Using my experience in program initiatives, optimizing the learning atmosphere and promoting a safe environment, I have a proven record of exceeding my goals and expectations set. The use of both Data Driven Instruction and Data Driven Decision Making for planning and evaluation bring goal setting and actualization together in my teaching. I believe my use of effective verbal and non- verbal communication of goals and expectations positively as well as consistently has enhanced over...
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...key concepts of Cambridge's history core curriculum. For the past three years as an Adjunct Professor at Xavier University. My experience at Xavier has given me first hand knowledge of the challenges that many first-year students face transitioning from high school to college and I hope to use this experience in my tutoring. I am comfortable working with students from all backgrounds and ability; I have especially had success in the past with working with...
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I am an educator who loves to help students understand concepts whether it is math, reading, social studies, science, fitness, or test prep, etc. My background has afforded me the opportunity to pursue degrees and certificates in all different areas of interest and relevant areas to my work as a curriculum designer and reading specialist.
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Everybody has a story to share with the world, I chose to share my story and passion through statistics and data analysis. I enjoy working with numbers and Excel. I also believe in working smart and not hard. We only have one life to live, let us enjoy and be present in every moment.
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...facility, tutoring young children, explaining complex subjects and making sure there is understanding. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and History. In my experience, helping young minds properly, understanding their syllabus, gives me ultimate fulfillment and we have the most fun while at it. I strongly believe in education, and I do my best to ensure that my students get the best. In my free time,...
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...and a tailored approach to each session. I strive to make learning interactive, fostering critical thinking and curiosity through engaging discussions and hands-on activities. I believe in meeting students where they are, building confidence, and helping them master challenging concepts at their own pace. Whether I'm supporting middle school learners with literature analysis, coaching AP history students, or enhancing writing and study skills, my goal is to empower students to reach their highest potential. By...
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I have received a Bachelor's degree in biochemistry and completed a minor program of study in African and African American Studies. As a student, I worked on projects related to maternal health in underrepresented populations, and traveled to Ghana to study under doctors of various disciplines. Since graduating, I have worked in the pharmaceutical industry as a chemist and more recently as a specialist in regulatory affairs, while teaching piano at the primer and intermediate...
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...in the dynamic world of real estate. Alongside years of industry experience, I tutor Microsoft Office Suite and leverage my tech-savvy background to simplify complex processes and enhance learning. My online tutoring sessions are comprehensive, practical, and tailored to each student's needs, ensuring they grasp key concepts and develop confidence in their real estate endeavors. Whether you're just starting out or seeking to advance your career, I'm here to help you navigate the path to...
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...really love helping people. In fact, it's one of my favorite things to do. I try my best to do it as much a possible through volunteer work and tutoring. I used to tutor when I was in high school to fellow students in algebra, statistics, english, and history. When your student finally gets it, and they have that "eureka!" expression on their face, it truly makes it all worth while. As you can probably...
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I have lived in Phoenix for the past 19 years. I have 9 younger siblings and the youngest one will be starting kindergarten in August (can you believe that?). I am currently going for two Master's degrees from ASU. The most important thing that I remember to do throughout my day is to keep a smile on my face. No matter what I'm going through, I always look at the bright side of things....
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...subjects, especially those in the humanities. I tend to like to keep sessions casual when possible-- I don't want to lecture you. I'm a strong believer that concepts are best grasped when you form your own opinions and feelings about the subject, and that happens with conversation! So, let's get to know each other a little bit before we hit the books so that I can tailor each session to accommodate your specific interests and...
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...student, and as a college student. I served as a tutor, teaching assistant, and peer leader during my entire academic experience. I have led, taught, and coached different learners and students of different ages and educational levels to help them attain their various educational goals. I have tutored students in Public Speaking, ESL/ESOL, TOEFL, Writing, Communication Theories, Research Methods, Literature etc. I enjoy seeing learners and students I help achieve their educational and personal goals....
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...the client. I will use my experience in teaching/tutoring to confirm the successful acquisition of new historical information which pertains to the students' required knowledge and comprehension of challenging historical subjects. As a tutor, I will strive to ensure the goals of my client are prioritized within each lesson so that their expectations for growth and deeper understanding are met within each session. I look forward to the opportunity to work in tandem with students...
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...degrees, has reinforced my commitment to making a positive impact. As a tutor in English, Social Studies, Criminology, Elementary School classes, Writing, and Test Prep, English holds a special place for me because effective communication is a fundamental skill that opens doors in all aspects of life. My teaching philosophy revolves around fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel empowered to ask questions, explore concepts, and develop critical thinking skills. My tutoring...
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...I spent 6 years in the Army as an Air Traffic Controller. I have enjoyed the transition from soldier to educator and it is my mission to continue serving. I believe students are partners the learning process and that they learn best from educators who believe in building and maintaining positive relationships. I always strive to provide diverse, engaging, and thought-provoking instruction that motivates my scholars to achieve greatness and attain a life-long appreciation of...
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...four years prior to joining Varsity Tutors. I’m happy to tutor history (all kinds), algebra (all levels), literature, writing (teaching as well as reviewing such as college essays), and geography. I attempt to relate complex and difficult topics to what a student best understands and likes. For example, I learned and practiced algebra by looking at football scores in the paper as well as relating Pittsburgh Steelers knowledge to practice my algebra knowledge. Feel free...
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...I then adapt to. Outside of academia I love to read as previously stated, bake, hike, dance, paint, do yoga, watch movies and tv shows, picnic, go bike riding, travel, and have intellectual conversations on current events. I am very passionate about education and that is why I have worked so much in this field from teaching English as a second language to tutoring to working as an afterschool care facilitator. I look forward to...
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...empowering learners to explore diverse subjects, develop essential skills, and cultivate a lifelong love for learning. I try to make my lessons both fun and engaging for younger learners by incorporating games like Blooket and Gimkit as review tools. Also, I use platforms such as Mobymax and Off 2 Class to give assessments and monthly bench markers in order to monitor students' progress and ensure we address any skill gaps accordingly. I have and teach...
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Crestwood African History Tutoring FAQ
Studying the rich and ancient history of Africa presents any student with numerous challenges. African history encompasses a history that spans for millennia and attempts to describe an entire continent and the many distinct cultures, kingdoms, and civilizations that it gave rise to. Thus, the breadth of the subject can make it seem extremely overwhelming. While African history classes may narrow their focus to particular eras, cultures, or regions, more challenges arise from the interconnectedness and interactions between African regions, as well as the complex relationships with European cultures.
The paucity of written documentation of much of ancient African history means one may need to approach it using methods very different from the text-based studies used to address the histories of other regions, cultures, or eras. You may be expected to piece together early African history from sources as various as art, cultural traditions, transcribed oral stories, architecture, archeological findings, and other historical elements that form a part of a greater picture of a society at a given time. Additionally, the way in which Africa's cultural landscape was altered by the slave trade, the way in which it was divided up, colonized, and eventually decolonized by European countries, and its later political instability all can present students with unpleasant aspects of history that are difficult to discuss or come to terms with.
If you are having a hard time in your African history course and could use some personal guidance from someone knowledgeable about the subject, Varsity Tutors can help you connect with an African history tutor. These highly skilled and experienced tutors have succeeded in their own African history courses, and our educational directors can help you connect with a private tutor whose previous experience with the subject best suits your specific concerns and particular course content.
A private tutor can work to custom tailor your African history tutoring to address just those aspects of the subject that you find most confusing. If you need help in researching a paper, putting the significance of a particular artifact into words, or keeping track of a large timeline of events spanning centuries, we can help connect you with a tutor who can help. The lesson plan your tutor creates for your African history tutoring sessions prioritizes your needs and concerns, and doesn't waste time reviewing material you already understand, allowing your tutoring experience to be extremely efficient and effective. Your tutor can also work at your pace, which allows you to spend as much time on a particular topic as you need to fully comprehend it.
You can have your tutor's full attention during your sessions, giving you the opportunity to discuss confusing points, receive feedback on your work, and have questions answered as they arise during your learning process. This is something that may not really be an option in a classroom setting, because your teacher likely doesn't have the time to spend significant time with individual students.
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Recent Crestwood African History Tutoring Session Notes
I reviewed topics that the student learned about in class this past week. From reviewing I observed that the student was very knowledgeable with the subjects. We then moved on and I began to pre-teach the material for the following week for the student. Overall, the session was extremely successful!
We continued to review from the book. We went over the study guidelines her teacher provided and how to read graphs and maps. I also wrote out an outline for her to follow when taking notes to prepare for this final.
The student's teacher said that her social studies final will be completely multiple-choice and will mainly test vocabulary knowledge, so we tailored our studying strategies today accordingly. I quizzed her on all of the vocabulary until we both felt confident that she knew the words well. Then we reviewed nearly all of her old social studies tests, looking up any questions that she had gotten wrong. Since this test is multiple-choice and closed-notes, as opposed to the usual open-notes, short answer format, I focused less on minor details such as geography and more on key concepts, people, and phrases. I also taught her some general multiple-choice test strategies to use in the event that she is really unsure what answer to pick.
Today we spent the majority of our time preparing for the student's world culture quiz on Tuesday and perfecting his outline. We also spent a brief moment reviewing his math for a test on Tuesday as well. He appears to be a very good math student.
Student 1 and I finished her social studies study guide for her test, and began her practice test. We went over important vocabulary (revolution, volunteer, Declaration of Independence, constitution, patriot, patriotism) and went through Unit 1 in her book. Student 2 and I did a math worksheet about litter collection and grouping numbers, and then we worked on his science project, which was classifying aliens on a poster.
I helped the student study for his social studies test. I reviewed the work he had done in outlining the essay questions. I also quizzed him on some of the study guide. For the matching sections, he preferred for me to read the definition and he would say the vocabulary word. I went along with that for a bit, but for the people and events, I would give him the name of the person/event and he would need to explain it to me. I would ask follow up questions to make sure he knew the material. I told him that going that direction would be more helpful because we learn things better when we teach them to someone else.
