
Robert: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...to get extra help with your learning goals. Regardless of your academic level or academic goals, I know that I can help you. Every learner is different and that is why I cater my teaching methods to suite your style of learning. I am an effective and results-driven communicator and I strive to make your...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English Language & Literature

Elizabeth: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...all levels of high school English, as well as Math I and II. I have also taught College Prep, which includes not only SAT and ACT prep but also coaching for college admissions essays. Back in my student days, I studied like a maniac and took more standardized tests than I care to remember. As...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Classical Studies
PHD, Ancient Christianity
State Certified Teacher

Olivia: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...test prep. And while reading and writing are my specialties, I've also tutored extensively in Spanish, logic, philosophy, psychology, political science, and more. In addition to my academic tutoring work, I'm passionate about guiding high schoolers through the college application process. The admissions process is probably one of the most confusing, anxiety-inducing experiences you'll have...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, American Studies
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Peter: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...teacher, and writer. My professional experience includes: private tuition, tutoring, schoolteaching, and university lectures. I believe teaching can be both creative and effective, which I achieve by applying personally tailored lessons, varied approaches, and professional methods. My teaching aims to meet the individual needs of each student through carefully structured lessons that establish strong foundations...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Music
PHD, Music

Emma: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
As a tutor, I look forward to getting to know my students and their learning styles, in addition to developing tailored lesson plans to best assist them in their problem subjects. I am and have always been committed to education and helping students in any way I can to achieve their academic goals. ... Every student has unrealized academic potential. My goal is to tap into it and help the student to achieve that which they...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, General Biology
Masters, Epidemiology of Microbial Disease

Nailah: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...Education intern at the global non-profit Youth Service America, she created educational resources designed to teach youth how to create their own service projects and led a workshop on these tools for visiting international students. Through Yale's Reach Out Program, Nailah traveled to Jamaica with a group of fellow students to lead community-center workshops for...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, American Studies and Theatre Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 710

Jamila: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...with the skills to truly understand the subject material, as well as the confidence level and understand to tackle the most difficult of questions with ease. My favorite subject to tutor is writing. I find that a large portion of students struggle with feeling that they aren't very skilled at writing. I firmly believe that...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theater Studies

Seun: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...LSAT, I was accepted to Harvard, Yale, Stanford and Columbia law schools. After graduating from Yale law school, I worked for several top Fortune 500 Companies - including Goldman Sachs Group, McKinsey & Co., and Bain & Co. - as well as the American Cancer Society. I have also lectured at Harvard, Yale, and MIT;...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics and Classics
PHD, Law
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520

Annelisa: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
I'm Annelisa, originally from Phoenix, Arizona. I recently graduated from Yale University, where I studied art and its interactions with political journalism and science. I'm happy to tutor on a wide range of subjects, especially writing, college application, and the SAT!... How a student learns is a very personal process - what's best is to creatively adapt to what works well, as per the philosophy of educational pioneers like Maria Montessori.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Art
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800

Richard: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...a wide variety of tasks. After leaving the military, I completed graduate coursework for a master's degree in international affairs at Tufts University. Finally, I recently finished all academic requirements for a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from University of Maryland. I am a current substitute teacher in the DC public school system, with experience...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Masters, International Affairs
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Amber: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...way and make it fun along the way! I love to travel, hike, and explore the outdoors by many different routes! I love trail running and swimming outside. Other hobbies and interests include learning local languages, trying new cuisines, dabbling in art and listening to music. Professionally, I do community based water quality research on...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Environmental Engineering
PHD, Pharmacology and Toxicology & Veterinary Medicine (DVM/Phd)
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 790

Crystal: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...a graduate of Yale University, where I earned my B.A. in Spanish, and of Mercy College, where I earned my M.S. in Education. I enjoy teaching and sharing my love of learning with my students. Specifically, I love sparking within them a sense of awe and admiration for the challenging ideas with which their amazing...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Spanish
Masters, Childhood Education

Kelly: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...college and grade school levels. As a PhD Linguist, I have a solid understanding of phonetics, second language acquisition, and cross-linguistic differences. I am also experienced with training students for American standardized tests including the SAT, ACT and GRE. These tests require endurance and confidence as well as fundamental skills, which means that all these...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Classics, Linguistics
PHD, Linguistics

Benjamin: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
Currently a student at Yale University studying Molecular Biophysics/Biochemistry and Comparative Literature. ... Get to know them a bit. I think comfort is kind of a prerequisite.... Helping students find and do practice problems is key. You need to know what you don't know, and self-testing is the only way to do that.... Point out progress that they don't notice! It's so much easier to notice from the outside.
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Molecular Biophysics/Biochemistry and Comparative Literature
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Moon: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...high-school aged students, focusing on reading comprehension and writing. I specialize in SAT Verbal and Writing preparation, as well as in college essay writing. I also teach Korean, as it is my second native language. My teaching approach is tailored to each student's particular needs and learning style. I am patient, relaxed, keenly observant, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800

James: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...the beautiful Pacific Northwest. I believe that education is one of the most fundamental aspects of a society's wellbeing, and that it is the duty of those of us who have been graced with the advantages of a good education to give back in some way; one of my motivations for tutoring is to do...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Humanities (focus on paleography); Math
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Michael: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...for college, I am fluent in both English and Mandarin. Eager to help others, I've been tutoring every chance I got; even my focus within my major (Economics) is on Development Economics (helping the poor countries). Patient and with a kind heart, let me help you tackle the challenges you are facing academically!... Get to know each other, understand what the goal of the student is, his or her background knowledge, and the preferred style of...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics and Economics
Masters, Economics
GRE: 334
GRE Quantitative: 169
GRE Verbal: 165

Andrew: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...value of sharing these habits with others as a volunteer teaching assistant in local schools. Since graduating, I have helped countless students enjoy more healthy and productive academic lives as a private tutor. As a former camp counselor, I appreciate the need for education to inform and enrich the broad elements of a person's life,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Music & Humanities
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 710

Sahar: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...the board of the tutoring committee. I also worked at two Kumon Math and Reading Centers. After high school, I got my BA from Yale University where I also worked as a tutor for my fellow classmates. After Yale, I was a consultant for many years and volunteering in NYC tutoring high school student for...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics
Masters, MBA
GMAT: 740

Sara: Algonquin tutor
Certified Tutor
...I work with students of all ages to improve their reading speed, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. When my students and clients come to me, many of them initially view language arts as a chore. I really enjoy helping people find joy and satisfaction in reading and writing, strengthening the foundational skills that make the process...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theatre and French
PHD, Theatre History, Anthropology
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