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Mattius: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...working editor, writing works for our own UA literary magazine Persona as well as devoting my time to freelance tutoring and editing for multiple students in the UA Writing Program. I am also currently participating in an internship as a technical writer and educator at CCLAC, Inc.' an NPO involved in formulating curricula for digital literacy components of the pre-existing Common Core in low-income regions of Tucson, Arizona and Sonora, Mexico. All in all, I...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, English, Russian, Pre-Med

Jasmine: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...afternoon and 'play school' with my stuffed animals, creating and grading worksheets for them. Throughout school, I continued to take every opportunity to assist friends and classmates. Now, in graduate school, I have had the opportunity for training in teaching strategies and philosophy, as well as hands-on work assistant teaching undergraduate psychology courses. I find that I am best at teaching test taking strategies, particularly for the SAT and GRE, and I excel at English...
Education & Certification
Northern Arizona University - Bachelors, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Verbal: 790
GRE Verbal: 163

Cassy: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...handle most any situation life throws at them. I also have a passion for stories and the written word, so English is another favorite subject of mine. I generally approach tutoring as an opportunity to teach students how to study and learn rather than to teach them information directly. This means that I ask a lot of questions and help students find the answer on their own. Hence, my goal with tutoring is to help...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 780

Janet: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...and Physics. My first career was in Chemical/Environmental Engineering. I "retired" from that career when my children were born and I began teaching these subjects after my children started school. My son and daughter are now both in college. I have taught high school middle school in the past. Many students came to me outside of the classroom for help in math and science. In my free time I enjoy making quilts, birdwatching, and genealogy. I...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
State Certified Teacher

Cara: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...two years as the leader of the program, training new tutors and managing our volunteer organization. In addition to working with youngsters as both a tutor and a Behavioral Health Technician over the past four years, I also enjoy aiding my peers. At ASU, I served as a TA for several psychology courses, and also served as a writing tutor for the university's psychology department. In completing the pre-medicine track at ASU, I frequently sought...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Jennifer: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...17 years, I have earned a Masters degree and am a National Board Certified teacher, all while teaching in public schools grades K-12. Much of my experience is in middle school Language Arts, where my personality and subject knowledge come in handy. The past 6 years I have been teaching high school where I have tutored for standardized testing with the goal of increasing test scores. I currently enjoy teaching all levels of high school...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Art Teacher Education
University of Arizona - Master of Science, Library and Information Science

Hanees: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...and every student to gain comfort with this often maligned subject. I adapt my teaching style to accommodate the unique learning style of each individual student. I have worked with students of a variety of ages and skill levels. I am patient and empathetic - because I know what it feels like to be on the other side of the tutor-student relationship. In addition to Math, I also tutor SAT, and GRE prep. I also...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering, General
University of Arizona - Master of Science, Electrical Engineering

Gabby: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...teaching for a 1st grade class in Flagstaff, AZ. After graduating, I had an opportunity to teach ESL to over seventy 1st graders and over fifty 2nd graders in a newly-started Honduran school with limited resources. In Honduras, I spent countless hours creating an ESL curriculum and hand-making ESL worksheets, assessments, and booklets for my students. After returning from Honduras, I accepted a position as a Title I Reading Coach Assistant. I made great progress...
Education & Certification
Northern Arizona University - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching

Adam: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...I loved working with K-3 students at Chinle Primary School, and went through Prescott College's Adult Degree Program to become certified to teach K-8 in the state of Arizona. My future wife and I moved to Tucson and I taught for TUSD as an 8th grade math/art teacher, as a 3rd, then 4th, then 5th grade classroom teacher. Later I moved to a private school and was a 5th grade teacher at Green Fields and...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
University of Arizona - Masters, Educational Leadership

Wouter: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...here in Tucson at Catalina Foothills and I studied abroad in Vancouver Island, Canada for two years, completing the I.B. diploma. My philosophy of education is focused on sharing my own passion for a subject and developing a similar appreciation in the students that I work with. I believe that this passion is essential for effective learning to happen, namely learning should never be rote memorization that fades away after an exam but something that...
Education & Certification
Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Engineering Sciences & Studio Art
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 32

Emily: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...may have. As for my background, I have been tutoring since high school. I have extensive experience tutoring in math, both as a private tutor and with a company. My BA (University of Arizona) and M. Phil. (Trinity College Dublin) degrees are respectively in Creative Writing and in English, and as such, I have a strong background in those subjects as well, which are my favorite to tutor--I enjoy exploring the precision of language to...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelors, Creative Writing
Trinity College Dublin - Masters, Popular Literature
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Jacob: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...individualzed teaching methods to create a fun, engaging, and personalized academic atmosphere. I have experience tutoring calculus, United States history, government and politics, and test prep. While I can't say for sure which subject I enjoy teaching the most, I enjoy any opportunity to work with students who are excited about their subjects. Outside of school and tutoring, I enjoy playing basketball, improving Wikipedia articles, and trying to stay cool in the Arizona heat.
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Aaron: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...perform research at a major university. I enjoy the way that understanding Accounting is similar to understanding how the pieces of a puzzle are put together. As a teacher, I am able to make Accounting more tangible. I also enjoy test prep. I have placed above the 90th percentile on the ACT and GMAT tests, and I look forward to teaching students not only the materials that are on these tests but also test taking strategies....
Education & Certification
University of Illinois - Bachelor of Science, Finance
University of Arizona - Master of Science, Accounting
State Certified Teacher
GMAT: 720

Jacquel: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...I was a paraprofessional for my school district for about one year and 6 months. I then decided to serve in the AmeriCorp for a year at a non-profit called Youth On Their Own (YOTO). Through the AmeriCorp I was able to work with Youth On Their Own and their College and Career Development team to provide college and career access to homeless/at-risk youth in Pima County. During my AmeriCorp term I was given the...
Education & Certification
Academy of Hair Design - Associate in Arts, Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies, General

Nick: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...I moved to Tucson to work as a systems engineering for Raytheon in June 2015. Engineering and tutoring are both equally part of my career to better the world. I interned at Aviation Communications and Surveillance Systems (ACSS): An L-3 Communications & Thales Company for a year in Phoenix, AZ before I moved to Tucson to work at Raytheon. Some of my passions are aviation, defense, outdoors, mountain biking, hiking, and RC quadcopters. I am...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Unknown, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Math: 710

Tara: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...important to them--whether it's preparing for a test, revising their writing, or simply practicing their conversational skills. I especially enjoy helping students with the early stages of non-L1 language acquisition (in either English, Spanish, or German). Something about this stage in the process of learning a language is especially stimulating and fun. The learning curve is steep, and I get to find out a students' particular ways of acquiring a language. Outside of class, I...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelors, German Studies
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 32

Morgana: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...a summer teaching Physical Science at the high school level as a volunteer in Kenya … without electricity or textbooks. As an experienced writer and editor, I can help with essays, personal statements, writing technique and mechanics, as well as reading/study skills. I truly believe that every student can become a good writer with individual attention and encouragement. In school I was (and still am) a bookworm and one who sincerely enjoys helping others to...
Education & Certification
University of St Andrews - Bachelors, Geography and International Relations
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 36

Catherine: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...where I learned Portuguese, in which I taught. I also taught English to a group of adults and a group of adolescents. In addition I have been a math tutor for adults working to obtain the equivalent of a high school diploma. I can tutor all levels of high school Math, (AP) Chemistry, (AP) Biology, Spanish, (AP) Language, (AP) Literature, and general reading and writing. I love teaching because I can share my love of...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Anwyn: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
I am currently student teaching 7th grade English in Tucson. My educational journey at Northern Arizona University to become a certified teacher with a degree in psychology is nearly complete. I have experience tutoring students with various abilities and interests for differing lengths of time. I look forward to meeting you!
Education & Certification
Northern Arizona University - Current Undergrad, Secondary Education English and Psychology

Tim: Tucson AIMS tutor
Certified AIMS Tutor in Tucson, AZ
...have found that a relationship of respect and equality with students is essential to a worthwhile tutoring experience. I pride myself on my ability to break down difficult concepts and create ways to understand them. My schedule is flexible and so is my teaching style--I will tailor my approach based on whether the focus is on improving test scores, classroom performance, or general knowledge. I prefer to meet in a public area near the university,...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Peking University - Certificate, Teaching English as a Foreign Language
LSAT: 170
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