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Certified Tutor
4+ years
Nicole
Nicole Sorensen has over 12-years experience learning and then practicing as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She resides in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with her husband, son, and dog. Nicole teaches master's coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis at Simmons University and is a Faculty member for Under...
Walden University
Master of Science, Forensic Psychology
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Casey
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...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Masters in Education, Mathematics Teacher Education
Amherst College
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Teresa
I am a graduate of The University of Massachusetts at Boston. In this institution, I received my Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts, focusing on Elementary Education and a minor in psychology, my Master's Degree in Applied Linguistics, and a Doctorate in Leadership in Urban School Administration with ...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Master of Arts, Applied Linguistics
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Doctor of Philosophy, Urban Education and Leadership
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Janet
A little bit of information about me.I find computer programming/development to be a very enjoyable occupation. There is something about putting the code together to create an application or a website that is very satisfying. Getting to see the results of the work that was done is very exciting.I ob...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Master of Science, Information Technology
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Peiwen
I believe every student has his or her own learning needs. I would like to know more about my students, to provide a personalized learning experience and to help them achieve their dreams. My students will not be afraid of making mistakes. My students will be more confident about their abilities. My...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Masters, Education Administration
Shanghai Normal University
Bachelors, English Education
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Jessica
Late in the winter of 2003, I left Baylor University for Spain, where I would spend the next semester studying. When I arrived in Madrid, I was unfamiliar with the city and had to rush to catch the bus that would take me to my university, several hours to the north. Confused, tired and not at all pr...
Baylor University
Bachelors, University Scholars Program
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Current Grad Student, Applied Linguistics
Certified Tutor
4+ years
I am a graduate of Jacksonville University. I received my Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Clinical Nursing Education. I enjoy teaching because it allows me the opportunity to create engaging and meaningful learning experiences that assist student learners with discovering their ...
Jacksonville University
MS
University of Massachusetts-Boston
MS
Certified Tutor
Alyssa
I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in English Literature with a focus on 20th and 21st century British fiction. I also hold a B.A. and M.A. in English. While pursuing my own passion for education, I have found a secondary passion in helping students find their voice in their writing. I love working one...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Masters, English Literature
Ursinus College
Bachelors, English
Certified Tutor
Lila
I am a certified teacher and am qualified to teach English language arts, social studies, and BCIT (business, computers, and information technology.) I have extensive experience with hesitant learners and I really enjoy helping students find new ways to learn. I have earned undergraduate and graduat...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Masters in Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Earlham College
Bachelor in Arts, History
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I believe that reading challenges must be addressed as soon as they appear--very early in the primary grades. Assessment is vital initially to determine what a child knows, partially knows and needs to learn. After assessment, I develop a learning plan based on results of that initial assessment. W...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
PhD
CUNY Queens College
PhD
Certified Tutor
4+ years
Ciro
I'm a CPA Audit Manager with over 5 years of experience working with a diverse client base. I know the difficulties of studying and am here to support you!
Nichols College
Masters in Business Administration, Human Resources Development
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Susan
Teaching is not a one size fits all endeavor. The teacher must learn from the student their interests, skills and learning preferences. It is then up to the teacher to provide a learning environment unique to that student which will not only show the student how they best acquire new information but...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Masters, Education, Secondary Social Studies State Certified Teacher
University of Houston
Bachelors, Anthropology
Certified Tutor
3+ years
Ashley
I am a results-driven attorney with experience teaching law school classes and multiple bachelor level courses. I have obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Political Science, Master of Public Policy (MPP), Juris Doctor (JD), Master of the Laws (LLM), and am currently working on my Doctor of Jurid...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
JD
Florida State University
JD
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Latisha
Believe it or not I didn't start understanding math until the 6th grade. Something clicked for me and from then on math became fun and my favorite subject. My first job was working as a tutor/mentor at the age of 16. I tutored middle school kids in all subjects but especially math. The best part of ...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Robert
Hello,I have a BS in Business from Northeastern University and an MBA from University of Massachusetts-Boston. I teach Marketing at Bentley University, Clark University, and UMass-Boston.I tutor subjects across the entire spectrum: sciences and math, Spanish, and also writing, English and social stu...
University of Massachusetts-Boston
Masters, MBA-Information Systems
Northeastern University
Bachelors, Business/Marketing
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