Top Tutors serving Pittsburgh

Dong: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
Reading is one of my hobbies, learning is my passion. To share knowledge with each other makes me happy! So, teaching became my first job in my long career. Now, in my spare time, I want to continue to pursue my love of learning and teaching with people who seek help but can also help me gain life's experience one way or the other. Let's team up and learn to make our life more beautiful!...
Education & Certification
Shenyang Teachers Univeristy - Bachelor in Arts, English
Duquesne University - Master of Arts, English and history

Justin: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...understanding and solving of a problem. With this in mind, the thing I stress the most in my teaching is that being open to different perspectives and expressing your thoughts is key in opening the door to a deeper understanding in any area of study or life. I am always up for a good conversation, especially about T.V shows (Buffy the Vampire Slayer anyone!?) and music ( I am a huge Indie music fan). In...
Education & Certification
Duquesne University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Laurie: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
My name is Laurie Brierton and I have been a special education teacher for 20 years. I have a master's + 45 degree and I am also nationally board certified as an exceptional needs specialist. I also hold a Wilson Reading System Level 1 Certificate and have earned recognition as a Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner. My areas of certification on my WV teaching certificate include: Elementary Education, Multi-Categorical (LD, BD, MI), Autism, and Preschool Special Needs....
Education & Certification
PennWest - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Texas A & M University-Commerce - Masters in Education, Special Education

Tatiana: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
I am a sophomore biology student at the University of Pittsburgh. Ever since high school, I have loved studying biology, both molecular and ecological. I have extensive experience in tutoring for AP Biology and have taken introductory biology, ecology, and genetics at the college level. I have also picked up a minor in western European history, another of my passions. My main focus of study is the history of Ireland and Northern Ireland with special...
Education & Certification
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800

Theresa: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
I graduated magna cum laude with a BA in Political Science from Thomas More College of Liberal Arts in New England. I am blessed to have done three semesters abroad, the last at the Jagiellonian Universitys School for Polish Language and Culture in Krakow, Poland where the high quality of teaching has been a great example for me in my own teaching. I volunteered for two years as a teachers assistant in an ESL class...
Education & Certification
Thomas More College of Liberal Arts - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Master of Arts, Applied Linguistics

Nataliya: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...a volunteer Russian teacher at the local church. Now I focus on online teaching and enjoy seeing students' progress from beginners to fluent speakers. Teaching Russian isn't just my job it's my passion! I'm dedicated to making learning Russian a fun and rewarding experience. I use engaging materials, including authentic resources, interactive exercises, games, and colorful visuals. I simplify grammar to make it easy to understand and tailor my lessons to fit each student's unique...
Education & Certification
Taganrog State Pedagigical Institute - Master of Arts, Russian Studies

Cleo: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
I am told that when you have taken away what you are known for, whatever is left is whom you are. If my academic accolades, research, teaching experience in both academic and professional settings, volunteer service, and clinical experience are removed, you will find a life-long learner that embraces the opportunity to serve others. I enjoy teaching, not just school-related subjects, but sports, games, etc.; I enjoy being there learning with you! I am attending...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
Case Western Reserve University - Doctor of Medical Dentistry, Predentistry

Ting: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
I am a native-born Chinese woman who is fully acclimated to American culture. While living in the United States, I taught Mandarin Chinese to high school students using remote computer technology as part of my graduate school education. Upon returning to China to complete my Master of Education, I taught Mandarin Chinese to international graduate students. After graduation from Wuhan University, I was employed by Sannew School where I taught Chinese, Mandarin Chinese and Chinese...
Education & Certification
Wuhan University - Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Studies
Wuhan University - Master of Arts, Chinese Studies

Christopher: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...that anyone can understand. I've been tutoring students, primarily in mathematics, on and off since I was a high-school student. I started by tutoring family friends in Geometry, Trigonometry, and Algebra, and eventually began working as a Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS) Leader and Peer Tutor for Engineering Dynamics and other engineering- and physics-related courses during my undergraduate studies. During my graduate degree, I have served as an Assistant in Instruction (AI) for several undergraduate...
Education & Certification
University of Alabama at Huntsville - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
Princeton University - Current Grad Student, Applied Physics
GRE Quantitative: 162
GRE Verbal: 169

Emily: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
I tutor ESL, ELA, and math in grades K-8. I have a bachelor of science degree in Biology and a TESOL certificate.
Education & Certification
University of Utah - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Audrey: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
I am an experienced nurse educator with a passion for helping nurses put the pieces together and ultimately succeed in obtaining their diploma and licensure.
Education & Certification
Carlow University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Carlow University - Current Grad Student, Nursing (RN)

Portia: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
I graduated with my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Akron in 2018. It was during my time there that I found my love for working with students, volunteering at an after school program helping with homework. After graduating I continued working in the classroom with students having various academic needs. I remember how frustrating and challenging it can be to not fully understand certain subjects in school, and it is my goal...
Education & Certification
University of Akron Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania - Master in Public Health, Environmental Health

Elizabeth: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
You learn best what you love best. That's about as philosophical as I get when it comes to tutoring. Take me, for example. I love students. I love watching their eyes light up when they "get it" for the first time. I love discovering their little quirks, what makes them tick, and what gets them pumped about life. Essentially, I love learning about YOU. That's what I'm here for - I'm excited to learn about...
Education & Certification
Columbia International University - Bachelors, Intercultural Studies & Bible

Kayla: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
Hello! My name is Kayla, and I am prospective elementary school teacher! I am entering into my senior year at Duquesne University with a major in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Spanish. I have experiences tutoring in various subjects, and am very passionate about helping others learn! Although my certification area is early childhood, I am able and willing to work with students of all ages in various content areas!
Education & Certification
Duquesne University - Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Education

Zora: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
I am a rising junior at the University of Pittsburgh. Currently, I'm studying in a 5 year dual-degree, dual certificate program called CASE (Combined Accelerated Studies in Education) to receive a bachelor's in Applied Developmental Psychology, a master's in education, a teaching certificate in PK-4th General Education, and a teaching certificate in PK-8th Special Education. I am also a Spanish minor and completing my certificate in Children's Literature. My future plan is to become an...
Education & Certification
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Gabriela: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
Hello! My name is Gaby and I am passionate about teaching. I love to see others strive and be able to communicate in different languages so they can engage with different cultures. I have studied in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, France and Canada so I love the cultural experience you get through others. I have an International Business Major and a Masters Degree in Business Administration and my favorite subject to teach is Spanish because...
Education & Certification
Tecnologico de Monterrey - Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business
EUDE Business School - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Nit: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
I've worked as a tutor for about 8 years. I have a BS in Biology, BA in Political Science, and minors in Chemistry and Studio Arts. I'll be attending medical school in the fall.
Education & Certification
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Antony: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
...history, my favorite subject to tutor is Latin. I absolutely love the language and love the opportunity to help others uncover the vast richness of literature written in Latin. Being an older and almost exclusively written language, Latin is not an easy subject for which to innovate teaching methods. There is, however, an opportunity to expand on traditional teaching methods by incorporating some of the advances made in teaching modern languages, primarily by using more...
Education & Certification
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelors, Classics & History
Kings College London - Masters, Classics

Varun: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
As a junior Neuroscience major with History and Chemistry minors at the University of Pittsburgh, I am aware of the highs and lows of the learning process having experienced them myself, and thus, I am equipped with the techniques required to help a student understand certain material. Currently, I am a teaching assistant for General Chemistry 1 and 2 labs, and in the past, I have served as a teaching assistant for Foundations of Biology...
Education & Certification
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 32

PJ: Pittsburgh tutor
Certified Tutor in Pittsburgh, PA
My belief is that all students of all levels and types are capable of learning. It is just a matter of putting in the effort and taking the correct approach. In some cases it is a matter of putting together a series of small victories and gains before reaching the ultimate goal, but all students can get there!
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Duquesne University - Masters, Secondary Mathematics
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