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Biology PhD. Patient & dedicated to helping students meet their goals.
I graduated Summa cum Laude from Bryn Mawr College with a BA in chemistry, after which I worked for several years as an analytical chemist at Merck (a Fortune 500 pharmaceutical company). I received my doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh...
I graduated Summa cum Laude from Bryn Mawr College with a BA in chemistry, after which I worked for several years as an analytical chemist at Merck (a Fortune 500 pharmaceutical company). I received my doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh...

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Experienced Math tutor specialized in Algebra and Calculus
I graduated from Northeastern Illinois University on August 2022 with a 4/4 GPA and completed MAT in Secondary Education- Mathematics. I am currently teaching at Kenwood High School, a Chicago Public School, as an Algebra II Teacher. I was...
I graduated from Northeastern Illinois University on August 2022 with a 4/4 GPA and completed MAT in Secondary Education- Mathematics. I am currently teaching at Kenwood High School, a Chicago Public School, as an Algebra II Teacher. I was...
My daughter enjoyed her time with Prakash he was very patient with her and very detailed. She aced her math test. - Tierra, 4 lessons with Prakash

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Illinois Licensed Classroom Spanish teacher offers tutoring
Susan holds 2 Illinois teaching certificates, a Masters Degree, and a Bachelors Degree in Spanish Education. She has 20 years of classroom experience teaching all ages of students, specializing in high school and college students, and adults....
Susan holds 2 Illinois teaching certificates, a Masters Degree, and a Bachelors Degree in Spanish Education. She has 20 years of classroom experience teaching all ages of students, specializing in high school and college students, and adults....
Susan has been a pleasure to work with. She is very responsive and flexible with scheduling. My son is having difficulty in Spanish at school and Susan has found ways to tap into his learning style and preferences, and really help... - Gabrielle, 11 lessons with Susan

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CPA Accounting Professional with a love for Teaching
I can help with Accounting, CPA prep, Math, English, and more as tutoring has been a passion and a privilege since my first year of college! My tutoring experience started in my freshman year of college when my English professor asked if I would...
I can help with Accounting, CPA prep, Math, English, and more as tutoring has been a passion and a privilege since my first year of college! My tutoring experience started in my freshman year of college when my English professor asked if I would...

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Tutor willing to work with any student to help them succeed.
During my undergraduate studies I tutored college level students for three years in a variety of subjects. The subject I helped most students with was math. I'm comfortable working one-on-one with students and working in larger groups ranging from...
During my undergraduate studies I tutored college level students for three years in a variety of subjects. The subject I helped most students with was math. I'm comfortable working one-on-one with students and working in larger groups ranging from...

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Math Professor for Math Tutoring: HS, College, AP Calculus, AP Stats
I am a full-time tutor after leaving a more than 20-year career as a tenured mathematics professor at a teaching-oriented university. I have an undergraduate degree in mathematics and a Ph.D. in mathematics. I have been tutoring mathematics in...
I am a full-time tutor after leaving a more than 20-year career as a tenured mathematics professor at a teaching-oriented university. I have an undergraduate degree in mathematics and a Ph.D. in mathematics. I have been tutoring mathematics in...
Timothy was very knowledgeable and helped my daughter with Geometry. He was able to explain it in a way she could easily understand. Will definitely use him again! - Carey, 27 lessons with Timothy

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Accounting and More with a University of Illinois Honors Grad
Hi I'm Joseph! I am a University of Illinois at Chicago graduate with Bachelor's of Science in Accounting. I was a Dean's List Scholar, and graduated Cum Laude with a 3.84 GPA. Let me help you achieve similar success. During my time as an...
Hi I'm Joseph! I am a University of Illinois at Chicago graduate with Bachelor's of Science in Accounting. I was a Dean's List Scholar, and graduated Cum Laude with a 3.84 GPA. Let me help you achieve similar success. During my time as an...

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Professional Tutor in Math up to Calc AB and High School English
Hello! I'm Lincoln Ross. I'm currently a first-year student at McGill University studying secondary English education. I've been a tutor now for a year and a half, specializing in AP tests but also general math, history, and English classes....
Hello! I'm Lincoln Ross. I'm currently a first-year student at McGill University studying secondary English education. I've been a tutor now for a year and a half, specializing in AP tests but also general math, history, and English classes....

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CREATIVE & ACADEMIC WRITING, ITALIAN & FRENCH with a CERTIFIED TEACHER
I lived in Florence, Italy for twenty-five years, and am completely fluent in Italian. I have taught Italian language and culture for a total of ten years in two public school districts, as well as privately (as an online and in-person tutor) for...
I lived in Florence, Italy for twenty-five years, and am completely fluent in Italian. I have taught Italian language and culture for a total of ten years in two public school districts, as well as privately (as an online and in-person tutor) for...
My daughter was in need of a tutor but was adamant about receiving professional help. As a parent, I felt that my personal opinion wasn’t sufficient in reviewing her college bound essay. So, I turned to Wyzant to hire the best. I... - Robert

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Internationally Experienced ESL Tutor
After I graduated from a U.S. high school, I moved to Guatemala to study Spanish and teach English. Before the big move, I had been an after-school tutor for high school and middle school students. Now that teaching has become my primary...
After I graduated from a U.S. high school, I moved to Guatemala to study Spanish and teach English. Before the big move, I had been an after-school tutor for high school and middle school students. Now that teaching has become my primary...

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LSAT high scorer (176, 99th%) | Personalized Lessons
Hello, I’m Matthew! I’m a dedicated test prep tutor with a 176 on the LSAT (99th percentile) and a proven track record of transforming challenges into success stories. Whether you're preparing for the LSAT, ACT, or SAT, my personalized...
Hello, I’m Matthew! I’m a dedicated test prep tutor with a 176 on the LSAT (99th percentile) and a proven track record of transforming challenges into success stories. Whether you're preparing for the LSAT, ACT, or SAT, my personalized...
Matthew is an excellent tutor, highly knowledgeable and will work through your problem areas with precision and patience. I would highly recommend Matthew to anyone who struggles with the LSAT. - Abel, 13 lessons with Matthew

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Patient & Experienced Math Tutor: K - 12 & SAT / ACT math prep !!!
Hello! My name is Priti, and I hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I've been teaching math for over 20 years, and I truly enjoy helping students gain both skill and confidence in...
Hello! My name is Priti, and I hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I've been teaching math for over 20 years, and I truly enjoy helping students gain both skill and confidence in...
Priti was simply excellent.. very prepared / and extremely knowledgeable. Priti solved all the practice problems in advance . She went above and beyond. Highly recommend. - Mike

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10 yr vet. Math/English/Writing/Vocab Tutor for 2nd - 10th students
Via tutoring centers, public schools, and Wyzant, I have been tutoring for almost 10 years. I am a Northwestern Univ. Grad with a degree in English/Essay Writing. I also possess a Teaching Certification/Degree from Northeastern. I am an...
Via tutoring centers, public schools, and Wyzant, I have been tutoring for almost 10 years. I am a Northwestern Univ. Grad with a degree in English/Essay Writing. I also possess a Teaching Certification/Degree from Northeastern. I am an...
Got Peter to help get my 10 year old son back on track and prepared for 5th grade. The one on one interaction for the first 2 sessions were great and my son is being challenged to the fullest, which is a plus for me. My son is act... - George, 19 lessons with Peter

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High School Spanish & Conversational Spanish Coach
***I can provide documentation of my Illinois Teacher Certification upon request*** I have 11 years experience as a high school teacher. Currently, I am a Spanish teacher and World Languages Department Chair at a high school in Mundelein, IL....
***I can provide documentation of my Illinois Teacher Certification upon request*** I have 11 years experience as a high school teacher. Currently, I am a Spanish teacher and World Languages Department Chair at a high school in Mundelein, IL....
Today was my first session with Greg and I am excited that I have found someone who can really help me. I like your method and appreciate your willingness to share your experiences and tips to help me learned faster. Greg, thank y... - Andrew, 34 lessons with Gregory

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Nick - Financial Accounting and CPA Exam Tutor
Hello! My name is Nick and I am a practicing accountant in the Dallas Metroplex! I completed my undergraduate and master's degrees both at the University of Dallas, and both in Accounting. I passed all four sections of the CPA exam in 8.5 months...
Hello! My name is Nick and I am a practicing accountant in the Dallas Metroplex! I completed my undergraduate and master's degrees both at the University of Dallas, and both in Accounting. I passed all four sections of the CPA exam in 8.5 months...
Nick was my first tutor on Wyzant and he did not disappoint. He was not only kind and supportive, but really knew what he was talking about and delivered the information in a clear and concise way. I got a lot of takeaways from th... - Daichi, 2 lessons with Nicholas

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Experienced & Caring 3D CAD & Mechanical Eng. Tutor, Here to Help
I started tutoring math in high school, then got my Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from U of I Champaign. I continued tutoring during college as part of an after-school program where I worked with high school students. My experience...
I started tutoring math in high school, then got my Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from U of I Champaign. I continued tutoring during college as part of an after-school program where I worked with high school students. My experience...

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Chemistry Teacher With Over 10 Years Experience
I'm Julie! I received my bachelor's degree in Chemistry and my master's degree in teaching and have been teaching for over 10 years. I have experience with teaching high school chemistry, physics, and AP chemistry. I am certified to teach in...
I'm Julie! I received my bachelor's degree in Chemistry and my master's degree in teaching and have been teaching for over 10 years. I have experience with teaching high school chemistry, physics, and AP chemistry. I am certified to teach in...

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Engaging Academic Test Prep & US Military Exam Tutor
Experienced tutor specializing in academic, professional certification, and military entrance aptitude tests. Former USAF commissioned officer turned nonprofit executive professional. With a background in managerial and financial accounting, I...
Experienced tutor specializing in academic, professional certification, and military entrance aptitude tests. Former USAF commissioned officer turned nonprofit executive professional. With a background in managerial and financial accounting, I...
If you need help preparing for the AFOQT, Jennifer is your tutor. I spent about 3 months with Jen preparing for my 2nd attempt at the AFOQT. I am a student aspiring a pilot slot, so we spent much of our time on the sections that g... - Liam, 21 lessons with Jennifer

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AP High School Teacher specializing in Psychology & College Essays
Hi, I'm Melissa! I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Loyola University before I began my career as a high school teacher. I have 17 years of experience in a high school classroom, 14 of which I have taught AP Psychology. I love to help students...
Hi, I'm Melissa! I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Loyola University before I began my career as a high school teacher. I have 17 years of experience in a high school classroom, 14 of which I have taught AP Psychology. I love to help students...
My son is 16. He rarely shares feedback with me regarding his tutors, but he went out of his way to let me know how much he accomplished with Melissa as a tutor. They covered the current AP psychology topic and also went back and ... - Hanna, 9 lessons with Melissa

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Skilled Biology Tutor well versed in all Science/Medical Subjects.
I love teaching and look forward to sharing and promoting the fascination and wonder of the sciences with young minds everywhere, one student at a time. I have thoroughly enjoyed spending thousands and thousands of hours discussing science with...
I love teaching and look forward to sharing and promoting the fascination and wonder of the sciences with young minds everywhere, one student at a time. I have thoroughly enjoyed spending thousands and thousands of hours discussing science with...
David worked with my daughter Julianna for a couple of of months (twice a week) to help her with her AP biology class, specifically focusing on prep for the AP exam. She really enjoyed his teaching style and told me that David was... - Vivian, 13 lessons with David

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Audiology help at your fingertips!
I am a graduate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Speech and Hearing Science and Audiology. I later went back to school and earned my clinical doctoral in Audiology through the...
I am a graduate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Speech and Hearing Science and Audiology. I later went back to school and earned my clinical doctoral in Audiology through the...

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Saxophone Tutor Specializing in Pop, Blues, and Jazz
Hi I'm Will I’ve taught Saxophone and clarinet at the ‘American Conservatory of Music’ and the ‘Old Town School of Folk Music’. I’ve taught thousands of saxophone lessons to students ranging in age from eight to eighty-from complete...
Hi I'm Will I’ve taught Saxophone and clarinet at the ‘American Conservatory of Music’ and the ‘Old Town School of Folk Music’. I’ve taught thousands of saxophone lessons to students ranging in age from eight to eighty-from complete...
Saxophone 1 - The importance of the Reed. 2- The Reed is one of the most critical parts of the Sax. 3- What they’re made from 4- How to care for your Reed 5- How to place the reed on the mouthpiece 6- How to keep the ... - Brenda, 26 lessons with Will

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Making Math, Statistics, and Chemistry Accessible
My area of expertise is in math, statistics, and general chemistry. I graduated from Benedictine University cum laude with a bachelor of science for both math and chemistry. I am in the mathematics honors society Kappa Mu Epsilon. I was awarded...
My area of expertise is in math, statistics, and general chemistry. I graduated from Benedictine University cum laude with a bachelor of science for both math and chemistry. I am in the mathematics honors society Kappa Mu Epsilon. I was awarded...

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Computational Neuroscience PhD student, engineer, MCAT
Hello, my name is Mia! I am a computational neuroscience PhD student at the University of Chicago, where I study songbird brains. Before graduate school, I graduated from Emory University with a Bachelors in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology, as...
Hello, my name is Mia! I am a computational neuroscience PhD student at the University of Chicago, where I study songbird brains. Before graduate school, I graduated from Emory University with a Bachelors in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology, as...

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Berklee Grad, Touring & Session Musician, Private Instructor
Hi there! My name is Nic and I have been a Professional Touring & Session Musician in the Chicagoland area (and online!) ever since I graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2018. Looking for guitar lessons? Need help with your Music Theory,...
Hi there! My name is Nic and I have been a Professional Touring & Session Musician in the Chicagoland area (and online!) ever since I graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2018. Looking for guitar lessons? Need help with your Music Theory,...
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