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...These days I am most interested in improving the critical thinking and critical writing skills of students who will comprise the next generation of college graduates and working professionals. The ability to express oneself clearly through writing is an invaluable skill both within academia and the professional workforce. I believe it is my job to provide students with the necessary preparation and skills they will need to succeed in a college environment and beyond. When... Read more
Can also tutor: Writing, Literature, English Grammar and Syntax and 17 more subjects.
Education
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science and Psychology
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Master of Science, Criminal Justice
Test Scores
- SAT Verbal: 780
- GRE Verbal: 168
Biography
...you think: how you create and organize your own perception. I am fascinated with this meta-thinking, this thinking ABOUT how you think, and I take great joy in helping others gain deeper insight into their own thinking patterns. I graduated from Oberlin College with a degree in Creative Writing, and I currently teach and mentor the critical writing process to undergraduate and master's degree students at Goddard College, including Spanish-speaking ESL students. This past year, I... Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, Public Speaking, Phonics and 27 more subjects.
Education
- Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing and Dance
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
- SAT Math: 720
- SAT Verbal: 800
Biography
...Arts degree in creative writing from the University of Maine and a Master's degree in writing and publishing from Emerson College. With more than eight years of professional writing and editing experience in the publishing industry and prior teaching experience at the college level, I bring a highly trained, effective eye to help guide students to better understand not just how to complete an assignment, but how to become more invested in their coursework. My... Read more
Can also tutor: College English, English Grammar and Syntax, Writing and 7 more subjects.
Education
- University of Maine at Farmington - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
- Emerson College - Master of Arts, Writing and Publishing
Biography
I recently returned from Paris where I attended law school and worked in a large law firm. My work has involved extensive French translation, and I have tutored many people learning English as a second language. I also used to be a French tutor at the high school level. Currently, I work as an independent consultant in international development, which gives me a fairly open and flexible schedule. Read more
Can also tutor: College English, Reading, High School English and 9 more subjects.
Education
- Emerson College - Bachelor of Science, Journalism
- American University - Juris Doctor, law
Biography
...to pre-graduate level-primarily in English-to both native and non-native speakers. My music/theater background also equips me to assist with oral presentation and public speaking. Learning is a life-long process. Students' goals, interests, and strengths should be integral parts of his or her education. I believe that the tutor/student relationship is a partnership that affords the student opportunity to take an active role in learning. Student success takes place in a safe, nurturing environment where the... Read more
Can also tutor: Writing, College English, High School English and 10 more subjects.
Education
- Berry College - Bachelor in Arts, Music/Theater
Biography
...as well as wedding dances to private couples. I am also a freelance writer and am working on learning a fourth language, Spanish. In my observation, languages and writing skills are poorly taught in many schools, leaving students frustrated and unprepared for further learning. The improvement I see in my students, however, is immensely rewarding. With a little guidance, everyone has the ability not only to boost their test scores, but also to set themselves... Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, Literature, AP English Language and Composition and 32 more subjects.
Education
- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English and French
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
- SAT Math: 700
- SAT Verbal: 730
Biography
...Room NYC and a non-profit organization called Leave Out Violence. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing and watching basketball (Go Bulls!), enjoying funny television shows (Louie is my favorite), and playing music (guitar & piano). I consider myself blessed to have a creative mind and spirit; I always endeavor to bring this creativity into anything I do. I am a big proponent of thinking outside the box. In tutoring, my motto is "teach a... Read more
Can also tutor: Public Speaking, English Grammar and Syntax, College English and 63 more subjects.
Education
- New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 35
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Math: 36
Biography
...to adapt my teaching style to each childs needs. While some learned better through mnemonics and letter-to-word associations, others preferred to process information and teach content back to me themselves. The greatest lesson I've learned as a tutor is to first step back and let a student tell me their goals, show me how they take in information, and point me in the direction of the challenging areas. With this information, I can help students... Read more
Can also tutor: AP English Language and Composition, College English, Reading and 99 more subjects.
Education
- University of Connecticut - Current Undergrad, Physiology and Neurobiology
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
- SAT Math: 710
- SAT Verbal: 800
Biography
...from my tutoring sessions with an appreciation for close reading and confidence about the writing process. I break down even the trickiest concepts clearly and methodically with targeted practice in the areas where you need it most. Most importantly, I'll make our classes fun. Outside of tutoring, I'm writing a novel and raising an Australian Labradoodle puppy. I enjoy woodworking, rock climbing, yoga, video games, and reading pretty much whenever I can. Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, College English, Writing and 83 more subjects.
Education
- San Francisco State University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Test Scores
- ACT English: 32
- ACT Reading: 31
- SAT Verbal: 700
Biography
...involved were bilingual communities such as the Spanish immersion program in South County and the Kumeyaay native people of East County. I tutored children K-8 in all subjects, especially English, Grammar, Reading, Writing, problem solving, storytelling, Math, organization, and study skills, while pertaining to the open curriculum of "La Clase Magica". I have also tutored elementary-aged children through the YMCA Mentorship program focusing on daily homework tasks and study skills. Since graduation, I have spent... Read more
Can also tutor: Phonics, Public Speaking, Writing and 28 more subjects.
Education
- UC- San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Communications
Biography
...an environment that encourages and motivates students to learn effectively. Additionally, I want to ensure that they have the proper tools to master new concepts and skills on their own. Learning to learn is an important skill to possess, and one that requires constant review. Though I have tutored a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics and Physics. I have always enjoyed seeing the occasional breakthroughs students have with the more... Read more
Can also tutor: Reading, Writing, English Grammar and Syntax and 60 more subjects.
Education
- Arizona State University - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Biography
...from Appalachian State University with a degree in Secondary English Education. I am pursuing my MFA at New York University in Musical Theatre Writing. As an educator in the field of secondary English education for the past four years, I have learned that students first need a support system in order to achieve their own greatness. I hope to be at least a small part of that support system as well as a source of... Read more
Can also tutor: Literature, AP English Language and Composition, Reading and 82 more subjects.
Education
- Appalachian State University - Bachelor of Science, Secondary English Education
- New York University - Master of Fine Arts, Graduate Musical Theatre Writing
Biography
...that students learn best when a seemingly complex subject is broken down into simple and logical pieces, and the pieces are made relatable and relevant to students. I also believe that for students struggling with subjects like History and English, test-taking skills are just as important as learning content. I am currently working as an AmeriCorps member at Community for Youth, a mentoring organization aimed at high school students in Seattle. In my spare time,... Read more
Can also tutor: AP English Language and Composition, Reading, High School English and 28 more subjects.
Education
- University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, History, and Law, Societies, and Justice
Biography
...with homework for school, and they've always told me that I had a talent for teaching; I understand concepts very easily, and explanations come easy as well. The goal that I work towards for my students is to bless them holistically, both through my academic skills and through any relationship that I am able to build with them. I believe in teaching my key patterns of thinking; teach them how to fish instead of giving... Read more
Can also tutor: Writing, Reading, Literature and 68 more subjects.
Education
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
- The University of Texas at Asutin - Master of Science, Material Science
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
- SAT Math: 800
- SAT Verbal: 800
Biography
...France, and California. Finding that the lessons I most remember in life are the ones I discover for myself, I try to guide a student to their own discoveries with questions instead of statements. Not surprisingly, writing is my favorite subject to tutor, but I also have an affinity for math. I think balance is important in life and math's straightforward, organized nature can be therapeutic to the creative mind. In my free time, I... Read more
Can also tutor: Writing, Literature, High School English and 21 more subjects.
Education
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Advertising
Biography
...management skills, and reading, writing, and critical thinking skills at any level. I love helping students find the way that works best for them to approach problem solving and learning. I am very interested in education and have experience working with both children and young adults in New York public schools as well as outdoor summer schools. I speak both French and Arabic and am learning Spanish, and in my free time I love to... Read more
Can also tutor: College English, High School English, Reading and 123 more subjects.
Education
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology/Sustainable Development
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
- SAT Math: 750
- SAT Verbal: 740
Biography
...a graduate of Wellesley College and was a Jewish Studies major there; my concentration was in Hebrew language - both Biblical and modern. My academic interests centered around the study of Tanach (Hebrew Bible) and the ancient world - specifically the birth of rabbinic Judaism and the Jesus movement out of first century Palestine in the Roman Empire - but my course of study was very language-heavy: by the end of my time there, I... Read more
Can also tutor: English Grammar and Syntax, Writing, Literature and 22 more subjects.
Education
- Wellesley College - Bachelor in Arts, Jewish Studies
Test Scores
- SAT Writing: 790
Biography
...the journey to academic success is not a solo one, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share what I know in a way that inspires and educates students. My passion for education stems from a desire to become more aware of the world around me and to help others do the same, whether in the form of writing a paper, passing a test or understanding new concepts. My favorite subjects to tutor are... Read more
Can also tutor: High School English, Writing, College English and 28 more subjects.
Education
- Univeristy of Montana - Bachelors, Ecology and Organismal Biology
Test Scores
- ACT Reading: 32
Biography
...the most resilient student will be likely to fail to meet their potential and therefore fall into cycles of self defeat. It is our job as teachers to create learning environments to foster and provide opportunities for exposure to these truths. I think keeping an open mind to change and a sense of humor are also very important aspects of education. Character education that emphasizes tolerance and support will surely give our students valuable life... Read more
Can also tutor: Reading, Writing, College English and 16 more subjects.
Education
- Holy Family University - Bachelor in Arts, English, Secondary Education
- Arcadia University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Biography
...a computer science student at Swarthmore College. While I'm pursuing a technical degree I have diverse interests and I believe that my liberal arts background help me connect and communicate effectively as a tutor. I want to help you or your child understand the core concepts of any field instead of rattling off formulas and techniques for specific questions. To me, the mentor/mentee relationship is one of the most important human relationships --I will take... Read more
Can also tutor: Writing, High School English, College English and 92 more subjects.
Education
- Swarthmore College - Current Undergrad, Computer Science
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
- SAT Math: 800
- SAT Verbal: 800
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