Education

University of Massachusetts Amherst - BS, Mathematics, Pure and Applied

Experience

Specific subjects I tutor include middle school math, trigonometry, and calculus 1 . I provide students with strategies that will give them confidence when taking the exams. It is my observation that the biggest challenge students have is a lack of self-esteem . As a tutor,...

Education

Case Western Reserve University - BA, Biochemistry

Experience

It is also affected how I tutor students myself . I can help students prepare for the ACT, SAT and other standard tests, and I can help them learn algebra, elementary and middle school math, anatomy, biology, microbiology, and physiology . My goal as a tutor is not only to...

Education

Cornell University - BS, Industrial and Labor Relations

Experience

In my spare time, I like working out at the gym, traveling the globe, and reading interesting books. Algebra, History, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP U.S. Government & Politics, AP United States History, AP US History, Arithmetic, College English, College Essays,...

Education

Boston College - Bachelors, Economics, Mathematics and Biology Minor

Experience

I've been working in education since I was a high school student and would tutor younger students in subjects like math and science . These days, I'm able to assist people of all levels in a variety of simple and advanced subjects, including calculus, trigonometry, and...

Education

University of Michigan - BA with Honors, English, History

Experience

Thinking like the test maker and not just the test taker offers a great degree of clarity about what is required to succeed in that context . I'm also an advocate of serious investment, believing that results are proportionate to time invested, and studying really does pay...

Education

SUNY New Paltz - BA, Creative Writing

Experience

I also enjoy helping students who are writing their?college admissions essays . If you have a difficult time with any area of English, I can help you overcome that?obstacle . I also help students preparing to take college entrance tests like the SAT and ACT . My goal as a...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Political Science and Government , Teachers College at Columbia University -...

Experience

As a tutor, I'm able to help students with English as a second language, reading, writing, and standardized test preparation . I have a wealth of experience working as an educator here in New York . I've taught college level courses, tutored, coached and counseled adults and...

Education

Hunter College - BA, Political Science/Media

Experience

To me, language is about expression that is practical . It means nothing to study theory and grammar without making the language work in day-to-day living situations . I make an effort to involve the interests of my students in our studies, so that they are always interested...

Education

SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelors, English , CUNY Queens College - Current Grad Student, Mathematics Education

Experience

I originally attended SUNY at Binghamton for an English degree, but I returned to school at CUNY Queens College to earn my graduate degree in math . I've always loved math, and I enjoy helping students develop an appreciation of it as well . I think that math learning can be...

Education

Polytechnic Institute of New York University - Current Undergrad, Applied Physics

Experience

As a tutor, I want to provide conducive learning environment with open communication and trust, so the student feels comfortable asking questions and is not afraid of sounding dumb . I can tutor algebra, calculus, writing, essays, history, English, and more . I can also help...

Education

Wesleyan University - BA with Honors, College of Social Studies

Experience

I base my teaching on my own experiences as a student and what's worked well for me . I believe in specialized attention, storytelling, and being relatable . I can tutor students in all kinds of subjects, including History, Science, Math, Politics, Literature, Anthropology,...

Education

University of Miami - BA, English

Experience

I also enjoy puzzles and anything that challenges the mind. 10th Grade Reading, 10th Grade Writing, 11th Grade Reading, 11th Grade Writing, 12th Grade Reading, 12th Grade Writing, Adult Literacy, American Literature, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature...

Education

Experience

History, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP U.S. Government & Politics, College Essays, English, Essay Editing, European History, Geography, Grammar and Mechanics, IB Extended Essay, IB Global Politics HL, IB Global Politics SL, IB History HL, IB History SL, IB...

Education

Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Film and Media Studies , Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Arts in Education

Experience

I can also help students who are struggling with writing and reading . I have many methods students find useful, including the use of free writing and story maps . I believe in understanding each student's character and learning styles, and I work hard to tailor my sessions...