I am an excellent tutor with a wide range of expertise. I am persistent, patient and inquisitive. I have been a teacher for more than fifteen years and I am sure if we work together, we can find a way to improve your academic performance.
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...have taught courses in accounting, finance, economics, management, and business since 1997 as a faculty member at various colleges and universities. In addition, as a higher education administrator, I have worked directly as a tutor and advisor, while also providing students with guidance on effective studying habits, as well as strategies for success and course mastery. Serving students is a rewarding opportunity that I do not take lightly. My efforts can have a significant impact...
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...to participate. This is the environment I always aim to provide. I have a Bachelor's in English Literature (with an education endorsement) from Western Washington University, as well as a Master's in Public Affairs from Washington State University. I enjoy reading and writing in just about every form, and I truly love teaching. I have taught and tutored students of all ages and I take great pride in helping people form goals and achieve them.
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...a chore that everyone must endure. But I came to embrace learning with the guidance of my AP Government teacher. He presented the material in a manner that made me look forward to class and eager to do homework for it. Creating a similar atmosphere is something that I have strived for in my own teaching experiences. Upon graduating from university, I served as an AmeriCorps Member for an educational nonprofit at a local high...
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...teaching others, whether it be teaching sums, or serving in slums, tennis serves, or stonework curves (I started a business building brick and stone patios), engineering skills, or soccer drills. My natural gifts of science and mathematics could take me vocationally away from people, whom I value higher than numbers and technological gizmos. But navigation of the realities of making a living and leading a family have led me back to understanding that the gifts...
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...student. At that point, I taught high school students and helped them to excel on the SAT/ACT as well as in the various Regents exams. I graduated summa cum laude from Touro College, and now I am a graduate student working towards my PhD in history and teaching college part-time. I have had the opportunity to teach hundreds of students in a college classroom. I have really enjoyed this experience, but I have found that...
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...students a passion for learning and provide them with the tools for success in their own journey. I have been privileged to receive my undergraduate education at Brown University graduating with Honors in Biology. After college, I joined Teach For America and taught High School Special Education in several subjects including earth science, forensic science, and chemistry. Science is my passion. I then went on to pursue my medical degree and will be starting my...
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Hello! This is my eighth year as a university instructor and I love working with fellow learners. My expertise is in literature, reading, and writing. I have also worked with young learners, from pre-K through elementary, and into middle and high school. I am a mom, and love working with kids!
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...fiction writing, or enhancing their understanding of core business principles, I aim to help students gain both competence and confidence. In my teaching, I emphasize a hands-on, supportive approach, ensuring students master fundamental concepts while encouraging them to find their unique voice. I firmly believe that education is a pathway to personal freedom and a better society. I aim to inspire each student to reach their full potential by matching their individual learning styles to...
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...been teaching, mentoring, and training children and adults for 10+ years. My favorite subject to teach is Math. I love this the most because it causes people to "think outside of the cube (see what I did there?)" to find solutions to problems. I also have a B.A. in Chemistry from Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, U.S.A. I like to sing, dance, and learn new things. I believe that the best kind of learning...
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...the top percentiles on the verbal and essay writing sections of standardized tests, such as the SAT and GRE, I also possess the perspective and expertise to help others excel on these and similar exams. I am passionate about empowering students to achieve their full potential through education, and I strongly believe tutoring can be a valuable tool for any student's academic growth. In my free time, I enjoy reading, crafting, and journaling.
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I consider teaching to be one of the most important professions in the world. It is one in which I have the opportunity to touch and shape the future each and every day that I work with students. Given the magnitude of this responsibility, I am committed to working diligently to ensure that each of my students has the tools necessary to achieve the success they desire.
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Hello! My name is Umer. I am a student at the University of Illinois at Chicago majoring in Mathematics and Classical Studies (Double Major). I am also certified through Cambridge University's CELTA program to teach ESL/EFL students. I look forward to teaching ESL students in the near future. Right now, I am gaining experience for my long term goal of moving to Cairo, Egypt to teach.
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...I have been a teacher for 24 years. I have taught preschool and kindergarten for both general and special education. I have worked with all grade levels of students in special education. I enjoy teaching all subjects, but I especially enjoy teaching English and grammar. Teaching children to read is a magical experience! I think that learning should be fun and engaging. I look forward to working with you on all of your tutoring needs...
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I love learning and I truly believe that knowledge is power. I have been tutoring since I was in high school and I have 2 children who I work with nearly every day. Everybody is different and learns in different ways but that is what makes each one of us so special. As a tutor, I try to unlock which methods works for those I tutor and teach them how to build upon those strengths.
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...& others, my extensive background & experience of more than 2 decades (plus my own education :D spans internationally with all ages, levels, abilities, cultures, languages. Having worked with everyone from pre.schoolers and kindergartners to Swiss scientists, I believe in Student-Centered Learning, from Brain-Based modalities that respect All Learning Styles. Curriculum is important, but HOW information is shared and nurtured for long term retention is vital for integration of the material--even if it is just...
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...M.S. in Teacher Education with a focus on Applied Behavior Analysis, and am currently pursuing a PhD in school-based psychology. With over a decade of experience, I now focus on supporting teenagers, college students, and adult learners; especially those with ADHD or trouble managing academic demands, athletics, jobs, or learning differences. I specialize in executive functioning coaching, academic support, and standardized test prep. I work best with students who are struggling to stay organized, meet...
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...mathematics and the sciences, I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals and develop a deep understanding of these subjects. With years of experience working with students of all levels, I am committed to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment that encourages growth, curiosity, and confidence. My approach to tutoring is tailored to each student's individual needs. Whether you are struggling with complex algebraic concepts, trying to understand the principles of physics,...
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I love helping elementary students learn to read, write and excel at math. I am a retired elementary school counselor and have tutored for almost 9 years, both in person and online. I can also tutor elementary science, psychology, sociology, geography, beginning Spanish and essay writing. Helping student succeed while building self-confidence is my specialty!
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...received my Bachelor of Arts in English Language Studies. I also have a Master's TEFL Certification. Since graduation, I traveled extensively, teaching children English in South Korea in a prominent elementary school. I currently tutor students from ages 6-40 in English as a Second Language (ESL). While I tutor a broad range of language-based subjects, I am most passionate about English Language, Literature, and Writing. In my experience helping struggling students improve their English skills...
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We continued our discussion of the assessment test, specifically, we reviewed the student's first practice test and examined the strategy of the writing section to adapt her skill set to the test.
We covered some grammar from the Writing section, and were able to work through 3 sections of a full length exam. The student showed improvement for his grammar questions and felt more comfortable when he could read the sentences aloud, so I suggested that he continue to practice reading aloud.
Timed the student in the math and English sections; her pace was good. We then transitioned into science, which she is least familiar with from her SAT studies. I helped her detect trends in data and extrapolate beyond the provided information.
Today the student and I spent some time reviewing grammar concepts and talked about strategy for identifying sentence errors and improving paragraphs. We worked together through the problems of these types that she had missed on her diagnostic exam to make sure that she understood the concepts. We finished our time by doing some work on her pacing and time management for the reading portion of the exam.
We started today by working on the math section. She has no problems with the content, but needs to be more confident. We discussed testing strategies and methods to increase confidence in her abilities. We also worked on the science section. We focused on interpreting graphs.
