...ages and levels, from pre-K to high school. I love using questions, activities and discussion to help my students understand what they are reading and engage with it meaningfully. Whether my students are writing short stories, poetry, 5 paragraph essays, research papers or otherwise, I'm here and qualified to teach and support the process! If you would like to learn more about me, my teaching philosophy and my experiences, please read more below! I am...
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...Writing. I was an undergraduate Peer Tutor in the Writing Center for three years at Cornell College, where I earned my Bachelor's in English Literature and Secondary Education while running on the Track and Field team. There's so much I love about writing and finding clarity in communication, and I love spreading the joy with which I view grammatical theory. I'd be happy to work with you on Reading Fundamentals, Writing Clarity, Essay-Writing Strategy, English...
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...and taught high school English for seven years in south Texas. I've taught students who struggled with English subject, who were below level in their reading comprehension and writing ability, and I've also taught Pre-AP and AP Literature. I'm passionate about English Literature -- specifically, British Literature and also creative fiction. I also, however, understand and advocate the importance of writing skills. In working with students, I strive to make the content accessible and work...
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...- both English and Spanish. I graduated as Valedictorian from Stony Brook University with my B.A. in Spanish Language & Literature. I have been studying Spanish since the 6th grade and have spent extensive periods of time abroad, which range from taking linguistics classes in Madrid to doing farm work in rural Mexico. I love to learn and teach others. While finding the right answer is important, I also want my students to develop critical...
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...my high school diploma and graduated from Palmetto Senior High. I got into Miami Dade College, where I enrolled in the science department and majored in biology. During my first semester at Miami Dade College, I won a full tennis scholarship, which helped with tuition and books. After graduating with an Associate of Arts degree, I won another tennis scholarship to St. Thomas University. There, I completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology. As...
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...and large classrooms. Still, my approach to teaching is grounded in the perspective I gained during my first year as a teacher in El Salvador and the lessons I learned there: Make the subject fun. Show your students you care about their learning and academic achievement . Be creative and try different techniques until you reach the students who don't engage in advisory services. Understand that your experience is different from that of your advisory...
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...Teaching, in which I was named the Outstanding Graduate from my cohort. I have experience instructing both in person and via online platforms, such as Zoom. Last year I taught 6th grade honors English and 8th grade English for a school in my local district. During my student teaching (which occurred during the height of the pandemic) I taught entirely virtually and learned how to form meaningful relationships with students even through a computer screen....
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...and dedicated professional with more than 18 years of extensive collective experience in behavioral therapy, reading, exceptional student education, college entrance management, and leadership development. As the founder of Blue Assent Consultant LLC, I specialize in creating inclusive and high-performing learning environments, empowering clients from diverse backgrounds to achieve their full potential. My mission is to drive sustainable growth and innovation in education through tailored tutoring solutions, emphasizing ethical practices and operational efficiency.
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...at urban Catholic high schools in Boston while pursuing my M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction at Boston College. I also had the opportunity to direct and manage an International Student program at these institutions and expand my enthusiasm for influencing and guiding youth in a positive light. During my experience as an educator, my passion for equal opportunity for all students developed as my heart for my students continued to grow; I realized firsthand how...
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...in Psychology, Sociology, Philosophy, English, and more. Since graduation, I have been proactively working on personal and professional writing projects. In addition, I have been helping other students local to my area with numerous assignments, such as assistance with school-related tasks, personal essays, college application essays, test preparation, and much more. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and Writing. With my experience working with people, combined...
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...development and medicine health & society, with a minor in Russian from Vanderbilt University and a teaching license from the Ohio Department of Education. As a college student, Lydia volunteered in educational settings and worked in a psychology research lab. She has been working in education as a teacher and tutor since 2017 and is currently pursuing an MEd in education with a focus in TESOL and special education from Cleveland State University. Lydia is...
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I believe every student has unique strengths and learning styles, and I strive to create a supportive environment where they can thrive. I am eager to share my knowledge, foster a love for learning, and guiding my students toward their academic goals. I embrace Universal Design for Learning by focusing on each student's interests and strengths, while making necessary modifications to align with state standards.
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...alternative educational settings; as well as, with non-profit organizations and three area museums. I also have over seventeen years of experience creating educational resources and curricula for private, public, alternative, and charter schools; as well as, non-profit organizations. My favorite subjects to tutor are English Language Arts, Writing, Reading, Social Studies, History, Humanities, and Literature. English Language Arts is my area of specialty because I love Writing and Literature, but I also have a love...
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...minors in women's studies and psychology, and a certificate in teaching English as a foreign language. When I wasn't working on academics, I wrote for the newspaper, served as a new student mentor with transfer students, and worked at a toy store in a nearby mall. Currently, I'm working toward my MA in early childhood education from Concordia University. I also take Spanish classes. After tutoring middle and high school students in math, social studies,...
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...both tutoring and classroom settings. I specialize in elementary school subjects, including English, Math, and Reading, utilizing methods like Orton Gillingham to support diverse learning needs. My approach centers on creating a supportive and engaging environment where students feel empowered to explore and ask questions. I believe that every child has unique strengths, and I strive to build their confidence through personalized learning experiences. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy spending quality time with my two...
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I am a provider of subject information, an encourager, a provider of examples, one who nudges you for your questions and then responds with a reply that will encourage you to dig deeper into the topic. My goal is to provide access to as much information as possible and light your desire to know more for you to achieve the level of success required by the subject at hand.... The role of teacher is best defined...
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...educational experience and learn new ways to aid all learners in growing and developing their academic goals. My philosophy of education is centered around all students being learners! Teaching ELAR advanced, and test prep courses are my passions. Hearing the excitement in a student's voice or the smile on one's face after understanding a new or challenging concept drives me to continue to support students in their academic achievements. Let's learn together!
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"The Pen is mightier than the Sword." I believe this well-known proverb is true. Good writing can persuade, motivate, inspire, and please thousands. Writing is a large part of many important careers, and the ability to write well opens doors to jobs, promotions, and countless other possibilities. Similarly, the ability to read challenging texts with comprehension and discernment is also a large part of...
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I am undergraduate student at the University of Miami pursuing a B.S. in Biology and a B.A. in English with minors in Chemistry, Psychology, and Microbiology & Immunology. As a tutor, my main goal is to help students build confidence in themselves in a way that makes them believe in themselves and truly want to strive for success.
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...dynamic, collaborative and highly organized person, with 15 years of experience working with youth and sharing knowledge. I am an effective communicator with high-level conflict resolution skills, a community organizer with a commitment to Popular Education and to other grassroots efforts that foster people's agency and leadership. I have been a community journalist, activist, multimedia producer and educator, always dedicated to bringing change through storytelling. I am focused on building resilient communities that are empowered...
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Being able to effectively write an expository essay is necessary for nearly every educational pursuit. Unlike persuasive or creative writing, expository writing seeks to inform an audience on a specific subject that was previously unknown to that audience. Expository writing may include such elements as analysis, analogy, cause and effect, and comparison. You may take a focused course in expository writing or you may be assigned expository essays for another class. If you find yourself wanting extra support as you write an expository essay for a specific class, or if you want help cultivating the skills necessary for expository writing in general, consider private tutoring.
Expository writing includes many forms of prose, all aimed at informing the reader. Your tutor can walk you through these formats and help you decide which one or combination is right for your project and topic. Expository writing focuses on building a strong essay or composition around the information you want to present. Tutors can help you find a style of writing that best presents your topic, guiding you from the beginning to the end of your writing process with helpful, objective eyes that can strengthen your presentation. Expository writing tutoring also focuses on the grammar and mechanics of writing, so not only do you get your information across to your audience, but your information is presented in a cohesive way that is approachable for your audience. Your tutor can help you edit your work, correcting any structural issues or erroneous formatting while explaining to you why one structure is more accurate or sounds better than another.
Tutors want you to learn during tutoring sessions. They explain the how and why behind editing, so that you have a good grasp on how the mechanical and rhetorical sides of your writing collaborate to produce a strong expository essay. Expository writing tutoring should be a low-stress, informational part of your life. Because tutors set their own schedules, they are often flexible in the times and places they can meet, meaning that you are able to choose a time and place that works best for you. You can choose to work in the comfort of your own home or at a local coffee shop, your college campus, or anywhere else around your area. If you are unable to make a learning session, or you don't enjoy studying in-person, you can choose to meet your tutor over the internet as well.
Regardless of your goals or proficiency level, an expository writing tutor can help you reach the success that you're looking for. Whether you have a classroom assignment or an upcoming work-related project, your tutor can guide you along the way. Unlike classroom-based learning, where the instructor has between 20 to 30 students to manage, your private instructor is dedicated to ensuring that your goals are being met. They are able to fully customize your learning plan, ensuring that you strengthen your weaker areas in an efficient manner.
Becoming an excellent expository writer can open a lot of doors professionally. It is a skill that is valuable in science as well as advertising, and can make you a valuable asset in the professional world. By working with a private tutor, you can sharpen this skill and improve your chances of being promoted or landing your dream job.
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Recent Expository Writing Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I worked on her English assignment this week which was a very unique assignment, something I have never even done but love the concept. Her assignment was to construct a "found" poem from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. We had to read a chapter and pick out Dickens' words, phrases and make up our own poem.
Today the student and I continued to focus on 10th grade English, by completing quizzes and tests. We then began a compare and contrast essay that he was assigned by his teacher! We plan on finishing it tomorrow.
The student felt that she had done well on the in-class timed writing assignment on Deadly Choices that her teacher held this past week. We spent most of our time reviewing and discussing her notes for Jane Eyre. I felt that her thoroughness and analysis were well done. Since her class does not spend class time discussing the book, we had a lengthy discussion about the aspects that her teacher instructed her class to focus on (characterization, mood, 'art of the writer', and themes). We ended by reviewing denotations and connotations, and practicing on a few of the words that she was assigned for homework.
During the session today, we started by going through his math section of homework. We covered story problems as well as 2-digit subtraction. We then went on to cover reading comprehension with a reading passage and questions to follow. We also covered geography and rhyming words. The student did really well on all of the worksheets and seems to have mastered the subject matter.
During my session with student 2, we focused on the math section of her homework, particularly on finding the area and perimeter of an object. We then went on to cover vocabulary and she was very comfortable with the definitions, synonyms, and examples of the word list toward the end of the session.
Practiced identifying parts of speech in complex sentences. Used knowledge of prepositional phrases to place commas in appropriate places in complex sentences. Reviewed the basics of binomial factoring.
The student and I reviewed his homework and focused on a short story that he was assigned in class. I helped him rework his response and explained why it was necessary to make changes. I assigned the student another homework assignment (to practice with last week's essay but format it differently) so that he can practice forming paragraphs.
