Paul
Certified Tutor
...the expression of understanding on the face of a student. I used to do stand-up comedy and sing in an acapella group, and I try to input at least some comedy into my tutoring (not a lot of opportunity for singing). I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, did graduate school at Pace University, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History, Communications
Master of Science, Science of Teaching in History
State Certified Teacher
Jeff
Certified Tutor
Hey everyone! I'm a recent graduate with degrees in Mathematics and Economics. While in college, I worked as a tutor for the university. I've had a good deal of experience and success and look forward to helping you soon.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics, Economics
Matthew
Certified Tutor
My name is Matt, I am a network administrator who has worked in many different environments, doing everything from your basic desktop support, to server setups/support, and scripting. I also handle training for my coworkers and users on anything from setting up a computer to writing scripts.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Information Systems
Caryn
Certified Tutor
...courses, and can work with students on their study and organizational skills. I understand the jump to high school and then to college and how the expectations change. My goal as a tutor is to work with each student on an individual basis to ensure and further enhance their study skills in the classroom. In...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Business Administration, Marketing
Masters in Business Administration, Financial Management
Blake
Certified Tutor
...middle and high schools. I am an experienced Algebra and Geometry teacher, and I have good working knowledge of all subject areas in Mathematics. I have also been previously employed as a Mathematics tutor for college level Algebra and Trigonometry. I make a great tutor for two reasons, one, my problem solving tool set and,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics, Theater
Master of Science, Mathematics Education
State Certified Teacher
Adam
Certified Tutor
...In this one year program, I am taking pre-requisite courses to be eligible for medical school. I enjoy tutoring Science as well as Math and especially enjoy helping students overcome anxieties and fears they have associated with these subjects. In my spare time I enjoy running, biking, and swimming as well as baking.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Natural Resources
Master of Science, Education
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 710
Sierra
Certified Tutor
...I attempt to create connections between the content, process, and student. Because students tend to struggle in mathematics and science, I enjoy making these concepts transparent, fun, easy to understand and remember. When I am not teaching or tutoring, I enjoy coaching my middle school Step and Basketball Teams, in addition to taking these students...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Master of Science, Adolescent Education
Ted
Certified Tutor
...held senior financial management positions in major NYC based companies and currently serve as Comptroller for a large organization. While comfortable teaching English and Math test prep and Regents prep for a wide range of exams, over the past year, I have worked quite a lot with ISEE, SHSAT, SSAT and Algebra students. From the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Kristina
Certified Tutor
...as well as a full time elementary ESL teacher in South Korea. While in Korea, I also tutored conversational English on the side. While I have many certifications in the field of English, my favorite areas to teach are English literature and writing and anything having to do with ESL. I myself greatly enjoy both...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Masters, Education
Clementine
Certified Tutor
...and high school years. I currently work as a business counselor where I teach entrepreneurs and young business owners how to write business plans and create their financial statements. I tutor Algebra, Calculus I, Introductory Finance, Introductory Accounting, and French although my true passion is Maths. If I had to describe my tutoring style in one...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Masters in Business Administration, Financial Management
GRE Verbal: 157
Lindsey
Certified Tutor
...school and got my Master of Arts in Teaching. Since 2009, I have taught 8th, 9th, 10th, and 12th grades. I have also taught three different courses as an adjunct instructor. My educational philosophy is based on considering the whole student: what he or she likes, his or her strengths and weaknesses, his or her...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, English Secondary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Verbal: 800
Marissa
Certified Tutor
...believe this helps students learn better. When tutoring math I will often bring my iPad and start the session with digital flashcards etc. because students should have a through memorization of fundamental skills such as time tables. In addition to my experience in special education I have also worked as an ESL and ELA teacher...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Journalism
Masters, Special Education/General Education
Stacy
Certified Tutor
...increased confidence. My desire is to see students progress, not only academically, but be strengthened with skills that will help them in the future. Having met children from around the world through humanitarian work, what is consistent is that we all have a dream and a unique story. If you need help, I'd like to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mass Communications
Masters, Publishing
Allison
Certified Tutor
...assignments. One of the most rewarding teaching experiences I have had is with my current job as a clinician at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes. As a clinician, I work one on one with students to improve their decoding and reading comprehension skills through a specifically designed reading program and lesson plan. I also worked with a...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English Language and Literature
Tamika
Certified Tutor
...respect. I encourage my students to keep respect at the forefront of all conversations and interactions. I model this practice by respecting learners and taking their learning abilities with high regard. I prioritize planning sessions to transform students weaknesses into strengths. I strive to help students foster a love for reading and build on their...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Masters, Education
Pinelopi
Certified Tutor
...Early Childhood Education & Special Education at Touro College. My path so far has given me the opportunity to develop a wide variety of skills -classroom experience in diverse environmental and geographical settings, excellent critical and analytical thinking, problem solving and research, and organizational and communications skills- which makes me an ideal tutor.... "As long as I live, I learn," said Solon even though all humanity believes it was Socrates! Knowledge never stops, I say; it...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Finance and Accounting
Masters, Marketing
Patrice
Certified Tutor
...two sisters, are a close knit one. I specialize in Deaf Education and am proficient in A.S.L. I enjoy teaching students of all ages. I enjoy my profession and have both a full time job teaching Emotionally Challenged students and a part time teaching online. I teach students K-20 in E.L.A, Elementary Math, Reading, Writing,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Deaf Education And Special Education
Masters, Educational Administration and Special Education
Caroline
Certified Tutor
...school in Brooklyn. I love math and science and love working with kids so teaching and tutoring is really the culmination of my passions :) In my spare time I like to cook, go for bike rides, rock climb, knit, and go for runs in the park. I believe that learning should be fun so...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Physics, Mathematics
Current Grad Student, Science Teaching
Danielle
Certified Tutor
...more confident in their abilities and their skill level and grades improve. I have a BA in Business Administration, with a minor in Economics from the University of Connecticut. I have an MS in Secondary Education from Pace University and an MA in Education Policy from Columbia University. In my free time I enjoy art, design,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Business, Marketing
Masters, Secondary Education, Mathematics
LSAT: 160
Shana
Certified Tutor
...as an educator, I've taught phonics to essay writing, number sense to logarithms. My success is not based on the curriculum knowledge but rather on the ability to: - Identify the root cause and need of the student. (For example, I've tutored many students that claim to need help with algebra, when in fact their misconceptions...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Sociology
Masters, Bilingual Elementary Education (1-6)
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