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Nivedina

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Nivedina

Doctor of Philosophy, Materials Engineering
Nivedina's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Algebra
College Application Essays
College English

Hi! I'm a recent graduate with a BS in chemistry and currently a PhD student in materials science. While I've always been fascinated with math and chemistry, they didn't come easy for me. I've had great teachers and tutors who helped me build a solid foundation in the physical sciences and inspire m...

Education

The University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

University of California-Berkeley

Doctor of Philosophy, Materials Engineering

Daniel

Certified Tutor

Daniel

Bachelors, Molecular and Cell Biology
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Biology
Biology
Cell Biology

I first began tutoring when I was in high school. There was just something about helping others learn difficult concepts that really appealed to me. I thought I might have wanted to become a teacher of some sort and went into UC Berkeley with these intentions.Since then, I fell in love with science ...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelors, Molecular and Cell Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1500
Joe

Certified Tutor

Joe

PHD, Nuclear Engineering
Joe's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Science
Algebra
Algebra 2

I am a science Ph.D. who is looking to help you. I have four and a half years' experience at mentoring gifted students, and over three hundred hours' experience at tutoring STEM subjects, at both high school and college levels. I like seeing a student first understand something, and I have often don...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

PHD, Nuclear Engineering

University of Houston

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Yiran

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Yiran

Master's/Graduate
Yiran's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics
Grade 9 Math
Math
Calculus 1

I recently graduated with a Master's degree in Applied Statistics at University of California at Berkeley. Prior to that, I studied Statistics and Analytics at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, graduating with the Highest Distinction. Throughout my academic journey, I have dedicated mysel...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Master's/Graduate

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Bachelor

Jacob

Certified Tutor

Jacob

Master of Arts, German
Jacob's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
Conversational German

I am an experienced and well-qualified essay coach, and a tutor in language arts and German. I also tutor students who are preparing for the SAT. I earned my B.A. in Comparative Literature from Columbia University and an M.A. in German from UC Berkeley, where I taught college German and received tra...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Master of Arts, German

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Raymond

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Raymond

Bachelor of Science, Economics
Raymond's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Aspire
ACT Writing
Business
C++

I enjoy helping students reach their academic and personal goals. My background is in economics, social sciences, and technology.I hope to help students improve their grades and test scores.

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor of Science, Economics

Joshua

Certified Tutor

Joshua

Doctor of Philosophy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Joshua's other Tutor Subjects
Basic Computer Literacy
College English
Datamining
English

My philosophy as a tutor is that learning only occurs if interest can be cultivated. My goal is to help students find their passion for scholarship as I found mine; through discovery.

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Teachers College at Columbia University

Doctor of Philosophy, Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Harpreet

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Harpreet

Bachelors, Molecular and Cell Biology
Harpreet's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology

I am a reliable and well educated third year medical student that has been tutoring various disciplines for over eight years. I always strive to see my students succeed as I take great pride in their academic success.

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelors, Molecular and Cell Biology

DeVante

Certified Tutor

9+ years

DeVante

Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology
DeVante's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
CLEP Prep
CLEP College Algebra
College Application Essays

Educator. Sponge. Poet.As an educator, I've learned how to absorb both memories from the places I've traveled along with the skills gained from opportunities I've had and turn them into moments of mentorship and learning for other folks who are on the path toward achieving their goals.Highlights:--W...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Studies

Teachers College at Columbia University

Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology

George

Certified Tutor

10+ years

George

Masters, Business Administration and Management
George's other Tutor Subjects
Accounting
Algebra
Business
College Accounting

Reduced assignment error rate 90%, improved performance 55%... These are just two of my many accomplishments over the last year. Are you looking to improve you or your student's performance in school? As an academic enthusiast, I believe that every student is capable of performing at a high level. S...

Education

University of Colorado Denver

Masters, Business Administration and Management

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelors, Environmental Economics and Policy

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