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Julie: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...sociology and a double minor in visual arts and philosophy. During my undergraduate career I worked with students as young as preschool and as old as high school seniors on their reading and writing skills. I truly believe that reading and writing is the key to understanding and interacting with the world in a positive way. I know certain books have changed my life and I hope to instill the same passion I have for...
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Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Urban Education
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 700
Elsbeth: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...that enthusiasm, especially when challenges are encountered in the learning process. Without these steps, the progress of the student will be much slower, if there is any at all. One on one teaching sessions are uniquely designed to better accomplish these steps. Perhaps your student's teacher has been too busy to really get to know him or her, or perhaps their personalities simply clash, which makes the learning process much more difficult for your child....
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Warren Wilson College - Bachelors, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Verbal: 740
Kevin: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...particularly in preparation for the AP European/American History exams as well as the AP American Government/Comparative Politics exams. I also offer ACT/SAT Writing, ACT/SAT Reading, SAT Verbal and ACT English tutoring. My approach to tutoring is centered on the belief that nothing is particularly difficult if you just break it down into small parts. For example, things like Advanced Placement tests and standardized tests when viewed as a whole can seem like daunting tasks which...
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American University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
Bill: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...M.F.A. in Creative Writing. I have been tutoring writing since 2014. I truly enjoy discussing syntax, content, and structure, not only because I may impart my own knowledge and experience, but because I may learn from the incredible diversity and uniqueness with which people approach language. I believe tutoring is mutual, and I am excited to work with as many different students as possible. I enjoy novel writing, playing guitar and piano, programming, playing RPGs...
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University of Maine - Bachelors, English and Philosophy
University of Maine - Masters, English
Miguel: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...sessions. I emphasize a strategy based approach to studying, and keep an updated list of strategies that my students are finding helpful. I prefer to test mastery of material via a role reversal in which I see if the student can teach me how to correctly solve problems and arrive at the correct answers. In my opinion, there is no better way to assess the depth and breadth of one's knowledge than to try to...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Computer Science / English
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Alex: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...as well as test prep for the SAT. In that time period, I have had the opportunity to work with dozens of students with different backgrounds, skill levels, and learning styles. As much as tutoring helps the student, it also helps me. My instruction incorporates the best techniques and explanations that I have found most effective over the years. I believe there are two critical ingredients needed to conquer any math issues. The first, is...
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Drexel University - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
Drexel University - Current Grad Student, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720
Joshua: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...on the social exclusion of African immigrants in Western Europe. Since graduation, I have worked at a public school in Harlem as the College Counselor working with students from grades 6-12. In my two years of experience, I have had the opportunity to network with college admissions counselors across the country, and I gladly connect my students to any college admissions departments I am familiar with. Although my tutoring specialty is test prep -- SAT,...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Social Policy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
Kate: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When I'm not working or studying, I love playing volleyball (indoors or on the beach!) and spending time outside, canoeing or hiking with my dog. I look forward to meeting and working with you!
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Masters, Environmental Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Nicholas: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
I'm a recent graduate from the University of Pennsylvania who studied Linguistics and Deaf Studies. I eventually hope to work towards breaking down barriers between the Deaf and hearing worlds and encouraging greater focus on reforming Deaf education practices.
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Linguistics
Middlebury College - Masters, French Linguistics and Pedagogy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Anvith: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...pathophysiology, and more. However, my experience as a tutor extends beyond this; since middle school, I've been teaching elementary and middle school math and science at my local library. As a tutor, I'm passionate about math and science: this includes subjects from elementary math/science to AP courses like AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, and AP Environmental Science. I've also scored very well on standardized exams (35 on the ACT, National Merit Finalist recognition for the...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
JJ: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...of California, Davis and conducted a field research project that investigated how pesticides affect honey bee behavior. I also worked as a teaching assistant at Davis and co-created and taught a course about current issues related to beekeeping and bee conservation. I finished my M.S.in Entomology at the beginning of 2015. I have a sincere love of learning and find great joy in helping others achieve their academic goals. I believe a teacher must be...
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Villanova University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of California-Davis - Master of Science, Entomology
SAT Math: 720
GRE: 331
GRE Quantitative: 167
Abby: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...in my family, the application process was very new and overwhelming. Through countless research and helping younger students, I am confident in my knowledge of the application process and my ability to help formulate strong essays and applications. As an engineering student, I am constantly learning new math and science topics and know how frustrating it can be to not understand them. I hope my knowledge can help alleviate or avoid this frustration for other...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Engineering, Engineering, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 750
Katia: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...in 2020 and starting residency in Internal Medicine. I'm also a graduate of Columbia University with a BA in biology. I've always been interested in a wide range of subjects in school and love to encourage students to be enthusiastic about learning too. I often find that anxiety or fear are the first barriers to overcome in learning challenges. After that, hard work and lots of practice can conquer any difficult topic!... Review concepts, identify strengths...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Biology, General
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Masters, Biomedical Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 800
Daniel: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
I'm currently a sophomore at Case Western University. Among my friends I'm the go-to guy for help before tests, and I tutored under my high school's National Honor Society for two years. I think learning can be really enjoyable with the right attitude - hopefully I can prove it to you!
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Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800
Samantha: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
I am a graduate of UCLA with a major in Physiological Science and a minor in Spanish. This past year, I worked in a third grade math class with City Year New York. I have years of tutoring experience, and I am passionate about learning and working with children.
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Physiolgical Science
Max: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...taken the new MCAT and believe that I can teach my tools for success to any pre-student willing to learn them. I have been a teaching assistant for both General Chemistry I and II for two semesters each and have taught CPR, AED, First Aid to Salt Lake City Citizens. I have always enjoyed teaching, specifically being able to teach one-on-one. Connecting with students, making them feel comfortable to express concerns, and then being able...
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University of Utah - Bachelors, Exercise and Sports Science
Jackson: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...a quality education. I have been tutor with Varsity Tutors for over a year, and volunteered as a tutor with the National Honor Society and Let's Get Ready - an organization that offers free SAT-prep for underserved youth. I love to tutor in social studies, humanities, and life sciences, and have a lot of experience in tutoring for AP and SAT tests. My basic outlook on education is that 1. Everyone is intelligent and capable...
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Oberlin College - Bachelors, Environmental Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800
Kevin: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...after school to help fellow students with AP Chemistry content before major exams and quizzes. I currently tutor in math (up to AP Calculus BC/Calculus II), chemistry, physics, biology and offer test prep for the SAT and several SAT Subject tests. However my favorite subjects to tutor involve chemistry, due to the various real world examples that make the subject more comprehensible and ultimately enjoyable for students. My hobbies and interests include dancing, solving crossword...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Dennis: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...at the Norfolk State University Department of Engineering, designing, simulating, optimizing, and building light filters for wavelength-division optical-electronic multiplexers. Another field I study is the mathematics of quasicrystals and aperiodic tilings, such as the Penrose tiling of rhombuses. Outside of school I play the trombone and piano, and enjoy hiking and bicycling. I teach first aid skills and lead camping trips for freshman orientation. Learning can be hard alone, but friends can make it easy.
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Princeton University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Patrick: Montgomery County tutor
Certified Tutor in Montgomery County, PA
...from the University of Pennsylvania in May of 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and a minor in Spanish. While I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I am most passionate about SAT/ACT Reading and Writing , Spanish, History, and ESOL. I enjoy being a tutor because I love to help students strive for and achieve their goals! I believe every student learns in a different way, which is why I personalize...
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University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, International Relations
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Montgomery County is affectionately called Montco by the nearly 800,000 locals that call it home. As Pennsylvania's third-most populous county, there is major diversity in land and home ownership. You'll find a range of properties, from open land and farms in the Upper Hanover area, to Cheltenham's thickly populated streets of rowhouses. This suburban-style county is located just northwest of Philadelphia, and was named Forbes' 9th Best Place to Raise a Family.
There are two higher learning institutions in Montgomery County: Gwynedd Mercy University and St. Charles Borromeo Seminary. You'll also find 30 public high schools here, which serve more than 43,000 students. All of the public schools within this county are members of either the Souderton C's Collaborative (AKA Souderton Area School District), or the Wissahickon School District, which ranked #8 in the state. Montgomery County, PA, tutors are available to students in the area.
The three top public high schools in Montgomery County are Harriton Senior High School, Lower Merion High School, and Wissahickon High School. For all three of these top schools, 90 percent of the students or more are considered to be proficient in reading and/or math, according to state test scores. Tutors have contributed to such achievements. If you are interested in private test prep instruction, Montgomery County, PA, tutoring is a great solution. It is available either online or in-home.
When it comes to things to do in Montgomery County, nature and history are key. Here, you'll find seven parks with various themes, from farming and camping to fishing and boating. There are numerous pavilions, six major hiking and biking trails, and multiple historical sites to see, such as the magnificent Victorian Aldie Mansion and the Andalusia on the Delaware. Equestrian life is big here too, so horse lovers have access to rescue centers, as well as local equestrian events and horse parks. Some notable attractions include the Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, Bristol Riverside Theater, and Balloon Rides by The U.S. Hot Air Balloon Team.
For water lovers, there's kayaking or canoeing, and for the adventurous ones, enjoy the ride of your life while zip lining through the trees at Spring Mountain Adventures. You'll appreciate the beautiful views of the county landscape as you float around in a hot air balloon. Then, grab the kids and the rest of the family and head on over to meet the exotic animals and bison at Elmwood Park Zoo. And, for the history buffs, there's the American Treasure Tour, which uses memorabilia to give unique views of the past of the US, and the history of the Continental Army at the Valley Forge National Historical Park.
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