Award-Winning Graduate Test Prep Tutors in Minneapolis, MN

...Political Science major at the University of Minnesota. In addition to being a tutor at Grade Potential, I work as a debate coach at Como Park High School in St. Paul. I have previously worked as volunteer tutor at East Side Neighborhood Services and as a Resident Assistant at the University of Michigan Summer Debate Institute. This summer I will also be working with high school students at the Minnesota Debate and Advocacy Workshop.

...to high school students in Rochester, MN. I also have given saxophone lessons. I love teaching, and I believe strongly in active, problem based learning. For science courses, I have considerable experience working in two cancer research labs, so I can help put that material in a real-world context. Outside of academics, I love playing and listening to music (I play jazz and blues saxophone), watching sports of all kinds, and playing basketball, golf and...

...my BA in English Literature as well as completed the Pre-Medical track. I took the MCAT this past summer and on my lanta am I glad that I passed and don't have to take it again. I recently moved from Bloomington Minnesota to Rawhay New Jersey. I am passionate about theatre and love living in an area so close to the amazing hub that is New York City. I hope one day to have a...

I would describe myself as happy, upbeat and zealous for life. I am excited about the present and the future and therefore typically in a good mood and motivated for life. I have over ten years of teaching experience where most of it has been in Beijing, China. I have been tutoring students privately primarily in math and science. My undergraduate degree is in Electrical Engineering. My Master's Degree is in International Education. ... My educational...

...professor of mine explained how he was just an average joe. He explained that he couldn't learn the same way his peers had while he was an undergrad and so he developed his own style of learning. Today he incorporates a different kind of visual learning that he feels includes all learning types and not just the gifted. I too like to include a white board and visuals to comprehend tough subjects like chemistry and...

...recently graduated from MIT with my B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering with a double major in Music, while completing the pre-health track. I have been tutoring college level physics, biology, multivariable calculus, and organic chemistry for the past four years. I have also helped high school students prepare for the SAT and ACT. I am an avid classical pianist, EMT, swimmer, and tinkerer. I love explaining things and paying forward my knowledge to those around me!

...assistant to numerous professors and as a teaching assistant in many classes. I also tutored students in PSAT, SAT Verbal, ACT, AP History, English and Literature preparation through "Ivy West" while I was living in the San Francisco Bay area. Now that I am living in Minnesota, I am thrilled to be working with Varsity Tutors. I truly enjoy working with students of all ages, strengths, challenges, and motivation levels. I believe I can speak...

...program Safe Place: Homework Help. A particular highlight of mine is the summer I spent teaching English to adults as a certified ESL assistant at the International Education Center in downtown Minneapolis. All these experiences have helped me develop a variety of strategies to adapt to different learners needs and learning styles. I tutor a wide range of subjects, such as ACT prep, math, writing, Spanish, and Latin. Whether the math section of the ACT...

...you understand and analyze different problems in a very different way. I like helping students because I don't think they should feel like they can't accomplish something because they don't understand a topic very well, they should be able to accomplish everything they want and since education is very necessary nowadays to have the life they want to have.It is truly amazing to help people follow their dreams. In my free time, I love learning...

...biomedical students. I enjoy helping to guide students to a better understanding, so they can explain a concept in their own words (not just in my words). I like to draw out visual explanations whenever possible, for math and science concepts. I've been excited about all kinds of science for pretty much all my life, and I hope I can convey some of this excitement! Outside of academia, I'm into climbing and good board games.

...material. I strongly believe that understanding concepts is just as important as being able to work out technical problems, and that all students (regardless of perceived mathematical intelligence) have the ability to do so. I also understand how mathematics functions to gatekeep some students from certain majors and jobs later in life, and it is my hope that I can help provide access to these majors and jobs for the students whom I tutor.

...and learning preferences to help build confidence and skills to tackle whatever challenges lie ahead. While my licensure is in English Language Arts, I have experience as a capable student of all academic subjects, and as a tutor for almost anything. I am currently homeschooling my own children who are in Grades 2 and 6 this year. I look forward to working with families who need assistance in addressing the needs of their children during...

...on Professional Writing from the University of Wisconsin - River Falls prior to law school. My passions lie with writing of all kinds, which led me to study writing extensively through undergrad and law school. My experiences tutoring other college-age students also helped me discover a passion for helping others develop their own writing skills. My main goal in tutoring is to help the student learn the skills necessary for effective writing so that they...

...ACT prep courses and scored ACT and SAT writing exams. Thanks to my education, I am an expert in psychology, reading, writing, and general scientific literacy. As a teacher and a tutor, I have worked with students ranging from children to doctoral degree candidates. I like tutoring students individually because it allows me to tailor my approach to each student in a way that I could never do in a classroom. Outside of my work,...

...in school, but particularly starting at Drexel, I have tutored other students in a variety of medically related areas. Most recently, I have tutored 1st and 2nd year medical students in a variety of medical school classes. I have also served on a wider level: participating on the curriculum planning committee and admission committee at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. I take great pleasure in advising and tutoring and love to see my former...

I wish to help students reach their full potential. Throughout a child's natural development, they may run into academic challenges. I want to be an effective role model that encourages curiosity and dedication towards education. Whatever it may look like such as becoming a life long learner like myself, or any short term goals such as passing a class or a standardized test. I look forward to meeting you!

I believe motivation is the key to achievement. If you are willing to put in the required work, I will offer you the fastest and the most efficient means of learning (along with a few shortcuts from my experience).

...at the University of Minnesota, working on a MA in Family Social Science. This fall, I will begin my PhD in Clinical Psychology at Arizona State University. While working during my gap year, I was a professional tutor for Eye Level Learning Center, where I taught Math and English to Pre-K-6th grade students. After beginning my MA degree, I began working as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Minnesota working with undergraduate students of...

I have earned my Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from The College of Saint Scholastica. As a nurse, I have grown in my passion in educating my patients on their diagnoses, upcoming procedures, new medications, and discharge instructions. I also love teaching friends and family about medical phenomenons. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring the outdoors and going on hikes year round.

...friends and classmates that are struggling in academic areas in which I feel I can assist. For almost a decade now, I have coached ice hockey on and off. Throughout my undergrad years I worked at the local ice rink as a goaltending coach for goalies 10-17 years old. I also taught learn-to-skate classes for students four years old and up. My experience as a coach and youth counselor has taught me a lot about...