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...of Southern California with a Bachelor of Arts in History. I am studying in a Juris Doctorate program at Seton Hall University Law School. I currently live in New York. Tutoring has been an important part of my life since college, when I tutored and mentored K-8 students in Math and Literacy at urban Los Angeles elementary and middle schools. I have also tutored students for the No Child Left Behind Act, as well as...

...English Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. Prior to returning to grad school, I taught middle school and high school English in Columbia, South Carolina for six years and middle school English in New Jersey for one year. I have also taught ISEE/SSAT prep. In addition to my teaching responsibilities, I served my school as both the yearbook sponsor and as the lead mock trial coach for my competitive middle school team. I enjoy working...

...University studying neuroscience on the pre-med track. I graduated from The Spence School in New York City where I ran Peer Tutors; I administered communication between students, teachers, and parents, in addition to tutoring a middle schooler in math once a week. For the past three years I worked as a research assistant at John Jay College of Criminal Justice where I studied memory distortion. I am a US Presidential Scholar semifinalist, a member of...

...where I earned a Bachelor's degree with a major in History. In particular, I focused my energies on the study of American History. I have tutored as a part of the National Honor Society on topics such as AP Literature, AP American History, AP American Government, and the SAT. I am incredibly passionate about History and Literature and could easily discuss these topics for hours on end. I truly believe that history is fascinating, interesting,...

...Columbia University where I received my Bachelor of Arts in English, with a concentration on Speech and Theater. I earned my Masters degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from the New School. I have over 20 years of experience working in business, as a Product Management executive in the software development industry. I have worked with customers and technical developers from all over the world, and I have a passion for...

...experience and academic background to help students advance their educational learning and performance. I am currently a public servant working to advance New York City's infrastructure and protect the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood as part of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Bus Terminal Replacement project team. Here I work with citizens and elected officials to advance the development of the project. I lead presentations and information sessions to educate the public on...

Hi, my name is Dan. I am a recent graduate of Oberlin College, where I received a BA with honors in Comparative Literature. I just returned from a year teaching English in a French lyce (high school) and hope to carry over my teaching experience abroad into well-honed tutoring on this platform. My specialties are ESL, test preparation, and humanities subjects, especially literature, philosophy, US history and French and Spanish languages.

...BA in history and a minor in biology. What I really wanted to do was teach though, so after exhausting multiple options, I decided to bite the bullet and get my Masters in Education at Seton Hall. I love learning, and want all students to feel the way about education as I do- curiosity is an infectious condition! I am currently looking into pursuing my doctorate in education as well. There is a special place...

...high school. I tutored a variety of different ages, covering numerous topics. I am currently a rising senior in college, majoring in Environmental Science and English. I run cross country and track at school. I am also an avid reader, basketball player/fan, and musician. I am familiar with the impact a great tutor can have on an individual's learning, and I am confident I can approach sessions with the necessary enthusiasm, dedication, and passion to...

...at Columbia University's Master of Fine Arts program in Writing with a dual track in Italian translation. Writing, English, Literature, Italian, and all things ACT-related are my specialties, though I'm also quite passionate about history and politics. Over the past year and a half, I've developed writing curriculum, taught at NYC's High School of Fashion Industries and Columbia University, and built a student-focused teaching philosophy. I strive to understand every facet of my students' "learning...

...Brook University and have received my Bachelors of Science degree in Biology. Over my undergraduate career I have tutored many different students ranging from grades 4-12 as well as several college classes. I have always loved being able to work with a student or colleague to find the right answer of a difficult question. I tutor math (Calculus, Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra) as well as SAT math, English, and science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Biochemistry). I...

...and History. I have always been a big advocate for Reading and Writing. The beauty of language and understanding our past plays a big part in how effectively we work to create our future, which is why I have started and edit my own publication, Athens New Renaissance magazine. I love sharing language and communication with people, and use my high energy as well as my sharp editing to make the most out of their...

...years, I’ve found that my true niche in education is through tutoring. I’ve taught advanced ESL courses to medical doctors in Turkey in addition to teaching basic and job-focused ESL courses to refugees in Egypt, Michigan, and New York. I studied Philosophy and International Studies in undergrad while also tutoring ESL, writing, philosophy and IELTS test prep. I have an innate love of learning that I am eager to share with my students. My ESL...

...Peace Education from the United Nations Mandated University for Peace (UPEACE) in Costa Rica and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Marymount Manhattan College. During my time at the University for Peace, I deepened my understanding of peace theory and developed the necessary skills for being an active listener and an agent of change towards building a culture of peace, based on diversity and inclusion. Upon graduation from UPEACE, I learned Spanish, taught English...

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...and I currently live in Brooklyn. I'm originally from a small town in Pennsylvania called South Williamsport, which is not particularly notable except for anything but lumber and the Little League World Series. My baseball (and all sports) career was mercifully short, and I became super interested in theater, graduating college with a degree in direction. Since I could first crack open a book and try to read, I've been an avid fan of learning...

...when working with students, is to help them to gain the skills necessary to take their writing to the next level. My approach is positive and process-based, emphasizing student strengths while working toward the development of writerly voice and instinct. I have worked with students ranging from ages 13 to 60s, from a wide range of religious and socioeconomic backgrounds. My professional background is in publishing, and I hold an MFA in Creative Writing and...

...degree in Neuroscience, and am currently a medical student at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. Along the way, I have worked and volunteered in healthcare, academia, and non-profit spheresboth domestically and abroad. Nurturing people to reach their full potential through tutoring is one of my passions, and I am eager to share this with the students of Varsity Tutors. I with students from K-12 in the US, university students in China, mentally disabled adults in...

...the Rutgers Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences - New Brunswick/Piscataway campus. Although I am pursuing a medical career, I am a firm advocate of education. In terms of how my belief meshes with my interest in medicine, patient education should play a large part in patient care. Education leads a greater understanding of underlying health issues, causes, and risks which leads to a greater chance in patient compliance. However, before I even came to be...

...years of experience working with a range of students of all different ages and skills. In working on-on-one with students, I enjoy getting to know them and work hard to tailor my approach to their specific strengths, weaknesses, and needs. It's been gratifying to find that I'm able to help students discover their innate talents by being a good listener and serving as a patient, supportive, and encouraging coach as they tackle their academic challenges....