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Kenneth: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...Brown University and my Ph.D. in immunology at the University of California, Berkeley. I have been teaching both introductory and advanced biology courses at the University of Maryland, College Park for over 10 years. For fun I enjoy reading science fiction, doing crossword puzzles, swing and ballroom dancing, and playing ultimate frisbee.... I try to bring a broad perspective to my teaching. If one approach doesn't click, then another might. I also try to make personal...
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Brown University - Bachelors, Biochemistry
University of California-Berkeley - PHD, Molecular and Cell Biology

Massiel: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...school and pursue public interest law. My little brother (7 years my junior) was my first tutoring buddy and assures even today that I get to help build a science fair project board every year. I was also a camp counselor for three summers caring for on average twenty children ages 5-10. Then I began...
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University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Human and Social Development, International Studies, and Philosophy

Yoonsik: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...Those are just like clean sheets of papers I can draw anything I like. I really like to help young people to achieve their full capacities with my long experience of teaching. I am very patient and good at explaining complex concepts in simple terms. I am looking forward to meeting students who need my...
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Seoul National University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
University of Pennsylvania - Doctor of Philosophy, Atomic and Molecular Physics

Hailu Getachew: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...and confidence in their studies. I use practical examples and tools to help students connect theory with real-world applications. Whether you're preparing for exams, tackling challenging subjects, or seeking to improve your skills, I am here to support your academic journey. Together, we can achieve your goals and make learning a rewarding experience.
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Michigan State University - Doctor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Ben: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...nature, cooking, eating, dancing, playing music, reading, and solving puzzles and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency whose values I share and whose work I love. My goal as a tutor is to help students...
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Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Marketing
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700
GRE Verbal: 164

Brooke: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...professor! I also used to work at a Sylvan Learning Center, where I tutored K-12 and college students, and as a substitute teacher for K-12 classrooms. My specialty is psychology and statistics, but I have also taught Spanish, reading and writing, math, and study skills. I look forward to working with you!
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Doctor of Science, Psychology

Zachary: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...teaching/tutoring style to meet student needs. This includes: being patient with students as they work through problems in their own way, being resourceful and prepared in order to respond to students' questions as they arise, and being enthusiastic with the subject material so as to maintain the students' interest. With these traits and characteristics as...
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Wake Forest University - Bachelors, Mathematics
North Carolina State at Raleigh - Master of Science, Mathematics
North Carolina State University at Raleigh - PHD, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 730
SAT Writing: 720

Annie: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...During my time there, I tutored students at the local middle and high school. I have experience tutoring in middle school English, math, and science, and high school English, social studies, and essay revision. My favorite part of tutoring is helping a student figure out how to connect their real passions to the schoolwork that's...
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Williams College - Bachelors, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 780

Rahul: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...(The Math Honors Society). I tutored students primarily in Mathematics ranging from different subjects such as Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus I, Calculus II. I have also tutored in Economics and Physics, but I definitely most passionate about Mathematics. In my experience helping students prepare for the SAT, I primarily focus on teaching the Math and...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750

Matt: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...full-time as a test-prep instructor for over 7 years and have absolutely loved it! It has always been very gratifying for me to help students develop academically and improve their performances on important tests like the LSAT and SAT. I have an excellent academic record and have done very well on standardized tests such as...
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William and Mary - Bachelors, Psychology and Philosophy Double Major
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Christopher: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...I believe I am able to connect with students more easily and understand their perspective when approaching difficult topics. I am patient with my students and always do my preparation before a lesson so that my time with the student is efficient. I strive to not only teaching the material in an effective manner, but...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Neurobiology & Physiology

Parisa: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...with my students on various subjects, including writing, economics, math, and standardized testing. Some qualifications: I recently took the LSAT and scored a 180 after intensive independent study. I am very committed to helping other students increase their scores, as I fully understand the challenges of the test and I know that it can be...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Politics Honors and Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 780

William: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
I love working with students. I find it an exciting challenge because there are so many ways to be successful at it and I am looking forward to exploring as many ways as possible to help students learn.... There is no such thing as a bad student. There are only unmotivated ones and it is a teacher and tutor's responsibility to motivate them to learn.
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Morgan State University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics

Miriam: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...math, and science skills for four years, following them up through the 6th grade. During college I also began working for the Duke Peer Tutoring program to tutor fellow students. I was a biology major and taking premed classes, so I tutored subjects such as organic chemistry, physics, general chemistry, and Spanish. I also volunteered...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, M.D.

Aleena: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...am passionate about learning and I want students to have that same passion so they can reach their true potential and not let academics stand in the way of a bright future. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but my strengths include standardized tests and writing, which can make a huge impact upon a...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biopsychology, cognition, and Neuroscience
Case Western Reserve University - Master of Science, Physiology
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 32

Zac: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
I am a recent graduate from an international relations masters program. I am especially qualified to teach students in the social sciences. ... My teaching philosophy is to encourage questions and open discussion. I feel that active learning, where students are making the connections themselves is the most beneficial to them. Having a friendly and relaxed space for learning is important to me as well.
Education & Certification
St Johns University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Tufts University - Masters, Security Studies and Pacific Asia
GRE Verbal: 163

DaQuan: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...a background in NYC foster homes and experience in urban poverty, I use public policy research and human rights advocacy to equip young people, marginalized communities, nonprofit practitioners, as well as public and private sector representatives with the tools to change social and economic conditions. My studies at Johns Hopkins University focused on international public...
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Johns Hopkins University - Master's/Graduate, International Relations
Howard University - Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.), African Studies
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Manushi: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...within the United States and globally, usually ages elementary school to high school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Spanish, test prep, Writing, and History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, International Relations
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Verbal: 760

Daeyong: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...organization called Pyoneers that directly teaches programming to hundreds of students. We have held a combination of virtual and in-person lessons, resulting in semester long workshops at local middle schools. I am also the President of our school's National Math Honor Society, an organization dedicated to promoting the education and enjoyment of math to younger...
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Alex: Shady Side tutor
Certified Tutor in Shady Side, MD
...not everything can be taught purely in this fashion, I try to make my lessons focus on principles and processes, creating a deeper understanding of the facts presented in class or in the textbook. I find that this technique works very well with math and physics, where understanding the theory is often the key to...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Georgetown University - Master of Arts, Conflict Resolution
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770
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