
Jack: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...returned from taking a group of students on a scientific expedition on the high seas through 11 countries. I really enjoy teaching and working with students, as well as learning new things. I grew up in South America wandering ancient Inca ruins and the Andes and speak Spanish and English fluently. I spent just enough time in Colorado to earn a degree in economics, magna cum laude. Since then, I have been working in a...
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Fort Lewis College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Kyle: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...to help those who may be struggling with various subjects throughout their academic careers. There is no better feeling than watching someone have a eureka moment of understanding, and I look forward to meeting and working with new students. As a Colorado native, I love spending my free time hiking and climbing my way through the Rockies. I also enjoy playing volleyball (being 6'8" has its advantages) and teaching myself to play the guitar.... It is...
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University of Colorado Denver - Bachelor of Science, Biology & Psychology

Quinn: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...a recent graduate from Washington University in St. Louis with a degree in Biomedical Engineering. My engineering coursework in college let me explore many different fields of study, an asset that gives me strong basis for tutoring a wide variety of subjects. I am a very active individual, and I am highly curious about everything. I always want to try new things, and I am driven by a visceral love of adventure. Despite these innate...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Rachel: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...support can be for my students. I've spent many hours working individually with students long after the school day ends to help them prep for the ACT, polish their English papers, or understand a math concept. I know that every student learns differently, and as a teacher and tutor I aim to give my students a diversity of learning approaches so that we can figure out which one works best for them. I love getting...
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Brown University - Bachelors, History
Antioch University New England - Masters, Environmental Education

Jenna: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...attended Cal State Northridge for my teaching credential and have taught middle school English for 4 years. I tutor a variety of subjects, but I am most passionate about reading, writing, and math. I believe that strong literacy skills are necessary to advance in any field and that a firm understanding of mathematical concepts is a great way to develop critical thinking. I love working with learners of all ages! In my spare time, I...
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Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Adeline: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and International Relations. I have an interest in Global Health and have spent extended time in Geneva, Switzerland studying global health and Thimpu, Bhutan working in a hospital. I tutor a broad range of subjects including exam prep for IB, AP, ACT and SAT exams. I firmly believe that everyone can succeed at standardized tests when coached in the right approach and given the tools to help them succeed....
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Bowdoin College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience and Intl Relations

Seth: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...Socratic-style, tutorial sessions to help its students develop necessary critical thinking skills in addition to simply understanding their homework. I have adopted much of this approach when working with students or even athletes. When I'm working with a student, my goal is to help them develop the thought process necessary to achieve the solution, not just to learn the steps. I will not spoon-feed them answers and I have the patience to allow them to...
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Metropolitan State College of Denver - Current Undergrad, Mathematics - Secondary Education

Samantha: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...a minor in Leadership Studies. This is my 5th year teaching. I taught special education for two years. One year was at the middle school level, and now my second year at the high school level. I am teaching science. I worked at a summer camp one summer with students of all ages. I travel whenever I get a chance and have traveled in Europe and all over the United States. I love science and...
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Kansas State University - Bachelor of Science, Agriculture Education
Walden University - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction

Rachel: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...Denver. I am currently studying to become a counselor. I got my Bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh in Psychology. I have worked with kids since I was 18, both as a camp counselor and a tutor. After graduating from Pitt, I spent two years working at a Charter School in Newark, NJ. Each day, I would tutor 6-8th graders in both Math and English. I have tutored everything from basic math skills to...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Denver - Current Grad Student, Counseling Psychology

Karen: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...areas- English, Spanish, and even SAT subjects- can be interesting. I want to help find a way to make them apply to your life and make them fun for you to learn. I am originally from Indianapolis, IN, but after graduating from DePaul in Chicago, I accepted my first, full-time job and stayed in the Windy City for another year and a half. My company transferred me to Denver in January 2013, and I am...
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Ron: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...in St. Louis with a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry. I've been admitted to medical school at the University of Pennsylvania (Perelman School of Medicine class of 2021!) but I am currently here in Colorado enjoying a gap year. I am thrilled to explore my passion for teaching math and science with Varsity Tutors! My first teaching experiences were during undergrad where I was a teaching assistant and a tutor for a few biology and chemistry...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Biochemistry
University of Pennsylvania - Current Grad Student, MD

Brent: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...high school and college, and formally as a Teacher's Assistant in a number of science, math, and engineering courses. I graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2011 with a Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering and an NCAA Championship title. GO IRISH! After graduating, I supported the Business Risk Office of an Auto Finance as a data analyst for 4 years before moving from my home state of Texas to Colorado. My tutoring...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Tory: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...teacher preparation program. Including my residency year, I have taught 3 years of middle school math at a Denver Public School. Before becoming a licensed classroom teacher I spent three years as an associate program director for one of the most successful test prep companies in the Washington D.C. area. Over these years I taught courses on every SAT and ACT subject, including SAT II in Mathematics, and also took the official College Board SAT...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
University of Denver - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction

Stephen: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
I can help with math and science subjects for students of all ages, as well as test prep. I was valedictorian of my high school and have a BS in mechanical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. ... I believe in helping students develop a deep understanding of the fundamentals behind the problems they're trying to solve.... I want to keep things light and breezy. I want to get to the know the student...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Evan: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...is to practice examples and problems. I like to let my students not just hear what I am saying and internalize it, but also to do it on their own. One thing that I especially find helpful is learning some of the tricks behind tests. There are always ways to figure things out or deduce solutions when you do not have a clear concept of the answer. Not looking at a question and giving up...
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University of Denver - Bachelor of Science, Business

Alicia: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...I also believe that not everyone learns the same way. It is my job as a tutor to figure out the best way to break things down in order for you to be successful. Outside of academics, I love watching and participating in a variety of sports. I am passionate about running and have even ran a half marathon. I also love to travel. I have been to 9 countries so far and hope to...
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Trinity International University - Bachelor of Science, Math
Condordia - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction

Dale: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...important to build on strengths to overpower weaknesses, this also helps weaknesses or struggles be addressed even easier. I have a lot of experience tutoring informally for the fun of it to classmates, students that were underclassmen, and even family friends and relatives. When I am not learning more about math and science, I enjoy watching sports such as football, hockey, and baseball. I enjoy the mechanical side of cars, and very much like to...
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University of Wyoming - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Jiwu: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...right answer is always possible and with a patient teacher any student can master the subject. I wholeheartedly believe that with the right teacher any student can excel and will always work to find exactly what each student needs to reach their goals. On my free time I enjoy taking in the outdoors. I make it a point to go on hikes with my dog almost every weekend. I also am an avid reader and...
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University of Michigan - Bachelor in Arts, Economics, Intl Studies

Alissa: Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...prep. I currently work for a nonprofit organization that trains young adults who have committed a year of their lives to service in the community to provide critical interventions (tutoring, after-school programming, class assistance) in the most under-resourced public schools. I love to tutor because I believe that education can be the key to opportunities that change the course of a student's future - it's why I have traveled the world to work with and...
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Pepperdine University - Bachelors, Creative Writing
University of Chicago - Masters, Philosophy of Language and Ethics

Laura-Joy : Boulder SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Boulder, CO
...within reach! I also have experience editing college/admissions essays, personal statements, and writing samples. I received a perfect 12 on my SAT essay, and I contributed as a co-editor of the literary journal Copper Nickel. I was also a peer editor for several years in both high school and college. I can work with clients to significantly improve specific pieces of writing for tests, portfolios, and submissions -- or just help my students improve their...
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University of Colorado Denver - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Private SAT Tutoring in Boulder, CO
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How can I find time for Boulder SAT tutoring?
Since there are many benefits to studying with a personal SAT tutor, we have made it more convenient than ever to fit study sessions into you and your student's schedule. We can locate a private mentor who can meet either in person or online and who can schedule the lessons around the time constraints you have set so that your student gets the help they may need without it interfering too much with your other obligations.
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