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Cole

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Cole

Bachelors, English and Computer Science
Cole's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
English
High School English
High School Writing

As a current college undergrad who has tutored for a while, I'm still learning myself but bring years of experience helping students with a variety of goals in all kinds of academic subjects. I look forward to learning with you!

Education

Amherst College

Bachelors, English and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
Alexander

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Alexander

Bachelor in Arts, Architecture; Environmental Studies
Alexander's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Chemistry
College Biology
College Chemistry

I'm Alex, a 28-year old with a passion for teaching science and for helping students conquer standardized tests. Since I began working as a physics, math, and SAT tutor with Varsity Tutors in 2011, I've found it incredibly rewarding to help my students develop sustainable study habits and realize th...

Education

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, Architecture; Environmental Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Christien

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Christien

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Christien's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Biostatistics
Business
Business Analytics

I've been fortunate to have been supported throughout my academic career. Now, I want to be a part of that support system for students. I'm a graduate of the Amherst College with a degree in statistics and a graduate of the University of Massachusetts with a Master's of Business Administration with ...

Education

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, Statistics

Rebecca

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Rebecca

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Rebecca's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Biology
Earth Science
High School Biology

I am a current student at Amherst College in Massachusetts, studying biology, psychology, and the environment. I have been tutoring independently for the past four years, in a wide range of subjects, including math and science. I have worked with a variety of students of many ages, although most of ...

Education

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Test Scores
ACT
33
Casey

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Casey

Masters in Education, Mathematics Teacher Education
Casey's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Calculus AB

Hi! I have taught high school math in Boston for three years. Most of my experience has been with Algebra 1 and Geometry, but I'm comfortable with all math content up through Calculus. Some of my most enjoyable and rewarding experiences working with students have been helping them with assignments i...

Education

University of Massachusetts-Boston

Masters in Education, Mathematics Teacher Education

Amherst College

Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Test Scores
SAT
1550
GRE
335
Audrey

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Audrey

Bachelor
Audrey's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Middle School Math
Math Substitute

I am passionate about tutoring students because I genuinely enjoy the process of learning and believe that tutoring is collaborative and a learning experience for both the tutor and the student. I love working with others and collaborating to reach a shared goal. I am currently a first-year at Amher...

Education

Amherst College

Bachelor

David

Certified Tutor

2+ years

David

PhD
David's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
High School Physics
Algebra
Calculus 1

My expertise is in classroom, small group, and one-on-one instruction in physics of the first year. I have, however, taught at all levels from non-science major courses through the graduate physics curriculum. My education includes a bachelor's degree in physics from Amherst College and a doctorat...

Education

Stanford University

PhD

Amherst College

PhD

Charles

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Charles

Masters, Biochemistry
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Physics 1
AP Physics 2
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C: Mechanics

I graduated Amherst College summa cum laude with a degree in neuroscience in 2014. After graduating I completed a master's degree in biochemistry at the University of Cambridge in England. I then worked as self-employed tutor for a few months before starting a teaching fellowship in Colombia, where ...

Education

University of Cambridge

Masters, Biochemistry

Amherst College

Bachelors, Neuroscience

Test Scores
ACT
35
Catherine

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Catherine

Masters, Childhood Education
Catherine's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

I am a great tutor because I am an invested teacher and remain an enthusiastic learner; I have a passion for literature and history, an interest in helping others, and a range of experiences working with many different learners.I graduated cum laude from Amherst College with a B.A. in English and Hi...

Education

Touro College

Masters, Childhood Education

Amherst College

Bachelors, English & History

Kevin

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Kevin

Bachelors, English and Neuroscience
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I grew up in Flushing, Queens and attended Stuyvesant High School. I recently graduated Amherst College with an English and Neuroscience double degree. As the oldest in the family, I have been tutoring and mentoring my siblings and cousins my entire life. I worked as a volunteer tutor throughout hig...

Education

Amherst College

Bachelors, English and Neuroscience

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
34

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