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...everyone to be able to perform academically at their highest possible level. I also think it is important that learning is not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at... Read more
Can also tutor: Vocabulary, High School English, English Grammar and Syntax and 53 more subjects.
Education
- Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
- University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
- SAT Math: 740
- SAT Verbal: 800
Biography
...distinguish my students over their peers. Tailoring the material to the student will be an important way for him or her to, not only, understand and retain the information, but also to apply it. There are many educational tools that are either not used in classrooms or are not suitable for groups, finding the right tool for the student will be central to my approach. My background is interdisciplinary and broad. I am a practicing... Read more
Can also tutor: Public Speaking, English Grammar and Syntax, Writing and 40 more subjects.
Education
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Policy and Management
- Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
Biography
...flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable. I love to use visual and real world examples to help you grasp difficult concepts. At the end of our sessions, it is my mission to make sure that you can not only solve sample problems,... Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, Writing, College English and 65 more subjects.
Education
- University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Human Development & Family Studies
- Fairfield University - Current Grad Student, School Counseling
Test Scores
- ACT English: 34
Biography
...a high-performing middle school for the past five years. My greatest passion is making science accessible, especially when it can seem confusing and intimidating. I love activating students' natural curiosity and inquiry, and using that to build confidence in and mastery of a wide variety of academic topics. I graduated from Yale University with a double major in Environmental Studies and International Studies, and I love the way science and real-world issues can interact. Part... Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, College English, Writing and 43 more subjects.
Education
- Yale University - Bachelors, Environmental Studies
- Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
- SAT Math: 770
- SAT Verbal: 800
Biography
...and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency whose values I share and whose work I love. My goal as a tutor is to help students discover their individual path to learning. Students do this by identifying their motivations, strengths and goals. Learning is about exploration, discovery, and growth so it should be enjoyed and valued. Read more
Can also tutor: Writing, Public Speaking, ESL/ELL and 37 more subjects.
Education
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Marketing
- Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
Test Scores
- SAT Math: 730
- SAT Verbal: 700
- GRE Verbal: 164
Biography
...conflicting pieces of information (the blocking, a quick change in costumes, changes in a script) and quickly organize that information so that I can convey it to someone else. I enjoy and excel at condensing and re-communicating facts or tasks, so that they become comprehensible to someone who may not understand them the first time around. It is not just my success at standardized tests or in my classes that will make me a great... Read more
Can also tutor: English Grammar and Syntax, Literature, High School English and 50 more subjects.
Education
- University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Theater & Performance Studies
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
- SAT Math: 800
- SAT Verbal: 800
Biography
...self-expression in speaking and writing (which was reflected in high TOEFL scores). I've got a knack for identifying an essay's strengths and weaknesses, and for giving specific feedback to make written ideas come to life. In addition, I have a passion for helping students improve their performance in ACT Reading, Writing, and Science. Whatever the subject, I thrive on leading students to moments of clarity and a sense of accomplishment. When I'm not tutoring, I... Read more
Can also tutor: Reading, College English, High School English and 31 more subjects.
Education
- Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 33
- ACT Math: 36
Biography
I'm a rising junior at Harvard College. I study African American Studies with a secondary in Women's Studies and I am pursuing a language citation in Spanish. I aspire to one day go to business school. When I am not doing work, I can typically be found reading, writing, or dancing. Read more
Can also tutor: College English, Writing, Vocabulary and 66 more subjects.
Education
- Harvard University - Current Undergrad, African American Studies
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 33
- ACT English: 32
- ACT Math: 35
Biography
...can make outstanding suggestions for ways to stand out, you have found that person. My Varsity clients report high satisfaction with their Common Application essays, and they have been accepted to the schools of their choice. Many initially thought they lacked the ability to make a distinctive case for themselves, but they found they had plenty to write about when they worked with me. Some clients come to me struggling with graduate school applications and... Read more
Can also tutor: Literature, Public Speaking, College English and 40 more subjects.
Education
- Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University of Massachusetts Amherst - PHD, English
Biography
...years my junior) was my first tutoring buddy and assures even today that I get to help build a science fair project board every year. I was also a camp counselor for three summers caring for on average twenty children ages 5-10. Then I began professionally tutoring through my high school when I was sixteen until I was eighteen. I assisted middle schoolers and high schoolers, ages 11-18, on their core subjects: math, reading, social... Read more
Can also tutor: Literature, Public Speaking, College English and 50 more subjects.
Education
- University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Human and Social Development, International Studies, and Philosophy
Biography
...a Chicago native who is studying for the bar after graduating cum laude from Northwestern University Law School this May. I studied at St. Ignatius College Prep and graduated summa cum laude from Villanova University (including a two-term stint at Cambridge University). Between Villanova and Northwestern I worked at an academic non-profit organization and evaluated hundreds of fellowship candidates' writing and academic work. I will work with each student to craft a personalized plan of... Read more
Can also tutor: Literature, Public Speaking, College English and 22 more subjects.
Education
- Villanova University - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities & Political Science
- Northwestern University - Juris Doctor, Law
Test Scores
- LSAT: 172
Biography
...have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have developed my skills in making successful and individualized learning fun. Math, science and test prep are the subjects I'm particularly passionate about tutoring, as I've always loved those subjects myself. Additionally, I've worked extensively with adults on business skills, marketing and... Read more
Can also tutor: Spelling Bee, Adult Literacy, Vocabulary and 217 more subjects.
Education
- University of Richmond - Current Undergrad, Business Administration and Management
Test Scores
- ACT Math: 33
- ACT Science: 34
- SAT Math: 770
Biography
...learning efficiencynot just get through the material. About you: You are an adult or a couple wanting to learn Spanish for professional or personal reasons You are a high-achieving student who wants to dig deeper into your classes, not content with merely passing a test but intent on excelling You are are a soon to graduate student focused on writing a compelling college application essay My Approach: I use a student-centered, adaptive tutoring style that... Read more
Can also tutor: College English, Elementary School English, Linguistics and 118 more subjects.
Education
- University of Kansas - Bachelors, English
- University of Kansas - Masters, TESOL
Biography
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is... Read more
Can also tutor: Literature, Reading, Public Speaking and 110 more subjects.
Education
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
- University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 36
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
- SAT Verbal: 750
Biography
...beach town in Los Angeles, which I think has shaped much of my personality. I am currently a senior at GW studying Criminal Justice with a minor in International Affairs. On campus, I am a Peer Writing Consultant, and I've been a tutor for a DC organization working with students who fall behind in their school curriculums. I love interacting with people and watching students overcome subjects they struggle in and achieve breakthroughs. I consider... Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, English Grammar and Syntax, Reading and 42 more subjects.
Education
- George Washington University - Bachelors, Criminal Justice
Test Scores
- ACT English: 33
- ACT Math: 32
- ACT Reading: 32
Biography
...teacher through Teach For America, and I've passed all of my elementary certification exams, while working on finishing my teacher license this academic year from calumet college, St. Joseph. My undergraduate degree is in Economics from the University of Chicago, and I did a lot of statistics, too! I like having kids how to read, write, and do math. Because I loved doing those in school, and I'll be teaching that this up coming school... Read more
Can also tutor: English Grammar and Syntax, Public Speaking, Writing and 56 more subjects.
Education
- The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Test Scores
- SAT Verbal: 740
- SAT Writing: 710
Biography
...first grade classroom. I have experience with tutoring at all ages, from first grade to college-level. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about Math, English, Literature, and Essay Writing. My favorite subject to tutor would be Math. I love seeing students have that "aha!" moment when a math problem finally makes sense. I also have experience with ACT Test Preparation. I have a love for learning, and I try... Read more
Can also tutor: Reading, Phonics, High School English and 44 more subjects.
Education
- Truman State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- Truman State University - Masters, Education
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 32
- ACT English: 36
- ACT Math: 34
Biography
...needs and goals. I previously taught high school for several years and also have tutoring experience in a wide variety of subject areas. At this time, I focus almost exclusively on assisting students seeking top scores on graduate admissions exams, including the GRE, GMAT and LSAT. In my free time I enjoy watching all kinds of sports, reading, playing board games, going to concerts, and spending time with my friends, family, and 4-pound Chihuahua Pinkie. Read more
Can also tutor: Phonics, Literature, English Grammar and Syntax and 134 more subjects.
Education
- The University of Texas at Arlington - Bachelors, English
- Texas AM University - Commerce - Current Grad Student, Secondary Education
Biography
...and I have found that students may learn in different ways and all can excel. I like to present material in an engaging and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students... Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, College English, Writing and 37 more subjects.
Education
- Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 32
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
- SAT Math: 700
Biography
...Harvard University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in English Literature with an emphasis on screenwriting. Although I love literature and writing, I am most passionate about tutoring math. I have five years of experience as a math tutor, during which time I helped students ages 3-17 with math ranging from basic arithmetic to pre-calculus. My favorite math topic is algebra, particularly because of its usefulness in solving real-world word problems. In addition to... Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, Literature, College English and 18 more subjects.
Education
- Harvard University - Bachelors, English
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 33
- ACT English: 36
- ACT Math: 35
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