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Julian: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...for any progression to higher education. Without fundamentals, student have a difficult time following class or lectures. I can't tell you how often I am in group-study sessions or helping a friend one-on-one and the only real problem absorbing the material is because their baseline knowledge was not as strong as it should have been....
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Andrew: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...simpler ones and emphasize learning the principles behind the problems. This way, I emphasize the essential concepts instead of encouraging the student to simply memorize facts. I believe that all students should have the same opportunities that I was given, and I am here to help them develop the tools that they can use to...
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Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Biological Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Meghana: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...a counselor for kids whose parents were affected by cancer. Through this I developed a sense of empathy and patients that I hope to utilize when tutoring students I work with. I have also had experience tutoring high school students one-on-one in a variety of subjects. Through this, I was able to come up with...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35

Samuel: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...volleyball. I played volleyball in high school winning three state championships and continued to play at the University of Arizona. I have been tutoring for the past five years with much success in both Math and Physics. During this time I have found that the most effective method to convey difficult concepts is by actively...
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University of Arizona - Bachelors, Physics & Mathematics

Samantha: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...world and working at my university's fashion magazine; I have both a diverse range of experiences and an eye for detail. I don't believe in giving anything less than 110% of my time and effort, especially when understanding the needs of my students. I coincidentally also happen to adore alliteration, fancy fairytales, and constantly consume...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Teresa: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...broad experiences and big-picture mentality, understanding that students learn in different ways. I believe the most important thing in teaching is to frame the problem in a way that the student can understand what the bigger questions are, and to create their own frameworks to address issues without outside assistance. I also believe in encouraging...
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Columbia College - Bachelors, Biology, History
Columbia Law School - PHD, J.D.
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 780

Annie: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...Sciences in California. I have always had a passion for English, and almost decided to be an English major! However, healthcare proved to be a more promising field. I recently moved to New York from CA to pursue a career in pharmaceutical industry, in which I am able to align my passions in healthcare and...
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University of the Pacific - Bachelor in Arts, Pharmacy
University of the Pacific Thomas J Long School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - Doctor of Medicine, Pharmacy

Ana: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
My philosophy on education is to nurture the individual through my teaching and guidance. My goal is to build relationships with the students I tutor so that they will feel comfortable and learn everything they need help with. I look forward to meeting my future students that I will be tutoring!... My philosophy on education is to nurture the individual through my teaching and guidance. My goal is to build relationships with the students I tutor...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelors, English
Kean University - Current Grad Student, Bilingual Education

Jacob: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...problems in ways that make sense to them - not the way the book describes it. Almost everything that we learn is pretty easy when you boil it down, the real problem is that not everyone learns the way that the book or the teacher teaches it. So the first step is always to figure...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
GMAT: 750

Agustin: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...Exams and most often, the SAT. I have obtained outstanding scores and am confident I can convey instruction and techniques that have worked for me. I have a solid foundation in the Spanish language and am completely fluent in German and Russian. I am interested in Biotech and I am going to be a senior...
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Princeton University - Current Undergrad Student, Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750

Lisa: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...I specialize in the college admission process, and especially like working with students on admissions essays and test prep. I graduated from the University of Notre Dame two years ago with a degree in television and anthropology. I work at MTV during the weekday, but am free weekends and weeknights after 7:00 pm.... I think a good tutor allows the student to learn what they already know before trying to teach them anything new. I love...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Anthropology and Film
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Balamurugan: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...opportunity to tutor peers and underclassmen both within and outside of school. Over the years, I've developed a strong enthusiasm for STEM educationparticularly in mathematics and the sciencesthough I'm also capable of supporting students in English when needed. I believe that learning is most effective when supported by others, whether through teachers, mentors, or peers....
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University of Delaware - Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Math: 800

Eric: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...well as tutoring adults in English as a Second Language. I have also taken many SAT subject and AP Tests as shown in my profile. My philosophy in tutoring is that success comes from a mix of intelligent test-taking strategies, and a familiarity or comfort with the test itself. I have the knowledge and attitude...
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Robert: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...since 2008, working with students of all ages, from kindergarten to undergraduate. I am especially passionate about tutoring mathematics, given that I have a very thorough understanding of all facets of the subject, and have always been gifted at helping pass that understanding onto my students. I also tutor subject tests, such as the SAT,...
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University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics, Pure and Applied
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Charles: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...England. I then worked as self-employed tutor for a few months before starting a teaching fellowship in Colombia, where I taught high school English. I am currently interviewing for medical school for matriculation in August 2017. I have a variety of teaching and tutoring experiences, including working as a self-employed tutor, an organic chemistry teaching...
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Amherst College - Bachelors, Neuroscience
University of Cambridge - Masters, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Justin: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...in 2013. I've taken many standardized tests, including the GRE and SAT and even the MCAT. I am highly experienced with the inside knowledge and tips and tricks of standardized test-taking and I feel like I can help students with the psychology of test-taking in addition to learning the material. I'm fun-loving and am married...
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Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, Natural Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 760

Matthias: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...and am passionate about like math, biology, and chemistry. I have taken math courses through Calculus III, chemistry courses from General Chemistry I through Organic Chemistry I, and biology courses from General Biology I through Anatomy and Physiology. I was a TA for a genetics course and am familiar with courses like cell biology, immunology,...
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Grove City College - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Osman: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...high school and early college subjects. I frequently tutor in science and math subjectshaving taught just about every related subject offered in high school. I have a significant amount of tutoring experience, and I have produced positive results. Among the techniques I employ as a tutor, I stress self-help strategies to ensure that students do...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Chemical Physics and Mathematics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Thomas: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...have been teaching students for the past ten years. I love watching a student grow and achieve their goals! I have worked as a teacher and school administrator, but my real passion lies in working with students one-on-one. I graduated with a degree in Journalism and History from NYU, and love working with students on...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, History
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Touro College - Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Lyall: West Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in West Harrison, NY
...I am currently preparing to take the LSAT, so I am in the test taking mindset myself and am excited to help students preparing for the SAT/ACT this summer/fall. In addition to SAT tutoring, I have experience coaching high school debate and am passionate about finding ways to simplify test-taking concepts so that they can...
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Brown University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770
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