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David

Certified Tutor

9+ years

David

Master of Science, Computer Science
David's other Tutor Subjects
Competition Math
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Math

I am a graduate of Stanford University, where I received a BS in Cognitive Science and an MS in Computer Science. After graduation, I spent a summer in Palestine, where I taught web development, app development, and entrepreneurship to a cohort of overenthusiastic high school students; now, I've mov...

Education

Stanford University

Master of Science, Computer Science

Stanford University

Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science

Stanford University

BS in Cognitive Science

Test Scores
SAT
1570
George

Certified Tutor

9+ years

George

Bachelors, Child Studies
George's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing

I'm more likely to give an answer quickly when a teacher asks a question if I have a habit of properly attuned instincts. So, if I want your confidence to grow, I need to redirect the water your instincts flow through to the proper conduits of careful thinking.

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelors, Child Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1570
Audrey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Audrey

Master in Public Health, Epidemiology
Audrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am an incoming Epidemiology and Global Health Master of Public Health student at the University of Minnesota. I received my undergraduate degree in Mathematics from Grinnell College in 2020 and also have extensive coursework in philosophy, biology, chemistry, and physics. I worked as a calculus tu...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Master in Public Health, Epidemiology

Grinnell College

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Test Scores
ACT
34
Angela

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Angela

Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business
Angela's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I am a native of Shanghai, China who has been living in the United States for the past four years. I hold a bachelor's degree in International Trade from Shanghai Jiaotong University in Shanghai, China, and in 2009, I completed a Masters of GlobalManagementdegreeat Antwerp University in Belgium. I a...

Education

Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business

Jaya

Certified Tutor

Jaya

Bachelors, Genetics & French
Jaya's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math

I am currently a senior at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, and I am double majoring in Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development and French. I am pre-med, so I do hope to go to medical school next year and am currently in the process of applying. I graduated from Hinsdale Central High School...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelors, Genetics & French

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
35
Adam

Certified Tutor

Adam

Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Adam's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Mathematics
SAT Reading

I am a class of 2015 graduate of Boston College. I have been brought to the world of tutoring because of my desire to help students through the stressful time of taking those big scary standardized tests. Both the ACT and the SAT gave me a large amount of anxiety when I was a junior in high school a...

Education

Boston College

Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
ACT
31
Danae

Certified Tutor

Danae

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Spanish
Danae's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing

I am a sophomore at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities studying Political Science and Spanish. Previously, I attended St. Francis High School and Anoka Ramsey Community College as a PSEO student. Some of my experience working with students I have gained through tutoring at Ramsey Middle School ...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Current Undergrad, Political Science and Spanish

Test Scores
ACT
33
Emily

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Emily

Master of Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Public Speaking

I am working as a Special Education Social Worker in Minneapolis. My experience includes a wide range of subjects and abilities but some of my strongest subjects are reading, writing social studies, and study skills. I think learning should be a fun and encouraging experience and look forward to mak...

Education

Washington University in St. Louis

Master of Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Augsburg College

Bachelor of Science, Social Work

Katie

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Katie

Master of Social Work, Social Work
Katie's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate student living in New York and have been tutoring and teaching test prep classes for the past several years. I love working with students to help them gain confidence and understanding in subjects that have been giving them trouble, and I strive to make learning the most positive and...

Education

Fordham University

Master of Social Work, Social Work

Barnard College

Bachelor in Arts, Theater Literature, History, and Criticism

Test Scores
ACT
35
Carey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Carey

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Carey's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Neuroscience
Nutrition

I am committed to my own ongoing learning and development as a teaching professional.

Education

Carleton College

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

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Absolutely. Tutors can help you develop a strong main essay (like the Common App essay) and then guide you through tailoring supplemental essays for specific schools. Many students work on 5-10 essays across different colleges, and a tutor can help you manage that workload efficiently while ensuring each essay feels authentic and addresses what that particular college is looking for.

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