Certified Tutors From University of Pennsylvania

...lift others out of their experiences. For much of my early life, I grew up feeling that I had many learning disabilities and that I could not learn and think like the other kids and was dumber because of it. However, from experience, I have realized that just because you think differently, that it doesn't...

...degree in Behavioral and Decision Sciences. I love to help others learn, and tutored for refugee children while I was in college at Brown University, as well as a Bronx high schooler while I was working in New York. I think my naturally empathetic disposition and ability to break down complex concepts into simple "chunks"...

...to foreign languages and affairs, traveling abroad, seeking extreme sports such as surfing and snowboarding, training in martial arts such as Western Boxing and Taiji, and creating music on guitar with friends. My teaching style is student centered and intended for long term retention and development of competence in the subject. My learning philosophy is...

I studied physics, neuroscience, and mathematics at a top 5 liberal arts college and I am currently studying and conducting medical research at the University of Pennsylvania. I have over 8 years of experience tutoring both kids and adults in math and science.

...a 35 on the ACT. In terms of teaching, I'm a student-centric tutor, adapting to each student and how they learn; this allows the student to understand the actual material rather than just getting an extra answer right. To achieve, I take each section of material in-depth or at the pace a student can perform...

...and 6th grades I became a school Reading Specialist working in several schools to direct their reading programs. During that time I worked with children from kindergarten to grade 6, implemented teacher workshops to improve reading skills, and introduced school-wide projects to make literacy fun and exciting for students. The joy of life-long learning is...

...ASU, 1979 PhD (all but dissertation), ASU, 1985 I have had over forty years of experience teaching and tutoring, as well as other roles such as Boy Scoutmaster, Little League coach and youth pastor. My favorite subjects to tutor are mathematics, especially statistics. It is a crucial, practical skill that many students overlook. My teaching...

...and have good eye for essay editing. I have taken each and every one of the tests and classes I tutor in repeatedly so my tutoring sessions will also include effective study strategy tips. When I am not nerding out, I enjoy Netflix shows and salsa dancing. I would be happy to provide you with...

...students the skills and confidence they need to reach their goals. I bring empathy and a passion for teaching to each session. Based on pre-assessments, I design tailored learning plans for my students that allow them to achieve their full potential. My wide range of experiences--I have taught elementary, middle, and high school--allows me to...

I currently hold a Master's degree from the University of Pennsylvania

...of Pennsylvania in 2018 with a major in Neuroscience and a minor in English literature. Currently, I am a first-year medical student. I am extremely passionate about helping high school students craft meaningful and outstanding personal statements. During our sessions, we will brainstorm essay ideas, fine-tune word choice/tone/voice, and tailor essays to specific schools. My...

...math, but they can be intimated or have trouble finding the learning method that works for them. With my extensive experience tutoring students of various age groups through different mediums, I have seen how my emphasis on building a strong foundation and understanding how concepts/formulas work, patience, and encouragement helped students see math in an...

...holistic spread of topics and am quite flexible with the content that I teach. Currently, I am working towards a BS in Economics with concentrations in Business Analytics and Management. During my fall semester I was one of 14 students from the freshman class nominated to be a peer tutor in the Writing Center. I...

I love tutoring. It allows me to bring together my two degrees and decades of professional experience to help students better understand and appreciate the subjects I teach.

...love of learning to them. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about ACT Test Preparation, Writing, and English. I have experience creating and implementing an 8 week summer enrichment program curriculum for Philadelphia students to prepare them for college applications and personal statement essays. I successfully helped 15 high...

...at Success Academy Charter Schools in New York City. I undertook a summer teaching residency, Summerbridge Hong Kong, where I designed and taught underprivileged Hong Kong middle school students, provided feedback on teachers' lesson plans, observed teachers' lessons and coached them, and worked in a team to run the entire program. I've wanted to become...

Hi guys! My name is Daniel Jacome and I am a Pharmacology PhD student at UPenn. I have been tutoring other students since high school, over ten years! I am passionate about breaking down difficult subjects and turning them into something students learn and even enjoy!

...Science at the University of Pennsylvania. There are many challenges when it comes to learning new things, and I understand how helpful it may be to have someone with more experience guide you. I have had experience tutoring students for the SAT/ACT in the past, as well as leading coding workshops at local libraries.

...writing, and have always been passionate about all things literature. I have extensive experience editing college essays as well as writing for different genres, from scientific blog posts to research papers to creative endeavors. I believe the key to great writing is the ability to channel your own individual voice, and I aim to guide...

...and enriching as possible. I have worked with students in these subjects since I was a high school student, and enjoy all of them equally. I tailor my teaching style to each student I work with, but a common theme is using real-life examples to bring any subject to life. Outside of the school environment,...