Cassie
Certified Tutor
...in general), I tutor for that as well. Finally, should you be preparing for the ACT, I provide tutoring services in all subject areas of that test (including Writing) and scored in the 98th percentile of test-takers as a senior in high school. I know how difficult and stressful preparing for standardized tests, exams, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English, psychology minor
Alice
Certified Tutor
...Education. I am currently wrapping up my teaching certification program teaching American History in a Philadelphia public school. I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring English, History and essay writing with elementary, middle and high school students. I strongly believe learning is a collaborative, student directed process and I love helping students acquire long-term learning...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Education/Child & Family Studies
SAT Writing: 720
Otis
Certified Tutor
...Johns Hopkins University. In the fall, I plan on working in classrooms in the Philadelphia area. I have experience across the humanities, and have a particular love for history. I also understand the importance of preparing for standardized tests, and have found the same critical reading and writing skills needed to score well on them...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Classical Studies; Anthropology
Master of Arts, Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 34
SAT Verbal: 800
May
Certified Tutor
...come up with the answer by themselves. In college, I am a TA for a Calculus 1 class, helping students understand difficult concepts and prepare for tests. Last summer, I traveled back to China and tutored math for standardized testing such as the SAT Subject Math and AP Calculus. Helping struggling students achieve high scores...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science & Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 800
Ariane
Certified Tutor
...new friends and discovering German life and culture. I returned home with a valuable skill: a better command of the German language. I am a member of the Student Advisory Board for Bryn Mawr's Leadership, Innovation and Liberal Arts Center. The Center is dedicated to enhance the liberal arts education by offering opportunities for personal...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Economics
Emma
Certified Tutor
...personal statement stand out from the other applicants. If you need help with learning a new language, I also have 6 years of experience learning French and 4 years of Spanish. When I was a student, school did not come easily to me. My love of learning and asking for help when I needed it...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
Sarah
Certified Tutor
...I love tutoring because I feel that individual attention is an important facet of the learning process. By working one-on-one with students tutors can learn more about students' interests and learning styles, and incorporate them into the tutoring process. Academic subjects can be so much more interesting for students if they feel that the subject...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Elementary Education
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1390
SAT Verbal: 750
Mia
Certified Tutor
...students in a fun, positive way that fosters not just an appreciation for the language but a solid understanding of language fundamentals, such as grammar. I truly teaching and feel there is no obstacle to learning that is insurmountable. Fun is also a critical part of the process, and I always do my very best...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Spanish and French
Current Grad Student, Spanish & Portuguese Languages & Cultures
Samantha
Certified Tutor
...to get to know students to adapt activities to their learning styles and to help them reach their personal goals. Additionally, I like to make sessions hands-on. Having had an ESL class full of different language speakers, I have become creative at designing a variety of activities and visual aids to communicate concepts from different...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Writing: 750
Lauren
Certified Tutor
I believe that learning is fun, and I enjoy learning new things. I want to find out what my students enjoy, and make school subjects and test preparation fun for them, too.... Making learning fun for students is the most important thing I do.... I would definitely see what their strengths and weaknesses are to focus on in future sessions, and give some tips and strategies to start working on to improve test-taking skills right away.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History
Masters, Library and Information Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 770
Alice
Certified Tutor
...am providing a wide variety of strategies for your academic success. I will always be checking in to be sure you understand me and I understand you. When I'm not writing, reading, or working (I'm a supervisor at my college's dining hall as well as a tutor), I am probably singing opera, in choir, or...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Women's Studies
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 780
Alicia
Certified Tutor
...I use all the resources I have available and do everything I can to find new ones to develop effective tutoring and study strategies. I scored high on this SAT Spanish Subject Test and have great understanding of the College Board's multiple-choice question. I earned a high score (5) on the AP Spanish Literature exam....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English and Creative Writing
Julia
Certified Tutor
...and an aspiring historian. I hope to pursue graduate school in the next couple years, but I also love children. I've tutored children in both elementary school and high school, and love connecting curriculum to their experiences and current events. My hobbies are vegan cooking and baking and taking care of my cat, Jiji.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 34
Sophia
Certified Tutor
...how to approach the problem in a way that makes sense to them. Math, especially, requires a lot of patience and it's incredibly rewarding to watch a student become proficient in a skill set they once thought impossible. My teaching philosophy and tutoring style emphasize that students learn in a variety of ways and one...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34
Alina
Certified Tutor
...a masters student, I taught environmental science labs and helped to curate science curriculum for elementary and middle-school teachers. Although my speciality lies in earth sciences, I have attained an extensive math, physics, chemistry, and english background throughout my studies. My philosophy is to work smarter, not harder! I love to teach students how to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Geology
Master of Science, Geology
Molly
Certified Tutor
I have a real passion for helping students excel and meet their academic goals. I want to help them make the most of their study time while helping them learn lasting learning skills which will help them for the rest of their lives!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, History
Sarah
Certified Tutor
...in Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology in the Philadelphia area. I completed my undergraduate degrees in Classical Archaeology and English at the University of Texas at Austin. As an undergraduate, I founded a peer tutoring program through my honors society, with which I worked for four years. Upon graduation, I worked as a professional tutor...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
Master of Arts, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies
Zubin
Certified Tutor
...worked as an English teaching assistant for French middle and high-school students in Romans-sur-Isere, France. I am passionate about helping students in English, Literature, and French. The daughter of an educator and a former home-schooler myself, I am willing to think outside the box to help my students learn. I live for those aha! moments...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Nancy
Certified Tutor
...to you a new way , so you can understand it! I am a patient tutor in ESL, grammar, writing and test prep. I stay fully booked as an ESL tutor for VIP Kid (ages 5 to 12.) I taught Developmental Writing and Grammar to adults for 2 years at a community college.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Verbal: 700
Shuna
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of top colleges with degrees in Sociology, Anthropology, and Policy. I work in research and have more than 5 years experience teaching as a tutor and college professor. I have years of experience teaching reading, math, Statistics, college writing, Sociology, and other social science courses.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Anthropology
Master of Social Work, Social Work
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