
Trevor: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...the knowledge I have gained and will gain at Mines, I want to become involved in the forefront of renewable energy technologies. I have been putting my goals into action the last two years by interning at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory doing research in photovoltaic reliability. In high school and college, I have gained experience mentoring peers and helping them not only succeed, but enjoy their school work. I believe that for a student...
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Colorado School of Mines - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering

Joy: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later on, my extensive experience in the classroom as a Jumpstart Corps Member taught me to adapt my teaching style to each childs needs. While some learned better through mnemonics and letter-to-word associations, others preferred to process information and teach content back to me themselves. The greatest lesson I've learned as a tutor is to first step back and let a student tell...
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University of Connecticut - Current Undergrad, Physiology and Neurobiology

Nima: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
Hi! My name is Nima, and I am a rising college sophomore who will be attending Duke University on a full merit scholarship in the fall. I love to run cross country and play the viola, as well as tutoring students in a whole variety of subjects! Feel free to message me!... Methodology, Methodology, Methodology! I teach students a process so that they can use their understanding to help them solve any question in the field...
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Duke University - Bachelors, Physics

Lynn: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...Investigative Medical Sciences and on the Pre-Med track. I've had a wide variety of experiences both tutoring and being tutored so I know the stresses and obstacles of both parties. I started tutoring without pay earlier in my college career at an organization called UrbanFuture that helps underprivileged students after school to increase their skills in mathematics, reading, and other academic subjects. Ultimately, the middle school program is geared toward preparing the students for the...
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Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Investigative Medical Sciences

Zeeshan: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...am majoring in Biology at Loyola University Chicago. I am working towards becoming a physician, and I expect to attend medical school next year. I have scored at the 100th percentile for the Physical Sciences portion of the MCAT. My Chemistry, Physics, and Biology knowledge is quite extensive. I have always been fascinated by science and medicine. I have been tutoring for 3 years, and I have experience teaching from 1st grade students all the...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Kacey: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...a U.S. Citizen. As a native Spanish speaker, she had trouble pronouncing and understanding certain words. After two months of tutoring, she took the test and passed with flying colors. It was during this time that I discovered my passion and skills for tutoring. I really care about my students and want them to succeed. Watching a young child understand something for the first time, or an adult student work so hard and with such...
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University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelors, Spanish

Nick: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...learning. It's my job to find some method that encourages my students to not only succeed, but to thrive! I bring an infectious enthusiasm with me to tutoring, so be prepared to get excited to learn a subject you may very well hate! By the time we're done, you'll not only know how to solve problems, but you'll understand the fundamental concepts behind how we're solving the problem, and why it's important. Looking forward to...
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University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad Student, Physics

Nikki: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
I am a senior in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Eastern Michigan University, and I have been tutoring for about five years, from middle school to early college age students. My hobbies are painting/drawing, playing piano and guitar, and playing with my pet rats and my cat! ... I strive to work with every one of my students to build on their knowledge of topics, so that they have a full understanding of whatever subject we...
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Eastern Michigan University - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering

Jared: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...and Math. I also enjoy helping students prepare for standardized exams for undergraduate and graduate school admission. In addition to my private tutoring activities, I was also a TA to an introductory science course at Cornell. In this position, I lectured weekly to a section of 15 undergraduate students and learned how to engage students in course material. In my free time, I enjoy cooking new recipes, competitive swimming, and tennis. Please feel free to...
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Cornell University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences

Jay: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...Math is critical to success in all science and technical courses, as well as in many other subjects. I have been blessed with having exceptional math teachers in my past and look forward to passing this experience along to my students. Getting the basics down in chemistry and physics allows the student to excel in higher level courses. I love working in these two areas and am always learning new applications of basic principles. I...
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Stony Brook University - PHD, Materials Science & Engineering

Bishoy: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...are able to empower a student, the sky's the limit! My background lets me enjoy several subjects and it has given me a versatility and adaptability to teach a wide range of them. I love solving a math problem as much as dissecting a critical reading passage. I'm equally comfortable teaching the analytical skills for math and science or giving structure in approaching subjects like reading and writing, at many levels and including standardized test...
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University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology and Cell Science; Classics minor
University of South Florida College of Medicine - PHD, Medicine

Bryan: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...students! It is my goal to make all the material relevant and interesting. I want my students to be as excited as me to learn each and every class. While I currently teach college students professionally, I still really enjoy tutoring younger students. I have worked with students from kindergarten all the way to 12th grade, teaching math, computers, English, and Spanish. I look forward to my time working with students and will do everything...
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Psychology
Northern Arizona University - Masters, Psychology

Sarah: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...the better, or helped them understand something they once struggled with. Even the little things matter to me, and if nothing else, I’d like to at least bring a smile to every students’ face. I’m a very empathetic person and I hope that when I tutor or eventually teach, my students will feel comfortable to be themselves around me and know that they have someone to turn to for guidance in any situation. I respect...
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The University of Texas at Dallas - Bachelors, Literary Studies with minor in Psychology

Kelly: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...who struggle in these areas. However, I am living proof that anyone can learn to understand the material and even learn to love it! When tutoring a student, I am extremely patient. I understand that struggling with a subject can be frustrating and many people prefer to avoid the work all together. I have learned that relating difficult topics to something the student enjoys is an effective learning tool. I combine this technique with hands-on...
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Oregon State University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering

Deisha: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...I LOVE my job. Tutoring is wonderful in that I help each student learn their individual potential and see that anything is possible! I am currently in the honors program at USC to receive my masters in social work for clinical counseling. I believe I am patient, understanding and excellent at building foundations that will stay with you for a lifetime. I would love to help you with your educational pursuit and I will make...
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California State University-Sacramento - Bachelors, Social Work
University of Southern California - Current Grad Student, Social Work

Hasan: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...or her maximum potential. Pure knowledge alone is not good enough to do well on the test. I have a number of tips and tricks up my sleeve that will help you go into the exam with confidence! Most importantly, I am very sensitive to each of my students individual needs. I keep all of my lessons light-hearted yet focused to minimize stress and fatigue while maximizing productivity. My teaching structure for all subjects consists...
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Marquette University - Current Undergrad, Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a focus in Biocomputing and Engineering Leadership
Medical College of Wisconsin - Current Undergrad, Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a focus in Biocomputing and Engineering Leadership

Matthew: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...cell biology. As an aspiring dentist, I am currently working towards getting a dental degree. During my undergraduate career, I had several experiences of helping other students with learning materials and quiz/exam preparation. I am excited to have another opportunity to help other students again through Varsity Tutors because I truly believe that education is absolutely imperative to a better quality of life and that everyone is fully capable of learning and making potentials to...
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Emory University - Bachelors, Anthropology and Human Biology

Lacey: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...Reading. I am also skilled in tutoring elementary age Math. When I'm not studying at UNT I am usually reading a new book, playing a video game, or catching a new movie that is out. I've also been known to go camping from time to time. Overall, I just want to make sure that every session is productive, and that you walk away feeling like you were helped. I promise to be patient if you...
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University of North Texas System - Current Undergrad, Interdisciplinary Studies EC-6th Generalist/ESL Certification

Zalika: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." As a tutor, I do not teach for today or tomorrow, but rather, for the long-term. Thus, I always try to involve my students, so that they can actually learn. As every single student is different, I believe that my approach has to be tailored to that specific student to help them blossom and retain the information for years to come. Also, as...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Psychology

Mark: High School tutor
Certified High School Tutor
...were previously panicked about the possibility of failure. I believe in an "active" approach to tutoring which includes asking the student questions to not only get closer to a complicated answer, but to build the student's confidence. In addition, I always try to identify exactly where in the thinking process a student is struggling. After tackling this issue, I have been able to explain concepts and new ideas much more clearly and effectively.
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelor of Science, Public Health Science
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