Sophia
Certified Tutor
...connecting what they are assigned to learn with what they know well already or what they are skilled at, so that they don't feel as if they are approaching their task with no preparation. I would also like to aid in the development of strategies that are applicable to general assignments instead of focusing on...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, History of Mathematics and Science & Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 750
Roz
Certified Tutor
...suit your experiences in life and your cognition. I want to be able to work with that, not change that, because that's the beauty of individual thought. If education is the road to success, then we have to make sure the vehicle that is driving us can develop fluency of the road. There are different kinds...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Liberal Arts
Aline
Certified Tutor
...work as a tutor. By engaging deeply with a range of texts, from Euclid's Elements to Pascal's Penses, I developed close reading skills and a love for all things literary. I then passed on those skills and that passion when I began teaching at Landmark School in Massachusetts. At Landmark, a school for students with...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Liberal Arts
PHD, Religion
Beatrix
Certified Tutor
...and reading. If learned well, math can teach students to use the information around them in order to understand the world. And reading, if it is not treated like a chore, can open up imagination and possibilities, as well as teaching children ways that people express their experiences. To me, the most important part of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 750
Anne
Certified Tutor
...College in Annapolis, MD with a degree in Liberal Arts. I studied mathematics, science, language and philosophy. My broad academic background helps me to be interdisciplinary and encourage students to make cross-connections between subjects. I enjoy helping students work through the logic behind problems so that with thorough practice, they develop the confidence to approach...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 710
Frederick
Certified Tutor
Hello! My name is Frederick. I graduated from St. John's College last year, where I studied the great books. Since then, I have worked for two publishers, and I'm currently taking another year off before going into studying English Literature at UVA.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
GRE Quantitative: 156
GRE Verbal: 168
Alix
Certified Tutor
...a tutor down in DC -- primarily for the SAT and ACT, but also for a range of academic subjects (anything except math!). Otherwise, I'm a dog lover and working poet who lives in Brooklyn. Everybody says they like to cook and I'm no exception -- my friends have come to expect me to bring...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
Nia
Certified Tutor
...native English speaker. My creative teaching methods have helped many of my students become fluent English speakers. I believe every learner is different. And the job of a tutor is to find their student's unique strengths and teach to their talents. I love learning new languages and cultures. I strive to have an inclusive classroom...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 740
Megan
Certified Tutor
As a lifelong learner with degrees in comparative literature, philosophy, social science, and education, I love collaborating with students in their journey to academic and personal success. Whether the topic is essay composition, research methods, or spelling and grammar, let me personalize a tutoring session for you today!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
Master of Science, Natural Resources and Conservation
Chesirae
Certified Tutor
...to help students, but I enjoy teaching them to express themselves academically, especially through essays. Articulation is a skill the ability to not only say something true, but the strength to say it in a unique voice, your voice. I love teaching students to find their voice, to use it with excellence and without shame....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology
GRE Quantitative: 153
GRE Verbal: 167
Ariel
Certified Tutor
...about reading and writing pedagogy, history and literature, accommodating students with disabilities, and helping students organize their study approach. He is patient, supportive, enthusiastic, creative, and a good listener. He has a PhD in Philosophy from the New School for Social Research, and a classical, liberal arts undergraduate education from St John's College. While pursing...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy, Philosophy
Craig
Certified Tutor
Hello my name's Craig, and I'm currently a college freshman. Some of my favorite subjects are philosophy, economics, and physics, but I tend to enjoy learning and teaching most everything, as all subjects are integral to understanding the world. I'm happy to help students in any way they might need, however I specialize in the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Antoine
Certified Tutor
...for me, is a warm, fun personality and the ability to be approachable and friendly. I enjoy getting to know my students and adapting my style so they are able to learn efficiently and effectively. Moreover, I work to benefit each and every student as much as I can with comprehensive and engaging lessons. I...
Education & Certification
Associate in Science, Business Administration and Management
Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Michael
Certified Tutor
...and AP curricula. I have taught in a wide variety of school settings, from under-served inner city schools in NYC, to elite private international schools in Mexico, to Catholic high schools in the United States. Wherever I have been, my students find me very patient and very thorough in my explanations, making them very comfortable...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
Andrew
Certified Tutor
...for understanding a student's background, strengths/weaknesses, and expectations/goals. It's equally crucial to incorporate this information into lesson plans for the most effective use of time during the session. I am very excited to work with you to come up with a plan to meet your goals. In my spare time, I enjoy running, hiking, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
JonPaul
Certified Tutor
...from our encounters as tuotor and student. I enjoy working with people to find simple wayds to reach great heights. Hopefully we can achieve that together. I taught GED to some adults and was pleased how weel they did on their exam. I went to the military and took school in top tier university's.
Education & Certification
Associate in Arts, General Studies
Bachelor of Science, Computational Science
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