Top Tutors serving Berkeley

Melissa: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...and began my journey to teacher certification in Special Education and English, grades 7-12. I currently work as a 10th and 11th grade teacher at a school in Queens, where I teach French, English, and U.S. History. Studying and teaching French, I learned about the frustration students feel when struggling to understand something that might...
Education & Certification
Fordham University - Bachelors, English and French Language and Literature
St. John's University - Current Grad Student, Education

Lear: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...a tutor! I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2015 with degrees in Economics and Political Science. I spent most of 2015-2016 travelling around the world. I have been to over twenty countries and four continents. My goal is to visit as many as I can! I am willing to tutor a variety of...
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Economics, Political Science
Columbia Law School - Current Grad Student, J.D.
LSAT: 172

Philipp: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...pedagogical skills, and a firm understanding of the subject matter. Having come from Germany at the age of eleven, I know the frustration that can come with feeling overwhelmed by coursework. I performed well on standardized exams like the SHSAT and the SAT and can teach test-taking skills that will ultimately lead students to institutions...
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Columbia College - Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 780

Nikhil: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
I hope to share my knowledge with others and help anyone with questions and concepts... Go through their problems, and try to be patient with them to help them understand.... Teach them basic concepts and then let them try examples on their own.... Patience is vital.... Ensure they understand the concept, and motivate them.... Try a different approach until they get it. Maybe give an example first.
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Rice University - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineer

Pedro: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...learned how to communicate physical and mathematical theories at several levels of comprehension, and my understanding of the subject matter has often improved as a result. My general approach in tutoring physics and math is to emphasize the theory behind whatever subject the student may be dealing with. Once a student firmly understands a physical...
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Fordham University - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Robert: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...to help others -- hence my renewed motivation in school. It has also translated into a strong desire to share what I am passionate about with other young people who are on their own journeys through the often unequal (and unfortunately sometimes boring) education system in the United States. I am interested in working as...
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Rutgers University-Newark - Current Undergrad, History

Lyall: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...mindset myself and am excited to help students preparing for the SAT/ACT this summer/fall. In addition to SAT tutoring, I have experience coaching high school debate and am passionate about finding ways to simplify test-taking concepts so that they can become second nature to students approaching the process. I am a strong believer in the...
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Brown University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770

Kimberly: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...efficiently to help you improve your test scores, studying habits, and grades. My teaching philosophy is very much similar to a lot of my science professors. "Do practice questions. Do practice questions. Do some more practice questions!" Since I like to have concepts simplified and broken down for me, I will do the same for...
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Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry and Chinese
Tufts University - Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 730

Katie: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...my belt, and a long journey of figuring out my own techniques for studying and retaining vital classroom knowledge, I have a tool belt ready of methods to succeed in the classroom. Additionally, I have worked with students on all sides of the learning/comprehension spectrum and will help your child gain the confidence and skills...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biological Engineering
SAT Verbal: 750
SAT Writing: 730

Tom: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...else. I take a holistic approach to teaching, which means that students are expected to reason through problems algebraically, graphically, pictorially and verbally. When students are able to synthesize these four approaches to concept mastery, real understanding emerges, and students, perhaps for the first times in their lives, see what they are truly doing. Thanks...
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CUNY Queens College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Kennesaw State University - Master of Science, Applied Statistics

Tiffany: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...I have been studying Spanish since the 6th grade and have spent extensive periods of time abroad, which range from taking linguistics classes in Madrid to doing farm work in rural Mexico. I love to learn and teach others. While finding the right answer is important, I also want my students to develop critical thinking...
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Stony Brook University - Bachelors, Spanish Language & Literature
New York University - Master of Science, Spanish-English Translation
SAT Writing: 800

Alana: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...In college, I was accepted into the Mentoring and Student Teaching Program for underserved children in Philadelphia. I served as a science and english tutor for three years, while tutoring my peers in Spanish and Biology as well. Having taken the MCAT and excelled on the SAT, ACT, as well as multiple SAT subject tests,...
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Haverford College - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 760

Mary: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...school in Atlanta, where she led her students to achieve significant academic growth. Wanting to gain a deeper knowledge about the issues surrounding education and levers for improvement, Mary attended the Harvard Graduate School of Education and earned her Ed.M. in Education Policy and Management in Spring 2015. Mary currently lives in New York City...
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University of Georgia - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism, Spanish
Harvard University - Masters, Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400

Elizabeth: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...keep parents in the loop to make sure we have covered all that's needed to make my students a success! I have spent years working with national organizations for gifted students and also with students with learning disabilities. This gives me a special perspective on ALL learners and helps me tailor the best course of...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Unknown, Music/English
Long Island University - Unknown, Library Science

Danny: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...jobs. I clerked for a Federal Judge in Cleveland, worked in statewide public policy in Ohio for two years, and now I am a drug policy advocate and writer in New York. I have a diverse set of interests and skills, and so I believe I can effectively tutor many different subject areas. I am...
Education & Certification
Princeton - Bachelors, Astrophysics
Georgetown University Law Center - Masters, JD
LSAT: 165

Rodrigo: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
I am a high school math teacher currently handling Geometry using the Common Core curriculum. I am also able to tutor in Algebra, Trigonometry, Precalculus and Calculus.
Education & Certification
University of the Philippines - Bachelors, Engineering
University of Asia and the Pacific - Masters, Economics

Camilla: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...tutoring students in New York City high schools. Having been raised in New York City myself, I have first-hand experience with the rigorous academic curriculums and standardized tests with which many New York City students are challenged. I feel passionate about imparting the academic knowledge and advice that I have cultivated during my studies to...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry

Osman: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...just about every related subject offered in high school. I have a significant amount of tutoring experience, and I have produced positive results. Among the techniques I employ as a tutor, I stress self-help strategies to ensure that students do not become dependent on the crutch of a tutor or teacher. Often, a student may...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Chemical Physics and Mathematics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Tom: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...as an Academic Advisor at Columbia University. In this role, I counsel and advise both prospective and current students who are part of our Master's Program in Sports Management. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I always had passion for both English and Mathematics. I understand my work through systems, and tutor students to...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelors, Communication
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Reading: 35
ACT Science: 35

Alexandra: Berkeley tutor
Certified Tutor in Berkeley, NJ
...education teacher of grades 7-12. I specialize in reading and writing, as well as middle school social studies. I enjoy working with all levels, from those who are just beginning to build their skills, to those who are looking to challenge themselves and strengthen their skills. I look forward to working with you!
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Urban Studies
LIU Brooklyn - Masters in Education, Education of Individuals in Middle School Special Education Programs
ACT English: 31
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