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14+ years
Shengnan
"To learn without thinking is labor in vain. To think without learning is desolation."I received my Master's Degree of Education in TESOL from the University of Pennsylvania in May, 2012. I have various Chinese and English teaching/tutoring experience both in the United States and China. I have been...
University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science, TESOL
Southwest Jiaotong University
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Tiffany
I am available to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am passionate about test preparation, Accountancy, and Algebra.
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
University of Chicago
Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Zachary
I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade levels and abilities (elementary school through college), and I have a good understanding of strategies...
Yale University
Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts
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Tutors who attended or graduated from Southwest Jiaotong University bring deep expertise in their subjects, combined with firsthand experience navigating rigorous engineering and science coursework. Many have advanced degrees or professional experience in fields like civil engineering, railway engineering, mechanical engineering, and mathematics—giving them credibility when explaining complex concepts. Their academic background at a top-tier Chinese university means they understand both the technical depth and practical applications of what they teach.
An alumnus or graduate from Southwest Jiaotong University understands what it takes to master challenging material because they've done it themselves. They can share study strategies that worked for them, explain concepts the way they wish they'd been taught, and provide real-world examples from their own education and career. This personal connection often makes learning more relatable and effective than generic instruction.
Given the university's strength in engineering and transportation sciences, tutors from Southwest Jiaotong are particularly strong in mathematics, physics, chemistry, civil engineering fundamentals, mechanics, thermodynamics, and railway/transportation systems. However, the university's comprehensive curriculum means graduates also tutor in computer science, materials science, electrical engineering, and other technical subjects. Whatever your subject, connecting with an alumnus gives you access to someone with proven mastery of rigorous coursework.
Tutors from Southwest Jiaotong bring a structured, methodical teaching style informed by their engineering-focused education. They tend to break complex problems into logical steps, use visual explanations and diagrams, and emphasize foundational understanding before moving to advanced applications. Because they've excelled in competitive, standards-driven academics, they're skilled at identifying knowledge gaps and pacing instruction to build confidence alongside competence.
Yes. Tutors with a Southwest Jiaotong background are excellent for Mandarin Chinese instruction, given their native fluency and experience in an academic environment. They can also mentor students preparing to study in China or who want to understand Chinese engineering and technical terminology. Additionally, many are familiar with international education standards and can help bridge cultural and academic differences for students transitioning to or from Chinese universities.
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Southwest Jiaotong University is China's leading institution for railway and transportation engineering, consistently ranked among the top universities in the country. Graduates have completed rigorous coursework and earned degrees from a university known for academic excellence. When you connect with someone who attended this institution, you're working with someone who has demonstrated the commitment and ability to succeed at the highest academic level.
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