Megan
Certified Tutor
...high school students. I kept their schedules, interacted with parents, supervised activities, and aided the instructors. Last semester, I also tutored an introductory biology course for non-majors at Kenyon College. I sat in on lectures and provided weekly and occasionally bi-weekly assistance outside of class at the college's Math and Science Skills Center. This job...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biology and Studio Art
Master of Arts, Georgia Regents
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Adrian
Certified Tutor
...knowledge and support necessary to help my students learn from their mistakes. Mistakes signify conceptual holes that must be filled through a detailed understanding of a course's core material. I want my students to become fluent in the basic language of their subject. Once a student has mastered the foundational concepts he can intuitively comprehend...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 34
ACT Science: 33
Elisa
Certified Tutor
...ages. I am very adept at finding creative ways to communicate difficult concepts through the use of digestible metaphors and examples. Additionally, I am able to maintain a laid-back and positive atmosphere with students, in which I can correct their mistakes and guide them to the correct answer without them feeling judged or penalized. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Dance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 780
William
Certified Tutor
...you get through any standardized testing roadblocks that are preventing you from getting where you want to be in life, as well as to help you achieve greater knowledge and skill purely for your own value. I specialize in reading, writing, Mandarin, and Spanish, and I am happy to work with any skill level.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Modern Languages
GRE: 328
GRE Verbal: 170
Amanda
Certified Tutor
...points through self-study and love to coach others through the test. I consider myself a patient and helpful tutor. I am a strong writer and enjoy offering my suggestions and editing others' essays and papers. Outside of school and work, I enjoy reading, politics, anything to do with Latin America, hiking,and running half marathons.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics/International Studies
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Ben
Certified Tutor
...of the SAT. I have roughly three years of experience tutoring and last year taught a test prep class. My approach to tutoring is to identify a students strengths and build upon them through frequent quizzes and reflective analysis. Additionally, having just gone through the college admissions process, I am privy to its length and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 790
Anna
Certified Tutor
...can completely change the way a person views the world. Engagement, ingenuity, and patience in teaching can revolutionize a student's grades, and, more importantly, their self-image, which is why I sought out a position at VarsityTutors to begin with. Successful and productive interactions with students not only helps them grow exponentially, but frequently teaches me...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Undecided
Steven
Certified Tutor
...these exams. My personal teaching philosophy is that every student deserves a study strategy that adapts to their own needs, strengths and abilities. This fall, I'll begin a PhD program in Sociology focusing on Latino immigration to the United States. Next spring, I will teach English in an Argentine university through the Fulbright program. In...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish, International Studies
PHD, Sociology
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 36
ACT Science: 32
Lauren
Certified Tutor
...tutor, I am experienced in assisting middle school students in all subjects. However, my passion lies in English literature and language arts, both of which I am adept at teaching across all age and learning levels. I hold a BA in English Literature from Kenyon College and an MA in Teaching from the University of...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English Literature
Masters, Teaching Secondary English/Language Arts
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Verbal: 720
SAT Writing: 720
Nicholas
Certified Tutor
...and insecurities with the utmost compassion and understanding and work with the student to overcome them. I am also available for college guidance counseling, college interview coaching, and Common Application essay editing based on experience working in the admissions office of one of the top small liberal arts schools in the country. Hobbies include: reading,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Sociology
Masters, Cognitive and Evolutionary Anthropology
Evan
Certified Tutor
...draw on my personal success on the SAT (perfect verbal score of 800) and the LSAT (167/180, 94th percentile nationally) to provide insight on test-taking strategies and knowledge of specific content areas. I recognize the inherent stress involved in taking standardized tests under timed conditions, but I strive to empower my students to do their...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, French Literature
Masters, J.D. (law)
SAT Verbal: 800
LSAT: 167
Dan
Certified Tutor
...developed their own love of learning. I specialize in analytical thinking, writing, and CrockPot cooking. I look forward to helping students become better readers, writers, economists, and playwrights. I live in Richmond, VA. I have a BA in economics from Kenyon and a JD from Boston College. I work and teach at VCU.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics
PHD, Law School/JD
Max
Certified Tutor
...essays, and mathematical expositions and proofs during my undergraduate career. Doing so, I honed my writing and editing skills. I believe that the best way to learn is by struggling. As a tutor, I would encourage students to work independently, teaching concepts rather than explicit solutions. I spent time working as an assistant teacher at...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics, Economics
Karen
Certified Tutor
...academically, and even though I have left the collegiate environment of Kenyon, I wish to continue sharing knowledge. I am honored to be able to help children and young adults succeed in academia and know the gratification of good grades, a good score, or simply a lesson well learned. I encourage my students to see...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English Literature
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Emma
Certified Tutor
...ago, and have been working with a variety of age groups and subjects ever since. I have tutored in elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and colleges. In college, I majored in Philosophy and minored in Physics and English. I'm excited to work with students and help them learn in their own individual ways!
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Philosophy
Michael
Certified Tutor
...teach, and I actually like standardized tests. Standardized tests are really a game, and like any other, you simply need to learn how to play. I aim to teach problem solving and logical reasoning to my students. I feel that it's important to have a big picture view and the ability to delve into a...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Masters, Biotechnology
SAT Verbal: 750
GRE Verbal: 165
Timothy
Certified Tutor
...pass a test or a class, looking to improve your language abilities, or just want to learn, look no further. I don't just know these subjects- I live them. I am bilingual and have lived and worked for human rights organizations in Spain and Mexico. In our first meeting, I will identify exactly what areas...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
Laura
Certified Tutor
...recent college graduate who studied Spanish Literature in college. I am very enthusiastic about the language and love working with students! In college, I taught introductory Spanish lessons to first-years. I also have experience working with both high school and elementary school students. I am open to working with any age group and any level,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Christopher
Certified Tutor
...loves listens to everything from ABBA to Japanese jazz-metal to Gucci Mane, but he remains utterly incapable of playing any instruments or even carrying a decent tune. Chris also enjoys camping, backpacking, and paddling, as well as weightlifting. He has gone on extended treks in Glacier, Sierra Nevada, King's Canyon, Yellowstone, and Rocky Mountain National...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, English
Yimei
Certified Tutor
More than 10 years of experiences in teaching and presenting in the areas of elementary math, science, English, Chinese, College biology, College chemistry. MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences MBA BA in Biology Product/Process Engineer Analytical Chemist
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biological and Physical Sciences
Master in Management, Business Administration and Management
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