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Max: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...been a teaching assistant for both General Chemistry I and II for two semesters each and have taught CPR, AED, First Aid to Salt Lake City Citizens. I have always enjoyed teaching, specifically being able to teach one-on-one. Connecting with students, making them feel comfortable to express concerns, and then being able to pinpoint and...
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University of Utah - Bachelors, Exercise and Sports Science

Ziyue: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...would incorporate connections to the your interests, teach to the your strengths, and make learning a really fun experience! Learning language can seem like a long task, but I like to set goals and use weekly agenda to improve your general study skills over a short amount of time! I also assign movies and fun...
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Swarthmore College - Current Undergrad, Biology and Art
ACT Math: 32
SAT Math: 740

Rachel: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...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...
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Georgetown University - Bachelors, Human Science; Minor: Math
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Nick: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...encourages my students to not only succeed, but to thrive! I bring an infectious enthusiasm with me to tutoring, so be prepared to get excited to learn a subject you may very well hate! By the time we're done, you'll not only know how to solve problems, but you'll understand the fundamental concepts behind how...
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University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad Student, Physics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Patrick: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...of English you have, I will help figure out the best way for you to learn! I chose to become a Varsity Tutor because I want to make learning enjoyable and I want to help students overcome the challenges they face. Every student has the potential to improve. I want to help unleash that potential....
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University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, International Relations

Kate: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When I'm not working or studying, I...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Masters, Environmental Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Lachlan: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
Hi! I'm a rising Junior at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania studying finance and entrepreneurship. I am passionate about learning and helping students grasp concepts to aid them in their academic journey.
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Economics, Economics

Samantha: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
I am a graduate of UCLA with a major in Physiological Science and a minor in Spanish. This past year, I worked in a third grade math class with City Year New York. I have years of tutoring experience, and I am passionate about learning and working with children.
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Physiolgical Science

Joshua: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...hobby of mine. My philosophy is that even when we are preparing for a standardized exam, we should always be relating the work to your passions, pursuits, and educational goals to make the work that much more meaningful. In my spare time, you'll often find me learning bits of new languages for fun or writing....
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Social Policy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760

Andrea: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
I am looking to help students understand and learn whatever materials they are having trouble with. I have tutored for roughly 2 years while I was in high school. I'm currently in my third year of studying Biomedical Engineering at Drexel University. I would like to aid students in any way possible.... I teach students through examples and problem solving.
Education & Certification
Drexel University - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Math: 31
SAT Math: 740

Emily: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...about the sciences and like to apply concepts I learn in class to real life situations. In my first year of dental school I completed a rigorous biomedical science curriculum including anatomy (with cadaver dissection) and physiology. I received honors in these course and would love to tutor in those subjects as well.
Education & Certification
Villanova University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Dentistry (DDS)

Abby: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about math, science, and college application help. Being the oldest in my family, the application process was very new and overwhelming. Through countless research and helping younger students, I am confident in my knowledge of the application process and my ability to help...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Engineering, Engineering, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 750

Alex: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...at a level the student can understand before progressing to more difficult problems. I have found that this approach allows the student to build up their confidence in the material, which directly translates into a willingness to learn and work hard. In addition, I highly value communication during the tutoring process. This involves keeping parents...
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Drexel University - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
Drexel University - Current Grad Student, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Julie: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...in Philadelphia for the past five years. I have taught reading intervention and seen many of my students make enormous gains. I am in the process of being certified in the Wilson System of reading, which is a rigorous and research based intervention for students of all ages. I am excited to work with students...
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Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Urban Education
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 700

Kimberly: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...an intense, lecture-driven approach is rarely conducive to fostering an atmosphere of curiosity and willingness to try. Therefore, I will regularly solicit feedback, encourage questions, and assess what methods work best for you so that I can adjust my approach accordingly. Having tutored students since high school, I firmly believe that learning and education can...
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 780

Silvi: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...assistance the most, and work from there. I am a published writer and some of my work can be seen in Poetry Quarterly, The Houston Literary Review, Lucid Rhythms and Mad Swirl. I have also freelanced for The Centre Daily Times, State College's independent newspaper: Voices, Demand Media Studios and currently I freelance for oDesk.
Education & Certification
Penn State University - Bachelors, Human Development Family Studies, English
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Masters of Social Work

Claire: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
Hi! My name is Claire and I'm excited about the opportunity to work with you! I graduated from Amherst College in 2015 with a degree chemistry and plan to matriculate to medical school this August. I'm comfortable tutoring elementary- through college-level science, math, English and Spanish and have significant test-prep experience, including SAT, AP and...
Education & Certification
Amherst College - Bachelors, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Kathryn: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...from the University of Cincinnati, in Cincinnati, OH. I have Pennsylvania State Certification in Elementary Education, Middle Years Mathematics, and Language Arts for 7-12th grades. I taught in the public schools for several decades in middle school and elementary grades. I love to spend time with young people and help them become successful in their...
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University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Philosophy
Chestnut Hill College - Masters, Education

Patricia: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...my tutoring success because I understand the basics that support a platform of literacy: elements such as the ABCs, sensible but flexible grammar, coherent sentence structure and functional parts of speech. My recent studies at Temple provided the latest research and theory in rhetoric, linguistics and the newest forms of digital literacy. Moreover, my recent...
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Seung: Swarthmore tutor
Certified Tutor in Swarthmore, PA
...students. I can help you perform your best on your math tests, whether it be the SAT or an exam in school. I graduated with a BA in philosophy, was on track to medical school, worked in a corporate setting, and am now a graduate student of theology. I have a very diverse background and...
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Westminster Theological Seminary - Current Grad, M.Div.
SAT Math: 800
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Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, is a borough located in Delaware County. The borough has a population of approximately 7,000. Swarthmore was originally named Westdale, but the name was changed due to the local college of the same name.
Located in the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, Strath Haven High School serves Swarthmore and is ranked among the top ten schools in the state. If you are looking for private tutoring, whether in-home or online, you may enjoy working with Swarthmore tutors. Their instruction and test prep could take you far. To potentially improve your score on that important exam, take advantage of an online and in-person tutoring session with a Swarthmore tutor who is skilled in test prep for students at all levels. Located within the borough, Swarthmore College offers residents higher education opportunities. Just 11 miles away, Philadelphia offers several other options for colleges or universities. Saint Joseph's University and the University of Pennsylvania are just two of the schools available in the big city. To try to create an edge on the competition and put yourself in a position to get into the best schools, you can work with a Swarthmore, PA, tutor who specializes in private test prep tutoring and instruction, both online and in-home.
Swarthmore College houses the Scott Arboretum, available for residents to enjoy. Visit the arboretum for a guided tour and learn about the many plants growing there. After your tour, you can stop by the Horticultural Library and view the garden books available there. The arboretum also offers educational activities including lectures, conferences, workshops, classes, and trips. The borough offers several youth camps to keep the kids busy during the summer months, including soccer camp, tennis camp, bocce ball camp, Shakespeare Camp, preschool day camp, and Summer Club Day Camp.
For daily fun, Swarthmore offers six parks throughout the borough. Thatcher Park offers a safe environment for young children and is also referred to as the Tot Lot. The park is completely fenced in and features a playground and swing set. Little Crum Creek Park is the largest park in the borough and is located along the banks of Little Crum Creek. The park offers a view of the wetlands that were restored by the local Environmental Advisory Council for resident enjoyment. For inside fun, the Swarthmore Public Library offers children's programs and family events year-round.
Is your goal to attend one of the nearby colleges or universities? A tutor in Swarthmore, PA, is available to potentially help you improve in all of your classes.
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