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2+ years
Michael
With a degree in Mathematics, a Master's in Engineering, and 36+ years at GE Aerospace as a design engineer, I bring real-world insight to tutoring general mathematics, algebra, geometry, and statistics. I help high school and college students understand not just how to solve problemsbut why they wo...
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
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Duke University
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Certified Tutor
James
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...
Duke University
Current Undergrad, Computer Science

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Samantha
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...
Duke University
Bachelors, Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Sarah
My name is Sarah and I'm a sophomore at Duke University. I'm pre-med studying psychology with a minor in biology and chemistry. I work in the admissions office as a tour guide and I love getting to know high schoolers interested in the college admissions process!
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Caleb
I am currently an undergraduate student at Duke University. I plan on pursuing a B.S. in statistical science with a minor in music. During my time in high school, I taught saxophone to middle school students. I would be happy to tutor various math subjects such as SAT Math, calculus I (AP Calculus A...
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Statistics

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Akshadha
I am passionate about helping students. I understand other students needs and how to make insensible content finally make sense and click. I have been tutoring for over 2 years at a refugee tutoring center, helping refugees adapt to their lives socially and academically. I have tutored people of all...
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Constance
I graduated from Duke University with a BS in Economics and a BA in Linguistics. I was also on the Duke Dance Team, studied abroad in Madrid, Spain, speak Spanish and Chinese, and have worked on a couple start-ups. I will be starting a job in August in finance in New York and have worked as a tutor ...
Duke University
Bachelors, Economics, Linguistics

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Emily
I am committed to each and every one of my tutees! I will teach to the best of my abilities; I will make learning fun, but efficient!
Duke University
Master of Science, Adult Health Nursing
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Nicole
I am a current graduate student at Duke University in the Cellular and Molecular Biology Program, and I am a graduate of Assumption College with a Bachelor of Arts in Biotechnology and a minor in Chemistry. I was a tutor for the past three years at Assumption College. Working with students one-on-on...
Assumption College
Bachelors, Biotechnology
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Cellular and Molecular Biology

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
My tutoring career formally began six years ago--since then, I have been gradually developing my own personalized collection of tips and tools for effective learning in a large range of disciplines.My journey began in high school as a tutor for a handful of middle school students struggling with mat...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
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