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Maya

Certified Tutor

Maya

Current Undergrad Student, Computer and Information Sciences, General
Maya's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP U.S. Government & Politics
Elementary School Math
English

Hi students! I'm Maya and an incoming Sophomore studying Computer Science and Business at Cornell University. In high school, I took several AP courses such as APUSH, AP Calc AB and BC, AP European History, to name a few. I am more than willing to help out in any way I can. Please feel free to also ...

Education

Cornell University

Current Undergrad Student, Computer and Information Sciences, General

Rei

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rei

Bachelors, Human Biology, Health, and Society
Rei's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Japanese Language and Culture
College English
College Essays

I graduated Cornell University in 2015 with a B.S. in Human Biology, Health, and Society. After graduating, I worked as a research technician at Columbia University Medical Center before going to India for a 4-week global health educational program. Currently, I am preparing to apply to medical scho...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Human Biology, Health, and Society

Test Scores
SAT
1510
Alexander

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Alexander

Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical Engineering
Alexander's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT Math
ACT Science
ACT Writing

My goal as a teacher is to impart knowledge of the subject matter and enthusiasm for the material to as many students as possible. Making the material enjoyable to students requires employing multiple methods for teaching the subject matter. Each student will approach a subject from a different back...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Biological/Biosystems Engineering

Cleveland State University

Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical Engineering

Elizabeth

Certified Tutor

Elizabeth

PHD, Biomedical Engineering
Elizabeth's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Biomedical Engineering

Hi!My name is Liz and I want to work with you!I enjoy teaching and mentoring. I have worked with undergraduate and high school students extensively over the last several years. I believe learning occurs not when a student first hears the information but when they start using the information. Learnin...

Education

Cornell University

PHD, Biomedical Engineering

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, Physics

Brett

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

Nicholas

Certified Tutor

Nicholas

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Nicholas's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Calculus AB
AP Physics 1
Biology

I am a student at Cornell University, majoring in Biological Sciences, with a concentration in neuroscience, and minoring in Business. I am currently a teacher assistant for the Biochemistry class at Cornell, as well as a general tutor for classes ranging from Molecular Biology, to Organic Chemistry...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1510
Elena

Certified Tutor

Elena

Juris Doctor, Law
Elena's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Conversational Spanish
English
ESL/ELL

I am a second year law student at the University of Chicago who hails from the San Francisco Bay Area! I tutor the SAT, ESL, and Spanish. I was an AVID tutor in high school, and after college I taught an ESL class and tutored a high school student in Spanish. In law school, I am involved with the La...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Government & Spanish

University of Chicago Law School

Juris Doctor, Law

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600
LSAT
171
Emily

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Emily

Bachelors, Anthropology, Pre-Med
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT Writing
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra

I am a 2016 alumna of Cornell University, graduating summa cum laude in Anthropology with a minor in Global Health. I also participated in the pre-med curriculum, taking courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, and Math. During my senior year, I tutored students from the Department of Athletics and t...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Anthropology, Pre-Med

Test Scores
SAT
1460
ACT
33
Tong

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Tong

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Tong's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra REGENTS
AP Calculus BC

As a self learner, I understand different struggles that students like myself might come across. I have a great passion for math and would love to share the tips and tricks that I have discovered that are application to not only the liberal arts but also in non academic activities as well.

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1560
Katie

Certified Tutor

Katie

Master of Science, Science Teacher Education
Katie's other Tutor Subjects
AP Environmental Science
Ecology
Environmental Science
Life Sciences

I graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science in natural resources with a focus in aquatic ecology. From there, I began teaching chemistry and coaching both fencing and soccer at an independent high school. After three years of teaching, I moved to the Czech Republic to teach busine...

Education

Indiana University-Bloomington

Master of Science, Science Teacher Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Natural Resources and Conservation

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