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Anita

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Anita

Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Anita's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic

I am a graduate of Cornell University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, with a focus in Systems Biology. After graduation, I joined a rotational leadership development program which has allowed me the opportunity to expand my knowledge into many industries ...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1550
Bailey

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Bailey

Master of Arts, Education
Bailey's other Tutor Subjects
AP Psychology
Art
Elementary School
Elementary School English

I am a graduate of Cornell University, and I received my Bachelor of Sciences in Human Development with a minor in theater. I am currently a Kindergarten teacher through Teach for America in New York City, and working towards a Masters in the Art of Teaching. Throughout college, I had various tutori...

Education

Relay Graduate School of Education

Master of Arts, Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Ken

Master of Science, Secondary Science Education State Certified Teacher
Ken's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus
Calculus 2

Having trouble with or worried about physical science courses or mathematics? I can show you how to solve problems in ways that will increase your understanding AND will increase your ability to complete them successfully for homework and tests. I am certified to teach physics at the high school lev...

Education

Cortland State

Master of Science, Secondary Science Education State Certified Teacher

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Physics

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ammaar

Current Undergrad Student, Statistics
Ammaar's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Admissions
Algebra
Business

Hello! My name is Ammaar and I am a sophomore at Cornell University studying Information Science and Computational Biology.As a former high school student eager to make my application the strongest and genuine as possible, I fell in love with the college application process. I have written and edite...

Education

Cornell University

Current Undergrad Student, Statistics

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ayush

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Ayush's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Calculus
Math
Middle School

I first got into tutoring as a member of my high school's National Honor Society. The top students were encouraged to impart their knowledge through mandatory tutoring sessions. I found that I enjoyed helping others understand subject material and concepts. I felt like I was serving a greater purpos...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Regina

Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
Regina's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
College Application Essays
College English
Elementary School English

I have worked with many middle school and high school students to improve their writing so that they could succeed in high school and college. I have also counseled students on college admissions and edited hundreds of college application essays at the undergraduate and graduate levels (including fo...

Education

Teachers College at Columbia University

Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, English

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

Certified Tutor

Elizabeth

Bachelor
Elizabeth's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
High School Biology
Agricultural Science
Algebra 2

I am a graduate of Cornell University with a BS in Biological Sciences, where I started tutoring students one-on-one in calculus. Since then, I have also served multiple times as a teaching assistant, both at the undergraduate and graduate level. Currently as a MS student at the University of Illino...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Michael

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

I am a junior at Cornell University where I am working toward a Bachelor of Arts in Physics. In the past, I have worked at Kumon as a math and reading tutor. I am most passionate about teaching Math, Physics, and Spanish. I try to bring that passion to each tutoring session so that the lessons are b...

Education

Cornell University

Current Undergrad, Physics

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
34

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

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

6+ years

Michael

Bachelor of Science, Human Development
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
1st-9th Grade Math
3rd-8th Grade Science
ACT Prep
ACT English

I graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. in Human Development, and a minor in Educational Studies. As part of my coursework, I spent much time working in K-12 classrooms, helping students garner valuable skills to succeed! Since graduation, I have started working at an academically enriching,...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Human Development

Test Scores
SAT
1490
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Annie

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Annie's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a current sophomore at Cornell University pursuing a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. I have done extensive coursework in biology, physics, chemistry, math, and lab sciences. I love applying engineering problem-solving skills to the biological sciences. For the past year, I have been a teaching ...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Sheroze

PHD, Computational Science, Engineering and Mathematics
Sheroze's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
Calculus

Hello! I am a Ph.D. student at the University of Texas at Austin studying Computational Science. I graduated cum laude from Cornell University with a B.Sc. in Computer Science.My doctoral studies fall at the overlap of mathematics, computer science, and physics. I enjoy coding software that adheres ...

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

PHD, Computational Science, Engineering and Mathematics

Cornell University

Bachelors, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1500
GRE
329

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Taylor

Masters / Graduate

I am a Master of Architecture student at Cornell University and hold a B.A. in Architecture from the University of Kentucky with minors in history & historic preservation with honors. I was Valedictorian of my high school with 11 AP Classes taken, being named an AP Scholar with Distinction and earni...

Education

Cornell University

Masters / Graduate

University of Kentucky

Bachelors

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