
Brent: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...good understanding of chemistry, history, and mathematics. My hobbies include reading and writing, animal care (I have a pet dog), hiking and fitness. Growing up with three younger siblings has given me the life experience necessary to understand and relate to younger generations. I also understand the concerns of parents as I'm friends with many who have small children, and can relate to their concerns and experience while diplomatically explaining how best each particular child...
Education & Certification
American University - Bachelors, Biochemistry
New York University - Masters, Molecular Biology

Laura: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...throughout high school and college, working with students elementary - high school on general homework help and exam prep. In college, I tutored students in test prep for the PSAT and SAT, and I worked as college admissions consultant, editing student essays and working with students through the college admissions process. - I currently live in Chelsea, Manhattan - I am an avid reader. Despite the fact that my friends tease me for it, I...
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Princeton University - Bachelors, History of Science

Erin: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...native of New York City and has been teaching since 2003. I have taught middle and high school (both public and private), as well as at the college level. I have a BA in English from UC Berkeley, an MA in Secondary Education from CUNY Brooklyn College, an MPhil in Anglo Irish Literature from Trinity College Dublin and a PhD in English from St. John's University. In my free time I enjoy CrossFit, writing fiction,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, English
St. John's University - PHD, English

Grace: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
I have great experience and very strong English writing skills. I am a good fit for all students but particularly for students who are struggling with motivation when it comes to writing.
Education & Certification
CUNY Brooklyn College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Fairleigh Dickinson University-College at Florham - Master of Arts, Creative Writing

Elaine: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
Rutgers University, New Brunswick. Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science. Experience: 1 on 1 tutoring in Mandarin, Psychology, and Calculus 1. Working with students in AP Computer Science. Subjects: Java Programming, Mandarin Chinese, Mathematics (Algebra, Calculus 1), ACT Writing Tutoring Style: Real-world examples, diagrams, references to relevant things in daily life Interests: Fencing, Graphic Design, and Community Service
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Jessica: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...aspiring professor and an avid student of all disciplines. My tutoring experience ranges from elementary school to graduate-level work, and I have specialized for the last two years in working with students with learning disabilities. My preferred subjects are history, literature, reading comprehension, and writing, and I can tutor verbal sections for standardized tests including the GRE. My favorite subject, you may have guessed, is history, but I also have a long personal history learning...
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New College of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, History
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Arts, South Asian Studies

Adam: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...the knowledge of what is, disperses me into many of the various subjects within which the joy of thinking can inhabit. I am excited to work with students and learn from them and see the ways in which their thinking can develop, as well as help them acquire the skills to succeed in their courses. In my free time, I enjoy playing music (piano, guitar bass), as well as reading poetry and watching films.... To help...
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Yale University - Bachelors, Philosophy

Alicia: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...them achieve their goals has been a passion of mine since I was in Junior High School. I am confident that I can help others in the best ways possible, getting them through all of their confusion because I know how frustrating it can be. For the future, I am hoping to start Medical School, pursing a career in Medicine, specifically becoming a Pediatrician because I believe in making a difference in children lives because...
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CUNY College of Staten Island - Bachelors, Biology/Sciences
CUNY College of Staten Island - Current Grad Student, Biotechnology/Biology

Krishna: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...high school located in New York, NY. I graduated with honors and recognition in Biology Research & with special recognition by the Guidance Department. I have also been dancing for the last seven years and am versed in modern, hip-hop, contemporary, kathak, and Bhangra. I have also been a professional photographer for the last 4 years. I am involved in several organizations at Cornell and hold leadership positions in several. I have conducted original research...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Lauren: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...at Johns Hopkins University, and received an MFA in Nonfiction Writing at Goucher College. My career has centered on education: I taught undergraduates and graduate students in the creative writing department at Johns Hopkins for two years. I then taught essay and academic writing at George Washington University for seven years. During that time, I combined my writing with my love of travel by backpacking through Europe, the Middle East, and Asia and writing about...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Johns Hopkins - Master of Arts, Nonfiction Writing

Elijah: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...from a special perspective. I have worked with kids in 3rd and 4th grade through middle school, high school students (academic and pre-college focuses), and adults of all ages learning English, working on speech, or developing Reading and Writing skills. Additionally, I am fluent in Spanish and have tutored Spanish speakers. I firmly believe that students are not mere vessels for knowledge, but rather human beings with individual goals, hopes, and dreams. These are integral...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, English, and Theater & Performance Studies
Harvard University - Master of Fine Arts, Acting

Jeremy: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...dive deep. Through time management, a hunger for knowledge, and a plan of attack, anything is possible. I have extensive training as an actor, musician, and dancer and have performed on and off Broadway in numerous shows. I use the skills and knowledge I have honed as a performer to help shape the narrative of each lesson and present information in a fun, memorable, and effective way. I love having the ability to help shape...
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Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Musical Theatre

Awnon: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...that is, the use of various mathematical concepts in real life applications to keep students interested and focused. This is the way they know that math is not something they should fear, rather they should love to solve problems, and use the problem solving techniques to discover their world of science in a new and innovative way. I strongly oppose saying anything that would discourage a student. One of my main goals while tutoring is...
Education & Certification
CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College - Associates, Mathematics

Shejla: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...more. So far, the experience has been fun and so rewarding. It is refreshing to work with a variety of age groups and science backgrounds. As a hands-on experimentalist, I'm always incorporating real world examples to break down concepts and areas which students struggle with, whether working with a pre-K/K or college student. At the end of the day, we all need encouragement and relatability; that is my teaching philosophy.When I'm not teaching, I practice...
Education & Certification
Sarah Lawrence College - Bachelors, Chemistry

Brady: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...of the most notable instructors and practitioners in the field. My interest in philosophy and first-order logic led me to undertake the LSAT as a personal challenge. My first attempt put me in the 97th percentile, and I've continued to study and refine my test-taking methods, treating LSAT questions like my daily crossword puzzle. I believe that learning is a process of mastering tiny skills that cumulatively add up to a grasp and control on...
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University of New Orleans - Bachelors, English

Meg: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...is my absolute favorite thing, so tutoring English is my favorite subject! While my background is in English, I taught Science so I'm flexible on content I can teach. From teaching I learned that all students are different, and I'm interested in getting to know the individuals I work with. Everyone has their own strengths, and I believe tutoring is about building on those strengths. I'm happy to teach you some test-taking, reading, and problem-solving...
Education & Certification
Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, English
Columbia Teacher's College - Current Grad Student, Sociology and Education

Austin: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...an obsession. I've spent years trying to force this love into gum snapping high school students, and when I see that spark of awareness that some of us get from reading great books, it makes up for all the swings and misses on students who just want to get the grade and get out the door. Even if you think reading is something to do only when the power goes out, I can help you...
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Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Arts, Teaching of English

Warren: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...a graduate student at Columbia University who has a lot of experience in one-on-one tutoring as well as in-classroom teaching, specifically in the areas of math and physics. I am confident that each and every student has the ability to learn, and it is my job as a tutor to identify the most effective teaching techniques for each student. Please, read briefly through my profile and hopefully you will find that I am a great...
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University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Lee: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...to help them become motivated to pursue their academic betterment independently, encouraging them to embrace education as an opportunity for personal growth and empowerment. I graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a B.A. in English. I predominantly tutor reading comprehension and writing skills, in addition to providing essay planning and editing help for all subjects and grade levels. I can also provide homework help and studying for various subjects (literature, history, social studies, social sciences,...
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelors, English

Michael: New York City ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in New York, NY
...tutoring, my motto is "teach a student to fish and they possess improved test-taking skills for a lifetime." Specializing in ACT/SAT test preparation as well as Mathematics, I carry with me, aside from a substantial knowledge of all subjects, a "bag of tricks" made up of pneumonic devices, preparation skills, and exercises in focus/concentration. With any session, my goal is to deconstruct seemingly difficult concepts into more digestible steps -- in essence working with the...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
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