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Emmanuel

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Emmanuel

Master of Science, Physician Assistance
Emmanuel's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Cell Biology
Chemistry
Emergency Medicine

I am a current student at Duke University School of Medicine pursuing my MHS degree in Physician Assistant studies. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Care with which I practiced as a Respiratory Therapist with focus in Adult critical Care. I have several certifications and I am...

Education

Duke University

Master of Science, Physician Assistance

Boise State University

Bachelor of Science, Respiratory Therapy

Lisa

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Lisa

PHD, Anthropology
Lisa's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
Anthropology
AP English Literature and Composition
AP European History

Education is a passion, as well as a life-long commitment, for me. I was a National Merit Scholar finalist in high school and then graduated magna cum laude from Duke University with a history major and a comparative area studies minor. I graduated from University of North Carolina School of Law in ...

Education

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

PHD, Anthropology

Duke University

Bachelors, History

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Florence

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Florence's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT Aspire
ACT English
ACT Math

I am a rising senior at Duke University. I major in Computer Science and am also getting a minor in Physics. I have had experience tutoring/teaching as a teaching assistant for three classes: Intro to Databases, Electricity and Magnetism (for engineers), and Computer Network Architecture. I have had...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Erinn

Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
Erinn's other Tutor Subjects
Biomedical Engineering
Pre-Algebra
PSAT Prep
SAT Prep

I recently graduated from Duke University with a degree in biomedical engineering. I really enjoy math and science and I am eager to help other students in related subjects. In my free time, I like to run, play basketball, spend time at the shore, and cook.While I was a student at Duke, I worked as ...

Education

Duke University

Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1510

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Jennifer

Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
African-American History
College Application Essays
Elementary School English

I am a graduate of Dartmouth College where I majored in History. I also received my M.Ed. from Boston College so that I could become a middle school and high school social studies teacher. Currently, I am working concurrently on my JD (at Duke University) and my Ph.D. in Education (at Boston College...

Education

Boston College

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Dartmouth College

Bachelor in Arts, History

Duke University

Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Thomas

Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
Thomas's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Science
ACT Writing

As much as I see myself as a qualified, knowledgeable tutor, I think it's just as important for me to motivate, lead, inspire, and mentor my students. Do you have test anxiety? Math anxiety, specifically? Is it difficult for you to create, organize, and execute a study plan? Or do you simply want st...

Education

Duke University

Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy

University of Rhode Island

Bachelors, Political Science & German

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jackson

Bachelors (in progress)
Jackson's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Math
High School English
English

I am a senior at Duke University studying Economics and Public Policy. I am passionate about finding specific strategies that work for each individual student, drawing on my broad experience across math and the humanities.

Education

Duke University

Bachelors (in progress)

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Noah

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Noah's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Algebra
Algebra 2
Basic Computer Literacy

I love Math and Science. I am a Duke University graduate with a degree in Computer Science, where I also played football and am currently working on a Master's Degree in Cybersecurity. I have always loved math and science and problem solving and these subjects have always been easy for me. I know th...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

James

Current Undergrad, Computer Science
James's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Science
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra

In 2019 I graduated from Duke University with a BA in Mathematics and a license to teach Secondary Math in the state of North Carolina. This year I will be in Memphis TN working as a Student Success coach with middle schoolers in a local public school. I have extensive experience teaching and tutori...

Education

Duke University

Current Undergrad, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Callie

Bachelors, Biology, Environmental Science & Policy
Callie's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

My name is Callie, and I recently graduated from Duke University with a major in Biology and a minor in Environmental Policy. I am currently doing research on personalized therapies for glioblastoma brain tumors at the Duke Medical Center, before I continue on to medical school. I love to swim, walk...

Education

Duke University

Bachelors, Biology, Environmental Science & Policy

Test Scores
SAT
1560

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Tutors with Duke backgrounds offer expertise across a wide range of subjects, from STEM fields like engineering, physics, chemistry, and mathematics to humanities including English, history, and foreign languages. Many specialize in AP and honors-level coursework, standardized test preparation (SAT, ACT, AP exams), and college-level subjects. Because Duke offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, you can connect with tutors who have specialized knowledge in your specific area of need.

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