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Ade: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...and adaptable to each and every student. I am truly dedicated to helping my students reach their goals and thus invest much of my time and energy into ensuring my students' academic and personal success. I truly believe that anyone can succeed if given the proper steps! Although I love math and science, in my spare time I love to play sports competitively. I played club basketball throughout college and was heavily involved in my...
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Yale University - Bachelors, Biology, African Studies
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

Claire: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...and students with severe learning disabilities. I love working with students of all ages and abilities because every student is interesting in his or her own way, and I believe that it is only by getting to know a student's unique qualities and interests that I can be the most effective teacher. Outside of teaching, I am trying to learn as much about cheese as I possibly can, and hope to one day become a...
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Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, French & Linguistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Alexander: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...with a passion for teaching science and for helping students conquer standardized tests. Since I began working as a physics, math, and SAT tutor with Varsity Tutors in 2011, I've found it incredibly rewarding to help my students develop sustainable study habits and realize their academic potential. I believe that a student's performance is largely influenced by their weekly study routine, and I make it a priority to help my students figure out a process...
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Amherst College - Bachelor in Arts, Architecture; Environmental Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800

James: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...first seventeen years of my life by my mother, a certified teacher, in the Seton curriculum. Summer vacations consisted of camping trips to sites such as Gettysburg and Colonial Williamsburg, which contributed to my lifelong appreciation of history. This education was supplemented by courses at Gloucester County College, from which I graduated with an Associates Degree (A.A) in Arts and Sciences. I then transferred to St. Bonaventure University, graduating magna cum laude in 2010 with...
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St. Bonaventure University - Bachelor in Arts, History
Drew University - Masters, American History & Culture

Rachel: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...graduate originally from San Diego, CA. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Human Science, and I graduated with Honors with Distinction. While at Georgetown, I completed the pre-medical track and minored in Math. I'm an experienced standardized test taker, and I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic potential! I have tutored elementary school through college students in reading comprehension, math, SAT prep, and chemistry, and even started an afterschool engineering program for...
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Georgetown University - Bachelors, Human Science; Minor: Math
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Michelle: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...with a large love and enthusiasm for all things German. Starting with German 1 in 8th grade, I then participated in a foreign exchange program, AFS, and studied abroad during my junior year of high school and lived with a Host Family in 2006-2007. I continued to study the German language and culture all the way through college and graduated from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania in 2012 with a major in German Communication and Culture....
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Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, German Communication and Culture

Ryan: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...thankful for the opportunity to help anyone, and being a tutor excites me for that reason. The reason I want to be a giving and helpful person is for the majority of my early life I have experienced and seen so many negative things from others. From these negative experiences, a part of me has grown to want to help others because I never want anyone to feel as I did. That's also the reason...
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Rutgers New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Mary: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester MA. There I received my Bachelor's of Arts in Classics (that is, Latin and ancient Greek literature) with a concentration in Peace & Conflict Studies; right now I'm taking classes to ready myself for grad school for Psychology. During undergrad, I tutored Latin for the Classics Honors Society and volunteered as an ESL teacher. After graduating, I moved to Spain and built on my volunteer experience by...
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College of the Holy Cross - Bachelor in Arts, Classics (Latin and Greek languages)
GRE Quantitative: 165
GRE Verbal: 170

Kathy: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...of educational experience. I began my career as a youth counselor helping to cultivate workforce development and recreational programming for the Buffalo Urban League in Buffalo, New York. In that work I recognized that my passion was grounded in providing quality learning opportunities for at-risk students. I made the transition to the education sector through my participation in Teach for America where I served as a classroom and inclusion teacher. The bulk of my teacher...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Communication
University of Pennsylvania - PHD, Education leadership

Marilyn: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
I am currently working as a Medical Assistant for a dermatologist. I am in the process of applying to medical school. I was a Biology major in college. I love working with people. I hope to be a good tutor and to help my students achieve their goals! I am always open to feedback and suggestions on how to be a better tutor. ... Making it simpler and easier to understand. Break down the concepts! Drawing...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Biological Basis of Behavior
Drexel University - Masters, Interdisciplinary Health Sciences

Ali : Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...in 2012 with a degree in Spanish and Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). I have taught various levels of language learners all over the world: elementary students in Spain, young adults in Taiwan, and adult ESL classes in the United States. I am also still a language student as I am teaching myself medically-based Spanish vocabulary. I understand learning a new language is difficult and requires a different style of instruction,...
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Manchester University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish/ TESOL

Elana: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...Arts degree from West Chester University of Pennsylvania. I majored in English with a concentration in Writing. I minored in Creative Writing and became part of the Honors College Seminar Program. I am experienced with tutoring Spanish. I have also tutored writing for an Academic Development Program. I completed three levels of Tutor training and became a Master Certified Tutor. I chose to continue to tutor after college because I am extremely passionate about tutoring...
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West Chester University of PA - Bachelor in Arts, English

Sean: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
I am a health and behavior researcher and educator. I love teaching, public health, and psychology! I have taught many subjects including statistics and epidemiology to students of all backgrounds. I love helping people, and meeting them where they are in terms of knowledge, understanding, and comfort. Each person has strengths, and they can be applied to almost any subject. The challenge for tutors is to help connect each students' strengths with the subject matter.
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Temple University - PHD, Public Health

Ezekiel: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...is always another question to prompt a new level of understanding. That is the outlook that gives me enthusiasm as a mentor. I have enjoyed watching smiles catch on each time that enough guidance leads a student to new realizations, and have been fortunate enough to see this happen regularly as first a US Peace Corps educator in Lesotho and then a substitute teacher/aid in the SAU 24 school district of New Hampshire. I received...
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Northeastern University - Bachelors, Mathematics

Emily: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...College, where I majored in physics and mathematics. While I was in college, I worked as a teacher's assistant for various math and physics classes. By working as a teacher's assistant I gained experience in the classroom, in smaller help sessions, through one-on-one tutoring, and also by grading homework assignments. Before college, I worked as a piano teacher throughout high school, as well as tutoring a few students in math. Now I offer tutoring in...
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Houghton College - Bachelors, Mathematics

Aja: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...and I am passionate about teaching learners of all ages. I studied Spanish Literature and Elementary Education at University and taught in a Montessori school for one year before deciding to follow my dreams of becoming a professional photographer. I went back to school, started my own business, and spent the last four years traveling the world, taking on numerous photography projects. My clients have ranged from nuns to brides, to motorcycle tour agencies. The...
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The Catholic University of America - Bachelors, Spanish Literature/ Latin American Studies

Dr. Woods: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...Walden University (PhD, Public Policy; Administration), Cairn University (MS, Organizational Leadership), and Bates College (BA, Psychology). I have tutored and mentored students from pre-school through graduate school in a variety of subjects. I am enthusiastic about reading comprehension, a broad range of writing styles, dissertation writing, organization and study skills, leadership and business subjects, social sciences, and research, and other subjects. I am also comfortable working with people diagnosed with disabilities. Learning is a process...
Education & Certification
Bates College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Cairn University - Master of Science, Organizational Leadership
Walden University - Doctor of Philosophy, Public Administration

Melissa: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...firsthand how difficult it can be to speak up and actually use what you know. I want to foster confidence in students ability to speak and listen to German by giving them plenty of time to practice with me and in turn allow them to meet their educational goals. Not only can students learn the ins and outs of the German language but I can show them insights into Austrian or German culture and traditions.
Education & Certification
Pdagogische Hochschule Linz - Bachelors, Elementary Education

Theresa: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
I've been tutoring and teaching for over 5 years, specializing in English Language Arts. Recently , I managed a tutoring studio where I was able to match tutors with students. I enjoy the rewards that come with helping a student realize their potential. I believe in the personalized learning of every student. In addition to educational pursuits, I enjoy cooking and traveling. ... I believe that students should be supported and guided by their teacher so...
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Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, English

Regan: Springfield tutor
Certified Tutor in Springfield, PA
...and legal professional, I care deeply about the humanities and social sciences and how they are taught to develop scholars and citizens. I've taught in college part-time for almost 20 years, including at Rutgers and community college. I've also taught graduate students in clinical education programs. My education includes three higher education degrees--BA summa cum laude from Rutgers, JD from Boston Univ. and a Master's from UPenn. I am a published constitutional lawyer, currently inactive,...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelors, Double Maj: Polic Sci & Africana Stds
University of Pennsylvania Boston Univ School of Law - Masters, Masters of Liberal Arts; Constitutional Law Juris Doctor
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Springfield, Pennsylvania, is a township in Delaware County, with a population of just over 24,000 people. The township is a suburb of Philadelphia, which is around 10 miles away. The first European settlers in the area were Quakers who arrived with William Penn, for whom Pennsylvania is named. The town was recognized as its own governmental entity in 1686.
Public schools in Springfield fall into the Springfield School District, which features three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. With Philadelphia so close, secondary school students like you can find great college education very close to home. You could work to get ahead of the competition by taking advantage of tutoring in Springfield, PA. Professional in-person or online tutoring in Springfield is a great way to work to improve in your class or test prep. With the help of a tutor in Springfield, you can raise your grade point average, learn better test-taking strategies, and work on essay-writing and college entrance applications with tutors who have insight into the process. Some of the best colleges in Philadelphia include Thomas Jefferson University, the Curtis Institute of Music, and Drexel University. Swarthmore College is one of the leading colleges in the country, and it is right outside Springfield. With Springfield, PA, tutoring in-home or online, you could potentially increase your odds of getting into these top schools, especially through private instruction for test prep.
Although Springfield is right outside a major urban area, there are still plenty of attractions in the suburb itself. The Tyler Arboretum and the Chanticleer Estate offer year-round outdoor beauty with a touch of history. Hedgerow Theatre produces a full season of excellent productions, featuring local and national actors. And of course, just a few miles away, Philadelphia offers exciting historic sites and renowned museums. Some of these include the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University, and the Mutter Museum. Of course, there is also Independence National Historical Park, which houses both the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Film buffs will love the Rocky Steps, the long flight of stairs featured in the first "Rocky" movie.
Private tutoring in Springfield, PA, is available both online or in-home to help you with general course instruction or test prep. With the help of a tutor in Springfield, you can learn to love subjects that were once difficult for you, improve your grades and test scores, and get into a great post-secondary school.
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