As an educator is it important to get to know each and every student. Creating fun and engaging lesson plans based on their interests, and needs will help students achieve their goals. I believe in modeling and guiding students through their weaknesses will allow students to become more comfortable when working independently. I am currently an elementary teacher, as well as a summer school teacher. I have tutored /taught students from incoming kindergarten to 6th...
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...U.S. History, College English, Handwriting, High School Level American History, and High School Writing. My teaching philosophy centers on demystifying complex subjects, particularly research and writing, to empower students and foster their academic confidence. I believe that studying history is essential to grasping our present, and I strive to make it engaging for my students. My background as a librarian has equipped me with the skills to support learners of all ages, helping them navigate...
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Hello, fellow learners! I am a third-year pre-medical student, majoring in Biology with a Chemistry minor. I'm ready to help anyone reach a higher understanding in their educational journeys.
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...Learners! My name is Alex. I am an avid writer at heart and am in the process of writing my own book. I'm here to help with English writing and reading. I have some skills in math and am not scared to pull out a calculator and crunch with you! I think that tutoring and giving back is so important because I had tutors growing up and they were life savers. Glad you are here...
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I love working with young adults to approve their reading, writing, communication, and professional skills. I have my MBA in Marketing so that is another area of study I am passionate about.
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...includes years of working with consultants from Ivy League's Columbia University Teachers College in the subjects of Reading and Writing. Having relocated in 2016, I now teach literacy in elementary school for one of the the highest rated districts in Tennessee. I have also taught online students in all subjects since 2012. I have assessments and materials available to make sure I meet your child where he or she is, and understand his or her...
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As a college graduate, I look forward to enhance the learning experience of students through tutoring. Academic success and excellence are goals that should be supported, and together we can achieve them, one step at a time.
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I am an Elementary Education and Mathematics major at The College of New Jersey. I am working towards my Bachelors Degree to teach Grades K-6 and to be certified to teach Mathematics in Grades K-12, and English in Grades K-8. I have worked at an after-school program, a summer day camp, and have had experience observing and teaching in multiple classrooms. I have always been passionate about helping students reach their goals and I believe...
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...to tutor all the way through college, working with middle school and high school students. Through those years of my learning, I also have spent numerous hours volunteering through many organizations, including Habitat for Humanity, Society of Women in Engineering, and Circle K. Some of my favorite experiences were helping students with homework in after-school programs. Being able to make a difference in other's lives was a great feeling for me. The subjects of my...
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...teacher enabling students to have those feelings of pride and success. I believe that every pupil matters and I plan accordingly for every individual student. I am able to teach to any exam criteria or just to improve skills for work or personal development. I specialize in all aspects of English, both written and oral. I believe that learning should be an enjoyable experience. This is true whether you are 10 years old right up...
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...Middle School English, Reading, and Phonics. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to explore their creativity and develop their reading and writing skills. I believe that every student has unique potential, and I strive to connect with them through engaging and personalized lessons. My goal is to inspire a love for reading and writing while helping students achieve their academic success. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading...
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...or intimidating, so I work hard to create a safe and encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and growing. My goal is always to meet each student where they are, listen to their needs, and adapt my teaching style to support their unique learning process. Tutoring is more than just reviewing homework or preparing for examsit's about building confidence, fostering curiosity, and helping students realize their full potential. I bring energy,...
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...to success in their Computer, Chemistry, Math, Statistics, and other STEM courses, I bring a personalized approach that respects each learner's unique path. For parents, I offer the assurance of a nurturing, supportive environment where your child's academic growth is paired with building confidence and a love for learning. For students, our sessions will be interactive, engaging, and tailored to make complex concepts clear and exciting. Together, we will embark on a journey that celebrates...
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...be people that have more talent than you, but there's no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do." --Derek Jeter I truly believe there is no reason a person cannot succeed because the only obstacle that stands in your way is yourself. Everyone is out here worrying about whether the glass if half empty or half full when the only thing that truly matters is whether it's refillable! Fill it as needed to...
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I am a life long learner dedicated and enthusiastic about engaging, motivating and inspiring students to learn and understand the challenges they encounter. My experience is working with elementary and middle school students addressing math, reading comprehension, and writing.
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My passion and goal is to provide students with academic success in an engaging way. I have been a kindergarten teacher since March of 2015. I am currently on tenure track for the Elmont Public School District. While teaching, I differentiate my activities. I use different modalities of instruction to fit the students' needs.
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...of tutoring experience, I specialize in English, such as creative writing and essay editing. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive learning environment where students feel confident to explore and express their ideas. I am passionate about helping students succeed academically and personally, using tailored approaches that cater to individual learning styles. In my free time, I enjoy reading and exploring new languages, which further enriches my understanding of diverse perspectives and enhances my...
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My name is Shoshanna. I have been teaching for about 6 years with a variety of ages. I have my masters in ese k-12th grade. ... Through thinking independently by acting like a crutch in the beginning and slowly wheeling off, until they can think independently.
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...Integrative Studies, I took several leadership, self development, and research methods courses which have helped me excel in these subjects and become a competitive academic writer & editor. I enjoy customizing material for my students & helping them not only master content, but optimize their performance in their courses with new study methods and resources. My studies & knowledge of earth & environmental sciences have inspired me to conduct independent research and become a certified...
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Handwriting Tutoring FAQ
As the modern world becomes increasingly reliant on computing and smartphones, the art of handwriting seems to be disappearing. Many students now learn to type with much more skill than they have when writing with pen and paper. However, no matter how much these things change with technology, there will continue to be many environments in which good handwriting is necessary for interpersonal communication. Whether you are the parent of a child who is just learning to write in print or cursive script, or an adult with less-than-perfect handwriting, you should consider contacting Varsity Tutors about personal, professional handwriting tutoring today.
For the young student learning to write, it is often difficult to coordinate the more passive ability to read a language with the active work of writing in it. While it is necessary to teach all of the grammar and syntax needed in writing, it is likewise necessary to practice the techniques that make for flowing and legible penmanship. Both in print and cursive writing, careful muscle memory techniques should be developed in order to form long-lasting habits that can benefit your child for the rest of his or her life. Instead of letting him or her develop bad habits early on, provide them with a patient and trained handwriting tutor who can help them work through the exercises necessary for achieving beautiful handwriting today.
When you get in touch with Varsity Tutors, you can speak with an educational director to craft a student profile. This allows potential handwriting tutors to view your child's specific needs, including any goals that may be set for them, their current skill level, and the type of handwriting they should be developing through the individualized tutoring. When you hear from a potential tutor, you can discuss your child's needs on a more thorough level to ensure that you are selecting the ideal handwriting tutor for your child. In addition, you are free to create a student profile for yourself if you are also seeking handwriting tutoring.
Upon selecting the tutor, you will work alongside them to create a personal lesson plan that will allow the tutor to track your process through each tutoring session. If you have a specific goal, such as learning cursive or even calligraphy, you can let the tutor know, so they can adjust the lesson plan to reflect this goal. They provide instant feedback to prevent the development of bad writing habits, while teaching your child important skills to allow them to write while they think simultaneously.
The quality of our handwriting remains an important factor in the first judgments that people form about our self-presentation. Therefore, it is important for a young child to learn to use good handwriting from the earliest period of practicing penmanship. Likewise, it is important even for an adult to cultivate excellent handwriting in order to maintain an impressive mode of self-presentation. If your handwriting could use some improvement, you should consider contacting Varsity Tutors today to find the directed help that can assist you in rectifying some of your manual habits and muscular memories. With a carefully crafted set of exercises that are customized to meet your particular needs, your tutor can help you quickly improve your handwriting.
Whether for adults or for children, handwriting tutoring is best provided by an instructor who knows the most effective exercises to employ that cater to your specific strengths and weaknesses. Let Varsity Tutors help you connect with such a tutor to help you or your child achieve handwriting success! Contact Varsity Tutors today to connect with the handwriting tutoring options available in your area, or to arrange for face-to-face online tutoring through our live learning platform.
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Recent Handwriting Tutoring Session Notes
When we first sat down, the student asked me to look over the work she had done so far on her practice test. I determined that she has a strong grasp of how to perform operations since everything she had done on the problems I checked was correct; however, several problems were not complete. She knows HOW to do things; she just was unclear in some cases about WHAT to do. We then examined simplifying rational expressions, solving rational equations, and graphing rational functions. Over the course of the hour, she came to realize which steps were missing. I believe she is prepared for her test.
The student had his big project on a "tale" to work on. He had picked a book from the library on the legend of Hannuman. We picked up reading the book from where he left off the day before with his other tutor. After we read, we talked through the different parts of the project he had to do, and I had him work on the majority of the writing that had to happen: writing the title, the author's name, a summary, etc. This took just about all our time, and the other tutor was coming the next afternoon to help work on this assignment as well, so we stopped after getting the summary done. The student did great work even though we went a little over time and it was challenging for him!
I met with the student today to go over the review for her final that she has on Friday. The material focused on different concepts of mechanical physics - forces, velocity, acceleration, friction, vectors, and springs.
The student had a good understanding of the concepts, and was able to draw the diagrams for the question well. She just needed some help applying the proper formula to the right situation.
The student and I continued doing problems from all sections of the ISEE. He is doing really well. We focused particularly on basic algebra, graphing polygons in the coordinate plane, and the distributive property. He is very quick to pick up new concepts. For our next session, he is going to do an essay prompt to see where he is in his writing.
The student has a test this week in Biology on the history of Earth. We read through some of the chapters discussing how scientists are able to determine when certain organisms were present on Earth, the Eras and periods of Earth's history and what things happened in each. She will need to review this information again prior to her test and plans to make flashcards with definitions.
