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Monica

Certified Tutor

Monica

Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Monica's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Korean
Languages

I have been a personal tutor and have also taught in group settings for over 5 years covering topics ranging from math and science to Korean and computer science. This emphasized the importance of being adaptable and using different teaching methods for different pupils.My philosophy is positive rei...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Jessica

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jessica

Masters, Bioethics and Science Policy
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Biology
Biology

I have been very fortunate when it comes to learning because I have always found it enjoyable. Not just academic learning but new experiences in general. Growing up I loved school, but it was not until I got to college that I realized how truly lucky I had been in my previous years to have had my da...

Education

Duke University

Masters, Bioethics and Science Policy

Duke University

Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Marc

Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy
Marc's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
Algebra
Arithmetic
Creative Writing

I recently graduated from Duke University with a BA in Public Policy. I am in New York City studying acting, and I want to bring the same energy, enthusiasm and compassion that is required on stage to my students. I have experience tutoring for the SATs, and I have had significant experience serving...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

2+ years

KHARON J.

Master's/Graduate

My philosophy of education is that all children are unique and must have a stimulating educational environment where they can grow mentally, emotionally, and socially. It is my desire to find out how each student learns and create this type of atmosphere where students can meet their full potential ...

Education

Duke University

Master's/Graduate

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

Kamilah

Bachelors, Public Policy
Kamilah's other Tutor Subjects
6th-8th Grade Math
6th-8th Grade Writing
African-American History
Algebra

I am a graduate of Duke University with a degree in Health Policy and Education Policy. While at Duke University I was a student athlete, participated in the leadership of several clubs and service groups; as well as, working as a Math and Reading tutor. After graduation I spent a year pursing a bus...

Education

Duke University

Bachelors, Public Policy

Test Scores
GRE
308

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Mark

MS
Mark's other Tutor Subjects
GMAT
GRE

I enjoy empowering students by making learning fun and believe that everyone has an "inner genius" that just takes the right technique to unlock. I bring a patient and friendly approach to teaching, specializing in the sciences, technology and math, and believe in teaching students to "learn for th...

Education

Tulane Graduate School of Engineering

MS

Duke University

MS

Test Scores
SAT
1510
GMAT
710

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

Peter

Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry
Peter's other Tutor Subjects
Organic Chemistry

I would like to begin our work together going over homework problems that cause you difficulty. Togetherwe will determine your level of understanding and then build on that, uncovering any innate-but-hiddenknowledge and skills that you have. In my time as a tenured Associate Professor at Stetson Uni...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Columbia University in the City of New York

Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Lukas

Master's/Graduate
Lukas's other Tutor Subjects
Electrical and Computer Engineering
AP Physics 1
Coding
LSAT

Certified Teacher. Hi! My name is Lukas Brazdeikis and I have a strong background in computer science, physics, math, and designing course material. I will help your student learn as effectively as I can while also showing them the practical value of the knowledge they learn. I recently graduated f...

Education

Duke University

Master's/Graduate

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