Charles
Certified Tutor
...in the IB program and different AP classes. My philosophy about tutoring is to quickly determine where the strengths and weaknesses are and to develop a mutual game plan. I have had the experience to learn from many different instructors and to be able to emulate many of their styles. I realize that what works...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Master of Science, Physiology and Biophysics
George
Certified Tutor
...Purdue University and have worked as an Actuary for 25 years. Many students feel like they're bad at math, when they're really just missing one or two key concepts. I enjoy one-on-one tutoring because I can talk to a student, identify issues, and help in understanding the concepts and ideas. We'll draw pictures and graphs...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Math
Angela
Certified Tutor
...involved with music, hiking, and swimming. I love being outdoors and swam competitively growing up. All through my life, I have also played instruments and sung in choirs. I love learning through and listening to music. While my favorite tutoring subjects are Spanish and ESL/ELL, I also enjoy tutoring reading, writing, and public speaking.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Language Education-Spanish
David
Certified Tutor
...(BS--Physics) and The University of Illinois (MS & PhD--Physics). I also studied Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics as a graduate at Cambridge University in England. I have taught and/or tutored mathematics and science in California, Kansas, Florida, and Missouri. It seems that I've always loved math and science. Now, I especially enjoy helping others understand...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Physics
PHD, Physics
David
Certified Tutor
...and obtained a PhD there. I have over ten years experience teaching Algebra, Calculus 1-3, Differential Equations, and similar math courses in a research university setting. This has always entailed conducting office hours with interested students on a one-on-one basis, and these types of sessions are typically most productive. Learning mathematics is a lot like...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
PHD, Mathematics
Shiva
Certified Tutor
...responsible, able to deal with different problems, enthusiastic, being able to motivate students and making them work hard, being creative, dedicated, passionate, and confident. My past experience has helped me to always organize a syllabus, follow it strictly, and manage classroom time effectively. In an American classroom with international students, I usually give input in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, German Translation
Master of Arts, Germanic Studies/Literature
Sam
Certified Tutor
...at Purdue University with a passion for math and science. I greatly enjoy helping students become more confident in these subjects. While at Purdue, I have volunteered with the Women in Engineering Program and would love to work with young women interested in pursuing careers in STEM fields. I have two years experience tutoring students...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770
Kathryn
Certified Tutor
...Nashville public school system, working with second and third grade students on reading and writing. Currently I serve as a volunteer at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital in the school program working with children in the inpatient unit. I am passionate about serving my peers and my community. Having fun and finding what motivates students is key...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
Pharmacy
Christen
Certified Tutor
...Purdue University (Class of 2013) and a native of the south suburbs of Chicago. I currently work full-time for the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. I've always had a strong interest in helping children reach their goals and volunteered with the children's ministry at my church and later became a youth soccer referee and coach....
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Christopher
Certified Tutor
...and study sessions. I lead most of these tutoring sessions, so I have many years of experience teaching. I love to do it and hope to continue it here. I have done many different levels of tutoring. I hope to be able to help anyone that wants the help and willing to learn. I believe...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Nuclear Engineering
Steven
Certified Tutor
...out which teaching methods work best for my students. I also believe that it is very important to make students feel comfortable asking any questions that they may have. I strive to make my students feel comfortable, and to be patient with them. I also try to get to know my students personally, and have...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Environmental Science
Bradley
Certified Tutor
...have revolved around physics and science in general. I've always had a very hands-on approach, and I feel it should be the same for teaching and learning. Just memorizing formulas and numbers is challenging at best. However, if you learn the real principles, and how they apply to the real world then science and physics...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Physics
PHD, Physics
Marcus
Certified Tutor
...and to think more critically about the world around them. While I can tutor in math and sciences as well as ACT and GRE test prep, my favorite subject to tutor would have to be Biology, because it is my favorite subject and the one I am currently studying. I like to make sure that...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Microbiology
PHD, Biology, General
GRE Verbal: 163
Emily
Certified Tutor
...May of 2013 with degrees in both Actuarial Science and Statistics and a minor in Management. After spending a year working as a consulting actuary, I decided to make a career change and returned to school to pursue a future as an optometrist. My motivation for this drastic career change was due to my passion...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Actuarial Science with a second major in Statistics and minor in Management
Current Grad Student, Doctor of Optometry
Marcella
Certified Tutor
...in the classroom wasn't limited to papers, grammar, and vocabulary though they were important components. We explored history through our novel readings, debated and wrote essays using primary sources from the Library of Congress, and changed a governor's viewpoint on the environment with a book my students wrote together. Though it never got 'published' in...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, History
Masters, American Studies
Jesse
Certified Tutor
...Spanish, and ecological statistics, utilizing each in both an academic and professional environment. During all degrees and employment opportunities teaching, tutoring, and mentoring have been an important part of both my own development and the development of others. I have tutored multiple subjects in biology and Spanish, ranging from introductory courses to advanced courses intended...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, Spanish Minor
Masters, Aquatic Ecology
Kelley
Certified Tutor
...a Special Education Teacher in Fall River, Massachusetts. All in all I have about 6 years of teaching experience and I try really hard to make learning interesting and applicable to my students, no matter the subject. In my free time, I love spending time with my yellow lab, Gibson and taking him on hikes....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Elementary & Special Education
Current Grad Student, Special Education
Andrew
Certified Tutor
I'm an Electrical Engineering student at Purdue University and love to learn about the world around me. I really enjoy tutoring because it allows me to share my passions of math, science and technology with others and show them how cool and fulfilling exploring the world through learning can be!
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Electrical Engineering
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 34
Ronald
Certified Tutor
...the time to look at my profile and taking the first step towards furthering your academic achievement! My passion for tutoring comes from the experiences I have had over the years working closely with students in a small classroom setting. The greatest reward I have had as an educator stems from not just the progress...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Secondary Education- Social Studies/Psychology/Economics
ACT Reading: 32
Abby
Certified Tutor
...I believe that respect for my students is one of the most important things I can show - not only to encourage their openness to the material I am presenting, but also to inspire them to respect each other and all other people. One of the most important concepts I hope to convey to students...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Elementary Education
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