...as I can remember. I started my career as an educator as a volunteer one-on-one reading tutor when I was still in high school and, ever since then, have gained a wealth of teaching experience with students of diverse backgrounds. I have worked with students as young as third grade up to learners that already have college degrees. My background as a 9th grade English teacher has given me the opportunity to work with students...
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...of time working with special needs students (of all abilities) with speech, as well as music therapy! I've tutored in Math, Sciences, Music, Music Theory, Piano, Voice, and SAT prep! I do have experience in other tutoring areas as well. I strongly believe in tailoring every lesson/plan to each individual student, since every person is different, we all learn differently! My goal is to take the stress out of it and help my students love...
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I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s in Education at Jackson State University, and am currently completing a Ph.D., from Mississippi State University. I have been an educator for the past eight years in elementary, middle, and high school settings, and am currently hold educator licenses in both Texas and Mississippi.... Support, service, and dedication best describe my educational philosophy. As an individual who works with elementary students each day, it is my belief that all students...
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I am licensed and certified professional teacher in the United States of America and a holder of Level Three-A Instructional Leader K-8 Elementary License and Level Three-A Instructional Leader Pre K-12 Special Education License issued by the New Mexico Department of Education. Also, I am a TESOL, Reading and Language Arts endorsed. I can handle both the regular education and special education classes.
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...travel literature and some fiction outside of academia and serve as co-chair of the European Association of American Studies Women's Steering Committee. This past summer I crafted travel writing while spelunking in the Iowas Women's Archives and the Oregon State University Archives, as my co-writer and I have been crafting a discursive examination of food safety, activism, and grassroots women's voices. This project Safety For Our Souls has received funding from several libraries. That being...
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2016 B.S. Business Management; Cornerstone University. 6-months Substituting and Paraprofessional/Support Staff. 3 years tutoring K-6 English, Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies. 3 years teaching Drama/Theater.
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Hello! I am a 19 year old Civil Engineering student at the University of Arizona in my Junior year. I am great at tutoring Math, Science, and Writing. I love to show students how fun and exciting Math and Science really is, and how with a little work and perseverance, any one can be that "straight A student." I'm looking forward to working together!... My teaching philosophy is that learning should be fun and intuitive! With...
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I am a recent graduate in the area of Game Design and Development, and wish to use my skills in Narrative Design to help inspire young writers. My specialty is writing, specifically creative writing. I am comfortable with tutoring grammar and reading comprehension as well. Students who are looking to improve writing and develop creativity in writing would be a great match with me. ... To bridge the gap between a student's interests and effective learning....
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I am currently a bioengineering major at the University of Houston - Honors College. I am also working as a Research Intern at Rice University's Center for Theoretical Biological Physics. I have tutored students of various ages from different backgrounds over the past four years. I enjoy disseminating knowledge to anyone who is ready to learn!
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...The arts and artists are an integral part of the solution to the challenges we face in all parts of our society.” I am also interested in international arts policy, having visited over 25 countries while living and working abroad for more than four years. I am passionate about exploring the ways that the arts can unite disparate cultures and communities. I previously served with AmeriCorps*National Civilian Community Corps: Southwest Region, focusing on disaster relief...
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With experience working with young elementary students, high school students, college applicants, and college students, I bring an eagerness to adapt my guidance to each individual. As a tutor, I am excited to tailor each and every session to a particular student's needs and preferred method of learning.
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My name is Anya, and I'm really looking forward to working with you. I'm eager to help you succeed in whatever you're looking to learn. I am a firm believer in discussion and activity-based learning, and have experience working with students of all ages. Let me know if you have any questions, and I'm excited to start working with you!
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...is absolutely obsessed with history. I do a lot of free time/free choice reading about many different historical topics and time periods. My degree is in history. I love historical movies and TV shows. I love to teach history! I also have a big interest in politics and government as well, I have a degree in it and love watching the news! I have ten years experience tutoring students in a variety of subjects. I...
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...unequivocally that I should teach writing. This conversation was a turning point because someone else believed that I could help others learn to write. That day, this same professor (who served as my division chairperson) walked me down to the writing lab and introduced me as a new writing tutor to the center director. From the time that I tutored my first client in developmental writing, I knew that I needed to teach, and I've...
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...to get there is as unique as we are! As a Special Education Teacher for over ten years I have a great deal of experience working with a wide variety of students. I have great ideas for organization and executive functioning that can benefit all students. I specialize in working with middle and high school students who are having a difficult time learning new concepts in traditional ways. I have a Masters Degree in Education...
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...Taylor, and I am currently a high school English and technology teacher. I teach English II Advanced to get students ready for AP classes in high school and/or dual-credit classes. I also teach Technology in Esports as a CTE course. Recently, I have worked as a GED instructor, college writing instructor, and tutor for a variety of subjects. My teaching strengths include literature, writing, grammar, Adobe Suite, test preparation, and SAT-prep. Thank you, Corey Taylor
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Young, friendly, engaging career teacher with eight years of experience in the public school system. I pride myself in going above and beyond to help my students learn and build positive relationships.
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...tutor that works for them. That is where I come in! I love teaching both children and adults, and have worked in kindergarten classrooms, as well as provided one-on-one instruction to high school students and adults. I teach piano lessons as well, and will occasionally sing my instructions out of habit, which is always entertaining. I can teach in English or Spanish, depending on the subject matter and the student's confidence in either language. I...
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...in English, I taught English 101 classes at Liberty University. I taught mostly grammar and writing and decided to try teaching in high school the following year. After teaching 12th grade English, Speech and Debate, Advanced Placement Literature and Composition, and Classical Literature, I decided I wanted to pursue my career in Publishing. As I work towards my long-term goals, I wanted to continue teaching in some way. I love English, and I want to...
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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.
