...languages and communication. I hold a B.A. in Foreign Language Education with a concentration in Spanish from the University of South Florida. I have taught Spanish to K-8 students and have taught English abroad to students of all ages. Additionally, I have worked as an online English teacher to students on the other side of the world. I have tutored countless students in both one-on-one and group settings. My favorite subjects to tutor are foreign...
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...West Indies. I received my Bachelor of Law in 2021 and am currently an Attorney-in-waiting to be called to the Jamaican Bar. I am passionate about helping students to ensure they are not left behind along with the satisfaction of ensuring they achieve their academic goals. This passion was exemplified when I was tutoring 11 and 12 graders and they achieved top 10 national rankings . These subjects include history and social studies. I also...
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...scaffolding to meet these expectations and thus experience academic and personal growth. I want students to feel confident when thinking about their studies. These reasons drove my decision to become a tutor with Varsity Tutors. The best rewards for me as a tutor arise during those times students realize their potential and have that "A-HA!" moment. I watch them confidently tackle a challenging assignment and then say, "Way to go! I knew you could do...
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...and teacher of literature, writing, and reading comprehension for the past 7 years. I graduated from NYU with a degree in literature and creative writing and a minor in gender and sexuality studies. I graduated from SAIC with an MFA in writing. I have taught writing classes at SAIC, Harold Washington College, and National Louis University. Literature was my first love and continues to be so. I have been writing for as long as I...
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...of English and Social Studies subjects and have been teaching and tutoring for the past eight years. My approach is to help students recognize their strengths and to utilize them to fill gaps in understanding and to work on emerging skills. I believe that there is no single right way to learn and I am committed to helping my students use their existing skills and develop those that require attention in order to experience success.
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...English grammar the same old way, year after year, and it didn't make sense to you, please give me a chance to teach it to you a new way , so you can understand it! I am a patient tutor in ESL, grammar, writing and test prep. I stay fully booked as an ESL tutor for VIP Kid (ages 5 to 12.) I taught Developmental Writing and Grammar to adults for 2 years at a...
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Hello! I am a graduate student at Columbia University, working towards Masters degrees in Public Health and Social Work. I am a graduate of Brandeis University with Bachelor's degrees in Anthropology and Environmental Science. I have been teaching students ages 9 and up for approximately 8 years, and I would love to help you reach your academic potential! My favorite subjects to tutor are reading comprehension, environmental science, and essay-writing.
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...any encyclopedic technical expertise. I think that's what sets me apart as a tutor- my commitment to human understanding, and values rooted in human virtue. Additionally, I was originally a political science (international relations) major, and I maintain a personal interest in world and U.S. politics, and international business. I believe education can only be mastered through multiplicities of understanding; I like to connect concepts together for students, so they can begin to see the...
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...English to my online student. Science and STEM opportunities are also important to me as I am able to bring the understanding for these critical thinking skills needed to advance. My tutoring style is built on engaging and interactive lessons. I use realia, demonstrations, games, songs, and visual techniques to reach the student at every level. It is important to me to listen to the student to find just the right approach that will engage...
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I am ready to help a student learn in an individualized approach. In the classroom, teachers are only able to give so much attention to one student, and so tutors are needed to facilitate that. I am excited to work with students and help them learn.
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...experience since 2012 serving as a homeschool teacher and tutor to students from all over the world. This experience has provided me with a unique opportunity to engage with students of varying ages and backgrounds and to develop innovative and constructive teaching strategies. As an amicable, patient, and supportive instructor, I am dedicated to facilitating the development of young minds and empowering them to reach their full potential. I am confident that my proficiency and...
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Hi all, my name is Bobby and I will do my best to make this learning experience both fun and engaging! I believe each student has a unique style of learning and I pride myself in exploring and helping them achieve max effectiveness. Without quality tutoring I wouldn't have been able to balance the stress of college athletics and academics; what better way to give back!
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I'm a dedicated, free-spirited educator dedicated to pushing students to be the best version of themselves they can be. I've worked in public education for two years as a high school teacher and seek outside opportunities to help individual students as much as I already do in my own classroom.
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...foundation in educational theory and practice, allowing me to tailor my teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students. I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment that fosters growth and success for all learners. I have attained a master's degree in curriculum and instruction, a master's degree in business administration and international management, and a doctorate in educational leadership. I also have a bachelor's degree in liberal arts, a bachelor's degree...
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Credentials: Missouri Bar License J.D. from Creighton University School of Law B.S. in Criminology and History from Missouri State University. Statement: I love tutoring and have been doing so since 2008. Having taught for over a decade, I have come across numerous problems that students face with their studies and am always happy to help!
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...to academic excellence and student success. With a background in tutoring mathematics, physics, chemistry, programming, and English, I specialize in providing personalized instruction tailored to each student's learning style and academic needs. I have worked with students across various levels, from middle school to college, helping them develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of complex concepts. My approach to tutoring is centered on clarity, engagement, and adaptability. I strive to create an encouraging...
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...most passionate about English, Religion, and Sociology. I've worked with a variety of ages, but I'm partial to middle schoolers and those working towards taking CLEP tests. I have taken and passed three CLEP tests myself, so I understand how the process works and what it takes to master the material. I also enjoy helping students in their college application process. When I'm not tutoring or teaching, I enjoy volunteering, my cats, and writing.
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...because I love to see how my students grow while I tutor them. I have a BA in English with a minor in History with several years of experience of peer-to-peer and student-teacher/tutor in English, History, and ESL tutoring. I specialize in helping students edit and revise essays/papers, proofreading college applications and resumes/cover letters, English and History test prep, and other items related to these areas. My teaching philosophy is based on forming relationships with...
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...for me to create original, more effective methods towards introducing & teaching new material. I began tutoring at the college grade level, which ultimately changed my teaching styles for the better. This new path started with questioning and analyzing today's academic system: "What adequately helps students to learn?", "How can I significantly impact each session in such a short amount of time?" And most importantly, "Why are some students not motivated to do well in...
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I believe that everyone can learn. I've gone through it all, I travelled to 5 different countries for my undergraduate degree, and I'll do everything you need to learn as quick and easy as possible.
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The ACT Compass Writing Skills test is an evaluation used by colleges to place their incoming students in writing classes appropriate for their skill levels. This test can be used in tandem with the ACT Compass Writing Essay test, or on its own. The Writing Skills test is a multiple-choice exam focused on evaluating your mastery of English grammar, rhetoric, and style. On the exam, you are asked to identify and correct sentence errors and to find more effective ways of stating ideas. If you are preparing to take the this exam, consider contacting Varsity Tutors for help connecting with ACT Compass Writing Skills tutors.
ACT Compass Writing Skills tutoring can focus on any areas of English grammar, style, mechanics, or rhetoric that you need to have clarified. Did you learn about , placement in the ninth grade, but have forgotten the rules about it since? Your tutor can help you identify and address any grammatical, stylistic, or structural weaknesses in your understanding of the English language. By developing teaching plans customized to fit your specific needs, goals, and learning style, a private tutor can help you obtain placement in the collegiate English class that best reflects your talents and abilities. Beyond helping you review and sharpen your English skills, ACT Compass Writing Skills tutoring can help you acquire valuable test-taking strategies that can be useful on test day.
You may consider yourself a proficient writer, and score well on writing assessments. The format of this important writing skills test can nonetheless throw you off, and the confusion can inadvertently cause you to answer questions incorrectly. Regardless of your skill level, it is therefore important to adequately prepare for the exam. Plus, your ACT Compass Writing Skills tutor can pinpoint any areas of weakness that could impede your performance on test day. They'll focus on these areas to fill in any gaps, ensuring you will be as prepared as you possibly can be.
The computerized test consists of essays that have numerous errors. You'll have a chance to highlight a phrase that has grammatical errors, and to choose the correctly structured phrase from a list of answers. One helpful feature of the test is that once you select an answer, the selected phrase will change in the text, so you can go back and proofread. There may be just one long essay, or as many as six passages, for you to read and analyze.
Don't be placed in a class below your skill level simply because you haven't cultivated the ability to answer multiple-choice questions skillfully and accurately. Your tutor can introduce you to various test-taking strategies and techniques that can help you simplify questions and deduce the correct answer, even if you weren't sure of the answer upon your first reading of the question. Combining these test-taking skills with a review of the content that the ACT Compass Writing Skills test covers can help you maximize your chances of achieving a high score. This will also ensure that you will be adequately challenged in your English writing course. Varsity Tutors understands that you are busy, so we make every effort to help you connect with ACT Compass Writing Skills tutoring that is convenient and low-stress. Tutors set their own schedules and can work to accommodate your preferred meeting time and place. You can meet in the comfort of your own home, if that suits you best. You can even request face-to-face online sessions using our live learning platform. If you would like some extra help as you prepare for the ACT Compass Writing Skills test, contact Varsity Tutors to get connected with a private tutor today!
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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.
