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Nicolas: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...as well. I also help students faceand in so doing, conquertheir fear of failure. We practice not fearing mistakes, but seeing them as opportunities to learn, hone skills, and grow more confident. One of my strongest attributes as a tutor is my ability to break down complex ideas into clear and accessible language. There is...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 730

Margarita: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...and part-time on a public health project related to smoking cessation. I have also been tutoring students in a variety of subjects. I have been tutoring students since I was in 7th grade, and my favorite subject to tutor is math. My family is originally from Russia, and I grew up with a very strong...
Education & Certification
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35

John: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...and an attention to detail that is found through all levels of education, especially within mathematics. I firmly believe that tutoring is an extension of the teaching process, and that as such my job as a tutor is to give my students the skills they need not only to solve the particular problems they bring...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
CUNY Graduate School and University Center - PHD, Mathematics

Brian: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...can help others because I am a firm believer in the importance of seeking help when it is needed. In high school, I always found myself aiding my peers with their math homework, and reviewing essays for clarity and correct grammar. I was always complemented on how patient and specific my feedback was. Now, as...
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New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theater
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380
SAT Math: 720

Thomas: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...that I tutor, including mathematics, as it is equally - if not more important there. I'm not always such a nerd though. I love action movies and video games the same as a lot of people my age. I love indie music and I like to jam on my guitar. I also have something of...
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Hamilton College - Bachelor in Arts, Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 760

Tae Young: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...that there are many different factors that motivate a child in his studies. I think it's important not just to drill facts into students, but to help them appreciate how their studies will have a real effect on their lives. I hope to make the learning process not just a chore that is forced upon...
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New York University - Bachelors, Acting/Directing
Boston University School of Law - Masters, Law
LSAT: 167

Payal: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...to some unique concept. This tool has helped me through regular and honors courses. It is essential to be patient in note-taking. Every idea must be cross-checked and validated. There are several references available that students can utilize. I always use outside books and websites to aid in my studies. I would also like to...
Education & Certification
University of Tennessee Knoxville - Bachelors, Biology, General
Ross University of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Medicine

Allegra: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...may be true, but you can hone the skills needed to do well on them, and I have the experience to help you do just that. As a high schooler, I aced the SAT and took 9 AP classes; as a student at the University of Chicago, I developed exemplary writing and critical reading skills;...
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CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Current Undergrad, Religious Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Dylan: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...to establish strong foundations and to teach methods to figure out how to apply those fundamentals to any problem the student might encounter. I try to really drive home, on a conceptual level, why things are done the way that they are. Over the course of my tutoring career I have found this approach to...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Current Undergrad Student, Economics
Cornell University - Current Undergrad Student, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35

Kristen: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...studying Molecular & Cellular Biology. I graduated from Columbia University with a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry. I love to teach, mostly because of the impact of great teachers throughout my academic career. I think learning can be really fun, if teachers think outside the box and really challenge themselves to find novel ways of...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
SUNY Downstate Medical Center - Doctor of Philosophy, Molecular & Cellular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750

Philipp: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...in math, German, SHSAT, and SAT. I believe that I have good communication and 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...
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Columbia College - Current Undergrad, East Asian Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 780

Hanming: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...in math and Columbia University with a master degree in actuarial science. I got an average of 3.8 GPA on all my math classes, so I am able to tutor in any level of calculus courses or high school mathematics. I have passed 5 actuarial exams (P, FM, IFM, STAM and SRM), so I can...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Science, Actuarial Science
SAT Math: 800

Thomas: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...teaching students for the past ten years. I love watching a student grow and achieve their goals! I have worked as a teacher and school administrator, but my real passion lies in working with students one-on-one. I graduated with a degree in Journalism and History from NYU, and love working with students on math, reading,...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, History
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Touro College - Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Lisa: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...laude with a Bachelors degree in Finance and a certificate in International Business. I went abroad to London for a semester during my junior year, studying business as well as the social sciences. During the 7.5 semesters I spent on-campus, I tutored elementary, middle, and high school students at a local community center. I also...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Finance
The New School - Masters, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 720

Joey: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...in Drama and Theatre Arts. I taught math and essay writing to my peers in high school and college, and have tutored a close friend in her mathematics courses since junior year of high school. I am most comfortable and passionate about tutoring SAT prep, particularly the Math section and subject tests. I believe in...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Angela: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...I received my bachelor's degree in Political Science specializing in International Relations and Women's and Gender. I have spent the past 10 years tutoring for a range of subjects from ages 3-24. My specialty lies in writing, college essay editing and SATs. Outside of tutoring, I spend my time traveling and solving my Rubik's cube.
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Saahil: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...EMT, chorus in prestigious venues, and several biology and cellular/molecular biology research competitions. From this, I am passionate about tutoring in the sciences, test prep, and almost any high school course subject. My philosophy about tutoring centers around working together. As I am still just beginning college and high school was a few months ago,...
Education & Certification
The College of New Jersey - Associate in Science, Biology, General
New Jersey Medical School - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Eva : Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...foreign languages is one of the greatest joys in my life; I'm currently refining French and taking "Intensive Portuguese for Spanish Speakers." It's a life-long process. And yet, I believe foreign languages are best learned in big, joyful leaps, most often with the patient and persistent help of a tutor. I set goals with my...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, English/Comparative Literature, Pre-Medical Studies
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 790

Brandon: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...I play the drums myself. My teaching philosophy is heavily influenced by my engineering education. I rely on a Socratic, discussion-based method where I encourage my students to not only work through problems but to explain them back to me, to help build confidence in their own understanding of the material while cementing concepts in...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 730

Richard: Durham tutor
Certified Tutor in Durham, CT
...As someone who enjoys problem-solving for its own sake, I often find myself in the position of explaining difficult concepts and abstract ideas to people with very different backgrounds and personalities than my own. Generally, people learn best from examples they find relevant, interesting, and concrete. My main hobby outside of class is music. I...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
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