Award-Winning Graduate Test Prep Tutors serving Akron, OH

My name is Jamal Alafifi. I graduated from the University of Arizona in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and I hold a Master of Science from SUNY-Upstate Medical University. In my spare time I like to work out, go hiking, and play golf.... My teaching philosophy is to allow the student to figure out as much as they can on their own rather than telling them what the answers are, and then from...

My name is Metu Osele. I have a Bachelors degree in Chemistry, and a minor in Mathematics. I have completed and scored excellently on several standardized tests including the SATs and GRE, scoring between 80-95 percentile in most sections. I have 8 years of experience in tutoring courses in Math, Writing, and the sciences. My tutoring motto is patience. My past students have described me as an extremely patient tutor.

I am a sophomore at Rice University and intending to major in Bioengineering with a minor in Global Health Technologies. I am also planning on going to med school. My favorite subject to teach is math and editing essays is forte of mine as well. I do my very best to help all of my students. ... I'd start off by asking what the student is interested in, in both subject and extracurricular. Then, I'd ask...

...my university so I decided to major in music. Interestingly enough, I took General Chemistry 1 and failed the first exam. My neighbor, assuming I was doing well, asked me if we could study and work on homework together and I though, "Well, if I'm going to fail, might as well not do it alone." I started working on homework with her and started to realize that I learned best when I taught others! Soon,...

...Bachelor's of Science in biology and a minor in chemistry. I have approximately 6 years of tutoring and professional teaching experience. At the University of Akron, I took certified courses to become a tutor and learning assistant. At Kent State University, I taught two years of Introductory Biology laboratories. I am an effective communicator, recognize the different learning styles of students, and can break concepts down to a basic level using multiple approaches. I use...

...Bachelors of Science degree in Biology and I am currently working on my Masters in Physiology. I would love to work with you in areas such as any of the natural sciences, elementary through high school math and reading. Please checkout my availability below so we can get started to achieving your maximum potential as a student and as an expert in a particular area! I can't wait to meet you! I aim for each...

...multiple intelligences and make them excited about learning - I am always excited about learning and love to share that positive attitude toward lessons and assignments! It is important to me as a teacher to value my student's input. There must be an opportunity for them to ask questions that support their learning. Not only does this allow my students to demonstrate metacognition, but they can continuously reflect on how they can improve. This is...

...over 20 years. I have taught basic writing, ESL, literature, the research paper, and numerous other classes. My favorite classes were ones I designed for the Case Western Reserve University SAGES program, specifically courses on "Lies and Deceit" and "Spies." I have assisted students with test prep work for both the ACT and the SAT, and I have worked for several years in Writing Centers. I am especially adept at helping students overcome writing anxiety,...

...have previously tutored in my High School as well as in a nearby Middle school. I tutor SAT prep, and math prior to and including calculus, with SAT prep being my preference as it was very emphasized back when I was in middle and high school so I have the most exposure with it. I tend to be a very details oriented tutor with a tenancy to focus on the minutiae that needs to be...

...prep. I enjoy helping students achieve their academic goals which will help them achieve the future they envision. I am a lifetime graduate student by choice because I have many areas of interest. I have three degrees from Georgia State University, a bachelors, masters and specialist degree, in English, Latin, and Education. I also have a specialist degree in Instructional Technology from Valdosta State University. I completed doctoral coursework and exams in comparative literature at...

...education at Princeton University where I received an A.B in Psychology. I also completed their Teacher Preparation Program with certification to teach the Sciences and Psychology in high school and middle school, as well as all levels of elementary school. After university I joined a monastery and am now an Orthodox nun. Although I have been away from teaching for several years, I'm excited to be tutoring again. My favorite teachers were the ones who...

As a student, I understand how difficult school can be. Breaking down difficult concepts to more basic, understandable ideas can make all the difference. Learning should be tailored to one's needs, and classrooms cannot always teach that way. I look forward to helping students work to their full potential, and make the learning process easy. In terms of experience, I have been tutoring for 6 years now, with ages ranging from kindergarten through second-year college students.

...both as an undergrad and graduate student. I enjoy teaching!! It was the best part of being a graduate student. I was part of a peer tutoring/teaching program at my University, Northeastern State University. I helped a few students achieve a higher grade in their Biology courses. I was also a TA during grad school and helped teach Physical Science and Physics lab. I am currently trying to go to law school.... My philosophy is that...

...working towards my bachelor's degree in Psychology. I tutor English (for the ACT, for APs, writing, and the general subject), math (pre-algebra, algebra, and ACT math), psychology, social sciences, and Hebrew. My favorite subject to tutor is psychology because I love the subject! As a tutor, I aspire to make sure my student truly understands the material, rather than just knows how to answer the question.When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy reading, walking, and hanging...

I've spent a lot of years teaching and working in manufacturing. I find I love teaching even more than I love documentation. I believe that anyone can learn, and I'd love to help you with what you need.

...University School of Medicine with a Doctorate of Medicine. I have been tutoring for over a decade, teaching at every level of education including K-12, undergraduate, nursing, and medical students. I am an expert in physiology, anatomy, pathophysiology, microbiology, clinical skills, nursing, and anything medical related. My philosophy includes teaching the fundamentals in a simplistic, fun, and useful manner rather than remote memorization so that the student is able to understand and apply the material...

...with a Bachelors in Biology. I held informal study sessions for other students in high school and in college, and started working as a paid teaching assistant my senior year in college. I love teaching, and personally find great fulfillment in knowing my students are excelling. I specialize in teaching test prep and various scientific topics, especially biology and chemistry. I live in the Cedar-Fairmount area in Cleveland, and am available to meet with students...

I have throughout my career, worked with students in a variety of positions. I have worked as a school psychologist, psychotherapist and currently a college tutor. I enjoy young people and believe tutoring is investing in our future.

...with degrees in English and Cognitive Science. In addition, I completed an English program at the University of Oxford in the summer of 2017. I have several years of experience with both research and journalistic writing, as well as extensive understanding of school papers, essays, and research projects. I have also been employed as both a writer and an editor. I love anything to do with words and teaching, and am excited to be a...