Mikhail
Certified Tutor
...coursework in both math and economics and understand which skills and concepts are essential to develop early on in order to succeed in more advanced courses. I have had prior experience tutoring chess to students ranging from elementary school to high school. My grandma was a mathematics teacher back in Russia and her excitement and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics, Economics, Pre-Medical Track
SAT Math: 790
Danielle
Certified Tutor
...my students lives I am able to engage them in the subject and provide them with the capacity to learn the material. Writing and reading are also challenges for students I am currently working with or have taught in the past. I believe firmly in what I call "text coding." I encourage my students to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History/Philosophy; Minor Environmental Studies
Master of Arts, Social Studies Education
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Alyssa
Certified Tutor
...individualized instruction is the key ingredient to academic success. When I am not in the classroom, I am either listening to music, watching a Yankee game, reading, or am found guilty of online shopping. However, I try to incorporate my hobbies into my classroom as often as possible! This makes learning math, or any subject...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Human Development
Masters, Adolescent Mathematics
State Certified Teacher
Johnny
Certified Tutor
...in a unique was, and I adapt my teaching style to best accommodate my student. I've tutored students in writing, reading, test prep, and math, in both one-on-one sessions and in groups. I'm most passionate about teaching writing. Whether it's a college essay or a book report, I believe empowering a student to communicate in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, Adolescent Education
SAT Writing: 750
Matthew
Certified Tutor
...skills. These abilities not only aid in succeeding in school but also assist in professional pursuits outside of the classroom. Think of how important it is to write coherently and comprehend what you read! I love making English fun for students. I am interested in providing students with the knowledge to excel in English. My...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English Rhetoric
Master of Arts, Adolescence Education - English
Amanda
Certified Tutor
...small, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation funded, non-traditional charter school at the forefront of the project-based, standards-based, early-college movement. I have taught students of all ages in traditional and non-traditional settings. Everything I do with my students is designed to build confidence, develop critical thinking skills and encourage them to believe they can succeed. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science
Master of Arts, Mathematics Education
State Certified Teacher
SAT Math: 700
GRE Quantitative: 168
GRE Verbal: 167
Gina
Certified Tutor
...to working with you and helping your child succeed whether it is just brushing up on some old topics or starting from scratch with a very challenging subject. Learning is fun and school should be enjoyable. Doing well in your classes is the first place to start in order to create a fun and memorable...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SAT Math: 720
Eric
Certified Tutor
...I have developed my communication and leadership skills over many years working in Emergency Medical Services and as a Resident Assistant. As a teacher, I consider myself to be "A Guide on the Side, and not a Sage on the Stage." My role is to help my students generate answers and ideas on their own,...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology and History
Jessica
Certified Tutor
...pursue a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction at UT. Working with students on an individual basis is a wonderful opportunity for me to craft a personalized approach to subject matter and techniques. I especially enjoy working with students on their writing, whether personal essays or application statements that they have time to edit and revise,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching English 7-12
State Certified Teacher
GRE: 326
GRE Verbal: 165
Matthew
Certified Tutor
...understand the material, succeed on exams and seeing how proud and accomplished they are. I started tutoring when I was 17 years old doing Basic Math and as I have gone through my schooling I have begun to expand my teaching to all Mathematics classes and Physics classes when needed. I have tutored privately and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Physics, Mathematics
Master of Science, Physics
Walter
Certified Tutor
...genuine learning. Not always trying to see things in conventional ways and with conventional results can help you to better appreciate set standards and norms in a new way, both for their flaws and qualities. Learning can be a fun, even pleasant, and certainly an empowering process, but it isn't always so. Learning can also...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English, Art History
Doctor of Philosophy, English
State Certified Teacher
Umit
Certified Tutor
...and M.S. degree in Business. As a personal tutor, my primary goal is to help my students discover a hidden sweetness in the so called bitterness of education, in the hope that one day that sweetness of knowledge will guide them to a wonderland no one has ever seen before. In my spare time, I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Masters in Business Administration, Management
Richard
Certified Tutor
...work that much harder to achieve their goals. I believe a tutor is not only a teacher, but a mentor as well, and I always try to develop a personal relationship with each of my students. I also really enjoy practicing guitar, reading novels, watching movies, and am a fan of football.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics & Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 730
Matt
Certified Tutor
...Math, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Physics, and AP Physics. In my free time, I enjoy watching and playing all types of sports, riding my bike, play video games, and hanging out with friends. I also volunteer for the Thersea Foundation - a foundation for children with special needs. I enjoy teaching young children and helping them...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
John
Certified Tutor
...have tutored various subjects, but am most suitable for math and science coursework. I have always valued education and all it has to offer. Education challenges us all, but in the end it opens new doors and provides each of us with a sense of accomplishment. In addition to tutoring, I enjoy skiing, golfing, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Financial Economics/Integrative Neuroscience
ACT Math: 33
Travis
Certified Tutor
...how educational inequalities perpetuate variations in the ways that individual’s access, use and benefit from Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) & the Internet. Moreover, I completed my undergraduate studies at Binghamton University and, next fall, I plan on beginning a Doctoral program for Information Communication Studies or Sociology. For fun, I have many hobbies--most of which...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Master of Arts, Sociology and Criminology
Peter
Certified Tutor
...individuals from a wide range of ages and in several different environments. I have worked with people on an individual bases, have spent time as a classroom teacher, and was also a teaching assistant in college in several subjects. I believe that each person has a different style of learning, and I will individualize tutoring...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
Dawn
Certified Tutor
...10 years in the classroom, as well as tutoring one-on-one. I am very enthusiastic and passionate about learning and helping others reach their academic goals. Having been a student myself, I understand that at times we need a bit more assistance and support in our studies. In my free time, I enjoy reading good literature...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, German Language & Literature
Master of Arts, Education
Olga
Certified Tutor
...for several years, and I have also volunteered at a middle school helping students with their homework in different subjects. I am an avid reader and my love of learning led me to study and obtain three more degrees. I recently started practicing guitar. I love music, movies, concerts, and books.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Master of Arts, Translation (Spanish to English)
Kevin
Certified Tutor
...Chemistry, Physics, Geometry, Algebra, Biochemistry, Math, and Nutrition. My favorite subjects to tutor are Biology, Math, and Physics. Biology because I am very interested in the way that life functions, and math and physics because I am interested in the principles of physics--and physics is essentially math. As a relatively recent graduate, I have recently...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Cell/Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710
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