...learning disabilities, and attention deficits. In addition to tutoring during the school year; I offer an elementary and math remediation program over the summer to support students that need the extra push to retain their skills and to help prepare for the next school year. I usually ask to have sessions for these students a...
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...helping each of my students to reach their full potential. I also have prior experience teaching students of a variety of ages both in the classroom and on a one-on-one basis. I completed my undergraduate degree in Middle Eastern Studies at Columbia University in May 2015. During the course of my studies, I taught English...
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...I'm a 28 year old professional based out of Chicago, IL. During the day, I work as a web developer for a San Francisco-based software company. My main technical skills include HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. I graduated from Northwestern University in 2012 with a BA in Communication Studies and a minor in English Literature. My...
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...small, low-income area, that my dreams and work ethic were supposed to be miniscule and subpar as well. Instilled in me at a very young age was that, "We are blessed to be a blessing" and I carry that quote with me everywhere I go. I grew to understand that giving back to others, whether...
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Hello! My name is Suvitha and I'm a student at the University of Georgia majoring in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology with a pre-med intent. My passions include writing, music, and science. I am beyond excited to be a Varsity Tutor and I am here to help you.
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...of all ages, whether learning for personal or academic reasons. I do my best to make my lessons engaging and interesting, helping you connect new information to your own areas of interest. I also have years of writing experience, and I can help you organize and polish your writing so that it sparkles, help you...
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...years in DC, she was rated "Highly Effective" based on instructional observations and student academic growth. Jessica also taught and volunteered for many years in the Dominican Republic and speaks Spanish. Jessica has taught K-5th grade (all elementary subjects), with an emphasis on literacy instruction. Most recently, Jessica was a literacy coach for teachers in...
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...for my school's weekly newspaper, which kept me busy at school until midnight most Thursdays. One such night, as I took a break outside, I considered that I might want to return one day as a teacher. So, I stored that thought in the recesses of my mind for a while. I entered college thinking...
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...I worked for a literary agency, have written for the digital publishing company, Shmoop Inc. and my first novel, Broken, won a silver medal from the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. Id be happy to discuss with you the subject/s you are interested in further developing, as well as your specific goals. Thank you, and...
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...purpose in life to help students with their communication skills. The foundation of this begins with writing. Students become strong writers through practice and through evaluation of the writings of others. This is one reason why reading is so important. If a student is able to read a text, evaluate it, and discuss his or...
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...aspiring journalist (https://antonliblog.wordpress.com for portfolio). I attended NYU, where I studied philosophy and was an assistant at the school's writing center, providing students with feedback and editing on their writing. I tutor a variety of subjects, including reading, writing, humanities, and math. I'd love to help you in any way that I can!
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Hello, my name is Chelsea and I can't wait to meet new students. I am passionate about the English language at all levels, from phonics to college level literature. If I can impart on my students an appreciation for reading and the beauty of the written word, I'll have done my job.
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...in order to learn. I am committed to preserving an accepting classroom environment that is constructive and safe. My strength is in working with people for whom the subject of English is a challenge and in building relationships with my students that allow them to be vulnerable enough to take risks. If you are ready...
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...translates over to how I connect with my students. It is of utmost importance to me that my students smile and laugh in my classroom and genuinely want to come to class. I will always go above and beyond for my students, as it is my passion to ensure that they all have a progressive...
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...my last year of my MA program, and tutored both in my MA program and for the Athletic Enhancement Center for my BA program! I've dealt with students across ages and levels of intellect, and I CANNOT WAIT to meet with you and help you work with English, Reading, Writing, or other related skills! Together,...
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...credit for working with the elementary and middle school ESL program in my school district. Having extensively studied language, I am interested in all aspects of reading, writing, and pronunciation. I also developed a deep interest and understanding of cultural history from studying in Costa Rica and Mexico. I am a professional writer and editor...
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...cares about our nation's youth. I have worked diligently for the past 5 years with students from all ages and backgrounds to help increase their prospects in and out of the classroom. I look forward to working with new students in the Treasure Valley area and helping them prepare for a brighter future.... Taking ownership of your learning is a great way to become more engaged in your learning, and, frankly, makes learning much more enjoyable....
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I love teaching, and I've been doing it my whole life. My favorite things to teach are ESL, English, and writing. I also can help you with politics, government, and more. I look forward to working with you!
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...3) serving as a summer teaching assistant in a College Admissions course for gifted high school students, and 4) volunteering by introducing low-income students to the college application process. My schedule currently allows me to be flexible in terms of times and locations for tutoring sessions, both in-person and online. Reach out to me for details!
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Drawing on your knowledge of numerous historical events, poetic forms, and literary genres that span several centuries may be difficult. As it concentrates on all of the aforementioned ideas in the context of poetry, prose, drama, and essays, American literature can be an overwhelming subject to face altogether. But first, what is American literature, exactly? American literature is the literature written or produced in the area of the United States and its preceding colonies. Whether you are preparing for an Advanced Placement exam or feeling apprehensive about a college seminar, Varsity Tutors can help you connect with an able and brilliant American literature instructor. These professional tutors can efficiently help you to make sense of the literary elements that confuse you by providing exceptional one-on-one tutoring.
The names Nathaniel Hawthorne, Edgar Allan Poe, Emily Dickinson, Herman Melville, Henry David Thoreau, and Ralph Waldo Emerson may all sound familiar. These men and women are just a few of the greatest authors and poets of all time, and the key people who have significantly impacted American literature. Their work can be seen in today's classrooms and is often worked into today's curriculum. Certainly, these are some of the public figures that you may be expected to analyze in an American literature class. Each author or poet brings to bear different experiences and historical perspectives with his or her works, which pose distinct challenges to readers. Whether you are having a hard time making sense of Henry David Thoreau's contemplative essays, Emily Dickinson's concise poems, Herman Melville's compelling novels, Edgar Allan Poe's mysterious tales, or Nathaniel Hawthorne's dense short stories, an experienced tutor can provide feedback and guidance. Each tutor's instruction is tailored to the specific aspects of American literature with which you struggle.
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Recent American Literature Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I edited an essay that she had started to write. The essay is an opinion piece on genomes that she based off of several articles provided in class. We re-worked the copy to better organize her writing and convey the argument that she was making. The student understood how to finish the essay. I'm certain that she will receive a good grade on the essay, and I hope that she feels more confident in her writing skills as we continue to work together.
Today, the student and I continued our work on a homework packet covering clauses, complex or compound sentences, and punctuation. The student continues to grasp new English concepts easily, and in our hour and a half, we finished nearly the entire packet. As part of the assignment was to supply proper punctuation for some of the sentences, we also took this opportunity to discuss the proper use of punctuation when separating independent clauses, including semi-colons, hyphens, and comma/conjunctions.
The student and I worked on his reading comprehension with story and poem worksheets. We also talked about his previous math test and the struggles he faced with the problems. I discovered that he struggles with some of the word problems of his math units and deciding where to start. We will try to begin working on how to conquer math problems and what steps to make first, no matter what the questions are asking.
During this session we focused on studying the student's vocabulary words. My goal was to teach him different ways to study his words. We talked about the words and their definitions, we made stories up to put the words into context. I also made him use the words in different forms, such as nouns, adverbs, etc. We also came up with a detailed study plan for the week.
We worked on an assignment due on 11/14: writing a paragraph answering questions about Flannery O'Connor's short story "The Life You Save May Be Your Own." The student said they read the story in class. We read it together and I asked her questions about the plot, characters, imagery and symbolism. She started working on her assignment just before the end of our session.
We discussed on revisions to the student's first draft of a persuasive essay. Points of focus included citation conventions and sentence-level editing. She developed and practiced strategies for MLA formatting of citations, identifying and repairing run-on sentences and establishing pronoun agreement.
