
Trevor: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...work. I believe that for a student to have an effective learning experience, the tutor must not only be passionate about teaching, but also about learning. As a passionate learner, I try to interpret the world around me, be that math, science, or why my garden behaves differently in Colorado than my family's in Nebraska. Early on in life, I loved numbers, patterns, and the problem solving nature of my parents' careers. This led to...
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Colorado School of Mines - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering

Alyssa: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...to be successful. I strongly believe in helping students develop a growth mindset, which they can take into any educational experience. I have been teaching in the DC area for 3 years, and understand the demands of the Common Core Standards, PARCC, SAT and other exams. I am familiar with ELA and history content at both the middle and high school level, and I also enjoy teaching and reinforcing basic skills, especially in writing.... I believe...
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Trinity College, Hartford CT - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Spanish
Harvard Graduate School of Eduction - Unknown, Urban Education, Social Studies

Jeana: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...as much on "learning the test" as it does learning the material, which gives students a sense of confidence and courage on test day. My expertise in "big test" prep translates to the regular school environment as well, whether it be building better study habits, better relationships to class material, or finding new ways to make material accessible--at any age, in any subject, it is the job of a great tutor to find a way...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Visual Arts

Shin: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...they are struggling in before helping them with quantitative problems. For example, rather than simply telling my calculus students the formula for integration by parts, I first show them how it is derived so they acquire a good grasp of how it operates. Outside of school, I really enjoy being involved with music. I love singing, playing the drums, piano, and guitar. My favorite genre of music is rock, so playing rock songs with a...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering

Kaitlyn: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...in several subject areas, my favorite is math. I believe that education is crucial in the world that we live in today, but I also believe that each student is different and learns in different ways. I love showing students how what they are learning now will help them in life and I love finding new ways to teach material, especially if the first way of learning something is not working. Outside of class, I...
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The University of Alabama - Current Undergrad, Mathematics and Statistics

Payal: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...at Princeton University and another at New York University. My love for mathematics eventually led to virtual tutoring through Florida Virtual School where I tutored over 150 hours in Pre-Calculus, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and Chemistry. I love to teach because it lets me share my enthusiasm for mathematics and science with other students and helps me get a deeper understanding of material that is useful for my higher level mathematics and physics courses....
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University of Miami - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Rhea: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...working towards incorporating it in my major, but so far I have spent lots of time studying different education systems and teaching methods. I believe that every single student has a different way of learning and processing information, so it is important for them to develop their own studying habits and learning methods. That is why I want to be a tutorso that I can help students discover their ideal way of learning. I am...
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American University - Current Undergrad, International Relations, Business

Adam: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...have always enjoyed teaching. I started tutoring 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...
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University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Sociology

Rebecca: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...people go beyond their frustrations and gain a true understanding of the subject matter at hand. My tutoring style is individualized to each student as everyone has a different struggle and thinks in a different manner. Using my background in Education from the University of South Florida, I am able to create a unique learning situation for each student. I am also very patient and able to view a problem from multiple angles. These abilities...
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University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelors, Music Education
State Certified Teacher

Hasan: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...have a number of tips and tricks up my sleeve that will help you go into the exam with confidence! Most importantly, I am very sensitive to each of my students individual needs. I keep all of my lessons light-hearted yet focused to minimize stress and fatigue while maximizing productivity. My teaching structure for all subjects consists of so much more than content cramming. I help my students build successful habits in addition to knowledge....
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Marquette University - Current Undergrad, Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a focus in Biocomputing and Engineering Leadership
Medical College of Wisconsin - Current Undergrad, Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a focus in Biocomputing and Engineering Leadership

Theresa: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
I love the look a child gets in their eyes when they begin to understand a concept that has alluded them in the past. Whether teaching my class or working one on one with a student, seeing that success is what I strive for.... All students are capable of being successful. As a teacher, it's my job to identify the strategies and resources that will put each student I work with on the path to success.
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Lycoming College - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Johns Hopkins University - Master of Arts Teaching, Elementary Education

Elyse: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...better results. I like that I can dedicate my time and energy to one student, and I feel students respond better to this. While I have tutored within my certification to elementary aged children, my main passions are reading, writing and grammar, as they are my strong points. In my free time, I love to explore Colorado and all it has to offer and am always looking for more suggestions. I love to cook and...
Education & Certification
Flagler College - Bachelor in Arts, Elem. Edu.
Jacksonville University - Masters in Education, Instructional Leadership/Org. Dev't

Alex: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
My past students and friends say that my face lights up when I start talking about math (especially calculus). Between my Applied Mathematics degree from the University of Rochester and my Eagle Scout award, I have natural passions for mathematics and helping people. Let me combine these passions for you as your future tutor.... My ultimate aim is for my students to master their material. I believe that any person can learn any subject if they...
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University of Rochester - Bachelors, Applied Mathematics

Mrunal: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...school and in college I worked as a private tutor for high school students and was a teaching assistant for 2 classes in college. I also tutoring elementary school students in math. I currently work at Wells Fargo as an analytics consultant and enjoy tutoring students in math! I think the key to being a great tutor is having patience and remembering to smile! Students enjoy learning more when the teachers are also fun and...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Engineering

Kelly: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...and even learn to love it! When tutoring a student, I am extremely patient. I understand that struggling with a subject can be frustrating and many people prefer to avoid the work all together. I have learned that relating difficult topics to something the student enjoys is an effective learning tool. I combine this technique with hands-on examples. In my experience, practice does make perfect! I tutor in many subjects, including the following: - Pre-algebra...
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Oregon State University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering

Chelsea: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...experiences helped me to relate to students individually and teach with their interests and personality in mind. In preparation to teach 5th and 1st grade, I was formally trained in current teaching strategies for all subjects. I received additional, focused training on Phonics, which made reading my favorite subject to teach. Besides being a proud wife and mother, I enjoy varied hobbies such as cooking, yoga, hiking, architectural design, and learning the Portuguese language.
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Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education

Ian: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...I can either be found reading a good book (I love most genres but hold a special place for Fantasy, Sci-Fi, and Dystopian books. or watching some sports on TV (Go Broncos!). I do enjoy to travel when funds and time allow. But mostly my time is spent ensuring that I'm helping my students be as successful as they can. I love tutoring because it helps me reach out and impact more student lives than...
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Lacey: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...say I will be teaching elementary age children. I am in my fourth year, and will hopefully be starting student teaching Fall of 2016. I have worked with children in a variety of settings. Most recently I worked for the City of Mesquite in an after school program. I often assisted my students with their homework, and would set aside 30 minutes to an hour for us to work together. I have also volunteered for...
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University of North Texas System - Current Undergrad, Interdisciplinary Studies EC-6th Generalist/ESL Certification

Emily: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
...and instruction. I am certified in Special Education (K-12), as a Reading Specialist (K-12), PreK-4th grade education as well as Middle School English Language Arts. I love helping students get to that "light bulb" moment. I believe that it is important to get to know each student in order to motivate them to succeed. Providing students with examples that make sense to them and apply to their lives is so important and necessary for success....
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Special Education
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Andrea: 6th Grade tutor
Certified 6th Grade Tutor
I believe in helping each student reach his or her full potential. Each student learns material differently, and I try to implement different techniques to try and help everyone do his or her very best. If I haven't helped a student understand the material, then I haven't done my job correctly.... I believe in helping each student reach his or her full potential. Each student learns material differently, and I try to implement different techniques to...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Integrative Biology
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