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Peter

Certified Tutor

Peter

Bachelors, Interdisciplinary Studies
Peter's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Chemistry
College Algebra

I am a 2012 graduate of Cornell University. Following graduation, I worked at a startup for a few years and am now applying to law school. After tutoring several students privately, I found that one-on-one learning is very efficient and a great way to catch up and/or stay ahead. I enjoy working with...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Interdisciplinary Studies

Meg

Certified Tutor

Meg

Master's/Graduate
Meg's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Algebra
Middle School Math

A lifelong learner with multiple master's degrees and an undergraduate degree from Ivy League institutions, I bring my passion for learning to every conversation. I have tutoring experience in subjects such as AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP U.S. History, and college-level Political Science. I a...

Education

Columbia University

Master's/Graduate

University of Pennsylvania

Master's/Graduate

Cornell University

Bachelor's

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Anthony

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Anthony's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus
College Algebra

I graduated from Cornell University with a double major in Math and Physics. I am a prospective Math PhD student with research interests in geometry and mathematical physics. I have 1 year experience as a teaching assistant in mechanics and multivariable calculus. I have had multiple tutoring experi...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Test Scores
SAT
1450

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Apoorva

Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Apoorva's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Math
Middle School Math

My name is Apoorva and I am a rising senior at Cornell University. I am majoring in Chemical Engineering and minoring in business. I have been teaching since high school and have been conducting my own 2 hour weekly supplemental course in math and chemistry for the past 2 years. I have TAed many Che...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kelly

PHD, Cell and Cancer Biology
Kelly's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Anatomy

I am a recent PhD graduate of Cornell University where I conducted cancer and cell biology research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Before studying at Cornell in NYC, I obtained my Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering at Tufts University where I worked in a Tissue Engineering lab. As...

Education

Weill Cornell Medical College

PHD, Cell and Cancer Biology

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Biological Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1420

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Joshua

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Joshua's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
College Biology
Conversational Mandarin
High School Biology

I began pursuing my D.V.M. degree at the Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine after graduating from Eastern Michigan University in 2012 with a degree in Biology. Following my first year of vet school I decided to take some time off to study advanced Mandarin Chinese at Tsinghua University in Beiji...

Education

Eastern Michigan University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Cornell University

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medicine

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Craig

Doctor of Philosophy, English
Craig's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
American Literature
British Literature
College Application Essays

I completed my PhD in English at Harvard University in 2016 and I have been working with students for over 10 years. I've always enjoyed introducing students to new ideas and helping them achieve their goals. In the following paragraphs I'll share my background, detail my experience and expertise, a...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Harvard University

Doctor of Philosophy, English

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Tina

Bachelor of Science, Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering
Tina's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
Biochemistry
Biology
College Biology

I love tutoring and seeing students build confidence in their grasp of material. I enjoy tutoring Biology (Coursework, AP, SAT Subject Test) and Biochemistry because I love sharing my passion for "the study of life". SAT Math, SAT Writing, and SAT Verbal are my favorite subjects to tutor because I f...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1500

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Lillith

Masters, Islamic Studies & Counter-terrorism
Lillith's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Level American History
College World History
Conversational Spanish

My first experience teaching and tutoring was in May 2005 in Taipei City, Taiwan. It was a formative experience for me because I was teaching and tutoring students whose native language was not English. They truly helped me grow as an instructor because of the cultural and linguistic challenges that...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Masters, Islamic Studies & Counter-terrorism

Cornell University

Bachelors, Government & Spanish & French Literature

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Zachary

Bachelor of Science, Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology
Zachary's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Business
Business Calculus
Business Statistics

Education has been one of my main passions since I was young and would play school with my little brother. I recently graduated from Cornell University where I received my Bachelors of Science with a major in Atmospheric Science and dual minors in Climate Change and Applied Economics. At Cornell, I ...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Cereese

Bachelor's (in progress)
Cereese's other Tutor Subjects
Writing
English
Creative Writing
Handwriting

As a passionate tutor currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Government and Philosophy from Cornell University, I have over 2 years of experience helping students excel in English and writing. My approach centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel encouraged to exp...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor's (in progress)

Certified Tutor

Tameem

Bachelors, Economics
Tameem's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2
Business

I've been a tutor for almost four years now and have always had a passion for both learning and teaching. I started tutoring in my neighborhood in the 9th grade. My experiences range from teaching 5th graders all the way to college students in both a classroom and a one-on-one setting. I am qualifie...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Economics

Test Scores
SAT
1510

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Robert

Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Robert's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
Algebra

After transferring from a community college, I graduated from Cornell University in 2020 and received a B.A. in philosophy with Distinction in All Subjects, 4.05 GPA. After, I became a tutor, with English reading and writing and philosophy as some of my subjects. I believe that the sharing and commu...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Christopher

Current Undergrad, Classics
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
American Literature

My teaching style broadly consists of two kinds: a method used for language-learning and a method used for history. Both are relatively straightforward. For language study I follow the usual method of most classicists, focus on syntax and clause structure--in particular I find that understanding the...

Education

Cornell University

Current Undergrad, Classics

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Etinosa

Master's/Graduate
Etinosa's other Tutor Subjects
Biochemistry
Anatomy & Physiology

I graduated with a B.A from Cornell University and majored in biology (premed) with a concentration in genetics. I am currently 2nd year medical student at DUCOM and am passionate about biology, biochemistry and English. I understand the struggle of memorising small details and struggling to underst...

Education

Drexel University

Master's/Graduate

Cornell University

Bachelor

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