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Jian

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jian

Master's/Graduate
Jian's other Tutor Subjects
SAT
Algebra
Math 2
SAT Math

Hi! I'm Lance, a recent graduate with a Master's degree in Business Analytics from Duke University and a Bachelor's degree in Joint Mathematics-Economics from the University of California, San Diego. With a strong background in mathematics and extensive experience as a long-time volunteer at the Boy...

Education

Duke University

Master's/Graduate

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor

David

Certified Tutor

10+ years

David

Bachelor of Science, Physiology and Neuroscience
David's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Anatomy & Physiology
AP Biology
AP Chemistry

I earned my Bachelor of Science in Physiology and Neuroscience with Phi Beta Kappa Honors from UC San Diego. I have a passion for the sciences, especially Chemistry and Biology. I have a love for learning and I believe this enthusiasm really helps my students become excited about the subject matter....

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor of Science, Physiology and Neuroscience

Alex

Certified Tutor

Alex

Master of Arts, Political Science and Government
Alex's other Tutor Subjects
Math
Statistics
Statistics Graduate Level

I've been interested in teaching and tutoring since I was a teaching assistant in graduate school. While in grad school, I taught courses in statistics, political science, and history.My degree was in political science with a focus on statistical analysis, and I am now training to be a data scientis...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Master of Arts, Political Science and Government

SUNY College at Buffalo

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Rena

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Rena

Bachelor
Rena's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School English

With over 4 years of experience teaching elementary English and 5 years of teaching Math to students in grades 6 through 8, I am dedicated to helping students unlock their full academic potential. My student-centered approach focuses on building a strong foundation in both subjects by tailoring less...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor

Kevin

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Kevin

Bachelor of Science, Human Biology/Education Studies
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Science
ACT Writing
Advanced Placement Prep

I'm in my 2nd year of medical school at the University of Central Florida. I previously graduated Cum Laude from the University of California, San Diego with a degree in Human Biology and Education Studies. I was an Academic Mentor for underprivileged San Diego communities. I was also a Teaching Ass...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor of Science, Human Biology/Education Studies

Samira

Certified Tutor

Samira

Current Grad Student, Doctor of Optometry
Samira's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Biology
College Algebra

Education has always been a passion of mine. I love to learn about new things and expand my knowledge of various topics. Above that, I enjoying helping people even more. After receiving my Bachelor's in Science from UC San Diego in Biochemistry, I decided to pursue a profession in health care. I fel...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelors, Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Southern California College of Optometry

Current Grad Student, Doctor of Optometry

Adlai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Adlai

Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Adlai's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Finite Mathematics

My name is Adlai, and I'm a chemical engineering PhD student at NYU. I love to help people learn and hope to be a professor one day!

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Polytechnic Institute of New York University

Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
32
GRE
170
Nick

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Nick

PhD
Nick's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Geometry
Statistics

First, a little background. I recently retired from the College of Education at Oregon State University where, for the last six years, I was a teacher educator helping to prepare prospective secondary math and science teachers. I held a similar position for eight years at the School of Education a...

Education

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

PhD

University of California-San Diego

PhD

Matthew

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Matthew

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/ Pre Dental
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Chemistry

I am a graduate of the University of California, San Diego. I chose to major in Sociology and became a Pre-dental student over time because I loved learning about the sciences. I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects, including Chemistry, Biology, and Math. I have worked with students of all ages. My...

Education

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/ Pre Dental

Mina

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Mina

BS

Hey there! I'm Mina, a k-7th tutor since 2016 who has a big passion for education. My background in neurological and behavioral child development from UC San Diego makes me well trained in designing lessons for students based on their developmental abilities and skill level. As a learning science re...

Education

University of California-San Diego

BS

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