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David: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...doesn't feel like work. I endeavor to interest students in any topic (but especially math) by giving them a sense of a larger context. In particular, I love to bring college-level math concepts to students in a way anyone can understand, which often demonstrates WHY the math they're doing matters. It also shows that math...
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Oberlin College - Bachelors, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Samuel: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...math minor. STEM education was very important to me in my own schooling and I believe every student should try to study STEM subjects. In teaching algebra, calculus, and physics, I like to go in depth with the material to ensure students really understand why the material works. There is a certain beauty in science...
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Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Viola: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...understanding of the material thus far; this was beneficial because I could usually monitor when a child would get confused thus understanding when I had to focus on certain material. I, too, was a child who was too nervous to stop my teachers/tutors anytime I would get confused which is why I think it is...
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New York University - Current Undergrad, Computer Science
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Science: 32
Susie: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...time tutoring peers and elementary/middle school children in Chester, PA, volunteering at local hospice facilities and at HUP (Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania), and doing research at the Cleveland Clinic. I have also tutored abroad in Korea in standardized test prep like SAT, MCAT, and SAT II. In my free time, I enjoy dancing...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Ben : Portage Lakes tutor
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...from elementary science to trigonometry test prep, but my foremost strength is the three sections of the SAT. I have roughly three years of experience tutoring and last year taught a test prep class. My approach to tutoring is to identify a students strengths and build upon them through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis. Additionally,...
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Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 790
Vishal: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...for the twigs and leaves to hang onto. As students progress through their studies, a solid conceptual core will be necessary for further learning. It is my goal to help my students to establish this core. As a student myself, I understand how frustrating school and standardized testing can sometimes be. My own experiences inform...
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Cornell University - Current Undergrad Student, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Alastair: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...motivation I have to teach. In my spare time, I am constantly trying to help myself acquire new skills and to expand my intellectual foundation, whether that be through reading novels, learning languages or perusing academic journals. I know firsthand how valuable tutoring is, as it was crucial in helping me develop an Ivy League-caliber...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
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...worked with undergraduate students in a variety of sciences including general chemistry, genetics, and physics. I look forward to working with students of all ages and expanding my subject areas to topics outside the sciences, such as mathematics and test preparation (ACT, MCAT, et al). I firmly believe education is the key to success and...
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College of St Scholastica - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Case Western Reserve University - Master of Science, Medical Physiology
ACT Math: 33
Maxwell: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
I want to help students understand math and science on a deeper level and build good mathematical and scientific intuition. I work closely with my students to find ways to teach that best complement their learning style.... I want to help students understand that learning for its own sake is more important than learning for any grade, test, or assignment.
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Mathematics and Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 730
Jillian: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...companies in the Westchester area. I began tutoring during my sophomore year, about three years ago. I have had experience tutoring in major core subjects found in most High School curriculums, I am most passionate and confident while teaching Mathematic and Science subjects including Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Geometry, Calculus and Chemistry. Education, I believe, is...
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Manhattanville College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Jeanne: Portage Lakes tutor
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...I gained a love of data analysis. Because of that, I completed a post-baccalaureate program at Cleveland State University last year, and next August I will be going to graduate school for an MPH in epidemiology. I???ve been accepted to Emory and University of Michigan-Ann Arbor so far, and I???m waiting on the other schools...
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Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Vinay: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...Practice from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, a B.S. in Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology, and a B.S. in Mathematics-Economics (both from UCLA). In addition, I have scored in the 99th percentile on the SAT, ACT, and GMAT exams and scored in the 95th percentile on the MCAT. I really enjoy working...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Molecular Cell and Developmental Biology and Mathematics-Economics
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master in Public Health Administration, MPA in Developmental Practice
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Nikhil: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...a passion for science and enjoy teaching its wonders to others. In high school, I was also very interested in the social sciences and I like to keep myself up to date on current affairs. I want to share my love of learning with all of you and hope to focus on understanding material instead...
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Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Shanti: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...My favorite subjects to teach are English language and Italian language. There is something about helping others achieve their goals of communicating in another language that brings me joy. As a lover of travel and culture, languages naturally fascinate me. My teaching philosophy is strongly based on elicitation and helping students arrive at the answer...
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American University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Gregory: Portage Lakes tutor
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During my career in various fields, I have always been a trainer or teacher in some capacity. I derive great satisfaction during the process of explaining and helping others learn something new. Knowledge gives others more control over their destiny.
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Chicago State University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Notre Dame of Ohio - Bachelor of Education, Science Teacher Education
Melanie: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...which is why I tutor all ages. My methods include a variety of exercises and assignments that cater to everyone's needs. I work with as much authentic material as possible in order to give students a real world experience in the language. I am a very skilled, educated teacher and have experience working in the...
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University of Toledo - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
John Carroll University - Masters in Education, Foreign Language Teacher Education
Christy: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...am currently working on my PhD in Epidemiology, and I am writing my dissertation at this time. I have been teaching for over 10 years in the areas of microbiology, immunology, and anatomy. Subjects that I tutor include microbiology, immunology, biology, epidemiology, and anatomy. The subjects that I specialize in and have the most experience...
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East Tennessee State University - Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications and Health Education
Wright State University-Main Campus - Master of Science, Microbiology and Immunology
Connor: Portage Lakes tutor
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Hi, my name is Connor, and I am a Calculus, Trigonometry, Algebra, and Physics tutor. I believe in teaching by implementing problem solving skills and thought processes in my students.
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Kent State University at Kent - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Timothy: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...am rated Highly Qualified and have an evaluation rating of Skilled. I am licensed in the State of Ohio in the following areas: 5 Year Professional License Education of the Handicapped (K-12)-Specific Learning Disabled, Developmentally Handicapped, Severe Behavior Handicapped. Although I am a Special Education teacher, my school employs a Full-Inclusion model. This means that...
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Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Education, Special Education
Ohio University-Main Campus - Masters in Education, Higher Education Administration
Maya : Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...international honor society Beta Gamma Sigma. When I was pursuing my degree, I was chosen by my Accounting Professor to tutor accounting courses such as Financial Accounting and Managerial Accounting at the Learning Center of the university. I tutored a single and a group of students who had difficulties in their accounting courses. Having the...
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Lebanese American University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
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