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Susan

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Susan

Masters in Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Susan's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Math
Middle School Math
Pre-Algebra

My name is Sue Mugar and I have been a high school math teacher for 19 years. I LOVE helping kids connect with math and working on their problem solving skills. I look forward to helping you be successful in math class!

Education

Alvernia University

Masters in Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision

Alvernia University

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Aaron

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Master of Science, Physician Assistance
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Cardiology
English Language Arts Substitute
Math Substitute
Medical Terminology

I received my Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry with a Minor in Mathematics from Alvernia University in Reading, PA. I proceeded to work for four years full-time following my undergraduate studies, with one year spent as a dental laboratory technician and three years employed as a nursing assistan...

Education

University of Saint Joseph

Master of Science, Physician Assistance

Alvernia University

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Rosemary

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Rosemary

Master of Science, Occupational Therapy
Rosemary's other Tutor Subjects
Academic Coaching
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math

I hold a BS from Muhlenberg College in Neuroscience with a minor in music, where I was a certified tutor for 3 years. I am currently enrolled in a Master's of Occupational Therapy program. I tutor subjects including Biology and Psychology, as well as music and some math. My favorite part of teaching...

Education

Alvernia University

Master of Science, Occupational Therapy

Muhlenberg College

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Test Scores
ACT
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Kristin

Certified Tutor

Kristin

Masters, Elementary Education State Certified Teacher
Kristin's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science
Elementary School Writing

I have been a teacher for over 11 years and have tutored for many of those years also. I currently teach 4th grade in the inner city. I have degrees in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, and I also hold my English as a Second Language certificate. Teaching is not onl...

Education

Alvernia College

Masters, Elementary Education State Certified Teacher

Alvernia University

Bachelors, Elementary Education

Amanda

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Amanda

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Amanda's other Tutor Subjects
Art
Art Hour
Elementary Reading and Phonics Class
Elementary School

Hi! I'm Amanda and I'm passionate about education. I have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and earned my Master's degree in education as well with a speciality in Children's Literature. I have worked with many young students in the past 6 years in various subject areas. However, phon...

Education

Pennsylvania State University

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Alvernia University

Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education

Justin

Certified Tutor

Justin

Bachelors, Special Education/ Early Childhood Education
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
Adult Literacy
Bassoon
College English
Creative Writing

I want to share my love of the English Language with others through skill building and creative approaches.I have had a passion for writing since I started writing creative fiction when I was eight years old. At twenty-four, I still hold tight to that passion. I have written two books, one fantasy n...

Education

Alvernia University

Bachelors, Special Education/ Early Childhood Education

Heather

Certified Tutor

Heather

Master of Arts, English
Heather's other Tutor Subjects
College English
English
English Grammar and Syntax
English Language Arts Substitute

I am a magna cum laude undergraduate of Alvernia University, Reading, PA, with a BA in English. I am also a magna cum laude 2000 graduate of Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA, with a MA in English, where I was also a graduate assistant. I have been a professional adjunct lecturer and tutor at the co...

Education

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Master of Arts, English

Alvernia University

Bachelor in Arts, English

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