Top Tutors serving Columbia

Alexander: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...at the University of Vienna. From there I went straight on continue my graduate studies at the London School of Economics, also in Political Science. It was after my year in London that I started my professional life in Washington where I worked for a think tank for a year. During that year I got my first experience in tutoring American students in German. My students included middle school level all the way up to...
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University of Vienna - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
London School of Economics - Masters, Politcal Science

Emily: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...break from the classroom. I specialize in STEM subjects, literature and critical reading, and test prep. I earned my BS in Biology at the University of Dallas - a Great Books liberal arts college. I am a strong proponent of interdisciplinary, self-directed learning. In my work as a teacher, I make it a priority to help my students discover a love of learning, the skills to self-assess their needs and strengths, and develop an understanding...
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University of Dallas - Bachelors, Biology, General

Josephine: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...current going back to school to pursue a Nursing degree. I have experience working as a Teacher Assistant, Academic Tutor, and Paraprofessional. Confidence and good communication skills have continuously helped me to interact well with people. Subjects of interest include but not limited to French, English, and some Sciences. I like to connect with my students and their unique talents and strengths and work towards improving their weakness in a given subjects.
Education & Certification
Calvin College - Bachelors, Public Health and French Literature and Cultural Studies

Steve: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...cancer. Ever since I can remember, my favorite subjects to learn as well as teach were the Biological and Physical Sciences. Always inquisitive, I find that those topics are so logical and amazing because they can explain everything around us. During college, I was a teaching assistant for General Chemistry and also tutored Physiology. Having taught in classes with several hundred students, I have worked with diverse groups of individuals, each with their own unique...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Biology Honors & Biochemistry Honors
MCAT: 39

Craig: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...always enjoyed tutoring undergraduate students, I found great satisfaction in teaching Math to struggling teenagers. From my experiences, I learned that anyone can tackle basic mathematical ideas if they are given proper patience and instruction. Furthermore, I have learned that every student has a unique style of learning. My tutoring philosophy embodies this notion and I strive to tailor my lessons to fit each student's academic strengths. Having been successful in my academic career, I...
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Wake Forest University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematical-Economics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 31

ManHua: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...of academia, I play as handler for the GMU Women's Ultimate Frisbee team and enjoy crafting and DIY. I tutor a variety of science and math subjects but I am most passionate about biology and neuroscience. Throughout my years of taking science courses in high school and college, I have become skilled at breaking down and organizing complex science concepts into much simpler and manageable concepts to understand. I believe this will really help the...
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George Mason University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Patrick: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...was lucky to learn how to make learning about biology, chemistry, and physics a little more engaging than just memorizing a text book. I'd love to share my passion for science and success with you! I taught undergraduate biology courses at Boston University. In addition, I was a teaching assistant for biology and organic chemistry during my undergraduate career at Elon University. I am a first-year medical student who recently took the MCAT and successfully...
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Elon University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Georgetown University - Current Grad Student, Medicine

Lucinda: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...school. I currently teach college level Calculus and Statistics. I have a Bachelors degree in Mathematics and two Master's degrees, one in Mathematics with a concentration in Statistics and Operations Research and another in Business with an emphasis in Analytics and Decision Sciences. I attended Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville, Illinois and Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond Virginia. I love to tutor Algebra 1 and 2 and also Business Calculus and Statistics. I truly enjoy...
Education & Certification
University of Cape Coast - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics & Statistics
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville - Master of Science, Mathematics

Robert: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...excited to tutor students in Math. My focus in undergrad was statistics and I am studying for my actuarial exams now. I have taught both adults and younger students before and I am ready to help you learn about a subject that I love. Please contact me and we can find out how I can make your math life a little more fun and give you insight into how it all works!... Keep it simple and...
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Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelors, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 750

Laura: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...her mentor and guide, both academically and professionally. I have extensive experience tutoring high school students in AP Biology, Honors Biology, and Honors Biochemistry. Last summer, I designed the curriculum and taught a seven-week intensive course on SAT Critical Reading and Writing. As a high school student, I didn't have much luck with my own SAT tutors. I have since taken my own personal experiences as a student and improved my own teaching style. I...
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University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Studies
University of Southern California - Master of Arts, Environmental Studies
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Celeste: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...and teaching a 2nd grade class in Liberia. I'm comfortable not only with tutoring, but also as a teacher, using a curriculum (including Common Core standards) to craft an individualized learning plan for a student and finding a variety of resources and lesson plan strategies that fit their learning styles to help them succeed. Given my experience, I'm also very comfortable working with students who are behind or overage for their grade, have reading related...
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George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, International Affairs
Georgetown University - Master of Arts, Global Human Development
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720

Maria: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...naturally to me. I have been involved in tutoring Spanish grammar, pronunciation, and composition for college students in the U.S. during several years. I strongly believe that learning a new language permits us to view culture and language from a different perspective. After graduating from WUSTL, I moved to Washington, DC to join a policy research think tank. I have extensive experience in academic research on educational programs, human rights, and Latin American and Caribbean...
Education & Certification
Central University of Venezuela - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Washington University in St Louis - Master of Arts, International Affairs

Kevin: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...in their preparations for standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, and GMAT. I know that standardized tests can be a source of anxiety for many, but I believe that with appropriate preparation and study techniques anyone can master their required standardized test. I consider your success to be my success- I will do everything within my capabilities to empower you with the strategies, confidence and positive attitude to do your absolute best on your...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering and Geography (double degree)
SAT Math: 750
GMAT: 740

Megan: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...career in marine science and policy, doing field research as well as internships with prominent organizations. I spent six months working as a substitute teacher in Maine classrooms ranging from grade two through twelve in all subjects as well as with ESL students, before accepting a long-term substitute position in a high school math department. I am comfortable with, and well qualified to teach a broad range of subjects. I have highly developed writing abilities,...
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McGill University - Bachelors, Environment:Biodiversity and Conservation

Kelsa: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...one setting and I love to see the joy of learning in my students. I grew up in outside of Portland, OR. I received my my Bachelor degrees, in Biology, Biochemistry and Neuewent on to earn my PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology at the University of Hawaii in 2009. I then moved out to Denver to do my postdoctoral work at National Jewish Health. Since completing that work I have taken a sabbatical from...
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Brandeis University - Bachelors, Biology, Biochemistry, Neuroscience
University of Hawaii at Manoa - PHD, Cell and Molecular Biology
SAT Verbal: 750

Chana: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...that will enable you to think and grow on your own. It is more important that you learn how to think and learn than just master the subject or content required for an exam or an essay. My goal is to help people become aware of their strengths and abilities by showing them how to discover their ability to think and push themselves to succeed. I have a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from the...
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Thomas Edison State College - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Studies
University of Scranton - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction

Deva: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...learning. I earned my Ph.D. from Georgetown University in German Studies in 2012, and my MA from the University of Chicago in the Humanities. My main areas of expertise are in German and English language and literature, including an emphasis on writing, reading, speaking, and listening comprehension, as well as essay writing at all levels. I've taught at Georgetown University for seven years, and presently teach at the German Language School of Washington, DC as...
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St. John's College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy, Math (Liberal Arts)
Georgetown University - PHD, German Studies

Olga: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...and to teach. I am a native Spanish-speaker with an engineering degree. I have taught Spanish and translation (English to Spanish) at the college level for several years, and I have also volunteered at a middle school helping students with their homework in different subjects. I am an avid reader and my love of learning led me to study and obtain three more degrees. I recently started practicing guitar. I love music, movies, concerts, and...
Education & Certification
Universidad Simon Bolivar - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
SUNY at Binghamton - Master of Arts, Translation (Spanish to English)

Rania: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...students have told me that my class was the class they learned the most in, and the class that challenged them to think critically, more so than their other classes during high school. I also taught at a science camp for children K-8. When I teach, I tend to use various materials, including images, diagrams, videos and music. All of these help a student learn by integrating sensory modalities in ways that helps them remember,...
Education & Certification
Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Caroline: Columbia tutor
Certified Tutor in Columbia, MD
...in literacy; and adults in basic math. I have also taught World Religions to students at the Columbia University High School Summer Program, and creative writing/literature to high schoolers at the Young Writers Workshop at University of Virginia, as well as to adults in workshops all around Baltimore. I have a deep love for learning, reading and writing, but am eager to share that excitement and help others to find it. However, I am also...
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, Writing Seminars
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