...next year. My areas of expertise are Political Science and Government, History, Writing, and ACT prep. I teach a weekly course to underserved youth for ACT prep and have done well personally on both the ACT and the LSAT. My philosophy is to guide you in your search to find the correct answers - not to give them to you. I am extremely goal-oriented, and I look forward to helping you achieve yours.
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I am a Mechanical Engineering student, and I have tutored elementary and middle school students since 5 years ago. I am most passionate about Physics and Math subjects. I believe that learning should be enjoyable inside and outside the classroom.
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After having been through the stresses of applying for colleges, grad schools, and other types of programs, to give back and ensure that you have the tools and skills necessary to reach your academic goals. I have taught and tutored a variety of core subjects for many years, and am happy to share knowledge and best practices for successful preparation!
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...and bass since 2008. I have taught beginner through advanced students of ages ranging from 7 years old through 75 years old. I enjoy teaching all that I have learned in my life as a musician and find teaching kids especially rewarding. They are the future! I currently perform jazz and gypsy jazz as well as blues/funk and rock. I am proficient in teaching theory and composition as well as ear training. Song structure and...
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...(vocal/instrumental) to all students K-12. I received my Bachelor's degree in Music Education from University of Delaware, and I have been a middle school General Music teacher for 3 years. I also have experience teaching private voice lessons, choir, and even toddler music classes! I am also passionate about working with young music education candidates working to pass the PRAXIS exam. This test is the last step on the way to becoming an educator, which...
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...style and goals. As a music tutor, I focus on theory, composition, ear training, and performance skills. Whether you're preparing for an exam, writing your own music, or trying to understand the deeper structure of what you play or hear, I aim to make music both understandable and inspiring. My teaching style is friendly, flexible, and student-centered. I believe learning should be engaging and confidence-building, and I strive to create a space where questions are...
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...bring over 2 years of tutoring experience across diverse subjects, including Algebra, Earth Science, and the arts. My teaching philosophy centers on listening to students and adapting my methods to meet their unique needs, fostering a supportive and engaging environment. I have worked extensively with K-12 students, as well as adults with special needs, allowing me to develop a versatile approach to instruction. Beyond academics, I am enthusiastic about integrating creativity into learning, whether through...
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Life is like music. With proper technique and daily practice there's nothing you can't do. My favorite thing about science and math is the ability to solve a problem in radically different ways to achieve the same result. There's some way to make sense of it all for everyone! My goal is to find out what makes sense for you!
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...an optics lab, having published a couple papers during that time. The coursework in physics is an extensive overview of many mathematical topics, including algebra, geometry, and calculus (multi-variable or vector). A strong intuition of maths and the language used to describe physical phenomena is something I have gained in my studies, and lends itself well to teaching these topics to others. In addition, I also teach the classical guitar privately and in several private...
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...capable to learn. I believe that every student deserves a fair chance and deserves an education for their entire lives. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English with a Creative Writing emphsis and minors in Writing and Literature. I have my Master of Arts in Teaching and am a certified Reading Specialist. I love helping students engage with and find the joy in learning! I love reading, writing, playing/writing music, watching movies, Star Wars,...
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...Rai in Manhattan NY. In Jazz, he has many recordings and videos for fans and students to watch and listen to his works. He has performed and recorded with Jazz Master Stanley Turrentine, and Fusion Masters: Kenny Kirkland, Gerry Brown, L. Shankar, Fernando Saunders, Tony "Thunder" Smith, Delmar Brown and many more! As an educator he has taught countless students from beginners to advanced conservatory levels in the following areas: Guitar, Violin, Bass Guitar, Ukulele,...
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...name is Nick, I'm an adult student at Towson University, and I'm studying to be an English teacher. I'm a firm believer that everyone can enjoy reading and writing, and each person writes and learns differently which I believe to be the beauty of English and part of why I want to teach it. When I was younger I was a student who struggled immensely, but the truth is I found the passion for it,...
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...received my BS degree in Applied and Computational Mathematics from the Caltech and am currently pursuing an MA in Jazz Composition at the Berklee College of Music. I have been tutoring a wide range of subjects since tutoring, including STEM, music, and SAT/ACT. I enjoy working with students of all levels and appreciate that every student has a different learning style. My teaching style is warm and compassionate, and I strongly believes in working alongside...
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...kinds since then. I've been in many bands from garage rock ,metal, pop,rock and jazz and performed doing solo work as well and recording. Now I want to pay all the experience and joy that the guitar has given forward. I cannot say this enough . I love the guitar and love music and love teaching. Guitar is contagious in all the ways that are good. I'm know my students will get the spark ,...
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Hello! My name is Jack Allison, and I'm a first-year teacher in Philadelphia. I graduated from UPenn in 2020 with a degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, a minor in French & Francophone studies, and spent a summer mastering French in Paris. In my free time, I like to read, play video games, and play guitar. I'm looking for any potential students who prefer excited and energetic teachers. Looking forward to talking soon!
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I have been in public education for almost 20 years, and can't see myself ever doing anything other than working with students. I obtained my Bachelors through Alabama, Masters through West Alabama, and doctorate through Sam Houston State.I love working with people in areas where they struggle and seeing them succeed. Outside of education, I love sports and traveling with my family. I can tutor English, history, education, sociology, social sciences, religion, and many more.
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I am a recent graduate from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in cognitive neuroscience. I have been accepted to medical school and will be starting next fall. In other words, I've had my share of standardized testing. I hope to make life easier for students struggling to overcome these hurdles, and maybe spark some enjoyment of learning along the way!
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...versatility as an educator. After my naval service, I transitioned into software development, becoming an early specialist in electronic data interchange (EDI). During my 20+ year technology career, I regularly created and delivered presentations to both business stakeholders and technical teams, developing a keen ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences. This experience has proven invaluable in my teaching approach, allowing me to break down complicated subjects into manageable, understandable components. As a college...
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...I completed a variety of science and math courses. Additionally, I have published and presented in scholarly, peer-reviewed platforms. I have done pre-med student observations in cardiac and cardiothoracic surgery at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Johns Hopkins Hospital. I enjoy teaching and tutoring students of all levels from K-12 to college. I am an experienced and effective tutor with special interests in Spanish and French, the arts, cultures, math, science, English composition, and reading. I believe...
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Learning to play guitar is a fairly fluid process but there are many things to learn. A guitar tutor must find what level the student is at and understand the type of guitar playing they are most interested in. Varsity Tutors can connect you with a guitar tutor who can provide a proper amount of practice and help you work on improving your technique and abilities.
Guitar tutoring can focus on many topics, including:
The parts of a guitar
Holding a guitar properly
Fretboard notes
Chords
Scales
Solos
Improvising
Rhythm
Learning the guitar can be very exciting, but requires a lot of practice. You must follow through with activities even when not with your tutor, but a tutor can be not just a teacher but also someone to play along with. Lessons can first be organized around explaining the parts of the guitar, so you understand what the fretboard, sound hole, tuners, and saddle do. Beginning in standard tuning, your tutor can show you the notes on each string and how to identify them as you play and move from fret to fret and string to string.
If you are ready to work with chords, your tutor may structure lessons around open chords or power chords. They can move on to barre chords if you're ready. When it comes to guitar tutoring, there are many levels of learning, and a tutor can move through them depending on your pace and style of learning. You can receive help with soloing along with various techniques such as bends and alternate picking.
Improvisation and song creation are a big part of being a guitar player. Your tutor can provide invaluable practice and suggestions in terms of rhythm, strumming, and picking. Whatever you're learning, there's not usually an obvious way to teach guitar. That's why a personal tutor can be so beneficial. Individualized help can focus on the topics you need the most work in, and on developing the confidence to continue moving forward.
There are different types of guitar lessons. They may be text, graphical, or video based. Guitar tutoring can be a flexible and exciting experience. If you're fascinated and motivated, Varsity Tutors can connect you with a qualified instructor so your search for "guitar tutoring near me" is complete. We can also set you up on a Live Learning Platform, so you can use a mobile device to conduct digital study sessions. To learn more, contact us today!
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