(16) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help near 16870
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Samuel
Math and Science Problem Solving For All Experience Levels
- $30 / h
- 8 ratings
- Port Matilda , Pennsylvania ( 16870 )
- 15 miles
Throughout my education, I’ve tried a lot of study strategies. I’ve found that what works best for me is not reading or lectures, but conversation. That knowledge is what informs my tutoring approach. I talk to my students until I can focus down to the core of their understanding, then I build out until they have a confident grasp on the material. I began tutoring as an undergraduate at the University of Rochester, where I worked as a Teaching Assistant for some introductory geology courses. ... Read more
Melissa
Biology Ph.D. and stay at home mom
- $40 / h
- Port Matilda , Pennsylvania ( 16870 )
- 20 miles
I received my Ph.D. at Carnegie Mellon University in Biological Sciences. I have taught biology and genetics to college and university students in Pittsburgh, but we recently moved to the State College area, and I am currently staying home to raise my children. I have also tutored students taking community college courses in biology. I really enjoy teaching and connecting with my students! I try to find multiple ways to reach my students, and love using demonstrations when possible. If yo... Read more
Nic
Math and Physics Tutor
- $25 / h
- State College , Pennsylvania ( 16803 )
- 20 miles
Teaching has been an interest of mine my entire adult life. My first degree was in secondary education (in physics with a minor in mathematics) and later in theoretical physics; while earning these degrees and beyond I have tutored privately, for the university, and for various programs. I specialize in tutoring college level mathematics, typically up through calc 2. I have tutored all levels of math and even taught 8th grade algebra in a public school. I am generally availa... Read more
Lindsay
Undergrad Majoring in Forensic Science at Penn State
- $30 / h
- University Park , Pennsylvania ( 16802 )
- 2 miles
I'm an undergraduate student at Pennsylvania State University majoring in Forensic Science with a possible minor in Psychology. I have informally tutored fellow students in Psychology, Algebra II, Geometry, and English. I love helping kids succeed in subjects that are difficult for them, as I have been in their position and I know how good it feels to do well in a subject you thought you were going to fail. Some of these subjects have not always been easy for me, but with the help of other... Read more
Chris
Experienced instructor and tutor of Spanish language
- $30 / h
- 1 rating
- State College , Pennsylvania ( 16803 )
- 40 miles
I graduated summa cum laude from Saint Vincent College in 2015 with a B.A. in Spanish language and a B.S. in Business Management. While earning a 4.0 cumulative G.P.A. in Spanish, I also worked for the college as a Spanish tutor. In doing so, it was my pleasure to help students of Spanish 1, 2, 3, 100 and above achieve their academic goals. I went on to attend graduate school at PSU, where I completed my M.A. in Spanish literature. At PSU, I completed a rigorous teaching methodology cours... Read more
Rafael
Backgrounds in engineering and education
- $40 / h
- State College , Pennsylvania ( 16803 )
- 20 miles
I'm a doctoral student in education who has experience working with high school and college students. I've worked extensively with young adults, tutoring students in math and physics, as well as teaching college courses in leadership. I received my BS in Mechanical Engineering from a highly selective undergraduate institution, and have since received my MS in Student Affairs in Higher Education--basically, I studied young adult learning. I'm now a law and doctoral student at Penn State, en... Read more
Sarah
High School Math & Physics Teacher
- $40 / h
- 10 ratings
- State College , Pennsylvania ( 16803 )
- 20 miles
I am originally from Pittsburgh, PA. I have been living in State College for 6 years with my husband and my 2-yr old son. I hold dual teaching certificates. I am certified in Math 7-12 & Physics 7-12. I have been teaching for 7 years. I currently teach Algebra 2 and Physics at the high school level. In addition to Algebra 2 and Physics, I have also taught AP Calculus. Although teaching is a very demanding job, seeing the "light-bulb" go on when working with students makes it worth it. ... Read more
Benjamin
Juniata College graduate interested in teaching & public speaking
- $40 / h
- State College , Pennsylvania ( 16803 )
- 30 miles
I have a degree in Secondary English Education from Juniata College. At Juniata College I was a pre-student teacher for three semesters in which I assisted with teaching and general classroom activities. My senior year of college, I student taught eleventh grade English for fifteen weeks, in which I developed and used original lesson plans, differentiated instruction for students of all levels, and participated in the interdisciplinary team. I enjoy teaching students the mechanics and creativ... Read more
Fallon
Masters of Food Science with Teaching Experience
- $40 / h
- State College , Pennsylvania ( 16803 )
- 20 miles
The majority of my work has been in the realm of academia, where I conducted research as a graduate research assistant as well as taught and instructed students during two food chemical analysis labs. Additionally, I trained students across tasks related to lab analyses. The basis of my research has focused largely on the use of exogenous enzymes to increase aroma and flavor in pale ale-style beers. Through this work, I gained extensive experience in chromatographic and sensory analysis throu... Read more
Sasha
Math, English, Spanish, Music and Life!
- $45 / h
- State College , Pennsylvania ( 16803 )
- 20 miles
I graduated from Penn State University with a bachelors degree in Biobehavioral Health and a minor in Biology. I am currently a research assistant in the department of neurology at Georgetown University Hospital. While in college I was a trained tutor and tutored college English and Math (Algebra, Geometry and Pre-calculus). I have been composing music for 13 years and played the trumpet for 6 years. I can tutor introductory music theory/composition. I have also taken Spanish for 4 years and ... Read more