I am a great tutor because I address the content differently than it is explained from the book, in school and online. I believe every student can learn and is capable of understanding the most complex material if it is taught in the way a student learns. I love raising animals, sports and reading.... Every student can be successful!... Ask questions about how the student learns and which subjects are easier than others.... Encourage and motivate...
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...is Chelsea Dodd. I have enjoyed teaching in Prince George's County Public School System for 6 years. I had the opportunity to work at both ends of the proverbial elementary spectrum. In fourth grade, I taught 9-and-10-year-olds science and math and as a kindergarten teacher I focused mostly on teaching children to read and basic mathematics. These very different experiences have provided me with a deeper, more meaningful understanding of what students need to be...
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...of constructive, learning. dialogue based learning and Socratic method. I am committed to continuous development and staying up to date with latest educational trends. My diverse qualifications and extensive experience enables me to cater to the varied learning needs of students, ensuring they achieve their academic goals. In my spare time, I enjoy reading thriller novels, traveling especially by trains, glass painting, experimenting and trying out new things such as a new make-up look or...
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...a teacher at Bergen County Technical High School. I have been a teacher for 9 years, with 6 of those being at Bergen Tech. I have a passion for teaching and helping students, and a passion for Biology and Nutrition! The courses I teach are Biology Honors, AP Biology, and Nutrition. When I was a student, I felt like I had no teachers who were able to support me. That made me want to be...
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...be their best. I work hard to get to know my students so that I can tailor my approaches to specific needs and personality traits. I also try to create an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions. This is when a lot of the fun happens! My hobbies include reading, running, spending time at the beach, and hanging out with my kids. I have run multiple half marathons and marathons, including the Boston Marathon.
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Hi there! I am a current third-year undergraduate student at UGA majoring in Exercise and Sport Science. I hope to help improve your math/science skills by providing you some extra practice on skills you struggle with, and a new perspective to understand those concepts. I will go to great lengths to help you and look forward to meeting you!
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...ones. One of the techniques that I teach my students is how to use that everyday "useless" trivia, and apply it to what they NEED to remember. I have a wealth of knowledge that I would love to share with my students, especially about the sciences. But, at the end of the day, I want to see my students succeed and be self-sufficient so that the only teacher they will need is themselves.... Learning, like all...
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...in tutoring began when I was in the college of education. While there, I started tutoring to get the required hours for classes. It started out as fulfilling a requirement, but I ended falling in love with the whole individualized learning process. Through that experience I ended up tutoring a variety of different subjects anything from reading to GED, but overall my passion is strongly with STEM classes. After spending some time in the classroom...
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I love to learn and find joy in helping others learn as well! As a former Middle and High school counselor I enjoy working with all ages from kindergarten through graduate school. Learning new things helps us to grow in many different ways. Learning as a team while working together helps both people learn from one another. I always want learning to be fun!
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...an intensive program that combines class with clinical experience. I am excited to continue my education and work with children in the future as well. While I tutor an extensive range of subjects, I am most passionate about math and science. Specifically earth science, biology, anatomy, algebra, chemistry, and geometry are some of my favorites. I believe education is the key to success for so many children and I would love nothing more than to...
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...an autonomous practitioner as well as continue to assist others with comprehension of various bouts of information. In addition to PT, my other passion is helping others, whether it be physically, or in this case educationally. I like the challenge when someone has difficulty understanding something, trying to associate the concept to something else. In doing so, I provide the catalyst between the student and the information. There are always multiple ways to get to...
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...ice hockey, skiing and backpacking. I got into tutoring because I used to struggle with studies myself. I now enjoy both learning and teaching thanks to several amazing professors who not only taught me their subject but also taught me how to learn, how to use my unique manner of thinking to my advantage and made a huge difference in my education. I would really like the opportunity to pay them back by passing on...
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...a graduate of The University of Florida. I receive my Bachelor of Science in Sport Management with a focus on Business Administration. Following my studies I continued my education by completing pre-medicine coursework, as well as studying visual arts which led to teaching Physical Education KG-12, Art K-8 and Mathematics 9-12 in Florida and Cairo, Egypt. I am passionate about learning, and believe education may only enhance your life when applied intentionally. I tutor to...
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...the motto of my alma mater, Illinois State University. I earned my Bachelor's in English and taught for a few years before returning for a Master's in Education. Although I taught students at the secondary level for a long time, I wasn't always a teacher. I was also a writer for newspapers and syndicated magazines. One of my treasured opportunities included collaborating with a mystery novelist to promote one of her books back in 2005.
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Hi! My name is Robyn and I am a sophomore at University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA! I am majoring in Health and Human Physiology on the Pre-PA track. I would love to help you with school and be your tutor! I will make sure to break things down to a level that is understandable and will help you remember the material for exams. I am so excited to be your tutor!
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I understand the value of team work and believe there are multiple approaches to finding success. Not all materials are easily understood, but a strong and consistent work ethic is key to solving life's challenges.
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...confidence that will help them academically and/or artistically, and more broadly in their lives. I offer knowledge, experience, supportive challenge, and the mentorship students need to achieve their goals and potential. I encourage my students to "make it their own" by nurturing a feeling of ownership and accountability in the learning process. I feel it is important to have integrity and "walk the walk" as a teacher; thus I am committed to my own ongoing...
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...a Master's Degree in Physical Education and her Personal Training Certification. She is a former au pair and nanny who loves to tutor any subject, especially foreign languages! Meg has been a substitute teacher for nearly 7 years and she enjoys helping students achieve their very best. Her teaching style is unique, listening and positive feedback being its main components. Outside of the tutoring classroom, Meg enjoys snowboarding, soccer, running and reading. She loves to...
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...from Utah State University with a degree in Family and and Consumer Science. I have been passionate about families and have a nine children of my own. I have homeschooled them and love watching them learn and grow in so many ways. I am excited to help other younger children(elementary age) to grow in their education as well. I love to help children read, write, and with simple math. I have lots of experience with...
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Nutrition Tutoring FAQ
Upon first glance, the study of nutrition may appear to simply be an assessment of the foods that we choose to ingest. With a bit more digging, however, the field becomes infinitely more complex. Nutrition is the study not only of consumption, but of the effects of the various products and foods we consume. The chemical compounds that we ingest form the basis for every single biological process and reaction that occurs in the human body. From muscle growth to neural signaling to the plethora of diseases and disorders that can occur in the human body, nutrition plays a role in every molecular interaction in human pathology and physiology. All of these facts can seem difficult to master on your own, but a nutrition tutor has been through this before, and can help you conquer the topics that are most challenging to you.
When you begin to develop an understanding of the true depth of nutritional education, it can quickly become overwhelming. Statements about what is good or bad for you begin to lose meaning when you investigate the variety of roles and processes influenced by individual molecules. In most cases, nutrients can have both positive and negative impacts on different bodily systems and, as always, can be harmful when consumed in large amounts. Furthermore, different chemical nutrients will affect the body in different ways. Someone seeking advice about how to lose weight will need a very different approach from someone who is seeking to build muscle, and both of these individuals would need different advice in seeking the best diet to support the body while it combats muscular dystrophy.
Beyond the molecular interactions associated with nutrition, students will be expected to learn the results and symptoms of various deficiencies and disorders as they relate to an individual's diet, adding even further complexity to the field. If you find yourself drowning in the dizzying amount of information presented in your nutrition studies, Varsity Tutors may be able to help. We can help you connect with premier nutrition tutoring throughout the United States, and our educational directors can help you find an instructor who best fits your particular needs. Whether you are investigating the efficacy of vitamin C consumption to boost the immune system or simply need to better understand the effects of LDL cholesterol levels on the circulatory system, your nutrition tutor can work with you to develop a comprehensive understanding of the concepts most prevalent in your course or research. There are many topics to cover, so your tutor will address any that you need help with. These instructors have demonstrated proficiency in nutritional coursework and have also proven to be able communicators, well-versed in multiple methods of instruction. The one-on-one nature of your nutrition tutoring allows you to collaborate with your tutor to tailor your educational approach. You can help dictate your lesson plans and the method in which material is presented, helping to make your sessions as effective as possible.
Better yet, your tutoring sessions can be established around your schedule. Is your day filled with classes, work, and other commitments? Not a problem. Your tutor is flexible and can set up appointments in the evenings or on weekends. Nutrition tutoring is available in the comfort of your own home, or you can meet at another convenient destination, such as the local library or coffee shop. You can even request face-to-face online sessions using our live learning platform. If you are interested in more information about the advantages of effective and convenient nutrition tutoring, contact Varsity Tutors' educational directors today! We can connect you with qualified, independent nutrition tutors.
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Recent Nutrition Tutoring Session Notes
Reviewed general nutrition topics, plus digestion. Also compared foods to determine which was healthier. Made a flowchart and some review questions to be used as further practice. Going to try to wrap up the nutrition chapter in two more sessions.
Met the student for our first tutoring session. He has started a new major and is a senior. We talked about what his goals are for this new major. We discussed how the class is organized, his progress so far in the class, and what he feels he struggles with the most. We also discussed his weekly schedule and study/reading time. The next test the student is studying for begins with Chapter 10 and the use of nutrients for energy production. We reviewed the chapter and discussed nutrients used as fuel, and also the importance of vitamins and minerals as catalysts to energy production. I outlined a strategy for the student to use to better understand the material prior to his next class and our next tutoring session. The student is polite and wants to learn the material. He will get information on extra credit opportunities as soon as possible and provide me with a copy of the syllabus and the instructor's PowerPoint slides at our next session.
We covered an overview of glycogenolysis, gluconeogenesis, glycogenesis, Ph balance, respiratory acidosis and alkalosis, and metabolic acidosis and alkalosis. We discussed how pH balance has effects upon glucose metabolism and what those effects were. I explained how the acidic byproducts of cellular respiration signal the liver to begin glycogenolysis so that the heart and brain are supplied with adequate glucose during exertion. We implemented our lesson on the Krebs cycle into the understanding of human physiology at a macro-system level. We briefly discussed buffer systems and introduced protein metabolism, which will be covered in further detail in the next lesson. The student's understanding of both cell respiration and glucose metabolism independently of each other is well grounded. Focus for future sessions will be on integrating concepts for better globalized subject knowledge.
We covered a clinical case on total parenteral nutrition. We completed the calculations of providing appropriate nutrition to patients with short bowel syndrome. We started the ADIME note but will complete it for our next session. The first 5-10 minutes of our next session, she will tell me about the pros and cons of enteral vs parenteral nutrition therapy.
We covered infant, toddler, and pre-school nutrition in preparation for the student's exam tomorrow. I also answered some general nutrition questions that she had from previous chapters. I emphasized the importance of dissecting words that the meaning of which can be found within them. We have another session scheduled for next Tuesday at the same time.
During this session we discussed the L-arginine pathway that creates nitric oxide for the body. We discussed what nitric oxide does for the body and hypothesis on how it can affect cardiovascular problems. Research articles were reviewed for content, strengths, and weaknesses. The student understood the chemical pathway much more clearly after review and also was able to understand the weakness that were evident within the published articles. Overall, this session made topics more clear and outlined a direction to take on the project.
