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9+ years
Daniel
Hello! I am a native of western Pennsylvania. This is where I grew up, attended high school, and began my college career. I completed my Bachelor of Arts at the University of Pittsburgh in 2011. I left Pittsburgh to attend the University of Chicago, from which I graduated in 2013. I stayed in Chicag...
University of Chicago
Masters, Humanities
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Bachelors, Philosophy and Sociology (Religious Studies minor)
Certified Tutor
5+ years
I first came to tutoring through helping my friends and acquaintances with their studies in math and physics courses during my first year at the University of Chicago. I continued tutoring throughout college. After some time, I discovered that I truly enjoy it when I am able to help a student unders...
University of Chicago
Bachelors, Physics
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Xingyuan
As a dedicated language tutor with several years of experience, I bring both expertise and enthusiasm to every lesson. I specialize in Chinese, Japanese, and basic Arabic, and I have had the privilege of guiding students of diverse ages and backgrounds through their language-learning journeys.
University of Chicago
Master's/Graduate
Trinity College (CT)
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Gabriela
Hi, I am Gabriela Angellotti, a fourth year student at the University of Chicago. I am currently studying Neuroscience and Health and Society with hopes on attending med-school in the future. Also, I am a member of the women's varsity softball team at the university, and am involved in volunteer tut...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Charlie
Hi, all! I'm Charlie. I graduated from the University of Chicago last Spring, and I'm headed for Harvard Law School this Fall; in the interim, I'm preparing students to take the ACT and LSAT online and locally in Chicago. I've been tutoring and instructing students of all ages for more than five yea...
University of Chicago
Bachelors, English Literature
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
2+ years
Applied knowledge is wisdom. One exam doesn't determine your future. You can always perform better next time or find a field that aligns with your strengths
University of Chicago
PhD
National Institute of Science Education and Research
PhD
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Sofia
I am a student at the University of Chicago, majoring in Biology with a focus in Ecology. I have a passion for science education, and I plan to pursue my Masters in Education. I have extensive experience tutoring in mathematics and science for elementary through high school students, in New York Cit...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
Certified Tutor
Kate
Born, raised and educated in Chicago, I moved to New York two years ago to pursue my Master's in French Studies at NYU! While I miss my hometown, I'm reveling in this most recent stop on my long and exciting academic path.When I was fourteen I was accepted into a high school enrichment program at th...
New York University
Masters, French Studies/European History
University of Chicago
Bachelors, International Studies
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mollie
I'm a recent graduate of the University of Chicago (AB'17) where I studied English Language and Literature, and Linguistics. I have experience coaching students writing and editing college essays, resume/cover letters, and academic papers of all kinds. I was a content writer for a small Chicago star...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, English
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