Award-Winning Tutors from Columbia University in the City of New York

I am a first-year student at Columbia University in the City of New York with a prospective major in economics-political science. I am a native New Yorker, having attended the Brearley School for grades 9-12. Having experienced the college process firsthand, I am passionate about tutoring students in test prep and college essay writing, as I know how important success in these areas is. I have loved learning all my life, and I try my hardest to impart a similar feeling to the students I work with. My teaching style emphasizes patience and practice, which I believe is the best way for students to reach success.

It is such a great pleasure to be a Varsity Tutor and help students improve to realize goals! Your time is very valuable to me, so I will break down those complex concepts for you to understand, internalize, commit to memory and score high and/or higher!I have been a teaching assistant for calculus and physics and research assistant for power system design and analysis work at the college of engineering at my graduate school. In two consecutive summers, I was the math teacher and tutor for the Upward Bound High School summer camp which gave me priceless knowledge and experience on what the high school students are interested in learning and what their strength and limitations are, thus I can address their questions and concerns accordingly. From 2012 to present, I have been a GRE and SAT math teacher helping students learn and improve their math (calculus, geometry, trigonometry, algebra), science subjects (physics, biology and chemistry) and developing their knowledge and skills for creativity and problem-solving.

I graduated from Cornell where I majored in Latin before beginning my pre-medical post-baccalaureate studies at Columbia. I greatly enjoy helping students of all ages to understand concepts, just as I have at Columbia where I would frequently guide my fellow peers through physics problems. I want to help students feel the "Ah ha!" moment of grasping a concept and breaking complex problems down to simple solutions. As a former swimmer and triathlete, I enjoy keeping physically fit. In my spare time, I enjoy playing guitar as well!

My first experience teaching and tutoring was in May 2005 in Taipei City, Taiwan. It was a formative experience for me because I was teaching and tutoring students whose native language was not English. They truly helped me grow as an instructor because of the cultural and linguistic challenges that they brought to the fore.My tutoring philosophy is simple. Teach a student how to think and study. In the academic sphere, this is akin to the old saying teach a man to fish??? It is important to me to dialogue with the student about his or her goals and apprehensions with a given subject. Communication is crucial because it helps me the tutor and the student set milestones that are achievable with a certain time scope.I love learning and sharing with others the things I learn. There???s no better reward for me as a tutor than to help a student see just how interesting history, languages, literature, poetry, art and politics can be as subjects. It is a great joy reading and learning about these subjects and I have never met a student that does not come to enjoy these subjects as well in due time.

I'm currently a student at Columbia University studying Economics. Before I switched majors halfway thru my sophomore year, I was a pre-med student. I love still being a college student because all these classes are still fresh in my mind! I've also been tutoring for 3+ years in everything from high school math and science to standardized tests and because of that, I'm confident that you'll experience fast improvement (not to mention a relaxed atmosphere).Outside of tutoring, I'm usually recording music or hanging out with friends. Hip-hop/r&b is my favorite genre; I mostly produce but there are times when I rap/sing on another artist's track.

I am an undergraduate student at Columbia University, majoring in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. I am most passionate about math and sciences, particularly chemistry and physics. I think these subjects can be fun to learn and are very useful in a variety of fields. I want to convey my passion for these subjects to students to help them achieve their utmost potential. As an undergraduate student, I can relate to most high school students who are planning to take the standardized tests and AP exams, and I believe these students can excel with the right push and guidance. In my spare time, I usually enjoy reading, playing and watching basketball or just exploring the city with friends.

I am a student at Columbia University studying History & American Studies! While in high school, I completed the International Baccalaureate program and took various Advanced Placement courses. At Columbia I have worked with various public defense organizations as an advocate, investigator, and research assistant. I also volunteer as a tutor on campus, in the New York community, and even on Rikers Island. I am passionate about helping students from all backgrounds develop their writing, reading, presentation, and test-taking skills that will translate to all aspects of their education!

I am currently a fifth year MD/PhD student at Weill Cornell and I doing my PhD in genetics and neuroscience at Rockefeller university. I majored in biology at Columbia university. I am extremely passionate about teaching and maximizing students time, resources and success.

I am a graduate of Columbia University in the City of New York with a Bachelor's Degree in U.S. Regional Studies. I specialize in editing, English language acquisition, psychology, sociology, Early Childhood Education, and test prep.I have taught Pre-Kindergarten and second grade at the KIPP Infinity charter school in Harlem, New York. I have worked with teachers who are certified by the Waldorf School, and their teaching philosophies and methods have largely influenced my own. These include, but are not limited to: student led questioning and analysis, frequent use of songs and poetry, and critical explorations of our knowledge at the end of lessons.I have also taught under Common Core requirements, and am familiar with introducing a variety of methods to students and helping them find that which works best for their level of understanding.When not teaching or tutoring, I enjoy dancing, political blogging, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I'm a native of Houston, Tx, and am elated to be back home.

I'm a recent graduate of the University of Michigan where I got a B.S. in English Language and Literature. I'm currently applying to medical school while spending a gap year in NYC where I'm doing public health research in HIV prevention. I have an extensive background in tutoring both science and humanities but am especially passionate about tutoring essay-writing and Test Prep involving verbal reasoning. I also love helping with admissions essays whether for college, medical school, or anything else. I've tutored many types of students in the past, so I can work with any type of student, but I'm an especially good fit for science students trying to improve writing/verbal skills or pre-med students. I love to approach tutoring with a sense of humor. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing the piano and guitar, and seeing concerts in the city!

I am a current freshman at Columbia University and a prospective physics and mathematics major. In high school, I was a founding member of Local Outreach Tutoring (LOT), a program dedicated to tutoring Bronx middle school students for the New York City Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT). I continued in the program and became the head math teacher, responsible for leading a class of over 25 students. I believe standardized testing unjustly favors those with the resources for extensive test prep. Thus, it was all the more rewarding to work with students who, otherwise, would not have had as much access to such services. I have also privately tutored high school students in physics, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Besides tutoring, I frequently write and perform stand-up comedy and am a staff writer for Columbia's satire paper.

For my undergraduate education, I attended the University of Pittsburgh where I received my B.S. in Neuroscience and minors in Chemistry and Spanish. Initially wanting to pursue a career in medicine, I enrolled in Columbia University's Institute of Human Nutrition where I received my M.S. in Human Nutrition. Through this program, I realized that I wanted to focus my career on improving health at the population level and thus am currently enrolled in Drexel University's School of Public Health where I will receive my M.P.H. in 2016. My tutoring experience began in high school where I tutored other high school students in math and the basic sciences. As an undergraduate, I also spent two and a half years as a teaching assistant for the Introduction to Chemistry courses during which I acquired extensive teaching techniques and skills. I tutor math, a broad range of science courses, and Spanish and love to tutor all of these subjects equally. Specifically, I enjoy tutoring students in Algebra because I believe that having strong skills in Algebra is essential to academic success in numerous other courses outside of mathematics. Furthermore, my extensive experience tutoring Chemistry students has provided me with excellent tools to guide students through this course. Finally, I have spent significant time in Costa Rica and Honduras, where I worked in medical clinics and often served as a translator for physicians. I also lived in Madrid, Spain for a month where I attended a Language Immersion Study Abroad program. Through these experiences, I have become extremely proficient and conversational in Spanish and love helping students learn this invaluable language. I am a firm believer that all students learn differently and identifying how each student best learns is essential to his/her academic success. Therefore, as a tutor, I aim to specifically tailor my teaching style to each student in order to help them maximize their potential. Outside of academics, I enjoy exercising, playing basketball, cooking, and attending concerts and other live performances in the Philadelphia area.

My name is Katherine and I am currently an undergraduate studying at Columbia University in the City of New York. I am pre-med as well as studying environmental science at Columbia College. I have experience in tutoring all ages, ranging from elementary school to high school. My strongest subjects are in the maths and sciences, but I also have a lot of experience with reading and writing.

I hold a BA in both English and Philosophy from Columbia University. While in college, I began tutoring SAT prep and essay writing throughout NYC and Westchester as a freelance instructor. I also taught online ESL courses as part of a human rights organization based in India. I wanted to do something a little different after graduation, so I signed a contract to teach English at a private school in Seoul, South Korea for a year. It was different (to say the least!) to be in front of an entire classroom, and the experience made clear to me the benefits of a one-on-one teaching environment. Since my return from the East, I found myself briefly back in the classroom as an ESL instructor for the New York YMCA camp's summer retreat program. Lately my focus has been on test prep, writing, study skills/organization, ESL, and music.Over the years I've taught students of all ages, from Kindergarten to adult learners, while constantly experimenting with different methods and teaching styles. What separates me from other tutors is the personalization of my approach and lesson plans, which draw from a large variety of sources and cater to each student's unique strengths, weaknesses, and goals. I truly love communicating the things I've learned in fun and unconventional ways, appreciating fully how students will respond to and retain a concept if it is tinged with humor and positive energy. Especially when it comes to subjects like standardized test prep, which can be tedious and bland, an enjoyable learning environment reduces the anxiety that contributes to low scores and lack of test day confidence.Outside of teaching, I'm passionate about the guitar and the role of music in our lives. I've been playing, teaching, and studying the instrument for many years and can think of no better way to end a day than with a jam session or a show. We use the verb "play" when speaking of making music, but I've learned through the years just how much work it is to continually advance and express new ideas musically!

I love to teach and have done it most of my life. While in high school,I volunteered to tutor fellow students who needed help, especially in Math,Science, and French. While attending graduate school at Princeton, I was ateaching assistant for undergraduates. During more than twenty years of clinical practice, I taught medical students and I have always gotten excellent evaluations from my students. I majored in Physics for my Bachelor's degree from Columbia. I received my Doctorate degree from University of Pennsylvania. I believe I can make all subjects I tutor more interesting for my students. I am a patient and calm person and easy to get along with. I have two grown children of my own whom I have tutored from time to time. I look forward to meeting you.

After finishing undergrad, I did research in the Departments of Development Neuroscience & Pediatrics at the Columbia University Medical Center. I completed my premedical requirements at the Bryn Mawr College post-baccalaureate premedical program. I am currently getting my Masters in Public Health at Thomas Jefferson University and will begin medical school at Jefferson in 2013. Having been a mentor and tutor with a handful of organizations, I am able to engage with students of all levels. I look forward to working with you!

I am a graduate of Columbia University, where I earned a degree in Biomedical Engineering. My academic journey, coupled with my diverse professional experiences in project management, consulting, and teaching, has fueled my passion for education and helping students unlock their potential. Over the years, I have worked as a TA, guided students in STEM subjects, and currently tutor a variety of topics, including mathematics, science, and SAT preparation. Among the subjects I tutor, I find immense joy in teaching science and mathematics. Breaking down complex concepts into relatable, digestible ideas and watching students gain confidence in their abilities is incredibly rewarding. My tutoring philosophy is rooted in patience, adaptability, and collaborationI strive to meet students where they are and tailor each session to their unique needs and learning styles. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy exploring the world through travel, baking creative treats, and indulging in thought-provoking films. These hobbies enrich my perspective and creativity, which I often bring into my sessions to make learning engaging and relevant. Education is a gateway to empowerment, and I'm dedicated to helping my students walk through that gateway with confidence and curiosity.

Tutoring was my first job, and I remember how much I loved it. I tutored students from 8 years old to 18 years old, not to mention the 8 younger cousins and siblings I have. I love seeing understanding light up in a student's eyes when they understand a new concept or finally get something they've been struggling with. When they finally get something, a new path opens to them and a new possibility appears.In my tutoring, the basics are emphasized. The basics are the foundation to understanding bigger and more complicated concepts. Without them, learning becomes a struggle. With them, it can be fun and easy. And when something is fun, students want to do more. It no longer is a fight to do assignments or practice.Practice is also key in my tutoring. The more practice there is, the more comfortable a student will feel. No one wants to do something discomforting, so comfort and, once again, understanding, is of utmost importance.Overall, my goal is to make sure you feel comfortable in your classes or for your tests and are clear in what you are learning, all while making it fun and enjoyable!

I would have to say that all of my education since grade school has focused on math and science. I went to Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions in Houston, Texas. It was there that I really found my niche in both science and math, where AP Physics and AP Calculus were my favorites. I later went to Howard University, in Washington D.C., where I majored in Biology, but I later discovered that I didn't quite satiate my curiosity for science. After college, I went to school part-time, at the University of Houston. While there, I completed several classes, such as Biochemistry I, Biochemistry II, Endocrinology and Human Physiology.Soon after, I was presented with the opportunity to teach at a local charter school, here in Houston. I first taught Chemistry, as a 10th grade long-term substitute and was later asked to stay to teach 9th grade Algebra. While teaching, I focused on the various learning styles of my students and played upon that constantly. While teaching, I set a new goal to continue to teach until I retire.Recently, I received a Masters of Arts in Biotechnology from Columbia University in the City of New York. While there, I continued to fulfill my love for the sciences and took several more science classes, such as Developmental Biology, Neurobiology II, and Molecular Pharmacology. After completing my last semester, at Columbia, I found that I have taken nearly thirty science classes at both the undergraduate and graduate level. I will now use all this information to teach as an adjunct faculty, in the Biology department, at a local community college. In the Spring 2013, I will teach Anatomy & Physiology I and Nutrition.Now, while tutoring, I simply wish to translate my love for both science and math to my students.

My own experiences taught me the influence that an educator can have on a budding reader. As a high school freshmen, I was more interested in the cracks in the ceiling than any books being discussed. But one educator took a personal interest in me, and introduced me to Joseph Heller's letters. The humor pulled me in, and the insight kept me going. I was struck by a writer's power to put the world in sharp, sane relief.I pursued my newfound interest to a Bachelor's Degree in English at Princeton, and my current pursuit of a fiction MFA at Columbia University. On the professional front, I have served editorial roles at Standard & Poor's, Encore Magazine, and Untitled. These experiences taught me the key role that written communication plays outside of academia, and the universal value of sharpening that skill.I believe that patience and empathy are essential to teaching. An educator needs the ability to understand the myriad difficulties faced by students, and the frustration that can come with it. Only then can they help students move forward.

Ivy-League educated tutor, current NYC teacher with extensive experienceSpecialized fields:-SAT/ACT/Regents test prep, all subjects-Essay Writing, high school to graduate levels.-All Humanities (Race and Gender studies, Anthropology, History, Social Studies).-High School, all subjects, including college-prep math.-Life Skills, including resume building.-ESLLet's Learn!

I have an MA in Statistics, several years of teaching experience as an adjunct professor at Marymount Manhattan College, and experience as a private tutor in math and statistics. I have also recently passed exam P and want to help other students pass it as well! I enjoy working with individual students and watching their understanding improve.

I am a graduate of Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, where I obtained a Master of Public Health (MPH). Previously, I had been a verbal SAT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE and GRE Senior Tutor working for Inspirica, Inc. in Manhattan. I loved the job. I tutored in the New York City area, as well as nationally and internationally.I was promoted to Senior Tutor because my students had the highest overall score increases, as compared to the students taught by my fellow verbal tutors. As a Senior Tutor, I taught newly hired tutors the best strategies to help their students achieve the best possible score results. There's nothing better than to see a student achieve scores higher than they had initially imagined. I am also a very accomplished writer. I can help to brainstorm and edit a college application essay, a master's thesis, or a dissertation.As a standardized test tutor, I have an interactive tutoring style. Once I teach the strategies I usually don't answer content questions, but instead, I ask a lot of questions to encourage my students to think for themselves. I always remind them that I will not be there on test day. That said, it's very important for me to be a supportive, fun, and engaging teacher. I look forward to tutoring sessions and try my best to make sure that my students do as well.Since receiving my MPH, I have been writing a full-length musical The Moving Sky. I have been a professional, published songwriter for a long time and it gives me great joy. In addition, I enjoy swimming, playing trivia games, being outside, and watching foreign films. I'm also a member of Mensa.

I am a graduate of Davidson College and Columbia University. My BA is in English, supplemented with studies in art history and Russian language. I studied abroad in Australia my junior year, where I studied literature and studio art. At Columbia, I earned my Master's in Fine Art in creative writing, with a focus on nonfiction. I have taught in the Columbia Summer High School Program and other Columbia programs, helping students of all abilities with all genres of creative writing, and with reading comprehension. These have been relatively small classes, where I have had the opportunity to get to know my students and provide advice and guidance based on my own academic career. I love helping students in all aspects of college prep, from SAT prep to time management to managing personal anxiety. I also tutor in English literature and GRE test prep. I believe that education should not only prepare one for the job market, but enrich one as a person, providing a wider and deeper worldview. I believe in not only teaching the mechanics of a subject but in helping a student understand the reasons behind those mechanics, to truly think about the material. This results not just in rote memory of facts but in more sophisticated critical thinking and the ability to generate new ideas, two skills that will serve a student for a lifetime, academically, professionally, and personally.I love to read: reading has been very important to me since I was a kid, and I enjoy helping others appreciate the pleasures of a good book. I balance this with physical activities, including yoga, weight lifting, and running. I play roller derby with New York's Bad Apples, and am so fortunate to be a member of that supportive community of women. I am also writing a memoir about my family, forthcoming from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 2017.

I am a recent graduate of Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies and Economics. In high school, I successfully completed the International Baccalaureate program and graduated with 39/45 possible points. Additionally, I received the AP Scholar with Distinction award, for passing six AP courses.I am passionate about helping students because I was helped as a student, so I understand how frustrating it is to not understand something, and I know how valuable it is to have personalized, one-on-one assistance. Additionally, I am an idealistic young man who believes that education is the key to saving this democracy, so helping to shape young minds would be morally rewarding for me as well.As a graduate of the IB Program, and having taken many AP Courses, I know those curriculums inside and out, and would be very comfortable tutoring for any IB/AP course that I completed. Additionally, having just completed the Economics degree at Columbia, I am also well equipped to tutor for microeconomics, macroeconomics, and most mathematics courses. Otherwise, my favorite subject to tutor would definitely be English and Creative Writing. I am especially well-equipped to help workshop/revise college admission essays, because I went through that whole process with a college prep program, so I know all of the strategies to maximize the likelihood of admission.In my spare time, I enjoy watching films, writing films, running, and reading.

I am a Columbia University student, majoring in English and minoring in Spanish. I am a lover of literature and an avid writer, and believe that finding something you're passionate about and skilled with is the best way to have lasting self-confidence. I am also a classical double-bass player taking lessons at The Juilliard School. I have experience both as an individual tutor, and as a classroom teacher, and I really try to work with a student's individualistic goals, to ultimately find tools to help them teach themselves. Some of my experiences include teaching music to students ages 4-16 in Ecuador, and working with the Police Athletic League in NYC, for their after-school music program. I believe that seeking tutoring is a sign of caring about your success and your personal growth, and I value that in every student.

I am an experienced teacher with over fifteen years experience, as well as a certified Veterinary Technician. I have taught in the traditional classroom setting and hands on science based science programs where I take students out in the field. I am a graduate of Wayne State University and have my Masters of Art from Columbia University Teachers College where I studied Anatomy and Physiology. I am continuing my education in Medical Laboratory Technology with the desire to teach it. I am passionate about science, especially Biology, and love to instill that passion in my students. I instill a variety of modalities when I teach and assess which one works best for a particular student. I believe all students can learn as long as their learning style is addressed. I love to travel, but not in the traditional ways; I white water rafted through Costa Rica, explored the rainforest on foot, hiked through Dominican Republic, and tracked wolves one summer in Yellowstone National Park. In my spare time I kayak, run and read a lot of science literature. I also enjoy being a backyard biologist exploring the plant and animal life that my surroundings have to offer.

Blessed to be a current MD/MPH student-physician (you might find me in the OR/ER in a few years!), recent Columbia VP&S & GWU grad. (M.Sc in Human Nutrition 21', B.Sc - Honors in Cellular & Molecular Biology 20'), and ardent student building a medical practice engaged in a humanitarian discipline. I love teaching, sharing my passion for health & physiology; biology, and revisiting concepts on anything pertinent to medicine, mathematics (calculus, statistics, epidemiology), and writing prose. I am the philosophical type of student-motivator, which to me means that I place the highest value in transforming difficult concepts into simpler, understandable processes. It is my desire to evoke a detailed, precise, imaginative explanation, opening up our minds in the session to true learning... not just the easy facts you'd attain for free a Google search away. After sessions I've had previously, students find the hardcore memorization much easier to handle, and importantly, relatable to their everyday life. Excited to help with anything you need, and don't forget: Nothing is impossible to learn, since if there is a will, there is always (& I mean ALWAYS) a way.

My name is Nami. I am native Japanese, and have lived in the United States for over 20 years.I love teaching Japanese. I have taught Japanese for 18 years and have had many successful students.As for my educational background, I graduated from Hokkaido Musashi Women's Junior College in Japan, and graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of North Texas with a major in International Studies. Finally, I graduated from the Graduate School of Columbia University in the City of New York, this May with a Master's degree in Japanese Pedagogy. My ultimate goal is to teach Japanese at the college level.I can teach all levels (from beginner to advanced) in reading, writing and speaking. I can also prepare students who wish to take the Japanese proficiency test.I love my country, culture and history.

As a writer, I've always appreciated the words of poet William Butler Yeats, who wrote "Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire. In my 30 years as a college professor, I have always attempted to light that fire in my students, giving them the desire to learn and empowering them to do so. That's my goal as a tutor as well: to light the fire that will help them excel.I am a playwright/director living in Manhattan, and work as Professor of Theatre and Film at Long Island University's Post campus, where I teach playwriting, directing, film history, introduction to drama, and professional skills for actors. I am also the Director of Graduate Studies, running the M.F.A. in Theatre program. I also recruit both undergraduate and graduate students for the theatre program. In the process, I read dozens of college admissions essays written by high school seniors each year, and I'm happy to help students write those essays during tutoring sessions.I am a member of Actors' Equity Association, SAG-AFTRA, and The Dramatists Guild.When not teaching, I enjoy going to see theatre and films, and writing plays and screenplays, and going to all sorts of cultural events, including dance, concerts, and going to museums. I love to travel, and recently spent time in Europe to do research for a screenplay I'm currently writing.Working with students to help them feel successful, to build their self-esteem and confidence, to realize their dreams, is a passion of mine. I look forward to lighting that fire with those I tutor in the future.

I am a graduate of Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Earth and Environmental Engineering. Since graduation, I have been an active member/volunteer for SHPE NYC (Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers), PAWS NYC (Pets Are Wonderful Support), EWB NYC (Engineers Without Borders) and iMentor. I have previous tutoring/mentoring experience - I was a summer RA (Residential Advisor) for groups of highschool students; and most recently mentored highschool students on college preparation, including financial aid and the college application process. I am most passionate about engineering, the environment, sustainability, and Math. In my spare time, I enjoy learning, reading, meditating, running, gardening, baking, cooking, and DIY projects.

I received my MA and MPhil in American Politics with a focus on American Political History from Columbia University and am presently finishing my PhD work there. I have been tutoring and teaching in this area for six years and have more than ten years of tutoring experience all told. My students' success is my own success; helping you grasp challenging concepts is deeply rewarding to me. My specialties are in GRE Prep, History, Analytical Reading/Writing, and Statistics.

I am currently a student at Columbia University studying Biomedical Engineering. Throughout high school, I tutored my peers in math, science, and standardized testing and found that I loved seeing my students passionate about what they are learning. Outside of tutoring, you can find me exploring the outdoors or tasting the newest restaurants in NYC.

I graduated from Columbia College at Columbia University,class of 2014, with a dual degree in Biology and Russian Literature. During my time at Columbia, I participated in "Peer Health Exchange", a student run organization where we taught local high schoolers about Health & Wellness. Although my interests lie with mathematics, biology and chemistry, I am also well versed in literature and college standardized tests like the ACT and MCAT. I always enjoy conquering a new subject and I hope to pass on that passion to whomever I teach!I was raised in a family that truly believes that education is the most important tool in one's life. As such, I am in the process of applying to medical school for the class of 2020. When I am not working or studying, I enjoy photography, cooking, exploring New York and the rest of the world!

I have been tutoring students in math and science and standardized test prep for over ten years. All of my students' scores and grades have improved. As one mom said "Before Gil, Ethan was getting a C in chemistry. After Gil, A-!! Thank you Gil!!" I can help you!I have unlimited patience (thanks in part to raising my seven year old son!) and am very supportive. I encourage questions and believe in making a safe environment where any question is encouraged and no one is afraid to tell me they don't understand something, or to go over something, even if we have already gone over it. Sometimes a different angle or explanation is required, as every student learns differently. I love when my students have that "A-ha!" moment, when something that was not clear becomes clear.I realize all students are different and am happy to work in different subjects with students of different levels and ages and abilities. I can help you!

I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classroom with middle-school students who were in approximately the 10th percentile for math (meaning they score lower than 90% of students). One-fourth of those students were able to grow around 15 percentile points by the end of the year!

Having experienced the rigor of learning from myriad tutors and learning centers firsthand, I feel that I have picked up several useful studying and test-taking techniques that may help all different types of students. I think it is important to find the easiest and the most efficient and enjoyable techniques for each particular student, as every individual learns better in different ways. As a college student now, I still use many of these studying strategies and have been exposed to even more from my fellow peers. I am very hard-working and dedicated, not to mention friendly, flexible, and unwaveringly supportive! :-)

Hello, my name is Monica and one of my favorite things to do is to tutor and teach! I wake up every day enthusiastic to learn and contribute to a greater world. I have been tutoring for a long time. I am the oldest child and I have 2 younger siblings who I teach everything I learn. We are older now, so I do not get as much time to hang out with them as they are onto their own schooling and work. I graduated undergrad with a BA in Psychology and Minor in Business. I love the sciences as I think it is fascinating what we and the world are made of, and to learn about these things, gives us a better understanding of who we are and where we are headed. I also spent a few years working as an accountant. After I saved up enough money to help my family out, I went back to school to get a Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Premedical Sciences. I also am an EMT. I have worked on the ambulances and in the hospitals and I find taking care of others extremely rewarding. For the next few years, I will be attending medical school. Along this entire journey, I have been tutoring students of a wide span of ages, from middle school to high school to college to adult (students in my own classes). I have a tremendous amount of patience combined with a goal-oriented mentality. I find a ton of joy in teaching others the things I've learned. I understand every student is different, so I approach every student differently depending on their needs and persona. I want every student I come in contact with to find the joy and realization of how enjoyable education truly is.

I graduated from Villanova University with a BS in Biology in 2015. Currently, I am between my first and second years of dental school at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and will graduate with my DDS degree in May of 2019.I first started tutoring in my sophomore year of college for the Biology Department at my university. I ran weekly tutorial sessions for students taking Genetics. Then, after my junior year of college, I also began working for the Physics Department as an exam proctor and weekly quiz grader for the General Physics I & II courses. I was also available for tutoring for students taking the course.I really enjoy working with students of all different learning styles and creating a plan that helps them achieve their potential. Tutoring allows me to keep my skills in the sciences fresh, while helping other students. I am passionate about the sciences and like to apply concepts I learn in class to real life situations.In my first year of dental school I completed a rigorous biomedical science curriculum including anatomy (with cadaver dissection) and physiology. I received honors in these course and would love to tutor in those subjects as well.

I am a Computer Science-Statistics and Psychology double major at Columbia University. I have been a tutor for three years, specializing in college-bound high school students and middle school children. While I have experience tutoring many subjects, my favorites are Statistics, Mathematics, and Computer Science. I did not discover my passion for these subjects until college (I was admitted to Columbia as pre-law for my writing), and I wish I had been exposed to the fun aspects of these subjects at younger age. Often we are discouraged from science and math while young by phrases like "I'm just not a math person," when the reality is that everybody learns math differently. These subjects are my favorite to tutor because it is incredibly rewarding to facilitate a previously-struggling student's confidence and understanding.