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Experienced Ivy League Tutor for Essays, Academic Planning
Russell D.

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24 hours tutoring

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Hi everyone! I'm Russell and I graduated from Princeton University with a degree in sociology and a double minor in urban and environmental studies. I am excited to assist students with everything from basic academic planning to how to figure out those pesky proofs in geometry.

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EXPERIENCE
I have experience tutoring Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, History, English, Earth Science, Life Science, and Social Studies. In...

Hi everyone! I'm Russell and I graduated from Princeton University with a degree in sociology and a double minor in urban and environmental studies. I am excited to assist students with everything from basic academic planning to how to figure out those pesky proofs in geometry.

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EXPERIENCE
I have experience tutoring Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, History, English, Earth Science, Life Science, and Social Studies. In terms of teaching experience, in 2015 I developed and taught a course on architecture for grade school children for the Summer Institute for the Gifted at the University of Miami. This past fall I tutored international students over a 6-week period through the entire college application essay creation process.

EDUCATION
I majored in sociology and double minored in urban and environmental studies which required me to take a variety of architecture, science, and history courses in addition to my courses in the social sciences, thereby providing me with a broad base of academic experience.

I have also written a 140-page undergraduate thesis, giving me invaluable experience with the long-form writing process.

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WHAT I OFFER

Homework Help:
3rd Grade to 8th Grade - All subjects
High School students - All English (including AP), US and World History (including AP), Geometry, Algebra II, Precalculus and Biology.

Academic Planning:
3rd Grade to College - I help students develop an academic plan that responds to their needs and strengths. Offer both short-term and long-term academic planning.

Essay Help:
6th Grade to College - I specialize in assisting middle school, high school and college students with the essay creation process. I spend particular attention to content development and essay structure; I help students develop their argument, organize their research and structure their essays to best communicate their ideas. I also emphasize the differences between

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Education

Princeton University
Sociology

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $65
  • Rate details: $80 for 1hr In-Person and a 30-min online follow-up Discounts available for multiple sessions. Additional prep time outside of the lesson may be subject to additional charges at the online rate.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 1/22/2019

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Architecture

Architecture

I minored in urban studies in college which involved taking a number of architecture classes including architecture studio and architectural design logic. I also taught a course on architecture at the Summer Institute for the Gifted youth academic summer camp at the University of Miami in 2015.
College Counseling

College Counseling

I have over 5 years of experience working with students in a higher education context as a NACE (National Association of Colleges and Employers) member at Princeton University. Within my role, I consulted students at Princeton but also engaged in external outreach efforts. My work with high school students involved providing consulting on all aspects of the college admissions process including how students should plan out safety, target and reach schools lists, how to obtain application fee waivers, breaking down the differences between Early Action and Early Decision, and how to navigate the financial aid process. I have also provided extensive college application essay assistance to high school students, working with students throughout the essay creation process, from helping them formulate their ideas to helping to polish and edit their final, story-driven, products.
Sociology

Sociology

I majored in sociology at Princeton University, completing a 140-page thesis on the experiences of low-income, first-generation international students at top-20 universities in the US. After graduation, I created two positions at Princeton--one at the student affairs office and one within Princeton's Career Services office--where I developed and implemented programs to support first-generation and low-income students at the university. I also collected quantitative and qualitative data that was used by the university to create a new office to specifically support first-generation and low-income students.
Track & Field

Track & Field

I am an elite track and field athlete who represents that New York Athletic Club in domestic and international professional track meets. I ran track at Princeton University as well, becoming a 5 time All-American and an NCAA champion in 2013.
Writing

Writing

In addition to assisting students with their school-assigned essays, this past fall I tutored international students over a 6-week period through the entire college application essay creation process. In working with the students, I emphasized the importance of story-telling and the importance of orienting the reader when writing a personal statement. I guided one particular student to complete 5 different college application essays over the course of only 8 one-hour sessions. I also have assisted undergraduate students with organizing and structuring their content for their 80 page theses. To date, I have helped 3 undergraduate seniors meet their thesis deadlines by assisting them in organizing their chapters, helping them develop a research plan, and structuring a tailored completion plan. Prior to working with me, all 3 undergraduate seniors were in danger of not completing their theses on time.
ACT English
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
American History
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
English
General Computer
Geography
Geometry
Government & Politics
Grammar
Literature
Physical Science
Prealgebra
Reading
SAT Math
SAT Reading
SAT Writing
Social Studies
Vocabulary
World History
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Knowledgeable and flexible tutor

Russell is an extremely knowledgeable tutor. He is very reliable and also was very accommodating in helping my son in his sociology paper. I would definitely recommend Russell!

Jeri, 3 lessons with Russell

Outstanding experience

My 17-year-old is working with Russell on a college essay. He is an amazing tutor. He is thorough, highly knowledgeable and patient. He has so many tips about writing a solid college essay. Russell comes highly recommended.

Karla, 1 lesson with Russell

Do not be afraid to get help

I was stuck on my homework and Russell was nice and patient enough to be okay with helping me with my homework even if it was something so little. I am so happy with my service that I didn't even want to write this review and keep it a secret. Lol

Alice, 1 lesson with Russell

Prepared - Compassionate- Motivational

Russell worked on Mathmatics (Algebra 2) with my son, as well as writing skills. He was thoroughly prepared for the lessons and was able to engage with my son in such a way that made him excited to do the work. Russell has a great approach to teaching and makes the lesson a conversation rather than a one-sided lecture. I would highly recommend him as a tutor!

Elizabeth, 1 lesson with Russell
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