...adjunct professor for a small private regional university and teach in the area of government and management. I have a masters degree in public policy from the University of Northern Iowa and a masters degree in business administration from Texas A&M. I also hold a bachelors degree in political science. I have worked in the public and non-profits sectors for the majority of my professional life, mostly in city government and community development.... To teach the...
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...to improve their writing in both form and content. I worked with a summer bridge program that prepares high school juniors and seniors for their transition to college. I also worked as a special assignment mentor to provide scholastic support for middle school students. I am extremely passionate about education and I always try to pass that passion on to my students. In order to do so, I practice what I consider to be a...
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...learning (some may say that I am a nerd!) and strongly believe in learning because one genuinely desires to become knowledgable in the subject, rather than studying to master an exam. It is my utmost desire to watch my students grow and excel. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, dancing, and playing the violin, as well as watching netflix and hanging out with my friends. My favorite color is blue, my favorite food is...
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...with, I am confident that together we can uncover new perspectives and learning strategies that will reinvigorate your relationship to the material and improve your grades dramatically. Sometimes all that is necessary for an academic breakthrough is seeing old material from a new vantage point! I know the importance of developing a strong and functional rapport with students. During my time as a Substitute Teacher and as a one-on-one Guitar Instructor, I have learned techniques...
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...their educational goals. Whatever the task, no matter how long it takes, I will make sure you get the most out of your sessions and will tailor my personal approach to whatever you need. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college students for five years. As an Ivy League graduate, I know what it takes to succeed in a highly competitive academic environment and can help you succeed as well!
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...is no "right approach" to tutoring. Rather, I try to meet students where they are, and find ways to help them accomplish whatever goals they have in mind, be it an SAT score, a better writing style, or a new approach to studying history. I have helped hundreds of students with SAT preparation, and have worked both around the United States and internationally as a private tutor and college counselor, so I am familiar with...
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...State, and have spent significant amounts of time in the South and in the Northeast, where I currently reside. I have a Masters in 20th Century American History from the University of Connecticut, a Bachelors of Science in Political Science and History (with honors), and I am currently working on a Masters in Business Administration, which should be completed by Summer 2018. I have taught four history courses at the college level, and I currently...
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...in Criminology and Justice Studies at The College of New Jersey. I minored in French and have been studying and learning the language since I was a child. Another strength of mine is paper and essay writing - I loved it when professors would assign a term paper instead of an exam as our midterm or final! I think college entrance essays, particularly, can be overwhelming and stressful to the student. I believe that by...
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...and obtained Master's degrees in History and in Education from Montana State University and Elms College. I have seven years of experience teaching American History to high school students in Springfield, Massachusetts, and previously worked as an adjunct professor in Montana. I tutor American and world history primarily, and my academic interests include music history, political science, civics, and philosophy. My core belief about teaching prioritizes learning the goals and academic background of the student...
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...pursuit of the same. During my 33+ years of practicing law, I taught paralegal studies at Killian College in Sioux Falls, SD. I have also taught a large number of seminars to other lawyers throughout the years. Throughout my own school years, I would tutor students from time to time. I enjoy working with student of all ages. I believe I have an exceptional ability to make learning fun and exciting. I have successfully tutored...
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...skills in social studies by bringing history to life through engaging narratives. With a Bachelor's degree in History from N.C. State and a Master of Divinity from Campbell University, I specialize in a wide range of subjects, including AP U.S. History, AP World History, AP US Government and World Religions. My teaching philosophy centers on meeting students where they are in their academic journey, fostering a supportive environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking. I...
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I am a writer and creative individual with a huge passion for teaching! I have a background in the arts, with a major in Drama from Vassar College. I also studied history and creative writing, and am passionate about teaching these subjects.
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...all subject areas, but most targeted for students that have learning differences. My philosophy on education is that all students can grow and learn, but how they grow and learn might look different from the kid sitting next to them. I enjoy building upon students strengths and understanding students desires for life, even at the youngest ages. I have experience with all kinds of disabilities and students with learning differences. I believe in fostering independence...
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Passionate and dedicated educator with an endorsement in Secondary Social Studies. Enthusiastic about history and government and motivated to educate future generations about our past, present, and future. Focused on effective lesson planning, encouraging active learning, effective assessment and meaningful learning. Empathetic leader focused on equity, patience, and understanding.
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Hello! My name is Krisma. I am a certifiied teacher who loves helping students succeed. My job is to help you make connections and understand subject areas that you may struggle with. I am a firm believer that different people learn different ways. Once I get to know you and learn your learning style; I can better help you to obtain your educational goals. I look forward to helping you succeed!
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I am a proud graduate of Florida State University ( where I received my Bachelor's in Political Science and Sociology ) . I am also a graduate of St. Thomas University where I received my master's of Business Administration. I have been an educator for 10 years teaching all core subjects . I enjoy being a part of the puzzle that makes children lifelong learners .
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...and help you grow as a student or professional! I was a tutor in college and love to find ways to apply the material to real life. I feel like making what you are studying applicable helps you understand what you are trying to learn. It also makes it fun because it makes it more real instead of just reading it on a textbook page. I was also recently a TA/graduate assistant and took that...
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...year I graduated high school) through the Archipelago Project, an international music education program for grades 6-12, and went on to work as an in-home tutor while studying abroad in Valparaiso, Chile. Now, I live jointly in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Lisbon, Portugal where I tutor and teach remotely and in-person. I am passionate about learning, teaching, music, and painting. I am currently pursuing a masters of Pedagogy at the University of Lisbon. If you...
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...I'm in the final stages of completing a widely distributed book based on that work. My academic background includes my first degrees - a Bachelor's studying Political Science and History, my graduate studies were in Economics and Economic Development. Professionally, I've worked at the intersection of politics, policy, media, and educationas a strategist, campaign manager, lobbyist, consultant, special projects advisor, and public servant. A consistent thread throughout my career has been growthnot just for its own...
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I am an educator who loves to help students understand concepts whether it is math, reading, social studies, science, fitness, or test prep, etc. My background has afforded me the opportunity to pursue degrees and certificates in all different areas of interest and relevant areas to my work as a curriculum designer and reading specialist.
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Recent Oshawa Civics Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I looked up terms and finished four essay questions in preparation for her AP exam. We then briefly went over the normal bell curve and the percentages that fall within each standard deviation.
Because the student is preparing for the psychology test, she asked for help while going over the concepts of behaviorism. She felt that her teacher was unclear in class and wanted clarification on concepts ranging over two chapters. The student and I went over each concept slowly and I explained them in both theoretical ways and then again using examples from either experimental literature (mostly animal studies that I had read) or from the "real world." After I was done explaining the concepts, I asked the student to explain them back to me, to relate them to each other, and to provide her own examples of the concepts.
The student and I finished revising the first sections of the clinical competency for her doctoral dissertation by outlining the ways in which her clinical practice is pastoral in nature. After that, we talked briefly about which sections could be kept from the original draft, and then we discussed our plan moving forward.
The student still hasn't gotten her first exam back. She reports that it was easier to focus during lecture and absorb material after reading first, so we had another reading day. We finished Chapter 3 from (Neuroscience & Behavior) and moved on to Chapter 6 (Learning) since it's up next on the syllabus.
Today the student and I went over the chapters she will be tested on tomorrow. We went through how to best approach the material not only to understand it, but to sift through all of the dense information for main ideas. By using strategies common in the study of psychology (and many subjects in general) such as revisiting the information several times, writing your own test and quiz questions, relating the chapter to previously learned materials, and finding examples in your own life, I think she will have a better grasp of the chapter and be able to perform better on her quizzes. During the session we picked out the chapter focus questions and skimmed the chapter itself to make notes on these questions. Towards the end of the session I also went over a writing assignment that she recently handed in. I gave her some formatting ideas and how she could expand her arguments.
