
Sima
Certified Tutor
...from the University of Massachusetts, and I am currently doing cancer research at the Mount Sinai Medical Center. As a student I was never been able to decide on a favorite subject because I felt anything I studied in school could be fun and much easier if approached with the right attitude. Instead of boring...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology, Pre-med
Master of Science, Epidemiology, Biostatistics

Anya
Certified Tutor
...Dramatic Arts and Literature. I also studied American History, Calculus, and Astronomy extensively. My areas of tutoring expertise include SAT test prep in all three sections (math, writing, and critical reading), PSAT test prep, US History, high school Algebra, Public Speaking, and Essay Writing. I particularly enjoy helping students hone their writing skills, guiding them...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Theatre Arts

Allison
Certified Tutor
...Arts in Political Science and Human Rights Studies. While a student at Barnard, I worked continually with children as a babysitter, often providing homework help. I became more involved in education when I worked as a co-teacher with Peace by Peace, where I taught non-violent conflict resolution skills to fourth grade students during my senior...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Sasha
Certified Tutor
...business school applicants who are gearing up for these exams. Finally, having worked with a wide range of students, including many with IEPs or Section 504 accomodations, I have lots of strategies and ideas to help students who learn differently master content and can also help students who could use some extra support in their...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Master of Arts, Science Education
State Certified Teacher

Emily
Certified Tutor
...specializing in literature and both creative and academic writing. All throughout college I worked with students at various ages and levels, helping them succeed in school. After graduating, I spent two years teaching 3rd and 4th grade in Detroit. I absolutely loved working with my students in the classroom! As a teacher, I feel that...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Masters, Elementary Education

Tiara
Certified Tutor
...in Paris at Columbia's Reid Hall program and at The Sorbonne. I trained and worked as a Barnard Writing Fellow, editing college-level papers and tutoring fellow students in essay writing and public speaking. I also volunteered as a tutor for NYC fifth graders. To this day, I am still an avid reader and I volunteer...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature

Sarah
Certified Tutor
...a high school student, I began tutoring my peers in writing and research. At Barnard College, Columbia University I was one of 13 students selected from my class as a Barnard College Writing Fellow. After a rigorous selection process, I was trained through an intensive semester-long seminar in critical analysis, persuasive writing and revision. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Urban Studies

Mia
Certified Tutor
...students in high school and college as well as babysitting and teaching younger students. I have also taught adult GED students. I studied American Studies at Barnard College for undergrad. I have taken AP classes in Biology, Calculus, American History, World History, and English. I also achieved a NY Regents diploma in high school. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, American Studies

Nicole
Certified Tutor
...his or her particular goals. The aim is improvement, always, not perfection, to see mistakes as opportunities to learn. I’m an educator transitioning from higher ed to high school teaching. I earned my PhD in sociology at Columbia University, where I also worked as an instructor, at the School of International and Public Affairs. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Sciece
PHD, Sociology

Amanda
Certified Tutor
...about French as well as teaching, and I aspire to be a French professor after graduating. I am fully prepared to help anyone from the lowest level to a very advanced one, with the language (reading, writing, speaking) as well as the culture (delving into classic French Literature and cultural differences). Additionally, I have spent...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, French (Language, Literature, and Culture)

Tashina
Certified Tutor
...the actual material, I believe that there is almost always more than one way to approach a problem and that students should figure out what works best for them. I've studied learning and memory extensively, so I'm always ready to offer up advice. Not everyone learns the same way, and that's fine! While it's ideal...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
PHD, Psychological and Brain Sciences

Amy
Certified Tutor
...part about tutoring is the chance to meet new and interesting people and share in the process of learning and understanding. The subjects I am most passionate about are music, ELL/ESL, culture and language learning in general. Music is a big part of my life - I am a violinist, music teacher and performer. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, East Asian Languages and Cultures, Minor: Music
Masters, Multidisciplinary Studies for Internationl Educators

Sam
Certified Tutor
...from Barnard College with a degree in Political Science and Human Rights Studies. During college, I worked for the Junior Statesmen Summer School at Stanford University, where I helped students studying government, debate, international relations, and other topics. As a tutor, I believe there are no stupid questions, and that with enough hard work any...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Political Science and Human Rights Studied

Nina
Certified Tutor
...for me. I loved acquiring language skills and proficiency, and I love communicating enthusiasm for aspects of ELA to learners who will achieve lifelong benefits. Forming a clear sentence or paragraph to express a fresh idea is one more window or view of the world and a contribution to it. Similar discoveries occur with a...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English

Sarah
Certified Tutor
...finance after graduation. I also have strengths in Spanish (I studied abroad in Spain), standardized tests, and test taking and organization skills. In my free time I love to run, spend time with friends, and travel. I actually think standardized tests are fun and I would love to help you learn to feel that way...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Mathematics-Statistics, Political Science

Jennifer
Certified Tutor
...when you see your students understand a certain subject and I hope to be a part of their academic achievements. I am an experienced tutor in math and science subjects, and I hope to share my passion for the STEM fields with someone else. As a computer science and operations research major, I hope to...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Computer Science

Nina
Certified Tutor
...2012. After I graduated, I worked with patients as a Clinical Research Coordinator at Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan. During this time, I developed a love for teaching. I saw that every healthcare professional played the role of an educator in some capacity. As a research coordinator, I instructed patients on their course of...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Neuroscience & Behavior
Current Grad Student, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)

Michelle
Certified Tutor
...Mott Hall II, P.S. 75, and Girls Prep Charter School, to help them approach standardized tests with calm and ease. I believe that test taking does not have to be scary, especially if approached with the right tools and mindset. I am known for being patient and friendly, with a genuine desire to help students...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Film Studie

Sarah
Certified Tutor
...University). I continued to study Italian throughout college, culminating in an eight-month study abroad program in Florence and Milan, so I can assist students struggling with beginner to advanced Italian. My rigorous liberal arts education at Barnard has equipped me with excellent research, writing, and study skills, and I can be an invaluable resource to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Gender Studies

Hayley
Certified Tutor
...students. As both a classroom teacher and a tutor, I have gained invaluable experience about how to help students, all the while learning so much about life from my students themselves. Besides tutoring, I make my living writing content professionally for several ed tech companies. Outside of work, I love to hike and play with...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Anthropology
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