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9+ years
Anne
Reading and writing are my lifelong hobby, passion, and career. I have taught high school and college students for the past 20 years, and I would enjoy helping you with these subjects. I have plenty of skills and practice with enabling students to read more efficiently and effectively and to communi...
University of Chicago
PHD, English
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Stephanie
I have a B.A. in English Language and Literature, and in Cinema and Media Studies from The University of Chicago, and an M.A. in Film Studies from The University of Iowa, where I also spent two years as a T.A., teaching undergraduate courses in film studies and related fields. I firmly believe that ...
University of Iowa
Masters, Film Studies
University of Chicago
Bachelors, Cinema and Media Studies / English Language and Literature
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Damian
If you choose me to be your tutor then you will definitely ace your test. I'm a great math tutor because I understand the material thoroughly, am patient, and know how to explain things.I attended Stuyvesant High School and the University of Chicago; I am currently studying Data Science with Johns H...
University of Chicago
Current Undergrad, None
Certified Tutor
Maria
I am a Ph.D. chemist who has spent a good portion of my career focused on teaching. I recently served for eight years as an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Trinity College, a liberal arts college in which faculty have lots of one-on-one interactions with students. Sitting down and delving into p...
University of Chicago
PHD, Chemistry
Swarthmore College
Bachelors, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Debra
My name is Debra and I have an MA in Anthropology from the University of Chicago. I really like engaging with the humanities and hope to help students improve their understanding of history, the social science, writing, and grammar.
University of Chicago
Master of Arts, Anthropology
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Gabriel
I've been tutoring for several years and love helping my students. I have worked with elementary, middle, high school, and college students in a range of subjects. I'm particularly enthusiastic about teaching writing, philosophy, and math. If academics ever wear on you, I'd love to help you learn ho...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Kris
I currently work as a Teaching Assistant at a public school in Chicago through the University of Chicago's Neighborhood School Program. I also volunteer with Maroon Tutor Match, a UChicago organization that matches low-income middle and high students with college tutors. Before starting college, I l...
University of Chicago
Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Stephen
Human life is messy and complicated and challenging and very, very beautiful. Whatever its specific focus is at a given time, I think studying philosophy can and should ultimately serve developing the courage and capacity to embrace this beautiful mess. It's a privilege to be able to help people t...
University of Chicago
Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Auburn University
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
2+ years
William
From my experience teaching math to a range of students, from middle school through college, I know that it does not come easily to everyone. However, I firmly believe that everyone has the capability for mathematical reasoning. Everyone has their own strengths and challenges, and my job as a tutor ...
MIT
PhD
University of Chicago
PhD
Certified Tutor
Remington
I am about to begin graduate school as a PhD Student in Condensed Matter Physics. I am currently working at an experimental physics lab at the University of Maryland, College Park.My tutoring style is pretty relaxed. In my experience, if someone knows what question to ask then they are already prett...
University of Chicago
PHD, Physics
University of Maryland
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Criminology
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