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Sarah

Certified Tutor

Sarah

Bachelors, Theater
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
Arithmetic
College English

I recently graduated magna cum laude with a degree in theater from Barnard College, Columbia University. I love meeting new people, figuring out complex problems, and helping others discover exciting ideas. I believe that clear communication and approachability are essential when tutoring. Learning ...

Education

Barnard College

Bachelors, Theater

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
32
Emily

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Emily

Masters, Elementary Education
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Comparative Literature
English
English Grammar and Syntax

I graduated from Barnard College with a degree in English and writing. I took a wide range of classes, specializing in literature and both creative and academic writing. All throughout college I worked with students at various ages and levels, helping them succeed in school. After graduating, I spen...

Education

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Masters, Elementary Education

Barnard College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
SAT
1490

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ellen

Doctorate (PhD)

My journey through science and teaching has ignited my passion for tutoring math and science. With a B.A. in Cellular and Molecular Biology from Barnard and a PhD in Biomedical Sciences underway at Rutgers, I've developed a strong grasp of these subjects. Tutoring students in Algebra through Calculu...

Education

Rutgers University

Doctorate (PhD)

Barnard College

Bachelor

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Comparative Literature
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
American Literature
AP Research
College Application Essays

My background is in teaching composition, creative writing and analytical writing to college students. I have a PhD in Comparative Literature and I've published essays, stories, and plays. I taught at the University of Notre Dame for nine years. I am happy to be tutoring now because it gives me the ...

Education

New York University

PHD, Comparative Literature

Barnard College

Bachelors, French, Women's Studies

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Nabil

Bachelor in Arts, History
Nabil's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Spanish Literature and Culture
Conversational Spanish
English

I am a sophomore at Barnard College of Columbia University majoring in History with a minor in Spanish. I have 4 years tutoring experience with middle school, high school, and college students with specialties in math, writing, and Spanish. Outside of school, I enjoy working out, going to museums, a...

Education

Barnard College

Bachelor in Arts, History

Certified Tutor

Akshara

Bachelor's (in progress)

I am a rising junior at Barnard College of Columbia University, majoring in Political Science with a minor in Economics. I have experience tutoring students aged 7 to 17, primarily in high school. While I am able to tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and...

Education

Barnard College

Bachelor's (in progress)

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sam

Bachelors, Political Science and Human Rights Studied
Sam's other Tutor Subjects
Art
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature

I grew up in Virginia, where I completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma program in 2009. In 2013, I graduated from Barnard College with a degree in Political Science and Human Rights Studies. During college, I worked for the Junior Statesmen Summer School at Stanford University, where I hel...

Education

Barnard College

Bachelors, Political Science and Human Rights Studied

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Isabel

Current Undergrad, Economics, East Asian Studies
Isabel's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Arithmetic
College Algebra

I am currently studying Economics and East Asian Studies at Columbia University. Outgoing by nature, I have a teaching method that is very interactive. During a tutoring session, my students should expect a dialogue rather than a lecture. I have a background tutoring Math and Mandarin Chinese to stu...

Education

Barnard College

Current Undergrad, Economics, East Asian Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sarah

Bachelor in Arts, Urban Studies
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-3rd Grade Math
Adult Literacy

I have been a tutor for ten years, specializing in writing and reading. As a high school student, I began tutoring my peers in writing and research. At Barnard College, Columbia University I was one of 13 students selected from my class as a Barnard College Writing Fellow. After a rigorous selection...

Education

Barnard College

Bachelor in Arts, Urban Studies

Certified Tutor

3+ years

Grace

Master of Science, Human Nutrition
Grace's other Tutor Subjects
Business
Economics
Elementary School Writing
English

I obtained my bachelor's from Barnard College in Economics, where I also studied pre-med. I then pursued my Master's in more rigorous scientific study and research at the Columbia University Institute of Human Nutrition. These diverse educational experiences have given me a strong foundation across ...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Science, Human Nutrition

Barnard College

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Certified Tutor

Sasha

Master of Arts, Science Education State Certified Teacher
Sasha's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
AP Biology

Hi there! I'm Sasha and I am a former high school biology teacher and MBA graduate who is excited to help you find success and enjoyment in your biology, chemistry, or math class or SAT II Subject Test. I taught high school biology at a public high school in New Jersey for three years and really enj...

Education

Teachers College at Columbia University

Master of Arts, Science Education State Certified Teacher

Barnard College

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1550
GMAT
710

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Hayley

Bachelors, Anthropology
Hayley's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a lifelong educator and writer, passionate about creating engaging lessons that are tailored for each of my students. As both a classroom teacher and a tutor, I have gained invaluable experience about how to help students, all the while learning so much about life from my students themselves. B...

Education

Barnard College

Bachelors, Anthropology

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Meghna

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Meghna's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
Algebra
AP Biology
AP Calculus AB

I am a current sophomore at Barnard College studying Biochemistry with a minor in Dance. I have previous tutoring experience in AP Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, for both high school and college age students. My personal teaching philosophy is to lead my sessions with a student-based approach. As ...

Education

Barnard College

Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1520
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Jennifer

Current Undergrad, Computer Science
Jennifer's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
AP Calculus AB

I have been tutoring students for 6 years, and I have enjoyed each moment of it! It's truly fulfilling when you see your students understand a certain subject and I hope to be a part of their academic achievements. I am an experienced tutor in math and science subjects, and I hope to share my passio...

Education

Barnard College

Current Undergrad, Computer Science

Certified Tutor

Lillian

Current Undergrad, Mathematics
Lillian's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Calculus
Calculus 2

I am a senior math major at barnard college of Columbia University. I've tutored in the math help room through calculus III for 2 years. I enjoy algebra, number theory, and topology. I am also premed and enjoy chemistry, intro physics, and organic chemistry.

Education

Barnard College

Current Undergrad, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1510
ACT
33

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