Award-Winning IB Environmental Systems and Societies Tutors

...standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual learning and teaching opportunity and enjoy helping my students achieve a thorough understanding (those "Aha!" moments) and appreciation of whatever they choose to study! In...

...ingredient in learning. As a tutor, I ask questions to help students come to right answers on their own, and I show students how to ask their own questions as well. I believe in giving my students resources that help them continue learning after tutoring is finished and throughout their lives. In addition, using my...

...flexible approach to tutoring. I understand that each student learns differently and will be dedicated to determining how to best teach your student and ensure we are a good fit. Besides teaching, I enjoy playing basketball and running -- I am currently training for a half marathon! I also love spending time with my family...

...I earned my PhD and my BS degrees at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. I earned my BA degree at Columbia University in New York, NY. My tutoring subjects, in alphabetical order: Astronomy, Biology, Earth Science, Environmental Science, and Geology. I am comfortable teaching these courses at advanced levels. I have also taught chemistry...

...courses. I enjoy helping struggling students, preparing learners for academic studies in the field of mathematics and sciences. I am a firm proponent of education, as a pathway to improved quality of life, and becoming a productive member of society. I enjoy been a role model to all of my students. In my spare time,...

...I'm glad to work with you when you feel in over your head, when you want that little bit of extra polish, and at all times in between. I ask a lot of questions to encourage you to think through whatever it is you are trying to master. I love traveling and frequently take extended...

...you already know, clearing up misconceptions, and getting you to think critically about the material. This tutoring strategy is particularly effective for IB exams or application questions that test critical thinking in addition to your mastery of the subject matter. Outside of academics, I've dabbled in most sports. I currently play quidditch at UVA and...

...graduate of the University of Oregon's Environmental Science program, and have minors in Biology and Latin American studies. In the fall I will be starting a program in Speech and Hearing Sciences, and plan to follow up with a masters in Speech Language Pathology. During my undergraduate career, I was enthralled with the life sciences,...

...how to succeed in the desired subject area. I tend to apply alternative methods that encourage open communication, and interactive engagement (versus "top down" teaching strategies). I believe strongly in self-assessment and giving the student the ability not only to find their strengths, but also their weaknesses and give them the skills to overcome those...

...helping people prepare for them! I also enjoy tutoring science, math reading, writing, literature and related fields at all levels! Additionally, I have great French skills and am more than comfortable tutoring elementary to intermediate French. I also studied Italian in college and lived in Italy for 6 months, so beginner Italian is also possible...

...Chemistry, MBA, M. SCI Pharmaceutical Sciences. If you are looking for answers in science, chemistry and math. I have probably got my hands on it directly. Have years of Scientific Expertise with degrees and awards to back up these words. I will be your person subject matter expert to assist you. My personal goal is...

...that education is power and that the best way to empower someone is to teach them. I grew up in Long Island, New York and graduated high school with an IB Diploma in 2010. After high school, I headed down south to North Carolina where I studied at Duke University. I created my own interdisciplinary...

...Science Master's in Environmental Management from University of Maryland University College (UMUC) while working in the environmental field and a 2-yr assignment in Guam. I am an avid gardener, hiker, and outdoors person, hence my love and study of the environmental and geo-sciences. I utilize all of my skills and love of science through case-studies...

...teaching science, I worked in research. My favorite sciences are the life sciences: Biology, Environmental Science, Anatomy, etc. Once students realize that science is a part of our life and learn to identify the concepts in their day to day experiences it makes the subject much easier to understand. When I am not tutoring, I...

...started at William & Mary when I was earning my Biology BS. My teaching career started as a life science teacher in middle school, moving on to High School where I have been for the past 12 years. During that time I earned a Masters degree in Special Education. I have taught AP Biology, IB...

...higher GPA. I am extremely dedicated to my work as well as helping others succeed. For many years now, I have loved tutoring because it truly gives me the opportunity to help others in the community find their confidence academically in areas where they may not feel as strong. I find that any time is...

...public health. I eventually received a graduate scholarship from the Society of Women's Engineers to complete my Master of Systems & Controlling Engineering degree from Case Western Reserve University. I have always been committed to helping students and started tutoring in college and throughout my career as a professional engineer and scientist before transitioning into...

...taught university level Italian as an assistant. I have 10 years of experience in private tutoring and one-on-one instruction. In addition to having subject matter success in geology, geography, environmental science, Italian language, literature, culture, I also have a passion for European and British history and literature, as well as additional foreign languages. I have...

...This is crucial when a student is studying a topic they have little interest in and have met with little success. I understand that my role as their teacher is to look for ways for them to improve - and that's when I share all the tools and tricks learned over 16 years in the...

...especially enjoy one-on-one or small group learning situations because it allows for the opportunity to target individual weaknesses and turn them into strengths. I am especially interested in tutoring writing and study skills/techniques, or in working with any IB Diploma or Certificate candidates on IB subjects. I myself am extremely passionate about learning and plan...