
Courtney: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...Academic Skills Office there. I have tutored high schoolers at the MN Internship Center and worked with students of all ages from elementary schoolers to adults at the non-profit program Safe Place: Homework Help. A particular highlight of mine is the summer I spent teaching English to adults as a certified ESL assistant at the International Education Center in downtown Minneapolis. All these experiences have helped me develop a variety of strategies to adapt to...
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Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish

Ruth: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
I am a high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies

Katie: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...Education with emphasis in Elementary Education December 12. Since returning home to St. Louis, I have been student teaching in a first grade classroom. I have experience with tutoring at all ages, from first grade to college-level. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about Math, English, Literature, and Essay Writing. My favorite subject to tutor would be Math. I love seeing students have that "aha!" moment when a math...
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Truman State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Truman State University - Masters, Education

Kaitlin: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...complex concepts. For example, I might steer a writing student studying organic chemistry to explain a reaction as a narrative of molecular interactions, rather than beginning with a complex problem. In the context of shifting careers, I have also taken a number of standardized tests, including the SAT, ACT, GRE, and MCAT. My approach with these tests emphasizes strategy over content; a particular vocabulary word may or may not appear on the actual test, but...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Psychology

Aaron: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...I've tutored students of different ages and backgrounds for several years. I focus primarily on the reading and writing portions of standardized tests, as well as English school subjects. The subjects I enjoy teaching most are test prep, essay writing, and literary analysisperfect for any junior or senior preparing for college. No matter where you're at as a reader and writer, you will come away from my tutoring sessions with an appreciation for close reading...
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San Francisco State University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Jared: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...New York, and currently work as a Private Tutor and Research Assistant in Ithaca. This January, I graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. in Biological Sciences. I have tutored private clients since 2011 and have experience tutoring students in Biology, Chemistry and Math. I also enjoy helping students prepare for standardized exams for undergraduate and graduate school admission. In addition to my private tutoring activities, I was also a TA to an introductory science...
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Cornell University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences

Katherine: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...language barriers made it difficult for me to create a personal relationship with the students and to foster relationships between them. I felt like creating these relationships was very important, especially in the high school classroom where a few of the students were the only individuals at the school who spoke their native language. I took advantage of any opportunities to learn from the students about their past experiences and their thoughts on the world....
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University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
University of Washington School of Law - Juris Doctor, Law

Kathryn: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...French at all levels. Reading and writing are favorite pastimes of mine, and I was a student who actually thoroughly enjoyed taking the SAT, ACT, and PSAT reading/writing sections! I have a passion for helping others find enjoyment in standardized test taking (no matter what it takes!) and securing the best strategies for their success. Editing is another 'hobby' of mine, and I am always eager to work through a paper with someone. My goal...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies and French; Minors in German, Arabic, African Studies

Jackie: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
I currently hold a teaching credential for Special Education K-12 with two authorizations, including, ASD and ELL. I was accredited by the University of San Diego where I received my Master's Degree in Special Education. I have a passion for teaching and my hope is to share a passion for learning with your students!
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National University - Bachelors, Journalism
University of San Diego - Masters, Special Education

Chad: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...as I studied abroad in Argentina during my college career. I have worked with, and tutored youth for many years and I simply want to give back. I believe every student, regardless of their zip code, should have the equal access to a high quality education. I have high expectations for all of my students and genuinely believe they will all reach them with perseverance, desire, and maybe a little help from me. I enjoy...
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University of the Pacific - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Alisha: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
I am a firm believer that everyone learns in their own special way. Educators have to constantly adapt to student's in order to ensure learning is taking place. I also believe that education should be fun or at least entertaining. I received my Bachelors degree at the University of West Georgia. I am currently pursuing my Masters in in Education with a concentration in reading and mathematics. I have experience tutoring in elementary grade level...
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University of West Georgia - Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education
Walden University - Master of Science, Elementary ed with concentration in math and reading

Ashley: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...Business Magazine, and I spend most of my free time writing stories, songs, poetry, and blogs. I love putting sentences together in new and interesting ways! Why describe the sky as blue when it can be as deep as August reflections of the river Thames in London at midnight? My favorite subjects to tutor are creative writing, reading, and grammar. I love working with students of all ages. I love to push to learn in...
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Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, English Literature

Jesse: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...about, and I hope to help others gain that same opportunity through tutoring. I tutor in English, French, and standardized tests, and especially enjoy helping students think about subjects creatively and from new angles. My largest interest, outside of education, is music. I worked throughout college as a music director at Wesleyan's radio station, and currently work as a producer and staff writer for Afropop Worldwide, a non-profit radio show dedicated to African music and...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, French & College of Letters (History/English/Philosophy)

Jennifer: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
From teaching in a traditional classroom to tutoring college students in paper writing and editing, I have much experience helping others further themselves in their education by building confidence, voice and academic empowerment. My primary focus is on student engagement and building a tutor-student relationship based on trust, honesty and open-mindedness. I see student success beyond just comprehension or memorization. I help students to truly synthesize the skills and concepts they need to feel confident...
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University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Bachelors, Social Sciences and Organizational Studies

Will: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...Brothers/Little Brothers program, and as a tutor for various subjects since the 7th grade. I love teaching because it challenges me to think, to get excited about learning, and to empower other students with the confidence that they can accomplish anything if they work hard and believe in themselves. I believe that these are the things that make tutoring important. Long after someone may forget a math formula, or a historical event, or the correct...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Unknown, Teaching - Secondary Education

Tessa: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...in a plethora of subjects, I most enjoy helping others grow in their writing and communication skills with essay and speech assistance. I understand how it can feel to need help and have the patience required for one-on-one instruction. I believe with enough time and guidance we can all unlock the potential within, and that sometimes the hardest lessons are our most valuable; therefore, it is vital that we never abandon education. Thanks to the...
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelor in Arts, English

Adam: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...during my junior year of high school, finding that I had an aptitude for analogies that helped students learn the material. I tutor a large variety of subjects, including LSAT, SAT, and ACT. I also tutor various academic subjects, primarily in the fields of math and science. My favorite subject to tutor is Chemistry, followed closely by Physics. I feel that anyone can learn anything as long as it is explained in a way that...
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University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Sociology

Anmol: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
My life revolves around excitement and a lack of complacency. I always want to be somewhere or do something that I have not yet achieved. I believe it is this drive that allows me to pursue my passions, both academically and socially, and to be successful in both. I find that my greatest happiness comes in the form of little victories such as a good grade on an exam, or making a friend laugh! Its...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Cellular Biology and Neuroscience

Adrianna: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...in self-contained and remedial setting. I really love to help students find their voice in writing. I found that for me, as soon as I began to write about things I was passionate about on an individual level, I was able to unlock a lot of creativity. If students write about what they know, rather than what they think someone would like to hear, they often become much more authentic writers. I love to watch...
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Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Policy Studies

Clare: 1st Grade Writing tutor
Certified 1st Grade Writing Tutor
...school. In this position, I worked with students from 5th to 8th grade who were reading and doing math at a 1st grade level and up in an intense specials rotation. I know how to work with students of all ages. The work I do with my own students on a daily basis is the same dedication and level of differentiation that I would bring to students that I tutor. I love working with students...
Education & Certification
Elon University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Fontbonne University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education
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