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Andrew

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Andrew

Master's/Graduate

As a passionate educator with a Master's degree in Statistics from Cornell University, I have over 2 years of tutoring and classroom experience in subjects such as Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Statistics. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where students f...

Education

Cornell University

Master's/Graduate

Benedetto

Certified Tutor

Benedetto

Masters, Management
Benedetto's other Tutor Subjects
8th-12th Grade Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

Math is a language; it is creative, intuitive and serves a purpose. As a tutor I will help you master it with the fewest formulas to memorize and the most conceptual understanding, so that you will not forget everything a year later or blank out during an exam. This is the learning approach I used a...

Education

Cornell University

Masters, Management

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

Masters in Business Administration, Decision Sciences

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

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

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

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Krupa

Masters, MBA
Krupa's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I was a straight A student in high school, graduate Cum Laude from Stony Brook University, and went on to attend Cornell University for my MBA. Currently I'm a start-up consultant. I've always enjoyed teaching, however, that's why I like tutoring. I've a teaching assistant many times over, both in u...

Education

Cornell University

Masters, MBA

Stony Brook University

Bachelors, Sociology

Test Scores
SAT
1390
GMAT
740

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

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

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Alana

Bachelor
Alana's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP English Language and Composition
College and University Admissions

Hello there! I would love to work with your student! I was the valedictorian of my high school, earning my diploma with a 4.6328 GPA (the highest in the history of my school), and I recently graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor's in Neurobiology and Behavior as I pursue God's calling fo...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Pratik

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Pratik's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

Hello! I'm a premedical student at Cornell University with extensive experience tutoring students, especially in chemistry at the high school and undergraduate level, writing at the high school and undergraduate level, and SAT/ACT prep.

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Molly

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

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

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

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Ravnoor

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Ravnoor's other Tutor Subjects
Abstract Algebra
Advanced Functions
Algebra
Algebra 2

I am a undergraduate student at Cornell University. I am studying computer science in the College of Engineering. I have been tutoring in all subjects since 9th grade, mostly computer science and mathematics and SAT. My teaching philosophy is based on hands-on learning, and the motto of 'practice ma...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1520

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Tina

Bachelor of Science, Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering
Tina's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
Biochemistry
Biology
College Biology

I love tutoring and seeing students build confidence in their grasp of material. I enjoy tutoring Biology (Coursework, AP, SAT Subject Test) and Biochemistry because I love sharing my passion for "the study of life". SAT Math, SAT Writing, and SAT Verbal are my favorite subjects to tutor because I f...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1500

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Matt

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Matt's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
AP U.S. Government & Politics

I am a recent graduate of Cornell University. I graduated from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at Cornell with a Bachelor’s in Science. I majored in Biology with a concentration in Molecular and Cell Biology. I am currently working in medical research here in New York and am plan...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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