Susanna
Certified Tutor
...is coming from. It is through this student-centered learning that I encourage the student to express themselves and to find meaning in the work. My background in English writing and education, and first hand as an undergraduate professor of Critical Writing, allows me to push my students to work hard on the subject at hand....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Masters, Education
Peter
Certified Tutor
...have a B.S. in Physics, and I am working both towards a Masters of Mathematics and a Teaching Certification, which I plan to complete within a years time. I have tutored students from ages 12 to 60 in math (elementary through Algebra, Geometry, Calculus and Graduate Business Statistics), Physics, Biology, Social Studies, Reading, and even...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Physics, Mathematics(minor) Philosophy (minor)
Masters, Mathematics and Teaching Certification
Jamie
Certified Tutor
...teacher. My experience includes eight years of teaching Freshman Composition and Upper Division courses at Ohio State University and Capital University. While at OSU, I was selected as a teaching assistant for graduate level theory courses as well. I have participated in the School for Criticism and Theory at Dartmouth, and, generally, I have very...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English/History
Master of Arts, English
Ryan
Certified Tutor
...Psychology from Claremont McKenna College and an MA in Communications from Fairfield University. Written and verbal communication is a great strength of mine as both an academic and professional – English, History, the Social Sciences, etc. With that being said, I have worked with students of all ages on a variety of subjects. To me,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Government & Psychology
Master of Arts, Communications
Katherine
Certified Tutor
...prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable. I love to use visual and real world examples to help you grasp difficult concepts. At the end of our sessions, it is my mission to make...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Human Development & Family Studies
Current Grad Student, School Counseling
ACT English: 34
Owen
Certified Tutor
...back to the same point: all students can learn. My second principle relates to the first: high expectations and proper support are a pathway to success. High expectations are an educator's way of saying, "I believe in you" to their students. Throughout my career, when I have challenged my students, they have risen to meet...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 800
Mera
Certified Tutor
...life in Detroit. I would love to team up with you to help you feel confident and excited about your academic endeavors. I earned a B.A. in Politics from Fairfield University in Connecticut, and have years of writing experience. Most recently, I helped write Requests For Proposals in the corporate world, and before that I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Politics
Chelsea
Certified Tutor
...something that no one can take away from you, and I believe it is important that everyone have a fair chance at success. I am devoted to helping others have that fair chance. I tutor a variety of subjects including Psychology and the Social Sciences, Test Prep, Spanish 1-3 and College Application Writing to name...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology
Angela
Certified Tutor
...am a writer, actor and performer, possessing excellent skills in communication and being in front of small or large groups of people. I have a burgeoning writing career, writing for various websites and working on a blog and novel. I achieve amazing satisfaction from inspiring others to learn and communicate. Overall, I enjoy the creative...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Theatre
Anya
Certified Tutor
...and being qualified educationally; I am also a funny, outgoing, goodhearted and friendly person. I love to build personal relationships with my clients, which makes me unique in that each tutoring session is structured around the individual needs of my student. However, although I am friendly and fun I also am fairly strict and rigorous...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Political Science, American Studied, Journalism
Edwin
Certified Tutor
I am currently a fourth grade teacher in Harlem. I live in Astoria, Queens. I have been teaching for five years and I am very passionate about teaching. I have taught math, reading, writing, science and social studies at the elementary level and am certified to teach special education as well.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Elementary Education & Psychology
Masters, Special Education
Alphonse
Certified Tutor
...our rugby team and enjoyed helping other learn and work together. I was a teacher assistant for an anatomy and physiology class during my time at Fairfield University. I continued my passion of helping others while at Palmer College of Chiropractic where I tutored the first quarter students in general anatomy where I aided them...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Cell Biology and Anatomy
Current Grad Student, Chiropractic (DC)
Haley
Certified Tutor
As a junior at Fairfield University studying mathematics, my passion for math runs very deep. I spend my free time as a Fairfield University Cheerleader and enjoy hot summer days. My goal as a tutor is to enable my clients to feel that there is nothing they can not do.
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad Student, Mathematics Teacher Education
Sean
Certified Tutor
...find the answers they need. Rote memorization, reciting, and hurling out facts without context will always place second to a true desire to learn when it comes to succeeding in academics. Not only should the tutor and the student aim to understand a subject, they should also try to develop a love for it.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Writing: 710
Kristin
Certified Tutor
...Kristin received her M.F.A. in Fiction and Poetry from Fairfield University. She has experience in freelance journalism, travel writing, and science writing. As well as teaching English Literature at Fairfield University, She conducted college interviews for Stanford University admissions for two years and helped write and publish the New SAT Guide, New SAT Practice Tests...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Fine Arts, English
Derek
Certified Tutor
...Master's student at Columbia University studying Actuarial Science. At Fairfield I spent time at a local elementary school, gaining some hands-on experience teaching the children and helping them with their homework. We accomplished what we needed to in a lighthearted but timely fashion which kept them focused and engaged throughout the class. With my background...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Current Grad Student, Actuarial Science
SAT Math: 740
GRE Quantitative: 165
Kenneth
Certified Tutor
Truly enjoy chemistry and math and it is a joy to see students struggling with content fully understand. Love my pets as I have 4 dogs and 3 cats. They like I enjoy the simple things in life
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 700
Catherine
Certified Tutor
...anyone in the language and literature of English. I also am able to proofread and help edit any English assignment because of my passion for English. I also have many skills including understanding of literature, and grammatical writing, proofreading, and editorial work. These qualities make me a great tutor for you, and or, your child's...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Deirdre
Certified Tutor
...you the power to make a difference. I think that every student has the ability to succeed.I am invested in working with students to review and teach different topics to make sure they have the foundations they need to succeed and thrive in school and life. In my free time, I love to read, listen...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Sharon
Certified Tutor
...school and have wanted to teach since then. I was particularly intrigued with Math as I enjoy figuring out problems. In college and after, Accounting and Taxes were my field of choice as they are a more in depth way of solving problems. I enjoy teaching others and take pride in being a patient teacher...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Master of Science, Taxation
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