I got my undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Pittsburgh, and am working on my Master's degree from NYU in microbiology now. I have been a TA (teaching assistant) for courses in both undergraduate and graduate settings and worked with students both in groups and individually. Obviously from my background, my strongest subjects are any science or math related subjects at any level. I tutor any science including biological sciences (biology, ecology, genetics,...
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...supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to ask questions and explore complex concepts. I strive to connect with each student individually, tailoring my approach to their unique learning styles and goals. Witnessing my students' growth and success is incredibly rewarding and motivates me to continually refine my methods. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy exploring new technologies and engaging in data analysis projects, which I believe enrich my teaching and keep the learning experience dynamic...
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Hello! I am a Dartmouth graduate. I am currently working on my med and business endeavors. I have not only an interest, but a motivation to help others. I have helped students get into Ivy League schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects from French to Essay Writing and Algebra to Chemistry! I want my students and tutees to see the value in themselves...
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...of tutoring is very practical and to the point, with an emphasis on the use of technology and The Internet in order to accomplish the task through visualization, real world examples, and resourcefulness. I try to avoid as much as possible memorization and repetition and instead concentrate in teaching my student general key concepts that they can use through all of their technical classes. I do use repetition, memorization, and mnemonics once I realized the level...
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...mentor lower level college students in the areas of College Algebra and Computer Programming. I love the feeling you get when you're able to develop students and teach them to solve problems that they otherwise couldn't understand. I believe building a relationship with students will make them more comfortable with you and better receptive to your teaching method. In my free time, I love to play video games, workout, play sports and try new activities....
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...Beloit College and my Juris Doctor from the University of Oregon School of Law. I've studied abroad in Scotland, Australia, and Switzerland, and I love to travel. In law school I tutored privately for the GRE as well as served as a teaching assistant for Civil Procedure. I tutor a wide variety of subjects, but my favorites are Writing and Editing as well as the English/Verbal portions of standardized tests. In my free time, I...
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...mainly on my ability to model and program mathematical and physical models of science. I have tutored Computer Science while attending graduate school. I have taught Information Technology at the college level and it was very successful (being my first attempt at lecturing professionally). While attending graduate school, I studied mathematics and completed enough courses to have a strong background in the field of Applied Math. I consider myself to be a strong "algebraist". I...
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...use the Socratic Method to elicit mathematical thought and foster engagement with mathematical concepts. I have found that using multiple representations of mathematical ideas (e.g., algebraic, graphical, and numerical) is beneficial for two reasons. First of all, different students learn in different ways, and one representation may be easier for a student to understand than another. Secondly, knowing multiple representations and methods of solution makes for better problem solving; if students know several ways of...
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...be a subject with which students struggle. I like putting complex problems into simple steps in order to enhance a pattern of thinking. I enjoy helping students learn to think in logical ways in order to solve even the most difficult of problems. In my free time, I enjoy health and fitness. I practice yoga and low-intensity workouts; I believe that we need to be mentally and physically healthy in order to be academically "healthy."...
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I love the look a child gets in their eyes when they begin to understand a concept that has alluded them in the past. Whether teaching my class or working one on one with a student, seeing that success is what I strive for.... All students are capable of being successful. As a teacher, it's my job to identify the strategies and resources that will put each student I work with on the path to success.
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...taking it upon themselves to consistently train employees in order to maintain a strategic edge. Learning, however, is not a passive process. Engagement, learner control, learning orientation, situational and individual differences all play a strategic role in the learning process. My goal is to help individuals better understand the learning process as a whole; developing the skills necessary to perform and learn across a wide array of subjects and levels. My aim is to assist,...
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...in the Chemistry Help Center at Nassau Community College, as well as frequently helping classmates in my science classes with any questions that come up prior to an exam. I tutor many science subjects, including chemistry, biology, and mathematics. My favorite subjects to tutor are chemistry and biology, as they relate most closely to my own area of study, which allows me to use my own knowledge of real world applications of the material to...
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...re-learn Chinese when I moved back from Japan to China. Because my grandma served as a mentor who believed that 'I can do it', I remained confident and went from bottom of class to top. Ultimately, we will not only work on your weakness, but also develop mental and physical toughness. Tutoring experience: spent 2 years in college tutoring pre-meds in Organic chemistry, and student athletes in Physics, Biology, and Chinese. Upon graduation, I spent...
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...in Elementary Education. I am also certified to teach Mild to Moderate Disability students Grades K 12. I currently work for the Pattonville School District teaching English Language Learners. I have experience working with students from K-12 and with students of different cultural backgrounds. I love helping students with Reading, Writing, Phonics, Math and anything else they would like help with! I find it valuable to take the time to make personal connections with every...
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...I have been tutoring elementary and middle school students in various homework subject for five years now. Being only twenty myself, I find relating to the students very easily which in my opinion, is the greatest way to helping a student understand a lesson or an assignment. Besides tutoring, I have been lucky enough to design and teach my own curriculum for a summer high school course called "Spanish for Travelers." Outside of academia, I...
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...education, and intentional educational technology use that fuels me most these days. I've helped learners achieve strong outcomes on standardized tests and develop long-term confidence in their abilities. I believe education can transform lives and that a strong foundation in math opens doors far beyond the classroom. At home, I'm a mother of three, and we enjoy visiting the library, solving puzzles, singing, dancing, and learning together. When I find quiet time, I'm usually diving...
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...be confusing. I like to employ chants and hand movements to help remember the vocabulary and methods necessary to be successful in Math. Outside of the classroom, I love spending time with my family (wife, 4 kids, and a dog!). When I'm taking some time to myself, I can either be found reading a good book (I love most genres but hold a special place for Fantasy, Sci-Fi, and Dystopian books. or watching some sports...
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...While my first love is astronomy education, I also taught math (from Pre-Algebra through College Algebra) for five years at tribal colleges, which are community colleges run by tribes. I have tutored many students while they successfully completed their math courses, and I love to see students gain in confidence as they discover that they are fully capable of learning and solving problems on their own. When I'm not working with students, I like to...
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I received my Bachelors of Science in Biology from Tennessee State University and my Masters of Public Health from University of Alabama Birmingham. I am currently pursuing a Masters of Fine Arts in Design for Social Innovation. I have tutored middle school and high school students for over 10 years. My tutoring subjects include Math, Science, and ACT prep. When I tutor, I like to get to know my students, understand their frustrations, and also...
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I grew up in a family that valued education, with a mother who is now a retired teacher. I have worked with all age groups in a variety of educational settings since I was a teen. I just love interacting with kids and teens and helping them learn. I have had the pleasure of seeing so many students either get excited over learning something new and having their world open up that much more or...
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Recent Elementary Algebra Tutoring Session Notes
This is for a session on Wed. 5/15. We worked on both math and science. There were a couple of math worksheets on compound inequalities that needed to be completed and checked. The student had some trouble in graphing 'and' problems. When we broke them down into two separate inequalities, things seemed to go more smoothly. We continued working on the science newspaper. We looked more closely at the grammar. The water cycle comic strip and letter to the editor were completed appropriately; the weather map still needed some work.
We continued going over the practice test, particularly those problems that the student had indicated gave him the most trouble. Our major focus today was what indications a problem gave that you should divide, and then identifying which number you should divide by.
The student practiced permutations and probability questions as a brief review for the lessons covered in class during the week.
The student practiced simplifying and dividing of polynomials.
The student was given long division practice of polynomials for HW.
We continued to work on finding the areas of rectangles, triangles, and circles. We completed a math homework sheet with a number of problems in which the student was required to "find the shaded area" of a shape by subtracting the unshaded areas from the area of the total shape. We also went over some problems she had copied from the board in class but didn't really understand. She understood each problem after I started to explain it to her, and she was able to explain the problem back to me. But she had trouble figuring out how to start each problem by herself-- she needed me to start her in the right direction. I think she has a much better grasp of the material now, but she needs to keep practicing until she is able to do these types of math problems by herself.
We practiced a lot of long division and it shows that she has improved a lot on it. We practiced more of the multiplication facts. She still doesn't know all of them right away, but is able to figure it out. I would like it for her to know her multiplication facts right away, without having to pause to think about them. I am sure with a little more practice she will accomplish that goal.
