Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Akron, OH

...their future endeavors. My Bachelor of Science degree is in Physics Teaching, with a minor in Chemistry, and my Master of Science degree is in Technology and Engineering Education. My programs well prepared me in the sciences and mathematics with many classes, labs, and tutoring opportunities. My Master's program is a rare field and has drastically reshaped the way I teach. For my thesis, I was able to study the effects of the engineering design...

...in a student's understanding. As indicated by my strong academic record, I take education very seriously. My own experiences and achievements allow me to offer useful strategies for preparing, studying, and learning. In addition, I have prior experience with teaching. A former math tutor at Kumon (an after-school enrichment center), I have taught levels of mathematics ranging from basic arithmetic through advanced calculus to students of all ages. It is my belief that knowledge is...

I'm entering my senior year at Case Western Reserve University. I'm happy to provide tutoring services for those interested in improving their academic performance or exam preparation. The subjects which I am most proficient include SAT Math, Algebra 1 , Algebra 2, Middle School Math, Pre-Algebra, Pre-Calculus, and Trigonometry.

...my favorite methods of helping others is teaching. As an older brother, I have been teaching in some forms throughout most of my life. In high school, most of my teaching experience came from annual basketball camps that the varsity team would hold for elementary-age players. In college, I gained plenty of experience on the academic side of teaching, as I was a TA for an introductory computer programming class, a paid peer tutor for...

...it to someone who may not be familiar with the subject matter. This a great challenge, but I enjoy it. I love to see the look on a person's face when they "get it." I have also found that I too learn new things about the subject that I may not have known before. This is a rewarding experience for me. The subjects I am most passionate about are Chemistry and Biochemistry. I am most...

...the past several years, I have worked with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences tutoring thermodynamics (my personal favorite), chemistry, and math. I have also tutored in the past for ACT/SAT and other subjects such as history, but I am deeply passionate about science and engineering. I tend to push my students to understand conceptual topics, as opposed to rote or algorithmic learning. In my free time, I love to bake sourdough, learn about history,...

...Peer Tutoring and Mentoring Club and enjoy working with students, primarily in math and science. My favorite subject is physics because it combines science with math and is actually applicable to real life. My learning philosophy is to just do practice problems. The more practice, the easier each problem will be. Somebody can spend all day just studying notes, but he or she will learn best by just doing practice problems. Outside of school, I...

...subjects ranging from math and science to SAT prep and language arts. My educational background includes an MPA in Development Practice from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, a B.S. in Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology, and a B.S. in Mathematics-Economics (both from UCLA). In addition, I have scored in the 99th percentile on the SAT, ACT, and GMAT exams and scored in the 95th percentile on the MCAT. I really enjoy working...

As a student, I understand how difficult school can be. Breaking down difficult concepts to more basic, understandable ideas can make all the difference. Learning should be tailored to one's needs, and classrooms cannot always teach that way. I look forward to helping students work to their full potential, and make the learning process easy. In terms of experience, I have been tutoring for 6 years now, with ages ranging from kindergarten through second-year college students.

...and numerous other classes. My favorite classes were ones I designed for the Case Western Reserve University SAGES program, specifically courses on "Lies and Deceit" and "Spies." I have assisted students with test prep work for both the ACT and the SAT, and I have worked for several years in Writing Centers. I am especially adept at helping students overcome writing anxiety, and I have numerous strategies for assisting with reading issues.

...medical student at Case Western Reserve University and will be starting my surgical training in 2020 at NYU. I graduated from Skidmore College in 2014 with a BA in Biology and a Music Minor (violin). I tutored extensively from 2014-2016 while working in Boston, MA as a research coordinator and I am comfortable teaching MCAT and STEP 1 board exam material. I believe that every student has the potential to achieve their goals and I...

...a peer tutor as well as a professional tutor. I tutor several subjects at various grade levels. I love teaching English, phonics, reading, and writing and have worked at my university's Writing and Research Center for 2 years. I also really enjoy tutoring math across grade levels. I have successfully helped students improve SAT and ACT scores, achieve admittance into to provide grade and high schools, and improve grades in their classes. Honestly, I have...

...science, SAT and ACT prep. I scored a 36 on the ACT and 1590 on the SAT. I cater all my lessons individually to each student, and work with the student to make sure their needs are met. I also provide notes and summaries of lessons, so that students can retain what they learn. I believe practice is the best way to learn so I always integrate practice problems into my lessons.

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Hi there! My name is Amanda Tucker and I'm a organized Mathematics Teacher up-to-date on the latest developments in the Common Core curriculum and content-specific pedagogy. It is my desire to empower students to succeed and learn the skills necessary to become highly valued members of society. I believe that students should take an active role in the learning process and I am fully committed to providing support to students from all backgrounds.

...to ocean currents and everything in between. I tutor ACT and SAT test prep, biology, and many levels of English and math. My favorite subjects to tutor are biology and math. My teaching philosophy is one of guided practice. I find that the most effective way to teach is to give a step by step explanation, and have the student answer conceptual questions, with the ultimate intent of the student replicating the process on their...

...High School and then attended college at Cleveland State University. Recently, I graduated from Cleveland State University with a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. At Cleveland State University, I was exposed to working with college students in science classes like General Chemistry and English classes. Although I've tutored college students, I also have experience tutoring high school students as well as middle school students. I tutor Biology, Chemistry, Spanish, Pharmacology, Anatomy &...

I am a sophomore at The Ohio State University, majoring in Electrical Engineering. I love anything related to STEM, especially mathematics, and I would love to help students that are having difficulty and/or are struggling with Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Pre-calculus, Calculus 1 and Calculus 2. I also believe I am a good test taker and can teach you strategies to improve your overall scores in either the ACT or SAT!

...a focus in TESOL and special education from Cleveland State University. Lydia is a certified Barton Tutor and a certified Orton Gillingham instructor. Lydia's favorite part about tutoring is when a student grasps a new concept and masters something that was previously frustrating to them. When teaching, she prioritizes a growth mindset by encouraging students to remember that learning is the goal and that all effort makes them stronger. She also has extensive training in...