...student at Rutgers University. I'm currently studying Biology and Mathematics. I have a great curiosity to learn new things and I hope to be able to inspire the same interests in people I tutor. I also work as a summer camp counselor where I tutor elementary and middle school school students math and reading lessons. I tutor mostly math because that is my favorite subject but I can also tutor sciences such as biology and...
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...University of North Carolina Wilmington. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and English before graduating with my Masters degree in English in May of 2015. I have worked with learners of all ages from many different areas including: high school students in South Korea, elementary to adult students in India, and I currently teach college freshmen at my alma mater. I love working on writing with students of every age; there is...
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...at Widener University majoring in Spanish Secondary Education. I plan to become a Spanish /ESL teacher and hopefully have a certification in Mathematics as well. I am also very active and I love to dance, cook, and travel. I currently tutor for Widener Reads/Counts at the Widener Partnership Charter School as a Math, Reading and Spanish tutor/ teacher's assistant. I also tutor at the local Boys and Girls club as well as for the College Access...
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...interested in bestowing upon others the same passion for learning and problem solving that I have been taught by my own teachers. I am driven by the rewarding feeling of helping others overcome academic obstacles. I graduated from Emory University (ranked 21st in US News best colleges) in 2015 and just recently completed a post-baccalaureate premedicine program. I have a strong science background and I enjoy working with students on ACT test prep as well...
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...University with a Master's in Teaching. Before that, I also graduated from The University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor's in English. After completing the collegiate work, my goal was to continue tutoring students who face academic struggles. I successfully tutored students from kindergarten through twelfth grade during my collegiate coursework. Based upon my extensive experience, I found out that tutoring is something that I thoroughly enjoy. The confidence that a student has after my successful...
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...a BS Biomedical Engineering degree. I tutor any of the fundamental sciences as well as calculus and pre-cal. I am a part of the Imperial Scientific Association (ISA), a group of NASA certified educators. During the week I am assisting with clinical research. Weekends will be an ideal time to meet. My tutoring style is best described as unwavering patience. I explain until there is understanding. I've spent years teaching my younger sister the ropes...
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I love working one on one with students and their families. Customizing the learning experience is my number one goal! While tutoring Algebra students in middle school, my students saw an average of two letter grades improvement. I look forward to helping you reach your educational goals.... Customizing to each student is the key to success! I like to find out how you learn best so that we can have the perfect blend of content to...
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...Education (K-6) from the University of Pittsburgh and certifications in Middle School English, Science, Social Studies and Math. I have 3 years of teaching experience, working with first graders. I also have experience working with 3rd graders on test prep and all general subjects, and 5th graders, specifically in science and social studies. I am passionate about teaching and learning, and I love the rewarding feeling of helping students achieve those "a-ha!" moments. School is...
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...since 2014. I have taught every grade from kindergarten through 8th grade. some may have been in summer school, but I have also tutored kids in preK through Junior year in high school. I have helped kids get ready for elementary and middle SSAT tests, with great success. even if I myself have not taken the middle school SSAT test for Varsity. People often ask me why after 23 years working in different aspects of...
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As cliche as it sounds, I love learning! I also love watching a student's face when that light bulb goes off and they just "get it." That's why I teach (and why I tutor) - to give students the most chances to have their light bulbs go off so that they can become the best students they can be!... I use a first session to get to know the student, let them get to know me,...
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...of mine since I began assisting peers in high school. Since, then, I've gone on to get my degree in Special Education and Elementary Education. I love it! As I grew up, I gained experience, as we all do. With 4 brothers, I learned that patience is a virtue. With school, particularly high school, I learned that grades are not a reflection of how much time or work we put into things. With working with...
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Hi there! My name is Iselee, I am a graduate of Loyola Marymount University with an undergraduate degree in Spanish, and I am currently a visual artist pursuing further studies in digital and web design. I formerly taught bilingual math and science, and I am...
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...and recently retired as a principal for a private-parochial school. In my teaching career, I have experienced the importance of “embracing diversity” as an important tool in lifelong learning. By listening to students, parents, and fellow educators, one is able to be “responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community.” I can bring many unique talents, great organizational skills, a love to teach, and a positive outlook to any program. I...
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I am a current medical student (MD/PhD) at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. I graduated in 2020 from UC San Diego with a degree in bioengineering: biotechnology. I have been a tutor for the past 5 years and my motto that I try to impart on students is to learn by doing. ... That learning should be fun and interesting, not something to be dreaded.... Assess their current skill level in the subject. Then have...
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...way YOU learn best, whether it be, visual, auditory, tactile/kinesthetic (action-based). With a Bachelor's degree in Speech and Language therapy, I am experienced in providing speech and language related training to aid elementary aged students in attaining developmentally appropriate skills. As a curriculum writer, graphic designer and dance instructor, I work to incorporate every student's strengths and talents into the tutoring sessions. I love to use mnemonics, visual aids, storytelling, drama, flashcards, study games and...
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...age groups in countless subjects. I promise to employ multiple different strategies in my tutoring session, because no one way is the correct way. Patience, and determination, are my strongest attributes. I want to make sure that every session is productive, and the student walks away with new knowledge, and skills. I am currently attending The University of North Texas majoring in Interdisiciplinary Studies EC-6th Generalist/ESL certification. That long title is just a fancy way...
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...they are given the tools they need. My goal is to identify what tools an individual needs and help them build those skills so they can be successful. I challenge students in every session to try their best and solve their own problems. My role is to guide them in their learning processes and reinforce their achievements. I am passionate about learning and want to share my passion with others. To create a better future,...
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...spent six years studying Biology, both as an undergrad and graduate student. I enjoy teaching!! It was the best part of being a graduate student. I was part of a peer tutoring/teaching program at my University, Northeastern State University. I helped a few students achieve a higher grade in their Biology courses. I was also a TA during grad school and helped teach Physical Science and Physics lab. I am currently trying to go to...
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...has worked with elementary to college level students. I also spent a lot of time teaching and training NAVY personnel how to operate submarines and aircraft carriers in a one on one format. Through my experience I have gained a deeper understanding of how to adapt my teaching style to fit a student's individual needs. I enjoy helping students of all ages and learning levels, and I like to see the pride they take in...
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My belief is that everyone is capable of success and finding a way to bring out excitement for a subject in which you struggle is the best way to inspire a student to learn. Everyone has their own learning style and finding that style is the greatest key to success.... My teaching philosophy is that everyone has the capabilities to learn at any level that they wish, and finding a way to disperse the information from...
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Miami 4th Grade Tutoring FAQ
Fourth grade is an exciting time in a student's academic career. Having gained foundational knowledge in a variety of subjects during previous years' coursework, students are now being shown how to apply that knowledge in new and fascinating ways. They are also able to add to their understanding of fields as varied as history, geography, math, biology, grammar, writing, spelling, and music. While every student is likely to find one or more topics that he or she takes to with ease and enthusiasm, each student may also encounter some subjects that are particularly difficult.
As the breadth of material expands from previous years in preparation for the subject-specific classes of middle school and beyond, so too does the difficulty and complexity of coursework. It is important for your student to master the variety of content he or she is introduced to in fourth grade in order to set the foundation for success in later classes. Varsity Tutors can help you and your child connect with fourth-grade tutors all across the country who can help your child bolster his or her skills and knowledge.
When you contact one of our educational directors, they will take note of your child's personal academic patterns and learning habits, such as his or her strengths, weaknesses, academic aspirations, and interests. Using such criteria allows us to catalyze the learning process by helping you select a tutor who can cater to your child's specific learning style and fields of interest. It can be somewhat difficult to fully determine your child's strengths, weaknesses, and learning style on your own. This is where a private tutor can be very helpful because they have the requisite skill and experience to find exactly where your child needs to improve and the best ways to help them.
Tutoring occurs in a one-on-one setting, allowing the instructor to give your child individualized attention. You can even collaborate with your child's tutor to develop his or her customized lesson plans. By presenting material in ways that are intuitive to the student, tutors can make fourth-grade studies both engaging and efficient. This represents a major advantage over learning in the classroom because your child's teacher likely doesn't have the time to give students individual attention. If your child is one of only a few students who are struggling with a subject, they may get left behind because their teacher won't be able to spend more time on it. With a private tutor, your child can spend as much time on a subject as they need to master it. Likewise, if your child is way ahead of their class, they may start to get bored. A private tutor can work with your child to make sure that they stay engaged.
Whether your child's classroom nemesis is the curled fluidity of cursive handwriting or the dreaded complexity of long division, an educational professional may be able to help. Each tutor is committed to your child's academic success, and to making your tutoring experience as positive and convenient as possible.
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Recent Miami 4th Grade Tutoring Session Notes
We covered new vocabulary in the text, including definitions and using them in sentences. The student is getting better at scanning for context clues. The student went home with extra practice, just as last time. He came prepared with the work complete as well. For next week, we will focus more on the difference between revising and editing a writing piece.
Math - We continued working on fractions. We reviewed the assignment that was given at the end of our last session and moved on to factors, multiples, composite numbers, odd/even numbers and divisibility rules.
There was a practice assignment provided as an assignment.
English - We reviewed his 2nd draft of his first essay and began practicing on a second essay. We discussed ways to improve his writing and practiced those ideas discussed in another essay.
Today was my first session working with the student. She seems very easy to work with and fun. I gave her a few math problems to see where she was, as well as a short writing assignment to see where her writing skill was. We will be able to start working on the requested subjects during our next session.
Today we worked on a grammar correction paragraph, reading comprehension piece, finding the area of a rectangle, and began work on solar system project. The student received high marks on his reading and math. He struggled with remembering to slow down and show his work, but got better with some reminders. Practiced note taking skills from watching a video on the solar system.
Today the student and I reviewed her practice work. The student had to provide me with a summary of the chapters that she had read from her book, "Spy Camp." She had to provide me with the characters, setting and the problem, if she had gotten to that part. She did an excellent job explaining the story to me. She actually told the story in a way that I would actually want to the read the book myself. Excellent job summarizing and retelling. The student and I worked through the additional Math Assessment. We reviewed some math vocabulary and discussed multiplication strategies. The student had to complete # 31-35 for practice. We will review those questions during our next session.
Student and I read a nonfiction book about sports. The student was able to make great predictions about the story and add some previous knowledge regarding the main character. After discussing various new vocabulary like slugger, strike (multiple meaning word), ballpark/stadium (compare & contrast skill) the student expressed his love for the sport.
Math - We reviewed multiplication tables. He was able to get 39/40 right.
