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Mariah

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Mariah

Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience
Mariah's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Biostatistics
Business
Business Writing

Throughout my academic training, scientific research felt not like a mere career choice for me; but an opportunity to fulfill my fundamentally inquisitive nature. Along this journey, I chose to focus my study on neuroscience and obtained a Ph.D. in this field. Now, I work in the biotechnology indust...

Education

University of Rochester

Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science

Northwestern University

Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience

Kevin

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Kevin

Bachelors, Chemistry
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
Chemistry

I have recently graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in chemistry. I just started working a day job, but I would love to get into tutoring again! I tutored a bit of general chemistry in college and honestly, I loved the experience! I would love to teach chemistry and math because of ...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Chemistry

Test Scores
ACT
33
GRE
166

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Joshua

Bachelors, Economics and International Studies
Joshua's other Tutor Subjects
Economics
English
High School Writing
Math

I obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and International Studies from Northwestern University in December 2016. During college, I worked on research projects in social sciences both at Northwestern and with the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless, a nonprofit organization that advocates for polic...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Economics and International Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Kade

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Kade's other Tutor Subjects
AP Biology
AP Calculus AB
Biology
Chemistry

Hello! I'm Kade and I'm currently a second-year at Northwestern University studying biology and chemistry on the pre-medical track. Outside of school/tutoring, I spend time volunteering for my university's annual Dance Marathon fundraiser, a member of Camp Kesem, working as a study group mentor, and...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Evan

Bachelors, Radio/Television/Film
Evan's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
American Literature

I am a graduate from Northwestern University with a major in Film and a minor in English. While I was at school, I had the best experience of my entire academic career doing independent research, writing a paper on the subject, and then teaching fellow students the material. In that one project, I s...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Radio/Television/Film

Test Scores
SAT
1510

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Seong

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Seong's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Science
Algebra

I am currently a sophomore at Northwestern University with a Neuroscience Major and Psychology minor.I have multiple tutoring experiences in different subjects! I have 1 year of experience working with students at the World Relief refugee camp to teach them English and grammar. Also, I used to teach...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Test Scores
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Leah

Bachelor in Arts, Neurobiology and Behavior
Leah's other Tutor Subjects
American Literature
Biology
Calculus
Chemistry

If there is one thing I have learned from my years working in neurobiology labs, it's that brains learn best in engaging, low-stress environments. I take great pride in creating those environments with students, especially during times as chaotic as these.I firmly believe that there are no boring or...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, Neurobiology and Behavior

Test Scores
GRE
331

Certified Tutor

Nicholas

Bachelors (in progress)

Hi, I'm Nick! I'm passionate about helping students turn intimidating material into clear, manageable steps. As a biochemistry TA and chess tutor, I focus on building both understanding and confidence: not just getting the right answer, but learning the reasoning behind it. Whether we're reviewing s...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors (in progress)

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jack

Bachelor in Arts, Theatre
Jack's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
College Geography
College Level American History

Hello!I am a recent graduate of Northwestern University with degrees in Theatre Management, Marketing, and Spanish. I am passionate about tutoring because I love engaging with students in a way that makes them excited about learning. I believe that finding connections to the material allows students...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, Theatre

Test Scores
SAT
1520

Certified Tutor

Derek

Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

I'm a former Kaplan instructor and test writer, so I've actually created standardized tests and understand them from the inside out. I can help prepare you for GRE, LSAT, ACT, and other exams. I'm a certified high school teacher and a PhD level instructor. Let's start working toward your goals toget...

Education

Northwestern University

Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

Florida State University

Masters / Graduate

Florida State University

Bachelors

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