Sara
Certified Tutor
...into my own teaching practice by differentiating instruction for each of my students. I develop a rapport, meet students where they're at, and teach them the literacy and problem solving skills they need to become life-long learners. Once a student knows how to learn, whole new worlds open for them and the actual material is...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Studio Art
Master of Arts Teaching, Education
State Certified Teacher
SAT Verbal: 740
Sarah
Certified Tutor
...I have worked mostly with high school, college students and adults, but have also helped younger students accomplish their goals. I love teaching and find it wonderful when I help my students understand complex concepts. Though hard science can be scary, all my students have come to have a much deeper understanding of it which...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Physics and Mathematics
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 700
Michael
Certified Tutor
...the past two years. I have been tutoring Biology, Chemistry, SAT's, SSAT's, ACT's and Algebra/Pre-calculus for the past three years. All of the students I have tutored have seen significant improvement in their grades and subject understanding as a result of our lessons. I believe that science is interesting and fun to learn. Sometimes, it...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Master of Arts, MAT Biology
State Certified Teacher
Nathan
Certified Tutor
...in the past. Before law school and after college, I worked as an assistant director of a Learning Center, and a big part of my job was working on test prep with students. I enjoyed my work, and I was successful at it because I was able to develop connections with my students and alter...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English and History
Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800
Ashley
Certified Tutor
...I am used to, I have been in many situations where I faced things completely unknown to me. I faced difficulties in learning new things and it helped me be patient with the process of learning. I realize that learning and education can be challenging, but even more so it can be so rewarding. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Public Health Education
Master of Arts, Community Development and Planning
Alan
Certified Tutor
...Secondly, I tutor elementary and middle schoolers in English, Math and test preparation. I have experience leading after-school classes as well as one-on-one tutoring at learning centers and private homes. I have had students from all different backgrounds and levels of proficiency, including many children of immigrants. I emphasize study skills and test taking strategies,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Nicholas
Certified Tutor
...class. My experience was everything I wanted and more. I was able to connect with my students, and get them to fully understand the material that they were working on. Beyond that, the students became more interested in the subject once I explained how Geometry was useful in everyday situations. Tutoring and teaching are very...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Physics
David
Certified Tutor
...should be a fun test to study for and strive to make sure that it is enjoyable for all of my students. I prefer to just serve as a guide so the lessons that students get stick with them more. I do this by asking questions and providing enough scaffolding to have my student create...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Philosophy
LSAT: 177
Matt
Certified Tutor
...philosophy stems is all about growth mindset. I don't believe anyone is inherently bad at a subject. I believe that they just haven't been taught the subject in a way that makes sense to them yet. Therefore, I encourage students to try and think about problems in new and innovative ways. I have recently moved...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Will
Certified Tutor
...I understand that all students learn in different ways; some are more auditory learners, whereas others do best by writing and reading. My process is to determine what kind of learner a pupil is, then impart on them my excitement for the topic, so that they are eager to attain new knowledge. Outside of academia...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, International Relations
Aliza
Certified Tutor
...Carlton who has a medical condition which requires him to be hospitalized for three days each month. I have worked with him weekly since he was in the third grade, and he is now a fourth grade student. During my student teaching I led full class and small group lessons. I planned and taught a...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Business Management
Masters, Elementary Education
Caroline
Certified Tutor
...have. I can teach you how to study, I can edit your papers, I can teach you memory tricks and organizational skills and I guarantee that after a little while with me, your grades WILL improve. I'm very friendly, feel free to contact me and schedule a session. I look forward to meeting you :)
Education & Certification
Bachelors, political science/ psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 700
Sabra
Certified Tutor
...second language from such a young age, I became an adamant supporter of improving the way foreign languages are taught in this country. Through tutoring, I hope to increase the number of bilingual students and help nurture the cultural awareness that goes along with learning another language. My passion for Spanish extends beyond my work...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Spanish
Andrew
Certified Tutor
...dates; I want them to understand it in context and as a story. Whether it's history or statistics, understanding information in context is important to scoring well on tests as well as how it relates to daily life. A thorough understanding of a topic can only be attained this way, and thus I believe my...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History and Psychology
SAT Verbal: 750
Amanda
Certified Tutor
I have 10 years of experience in education, including classroom teaching, tutoring, and outdoor education. My background is in ELA and reading intervention. I have worked with students from kindergarten through college, though my focus has been at the middle school level. I am always excited to hear about what my students are reading!
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Teaching Secondary Language Arts Education
Plamen
Certified Tutor
I have tutored in high school students in Math and college students in Finance. I am passionate about helping students reach their full potential.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Business
Master of Science, Finance
GMAT: 700
Victoria
Certified Tutor
...my medical degree at Boston University School of Medicine. I plan to train as an Emergency Medicine physician. I love working with kids, teens and adults to help break down concepts and build up confidence. My favorite subjects are math and physics, and I enjoy sharing tips and strategies for standardized tests like the SAT...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800
Tom
Certified Tutor
...traveled to Nicaragua, Mexico, Spain and Panama in the past year. I am most skilled at tutoring students in Spanish, reading comprehension and vocabulary building. I have taught students of all ages through roles as an environmental educator and backpacking instructor in Worcester, MA and Lake Tahoe, NV. The most successful approach to learning is...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Master of Arts, Development Economics and International Development
Mark
Certified Tutor
...works best when the tutor and student have a strong, trusting relationship. I like to get to know my students and connect the academic material to their lives as best I can. I encourage students to push themselves while providing supportive, critical feedback to guide them. I recognize that each student has a unique learning...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Marika
Certified Tutor
...I love passing that on! Outside of academics, I love playing music, especially in marching band and a Scottish bagpipe band, and dancing! My favorite moments are being able to explain something to someone and watch them light up when they finally understand. I understand that sometimes it's difficult, but I think there's no better...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 770
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