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Certified Tutor
6+ years
Maima
I graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a BS in Civil Engineering in the spring of 2016. During my undergrad, I tutored for two years as a Engineering Statics and Dynamics tutor. As a tutor, I like to follow along with the student so they understand step by step what is happening and ...
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Hi - I'm Peter. I've always had a preference for math and science, which explains my undergrad choice in engineering. I graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. I received my MBA (Industrial Management) from the Wharton Graduate Division at U. of Pa. M...
University of Pennsylvania
Master's/Graduate
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Obeng
My goal is to make students develop passion in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). I will not only make them plug numbers into equations, but will relate these equations with real life situations and arts. I believe through this technique of teaching and learning, students will...
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Matthew
Be a lifelong learner
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Kim
I have always loved math and helping people grow skills and gain confidence with their math studies. If any students are in the Brick, NJ area I am still willing to do IN PERSON TUTORING.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Union College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
14+ years
Lewis
As a recent graduate in Chemical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a passionate mathematician, I am looking to share my insight and passion through tutoring students. I strive to add fun to subjects that are usually seen as bland or less than exciting, and create a positive learn...
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Lori
My background in mechanical engineering and PhD has given me extensive experience working through complex technical and analytical problems. Throughout my career, I've often helped others understand challenging engineering concepts by breaking them down into clear, manageable steps. My tutoring phi...
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Masters / Graduate
University of Missouri
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Daniel
Learning a new subject can be confusing, and the manner in which the information is delivered is as important as what is being said. Making seemingly complicated problems simple is what makes me a proficient tutor. I would love to be given the opportunity to prove it to you. I can tutor almost any M...
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics (double major)
Certified Tutor
Kulsum
My name is Kulsum. I am a senior currently studying Biomedical Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a degree in Physics BioChem from Siena College. I aspire to become a medical care professional and work in disadvantaged and underserved communities. I believe that if an individual is...
Siena College
Bachelors, Physics BioChem
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Current Grad Student, Biomedical Engineering (Second Bachelor of Science)
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Michael
I recently graduated with a degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I have accomplished many things while at college, such as programming a robot to drive itself around a building, and constructing a pump for an experiment in detecting dark matter. I also w...
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
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