Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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Hi, I'm Savanna Vandenheuvel, but my students know me as "Ms. V"! I've been teaching since 2017, working with both middle and high school students in traditional classrooms and independent 1:1 settings. I believe every student has unique learning needs, and my passion is meeting them where they arebuilding their confidence and transforming challenges into mastered skills. My goal is to make learning engaging, accessible, and empowering for every student!
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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I am an undergraduate student studying molecular biology and bioengineering. I have always enjoyed teaching others and have been tutoring for 4 years. I recognize that every student learns differently so I emphasize individualized lesson plans. I am excited at the possibility of sharing my knowledge and tips in math, science, reading, writing, the SAT, college essays, and more!
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...concepts or regurgitate facts but truly understand the material. I ask them to defend their answers which teaches them that the correct response is often less important than the reasoning used to reach said response. I honestly believe that anyone can learn anything given enough time and patience. I try my best to not only be a teacher but also a role model to my students and to interact with them as people not just...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...styles of my students and also taught me how to bring subjects, often viewed as boring, to life for them. I really enjoy working with students on History and English, as well as Critical Reading and Writing test prep. I hope that my students come away from our sessions with both the factual foundation that will they need to succeed, and a broader understanding of the subject's importance. In my free time, I love, reading,...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...numerous opportunities to tutor students of various ages primarily in subjects that pertain to my program of study, especially chemistry. Throughout my years of study, I have come to the realization that only after meticulous examination of all the possible scenarios and exceptions of a particular phenomenon can we recognize patterns that may have facilitated our initial attempt to understand it in the first place. As a tutor, I hope to serve as a guide...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...a current senior at Virginia Commonwealth University, and I'm about to graduate with my Bachelors in Psychology. I have experience teaching grades K-12 as a substitute teacher, and college level tutoring experience in a variety of subjects, but especially Psychology, English and Statistics. I work to foster a space of curiosity that plants the seeds of a lifelong passion for learning that will benefit students in class and long after they succeed in their academic...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...in elementary subjects and social skills. I have had the opportunity to work with students ranging from pre-k through high school while I worked at the Hall of Health Children's Museum in Berkeley, California. My duties included leading presentations on the human body and giving guided tours of the museum. I tutor a great deal of subjects, and I would say that my core subjects are English, Literature, Public Speaking, and History. I enjoy connecting...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...writing are my specialties, I've also tutored extensively in Spanish, logic, philosophy, psychology, political science, and more. In addition to my academic tutoring work, I'm passionate about guiding high schoolers through the college application process. The admissions process is probably one of the most confusing, anxiety-inducing experiences you'll have in high school, but I'm full of ideas for making the entire process as successful and stress-free as possible. I've successfully guided many students through every...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...religion, and philosophy, but at present I am pursuing an MA in Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies. As the eldest of 6 homeschooled siblings and a volunteer grade school teacher, I have many years experience tutoring and working with students. I am capable of helping students study a variety of subjects, including history, literature, writing, test prep, mathematics, and social studies; out of these subjects, I am most excited to tutor students in writing,...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...includes running a math tutoring program for middle school students and assisting students in developing a love for learning. I have also worked with high school students in both one-on-one and group settings, helping them improve academic performance and prepare for math exams. Through my role as a STEAM program facilitator, I've guided younger learners through hands-on projects that built both technical skills and confidence. I strive to emphasize the process of problem-solving rather than...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...into what they read and realize how it relates to their own lives. I see myself as a guide and learning facilitator, helping students discover their potential and encouraging them as they do that, sharing my knowledge with them as we go along. I have had a long and rewarding journey with education. I earned a BA in English from Luther College, an MA in English with Creative Emphasis from Iowa State University, and a...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...mastery of the content. I believe that every learner ought to be given an opportunity to understand and interact with a subject, and I enjoy providing those opportunities to willing students. I love teaching, I love language, and I love working with people. When I am not at work, I love to read, especially mysteries and true stories. I also like card games, word puzzles and board games. I am really big on recycling and...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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Hi! I'm a Dartmouth '21 studying philosophy, computer science, and neuroscience. I am a generalist who loves learning and I'm happy & able to tutor in a variety of subject areas. I focus on helping students prepare for the ACT exam and AP or IB subject tests. My specialties are English writing and literature, psychology/neuroscience, Python programming, history, and environmental science.
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...the 7th grade English and ESL classroom, into high school English and German, and finally into university English and journalism classrooms. I directed a university writing center for five years, working with undergraduate and graduate students. Along the way, I served 15 years as a Reader and Table Leader for the College Board's AP English Language and Composition exam. Teaching and talking about writing is just about the most fun and productive professional activity I...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Spanish, test prep, Writing, and History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...educator. I've tutored high school and middle school students. I've enjoyed every part of it and love when I see my students finally "get it." My goal as your tutor isn't to make you "like" writing. Instead, I'm dedicated to helping you figure out your learning style, and how you can most effectively write those lovely, or pesky, essays. I am also great at helping in the areas of reading comprehension, grammar, and literature. These...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...to university, I coached a local public speaking team and taught as a section instructor for the front ensemble of a local marching band in my hometown in Michigan. Currently, I assist my fellow peers in learning any subject from calculus to music theory. I have a love for both the hard sciences and the arts; I am most passionate about tutoring in math, percussion performance, music theory, and public speaking. I deeply believe every...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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I help advanced students perfect their pronunciation and learn to speak spontaneously, confidently, and fluently. If you're at least upper-intermediate/CEFR B2 level (IELTS Band 6), pick me for your coach & speaking partner. We'll work on thinking in English and how to link words so you sound more like a native speaker. We'll practice reducing your accent through interesting conversations.
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...educational innovation, building relationships with students and their parents, and making learning fun. Students enjoy my class (my student approval rating is 94%, and I always rate well on Ratemyteachers.com) because I love to laugh and be ridiculous. Plus, I'm skilled at making quick connections to movies, music, jokes, etc. that kids can relate to and enjoy. Most importantly is my ability to zero in on what issues prevent kids from understanding and have effective...
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Certified AP English Literature and Composition Tutor in Schenectady, NY
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...tutoring Philosophy because it allows students to develop thinking skills that can be applied to other subjects. I have an extensive background in individualized instruction gleaned from teaching music to students of all ages and skill levels for 10 years! I believe that every student has a unique way of approaching concepts and problems, and it is my job to quickly identify their learning style and patiently tailor my approach accordingly. In my free time,...
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The AP English Literature and Composition exam is one of the most difficult exams on which to achieve a perfect 5. Not only do you have to be well versed in the traditional canon of English literature, covering everything from Chaucer to Fitzgerald, but you have to be ready to tackle both essay and multiple-choice questions that test your ability to recall, interpret, and expand upon key concepts, themes, motifs, and character traits. Although you may already be enrolled in an AP English Literature class at school, preparing for the AP English Literature exam with a private tutor could further help you boost that score toward a coveted 5.
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Your personal tutor can help you learn how to actively read a passage while highlighting the most important concepts and identifying material that is likely to show up in the questions. You will also learn how to eliminate nonsense answers, how to find evidence that supports an idea in a passage, and how to select the correct answer choice in the most efficient manner, ensuring you do not run out of time on test day. You can even set goals with your tutor on your time limit, such as making sure that you have ample time remaining for the written or multiple-choice sections, depending on the one that you are the most challenged by.
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Recent Schenectady AP English Literature and Composition Tutoring Session Notes
Today we worked on responses to Freakonomics. We finished the first two chapters and she is going to work on the next four over the weekend. These will be done by Tuesday so next week we can start on a new book and a new set of assignments.
The student and I reviewed one of his essays for English. He is an extremely bright student, very impressive but wants to improve his grades his is earning on his timed essays. We thoroughly examined and dissected what he wrote and the areas he needs to focus on to earn a higher grade. He has some slight trouble with proper word choice and being able to identify an author's tone and how to write and analyze that. I went over that with him and told him he needs to keep in mind the global idea and vision of what the author is trying to accomplish, keeping in mind the genre and rhetorical strategies the author is employing.
We went over the student's government, English, and chemistry material. Much of the session was spent reviewing what is currently being covered in his classes. We reviewed organization and study skills.
I helped get the student started on a research paper. She selected a prompt, brainstormed topic ideas, took extensive notes, developed a tentative thesis statement, and devised a plan for getting started on research.
The student and I worked through her annotated bibliography assignment, editing her existing sources and annotations as well as developing a number of additional possible sources. We discussed how the creation of the outline for her research paper influences the selection of her sources, and vice versa, and came up with a rough outline to guide her through the creation of the rest of her bibliography. We made plans to meet again on Thursday in order to edit the upcoming additions to her bibliography.
During our session, the student worked on his rough draft for his Personal Statement while I proofread his rough draft for his Frankenstein assignment. Once I was done proofreading and he had written his rough draft, we edited his Frankenstein paper. He is going to print off the paper so I can do a handwritten edit of the rough draft and we can finish the final draft at our next session.
