classroom, I still enjoy supporting student learning. I know what it is like to struggle in a class (I still cringe when I think about geometry!)...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Secondary Education-English
Masters, International Education

Dave: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...make difficult material easier to digest and understand. I have also done extensive international travel. I have lived in the Caribbean twice for a total of 5 years (Dominican Republic, 3 years, the Cayman Islands, 2 years), Europe for 3 years (Denmark 2 years, Spain 6 months and varied travel throughout the rest of western...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Accounting
Masters, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Nayaab: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...a member of the International Honor Society in Psychology; hence, I am well qualified to teach this subject. Because I am passionate about reading and writing, both creatively and academically, I have excelled in the Critical Reading and Writing sections of the PSAT, SAT, ACT, and MCAT and have often tutored peers facing difficulties in...
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Bachelors, Psychology with Minors in Molecular Cell Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Mike: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...that they are already doing on a regular basis. If I can find interest, and determine how solid the foundation is ... I can craft a way to reinforce that foundation with true understanding so that a much stronger building can be built. The other day, an article was published that said the largest prime...
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Bachelors, Economics
Masters, Quantitative Analysis

David: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...After nearly 2 years in consulting I continued my studies at New York University, pursuing pre-medical courses for entry into medical school. I have completed coursework in General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biology, and Physics. I bring patience, diligence, enthusiasm, and a strong attention to detail to each and every tutoring experience. In addition to excelling...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics & International Relations
Current Grad Student, Pre-medical Post-baccalaureate
ACT Science: 32

Jeff: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...succeed with rigorous standardized tests. As a student at NYU, I would love the chance to give back to applicants in my area and tutor the ACT and SATII Math tests. Former experience in marketing has made me personable and an effective teacher, while my rigorous preparation for standardized tests has made me highly familiar...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Business
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32

Naftali: Alhambra tutor
Certified Tutor
...Every student is different and should be taught in a way that helps them better understand both the subject matter in front of them and themselves as a student. I believe that the healthy combination of creativity and patience can lead to the solution of almost any problem in life. In my spare time, I...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Dramatic Writing
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Math: 740
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