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Dr. Andrew

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Dr. Andrew

Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Mathematics
Dr.'s other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Reading
Algebra
Algebra 2

Those who know how can only follow those who know why - Andrew D. Jones, Sr. (My Dad)In addition to showing students how to solve a problem, I can give them an understanding of mathematics so that they can successfully create the steps to solve a problem that they have never seen before. I have succ...

Education

Duke University

Master of Arts, Mathematics

Cleveland State University

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Brown University

Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Mathematics

Sumita

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Sumita

Undergraduate Degree

The very first student whom I tutored received a perfect score on the ACT. That is why I have continued tutoring for the past seven years. Throughout the course of my tutoring, I have had the pleasure of working with a wide variety of students from kindergarten to graduate school.

Education

Barry university

Undergraduate Degree

Duke University

Undergraduate Degree

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Brooke

Current Undergrad Student, Electrical Engineering
Brooke's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC

I am currently a student at Duke University who is eager to learn and help others. I am interested in community engagement and outreach, and in the past I have volunteered with many organizations that focused on teaching and tutoring children. I was a peer tutor for three years during high school in...

Education

Duke University

Current Undergrad Student, Electrical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Alison

PHD, Botany
Alison's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Arithmetic
Biology

BAs in art history and anthropology from Brown University.MPA (public admin) from Troy State University (while running an overseas program for NATO personnel).PhD in botany from Duke University.Gemology credentials from GIA.I write fiction and am interested in a MFA or MS in publishing. Always a stu...

Education

Duke University

PHD, Botany

Brown University

Bachelors, Art History/Anthropology

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Scott

Masters, Masters of Management Studies
Scott's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Business
College Business
College Economics

I graduated from Princeton University in May 2015 with my Bachelor's in Biology. In May 2016, I graduated from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University with a Masters in management Studies. My education background is extremely diverse and promotes strong critical thinking and problem solving ...

Education

Duke University

Masters, Masters of Management Studies

Princeton University

Bachelors, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Sydney

Master's/Graduate

Hi, my name is Sydney! I'm excited to help others succeed in economics. After majoring in Econ in college and taking multiple graduate-level courses, I've learned how to make complex concepts feel more tangible and real rather than abstract or inaccessible. I enjoy approaching topics from multiple p...

Education

Duke University

Master's/Graduate

University of Chicago

Bachelor's

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Matt

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Matt's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading
ACT Writing

Hello! I recently graduated this past May from Stetson University down in DeLand, FL with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and a Bachelor of Arts in Nonprofit Administration, along with a minor in Music. I grew up in Winter Springs, FL, and graduated from Winter Springs High School as the Valedi...

Education

Duke University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Stetson University

Bachelors, Mathematics; Nonprofit Administration

Test Scores
GRE
329

Certified Tutor

Roger

Current Undergrad Student, Economics
Roger's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Math
Statistics

I am a sophomore studying economics at Duke University. I took AP Calculus AB and AP Statistics my junior and senior years of high school respectively, and got 5's on both tests. I've done well in math classes my whole life and that trend has continued into college. Throughout my math career, reachi...

Education

Duke University

Current Undergrad Student, Economics

Test Scores
SAT
1410

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jon

Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

I primarily tutor students preparing for the Reading and Writing portion of the SAT, but I also have a background and experience in biology, law, technology, and creative writing. I got my bachelor's degree from Duke University and I have a JD from Boston College. I chose to focus on the SAT as I k...

Education

Boston College

Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

Duke University

Bachelor's

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Hayley

Masters, Adolescent Math Education
Hayley's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic

I'm passionate about education and deeply committed to providing the highest levels of teaching excellence. A bit on my background: I am a Duke University graduate and recently completed my Masters in Advanced Math Education under the auspices of the NYC Teaching Fellows program. Ihave experience te...

Education

St. John's University

Masters, Adolescent Math Education

Duke University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Evan

Current Undergrad Student, Public Policy Analysis
Evan's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Studio Art: 2-D Design
Art

Hi there! My name is Evan and I'm a rising senior at Duke University. At Duke, I designed my own major called "Documenting Justice: The Role of Photographic Narratives in Activism." I'm passionate about documentary photography and social movements, and my degree program gives me the wonderful opport...

Education

Duke University

Current Undergrad Student, Public Policy Analysis

Test Scores
SAT
1430

Certified Tutor

Camille

Master of Science, Narrative Medicine
Camille's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Writing
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra

I am a Duke alum currently working toward a Master of Science in Narrative Medicine at Columbia University. As a pre-med student who majored in African and African American Studies, I have experience navigating a variety of disciplines. I also have experience tutoring in a number of subject areas, a...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Science, Narrative Medicine

Duke University

Bachelor in Arts, African and African American Studies

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

David

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
David's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Science
Algebra
Algebra 2

I am an analytically-driven in Duke University's Class of 2023 pursuing degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Economics. I have a thirst for knowledge in mainly the mathematics and sciences, and I thoroughly enjoy conveying my passions through tutoring. My experiences in student-tutoring began in Hi...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1520

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Susie

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Susie's other Tutor Subjects
AP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science Principles
AP German Language and Culture
CLEP Prep

I am a Computer Science major at Duke University passionate about encouraging others who are learning CS so that they may come to understand the powerful, real-world impact that programming can have. As someone who has a strong background in tutoring, including, but not limited to, the chemistry tut...

Education

Duke University

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science

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