...in May of 2020, and I am now a Pre-K teacher at Mary Bray Elementary School in Mount Ephraim New Jersey. I have a dense background in early childhood and elementary education, as well as special education. I absolutely love everything English, given that I have a Bachelor of Arts in English! I am definitely a book worm, and love to dabble in poetry! In my free time, I love to read, watch scary movies,...
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...of writing (news, professional, evergreen, feature, etc.) and styles (AP, MLA, Chicago, etc.). I have lots of experience discussing, presenting, and writing about literature with others of all ages. I have a passion for language learning and have tutored in the French language and French literature. I have helped homeschool children and guided adult students through biological health science courses, such as anatomy and physiology, microbiology, parasitology, pathology, and more. I shadowed physicians at a...
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...As part of my biology degree, I gained a foundational understanding in general and organic chemistry, cell biology, statistics, developmental biology, and anatomy. I also love mentoring students on how to write organized, professional essays and papers in both STEM and humanities classes, and can proofread and edit any writing if you want me to. For younger students, I focus more on developing independent study skills that will take you all the way through middle...
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...my teaching career I have mastered teaching techniques to reach students with diverse backgrounds and abilities, and have developed effective classroom management techniques focusing on individual responsibility and community building. My process-oriented approach helps students develop the skills they need to be successful at any level. In addition, I have been active in all aspects of school life, including advisory programs, drafting school policies, developing curriculum scope and sequence, and mentoring new faculty members. Moreover,...
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...has worked with students of all ages. He holds a Masters in Classics from the University of Edinburgh and a Bachelors in Classical Literature and Language from McGill University. He will be pursuing a PhD in Latin literature. He is comfortable tutoring in a variety of areas including literature and history, but his expertise lies in the Latin language. He is happy to provide a quality, customized, one-on-one tutoring experience for students of all levels.
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...it delights me to see them realize their true potential, and all that they are capable of! I have over 15 years of experience working with students at the middle school, high school, college, and graduate levels. I hold teaching certification in English, Social Studies, Speech, and theatre, and have also taught Humanities and tutored ESL at the college level. I have a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Teaching as well as an ESL Certification....
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...degree and more than two years of tutoring and volunteer experience across English (reading and writing), Math, Physics, Business, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and more. I've worked with learners of all ages, from elementary through college, helping them build confidence while mastering their subjects. Many of my students have struggled with procrastination and feeling overwhelmed. I've found that the key is breaking down big tasks into manageable steps, building strong study habits, and offering...
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...5th-grade teacher specializing in English Language Arts (ELA) and Social Studies. I bring a wealth of expertise in the comprehensive and engaging Wit and Wisdom curriculum, which I have successfully implemented in my classroom. During my university years, I not only excelled academically but also had the privilege of assisting my fellow students in refining their papers, managing projects, and completing capstone projects. One of my key strengths as an educator is my enthusiasm for...
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I am a lover of history and learning. With this love, I am inspired and willing to help others find their own abilities within learning. I believe everyone is a genius, just in different ways.
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...or student requires a different approach, which I paint with a different brushstroke. Learning, thus, becomes fun and accessible. Seeing the success, confidence, independence and joy on my student's faces is priceless. I always assess my students full understanding on the task at hand then once I know what the students knows, don't know and required to know on any given subject; the goal becomes making their biggest weakness into there greatest strength. This process...
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...most often in English and writing-related subjects, I also enjoy tutoring the social sciences, including sociology and psychology. I love to make connections between the content we read and write today, and compare it to the great works of the past. I believe that students learn best when they are learning something they find exciting and engaging, and that is my priority as a tutor. You are guaranteed a fun session with me! When I...
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...am meant to impart more than just knowledge of a particular subject to my students; academic growth is only one part of a holistic education. Teachers should also be mentors to their students, fostering personal and ethical development both by example and through classroom interaction. I believe that education and guidance are indispensable factors in the growth of future generations and the development of a world inspired by integrity and personal responsibility.
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...or another since 1998: from college students at Ohio State University, to aspiring authors at private workshops around the country, to my five teen children as they pursue their academic ambitions and head off to university. I have a diverse background of expertise in all varieties of history, literature, creative writing, and the English language, as well as a sincere, caring teaching style that encourages students to confidently tackle problematic subjects. I encourage broad scope...
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...teacher. I have a Ph.D. in English Literature and a B.A. in English and Latin. I have taught at both the undergraduate and secondary level and have tutored middle school students as well. In addition to my experience as a teacher, I have also worked as a professional editor and writer. I love working with learners of all ages and ability levels and look forward to helping you develop, hone, and master new skills.
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...these things by subjecting them to constant evaluation, and its hard to enjoy school when everything we do in it is for a grade. When I teach, I aim to alleviate that pressure by helping students view reading, writing, and critical thinking less as tasks to be performed and more as natural, human means of expression and exploration. I would not have come to enjoy writing, literature, and the other humanities had my own teachers...
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Hello! My name is Viviane Ugalde, and I am currently a college student attending the University of Nevada-Reno. I am currently majoring in English with a Writing emphasis,while also minoring in Cinema and Film studies, in hopes of becoming a professional screenwriter. I am here to get you through that 3 page paper due tomorrow, or to help you understand that Shakespeare play that you find weird.
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...University of South Florida. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in Creative Writing, and a minor in Linguistics. My experience in tutoring lies in leading study groups for university courses, and facilitating growth with my peers through careful critiques of their written work. I am most passionate about English, Literature, and language, and I love learning about different dialects. I want to pass on my love of learning to students,...
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...Statistics, and Conflict Transformation Studies. I am now enrolled as a student at Adler University working towards an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. As such, I tutor these subjects at the high school and college level (including AP and CLEP, where applicable): History (World, American, European), Literature, English Composition, Psychology, World/Western Civilization, general writing and essay composition, and other humanities subjects. I am also available to tutor GRE Verbal and GRE Analytical Writing. I...
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Waterloo Medieval Literature Tutoring FAQ
Whether you are majoring in history or literature, you will probably be required to have a working knowledge of various literary works that came out of the Middle Ages. Many works of medieval literature have had an important impact on European culture, and are still celebrated today. Whether you are someone who is studying medieval literature because you want to develop a greater understanding of the history, culture, and socio-political movements in the Middle Ages, or you need to pass an exam in your Western Civilization class, working with a private tutor can help you reach your academic goals.
Medieval literature can often appear similar to modern literature. Many literary devices have not changed drastically in hundreds of years, and a character's motivations are still extremely important to analyzing any piece of literature. Notwithstanding this, medieval literature can seem like it was written in a completely foreign language, oftentimes because it was, with dramatically different stylistic and compositional elements.
The concept of writing novels had not yet been invented in the Middle Ages, which means that medieval literature is almost entirely based on lengthy poems and plays. Even those have a very different feeling from modern poems and plays, with different rules and structures for how they were composed. The conventions of authorship were even radically changed between the Middle Ages and the present. On top of all this, the languages used in medieval literature have largely died out. The ones that bear even a small resemblance to modern languages, like Middle English or Middle French, have changed enough that they are not actually able to be read instantly by anyone fluent in their modern descendants. The library of works to be studied in a medieval literature class really is an entirely different beast than anything encountered in other literature classes.
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In order to succeed in your medieval literature course, you will need someone who is knowledgeable in the subject. Many of these tutors hold prestigious degrees in English, literature, or linguistics from some of the top institutions in the country. Tutors are educators who love studying and analyzing medieval literature from all angles. They are also devoted educators who have a passion for working with students and helping them reach their academic goals. Your medieval literature tutoring can be conducted in a one-on-one setting that allows you to focus on your specific strengths and weaknesses. Each medieval literature tutoring session can revolve around a specifically crafted curriculum developed just for you. There is no universal plan or teaching system, allowing your instructor to cater to the specific works and stylistic focuses of your particular studies and letting him or her develop custom approaches to the material that complement your learning style.
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Recent Waterloo Medieval Literature Tutoring Session Notes
The student had already completed most of an outline template for her persuasive essay. We completed the template and then worked on revising it, with a focus on the ways in which the outline predicts a specific structure and its parts. She is making progress towards visualizing structural components in a way that abets organization in her writing. She continues to make dramatic advances in the selection, implementation and development of details and examples.
The student read an extra 10 pages between classes and wrote notes about what happened. We continued reading together and read another 15 pages during class. She wrote notes about what happened during those pages, and as we read, we have been jotting notes down about each character introduced in anticipation for the essay due next week.
The student and I went over a personal narrative that he received. We talked about using more details in his writing and showing rather than telling. We then moved on to researching for his upcoming history project about banking.
Tonight, we made note cards for the student's vocabulary test tomorrow. Then I quizzed her over the (20) words. I also quizzed her over her science vocabulary. By the end of the session, she knew all of her vocabulary terms.
Completed all workbook examples and practices from a packet starting from lesson 3-12, has become very proficient and accurate at classifying sentences, slight concentration on adverbs vs. prepositions
During this session, I obtained a copy of the student's study guide for her upcoming exam in order to determine how to plan the next few sessions. Because the exam will include the parts of speech, I continued to tutor the student in this area. I inquired as to whether or not the student had any questions from the last session and then proceeded to cover adjectives and adverbs, which included knowing their functions and how to identify them. I also gave the student various practice sentences wherein she had to demonstrate her understanding of the subject matter. At the end of the session, the student told me that she felt better about her learning and understanding.
