
Patrick: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...the importance of education and the importance of good teachers and mentors. Education is a field that I hope to pursue as a career and there is nothing more crucial to the project of education than fostering positive relationships with students. Tutoring is a great way to begin to do that. I also have a real passion for the subjects I tutor, History, English, and French. The best part about tutoring is helping students to...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, History

Alyssa: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...English, Literacy, Humanities and Social Studies/History at the Middle School/Secondary Level. Some of my strengths are getting to know my students, identifying their strengths and weaknesses, and leveraging their interests in order to motivate them and build confidence. I hold very high expectations, but I always take the time to figure out what kinds of strategies and supports students need to be successful. I strongly believe in helping students develop a growth mindset, which they...
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Trinity College, Hartford CT - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Spanish
Harvard Graduate School of Eduction - Unknown, Urban Education, Social Studies

Rahul: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...Park. I have tutored while having leadership positions in both the National Honors Society and Mu Alpha Theta (The Math Honors Society). I tutored students primarily in Mathematics ranging from different subjects such as Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus I, Calculus II. I have also tutored in Economics and Physics, but I definitely most passionate about Mathematics. In my experience helping students prepare for the SAT, I primarily focus on teaching the Math and Writing sections...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering

Parisa: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...tutor. And just as importantly, I will work hard to tailor each tutoring session to the student's needs. I know that everyone's learning style is different, and I view it as my responsibility to cater to the student's strengths while addressing his/her weaknesses. On experience (briefly): I was hired as a teaching assistant by my university's economics department (one of just a few undergraduates), and I also teach debate in local schools in Charlottesville. I...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Politics Honors and Economics

Mahak: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...me and my student to see improvement. Practice is key in improvement, and I will make sure to provide ample opportunity for my students to do so. I hope that my passion for teaching will rub off on my students and make them excited to learn! I graduated from the University of Michigan this year with a B.S. in biopsychology, cognition, and neuroscience. Thus, I have plenty of experience in Psychology as well. I quickly...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience

Ben: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...have a wide range of interests and abilities. I enjoy soccer, basketball, football, tennis, biking, board riding, exploring nature, cooking, eating, dancing, playing music, reading, and solving puzzles and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency whose values I share and whose work I love. My goal as a tutor is to help students discover their...
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Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Marketing
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management

Keith: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...people understand something they were struggling with. Thats why I hope to tutor as many students as I can handle. The thing I enjoy most about teaching is the opportunity to help students learn. I enjoy knowledge, both the receiving and the giving thereof, and Im looking forward to being able to help your student (or you yourself) grow in the field you are currently grappling with. I have been fortunate to do well in...
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Georgetown University - Unknown, International History
Valparaiso University - Masters in Education, Education

David: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
I am a recent graduate of Brandeis University where I double majored in Neuroscience and Health Policy. I am a veteran of the Montgomery County Public School system. I graduated from the International Baccalaureate Program at Richard Montgomery, and was an AP Scholar with distinction. I love working with people to help promote understanding, especially in the areas of math and science.... Teaching style should strongly depend on the student, else you risk either wasting time...
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Brandeis University - Bachelors, Double Major: Neuroscience and Health Policy

Jeanna: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...your future. Since then, I have tried to encourage other students to strive for academic achievement. I graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I also received my TEFL certificate in 2012. I have taught English in South Korea for two years at an after-school academy. Since then I have also taught debate and juvenile justice civics class to middle school and high school students. I am pleased to...
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University of Florida - Bachelors, Psychology

Ryan: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...are my language skills. Since high school I have learned to speak five languages apart from English: French, German, Spanish, Arabic, and Turkish. Learning these languages has also helped me in English. I have a strong knowledge of grammar, and have an array of tried-and-true methods for breaking down reading exercises in order to be able to read complex documents in other languages. Grammar is one of the easiest ways to break down complex passages...
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Sciences Po Paris - Bachelors, International Affairs and Transatlantic Relations
Georgetown University - Current Grad Student, European Studies

Sophia: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...of a friendly and encouraging guide. I want to lead students towards academic independence through connecting what they are assigned to learn with what they know well already or what they are skilled at, so that they don't feel as if they are approaching their task with no preparation. I would also like to aid in the development of strategies that are applicable to general assignments instead of focusing on learning a subject simply to...
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St Johns College - Current Undergrad, History of Mathematics and Science & Philosophy

Eunice : Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...currently a senior at GW studying Criminal Justice with a minor in International Affairs. On campus, I am a Peer Writing Consultant, and I've been a tutor for a DC organization working with students who fall behind in their school curriculums. I love interacting with people and watching students overcome subjects they struggle in and achieve breakthroughs. I consider my style to be collaborative and friendly, while being honest and serious when necessary. After graduation,...
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George Washington University - Bachelors, Criminal Justice

Danielle: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...Science degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Since my high school years, I have taught extensively, tutoring children in math, science & test prep. I have also worked as a tutor for Reconstruction Tutoring Co, a company that focuses on providing instruction that incorporates education on minority issues along with the traditional subject. I have done private tutoring on the side, and successfully watched my students development into independent and confident individuals. While I tutor...
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University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Cynthia: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...I will be pursuing my PhD in Neuroscience in the fall at Johns Hopkins. I have been tutoring high school students outside of class in college and involved in STEM academics and research mentorship as well as a translation program from and to English outside of class. I speak Japanese and French, and I have taken the PSATs, SATs, 10 APs, and the GREs successfully. I would be willing to help with any of these...
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Princeton University - Bachelors, Neuroscience
Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Neuroscience

Katherine: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...I could have a direct impact on helping students graduate from high school and attend college. I taught high school math for five years in Baltimore City and DC: Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry. As a teacher, I used relationship building, well planned lessons with clearly aligned and scaffolded practice and data-driven instruction to lead my students to impressive growth. While teaching at Thurgood Marshall Academy PCHS in DC, I integrated project based learning...
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Religious Studies
Johns Hopkins University - Masters, Educational Studies (Urban Education Concentration)

Zoey: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...college grad who majored in computer science and music. I've had over 15 years of music training and 5 years of experience in teaching from elementary school to high school. As a tutor, I pay attention to my student's thought process when approaching a problem and adjust my teaching based on their learning style. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me. I can't wait connect and to share my enthusiasm with you!
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Lehigh University - Bachelor in Arts, Music Theory and Composition
Lehigh University - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science

Meagan: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
Hello! I'm a recent college graduate with a degree in human biology! I'm well-studied in biology and chemistry, having taken graduate courses in undergrad. I also took many classes in literature and English while in school, as it's one of my passions. I have lots of experience mentoring and teaching children ages 5-18, and am so excited to help you learn!
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Catholic University of America - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

David: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...any subject, and also that it has intrinsic value in making the world a better place. I have taught argumentation and debate at the Harvard Debate Council summer workshops, and have developed and taught a political philosophy curriculum at the Harvard Center for Hellenic Studies in Greece. I love working with kids, and I read and write children's books and young adult fiction in my spare time (as well as poetry and adult fiction). I...
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Harvard University - Current Undergrad, English

Leon: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...time English teacher in South Korea, where I worked with elementary and middle school students. I was also an independent tutor for six months in Australia. I have a bachelors degree in Political Science, and a Master degree in Law and Diplomacy, so I am able to help students with history, political science, or other social science courses. In addition, I have years of ESL experience, and have a TESOL certificate certifying my professional skills...
Education & Certification
Appalachian State University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Tufts University - Masters, Law and Diplomacy

Aleena: Ellicott City tutor
Certified Tutor in Ellicott City, MD
...Cognition, and Neuroscience. I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in Physiology from Case Western Reserve University. I am passionate about learning and I want students to have that same passion so they can reach their true potential and not let academics stand in the way of a bright future. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but my strengths include standardized tests and writing, which can make a huge impact upon a student's educational...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biopsychology, cognition, and Neuroscience
Case Western Reserve University - Master of Science, Physiology
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