Certified Tutors From Allegheny College

...and help students understand these subjects. As a student of these subjects myself, I can help others understand the challenges and difficulties they face, and help them create step-by-step solutions to these problems. I believe that with a little bit of patience and will, all students can build the skills they need to succeed in...

...went on to Penn State to study biochemistry and premed. My schooling has been diverse! While I can teach various subjects, these are my favorites: 1) ADMISSIONS ESSAYS! You heard it, I love this challenging form of writing. My previous clients often came to me frustrated and uncertain where to begin. After tutoring, though, they...

...English. I am currently enrolled at the City University of New York, where I am working as a graduate student for a PhD in biochemistry. I mostly tutor science and math, both of which I enjoy thoroughly. My goal as a tutor is to help my students in understanding and gaining interest in the subjects...

...all learn the same way. I seek to adapt to you. English is a difficult language to master, and I look forward to applying my knowledge and skill to improving your writing or reading. I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Allegheny College in 2006, and my Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from George...

...classroom to improve both practical and conceptual knowledge of the course material. It is important for me to find every individual student's learning habits and specific set of strengths and weaknesses to better mold my lessons and advice. I am a current applicant for the medical school class beginning in the fall of 2015, and...

...very passionate about chemistry and will begin working for my PhD this fall at the University of Maryland. In the meantime, I am excited to be back in Manhattan to tutor students in chemistry, biology, physics and mathematics. I have had a love for math and science for a long time and believe that the...

...role as a research mentor of undergraduate students. I firmly believe that an effective tutor should be passionate, engaging and patient, as well as cognizant of the individual learning style of their student. As a strong visual learner myself, I appreciate the importance of tailoring individual lessons to complement a student's strengths. I am excited...

...knowing why and I love it. I'm not a tutor automaton though; my other hobbies/passions include piano, weight lifting, classical music (and concerts), composition, and environmental activism. In addition to tutoring, I've spent time in my institution as the head of research regarding nuclear import receptors via the genetic engineering of yeast to express the...

I am a great tutor because I am very personable and adept at helping explain concepts via analogy and demonstration. Additionally, I am proficient in a wide range of subjects. Finally, I enjoy teaching and take great joy in helping others learn.

...SAT. I've received exactly zero job offers in the real world because of it. I have, however, utilized the analytical problem solving skills developed in high school and college test prep to advise a wide range of clients in the financial services industry, one that requires lifelong continuing educational testing. My goal is not to...

I love teaching and I love Latin. I grew up in rural Pennsylvania and learned to love Latin and Classics in school. In the years since, I have taught Latin for four years in Vermont, and am in the midst of my second year in Virginia. ... I will begin to get to know the student and assess their knowledge of the content. I will review basics first, and slowly work towards more recent learning to...

...to share my passion for learning with my clients. I think that a good teacher or tutor can be the difference between learning being a chore or an opportunity. Passion is contagious and once a student or client can view the information in a new light, what was once impossible becomes a conquered challenge.... I think that a teacher or tutor's job is to function as a guide or an interpreter of information. He or she...

...as well. I'm happy to help anyone who wants my help and who genuinely wants to learn a different language. Learning and speaking a different languages opens not just doors of opportunities, but it teaches you about a new culture and a completely different world than the one what we really live in presently. It...

...city, reading, playing billiards (or pool) and everything else. I am just a regular college graduate looking to advance and expand my knowledge to fulfill my career goal as an engineer. As of now, I am in possession of two degrees. In 2014 I received my Bachelor's of Science in Mathematics at Allegheny College, located...

...a B.S. in Biology and a minor in Psychology, and after graduation I moved to Pittsburgh to begin my career. Besides tutoring for Varsity Tutors, I work as a Laboratory Technician 2 for PPG in Springdale, PA. My laboratory uses fundamental aspects of chemistry to run testing on electrocoat paints in order to determine their...

...and experienced a lot in terms of a student's ability to learn. As most people say, "Everyone is different", and I find this to be extremely true. As challenging as it might be to help cater to every student's learning style, I find that I enjoy rising up to the challenge and helping them overcome...

...in English and a minor in Economics. I have always enjoyed learning and have a passion for sharing my knowledge with others. As an tutor, my favorite subjects to teach are Algebra and English. I consider those skills to be the building blocks of a solid academic foundation for High School and beyond. Outside of...

I have a PhD in language and literature from Kent State University. I have an MFA from the University of Michigan and as both a writer, theorist and part-time faculty member suffice it to say that I am fascinated by all things pertaining to language. ... I believe that as an educator it is my greatest responsibility to empower students to function as savvy creators and consumers of text. Whether composing an email, revising an essay...

...destined to teach. I have always enjoyed reading, writing, and learning in any context and have a desire for knowledge. Upon graduating college, I decided that my passion and career path would center around learning and passing on the knowledge I have acquired from my schooling, work, travel, and general life experiences. Taking a non-traditional...

I am a junior at Allegheny College who is majoring in Economics and triple-minoring in Mathematics, Psychology, and Dance and Movement Studies. Growing up, I was always one of the students who helped my classmates when they didn't understand certain problems.