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Christopher: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...fits all" manner. I will work with each student to tailor their learning experience to their likes and dislikes. Rather than use boring, generic objects I will use subject matter directly related to the student's interests. Furthermore, I understand that not everybody learns in the same manner. I excel at auditory learning while many others...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelors, Physics
Tufts University - Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700

Leonid: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...robotics projects. I love helping students of all ages build understanding and excitement for various subjects. I believe that, with patience and the right set of tools, you can grow to enjoy any subject. As someone who used to be terrible at math and was taught to love it, I can attest to the fact...
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University of Massachusetts Amherst - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 700

Miguel: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...students in violin for four years, in addition to casual tutoring in history, writing, and languages. More important than helping my students reach the right answers is helping them ask the questions that will lead them to answers. I learn best when I find an aspect of the subject I'm studying that I'm passionate about,...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Linguistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 790

Kristen: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...math and science, as well as test prep. I've been teaching in some capacity since I was in high school; first tutoring peers in math and science through National Honor Society, then providing more informal one-on-one help to fellow students at MIT. I've also worked extensively teaching swim lessons for the past five years, particularly...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Chemical-Biological Engineering
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Taylor: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...school programs at nearby public schools. I now work as an engineer/business analyst. In my free time I enjoy martial arts and traveling. I took the GMAT a few weeks ago and did very well. All the learning techniques and tricks are fresh in my mind so I'll be sure to raise your score! I...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
GMAT: 770

Ryan: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts, "one of sixteen public, residential high schools in the country specializing in the education of gifted and talented students who have an interest and aptitude for mathematics and science." For the past two years, I've served as an Honors Mentor and Resident Assistant. Additionally, I've served over 400 hours...
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Northeastern University - Current Undergrad, International Affairs & Business
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Thomas: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...Do you have test anxiety? Math anxiety, specifically? Is it difficult for you to create, organize, and execute a study plan? Or do you simply want straightforward, content-based prep and study help? In either case, I'm excited to help you achieve your academic and standardized test goals. My academic credentials consist of a BA in...
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University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Political Science & German
Duke University - Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy

Laura: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...development economics lab at MIT, and plan to apply for medical school this upcoming summer. I hope to combine in MD with a PhD in Economics or Health Policy in order to work on issues regarding Healthcare Delivery. Throughout college, I had extensive experience tutoring. I tutored writing/essay editing and SAT prep for a year,...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 740

Nick: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...studying for the LSAT, it's 33% learning the test, 33% sustaining motivation, and 34% evaluation of one's approach/style. As a tutor, I see my job as supporting a student in all three ways, more like a personal trainer than a teacher. I've seen how to improve 10 deciles on standardized test--enough to change your options...
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Wake Forest University - Bachelors, Philosophy
LSAT: 173

Samantha: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners!
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School - Current Grad Student, MD
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Zachary: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...employ several different teaching styles (e.g. visual, conceptual, verbal) due to my knowledge of the subject at hand. I also have much experience with adolescents through my tutoring experience, coaching ice hockey, and working at a summer camp. I am proficient in mathematics and most fields of science with special concentration in Calculus (1-3) and...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Current Undergrad, Physics (with Business Minor)
ACT English: 32

Sarah: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...get my Masters of Science in Biomedical Science at Tufts University School of Medicine. I am currently applying to medical school and hope to matriculate next fall. In the past, I have tutored middle school geometry and worked as a peer tutor in a college level introductory biology lab. I have an extensive background in...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelors, Global Public Health
Tufts University School Of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Masters of Biomedical Science
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 31

Paul: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...of teachers have helped me to work toward my dream of attending medical school and becoming a pediatrician. I love tutoring because it is an opportunity to teach and inspire students, helping them to pursue their dreams as well. I have experience working with students of various ages in a wide range of subjects. I...
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Brown University - Bachelors, Double major in biology and public health (pre-med)
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Max: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...relevant subject matter. My teaching philosophy can be summed in three words: never sit still. I don't see learning as a static process, whereby a student studies for a test, passes it, then lets the information slip away. Rather, I believe the student should be truly hungry to absorb the material, to truly own it,...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 790

Steven: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...Fall 2013), with a prior two-year Visiting Assistant Professorship at the Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art. I received my PhD from the Courant Institute at NYU in 2011 and my BA from Yale in 2005. During my seven years of college instructorship (particularly in single and multivariable calculus) and three years...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, Mathematics
New York University Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences - PHD, Mathematics

Larisa: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...in philosophy from University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. I have worked as a writing assistant and taught high school and college students a variety of subjects within philosophy including Bioethics, Ancient Philosophy, Philosophy of Law, Ethical Theory, and Intro to Philosophy. In addition to philosophy, I am comfortable tutoring GRE Verbal and Analytical...
Education & Certification
Simmons College - Bachelors, Philosophy and Psychology
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Current Grad Student, Philosophy (PhD)

Mike: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...overcome their struggles and arrive at success. I am a likeable tutor who listens and observes well, and provides clear direction. I am able to understand subject matter deeply while being able to break down complex methods into small and easily understandable steps. I am very creative in coming up with unique ways for you...
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Masters, MBA

Evan: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...goals. Some of the most fulfilling tutoring I have done recently have been tutoring immigrants for the US Citizenship Test, helping formerly incarcerated individuals attain their GEDs, and tutoring children in Honduras on conversational English to obtain high-paying jobs in the tourism industry. I'm thrilled to work with anybody on any subjects of interest, reach...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Harvard University - Current Grad Student, Statistics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Tahmid: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...an undergraduate student at Wesleyan University and am majoring in molecular biology and biochemistry. At Wesleyan, I've been a member of the Science Outreach program, where we teach scientific concepts to students at local elementary schools. This experience has been extremely rewarding and has made me interested in helping other students as well.
Education & Certification
Wesleyan University - Current Undergrad, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740

Liana: Jamaica Plain tutor
Certified Tutor in Jamaica Plain, MA
...sequence where I helped teach biology to younger college students. Working in these different experiences showed me how rewarding it is to help students understand material and become more successful in their educational paths. Having been both homeschooled and a student at school, I have a unique philosophy on education. I believe that learning material...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Biological Sciences
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
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