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Jacob

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jacob

Master of Science, Computer Science
Jacob's other Tutor Subjects
Abstract Algebra
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math

I just completed my undergraduate degree in mathematics at Cornell University, with a minor in computer science. I will be pursuing a Master of Science in computer science at Cornell for the next two years. Teaching has always been a passion of mine, as has mathematics - and I am always eager to sha...

Education

Cornell University

Master of Science, Computer Science

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
35
Jennifer

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jennifer

Masters, Microsystems Engineering
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
AP Chinese Language and Culture
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Conversational Mandarin
Creative Writing

I am a graduate of Cornell University college of engineering and a native Mandarin Chinese speaker fluent in both Chinese and English. I moved to the US when I was 9 years old. I am warm, attentive, and love to use humor and creativity in my tutoring. I have 2 young kids of my own and especially pas...

Education

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Masters, Microsystems Engineering

Cornell University

Bachelors, Material Science engineering

Adam

Certified Tutor

Adam

Master of Science, Education State Certified Teacher
Adam's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade Science
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

I graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. in Natural Resources. Upon graduating, I joined Teach For America as a middle school science teacher working in a public school in the Bronx, New York. I taught sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth grade Math and Science for six years before enrolling in ...

Education

Pace University-New York

Master of Science, Education State Certified Teacher

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Natural Resources

Test Scores
SAT
1490
Josef

Certified Tutor

Josef

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Josef's other Tutor Subjects
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
College Biology

Tests are just one way to take a student’s measure. I believe in going beyond the test and teaching the subjects. With an infectious enthusiasm for science, I help students synthesize topics across different disciplines until it all makes sense. Building from a strong foundation, each of my students...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Samuel

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Samuel

Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Mathematics
Samuel's other Tutor Subjects
Abstract Algebra
ACCUPLACER Prep
ACCUPLACER Arithmetic
Advanced Functions

I received my Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University in 2014, with a minor in Mathematics. After attaining my undergraduate degree, I went to the University of Iowa to pursue a PhD in Applied Mathematics, which I earned in 2020. Since August 2020, I have been a lecture...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

University of Iowa

Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Mathematics

Lori

Certified Tutor

Lori

Bachelor of Science, Applied Economics
Lori's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
History
Math
Pre-Algebra

I am committed to helping students achieve success in a number of subjects by pinpointing specific areas where they need help as well as determining the teaching style under with which they learn best.

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Applied Economics

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Adrienne

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Adrienne

Bachelors, Biology and Society
Adrienne's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Science
GED Prep

Hello! My name is Adrienne, I am a Cornell University alum, former 8th grade math and science teacher, and current youth worker.

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Biology and Society

Test Scores
SAT
1410
Stacey

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Stacey

Bachelor of Science, Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management
Stacey's other Tutor Subjects
Professional Certifications
Real Estate License

Stacey entered NYC real estate as an agent in 1997, got her associate broker's license two years later, and she became a sales manager in 2004. She loves selling homeownership in New York. When Stacey first got her real estate license, she had just purchased an apartment in Greenwich Village and she...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management

Christian

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Christian

Current Grad Student, Students With Disabilities, Generalist
Christian's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
College English
College Geography
College Level American History

As a Teacher knowledgeable of the needs of Students With Disabilities, my duty has been to ensure the success of all students under my charge. I've been very adamant about advocating for better placement, accommodation, and services for all students, as SPED pedagogy is not only beneficial to SPED s...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelors, Spanish Literature

CUNY City College

Current Grad Student, Students With Disabilities, Generalist

Joel

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Joel

Current Undergrad, Physics
Joel's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am currently an undergraduate student at Cornell University. I intend to major in physics and either minor or double major in computer science.In the past, I have tutored middle school and high school students, mostly in mathematics, but I also helped with middle school science and English as well...

Education

Cornell University

Current Undergrad, Physics

Test Scores
ACT
35

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