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Lauren

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Lauren

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Lauren's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a student at Duke University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience with Chemistry and German minors. On campus I am involved in the Bilbo lab, which focuses on neuroimmune interactions in abnormal brain development. I am very passionate about helping others enjoy and learn about variou...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Test Scores
SAT
1450
ACT
35
Christopher

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Christopher

Current Undergrad Student, Public Policy Analysis
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Creative Writing
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I am a rising junior at Duke University pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy Studies. Over the course of my studies, I have developed an extreme interest in education policy. I’ve had the great opportunity to work with the BOOST program at Duke University to use science and technology to in...

Education

Duke University

Current Undergrad Student, Public Policy Analysis

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Brooke

Bachelor in Arts, English
Brooke's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
AP English Language and Composition
College English
College Essays

I have a Bachelor of Arts from Duke University and a Master of Arts from the University of Chicago. At Duke, I studied both English Literature and Environmental Sciences and Policy; at the University of Chicago, I received a degree in Social Work. My teaching experiences have been broad and enrichin...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Santiago

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Santiago's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Algebra
American Literature
AP Research

I am a rising senior at Duke University majoring in Psychology and minoring in English. I first started tutoring when I was 10; I'd explain new words in books to my little sister and help her with cursive, work on times tables with my older brother, and teach the little bit of English I knew to my i...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Gelila

MD

Hello there! I'm a physician by training and educator with a background in psychology and public health. I earned my B.A. in Psychology from Columbia University and received my M.D. from Duke University School of Medicine. Across clinical training, research, and teaching, I've learned that confidenc...

Education

Duke University

MD

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Matthew

MBA
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
GRE
GMAT
GMAT Quantitative Reasoning
GRE Quantitative

I have tutored students for the GMAT, GRE, SAT, ACT and LSAT for more than 15 years. I love it! As I tailor my instructions toward the unique needs of each student, my goal is to improve not only the student's performance but also the student's confidence as test day approaches.

Education

Northwestern University

MBA

Duke University

MBA

Test Scores
GMAT
760

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Yair

Doctor of Philosophy, General Literature
Yair's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
American Literature
AP English Language and Composition
Art

I am a writer and educator who is passionate about student learning. I have been a writing tutor at Duke's prestigious Thompson Writing Program where I assisted a wide variety of writing in the sciences and the humanities. I also created and led a summer workshop for public high school students to a...

Education

University of Washington

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Duke University

Doctor of Philosophy, General Literature

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Susan

PhD

I have a Ph.d in economics from Florida International University. I also have a masters in economics from Duke University and a B.S. from American University. I have taught economics in colleges and universities for over 20 years concentrating on principles courses which includes all AP econ. cour...

Education

Florida International University

PhD

Duke University

PhD

American University

PhD

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

14+ years

Andria

Master of Science, Global Health
Andria's other Tutor Subjects
Biostatistics
College English
College Essays
College Level American History

I am a recent graduate of Duke University, with a Master of Science degree in Global Health. I spent the six previous years working for Novartis as a Head of Communications in the Vaccines and Diagnostics division. I joined Novartis after completing my undergraduate degree with honors in English lan...

Education

Duke University

Master of Science, Global Health

Westmont College

Bachelor in Arts, English Literature & Language

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Nima

Bachelors, Physics
Nima's other Tutor Subjects
1st-7th Grade Math
1st-7th Grade Reading
1st-6th Grade Writing
3rd-7th Grade Science

Hi! My name is Nima, and I am a rising college sophomore who will be attending Duke University on a full merit scholarship in the fall. I love to run cross country and play the viola, as well as tutoring students in a whole variety of subjects! Feel free to message me!

Education

Duke University

Bachelors, Physics

Test Scores
SAT
1580

Certified Tutor

Shelley

Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology

I am a doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology at Duke University. My job requires excellent mathematics, analytic, and writing skills, which are also my favorite subjects to teach. I have experience teaching kids in elementary, middle, and high school, as well as college-aged students. My particu...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Journalism and Psychology

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1420

Certified Tutor

13+ years

Vyshak

Master of Arts Teaching, Secondary Science State Certified Teacher
Vyshak's other Tutor Subjects
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
Chemistry

Hello! I have teaching experience in Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology for high school. I taught these subjects at Frank W. Ballou Senior High School in Southeast, Washington, DC from 2010-2012. I will be applying to medical school and am looking to use my teaching experience to tutor high ...

Education

American University

Master of Arts Teaching, Secondary Science State Certified Teacher

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical, Electrical Engineering

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

9+ years

Zoey

Master of Science, Marine Biology
Zoey's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

As a graduate of Duke University with a B.S. in Biology, I knew I wanted to pursue academia. I continued my studies with a M.S. in Marine Biology at Nova Southeastern University, where I solidified my passion for research and teaching others. Now I'm hoping to help my students get as excited about l...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

Master of Science, Marine Biology

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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