
Brian: Mountainside tutor
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...a college application, or if a student wants to practice and improve their reading comprehension, I can be of assistance. I spent much of the last four years working with Penn State students to craft essays and better understand works of literature. For instance, I helped a fellow student compose a stronger and more cohesive...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, English

Nicolas: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...I am currently halfway through my Masters of Science at the University of Wisconsin Madison. Learning at one of the best games economics MS programs has taught me a lot that I want to teach others too! My undergraduate experience at Penn State University has likewise taught me a lot too. From earning a Bachelors...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Economics

Hanna: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...my knowledge. I understand that tutoring can seem daunting--for me it definitively was--but I also understand how much of a positive impact it can have on performance in a subject. It's really great to see other students succeed in subjects in which they are having difficulty, and I hope that I can help a student...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Engineering, Architectural Engineering
SAT Math: 730

Vivian: Mountainside tutor
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My name is Vivian and I am going into my sophomore year at Penn State. I have been tutoring students and teaching music for over 4 years. I have developed a strong passion for helping students find success through hard work and look forward to helping more students through Varsity Tutors.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Business Administration, Spanish

Andrew: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...University with a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering. I went to Penn State for my undergraduate degree and majored in Engineering Science with a minor in Electrochemical Engineering. I am now currently working at Panasonic as a Mechanical Process Engineer. I have a lot of experience with a variety of math topics and would love...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Science
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
GRE: 327
GRE Quantitative: 170

Alexander: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...Masters of Accounting as well as a minor in Spanish. I passed the final part of the C.P.A. Exam in June. My passion for tutoring stems from helping my college peers with coursework related to accounting, finance, economics and business law. I enjoy engaging with students in order to tailor each tutoring session to the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Masters in Business Administration, Accounting

Daniel: Mountainside tutor
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...am studying electrical engineering at Penn State University. I love teaching, and I love making learning fun. I come from a long line educators and I have lots of experience teaching. I have run summer camps (with children ages 3 and up), taught middle school math classes, and taught as a learning assistant for a...
Education & Certification
Electrical Engineer, Electrical Engineering

Neha: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...Information Sciences and Technology and minor in Psychology. In the past, I've worked as a student-teacher for Kumon, where I taught kids of all ages in Math and Reading. I've also worked as a coding instructor for the company, Girls Who Code, where I taught and empowered young girls coding and the importance of Computer...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Karl: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...everything including football, baseball, soccer, basketball, and ran track. In school, I figured out that I was pretty good at math around 5th grade and then in high school I really found that I really enjoyed physics as well. In high school I often tutored my team mates from the football team and track team...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 750

Joshua: Mountainside tutor
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I'm a computer science major at Penn State with a lot of application-oriented programming experience, but also academic experience. Some highlights include 1560 on the SAT and 5 on AP Comp Sci A.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760

Michael: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...in Actuarial Science and a Minor in Statistics. Today, I work at Quantum Health--an award-winning consumer healthcare navigation company headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. I motivate and inspire students to excel in science, technology, engineering, and math--disciplines collectively known as STEM. In an ever-changing, increasingly complex world, it's more important than ever that our nation's youth...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Actuarial Science

Shamita: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...French, and Reading serving on the continents of Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America. I have tutored university students for many years, specializing in analytical writing and the iterative process of dissertations for both masters and doctoral candidates. I am passionate about education, and I relate well to students of all ages. My tutoring sessions...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, French
Doctor of Education, Urban Education and Leadership

Tricia: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
I believe that everyone can learn and that learning should be fun and engaging. I will endeavor to make our tutoring experience fun, engaging and successful by getting to know you and your learning style. We will make personal connections to your learning that will make learning easier and fun!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Master of Arts, Education

William: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
I have a BA in Science from Penn State University with majors in Computer Science and Mathematics. I have over 10 years experience in teaching and tutoring math. I also tutor for the ACT and SAT. I can tutor Pre-Algebra through Calculus and Differential Equations.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biological and Physical Sciences

Gregory: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...a minor in mathematics from the Pennsylvania State University. I then received a Ph.D. in chemical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University doing all of my research work with Sandia National Laboratories. I achieved these goals by setting high expectations for myself and striving every day to meet these expectations. I am a tutor that predominantly...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical Engineering

Eric: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...I took classes in logic, number theory, code theory, game theory, linear and non-linear algebra, linear programming, computer science (Python, C++, Mathematica, Matlab, etc.), music, and more. I have taken the tests, done the work, know the material, and am passionate about these subjects. I have a good way of communicating and presenting the topics,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computational Mathematics

Benjamin Brian: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...M.A. in mathematics from Pennsylvania State University, my primary focus is on tutoring in mathematics. I have been teaching AP Calculus for all 30 years of my teaching experience and have served as an AP Reader helping to score the free response sections of AP Calculus exams for the past decade. I also developed a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Master of Arts, Mathematics

Julianne: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...New York City, I have experience working with a lot of different age groups all around the world. As someone who struggled in school as a young student, I understand the stress and anxieties many students face and I want to create a fun, low-pressure learning environment where their needs are being met. Whatever your...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Jeremiah: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...backgrounds. After receiving my PhD from Penn State University, I have been working at various institutions of higher education. Some of my favorite topics to tutor are writing and mathematics, but I enjoy all subject areas and exam preparation. I have extensive experience in assisting teachers with developing curricula, helping to measure student outcomes, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Doctor of Philosophy, Adult and Continuing Education

Daniel: Mountainside tutor
Certified Tutor
...While my academic experience has provided me with a broad knowledge of the Humanities, I am primarily devoted to English, Literature, and Philosophy and express a unique passion for reading, writing, research, and philosophical discussion. The subjects I enjoy tutoring most are: English, American Literature, English Grammar and Syntax, Essay Editing, Writing, Philosophy, Philosophical Ethics,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
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