
Gwendolen
Certified Tutor
...try to accomplish with each person with whom I work. Every student deserves a tutor who will approach their needs in different and innovative ways. I accomplish this by getting to know my students as classroom entities as well as people. In this way, I can vary my teaching style to suit each student and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy, French-Double Major
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Elana
Certified Tutor
...Mathematics while also taking numerous science courses to meet my pre-med requirements. I have tutored math, chemistry, biology and physics for the last seven years and have a lot of experience working with many types of students of varying ages. I attempt to make the subject matter more interesting for the student by relating it...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Matthew
Certified Tutor
...school and working at Columbia Medical Center. I specialize in tutoring for geometry, algebra, high school sciences, the SAT, and the MCAT. I am also an excellent writer and could tutor writing at almost any level. I am personable, I love teaching, and I am very adept at making complicated concepts accessible to students of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 730

Kimberly
Certified Tutor
...degree at Tufts University School of Medicine. I have a B.A. in Chemistry and Chinese from Williams College. I am a very reliable and dedicated tutor. I will work hard and efficiently to help you improve your test scores, studying habits, and grades. My teaching philosophy is very much similar to a lot of my...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry and Chinese
Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 730

Lily
Certified Tutor
...score, ranking me in the 96th percentile. I have since graduated cum laude from Tufts University with a BA in English and minors in Art History and Media Studies. As a member of the National Honor Society and Peer Leaders, I decided to use my experience to help others. I knew there had to be other...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Writing: 720

Hillary
Certified Tutor
...I know how frustrating it can be when you feel like you just don't get it and I'm here to help! People learn in different ways, and I will take the time to figure out the way that works best for you. I am especially competent in the logic games of the LSATs, so if...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Juris Doctor, International and Comparative Law
LSAT: 166

Kate
Certified Tutor
...of time tutoring people of all ages -- I have worked with preschoolers, kids in elementary school, and adults. I really like to learn and experience as much as I can: I spent a year teaching in Korea and another four months traveling the globe. I hope that my enthusiasm is infectious!
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Masters, International Affairs
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Scott
Certified Tutor
...as a student, I continually appreciate how important student-teacher feedback is in enhancing the learning process. I incorporate this into my teaching by regularly checking my students' comprehension levels and crafting custom materials to address their particular weaknesses. I try to make the learning process disciplined yet collaborative, so the student feels like he/she is...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Relations; Psychology
PHD, Statistics
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 770

Michael
Certified Tutor
...I have worked with students in subjects ranging from History and Government to Reading, Writing, and Grammar. I am passionate about helping others to realize their academic potentials, and I believe that my most important responsibility as a tutor is helping my students to develop the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills that will allow...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English and History
Master of Arts, Modern and Contemporary LIterature, Culture and Thought

Nkengafeh
Certified Tutor
...to come together and make perfect sense? Sometimes all it takes is an explanation, a demo or a new way of re-framing the question. That is what I enjoy about teaching, tutoring. The "A Ha" moments. I enjoy the sciences because there is a method to the madness, and it makes sense. Sometimes the challenge...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Master of Arts, Chemistry

Jay
Certified Tutor
...my passion for writing, reading, and the arts. However, I also loved math growing up and though I focused on writing in college, I remember enjoying geometry, and fractions, and the wonder of mathematics. In my free time, I explore the greater Boston area with my friends, write poetry, and choreograph for a fusion dance...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/English

Aaron
Certified Tutor
...Interdisciplinary Humanities. I am currently enrolled at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, where I study Development Economics and International Monetary Policy. I have worked as a Teaching Assistant, Research Assistant, and as an Actuary, and have a particular passion for teaching Mathematics. When tutoring I try to include visualizations and real world examples...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Master of Arts, International Studies
GRE: 325

Heather
Certified Tutor
...both coasts as well as while living in South America. I love working one-on-one with students, meeting the challenges of discovering what strategies work best with each student. I regularly use Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences as a touchstone for the work I do with students, incorporating visual, musical, and kinesthetic strategies into my...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English, Music
Master of Arts, Ethnomusicology
State Certified Teacher

Adam
Certified Tutor
...and History. When I went abroad, I not only taught English in school, but tutored it on the side as well, mainly to students who were having trouble and who were looking to get ahead. I am totally devoted to the student, not willing to give up when things become difficult to understand or explain....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History, Spanish
Masters, Library and Information Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 760

Brian
Certified Tutor
...more qualitative subjects such as Biology or Chemistry. I am a born and raised Bostonian, having grown up in Reading, MA. I am a proud product of the Massachusetts Public School system. I am a die-hard Patriots fan, as well as a Bruins season ticket holder. My other hobbies include computer hardware and software building/modding,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering

Adam
Certified Tutor
...taught reading, writing, and math skills at a tutoring center. From there, I went on to graduate school, which I followed with two years teaching middle and high school math in New York City Public Schools. During graduate school, having scored in the 98th percentile with a perfect writing score, I became certified to teach...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Masters in Business Administration, General Management
State Certified Teacher
GMAT: 740

Thomas
Certified Tutor
...using LEGOs. I enjoy tutoring students in all levels of mathematics and physics. As an engineer, I understand the need for young students to be scientifically literate and capable. I love helping struggling students understand mathematical concepts that they didn't believe they were capable of learning. In my free time, I thoroughly enjoy climbing, hiking,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 800

Sejal
Certified Tutor
...all over the world. I have spent time working with special needs children and doing scientific research in labs and in the field. Throughout my education I have been a well-rounded student in sciences and the humanities because of my patience in problem solving and because I utilize different study methods for different material. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Studies and Geology
Masters, Public Administration

Isaac
Certified Tutor
...I can help you improve your reading and writing skills. I believe that learning can, and should be fun. My students and I generally have a good time working together. I only teach subjects I'm passionate about, and it shows in my students' progress, and in their growing love and/or tolerance of the material. When...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Jiwen
Certified Tutor
...is a process of creative discovery, and with each student I tutor, I treasure being a part of that process. I always hope to awaken in my students a love of learning, not just for math, but for a variety of subjects. An avid musician, I hold a B.Mus. in violin performance from the New...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 730
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