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Mathew: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...science and chess for two years. I like teaching and helping those not as comfortable with these subjects. All of my students reported increased success in their classes, ability in the subject area and even in their lives as well. I have a love of math and science that I apply in my everyday life...
Education & Certification
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Biology: Molecular/Micro/Cell

Nick: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...and structure is key for me so I make sure we start each session by setting goals for that session and then returning to them at the end, thereby ensuring the student can point to a measure of accomplishment within our time together. Aside from front handsprings, I absolutely love fantasy novels, science fiction and...
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American University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Activism
Pig Iron School for Advanced Performance Training - Master of Fine Arts, Ensemble Theater
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 790

Isaac: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...growing love and/or tolerance of the material. When I'm not helping others with their writing, I'm working on my own. I write fiction and essays. My work has appeared in the New York Times, and a wide variety of literary magazines. I also play the guitar, and I enjoy sports quite a bit: watching and...
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Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Rutgers University, Camden - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Martin: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...who has worked in public and private school settings at both the high school and college level. I have an undergraduate mathematics degree, and taught AP Calculus at a North Carolina high school. I also have a PhD in philosophy, and have taught at major research universities in Missouri and Ohio. I am personally invested...
Education & Certification
Davidson College - Bachelors, Philosophy and Mathematics
Washington University in St Louis - PHD, Philosophy

Nikki: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...am a PA certified teacher in the content area of biology, grades 7-12. I'm currently a 7th and 8th grade science teacher in Philadelphia. I have a bachelors degree in biology and a masters degree in secondary education. I am a very passionate, understanding, and patient person who enjoys helping my students to succeed. Being...
Education & Certification
University of Scranton - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Saint Joseph's University - Master of Science, Secondary Education
State Certified Teacher

Anita: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...student's ability to master content, I have always incorporated teaching into my life. In college, I tutored extensively in fundamental engineering courses, and conducted workshops to further strengthen my students' understanding of the material. Standardized testing is one of my strong suits, and I enjoy helping students advance in their performance in Critical Reading, Math,...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 710

Cindy: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...NJ standard teaching certificate. When I am not working towards this goal, I am painting, reading, or traveling. I spend much of my spare time on my yoga mat in order to stay in shape for summer hiking trails. I am an avid hiker and backpack traveler and believe in the value of a healthy...
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Rowan University - Bachelors, English

Krista: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...will present the information in an alternative manner in order for my student to understand the material. I currently teach 3rd grade and love every subject! As a teacher, my favorite part of the day is reading out loud to my students. I love to share my passion of reading with my students through a...
Education & Certification
West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Elementary Education with a Minor in Reading
Cabrini College - Masters, Elementary Education

Jason: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...the last 12 years in public schools. My success as a teacher comes from making students feel comfortable with math. Math is like a puzzle, it is just a matter of figuring out how the pieces go together. It always feels good when you get the pieces together and see the finished product. I will...
Education & Certification
Ohio University - Bachelors, Secondary Mathematics
State Certified Teacher

Marquerita: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...and I also have expansive experience in writing, literary analysis, and reading comprehension, as I have composed original research in English literature, peer reviewed many of my colleagues' papers, and have served as an editorial intern for a published literary journal and as a weekly arts journalist for a local online publication. Since graduating from...
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Drexel University - Bachelors, Nutrition and Food Science; English

Nathan: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...experiences in order to prepare soldiers to succeed and bring the same enthusiasm to tutoring. The best way to remember something is to have it practically apply to you--I try to bring out the "so what" in every subject to help students understand why it is important. As a tutor for the past 3 years,...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Japanese Language & Government & International Relations
University of Hawaii at Manoa - Masters, Asian Studies
GRE Quantitative: 168

Jacqueline: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...in Mathematics and German from Washington and Jefferson College. While completing my degree, I worked at the local elementary school's after school program. The program was aimed at helping the students improve their math, reading, and social skills. During the fall semester of my Junior year I studied abroad in Vienna, Austria. My four months...
Education & Certification
Washington & Jefferson College - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and German
ACT Science: 31

Cathy: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...some great experiences with classes of students and individual students as well. It was my moment when my students told me that they felt more confident in math and they did better than before in class. Math is fun and you will enjoy learning it as long as you work hard and never give up!
Education & Certification
West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Education in Mathematics
West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Current Grad Student, M.S. in Applied and Computational Mathematics

Aja: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...possibilities of the art by providing examples, asking questions, and allowing students to fill in the blanks. My hope for all of my learners is to help them communicate their own unique perspectives of the world and to acknowledge those perspectives as valid. I have also spent the last three and a half years teaching...
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The Catholic University of America - Bachelors, Spanish Literature/ Latin American Studies

Ryan: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...anyone to feel as I did. That's also the reason why I have an ISFJ type personality or in other words, "the nurturer" personality. When you have a passion or an intrinsic urge to want to do something, it really shows. You can be certain that I will try my best to tutor and guide...
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Rutgers New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Emily: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...non-stop for the past three and a half years. I taught high school chemistry and general science, running labs, lessons, and anything else that was required. While doing that, I started teaching LSAT classes after work. Now, I'm a full time tutor, devoted to helping students score higher on tests and do better in classes....
Education & Certification
William and Mary - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
University of California-San Diego - Master of Science, Chemistry
State Certified Teacher
LSAT: 171

Kelly: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...perfect combination to serve as a tutor. I have a wide range of knowledge in subjects related to science, math, life sciences, public health and writing. I additionally have counseled high school students through the college application process and can provide valuable study skills and organization tips from my educational experiences.... During the first session, I will meet with the student and discuss what he/she hopes to achieve during our tutoring sessions. I will learn about...
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West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Nutrition/ Dietetics
West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Master of Public Health: Nutrition
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 700

Alice: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...best area of study for me. My teaching style is relaxed and fun. I am friendly and outgoing, and I've heard I am very easy to get along with and make my students and peers feel comfortable. Working with me will include many helpful test-taking tips, as I took both the PSAT and the SAT...
Education & Certification
Bryn Mawr College - Bachelors, Women's Studies
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 780

David: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...tutoring in college, I have experience as a teacher, co-teacher, and student aide in middle and high school settings. I enjoy working with people of various academic levels and ages, yes--including teenagers, as I generally get along pretty well with them. So if you are someone in need of help with Math and/or Physics, then...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Masters, Mathematics Education
State Certified Teacher

Elaine: Thornton tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornton, PA
...writing, and other language skills, whether in English, French, or Latin. To me, few things are more fulfilling than watching a little one decode and understand those first simple stories, or catching the flash of surprise as a student suddenly realizes how to use the various cases of a Latin noun. In my free time,...
Education & Certification
Rosemont College - Bachelor in Arts, French
Villanova University - Master of Arts, Elementary Education
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