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Kenneth: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
I earned my undergraduate degree in biochemistry at 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...
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Brown University - Bachelors, Biochemistry
University of California-Berkeley - PHD, Molecular and Cell Biology

Malcolm: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...to the United States in mid-2013, I have taught SAT Prep for a local nonprofit, worked as a copy editor for the Italian branch of Google Ads, and performed a year of national service with the City of Philadelphia through AmeriCorps VISTA. In Fall 2016, I will begin my JD studies at the Georgetown University...
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Temple University - Bachelors, English; Italian
LSAT: 167
GRE Verbal: 167

Patrick: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...is a great way to begin to do that. I also have a real passion for the subjects I tutor, History, English, and French. The best part about tutoring is helping students to feel the same way about history and language as I do. The tutoring process is of great benefit to me as well,...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, History

Matt: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
In 2014 I graduated from Johns Hopkins University as a Public Health major with a concentration in Immunology and Infectious Diseases. I then went on to complete a Masters program at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and...
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Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology

Alexandra: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...the classroom. Furthermore, I was the editor of our student newspaper, The Daily Cardinal, and have extensive writing-coaching skills in addition to a strong grasp on the English language. I am currently employed by an educational non-profit in Alexandria, Virginia and would like to spend time outside of my regular 9 to 5 job to...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, History and Journalism
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 32

David: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
I am a recent graduate of Brandeis University where I double majored in Neuroscience and Health Policy. I am a veteran of the Montgomery County Public School system. I graduated from the International Baccalaureate Program at Richard Montgomery, and was an AP Scholar with distinction. I love working with people to help promote understanding, especially...
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Brandeis University - Bachelors, Double Major: Neuroscience and Health Policy

Rachel: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...French, German, Spanish), but what links them all is language as a tool for connection and personal growth. Learning someone else's language shows that you respect their culture and want to understand it. At the same time, learning a new language can lead to insights about your own language and culture. When tutoring, I strive...
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Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, French
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Doctor of Philosophy, French

Elizabeth: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...on veterinary school, I am here to guide you with kindness, clarity, and a dash of humor. My approach is centered around you, the student. I adapt to your learning style, celebrate your progress, and provide the tools you need to succeed. Let's embark on this educational journey together, turning challenges into triumphs and aspirations...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Sciences
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Master of Science, Epidemiology

Annie: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...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 troubling them. One student hated writing essays, but loved playing the guitar with his...
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Williams College - Bachelors, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 780

Zachary: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...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 the backbone of my teaching/tutoring philosophy, I have been, and believe I will continue to be, quite successful at helping students achieve a greater...
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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

Miriam: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...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 with a student group that tutored adults in the Durham community that were learning...
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Duke University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, M.D.

Ariel: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...their peers. Tailoring the material to the student will be an important way for him or her to, not only, understand and retain the information, but also to apply it. There are many educational tools that are either not used in classrooms or are not suitable for groups, finding the right tool for the student...
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Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management

Hailu Getachew: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
I am an experienced tutor with a strong background in mathematics, physics, and engineering. I hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and have over two decades of teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate levels. I focus on breaking down complex topics into simple, understandable steps. My teaching approach is personalized to meet each student's...
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Michigan State University - Doctor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Sophia: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...are approaching their task with no preparation. I would also like to aid in the development of strategies that are applicable to general assignments instead of focusing on learning a subject simply to get a certain grade on a test. I will share my own strategies of time management, relaxation, memorization, and preparation if needed...
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St Johns College - Current Undergrad, History of Mathematics and Science & Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 750

Parisa: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...On experience (briefly): I was hired as a teaching assistant by my university's economics department (one of just a few undergraduates), and I also teach debate in local schools in Charlottesville. I enjoy working with students of all ages and have experience teaching students from the elementary school level to the college level. I've worked...
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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

David: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...for Hellenic Studies in Greece. I love working with kids, and I read and write children's books and young adult fiction in my spare time (as well as poetry and adult fiction). I love exploring ideas in fields from Literature to Neuroscience, and have a lot of experience working and volunteering in libraries. I have...
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Harvard University - Current Undergrad, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 780

Michael: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
Michael is recent a graduate of Columbia University School of Law where he was a staff editor on the Journal of Transnational Law. Before entering law school, he completed his Master's degree in Development Studies at the London School of Economics and earned his Bachelor's degree, magna cum laude, in International Affairs at George Washington...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Columbia University in the City of New York - Doctor of Laws, Law Enforcement Administration
LSAT: 174

Katherine: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...measurable milestones to help learners achieve their goals, and determining what teaching methods will be most effective for each individual client. I believe that active student responding, personalized programs, and a focus on measurable goals are all important components of a successful learning experience. I hope to bring these same strategies to the students at...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Human Development and Psychological Services
Florida Institute of Technology - Current Grad Student, Professional Behavior Analysis
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Jane: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
I am currently a Sophomore at the University of Georgia studying Exercise and Sports Science with the hopes of becoming an Athletic Trainer. I first began tutoring in middle school. I went to local elementary school and taught after school programs in computer science. Since then I have done some tutoring at a local library...
Education & Certification
University of Georgia - Bachelor of Education, Exercise Science
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

August: Sykesville tutor
Certified Tutor in Sykesville, MD
...graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2014 with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and Theology. I've always had a desire to help others learn--in high school I would often help my peers with material when the teachers weren't able to fully explain the material. I tutored high school students for several semesters in...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Biological Sciences and Theology
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Sykesville, a town in Maryland, is a part of Carroll County and has a population of around 4,000 people. Sykesville was officially incorporated in 1904, though the community dates back to the early 19th century. The land that the town now sits on was at one time known as the Springfield Estate, which was owned by William Patterson, a Baltimore shipbuilder. Interestingly, Patterson's daughter Elizabeth would eventually marry Napoleon Bonaparte's cousin, Jerome.
There are two high schools in Sykesville, both of which are administered by the Carroll County Public Schools District. One of these schools, Liberty High, has been given a silver medal from US News for its academic excellence, and it ranks as one of the best schools in Maryland.
Baltimore is only about a half-an-hour drive outside of Sykesville, and this city is home to some of the country's finest universities and colleges. Some of these schools include the University of Baltimore, Coppin State University, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County, and Towson University. You could potentially improve the chances of admittance to these top schools if you connect with one of the Sykesville, MD, tutors available for private tutoring, instruction, and test prep, either in-home or online. Sykesville, MD, tutoring might bring you closer to your goals, no matter which of the prestigious colleges and universities you wish to attend.
Sykesville has a few charming small-town attractions that are worth checking out, and they all reflect Maryland's quaint atmosphere. One Sykesville must-stop is Piney Run Park, where you can enjoy relaxing hiking and kayaking. There are plenty of pavilions for parties and gathering, tennis courts, and adult craft programs on hand. Little Sykes Railway Park also deserves a visit. This spot has miniature trains for young children to enjoy. It is a great location to spend a few hours, and it is modeled after a Lionel station.
Many Sykesville residents often visit Baltimore for the city's impressive culture and wealth of attractions. One of the city's most popular destinations is the Maryland Science Center, which has something for everyone. Here, you'll find fascinating interactive exhibits, a dinosaur section, a kids room, an IMAX Theater, and more.
If you are looking for private online or in-home tutoring to potentially improve in class or pass that big exam, professional tutors in Sykesville are skilled in instruction and test prep for all levels. You can put in the work to try to keep up with online tutoring in Sykesville for your courses or test prep.
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