Emily
Certified Tutor
...Carnegie Mellon University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and International Relations. After graduation I joined Teach For America and am currently a high school math teacher, teaching Algebra and Geometry to freshmen and sophomores. Math is definitely my favorite subject and I love helping my students understand, appreciate, and love math. I began tutoring...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 750
Emre
Certified Tutor
...I could not have asked for better students, and we even went out as a group to lunch and a local amusement park after the year was over. Part of my inspiration is to help all students of differing performance and interest levels since I truly feel that we are all capable of having a logically-developed...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Information Systems
Masters, Secondary Math
State Certified Teacher
John
Certified Tutor
...find great joy in academics once they discover the individual approach that works for them. I see it as my job to help them find that path. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, rock climbing, running, travel, and reading. I am also a section editor for the Los Angeles Review of Books and the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800
Rachel
Certified Tutor
...better understand my work in physiological context. Throughout my time at Carnegie Mellon, I had the opportunity to teach in the community and practice Science communication skills. This included working as a Teacher's Assistant for university courses, mentoring at educational events for high school students, and seminars in making complex information more approachable. I was...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
PHD, Biological Sciences
Joanna
Certified Tutor
...see that writing is a process. This understanding generally made them more patient and open to feedback. Philosophy and logic are both exceptionally abstract subjects. Teaching them to undergraduates requires patience and the ability to explain things as simply as possible. It is also important to recognize the signs of confusion. Students do not always...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy and Italian
Master of Science, Logic and Computation
Olga
Certified Tutor
...Statistics with University Honors. Since graduation, I have been working as a consultant focusing on analytics - using Economic theory and Statistical methods to advise clients. However, I also want to take my passion for these fields and encourage younger students to use them in their lives. I find that often times students don't succeed...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Economics and Statistics
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 790
Pamela
Certified Tutor
...step on your road to success, and I would consider it a privilege to walk the next way with you. I believe that education is the key that can unlock so many doors. Once the door is unlocked--you walk through to new and exciting times in your life. I tutor a broad range of subjects,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Kamilah
Certified Tutor
...preparation. My passion stems from the desire to help students achieve their educational and personal goals. I believe that every child has the ability to learn and acquire knowledge for themselves. My professional life, spanning the non-profit and private sectors, has allowed me to support initiatives to improve public education at a national grassroots level...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Ethics, History & Public Policy
Master in Public Health Administration, Public Administration
Zhaleh
Certified Tutor
...I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering and Japanese at Carnegie Mellon University. I enjoy tutoring because I love sharing knowledge with others, especially in one-on-one sessions, or with a small group. Teaching others is a great way to expand understanding of how other students think and develop ideas, and it allows myself to see new...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
PJ
Certified Tutor
...of all levels and types are capable of learning. It is just a matter of putting in the effort and taking the correct approach. In some cases it is a matter of putting together a series of small victories and gains before reaching the ultimate goal, but all students can get there!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Masters, Secondary Mathematics
Larry
Certified Tutor
...and statistics. Those two subjects are notorious for producing a fair amount of anxiety in students, so I relish in showing how manageable physics and statistics can be for anyone. I help students learn how to overcome their anxieties by guiding them to become better problem solvers. The problem solving skills they will develop under...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Master of Science, Chemistry
Sean
Certified Tutor
...tutors and students can truly get to know each other. The most effective learning comes after we make learning enjoyable. That takes effort from both the teacher and the student. The teacher should come to the table with a good method and the creativity to break from the method from time to time. The student...
Education & Certification
Viola Performance; Music Education
Masters, Viola Performance
Kelsey
Certified Tutor
...recall, I have been told of the importance of education. As a young black female, this message could not have been more relevant for me as I grew up. Now, as an adult, I do my best to ensure that children of all ages and backgrounds understand that an education can take them out of...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English/Professional Writing
Master of Science, Public Policy & Management
Kristin
Certified Tutor
...of Public Management (MPM) degree, with an emphasis in Education Management, from Carnegie Mellon University in 2012. I earned academic distinction in my MPM program and was a merit-based scholarship recipient (Public Policy and International Affairs Fellow). I also hold Bachelors of Science degrees in both Communications and Political Science, in addition to a Leadership...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Political Science, Communication Arts
Public Management
Brandon
Certified Tutor
...on a particular college, and I love being a part of that process. I like to think of myself as a goal-oriented tutor, helping my client pick out the thing that he or she wants by the end of our sessions and driving toward it. I also believe in meeting my client where they are...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Politics & Philosophy
Master of Arts, Public Policy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 35
Lindsay
Certified Tutor
...should have equal access to quality and engaging education. I believe that access to a tutor allows a student that extra assistance to help them stick out in the classroom and excel over any academic challenge. After completing my Bachelors of Science in Biology and Psychology with a minor in Biomedical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology and Psychology minor in Biomedical Engineering
Master of Science, Education focus in Adolescent (7-12) Chemistry
Tammy
Certified Tutor
...currently trying to make my way into the product design arena. I recently moved to Oregon from Michigan in pursuit of this goal! I have always loved and had a skill for math and physics. This was only strengthened through two degrees in engineering. Although my formal tutoring didn't start until college, in high school...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 780
SAT Writing: 700
Z
Certified Tutor
...guidance of two Ph.D. parents , I have cultivated a great appreciation of education in all forms. After attending Carnegie Mellon University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, with a minor in Hispanic Studies. I went back to school and obtained a masters degree in education, with a 4.0 GPA. After graduating...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Shelby
Certified Tutor
I enjoy working one on one with students to increase their understanding, learning and confidence. I like to use different methods of teaching, depending on the individual and their strengths. I am an advocate for determination, organization, and hard work in approaching learning and achieving success in school. ... In a first session, I talk with students about what they are struggling with most and any concerns they may have initially.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Master of Science, Public Policy and Management
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 34
Graham
Certified Tutor
...major at Carnegie Mellon University. In high school, I scored very highly on the SAT Math section and Math II subject test. I also excelled in Calculus 1 and 2 during my freshman year at CMU. I have previous experience in tutoring from teaching introductory Algebra to a class of 30 students entering high school....
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
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