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Roman

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Roman

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Roman's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Calculus
CLEP Prep

I have ph.d. in physics and finishing up ph.d. in math so I am good in both subjects.Back when I was learning those subjects, I was puzzled for a long time about various things that the books didn't seem to explain and I was really excited when I finally answered my own questions. It has been a dayd...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Donald

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Donald

Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
Donald's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
AP Calculus AB

I am a Senior at UC Berkeley, expecting to graduate next spring with a degree in Engineering Physics. Since I began tutoring, it has always been my philosophy to make sure the student understands a subject by breaking down concepts in the easiest way. My passion for the sciences drives me to not onl...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics

Nick

Certified Tutor

Nick

PHD, Comparative Literature/Latin American Studies
Nick's other Tutor Subjects
8th-12th Grade Reading
8th-12th Grade Writing
Adult Literacy
American Literature

I am an energetic, effective, and experienced teacher. After completing my B.A. in English with Philosophy Minor from UC Berkeley, I lived in Rome, Italy for two years where I taught English as a Second Language. During this time, I discovered that I had a passion and a gift for teaching.I completed...

Education

UC Los Angeles

PHD, Comparative Literature/Latin American Studies

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor in Arts, English

Hallie

Certified Tutor

Hallie

PHD, Anthropology
Hallie's other Tutor Subjects
AP French Language and Culture
College English
College Essays
Conversational French

I am a PhD candidate in Anthropology, and I love the exhilarating work of helping my students grasp difficult concepts. Whether it's planning how best to engage them, or working one-on-one with a student until they have that breakthrough and connect the dots between theory and real life, I thrive on...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

PHD, Anthropology

Barnard College Columbia University

Bachelors, Anthropology & Comparative Literature (French/English)

Test Scores
GRE
318
Rochelle

Certified Tutor

Rochelle

Bachelors, Cognitive Science
Rochelle's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
Conversational French
French
French 1

I recently graduated from the University of California, Berkeley. I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Cognitive Science (an interdisciplinary major dedicated to the study of the brain and mind through the disciplines of Neuroscience, Psychology, Computer Science, Linguistics, Philosophy, and Anthropolog...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelors, Cognitive Science

Surya

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Surya

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Surya's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Computer Science A
Basics of Python for Beginners
Calculus

I am an undergraduate student entering my third year at the University of California, Berkeley. I am pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science and Statistics. Since I was a sophomore in high school, I've tutored several students in various subjects; this includes my time tutoring high school p...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Raymond

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Raymond

Bachelor of Science, Economics
Raymond's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Aspire
ACT Writing
Business
C++

I enjoy helping students reach their academic and personal goals. My background is in economics, social sciences, and technology.I hope to help students improve their grades and test scores.

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor of Science, Economics

Caroline

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Caroline

Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Caroline's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Biology
AP Chinese Language and Culture
Arithmetic

Hello! I am a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley with a Bachelors degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology. During my four years of college, I guided K-12 students of the Oakland area in Language Arts and Mathematics and served as a mentor for many high school students. I have also...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology

Osama

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Osama

Master in Public Health, Public Health
Osama's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science
Elementary School Writing

I am a University of California, Berkeley graduate with over 7 years of tutoring experience in English and Math (through Algebra) for students in grades KG through college.Professionally, I have recently worked for the California Department of Public Health as part of the Affordable Care Act ('Obama...

Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

Master in Public Health, Public Health

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies

Akiva

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Akiva

Master of Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Akiva's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
American Literature
AP Art History
AP European History

I am a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley (Cal). I received my Bachelor of Arts in English with a focus on British and American Literature. I also received my Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, with an A in the Honors Program. My program in philosophy was an advanced interdisciplinary...

Education

Western New Mexico University

Master of Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor of Philosophy, History and Philosophy of Science and Technology

Test Scores
GRE
338

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