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Tim

Certified Tutor

Tim

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Tim's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Multivariable Calculus
Trigonometry

Tim's approach to literature leans analytical: he teaches students to dissect an author's argument or theme the way an engineer would reverse-engineer a system, tracing how structure, diction, and imagery each serve a purpose. That methodical lens is especially useful for students who feel confident...

Education

Zhejiang University

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Bridget

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Bridget

Bachelor of Science, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Bridget's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Reading and Writing

Reading a novel for class and actually analyzing it are two different skills, and the gap between them is where most students lose points. Bridget teaches close-reading techniques — tracking imagery, identifying narrative shifts, connecting a character's choices to larger themes — so that essays and...

Education

Texas Christian University

Bachelor of Science, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

Test Scores
SAT
1460

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Lintton

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Lintton's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra
Physics

I am a graduate student currently working on my Master's Degree in Big Data Systems.

Education

University of California-Irvine

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1440

Certified Tutor

17+ years

Chelsea

Bachelor of Science, Math Education/Mathematics
Chelsea's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Mathematics

Reading a novel for class and actually analyzing it are two very different skills. Chelsea teaches students to dig into literary devices like symbolism, narrative structure, and character motivation so they can build arguments about a text rather than just retell the plot. Her lifelong reading habit...

Education

Brigham Young University

Bachelor of Science, Math Education/Mathematics

Test Scores
ACT
31

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Ben

Bachelor in Arts, Asian Studies
Ben's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT English
College Essays

Studying both English and Asian Studies at ASU's Honors College, Ben reads across literary traditions and time periods — from classical Latin texts to modern global fiction. He teaches students to move past surface-level summary and build arguments around theme, narrative structure, and authorial in...

Education

Arizona State University

Bachelor in Arts, Asian Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1480
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Audrey

Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Audrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Reading a novel and actually analyzing it are two very different skills, and Audrey loves bridging that gap. She teaches students to dig into themes, character motivation, and literary devices — pulling specific evidence from the text to support an argument rather than offering surface-level summari...

Education

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Dale

Current Grad Student, Biomedical Engineering
Dale's other Tutor Subjects
3rd-12th Grade Math
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4

Biomedical engineering papers bury their most important findings in dense results sections — reading them well means slowing down and asking what each detail contributes to the larger argument. Dale applies that same habit of precise, purposeful reading to literature, teaching students to trace how ...

Education

Arizona State University

Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering

Arizona State University

Current Grad Student, Biomedical Engineering

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...

Education

Columbia University

Masters in biostatistics

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Grad Student, Biostatistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Reid

PHD, Education
Reid's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...

Education

Harvard University

PHD, Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Solange

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
Solange's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
Public Speaking

I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campu...

Education

Harvard University

Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

Christopher

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Liz

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Liz's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...

Education

Simmons College

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)

Test Scores
ACT
34

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