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Nicolas: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...really enjoyed my experience assisting students in test preparation. In my experience, students first approach tests in an ad hoc fashion, and often with a fair bit of trepidation and hesitancy. I find it tremendously satisfying to help students conquer those initial hurdles and gain a feeling of mastery and confidence. I am patient, and...
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Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 730
Gabriela: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
I'm a rising junior at Harvard College. I study African American Studies with a secondary in Women's Studies and I am pursuing a language citation in Spanish. I aspire to one day go to business school. When I am not doing work, I can typically be found reading, writing, or dancing.
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Harvard University - Current Undergrad, African American Studies
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 35
Aman: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...We worked together for some time, but some of his characteristics were not compatible with my liking. After about two more mentors, I finally selected an intelligent, organized, and serious mentor that was heavily invested in my success. To have a mentor that is invested in your success is a fantastic feeling. Suddenly, my motivation...
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Current Undergrad, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Leonard: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...or problem too complicated that I cannot help with if not solve. I am exceptionally dedicated to my students; ensuring that they not simply memorize concepts or regurgitate facts but truly understand the material. I ask them to defend their answers which teaches them that the correct response is often less important than the reasoning...
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Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Math
Gene: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...and have experience in teaching it as well. Though I tutor in a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about English, literature, and history. My approach to tutoring stresses deeper understanding of topics and underlying concepts, as opposed to learning just to pass test questions. I further believe in teaching towards individual student's learning...
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Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Yan: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
I have 2+ years of experience teaching FIRST LEGO League Robotics and 2+ years of experience tutoring ACT/SAT math and middle school math (pre-algebra, algebra, probability, geometry). I hope to help more students to reach their academic goals.
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New York University - Bachelor of Science, Actuarial Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Daniel: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...college as playing a pivotal role in my success in these courses and the MCAT exam. I enjoy sharing and explaining concepts I understand and helping others appreciate them. Ultimately, through these experiences, I discovered that I deeply enjoy aiding students and enriching their understanding of the subject to the point of witnessing an upward...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Bradley: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...the way I teach to my students' learning styles and make them feel less self-conscious and more confident about making mistakes and explaining their thought process. I am good at convincing my students that they will see more rewards from their persistence. I have worked with several students who were scoring in the seventies on...
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University at Buffalo - Bachelors, Greek and Latin literature
SAT Verbal: 720
Fatimah: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...AP scholar with distinction, and received the NYS Board of Regents Scholarship for Academic Excellence. I also worked for a local test prep company, where I tutored the ACT, SAT, AP and regents subjects. I scored in the 95th percentile on my MCAT and love tutoring for the test. I feel that I can relate...
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Hofstra University 44 BABS-MD Program - Bachelor in Arts, Geography
ACT Composite: 33
Angela: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...like to be the light tower for my students on the endless sea of study. I want to help them to find their own ways to the right place. I will help my students to find their own way to solve problems on certain subject and master techniques of studying certain subjects.... I believe that everyone can be good at school if she/he gets the right teacher.
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Wesleyan College - Bachelors, Theatre and Communication
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Verbal: 750
SAT Writing: 750
Richard: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...College (LIHC) as part of its Social Outreach Committee. This work involves teaching a weekly course called "Fundamentals of Leadership" to a class of middle school students. Overall, I have found my experiences tutoring math to be the most rewarding. In all of these experiences, I have found it is helpful for students to work...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Olga: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
I am currently a student at Macaulay Honors at Brooklyn College, part of the BAMD Program. Teaching has always been a favorite past time of mine, and I tend to excel in science and writing classes. My goal is to help everyone I can with these subjects and more! ... Using positive reinforcement and showing them how they have improved from the beginning.
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CUNY Brooklyn College - Current Undergrad, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Composite (2400 scale): 2300
SAT Math: 760
Casey: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...be psychology, as it is my major and I am personally interested in it. I have been tutoring for the past three years and have found it extremely rewarding for both my students and myself. I am passionate about helping students because for me, there is nothing better than being interested in learning. To be...
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New York University - Current Undergrad, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Rayna: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...graduating senior at the University of Richmond, studying Communications and Media Studies with minors in Business Administration and Film Studies. I've worked as a Writing Consultant and Peer Advisor for the last two years, assisting my classmates with writing skills and career documents. I love helping students reach their full potential and devising fun ways...
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University of Richmond - Current Undergrad, Communications and Media Studies
Boston University - Masters, Television Producing/Management
SAT Writing: 780
GRE Verbal: 166
Megan: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...them by teaching students to recognize common strategies used to confuse test-takers. In my 8 years of tutoring, I have found the "supported challenge" model of engagement is effective for students from elementary through high school. I love to learn, and I draw on that enthusiasm to get all of my students invested in their...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish & International Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 780
Meghna: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...minor in Dance. I have previous tutoring experience in AP Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, for both high school and college age students. My personal teaching philosophy is to lead my sessions with a student-based approach. As a current student myself, I understand the frustrations that we can encounter when working to learn a new subject,...
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Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Chloe: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
My name is Chloe and I am an incoming senior at Case Western Reserve University. I am a BS candidate for Statistics and a BA candidate for Medical Anthropology. Furthermore, I am also a Masters of Public Health student at the graduate school.
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Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Statistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750
John: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...problem-solving (for fun!) and tutoring middle- and high-school students. I have tutored all subjects and strategies for ACT and SAT test prep. I am also the parent of teenagers (boy and girl), who have helped me understand the value of patience and encouragement when tackling high school studies and tests. My personal interests include sports,...
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Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, Literature
Mary: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...Sight Foundation. I was lucky enough to have spent a semester abroad in Paris, capitalizing on the availability of French pastries and museum access. After spending time as a Teaching Assistant for Biology and Organic Chemistry Lab in college, I discovered a passion for teaching. I am currently a full time Teaching Assistant for the...
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University of Rochester - Bachelors, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 35
Adam: Old Lyme tutor
Certified Tutor in Old Lyme, CT
...my peers in Spanish, English, philosophy, math and even music theory. I have also tutored adults in GRE subjects. Since graduation I have been helping Spanish-speaking children in DC with their English and working at a lobbying firm. I tutor in a variety of subjects, focusing on Spanish, English, Math and Standardized Tests. I tutor...
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Denison University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
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