...particularly excited to help students with writing, critical reading, and SAT or ACT preparation. I had a strong support network of teachers and mentors throughout middle and high school, so I understand firsthand the importance of thoughtful, individualized educational enrichment. I seek to meet each student where they are in order to help them reach their greatest potential! When I'm not tutoring, you might find me performing improv comedy, playing saxophone, or trying to write...
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...I have worked with a variety of ages, ranging from elementary to high school, as well as with a wide range of students with learning and developmental disabilities. My goal is to build strong relationships with students and build up their confidence and endurance. I am a certified teaching assistant, currently working towards my masters in Special Education. I am also a certified DIR Floortime provider for students on the autism spectrum. My subjects of...
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I am a recent MA graduate from Washington University in St. Louis. I'm an effective communicator who thrives in both one-on-one and group settings, and as a teaching assistant, I have consistently been rated above both departmental and college-wide averages in every evaluation metric.
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...used minimal Spanish, only when it was necessary, and I believe that this truly pushed him to learn out of his comfort zone, and he eventually became much more comfortable and confident being surrounding by English, in addition to being able to better understand what was being asked of him in his classes. Once we reached this point, he was better equipped to prepare for the SAT (reading & writing sections), which we did using...
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...in Missoula, Montana, and graduated from University of Montana with a Bachelors of Art. Despite being born in the United States, I love Japan, travel abroad often, and I'm fluent in both Japanese and English. I use both fun and easy techniques to teach complex languages such as Japanese or English. Many instructors throw textbooks upon textbooks at the student, which makes you feel overwhelmed and in a lot of cases give up. Instead, I...
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...I have traveled extensively, tutoring children in Europe; adults looking to improve their English (as I am a certified ESL instructor); and private clients in Italy. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about teaching children Reading, English and Math. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my...
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...senior high school students both domestically and internationally and have developed English curricula for private, public, and nonprofit organizations. I have professional experience tutoring students in SAT and ACT Writing and Reading through Philadelphia's A-Plus Tutoring; I am certified to teach English as a Second Language through the Bridge Education Group; I have edited college admissions essays for several years; and I am enrolled in UC San Diego's Professional Copyediting certificate through their school of...
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...passionate about guiding students to reach their goals in middle and high school. I've tutored students my age or younger for the past six years and enjoy tutoring in a wide range of subjects, including standardized testing, English, social studies, and math. In my experience, high schools students are receptive of my tutoring and practice methods in both Math and English, and I've had success in allowing students to reach their goal scores. I do...
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I have four college degrees and two law licenses. I was an educator for many years before I became an attorney. I still love to tutor, teach, and facilitate learning.
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I have been an educator for fourteen years and have helped students from around the world. I have attended universities in multiple countries and have a passion for travel. I listen to my students' needs and cater to their learning styles. I specialize in History and English as a second language.
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...powerful tool that shapes how we understand and engage with the world, and by mastering it, students gain the ability to think critically and communicate meaningfully. In today's world, technological literacy is just as essential. Technology should be used not only for accessing information but for creative expression, collaboration, and innovation. My goal is to equip students with the skills to navigate both language and technology, empowering them to be effective communicators and adaptive learners...
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...In my classroom, I strive to create an engaging environment where all students feel heard and valued. My approach involves interactive discussions and tailored feedback, which helps students develop their critical thinking and express their ideas confidently. I enjoy adapting to the diverse needs of each student, making learning both enjoyable and effective. Joining Varsity Tutors is a thrilling opportunity for me to continue inspiring students and fostering a love of learning that lasts a...
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...experience teaching 1st grade, providing me with a strong foundation in early childhood education and an understanding of age-appropriate instructional strategies. I have also had the opportunity to work closely with children with selective mutism, fostering a patient and supportive environment to help them build confidence and communication skills. My goal is to create a personalized, encouraging, and effective learning experience for each student, meeting them where they are and helping them succeed. I am...
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...inclusive learning environment. With 7 years of experience in all core subjects. I strive to inspire students to reach their full potential by encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and a love for learning. I believe in making learning engaging and relevant, while also providing the support and guidance students need to succeed both academically and personally. My goal is to empower students to become lifelong learners and compassionate individuals who contribute positively to their communities.
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...been always my favourite subject. Its role as a global language and the language of diplomacy, culture and media only adds to its significance. However, what I find most compelling about English is its power to connect people across different cultures and perspectives. English is a language of self expression, creativity and critical thoughts. When I teach English, I'm not just imparting linguistic skills- I'm helping students to find their own voice, develop analytical skills...
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...educator with a Doctorate in Education specializing in Reading from Nova Southeastern University, I am passionate about unlocking each student's unique potential. With over 30 years of teaching experience, I have successfully guided learners in subjects ranging from beginning reading to graduate teacher certification exams.... and everything in between! My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to tackle challenges and achieve their goals. I believe in you, and...
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I'm currently a student at Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. I'm passionate about helping students excel in subjects and overcome their challenges. I enjoy teaching many subjects, but especially algebra and calculus. I myself am studying for the LSAT at the moment, and hope to one day be a lawyer!
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...become someone who loved sports and math? Am I really who I tell myself to be? Fear had been controlling me from a young age, shoveling away behaviors that would have been deemed as directing too much attention to myself, and thus drawing unwanted focus to mistakes made. I worked fervently to fit into the shell that others had created for me, as both they and I shied away from change. But I am immensely...
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...Spanish as a foreign language diploma from the ministry of education in Spain and have a 160 hour TEFL certificate. Currently, I am in my last semester at the University of West Florida for a master's degree in business administration (MBA) and have been applying to doctorate programs related to the field of educational technology. I have experience teaching students of all ages from 5 years old to 70 years old. I have taught English...
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Before we started this class, we had a little quiz on the vocabulary we have covered in last few classes. The student studied a lot at home. Thus I asked him to memorize just one page at one time and we will test it again next class. Then I introduced different sentence types, such as questions and negations, we will finish the sentences next class, then the rest of the time we will intensively practice what we have learned in class.
The student has a test tomorrow, so we went over the vocabulary for the test by playing Simon Says and practicing having conversations. He did really well and is well prepared for his test. I also went over the etymology of some of the characters to help him develop tricks for memorizing the characters. We talked about the three functions that a radical can play in a character (tell you what it sounds like, tell you what it means, do nothing) and practiced identifying the parts of characters.
The main two phrases we learned of today were "different" and "same". We learned different colors, different numbers, different animals and different shapes. We used different color to draw same animals on the paper and we used same colors to draw different shapes on the paper. A series of drawing activities like these gave us opportunities to say them in Chinese again and again. The student is smart and has an amazing memory.
Today we went through two sets of vocabulary from the student's school work, one was about the animals and the other was from previous vocabulary for reviewing. He learned and memorized the animals vocabulary very well and also we practiced the adjective, cute, by telling which animals were cute or not. And I also explained three characters that look alike as he couldn't differentiate them at the beginning.
The student learned a new lesson today, and she did really well. She did 65% of the reading on her own as well as she learned to write a few new Chinese characters.
The student and I went over the previous session's dialogue on date and time, and then we went over a new dialogue involving hobbies. We also reviewed basic sentence structures and various modifications of sentence structure, and we practiced a few grammar drills.