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...a writer and educator based in Madison, Wisconsin. I've taught writing at both the high school and the university level, and I'm eager to help you with everything from college application essays to advanced undergraduate term papers. I'm also available for test prep (AP English Literature, AP English Language, SAT Verbal, SAT Subject Test in...
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Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Verbal: 800

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...a plethora of Language Arts subjects, but they are much more fun when I can discuss them with others! My degree in English was one of the best decisions I ever made, and it is my goal to show students how useful and rewarding it is to read, write, and analyze the words of ourselves...
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Bachelor of Science, Music Teacher Education
Master of Arts, Sacred Music

Nia: Prospect Heights tutor
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...my undergraduate schooling at Brown University where I received a B.A. in Health and Human Biology. I have spent a lot of time tutoring and mentoring students ranging from elementary-age (~9 & 10 years old) to adults in their late 50s. I have been very privileged to attend the aforementioned institutions, and it brings me...
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Bachelor in Arts, Human Biology
Master of Divinity, Religious Studies
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

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...about all things science, and plan to major in molecular biophysics and biochemistry. I also currently work at a cancer biology lab at Yale. As a high school senior, I tutored high school chemistry and humanities subjects, and my students saw marked improvement in their performance. I also have experience with standardized testing, as I...
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Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32

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...I'm Kohl, a Chinese and Comparative Literature and Translation student at Yale University. I am also an opera singer and rugby player at the college, and will be pursuing education, translation and music after college. I have tutored students of many different ages and learning abilities, and especially enjoy the unique and flexible environment of...
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Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Jonathan: Prospect Heights tutor
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...fundamental mathematics to understand are algebra and calculus, so I always seek to tutor these subjects as well as any others in which I am proficient. I enjoy playing musical instruments, including guitar, bass, drums, and clarinet. I also like to powerlift and am always open for a long adventure in the woods!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Andre: Prospect Heights tutor
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...Economics. I tutor math, english, chemistry, spanish, and psychology. My favorite subject to tutor is psychology because I find it to be very applicable in life. I believe that learning shouldn't have to be hard and that we should appeal to all of our senses when learning. At Yale, I participate in Splash, a program...
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Current Undergrad Student, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 750
SAT Writing: 700

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...of the greatest joys of teaching. In addition, doing so not only helped them, but also myself in solidifying my understanding of the material. This led me to take on various roles as a TA, both in 1-1 and in group settings later in my college career. My responsibilities ranged from weekly 1-1 sessions with...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Current Grad Student, Economics
GRE: 335
GRE Quantitative: 170
GRE Verbal: 165

Moya: Prospect Heights tutor
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...recently graduated from Stanford University with a major in Philosophy and a minor in Political Science. I have experience tutoring a wide range of students in the humanities. I am particularly interested in helping people strengthen their writing skills. Whether you're working on your first high school essay or whether you're refining your undergraduate honors...
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Bachelors, Philosophy
Current Grad Student, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

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My mission is to open doors to opportunities through education. Every child deserves the individual academic assistance to achieve their goals.
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Bachelor in Arts, American Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 33

Sofia: Prospect Heights tutor
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...structure, and specificity. I bring the joy I find in language to helping students work on their writing and prepare for standardized tests. Outside of class, I enjoy singing, arranging, and teaching a cappella music, in both rehearsal and workshop settings, working with students from elementary school to college-age. It is important to me to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Music
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

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...name is Kelsey and I'm a sophomore at Yale University studying Statistics and Data Science and Political Science. I've been teaching for several years, and my main teaching strengths are math and test preparation. I believe that every student can find something to love about math and I aim to help students find what that...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Statistics
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Mia: Prospect Heights tutor
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I am an undergraduate student at Yale University majoring in Religious Studies. Outside of class I spend a lot of time pursuing a career in theater, film, and comedy. I have worked as a freelance tutor and babysitter since sophomore year of high school.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
SAT Verbal: 780

Ezriel: Prospect Heights tutor
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...politics. My BA is from Yale and I my MFA is from Brooklyn College. Studying for the LSAT means using intense focus to chew through this difficult test. But you need certain tools to even get a purchase. With my powerhouse analytic mind I can teach you them and with my artists sensitivity I can...
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Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
Master of Fine Arts, Directing and Theatrical Production
LSAT: 173

Matthew: Prospect Heights tutor
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...in Internal Medicine or Psychiatry and down the line in my career to teach medical students while practicing in and academic or private-practice setting. I specialize in MCAT testing but am hoping to tutor for the SAT as well, and possibly AP exams. In my free time I enjoy rock climbing, running, working out, playing...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Current Grad Student, Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750

Maia: Prospect Heights tutor
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...high school English teacher. My thesis explored the use of mise en abyme, a post-modern literary device, in graphic novels. My six years of work as an outdoor instructor in Vermont have nurtured my passion for experiential education, which I have completed through my work as a writing and French tutor. I have extensive experience...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, General Literature
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Steve: Prospect Heights tutor
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...variety of subjects. I enjoy teaching and always take a patient, understanding approach as I help my students develop their abilities. My credentials include a B.A. from Columbia University in the City of New York, a master's degree from Yale University, and licenses to teach general education and special education. When not teaching, I play...
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Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Arts, International Relations
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 730
SAT Writing: 770

Ely: Prospect Heights tutor
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...to academics, athletics, arts, the outdoors, and more. I have tutored middle and high school students for the past five years. I love working with people to develop strategies for learning and retaining information. I am patient and adaptable, tailoring each lesson to the individual student's needs, goals, and preferences, and I recognize that these...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 770

Johanan: Prospect Heights tutor
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...education is the one thing that can even the playing field regardless of one's upbringing. I also know I would not have been able to achieve my level of success without similar academic support and I firmly believe in passing that information forward. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing piano and guitar, discovering...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 34

Sirjan: Prospect Heights tutor
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...teaching others what I know related to science, mathematics, and physics. Science is an exact way to describe how the world works and a way to explore opportunities to make it better. The reason I enjoy sharing what I know is that I also refresh myself, and in the process I get to meet new...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
SAT Math: 720
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