
Laura: Paramount tutor
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I am currently a freshman at Duke University from Houston double majoring in computer science and psychology. I am passionate about helping students become more confident in their ability to solve difficult problems and eager to assist them in reaching their goals.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36

Julie: Paramount tutor
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...a double major in Neuroscience and French and a minor and Chemistry. I also took the MCAT this past spring and scored a 522. My subscore breakdowns were (131/131/129/131). I teach all sciences (biology, chemistry, anatomy, etc.), French, and MCAT prep. For French, I have been studying for 10 years and am completely fluent. Outside of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Bachelor in Arts, French
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480

Justin: Paramount tutor
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...received my Master of Arts in Religious Studies with a focus on ancient history. Since graduation, I have worked in the computer software space and as a tutor for over 6 years (both in person and virtually). I have tutoring experience with all grade levels, including undergraduates, in subjects ranging from english and essay writing...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Arts, Religious Studies

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...a minor in Chemistry. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages, in both childcare and tutoring. In high school, I launched a book club in a local elementary school, where I helped tutor elementary school students in reading comprehension. I also tutored a middle school student in Spanish and helped improve his...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740

Serges: Paramount tutor
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...advanced middle and early high school students. These experiences have shaped my educational approach of defining measurable goals and providing relevant examples to help solidify material. In my free time I enjoy playing music and making movies with friends. I've played cello, guitar, bass and piano since I was 10 and love talking story structure...
Education & Certification
Associate in Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics

Christiana: Paramount tutor
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...graduate from Duke University, with experience in SAT and ACT tutoring as well as high school Advanced Placement math (Calculus AB/BC), history (World History and US history), and english (Literature and Language) tutoring. I studied Chemistry and Public Policy Studies at Duke, and I look forward to using my tutoring skills to assist!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 31

Dr. Andrew: Paramount tutor
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...strive to identify the learning style that works for each student and build success from their platform. I hold the following degrees: Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Mathematics, Brown University Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Brown University Master of Arts in Pure Mathematics, Duke University May 1992, Bachelor of Arts in Physics, Duke University...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Master of Arts, Mathematics
Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Mathematics

Michael: Paramount tutor
Certified Tutor
...is to first assess where you are in terms of your understanding of the subject matter through questions about your thought processes. Through that, I hope to ensure that you have a complete understanding before moving on to practice questions. This is the most crucial part because it enables you to be prepared for all...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 760

Akhyath: Paramount tutor
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Service has been a crucial part of my entire life. I want to continue helping people in the best way that I can: By spreading knowledge.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
ACT Math: 36
ACT Reading: 34
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540

Kelly: Paramount tutor
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I am a recent Duke University graduate where I studied Financial Economics. I have extensive experience in tutoring maths and sciences as well as standardized test prep. Outside of work, I love to spend time with my corgi and explore the city of Boston!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Economics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36

Ashwin: Paramount tutor
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My name is Ashwin and I am graduate from Duke University. I have been tutoring for the past six years and have worked with students in all subjects, ranging from mathematics to science to English. I love working with students and watching them master new topics.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Viviana: Paramount tutor
Certified Tutor
I am an experienced tutor from grade school through high school subjects who uses personalized approaches to best fit each student. I currently attend Duke University and am majoring in Psychology with a minor in Chemistry.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Ian: Paramount tutor
Certified Tutor
...variety of subjects, but I particularly enjoy English, History, Government and Mathematics. I also have extensive experience with Standardized Tests, including the ACT, SAT, SAT Subject Tests, AP exams and others. I have tutored middle school students in English and Math, high school students in Algebra and US History, and private clients in SAT test...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 760

Kayla: Paramount tutor
Certified Tutor
...liberal arts degree. I have experience tutoring students of all ages in many subject areas. I have extensive experience in the following subjects: Spanish, Russian, Reading, Writing (and Composition), and Statistics. Having struggled with learning in a traditional classroom environment myself, I had to adapt and find methods of learning and study that made sense...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Russian
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 35

Adam: Paramount tutor
Certified Tutor
...love of learning, and a love for sharing what I've learned with others. I fundamentally believe that anyone can come to understand any topic or idea so long as it is explained in a way that makes sense to them and is accessible for them. This perspective on learning is what guides me as a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33

Joseph: Paramount tutor
Certified Tutor
I enjoy teaching and mentoring people of all ages. I have excellent STEM education with Princeton BSE and Duke MBA. I enjoy project management work in business and teach Information Technology at 2 local colleges.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
Masters in Business Administration, Finance

Shreyas: Paramount tutor
Certified Tutor
...at Duke University on the pre-medical track. In my free time I absolutely love playing/watching basketball and reading (GO DUKE BASKETBALL!). I also listen to TONS of music. I also love the outdoors, so much so that I go camping every year for a week at different campgrounds around my state. I've been tutoring topics...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Derek: Paramount tutor
Certified Tutor
I have a stats PhD and expertise tutoring or TAing stats and math for high school, college, graduate, and professional level. I'd also be comfortable tutoring for SAT, SAT math, and GRE in that order.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Doctor of Philosophy, Statistics

Devanshi: Paramount tutor
Certified Tutor
Hello everyone! It's Devanshi and I am so excited to get to work with you. I am a student at Duke University and love academia! My favorite parts about teaching are how much I get to learn, which I think is amazing, and getting to serve others through education.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Jacob: Paramount tutor
Certified Tutor
...a certificate in Jewish Studies. I am also a member of the Duke Office of Undergraduate Education's student advisory board and the Duke student alumni board, as well as a research assistant at the Sanford School of Public Policy. I am particularly interested in international relations, and my focus within Political Science is Security, Peace...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
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