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Nancy

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Nancy

Master of Science, Speech-Language Pathology
Nancy's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

I am currently a recent M.S. graduate in Speech-Language Pathology. My clinical experiences with various populations, both children and adults, have taught me the importance of creativity and personalizing session. I am dedicated to motivate each student to reach his/her personal goals, and adapt to...

Education

New York University

Master of Science, Speech-Language Pathology

CUNY Queens College

Bachelor in Arts, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Stony Brook University

Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Mariana

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Mariana

Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Mariana's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Biomechanics
Biomedical Engineering
Biostatistics

With a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering, my education focused heavily in calculus, math at all levels and physics. Biomedical Engineering also helped developed my biological knowledge.I have experience as a TA during my undergrad and graduate years. I have been teaching in ...

Education

Stony Brook University

Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Aderinsola

Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Aderinsola's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Biology
College Application Essays
College Biology

Hi! I'm Aderinsola, (Sola for short) and I graduated with my Bachelors in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University and my Masters in Biophysics/Physiology from Stony Brook University. While I was in college, I realized that the best way to comprehend what is taught isn't always in a classroom, bu...

Education

Stony Brook University

Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor in Arts, Public Health

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Srabanti

Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
Srabanti's other Tutor Subjects
Math
Middle School Math
REGENTS Prep
Test Prep

Hi my name is Sree and I'm currently studying Biology at Stony Brook! I'm excited to help with whatever you're having trouble with and hopefully we will power through together. If you have any questions feel free to ask any time!

Education

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences

Test Scores
SAT
1410

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Arlene

Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Arlene's other Tutor Subjects
Art
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I have my masters in Occupational Therapy and graduated from NYU. I also have my Bachelors of Art in Psychology and graduated from Stony Brook University. I have been working with students with special needs for 9 years. I primarily work with fine motor skills including handwriting and formation of ...

Education

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Umair

Current Undergrad Student, Applied Mathematics
Umair's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus
Calculus 2

I am a senior at Stony Brook University majoring in Applied Mathematics and Statistics along with a Pre-Med Track. I have tutored people in the range of 13-23 years old. I have tutored Calculus for my school's learning center. I love working with people, as I believe it is a learning for me as well....

Education

Stony Brook University

Current Undergrad Student, Applied Mathematics

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Kavan

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Kavan's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Writing
Algebra
AP Computer Science A

I love tutoring students. Whether it's family, friends, or new students, I've had experiences with all different types of learners which has helped me grow as a tutor and become more flexible through experimenting and developing different teaching modes. In high school, learning to manage my time he...

Education

Stony Brook University

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kyle

Current Undergrad, Physics
Kyle's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
College Algebra
College English

I graduated from SUNY Maritime College in 2012 with a bachelor's degree in business, and I am now studying physics at Stony Brook University. My personal philosophy is that anything is possible when someone has a goal he or she set for herself or himself and he or she willing to put in the effort to...

Education

Stony Brook University

Current Undergrad, Physics

Certified Tutor

Breanna

BS

Hi! My name is Breanna and I am a lover of all things English and Biology. In my free time I love to read, write, and travel. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Biology and a Master's degree in Bioethics. I look forward to helping you in any way I can :)

Education

Stony Brook University

BS

Certified Tutor

Tim

Master of Arts, General Literature
Tim's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
British Literature

I graduated from CUNY Hunter College with my Masters in English Literature in 2019, marking the end to a long period of intense study and travel. Since then, I have gone on to become an instructor and tutor for first-year undergraduates and older adult students at my local community college, where I...

Education

CUNY Hunter College

Master of Arts, General Literature

Stony Brook University

Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Krupa

Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
Krupa's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP Language Composition
ACCUPLACER Prep
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning

I graduated from Stony Brook University in NY with my Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with a focus on Emergency Medicine. I am currently enrolled in a Masters of Physician Assistant Program at Thiel College. My strength is that I have a wide range of education and have developed several study...

Education

Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Dani

PHD, Neuroscience
Dani's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic

I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology & Experimental Neuroscience from Elon University, located in North Carolina. Shortly thereafter I began to work towards my PhD in the field of experimental neuroscience research. My strongest subjects include statistics, math, and the sciences. My fav...

Education

Stony Brook University

PHD, Neuroscience

Elon University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Julia

Current Grad Student, English
Julia's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
College English
College Level American Literature
English

I am a PhD candidate in English literature dedicated to teaching writing, reading comprehension, and literary analysis.

Education

University of Florida

Bachelors, English

Stony Brook University

Current Grad Student, English

Certified Tutor

Danny

Master of Arts, Education
Danny's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
Conversational Spanish

One of my favorite writers, Bret Lott, once wrote: "Of course words matter. Of course we must choose carefully." As a teacher, I aim to impart Mr. Lott's lesson to my students, chiefly, that we must give time and effort, as well as great care, to the manner in which we express ourselves. After all, ...

Education

Brooklyn College - CUNY

Master of Arts, Education

Stony Brook University

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Divya

BS
Divya's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Elementary School Math

I recently graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelors of Science in Biology and a Bachelors of Arts in Sociology. While in college, I tutored children in SAT math as well as subjects such as chemistry and biology. I have recently also taken the MCAT and am very passionate about chemistry...

Education

Stony Brook University

BS

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Stony Brook University alumni tutors excel across the university's strongest programs, including STEM fields like physics, chemistry, mathematics, and engineering, as well as life sciences and computer science. Many also specialize in business, economics, and humanities subjects. Because these tutors have completed advanced coursework in their areas of expertise, they can explain complex concepts clearly and help students master material at the depth required for Stony Brook's curriculum.

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Alumni tutors understand the exam formats and question styles used in Stony Brook courses because they've taken similar tests themselves. They can help you review material strategically, practice with realistic problems, and develop test-taking strategies tailored to your professors' expectations. Their knowledge of what to focus on—and what professors typically emphasize—gives you a significant advantage in preparation.

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