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Li

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Li

Bachelor of Science, Speech and Hearing
Li's other Tutor Subjects
1st-9th Grade Math
3rd-8th Grade Science
Adult ESL/ELL
Algebra

My philosophy in teaching is based on the fundamental principle that it's okay to not know-- we learn through our mistakes and I will be cheering you on, never punish you for learning.My grandmother was a wonderful teacher who helped me re-learn Chinese when I moved back from Japan to China. Because...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Speech and Hearing

NYITCOM

Non Degree Doctorals, medicine

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Zach

Certified Tutor

Zach

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Zach's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Science
Algebra
Algebra 2

I'm Zach, a sophomore at Northwestern University, and I am majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science. I love math and science, and enjoy the satisfaction of fostering love for such subjects in the students I tutor.In my free time, I enjoy watching the Pittsburgh Penguins, p...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35
Oliver

Certified Tutor

Oliver

Bachelor of Science, Journalism, International Relations
Oliver's other Tutor Subjects
AP Comparative Government and Politics
AP U.S. Government & Politics
AP United States History
AP US History

Hello! I'm a 2014 graduate of Northwestern University with a BS in Journalism and International Studies. My journalistic work has appeared in the Boston Globe and other respected publications, though at the moment I'm focusing on teaching the intricacies of the written word, among other subjects. I ...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Journalism, International Relations

Leah

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Leah

Bachelors (in progress)
Leah's other Tutor Subjects
Writing
English
High School Writing
Math

With 5 years of tutoring experience in Math, English, SAT prep, and College Applications, I especially understand the importance of creating customized approaches to a student's learning style. Learning manifests differently for everyone, and it's important to observe their patterns as well as creat...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors (in progress)

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Kruti

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Kruti

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Kruti's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
Biology
Cell Biology
College Application Essays

Hello! I am currently a fourth year medical student at the University of IL College of Medicine (graduating in May 2021), and I previously received my Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences with a concentration in Genetics and Genomics from Northwestern University. Two things I am passionate about ...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

University of Illinois College of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine

Kyle

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Kyle

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Kyle's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Geometry
Math

Raised in Columbus, Ohio, studied Engineering at Northwestern in Chicago and now in the Motor City looking to help students reach their full potential in everyone's favorite subject - math! From Middle School math up through Trigonometry, I'll work to find your best learning style and help you get w...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Ilana

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Ilana

Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
Ilana's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a graduate of Northwestern University, where I completed a BA in Cognitive Science (Neuroscience concentration) as well as a BMus and Masters degree in Voice and Opera Performance. I tutor test prep for the SATs and ACTs, as well as math for all ages. I excel particularly in writing and editing...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
35
Michael

Certified Tutor

Michael

Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Science
ACT Writing

Hi, I'm Mickey, a recent Northwestern University engineering grad who moved back to Evanston near the end of 2019. I'm great at math, and excited to help teach students in any subject I can! I'm predominately looking to do online tutoring currently, as it's important to stay healthy and responsible ...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Science, Materials Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
34
Anna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Anna

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I'm Anna! I'm currently a student in the MD/MBA program between Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Kellogg School of Management, and graduated from Northwestern University as part of the Honors Program in Medical Education. I attended the Bergen County Academies in New Jer...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Northwestern University

Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1590
ACT
36
Chelsey

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Chelsey

Bachelors, Theatre
Chelsey's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I'm a recent graduate of Northwestern University, a native New Yorker, and a recent addition to Varsity Tutors. I grew up in Westchester County, where I volunteered as an assistant creative writing teacher in high school. After high school, I moved to Evanston, Illinois for school. I studied a wide ...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelors, Theatre

Test Scores
ACT
35

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