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Lauren

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Lauren

Bachelors, Biological Engineering
Lauren's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
College Algebra
Conversational Spanish

I recently graduated from college with a degree in engineering. Although it was taxing at times, an education in engineering allows students to draw connections between the theoretical realm of math or science with the physical world. I hope to create this context for the students that I tutor. Also...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Biological Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Alaaeddeen

Certified Tutor

Alaaeddeen

PHD, Chemistry
Alaaeddeen's other Tutor Subjects
AP Chemistry
Chemistry
College Chemistry
High School Chemistry

I am a PhD student in Chemistry at the University of Windsor. I did both my Undergraduate and Master's degree in Chemistry at the University of Windsor as well. I also did a year and a half of course/research work at Cornell University. I am interested in the academic field and hope to one day hold ...

Education

Cornell University

PHD, Chemistry

University of Windsor

Bachelors, Chemistry

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jessica

Masters, N/A
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
Business
College Business
College English
College Essays

Throughout my academic and professional careers, I have always enjoyed mentoring younger individuals through activities like tutoring and advising. During my undergraduate career at Cornell University, I served as an orientation leader and student adviser for classmates in my major. While pursuing m...

Education

Columbia Business School

Masters, N/A

Cornell University

Bachelors, Industrial and Labor Relations

Test Scores
SAT
1520
GMAT
700

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Juliane

Bachelor in Arts, Applied Physics
Juliane's other Tutor Subjects
AP German Language and Culture
AP Physics 1
Calculus
Conversational German

After graduating from Cornell University with my Bachelors in Physics and German Studies, I am currently enrolled in the Materials Science and Engineering PhD program at the University of Michigan. I enjoy tutoring students because I was once on the other side of the table! While at Cornell, a physi...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Applied Physics

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Katrina

Current Undergrad Student, Biological and Physical Sciences
Katrina's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Science
ACT Writing

I am currently a student at Cornell University. I've returned to my hometown of Holly Springs for the summer and am looking forward to working with students who went through the same experiences I did. My tutoring experiences began with my little sister and gradually expanded as I continued through ...

Education

Cornell University

Current Undergrad Student, Biological and Physical Sciences

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Molly

BS
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
SAT

Currently I am a graduate student in Stanford University's Master's Program for Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling. Prior to my enrollment at Stanford, I worked as a Genetic Counseling Assistant for Igenomix, a genetic testing laboratory. I graduated from Cornell University in December of 2021 wi...

Education

Cornell University

BS

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Adiba

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Adiba's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
Algebra
College Application Essays
College Physics

Who am I in 2 sentences: Coming from a third-world country, I am immensely grateful for the opportunity to be able to learn and teach students about the beauty of academics; I am passionate, detail-oriented and driven.Why do I like helping others?:Going through difficult times at a young age has all...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Certified Tutor

Rona

PHD, Materials Science and Engineering
Rona's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

Scientific curiosity is necessary to inspire the next generation of young scientists. I did not begin to see the possibilities of scientific curiosity until I was 13, and only through a short summer camp. I did not feel very engaged in my science classes until sophomore year of high school, when I f...

Education

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

PHD, Materials Science and Engineering

Cornell University

Bachelors, Chemical Engineer

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Amy

Masters, Environmental Toxicology
Amy's other Tutor Subjects
AP Chemistry
Chemistry
College Chemistry
High School Chemistry

I have a BS in Chemistry from Michigan State University and an MS in Environmental Toxicology (focus on Environmental Chemistry) from Cornell University. I was an undergraduate TA for General Chemistry at MSU in the Lyman Briggs College of Science for 2 years and guest lecturer for a graduate-level ...

Education

Cornell University

Masters, Environmental Toxicology

Michigan State University

Bachelors, Chemistry

Test Scores
ACT
33
GRE
332

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Brett

Master of Science, Biology, General
Brett's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
AP Biology
AP Environmental Science

I'm often asked about my motivation to become (and stay) a teacher. My answer is always the same:The look on students' faces when they get something - it is priceless. Learning is hard, teaching is harder, but when the two meet and success is the outcome, nothing is more rewarding.I've been teaching...

Education

Purdue University

Master of Science, Biology, General

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor

Moriah

Bachelor in Arts, Music
Moriah's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
AP Music Theory

I am a graduate of Cornell University and received a Bachelor of Arts in Music. Currently, I am working as an Assistant Director at a preparatory school managing and teaching students simultaneously. In the recent years at the school, I have been focusing more on the Reading portions of standardized...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Music

Test Scores
SAT
1550
GRE
330

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ryan

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
Ryan's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Algebra 2
AP Calculus BC
AP Physics 2

I am a rising sophomore studying civil engineering at Cornell University. I enjoy tutoring math (algebra-calculus 3), high school and college physics, Spanish, and writing. I have experience tutoring throughout high school, where I was the head of a peer-tutoring program. I have continued tutoring i...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1510
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Paige

Master's/Graduate

Tutor with 10+ years of educational experience at the elementary, middle, and high school levels in reading, English, and social skills. I am very friendly, encouraging and love helping others reach their goals.

Education

Alabama State University

Master's/Graduate

Cornell University

Bachelor

Certified Tutor

Ankitha

BS
Ankitha's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Middle School Math
Elementary School Math

My name is Ankitha, and I am a recent graduate from Cornell University with a background in public policy and data science. I have a strong passion for teaching and enjoy helping students build confidence in subjects that can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially math, statistics, and economics. ...

Education

Cornell University

BS

Certified Tutor

Solome

Bachelor's
Solome's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Middle School Science

I am a Cornell University graduate with a strong academic background and a genuine love for tutoring. I currently work as a tutor and truly enjoy helping students feel more confident in subjects that once felt overwhelming. I believe learning is most effective when students feel supported, understoo...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor's

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