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Arvin: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...a sophomore at Rice University and intending to major in Bioengineering with a minor in Global Health Technologies. I am also planning on going to med school. My favorite subject to teach is math and editing essays is forte of mine as well. I do my very best to help all of my students.... I'd start off by asking what the student is interested in, in both subject and extracurricular. Then, I'd ask what he/she wants...
Education & Certification
Rice University - Bachelors, Bioengineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

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.
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Mathematics and Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 730

Vinay: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...the SAT, ACT, and GMAT exams and scored in the 95th percentile on the MCAT. I really enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds and believe all students are capable of learning and being successful with the right approach to education. I would love the chance to discuss in more detail what kind...
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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

David: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...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 can be just plain cool, which...
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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
...a 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...
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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
...excitement once he/she has grasped it. In order for a child to succeed, it is key that they are helped through this frustration stage so that they can regain the confidence to tackle any problem put before them. I found it very important to not only help the children I tutored to rebuild their confidence,...
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New York University - Current Undergrad, Computer Science
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Science: 32

Rahul: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...Magna Cum Laude. Over the past several years, I have worked with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences tutoring thermodynamics (my personal favorite), chemistry, and math. I have also tutored in the past for ACT/SAT and other subjects such as history, but I am deeply passionate about science and engineering. I tend to push my...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Sherman: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...not you can teach it to someone who may not be familiar with the subject matter. This a great challenge, but I enjoy it. I love to see the look on a person's face when they "get it." I have also found that I too learn new things about the subject that I may not...
Education & Certification
Dillard University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Health Sciences - Unknown, Naturopathy

Glen: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...molecules; the knowledge of which all later chemistry subjects rely upon. In my experience teaching and tutoring, a mixture of conceptual discussions and problem solving has been most effective for helping struggling students. In addition, I have found that relating chemistry concepts and problems to topics that are familiar in our everyday lives is a...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Master of Science, Chemistry

Ben : Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...to tutoring is to identify a students strengths and build upon them through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis. Additionally, having just gone through the college admissions process, I am privy to its length and complexity so can lend advice on anything, namely essays. I have plenty of experience writing and have been published in a...
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Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 790

Ryan: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...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 am fortunate to have the opportunity...
Education & Certification
College of St Scholastica - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Case Western Reserve University - Master of Science, Medical Physiology
ACT Math: 33

Emma: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...addition to my studies in college, I was DUMB (a proud member of the Duke University Marching Band) and I conducted research on Hawaiian monk seals. In the future, I hope to participate in more field work with marine mammals and eventually become a professor, so I look forward to incorporating tutoring into my educational...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Alastair: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...I am extremely passionate about the process of learning - the philosophy of teaching, the value of academic discussion, the development of a true appreciation for the classroom and for intellectual advancement. I believe my track record as a successful student - as someone who has had a strong first year in the Ivy League,...
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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

Jeanne: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...in test prep, I make sure students have all the important strategies down. I try and build camaraderie with my students, making sure they feel comfortable and realize that I too went through the stressful process of school, whether it be junior high, high school, or college. When I am not working or in school,...
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Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35

Ian: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
Hello! My name is Ian Kinnaman. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years and I have a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Youngstown State University. I have worked with students aged 5-20 and would love to work with you!
Education & Certification
Youngstown State University - Bachelor of Education, Music Teacher Education

Sidney: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
I aim to help you achieve your goals by evaluating your current level in a given subject, and developing a solid game plan from there. I want to learn how you learn, in order to come up with a good strategy for improving your understanding of the subject (s) in question.
Education & Certification
Carleton College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Sarah: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...the different learning styles of students, and can break concepts down to a basic level using multiple approaches. I use various multimedia to assist me, including audio, visual, video clips, and construction of models. Once I acquire my master's degree, I will pursue my dream of being a college professor. I have a very student-centric...
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University of Akron - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Eileen: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
I've spent a lot of years teaching and working in manufacturing. I find I love teaching even more than I love documentation. I believe that anyone can learn, and I'd love to help you with what you need.
Education & Certification
University of Toledo - Bachelor in Arts, Music Performance
University of Alaska - Anchorage - Master of Arts, General Literature

Joseph: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
...and participating in programming for both adults and children. I prefer one-on-one tutoring and enjoy engaging my students with fun and challenging works. I like to apply literature and philosophy to real world situations to allow my students to fully understand the relevance and necessity of knowing and using literacy skills in their everyday lives....
Education & Certification
Hiram College - Bachelors, English and Philosophy
GRE Verbal: 165

Nicholas: Portage Lakes tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage Lakes, OH
As a future math tutor, my two main goals are to help students fully understand mathematics and to work on breaking down the negative stereotype math has.
Education & Certification
Cleveland State University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
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