...culture and people's stories. This has helped me fall in love with Spanish after getting my Spanish degree from University of Minnesota and then going on to live and work in Colombia and Argentina. I have extensive experience in teaching both abroad in South Africa, and also here locally in Providence with students from all ages. I enjoy one on one tutoring with Spanish students and allow for the client to have a say in...
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...fascinating narrative of our past. As an Online Freelance Debate Coach and Tutor since June 2021, I've been fortunate to witness the transformative power of education firsthand. Guiding students through the labyrinth of English, History, and college applications has been both a privilege and a joy. Every interaction, whether virtual or in person, is an opportunity to ignite curiosity, foster growth, and inspire confidence. My adventures in teaching have taken me far and wide, from...
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...This gave me the opportunity to create a space for students to clarify course material, have critical discussions about various psychology concepts, and learn through interactive activities the ways in which these concepts might apply to their everyday lives. I also served as an instructor for Research Methods in Psychology for 8 semesters at the college level. Along with teaching basic principles of conducting scientific research, interpreting results, and presenting findings, I emphasized students' roles as...
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...who is also a teacher. In fact, there are many teachers in my family, on both sides, so I come to education quite naturally. I learned early on that building relationships with my students was key to being able to affect great change in them. I firmly believe that students won't be as driven to learn if they don't feel a connection with their teacher. I have 12 years teaching experience in both Spanish and...
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...just couldn't correctly comprehend math. My experience with one man (Mr. Bill) would change all of that. I had been stubborn about getting help with math and I never seemed to be able to find a tutor that could help me. It seemed like all they were doing was repeating the exact same things I heard in class. Then one day I gave in and started a new tutoring program. That's where I met Mr....
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Hello! My name is Jenise G. I have 13 years of experience working with children and young adults with special needs. I specialize in tutoring preschool, elementary & middle school math, phonics, reading comprehension and problem solving skills. I would love the opportunity to teach and learn from your child!
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...populations from many different parts of the U.S. I spend much of my personal time reading and writing, and love talking to and learning from others' interests and abilities in these areas. While I'm currently working on a PhD in Psychology, my interests are really interdisciplinary, which includes thinking about big philosophical questions as well as learning about recent innovations in science and technology. If you share any of these interests, I'd be happy to...
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I am a Social Worker through and through and love to impart the beauty, wisdom, and compassion of social work values to social work students. I do clinical and macro work and have worked in many different types of settings with many different populations. I will work with you in a respectful way that you find comfortable and help you develop your inner social worker! (Corny, but true!)
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...experience in behavioral therapy, reading, exceptional student education, college entrance management, and leadership development. I am an outside the box teacher, because all of my previous experience requires me to deal with unique clients with individualized learning needs. I am familiar with IEPs, ASD students, gifted, problem behavior, and those who just need a personalized learning plan. As the founder of Blue Assent Consultant LLC, I specialize in creating inclusive and high-performing learning environments, empowering...
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...focuses on my work with victims, offenders and first responders. I currently work with the Military and provide counseling to Service Members and their families and would love to help new generations of Social Workers prepare for their masters and clinical level exams. I had a unique method of studying that helped prepare me for field-work as well as the exam. I have never been a great test taker so I had to work extra...
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...as well. I also work very well with students who have specific obstacles or requirements, such as neurodiversity support or schedules that change a lot. Most of my background is in computer science, from my college major to my experience hands-on over the past 10 years. Regardless of the subject, I believe every student's needs are unique and every student is able to achieve great things with the right preparation and support. My number one...
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I'm excited to be your instructor at Varsity Tutors! With a Ph.D. in Psychology and a passion for helping students succeed, I believe in creating a learning environment that is engaging, supportive, and tailored to your unique needs. Whether we're tackling complex concepts or building confidence in your abilities, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's work together to achieve your academic goals!
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...Algebra 1 and 2, Elementary Math, Math Concepts,ReadingComprehension, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar, Proofreading/editing, Chemistry, Beginners French, Study skills, and Test-taking skills. I have been tutoring younger students since I was in the tenth grade. Since then I have tutored a variety of ages and subjects, for a total of about seven years. I definitely have a complete understanding of every single subject I tutor. I will start by learning about you and evaluating your individual learning...
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I believe that everyone can learn just in different ways. It is the extra mile that counts when it comes to teaching. It is important as a teacher to understand that every person learns in a different way and that it is important to adapt and modify instruction to best fit each individual
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...Social Work with a minor in Psychology, followed by my Masters of Social Work on the clinical path. I am passionate about social work and see helping people succeed on their path to become social workers as an inspiring opportunity that leads to a better future. I enjoy helping students with anything from growing in knowledge on specific topics for semester exams, to helping students prepare to pass the licensure. Setting up, writing and editing...
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...you ever want help writing or editing a big essay, I'm your girl. I originally studied psychology and social work in school, but now teach English at the high school level. I have experience in a variety of mental health fields. I also have had lifelong success with test taking and tutoring test takers, so I can really help my students build successful testing skills. I would also love helping students learn organization and how...
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I strive to work hard academically and would love to help others achieve greatness. I believe that you can accomplish whatever you set your mind to with hard work and dedication.
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...experiences have provided me with a unique perspective and shaped a clear understanding of the challenges faced by students and families today. I am deeply committed to applying this understanding in my tutoring to foster a nurturing learning environment. In my sessions, I prioritize evidence-informed strategies that not only advance academic skills but also support students' overall well-being. My primary focus is to equip each student with essential tools for their educational journey and life...
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...Doctoral student at Liberty University, majoring in Applied Developmental Psychology. I received my Masters from Liberty University in 2024 under the same major and enjoy the journey of learning. My passion is psychology but I am well versed in numerous subjects including, literature, Bible, statistics, writing, advanced mathematics, etc. I believe in adapting teaching strategies to each students specific needs. I value honesty, compassion, good work ethic and deeply appreciate the value of educating.
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...20 years, I have extensive experience working with students in the Elementary and Middle School grade levels. In addition to my certification as an Elementary Teacher, I am also a Certified Special Education Teacher and have worked in the Special Education field for 15 years. I specialize in working with students that exhibit anxiety/emotional difficulties related to academics or have learning disabilities. I especially enjoy working with students on building confidence in their reading and...
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Hamilton Social Work Tutoring FAQ
Social workers are on the front lines of the struggle to make our world a better place. As essential as social work is, learning to do it well is not a trivial undertaking. It is, in a sense, applied social engineering. Part psychology, part sociology, and part government studies, none of it is simple or straightforward. Social work tutoring, however, can help unravel the tangle of bureaucracy and legalese that you will encounter. Social work tutors are more than knowledgeable -- many are experienced teachers or have real-world experience from working in the field. The theoretical knowledge you have to digest is difficult enough, even with the assistance of social work tutoring. Add to that the practical difficulties of knowing which programs are operating in a given area and which people qualify, and there is an impressive degree of complexity.
Varsity Tutors can help you connect with personal social work tutors who have a solid understanding of what you are going through. Our educational directors are available to help you with your student profile, which can tell potential tutors about your habits, schedule, learning style, syllabus, and anything else that may play a role in your tutoring.
Although classes are certainly useful, the best guide is someone who has been through the maze and lived to tell the tale. Where university classes are on a one-to-many scale with broad general principles, one-to-one tutoring can focus on the particular questions and challenges faced by you as an individual. Better still, a good tutor can work with you to help you learn the interpersonal relationship skills that are so critical to thriving in work that is, by definition, social. It's not enough to just be personable or to be able to get along with a broad swath of people, you need to be able to navigate the hierarchical structure of government. A focus on these skills of cooperation and coordination is too frequently lacking in formal coursework, and learning them on-the-job can have disastrous consequences for the unwary. Social work tutoring, however, can offer a detailed guide not just to coursework, but to the social milieu into which you will enter once your degree is finished. Better still, you can ask your tutor for advice on making better connections with your course instructors. Teachers are often the gateway to good internships and are invaluable sources for letters of recommendation. Faceless bodies in giant classrooms cannot expect strong references, but students who are well-known and active participants can.
Each tutoring session revolves around you and your needs. You receive a personalized tutoring curriculum that is designed to focus on the concepts that you need to develop and strengthen. Your tutor has a variety of strategies to accomplish this that are attuned to your learning style. You may receive personal learning materials from your tutor, such as relevant articles, books, movies, news reports, and more. You may be tasked with socialization exercises that are crafted to encourage you to embolden your capabilities in interacting with others, or you may spend a session learning about the hierarchy of the government. The great thing is, it all comes down to how you'd like the session to be spent. If you need to focus on one concept over another or return to a previous one, you can. Your tutor will patiently continue to work with you until you have a solid understanding of the concepts you need to know. Social work is a valuable field that brings together many theoretical topics. It can be confusing, but a good tutor can help you succeed in your quest to help others. Your tutor can meet with you in your home, at a coffee shop, or anywhere you choose, including via the online live learning platform. Contact Varsity Tutors today to get connected with an experienced social work tutor!
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Recent Hamilton Social Work Tutoring Session Notes
We started the session with the student telling me how the exam went. We talked about what went well, what was a struggle, and what we could do to better prepare for the next test. After that, we moved on to the next unit in her course, in which the class is reading a memoir about the author's experience with Tourette syndrome and obsessive-compulsive disorder. I gave the student a general overview of what Tourette's is and we watched some informational videos online to get a better understanding of the disorder's manifestations. Then we wrote an outline of the important information from the first chapter of the memoir.
The student needed to write, polish, and turn in an essay offering a solution to the problem of evil by the end of the day. He had already read the relevant texts prior to the session, but had not written very much yet. I discussed with him the basics of the problem and two typical solutions. I helped him edit for clarity, grammar, and organization. The essay is now a little too long, so we are meeting again tonight to cut it down to the appropriate 700-800 word length.
Today we worked on the self-reflection for the group project- using a human rights lens to be able to assess the project and work that was completed. The reflection had a number of different pieces required, but we worked diligently through all of them. The student left with a full draft to type up and edit before our next meeting.
In her course, the student has moved on from Sentential Logic to Predicate Logic. In this session we focused on symbolization of English sentences in Predicate logic with an emphasis on universal and existential quantifiers. I helped the student learn to identify the main logical operators and quantifiers in English sentences by paying attention to certain key phrases. The student has shown progress from her last session and is now able to do many of the problems on her own.
Covered introductions, went over material student feels good with and what material needs practice. Student and tutor reviewed Erikson's theories but student has good understanding of these stages already. Rest of session student and tutor did 16 practice questions together and focused on why the correct answers were correct and same with incorrect answers. Many questions on exams focus on BEST/FIRST questions. Tutor has an acronym she used for test-taking and will share with student at next session. Overall tutor gained a better understanding of how student wants to proceed and the fact that student is confident and skilled in material but simply needs help with test-taking itself and the way the test is worded.
