
Brian: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...all. I am a Yale educated, experienced math teacher (18 years in the classroom) that will help your student understand, appreciate and even like their particular area of math. I have been privately tutoring one on one successfully for over 20 years and get great satisfaction from the success of my students. When not teaching,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
State Certified Teacher

Ade: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine as an MD/MPH candidate student. My experience in the biological sciences includes extensive biology research in the fields of behavioral neuroscience and infectious disease. I successfully completed all required courses for admission into medical school during the course of my undergraduate education, and I have extensive Math, Science,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, African Studies
Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

John: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...enjoyed tutoring for many years, including editing essays, papers, and articles, and tutoring students in subjects such as physics, chemistry, math, English, and writing skills. I've also enjoyed helping students prepare for the college or grad school application process. As the recipient of tutoring myself as a high school student, I know firsthand the value...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
PHD, Law
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 770

Jharrett: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...universities. When I was a high school senior, I was accepted into 8 Ivy League universities, as well as Stanford and MIT. I truly appreciate and enjoy helping students of all ages achieve their college admissions goals! Outside of teaching and tutoring, I love to run and explore the city of Houston. As an instructor...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Concentration: Engineering Sciences
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 720

Christopher: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...a better understanding of whatever subject matter is at hand. Reading and writing are my specialty; words are something I have always found to have great power, and assisting others in expressing their thoughts in nuanced, articulate ways has become a great passion of mine. I try to find a balance between structure and creative...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History of Science & Medicine
Master in Public Health, Public Health, Sociomedical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800

Yasemin: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...here in San Diego. I like private tutoring a lot more than teaching large classes because it's much more personalized, and I can help the student learn exactly what they need. It's great to see someone make progress and become confident with something that he or she was previously struggling with. I am interested in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, East Asian Studies
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 800

Chijioke : Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...the lesson; I also aim to spark my student's interests in the subject and make the lesson fun for them. I know from personal experience that learning any lesson is easier when one is interested and enjoys the learning experience. To that effect, I use concepts and analogies that relate to the students and grab...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Masters, Biology, General

Marcus: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...going to medical school. I am currently doing research at the Hospital for Special Surgeries to gain valuable experience before heading off to medical school. While at Yale, I played soccer for 4 years and tutored other students in organic chemistry. I am very committed to helping my students improve and enjoy working in the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology / Pre-med
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35

Jason: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...a tremendous amount about K-12 education as well. While I plan on being a physician in the future, I know that education will play a major role in my career whether it's educating patients, medical students, or residents Having gone through the rigors of the college and medical school application process (including taking the required...
Education & Certification
PHD, Medicine and Education
Bachelor in Arts, History
ACT Composite: 34
ACT Math: 36
ACT Reading: 33

Suzanne: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...Social Studies at a local middle school. Previously, I taught music and reading at the elementary level. I have worked with high school students on college test prep and taught undergraduate Music Theory at the University of Arizona and Yale University. I have tutored Math through high school Algebra privately and am certified to teach...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, French
Masters, Music Theory
State Certified Teacher

Sung Jae: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...problems. I have extensive experience tutoring students to take standardized tests, but now I am specializing in the ACT. My tutoring approach, while covering test-taking techniques, will also emphasize the wisdom and skills needed to understand the root of the test questions. I hope that I can come alongside you to help and encourage you...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 36

Elena: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...worked at a contemporary art gallery. Most recently, I was a finalist for the UK Fulbright scholarship, and I am now pursuing a career in Choreography and Dance Writing. In high school, I was named a National Merit Scholar and received a bilingual International Baccalaureate diploma in French. I have extensive tutoring experience in a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History of Art and French
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Tony: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...both SAT and MCAT test prep classes and am familiar with both tests as well as the preparation necessary to score well. My personal career goals include attending medical school to pursue either immunology/infectious diseases or psych/neurology, teaching biology at the university level, and working in public/global health with either the CDC or the WHO....
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 750

Nisma: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...importantly, mentoring students. I've previously tutored the SAT and really enjoy cracking the Critical Reading and Writing sections of the exam – because I love reading and writing. I tutored Economics in college, both for classes and on an individual basis, and it is also one of my favorite subjects. When I’m not working or...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Master of Arts, International Development Economics
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 730

Edward: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...My tutoring experience includes providing general homework help for children with special needs, both in home and at school, and providing subject-specific help through online tutoring. I have also worked as a camp counselor, so I know how to treat students with the respect that they deserve, while also ensuring that they understand the material...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
History
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Kevin: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...am currently heavily involved in research with the orthopedic hand department. Teaching has always been a passion of mine. I started private tutoring during my high school years and continued to tutor throughout college. My favorite subjects are Math and Science and I have much experience tutoring Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, Chemistry, Physics and Biology....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Sheila: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...and a half years. I tutor in a number of subjects, including Anthropology, Anatomy, Earth Science, Reading and Writing. Above all, I believe that academic success starts with solid goal-setting, organization and breaking down material that feels overwhelming into easily accessible portions. When we do this, we can see information transform into knowledge, which builds...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology, Archaeological Studies
Doctor of Philosophy, Archaeology

Jonah: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...approach: rather than just focusing on giving my students the answer, I enjoy helping them understand how to think about the concepts. Even if Trigonometry sounds dry, for example, I have seen how explaining it in terms of "pretend you want to hit the baseball farther than anyone else and you need to figure out...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History of Science
Master of Arts, International Relations

Beau: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...Engineering major, I have always had a profound appreciation for great literature and for writing good English, and I would love to pass that along to all of my students. Whenever I tutor, my main objective is not simply to plant more knowledge in the student's mind, but to give them a greater understanding of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Veronica: Downey tutor
Certified Tutor
...with a specialty in Secondary English from American University. I taught middle school reading for three years. I taught a number of students with unique needs such as English Language Learners, students with learning disabilities, and students needing remediation. My favorite part of teaching is getting to know my students as learners and tailoring my...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Literature
Master of Arts, Secondary English Teaching
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