Hi, my name is Elena. I got my BA in Philosophy from Princeton University and am currently a philosophy graduate student (ABD) at the University of Pittsburgh (ranked 5th best in the world for philosophy by QS in 2022). I've always enjoyed tutoring and have sought out opportunities for doing that throughout high school and university, helping students of all ages with ESL. In graduate school I started teaching in a more serious way. I have been a TA for five years, teaching recitation sections, helping students with assignments and grading their coursework. I have also designed and taught my own philosophy course and have run various philosophy reading groups. The one-on-one format that tutoring offers is my favorite way of interacting with students, as it allows me to get to know them and tailor my skills to their specific needs. I love to see my students thrive and achieve their goals!

At Princeton, my undergraduate thesis on Nietzsche and Kant won the award for the most distinguished work in the field of aesthetics. Now I am a graduate student in philosophy at the University of Pittsburgh. I have taught philosophy both as a TA and as an independent instructor, covering a wide variety of philosophical topics: ethics, metaphysics & epistemology, social & political philosophy, aesthetics, history of philosophy (Ancient philosophy, Early Modern philosophy, German Idealism, Existentialism etc.) I have grown up in a family of philosophers, where conversation around the dinner table would frequently turn to philosophical topics. Philosophy has thus been part of my life for as long as I can remember and I feel passionate about it. Get in touch with me whether you need help with a philosophy class, would simply like to explore some philosophical topics or want to develop skills like critical thinking, reading comprehension and writing.

Feel free to reach out to me and tell you about your particular needs and goals!