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Jonathan

Certified Tutor

Jonathan

Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Jonathan's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

My goal is to help you learn difficult concepts and prepare you for your standardized tests. I hope to make you reach your potential and assist you in increasing your scores. I have taught ACT prep courses in the past, and I know the strategies of how to pace yourself through the test. My teaching s...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, International Relations

Test Scores
SAT
1480
ACT
33
Anna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Anna

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Algebra
Chemistry
College Chemistry

Hi, I'm Anna! Previously, I attended Brooklyn Technical High School in NYC, and now I'm a sophomore at Cornell University, majoring in biology and society on a pre-med track. I would love to apply the knowledge I learn at both Brooklyn Tech and Cornell in the subjects of Chemistry, Chinese, Biology,...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry

Rickey

Certified Tutor

Rickey

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Rickey's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic

I grew up tutoring three of my siblings and their friends in Math throughout Middle and High School. During that time, I also coached swimming and soccer. Over the years, I've learned to show same concepts in multiple ways depending on the person I'm tutoring. And I've built up a considerable tolera...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Laura

Certified Tutor

Laura

Master of Science, Chemistry
Laura's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2 Class
Algebra 3/4
Algebra REGENTS

I believe most people learn best by practicing, but it has to be the right kind of practice. Flailing around at something intimidating, where you don't know how to even start, can be discouraging and counterproductive. I try to provide enough scaffolding to make students feel safe exploring, and to ...

Education

Cornell University

Master of Science, Chemistry

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Marissa

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Marissa

Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching
Marissa's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
American Literature
College Application Essays

Energetic and experienced teacher with undergraduate degree from Cornell University and Master's in Teaching from the Universidad de Alcala seeking to nurture and inspire student excellence. Skilled in Research, Development, Communications, Community Outreach, Tutoring, and Public Speaking. Winner o...

Education

Universidad de Alcala

Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Sociology

Daniel

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Daniel

Bachelor in Arts, History and Biology
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology

"Love of learning is the guide of life."I am an experienced tutor in a variety of subjects, ranging from the elementary to the college and medical school levels. I am a graduate of Cornell University with a wide range of educational experiences. By combining this knowledge with hard work, I motivate...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, History and Biology

Tel Aviv University

Doctor of Medicine, Medicine

Test Scores
SAT
1510
Stacy

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Stacy

Master of Science, Mathematics Teacher Education
Stacy's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2

I am a Cornell University graduate and I have been teaching math for 15 years. I also have a Master's Degree in Math Education. I am currently a high school math teacher. I have taught math from the elementary to the college level. I also specialize in tutoring both the SAT and ACT math. I have help...

Education

State University of New York at Albany

Master of Science, Mathematics Teacher Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Andrea

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Andrea

Juris Doctor, Law
Andrea's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
AP Calculus AB

I majored in math at Cornell University. I then went to law school and now write comedy for a theater in Manhattan. All the while I have been tutoring math at all levels from elementary to college level calculus. Due to my law school experience I have a very organized approach to my tutoring session...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Mathematics

Columbia Law School

Juris Doctor, Law

Peter

Certified Tutor

Peter

Masters, Strategy, Management
Peter's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Science
Algebra

I am a graduate of Cornell University's College of Arts and Sciences. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry with Distinction in 2015. Since graduation, I was a physics/chemistry teacher and soccer coach at a private school in Virginia for a year, where I led the soccer team to an undefeated se...

Education

Kellogg School of Management

Masters, Strategy, Management

Cornell University

Bachelors, Chemistry

Test Scores
ACT
32
GMAT
710
Jason

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Jason

Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Jason's other Tutor Subjects
GMAT
GMAT Analytical Writing Assessment
GMAT Integrated Reasoning
GMAT Quantitative Reasoning

I am a graduate of Cornell University and am currently pursuing my MBA at Columbia Business School. I received my Bachelors of Science in Applied Economics with a focus on finance. Between undergraduate graduation and Business School, I worked as a trader at Goldman Sachs. I am passionate about help...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Masters in Business Administration, Finance

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Finance

Test Scores
SAT
1520
GMAT
730

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