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10+ years
Justin
I obtained my BA in History from the Honors College at the University at Buffalo and a Masters Degree in Education from D'Youville College. I am finishing my certification in E-Learning from George Mason University. I have nearly a decade of experience tutoring students with seven years of full-time...
D'Youville College
Masters, Education
University at Buffalo
Bachelors, History

Certified Tutor
3+ years
Michaela
I currently attend the University at Buffalo where I am working toward my B.A. in philosophy and my B.S. in biology. In high school, I was valedictorian of my class and excelled in every subject. I scored well on both the SAT and ACT, which helped me to earn a full scholarship.I believe that anyone ...
University at Buffalo
Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Savannah
I recently graduated from the University at Buffalo with a BS in Business Administration. My junior and senior year of college I worked as a tutor and primarily taught college level macroeconomics, microeconomics and statistics. I have worked with over 40 students and have learned that each student ...
University at Buffalo
Bachelors, Business Administration and Management

Certified Tutor
Aplomb
Greetings parents and students, thank you for visiting my page. I am a Chinese American, who finished my K-12 education in China. Under the Chinese education system, I have a very strong fundamental knowledge of math and science. I learned college level general Physics in grade 8, general Chemistry ...
University at Buffalo
Bachelor of Science, Pharmacology & Toxicology

Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am a 3rd year undergrad at the University at Buffalo, working toward my Mathematics BS with a computer science concentration. I find math exceptionally fascinating; I not only aim to teach an understanding of math but also an appreciation. I have taken courses in Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus (I...
University at Buffalo
Bachelors, Math

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jonathan
Hello everyone! I'm Dr. Jonathan Folmsbee, and I've been tutoring/teaching calculus and physics for 8+ years now. My goal as a tutor/instructor is to get you to the point where the test doesn't seem scary, and instead just feels like another homework assignment or problem set. I believe that math an...
University at Buffalo
Doctor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Certified Tutor
7+ years
Timothy
In addition to receiving a B.A. in English from the University at Buffalo, I am a graduate of Deep Springs College: an elite liberal arts program located in Eastern California. Unlike most schools, the admission process to Deep Springs involves writing - and later defending before a panel of staff, ...
University at Buffalo
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
Michael
My passion is making math and science visual and applicable. I want to bring my experience from being a college professor to students as a tutor.
Canisius College
Associate in Science, Sports Medicine
University at Buffalo
Doctor of Philosophy, Exercise Science

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Chad
Hey there,I am a recent graduate from the University at Buffalo receiving my bachelors in biological sciences. I have been tutoring for the past 13 years since I was a freshman in High School. My passion in life is sharing knowledge with the people around me. I hope to obtain my PhD in a few years i...
University at Buffalo
Bachelors, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Brittany
I am currently an Academic Intervention Services (AIS) teacher in Oceanside, New York. This position has given me significant experience utilizing small-group instruction with students requiring intervention in reading and math. I strive to design engaging lessons based on interactive exercises, act...
University at Buffalo
Masters in Education, Education
SUNY College at Old Westbury
Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
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